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As those balmy summer evenings leave us for another year, we can look forward to cosying up for autumn. Thankfully, it’s easy to keep your home looking fresh and cheery, even if it’s dreary outside, with our Style Made Easy guide to lighting (p61) – it’s full of bright ideas. Or inject some colour with our top pick of new-season trends, starting on page 51. They’ll add impact to your rooms and, at affordable prices, are perfect for a payday treat. Though, if you want to totally transform your rooms, take inspiration from this month’s 21-page makeover special (p75), which showcases a before and after for every room in the home. This month sees International Wallpaper Week return for another year, and to celebrate, we’re showing off our favourite papers…
Amy Marie Williams ABOUT ME I’m 24 and I own a three-bed house in Treharris, south Wales, with my partner Phill, 29. WHICH IS YOUR FAVOURITE ROOM? It’s a tough decision, but it’s between my living room, which has a stunning fireplace that’s the main feature of the room, and my crafts room, which is such a lovely place to spend time in and be creative. Hayley Knief ABOUT ME I’m 31 and I live with my husband Simon, 40, and our sons Oscar, 3, and Luca, 1, in a modern rented three-bedroom detached in Ilminster, Somerset. WHICH IS YOUR FAVOURITE ROOM? It has to be the kitchen, as it’s a mix of all my favourite things – pastels, country cottage style, shabby chic, polka dots and personal touches. Julie…
SAINSBURY’S Autumn breeze Get cosy with mustard, grey and handcrafted accessories 3 of the best MUGS Drink your cuppa in style with one of these designs Want it now! HOW CUTE ARE THESE CAT-FACE DISHES? JUST RIGHT FOR JEWELLERY OR LOOSE CHANGE MATALAN Wrap up Be snug as a bug in a rug in a warm and Scandi setting VERY My favourite buys The latest colour contrasts are worth trying Cushion CORNER Metallics add sparkle as the nights draw in GEORGE HOME Woodland retreat Try animal-print bedlinen for a quick and easy update ON MY RADAR Halloween Invest in some spooky home buys to celebrate Buy it, style it! WOOL IS JUST ONE OF THE MANY THINGS YOU COULD FILL THIS STORAGE TABLE WITH Give your living room A GROWN-UP…
MY HOME... ABOUT ME I’m Jillian Espey, 36, and I work in the family interior design business, Alan Espey Interiors. MY HOME A two-bedroom terraced fisherman’s cottage in County Down, Ireland, dating from the late 1800s, which I purchased in June 2013. WHEN I BOUGHT IT The house needed completely gutting before I could move in. At one stage, I was left with just four exterior and two internal supporting walls. AND NOW I’ve altered the layout so it has a better flow, and by sticking to classic colours I’ve created a stylish interior with a Scandinavian twist that maximises natural light. STYLE TIP The devil’s in the detail – if you get the specifications and finish right, then the whole project should be an amazing success. GREAT IDEA ‘Choose…
SET SAIL Jillian has anchored her decor scheme with a mapping and nautical theme. For a similar look, try Thread Squirrel’s personalised map cushions, from £30 each, Notonthehighstreet.com. BRIGHT IDEA To get a classic Mid-Century feel like Jillian has, go for an oversized retro-style floor lamp, such as the one in her living room. We recommend the Chicago tripod lamp, £189, Made. WEIGH IN Jillian’s retro kitchen scales are brand new but you can opt for the real McCoy with Avery shop scales from Vintage Scales Online, from around £139. HANG IT UP Feature wallpaper has created a talking point in the dining room. HappyWall sells a great selection of murals. Prices start from £35 per sq m for a vintage-style map design. DINE IN STYLE A glass-top dining table…
As the weather gets colder, stay warm in style this autumn by adding some funky throws to your interior scheme. Ideal for bringing some colour or pattern to a plain sofa, they can also quickly transform a bedroom without breaking the bank. We’ve done the hard work for you and selected our top 11 throws, from fleece-lined to knitted and in a range of colours, so there’s sure to be one to suit all tastes and decors.…
