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‘COLOUR WASN’T ON THE CARDS’ But Lydia fell in love with just a few key shades and brought her blank-canvas new build to life
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‘WE WERE SMITTEN STRAIGHT AWAY’ Undaunted by hard work, Amanda’s Grade-II listed cottage is now brimming with country charm
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‘NEW LOOK FOR A NEW BEGINNING’ From student digs to stunning family home… see how Katy and Duncan’s vision transformed a tired Victorian semi
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STYLE UPDATE Simple ways to give your home a refresh
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‘I JUST WANTED A RELAXING ROOM’ Donna’s thoughtful kitchen extension works in harmony with the rest of her home
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‘A MONO SCHEME IS SLEEK AND CHIC’ Period-style fittings combined with a minimal use of colour brings Sheelagh’s bathroom bang up to date
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Have fun embracing all things bright and beautiful
WARM SHADES Page 54
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PATTERNED TABLEWARE Bring punchy designs to your dining table
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BEST IN STORE Four sources, four schemes – we’ve done the shopping
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HIGH-STREET NEWS The scoop on what’s hot right now
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MONOCHROME Go back to black with dark, dramatic looks
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NEO-DECO GLAM Give a decadent spin to your bedroom to add old-school glamour
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10 UNDER £10 Father’s Day gifts LUSH & LUXE Mix shades of grey, green and blue with metallic pieces
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LIGHT & SHADE A pared-back colour scheme keeps things contemporary OPULENT MIX Blend old and new styles to achieve an individual look VICTORIAN CHIC Mix up modern accents with a traditional suite
109 PERK UP YOUR PATIO WITH A
PLANTER There’s a style for you
120 WHERE TO BUY This issue’s stockists
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Donna’s kitchen is a harmonious space
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DESK TIDY An easy way to keep your home office uncluttered THE STYLE BOOK How to boldly decorate with colour confidence WASHI TAPE PLANTERS Prettify your plant pots in no time RANGE COOKER Consider a budget-friendly reconditioned oven GRID-STYLE SCREEN Give your bathroom a hard-working edge
100 FIND A SMART SOLUTION Gadgets and buys to make life easier
102 THE 10-MINUTE DECLUTTER Inspiring tidy-up tips
103 DO IT YOURSELF
Be handy at home
104 PAINTED CRATES Upcycle wooden boxes into useful storage
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106 MAKE YOUR GARDEN LIGHT WORK Clever choices for your outdoor space
108 BUG HOTEL The perfect home to
welcome insects into your garden
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COPPER PIPE FRAME A unique way to display your favourite artwork WASHI CAKE BUNTING A fun way to flag up your home bakes
105 MAKE IT YOURSELF The latest craft news and making must-haves
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APRICOT AND VANILLA TARTLETS A posh pud that’s ready in minutes
110 A TASTE OF SUMMER Vibrant 116
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seasonal dishes packed with flavour SUPERMARKET NEWS What’s hot on the shelves this month Tweet us your comments at @styleathomemag – we’d love to hear what you think of your fave mag!
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Cake tins, £20 for three; butter dish, £16; three-tier cake stand, £30; storage tins, £15 for three; botanical teapot, £25; nibbles bowls, £18 for three; stacking mugs, £24 for four; printed mugs, £10 each; animal print egg cups, £12 for two; tea for one set, £20; tea for two set, £24; cake stand, £28; floral jug, £15; measuring cups, £12; biscuit tin, £15, all Lucy Tiffney at Debenhams
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Zebra cake stand, £51.50, Sara Miller
Upcycle a wooden unit with a lick of vibrant paint, for the perfect place to display fancy tableware
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Dean marble and metal cake stand, £45, Made
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Best IN STORE Refresh your room schemes for the new season with our pick of the latest high-street trends
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Create a modern apartment look in monochrome and yellow
Style a fun scheme using abstract shapes and popping shades
Over-door storage frame, £12
Chunky knit pouffe in Plaster, £75
Two-tone mug in Yellow, £3.50
Yellow planter, £14
Tiger cushion, £20
Tripod table lamp, £35
Tray, £15
Hex table lamp, £25
Check grid rug in Mustard, £45
Print cushion with piping, £14 Wood and wire picture frame, £8
Build cushion, £20
Pouffe, £35
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Jax large side table in Pink, £69
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Combine tribal patterns and woven textures with mustard accents
Team tranquil blues and greys with pale wood and inviting textures Global diamond cushion in Grey, £12
Tufted throw, £20
Terracotta succulent, £4
Moorlands spun metal shade large, £15 Giraffe ornament, £14
Bournemouth tray table, £70
Herringbone throw in Dove Grey, £12
African border duvet set, from £10
Hand knotted cushion, £8
Black and White porcelain vase, £12
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Le Marais pressed glass table lamp, £35
Barmouth stripe cuddle chair, £550
Rattan table lamp, £25
Black stitch cushion, £8
Everyday Luxury porcelain 12-piece dinner set, £35
Global diamond flat-weave rug in Grey, £40
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NEWS
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Bed linen, £110 for a double set, Tess Daly at Next Home
Explore your creativity Along with their mega Instagram following and numerous collaborations, the interior designers at 2LG Studio now have a book. Making Living Lovely by Russell Whitehead and Jordan Cluroe (£19.95, Thames & Hudson) helps to unleash your inner designer by tapping into practical and personal needs.
STARSTRUCK BEDDING
What is it with prime-time TV personalities and bedding? They’re all getting involved! This Morning’s Holly Willoughby has a pretty collection at Dunelm and both Strictly’s Tess Daly and The Masked Singer panellist and pop star Rita Ora have stylish ranges at Next Home.
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LINEAR FACES
FINE LINES Linea face design lampshade, £30, Rockett St George
Abstract Face framed wall art, £20, Matalan
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Seoni wallpaper in Navy, £40 a roll, John Lewis & Partners
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Hestia dessert plate, £14, Anthropologie
IT COULD BE DESIGNER!
FACE TIME Abstract profile cushion, £20, JD Williams
This wallpaper is all kinds of extra and we love it! Part of the New Eclectics range at John Lewis & Partners, the Seoni design was inspired by Frida Kahlo and her pet spider monkey. Adorning lighting and cushions, too, it’s available in a choice of Navy or Yellow, and gives us a good clue as to what to expect from the rest of the collection – we’re thinking clashing prints and vibrant colours.
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IN THE FRAME Kanso round mirror, £25, Argos
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Matt Black ceramic square canisters, from £5 each; matt Black ceramic bread bin, £30; geo wire frame, £15, all Dunelm
WONDER WALLS
Monochrome art print, from £16 unframed, Abstract House
RIGHT STRIPE
Paloma knitted stripe throw, £50, Habitat
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Wire magazine rack, £23.95, Melody Maison
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MONOCHROME Go back to black with these dark, dramatic decorative pieces
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LIGHT UP Ceramic candle, £1, Poundland
LIGHT DIRECTION Sienna threelight pendant, £79, Dunelm
ind brass or copper a tad too luxe for your look? This dramatic hue might be more your style. The edgier younger sibling of metallic accents, it’s making a bold statement in interiors. With a strong industrial influence, it’s all about sleek shapes and matt finishes and, when paired with natural wood, rattan or cork, has a laid-back, boho feel, too.
Bugsy plastic dining chair in Black, £39, Cult Furniture
COOL CAGES
STAR BUY Stello tiles in White, £49.97sq m, Topps Tiles
MONO MENU Dash-print 24-piece dinnerware set, £70, JD Williams
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Give a bedroom
NEO-DECO GLAM Evoke some old-school decadence by putting a modern spin on 1920s style
1. Put on the glitz
Reflective surfaces like mercury glass lamps or vases and mirrored bedside tables will all add extra sparkle and glamour. Polished brass in place of chrome will add some warmth instead.
Rochelle chest of drawers, £475; hummingbird foil canvas, £50; Grace luxurious high-pile rug, from £120; cylinder vase, £22; artificial blossom stems, £22 for three, all Next Home
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NEW LOOK
Buy it PICK A PAIR Acandi glass pineapple table lamp, £34.99, Very
2. Try an oriental motif Evoke the jazz age with an Eastern decorative influence such as gingko, cherry blossom, cranes or hummingbirds on wall art and accessories.
SCULPTURAL LIGHT
Gold gingko leaf lamp. £24.99, Homesense
LUXE SHIMMER
Faye textured fern cushion, £25, M&S
STATEMENT STEM Artificial cherry blossom, £22, John Lewis & Partners
Delicate decadence GET THE LOOK
3. Add something truly opulent Pile on the luxe textiles. Think silk-effect curtains, shimmering or high-pile rugs, and smooth cotton bed linen with velvet and quilted silk finishes.
Team polished finishes with plush blush
VANITY UPGRADE
Canisters, from £5.99 each, JD Williams
DELICATE BLOOMS
Textured glass faux flowers in vase, £6, Primark
Rather than strong tones such as sapphire or emerald, aim for a soft and warm colour palette of pink and champagne. Combine with white for a restful finish that’s high in the style stakes.
Emily double bed, £375; Rochelle bedside table, £225; Emily ottoman, £165; Peony table lamps, £65 each; oval geo cushion, £18; beaded Love cushion, £16; matt velvet quilted throw, from £50; gingko leaf plaque, £70; Heath abstract rug, £75; cotton sateen luxe double bedding set, £65, all Next Home
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4. Go for blush pink accents
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DECORATIVE DETAIL
‘With my console table from RotaEng, I’ve taken the focus off the radiator’
‘Colour wasn’t
COME ON IN!
ABOUT ME I’m Lydia Elder, 30, a marketing manager. I live with my husband Peter, 29, an account manager, and our sons, Teddy, five, and Arlo, three. OUR HOME A four-bedroom, detached new build in Ebbsfleet, Kent. We moved here in July 2018. WHEN WE MOVED IN The kitchen and bathrooms were lovely, but the whole house felt stark. AND NOW I’ve overlaid the whites and greys with vibrant greens, blues and dusky pinks to warm things up. We’ve also added interest with modern panelling, artwork, wallpaper and leafy prints. STYLE TIP Use the same handful of colours and print styles all through your home to create calm and a sense of continuity.
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IDEA TO STEAL
‘Slender furniture legs let light pass through and help the space feel more open’
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DETACHED NEW BUILD
ON THE CARDS’
Lydia was hooked on wall-to-wall greys, until deep, dramatic blues drew her out of her comfort zone
OLD AND NEW
‘I’ve made the corner sofa from our old flat work in this scheme by adding velvet and leaf-print cushions’
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nce our second son, Arlo, had arrived, Peter and I knew we’d simply outgrown our two-bedroom flat,’ says Lydia. ‘We were keen to put down roots somewhere, so we wouldn’t need to move again in a few years, and we were hoping to find a brand-new house with a garden. Our flat was a new build, too, which we’d bought off-plan, so we weren’t worried about choosing a property we’d never actually seen. Also, a house that didn’t need repairs or alterations, and where everything would be pristine, was very appealing to us.
New build dreams There is plenty of new housing going up in this area, but you have to reserve your property before it’s actually built. We only had floorplans and dimensions to go on, so I really did my research before we committed ourselves. I found online images and video tours of the different house designs, and Instagram pictures of the internal finishes on offer. After comparing lots of options, Peter and I chose a detached house, which we felt was the best value in our price range. It had four good-sized bedrooms, a utility room, study, garden and a garage.
Smart planning
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We were very lucky, as once we’d sold our flat, we were able to stay with Peter’s parents for three months while the new house was being finished. It was exciting watching the progress, but we didn’t know our exact moving-in date until about a fortnight before, so that made planning difficult. We could hardly buy anything new for the house in advance of moving in, as there was nowhere for us to store it. On the upside, we were allowed to visit the property to measure up, so I was able to order shutters,
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DETACHED NEW BUILD
FLEXIBLE CHOICE
‘I’d love to change the splashback and sink in time, so I’m glad I chose neutral kitchen cabinets that will match any style’
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Casual benches that tuck away under the table are brilliant space savers’
‘SAVE LOTS OF MONEY BY DOING THE PAINTING AND WALLPAPERING YOURSELF – WE FOLLOWED ONLINE VIDEOS AND LEARNT AS WE WENT ALONG’ laminate flooring and carpets, and get them fitted, before we moved in.
Going with green All the walls were plain white to start with. I loved the light, fresh, modern feel. I’d visualised an all grey and white interior anyway and everything we’d already picked – such as the flooring, bathroom tiles, kitchen units and worktops – was grey or neutral. Once we were settling in though, I found myself thinking about putting in more colour. Our bedroom was the first room we completed and I wanted it to be a luxurious, grown-up sanctuary. I’d picked out the grey upholstered bed and side
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tables in advance. When I spotted some emerald-green velvet cushions, I realised I loved them and didn’t just want a grey and white interior after all. Shades of green are my go-to colours now, and they look amazing paired with greys. The final touch was a bold, palm-leaf wallpaper. I considered the grey version but I’m so glad I went for the greeny-blue one – it just brings the room to life.
Adding impact I was really pleased with how the bedroom turned out. It made me think about using the walls to add interest and personality, which would make up for not having any architectural
SMART STORAGE
‘I wallpapered the backs of the cupboards so they look nice inside, too’
Do it!
PANELLED WALL
LIGHT THE WAY
‘The big mirror from Mad Hatter Interiors is a great light-booster’
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Choose the size and depth of stripwood depending on how far you want the design to stand out from the surface. Plan your pattern out on paper first, then use a stripwood length to sketch it directly onto the wall in pencil. Keep your design simple so it doesn’t look too busy. To make cutting the edges straightforward, stick to 90-degree or 45-degree angles wherever two pieces of wood meet. Then, from the finished design sketch, you can work out how much wood you will need. Cut each batten and attach to the wall with a strong, multi-use adhesive (No More Nails would work). Hold each strip of wood in place for up to 10 minutes to ensure it sticks. Then, fill any gaps and joins along the battens with a general purpose, paintable sealant. Once dry, your design is ready to paint.
2 3
Why it works
STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘The blush wall softens the kitchen-diner, making it feel more relaxed.’ STEPHANIE
Senior Features Editor DURRANT
PLAYTIME
‘Flexible toy storage from the Great Little Trading Co keeps all the mess hidden away’
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DETACHED NEW BUILD
Why it works
STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘Lydia’s choice of wallpaper is spot on, as it blends strong colour with lighter areas so as not to overpower the room. It’s the perfect bridge between the pale neutrals and that gorgeous emerald.’ STYLE EDITOR
Michela Colling
SPEND AND SAVE
‘I balanced some expensive bedroom purchases with this bargain velvet chair from XS Stock’
MULTI-USE PIECES
‘The en suite had no storage and not much space, so an Ikea mirrored wall cabinet was a great two-in-one’
3 of the best…
LUXURIOUS CUSHIONS PLAIN STYLE
Velour cushion, £7, Matalan
NATURE’S LEAF
TWENTIES FRINGE
Flapper cushion, £30, The French Bedroom Co
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Velvet botanical print cushion, £25, Cult Furniture
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Store shoes in an ottoman, then you can sit on it to take them off, too’
LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT
‘When I spotted these concrete lamps for less than £50 in Aldi, I had to buy them’
‘IF COLOUR IS OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE, EASE INTO A MORE DARING PALETTE BY PICKING JUST ONE SHADE TO MIX THROUGH A NEUTRAL SCHEME’ features in a new build. We put wallpaper in the guest room and hall, too, and for the price of a few tester pots, I painted a fab mountain mural in Arlo’s bedroom. The living room was a challenge, though, because although it’s a decent size, it’s a tricky shape, with several windows. It felt very white, and a bit disjointed, so I painted the corner in a dramatic, dark blue and created a gallery wall. It’s made a massive impact, pulling the whole room together.
Clever zoning
Our most recent project was the wall panelling in the kitchen-diner. The room
was a big selling point for me, as I loved the idea of a multifunctional, familyfriendly hub. Rather than having a dining area though, Peter suggested putting our table in the kitchen and turning the other half of the room into a play-zone. As the boys are still small, it works really well, but I was keen to add a feature wall so the space felt finished and could eventually become a proper dining area. I’d seen the geometric panelling idea on social media. It’s made from stripwood and we put it together over a few days. I painted it a blush colour to make a link with the kitchen cabinets, which are a warm pinkish-taupe. Peter and I have
GORGEOUS GROUP
‘This little tray brings together greenery, metallics and stone – my favourite things!’
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GOOD FOR GUESTS
‘Arlo’s daybed has deep storage drawers underneath and can convert into a double if we have friends to stay’
WORK OF ART
‘A KID’S ROOM DOESN’T NEED TO BE TECHNICOLOUR TO BE FUN – TRY CREATING A WALL MURAL IN JUST TWO OR THREE SHADES’ done all the painting and wallpapering ourselves. We watched online videos and just learnt as we went along. With young children, it’s hard to find the time for DIY, so we’d often start at about 10 o’clock at night and finish around one in the morning. It’s saved us a lot of money though, which has helped, as there’s so much outlay when you move into a new build. We kept costs down by not upgrading interior finishes, such as the kitchen worktops and splashbacks, but we still had to budget for extra furniture, lampshades and curtains.
Shopping around My taste is definitely modern, but I’ve become more adventurous as the house has developed. I’ll mix up Scandi style with industrial-looking bits, geometrics or tropical prints, and I love including metallics and mirrors for warmth and a little glamour. You
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Do it!
MOUNTAIN WALL MURAL
1 2
Choose your colour scheme and pick out some tester pots. Work out the highest point of the mural. Using a long straight edge, draw the first mountain shape in pencil. Once you are happy, draw the mountain peaks either side of it. Use decorator’s tape to mark out the edges, plus any details that you don’t want to paint. Paint within the tape, using a contrasting colour to the outer wall paint. Apply a second coat. Once dry, remove the tape and use a fine brush for touch-ups.
3 4 5
‘Arlo loves his mountains. I used masking tape and just painted them by eye’
DETACHED NEW BUILD
Love it
IDEA TO STEAL
‘If your headboard has a ledge on top, make the most of it by displaying some greenery’
Why it works
STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘Swapping emerald for a palette of softer tones of green works well to create a calmer, more gentle mood in the bedrooms.’ FEATURES EDITOR
Holly Walsh
SHOP AROUND
‘Look at seconds for real bargains. We got this ex-display bedside table from Ikea’
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Love it
DETACHED NEW BUILD
SIMPLE STORAGE
‘There was no obvious place for storage in the main bathroom, so an under-basin unit was the only real solution. I found this one on Gumtree for just £10’
Where to buy Lydia’s style VALUE LIGHTS Huge selection of contemporary indoor and outdoor lighting at fantastic prices. DESENIO Art prints of all shapes, styles and sizes, plus a choice of frames and guidelines for creating your own gallery wall. MADE Well-priced modern furniture, including stylish, jewel-coloured velvet and textured upholstery pieces. I LOVE WALLPAPER Masses of well-priced, contemporary branded wallpapers. Shop the paint and decorating tool selection, too, for a one-stop online decorating shop. ARISTA LIVING Range of great-value, design-it-yourself upholstered beds in all sizes, with or without built-in storage.
SMART BUY
can see more of my style on my Instagram (@lydias_layton_life). I’ll spend on investment pieces, like a bed or sofa, but I am a massive bargain hunter, too. I bought our laminate flooring from a local firm who offered exactly the same product as the house-builder, but at a better price. I keep my eyes open for interesting pieces that look like they’ve cost more than they actually have. I saw beautiful, plush velvet chairs, like the one in my bedroom, going for £300-plus, but I got mine for half that by shopping around. This house is still a work in progress, but I don’t want to rush things. I’m happy to let it evolve with us.’ Find more clever ideas to style up your home by going to pinterest.com/ styleathomemag
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Why it works
STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘A striking wallpaper is a clever way to bring an otherwise overlooked space to life’ EDITORIAL
Vanessa Richmond
DIRECTOR
FEATURE AND STYLING ANNABELLE GRUNDY, MICHELA COLLING PHOTOGRAPHS COLIN POOLE
‘I really love this Cole & Son wallpaper and although it’s expensive, I only needed a single roll for this space’
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Shades of grey, deep green and dramatic blue complement lush, leafy prints and metallic pieces
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ydia’s home has a neutral backdrop of mainly white and grey walls and floors, which allows her to be braver with accent colours on feature walls, furniture and accessories. Forest green is a strong theme throughout her home, and is accentuated by leafy prints and gold and copper accents. Soft touches of velvet and faux fur sit alongside harder materials such as concrete and marble for a contemporary and stylish family home.
£39.99 Fake the real thing. Faux tropical plant, TK MAXX
£25
FEATURE HOLLY WALSH
Perfect for the sofa. Round velvet cushion, MINT & MAY
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£189
Invest in statement pieces. Toshi bedside table, ATKIN AND THYME
LUSH & LUXE
Buy it
from
from £1 each
£15.95
Make a statement on your wall. Into the Blue unframed poster, DESENIO
Style up your dining table. Pink crockery, POUNDLAND
£199
Place at a dressing table. Trono dining armchair, DWELL
TRUE BLUE
£650
Save space in a kitchen-diner. Jefferson White bench set, NEXT HOME
£59
Cosy up your floors. Helgar sheepskin rug, MADE
£79
Use for extra seating or as a foot rest. Baltimore low stool, CULT FURNITURE
£34
£249.99
Choose an elegant upholstered style. Pemberton double bed, FURNITURE CHOICE
Pop in a plant or fresh blooms. Bau pot in Dusty Rose ABODE LIVING
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Using a pipe cutter, divide copper pipes into two lengths 1cm longer and two lengths 1cm wider than your print. Use Gorilla Glue to attach piping to pipe elbows to make a rectangle, and let dry. Glue a pipe clip to the top edge for a hook.
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‘We were smitten EXTERIOR
‘The Grade II-listed cottage is one of the oldest properties in the village and was once an old forge’
COME ON IN!
ABOUT ME I’m Amanda Burnside, a school pastoral support officer. I live here with my husband Niall, a university reader, and our three children, Ellen, 24, Ross, 21, and Fergus, 17, plus our two huskies Max and Ruby. OUR HOME A Grade II-listed four-bed medieval cottage, in East Sussex. We moved here in 2015. WHEN WE MOVED IN Lots needed doing, including replacing the roof, adding a water tank and installing a new kitchen and bathrooms. AND NOW It’s been a real labour of love – we took pleasure in doing everything properly. It’s a very easy house to live in. STYLE TIP Decorate in a way that’s in keeping with the age and character of the house.
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GRADE II-LISTED COTTAGE
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STRAIGHT AWAY’ AGE APPROPRIATE
‘It’s a 600-year-old cottage, so we wanted to keep it neutral with greys and beiges – it doesn’t need colours and patterned wallpaper’
IDEA TO STEAL
Renovating a Grade II-listed cottage took time, effort and hasn’t been without its problems, but for Amanda and her family all the hard work has paid off
F
‘Make fabric-covered pelmets to conceal the tops of roller blindsÕ
rom the moment we stepped inside we knew we had to have this house,’ says Amanda. ‘We fell in love with its character, history and charm. I first spotted the cottage for sale online, in 2015. ‘It had been on the market for a while, and we booked a viewing, even though our own house wasn’t up for sale yet. It was the only house we’ve ever walked into and been sold on straight away. The cottage is a landmark in the village and is said to be the oldest one here – it was owned by a couple in their 90s who had lived in it for thirty years. We knew we really wanted it, even though there was lots to do to it, so we put our house on the market as soon as we could and, fortunately, sold it fairly quickly. We then had a specialist survey done on the cottage that ran to 57 pages, but it didn’t put us off and we went ahead with the purchase. We love renovating – it’s a hobby for us – we’ve done up five properties and all our previous houses were old.
In a former life
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Because it’s a listed property, and made of wattle and daub with lath and plaster walls, any renovation work had to be run past the Listed Building department and planning permission gained. Originally the cottage only consisted of an upper living room, a utility room and a forge, which was in the middle of the property. The dining room and the end of the front room were converted from a cowshed in the 1800s, while the kitchen and study were both part of
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SPACE SAVER
‘The drop-leaf table fits in neatly beside the fireplace’
FOCAL POINT
‘We’ve taken the fireplaces back to the original brick and natural wood’
Do it!
‘THE RUG ADDS AN ANCHOR POINT FOR THE DINING TABLE AND CHAIRS, AND HELPS COSY UP THE PAINTED FLOORBOARDS A LITTLE’
PAINT FLOORBOARDS
If the floor has too many coats of paint on already, you may want to strip them back first. If so, use a chemical paint stripper, a heat gun and scraper or hire a floor sander. Once smooth, vacuum and wash the boards with soapy water. When completely dry, coat with floor paint using a wide, goodquality brush or roller. Cover the full length of no more than two boards at a time, starting with the board furthest from the door. Once dry, lightly sand and vacuum, then apply a second coat if needed. Allow to dry for at least 48 hours to avoid scuffs or dents.
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the bakehouse. It’s gone through various incarnations and has been an undertaker’s as well as a forge.
Getting up to date
WOOD PILE
‘Adding accessories gives more interest’
Once we moved in, some unexpected problems did emerge. At first we had hardly any water pressure – it took half an hour to quarter-fill the bath – and all five of us had to share the water! Then Niall looked in the water tank in the loft and found dead rodents in it, so we had to use bottled water to clean our teeth until a new water tank was put in. Also, the house wasn’t properly insulated, so the first winter was very cold. I wore leggings and socks in bed and Niall had to wear a hat! The elderly couple who’d lived here had cared for the property sympathetically, but only used a few rooms, so over time the others required restoration. We’re
GRADE II-LISTED COTTAGE
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IDEA TO STEAL
‘Use lamps, wall lights and pendants, so you can vary light levels for a more intimate mood in the dining room’
Why it works
STYLE AT HOME SAYSÉ ‘Amanda has styled up pretty displays on surfaces throughout her home, using objects of different heights and shapes for balance.’ DECORATING EDITOR
Nicky Phillips
PARED-BACK PALETTE
‘I’ve tried to create a relaxed Scandi feel with a palette of soft greys’
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GRADE II-LISTED COTTAGE
CUSTOM FIT
‘We made the wooden bench ourselves’
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Cover up plastic plant pots by displaying house plants in a woven basket’
Make it!
WOODEN WALL ART
Transform an old panel of wood into a piece of wall art by adding a favourite slogan or short quote. Start by finding your wood first. You could use an old cupboard door, the backing from an old picture frame or a discarded piece of panelling. Give your wood a couple of coats of thinned-down white emulsion paint. The finish doesn’t have to be too perfect, you want the wood to have a slightly worn, weathered feel. Once dry, use a pencil and ruler to work out the placement of your wording, marking it lightly with the pencil. Use black hobby paint and a fine brush to paint on your wording. If you’re fairly confident with a brush, paint it free-hand, or alternatively try printing out your lettering first from the computer and tracing it on with pencil.
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COUNTRY KITCHEN
‘We replaced the old kitchen with Shaker-style cabinets and wooden worktops’
‘GOING FOR A WOODEN WORKTOP? CHOOSE ONE THAT’S A SIMILAR SHADE TO EXPOSED FLOORBOARDS FOR A CO-ORDINATED LOOK’ gradually dragging a 600-year-old house into the 21st century! The cottage is a labour of love as we’re trying to do everything properly. Every job has been far bigger than we thought. For instance, the boys’ snug had a pink carpet, so I decided to take it up and then discovered that all the joists beneath the floorboards were rotten. Other work undertaken has involved replacing part of the roof, updating the wiring and putting in two new fuse boxes, not to mention
installing a new kitchen and converting a bedroom into a bathroom.
Channelling Scandi style I’ve decorated in a modern country style in keeping with the age of the property. The house sells itself with its beams, so we wanted to keep it neutral with greys and beiges – we don’t need colours and patterned wallpaper. I like Scandi style, so we’ve painted floorboards and exposed fireplaces. I’ve also introduced modern light fittings. The dining room
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Turn an unused alcove into a storage cubby’
Why it works KEY WORDS ‘We made this painted sign ourselves’
STYLE AT HOME SAYSÉ ‘Upcycling vintage furniture is perfect for an older property like Amanda’s. Painting these pieces in soft neutrals helps to give them a modern look.’ HOUSES EDITOR
Ruth Corbett
UPCYCLED FIND
‘We bought this console on Gumtree and painted it a soft grey’
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CHANGING ROOM
‘The under-eaves space was previously a bedroom, but we’ve turned it into a bathroom. The neat slipper bath makes a great focal point on the wooden platform’
IDEA TO STEAL ‘Gold inside the light pendant helps create a cosy glow in the evening’
‘THINK OF YOUR COLOUR SCHEME LIKE IT’S AN EYESHADOW PALETTE– YOU NEED TO BE SURE THE SHADES ALL WORK TOGETHER’
SLEEK LINES
‘This slimline dressing table is a neat fit’
Why it works
STYLE AT HOME SAYSÉ
COSY RETREAT
‘Faux fur fabrics add a sumptuous touch in Ellen’s bedroom’
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‘The painted floorboards give the bedrooms a feeling of light and space.’ STYLE EDITOR
Michela Colling
Love it
GRADE II-LISTED COTTAGE
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COOL CANE
Wicker stool, £79.99, Homesense
NEAT SEAT
Stool with black hairpin legs, £39.95, Melody Maison
ALL WHITE
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‘The bedroom is quite long and narrow, so this shade keeps it feeling spacious’
is in the middle of the house, so we tend to congregate there, while the kids have their own living room next door. We’ve also added seating areas in the garden, as well as a pizza oven made by Niall, so we have lots of friends and family over. The cottage just has a lovely feel to it. It’s a very easy house to live in and it still has the same sense of flow and calmness to it that seduced us on our very first viewing.’ Find more tips for creating a welcoming, family home at idealhome.co.uk
SECRET STORAGE
Priya storage stool, £99, Next Home
Where to buy her style IKEA Simple Scandi style at affordable prices. Brilliant for basics, from beds and bookcases to rugs and textiles.
GUMTREE A treasure trove of second-hand furniture, one-off buys, plus find local tradespeople.
DUNELM Well-made and on-trend furniture, plus great value-for-money cushions, throws, rugs and accessories.
RUSTOLEUM Paint specialists and a great source for the DIYer, with everything from furniture paint to spray paint, metallic, glitter and chalkboard finishes.
THE RANGE Bargain buys, from affordable artwork and ornaments to soft furnishings, rugs and bedding.
DFS Good-value larger furniture items, such as sofas, armchairs and bedroom and dining room furniture, as well as cushions and accessories.
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£30
£35.99
Give wooden floors a warm finish. Grey Berber rug, GEORGE HOME
Add one either side of the bed for symmetry. Doron table lamp, WAYFAIR
£207
A sleek contrast to rustic finishes, Jenson gloss chest of drawers, ARGOS
Buy Amanda’s style…
LIGHT & SHADE
Create a luxurious contrast by combining dark textiles with glossy furniture and modern lighting
A
lthough Amanda has picked fittings and finishes sympathetic to the history of her cottage, it feels contemporary throughout, thanks to the addition of sleek furniture and a greyscale palette. Cool and uncluttered, the cottage feels light and fresh thanks to grey and white paint on the walls and floors. Amanda has also added cosy layers of depth with ultra-tactile faux fur throws and shaggy rugs, velvet cushions and an upholstered bed in warm charcoal.
£18
Choose a trailing plant for high-level shelves. Potted faux string of nickels, THE CONTEMPORARY HOME
CHIC SHADES
£12.99
£25
Transform a bedroom into an inviting retreat. Plush faux fur throw, DUNELM
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Pair up large cushions for a luxe look. Washed linen cushion cover, H&M HOME
LIGHT & SHADE
Buy it
£22
A surprising gold flash transforms this Nymo lampshade, IKEA
£11.95
Pop on a picture ledge with other prints of varied heights. Whale Tail unframed poster, DESENIO
£25
Complement with a green eucalyptus stem. Delilah vase, HABITAT
£5.50
Hang sweet sentiments on hooks and handles. East Of India heart, DAISY PARK
£189
£6.99
Bring in a little blush to lift the grey. Cotton velvet cushion cover, H&M HOME
STYLISH STASH
£29.99
Give toes a treat with a soft landing in the morning. Faux fur sheepskin quad rug, STUDIO
£35
Ideal for disguising plastic plant pots. Dipped seagrass basket, COX & COX
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Create a modern boudoir with the Baroque dressing table, stool and mirror, VERY
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Personalise with a name or message
THIS MONTHÕS
Makeit Decorative tapes, from £1.50 a roll, Hobbycraft
Make a cake topper from washi tape. Cut a length of twine that will span the cake. Fold tape tabs around the string, cut into triangles. Snip short slits in the top of two paper straws, thread twine and knot in place. Push straws into the cake.
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BLUE HUE
‘I love the clever way our designer, Helen, used blue to link all the rooms together’
‘New look for a GO BOLD
‘A mix of old and new furniture with different textures, like the pink velvet pouffe from Made.com, has been used in the living room, giving it an opulent feel’
COME ON IN!
ABOUT ME I’m Katy Emmerson, 45, and I run a company, Rattle & Roll Performance. I live with my husband Duncan, 45, and children Annabel, 13, Alice, 11, and Patrick, eight. MY HOME A five-bed Victorian semi in West Bridgford, Nottingham. WHEN WE BOUGHT IT The house had been converted into student flats and was in an awful state. It had to be completely reconfigured to make it work for us as a family. AND NOW The kitchen, dining and living rooms have been reinstated, the kitchen and bathrooms were replaced, and the upstairs rooms turned back into bedrooms. STYLE TIP Look at what you already have and be creative – can they be moved, adapted or painted to give them a whole new twist?
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VICTORIAN SEMI
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NEW BEGINNING’ IDEA TO STEAL
‘Painting the woodwork the same colour as the walls makes the room feel seamless and cosyÕ
Simple design ideas, bold touches and vintage pieces gave Katy and Duncan’s period property a new lease of life
D
uncan and I had been trying to find a bigger Victorian property with elegant period features we could renovate,' says Katy. ‘We were looking in West Bridgford, a lovely part of Nottingham with great schools, a pretty high street, and brilliant connections into the city and the surrounding countryside. Annabel, our first child, had just turned one, and I was expecting again, so it was the right time for us to make the move. This house ticked all the boxes and seemed like the perfect project. A Victorian semi-detached, it had been converted into seven student flats years before and needed a heap of work to turn it back into a family home, but it was within our budget, so we put in a cheeky offer that was accepted.’
Sizing things up The house was in a terrible state. There was no garden, as flats had been built onto the back of the house, the original Minton tiled floor in the hallway was covered in a thick dark carpet and all the original fireplaces and architraves had been removed or covered up over the years. The whole place needed gutting, and I felt quite overwhelmed. It was impossible to live there during the work, so we stayed with family for six months while the kitchen, dining and living rooms were reinstated, the bathrooms replaced and the upstairs reconfigured. With so many decisions to make and not much time to make them we decided to go neutral with the décor, with every intention to revisit each room and add personality and colour. But time passed, Alice was born and then our son Patrick, three years later, and we just never had time for anything else. That was until Annabel suddenly became ill in March 2016 with an auto-immune disease
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GOOD VALUE
‘I thought that getting advice about the decor would be expensive but I was wrong – it was very reasonable, and worth every penny’
‘ADDING A BREAKFAST BAR, SOFA AND BENCH MADE THE KITCHEN A MORE SOCIABLE SPACE’ called PANDAS. It was a really tough time for us as a family and as Annabel started to recover, we thought about how we could make a change in the house, so it felt like a new beginning. Part of her illness meant she was unable to sleep in her own room, so we wanted to make her room somewhere she wanted to be again. As Annabel’s illness had such an impact on our other children, we decided to surprise them all with new bedrooms, but just had no idea where to start.’
Putting plans into action By chance I got talking to our neighbour Helen Wallace, an interior designer (@madeupdesign) and told her about our plans for the children and she offered to help. She was able to work well within our limited budget and was great value. She spent time with each child to understand what they each liked and designed their room around their ideas. Annabel’s room, which was previously a plain, cramped guest room, was completely stripped out and turned into a more sophisticated space. Alice also wanted her room to be a little more grown up, but still light and pretty, and a double bed was a must! And Patrick wanted bolder colours in his room and was keen to incorporate
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EASY FEATURE
‘Forming a feature wall by using metro tiles was simple but very effective’
VICTORIAN SEMI
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HANDY STORAGE
‘Fitting the Ikea Besta units not only added more seating, but also gave us some much-needed extra storage space’
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Create a joined-up look by painting door frames to echo colours used throughout the house’
Do it!
TEAL WALLS
Why it works
STYLE AT HOME SAYS…
SURFACE CHANGE
‘Adding a peninsula at the end of the kitchen, with a concrete-effect worktop, gave us extra preparation space as well as creating separate kitchen and dining areas in the one room’
‘The peninsular unit with a breakfast bar helps to define the kitchen area, and create separate zones within the long, narrow space’
Pick the right paint finish. Gloss might add the glam factor, but it shows up every imperfection – matt or eggshell is kinder. Work with the right accent shades. For impact, go for split complementary colours such as zingy orange and yellow or bright fuchsia; for warmer accents, deep reds and ochre offer a toned-down look, and for freshness, use pastel shades like blush pink and lighter blue shades. Neutral surfaces, such as a crisp white ceiling and pale wood floor, also act as a foil for dark colours. Don’t dismiss deep shades if your room is small – dark walls can also add drama and height. Dark hues can also help striking art prints to stand out, so are a great option for a feature wall behind a collection of artwork. For a cocooning effect, paint architectural features, such as built-in shelves and fireplaces, in the same dramatic shade.
HOUSES EDITOR
Ruth Corbett
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THINK PINK
‘The pink door and woodwork team nicely with the teal walls in Annabel’s new room’.
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Hang ceiling pendants low as an alternative to having bedside table lamps’
Do it!
REPAINTING ROOM DOORS
1 2 3 4
Sand the surface, removing any flaky paint or varnish. Fill any holes with wood filler and sand smooth once dry. Apply a wood primer to seal it and help the new paint adhere. Once dry, apply your paint. For flat surfaces a use a small foam roller, switching to a paintbrush for mouldings or panels. Be aware of thick drips settling on the frame edges and smooth these as you go. Once dry, lightly sand the surface again, brush clean and apply a second coat of paint.
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‘TRY TO BE BRAVE WITH THE SHADES YOU CHOOSE FOR YOUR WALLS – YOU CAN ALWAYS REPAINT THEM IF THEY DON’T WORK FOR YOU’ his love of animals. On Christmas Eve we unveiled the new rooms to the children and they were absolutely thrilled!
Simple but effective After the success of the bedrooms we decided to get Helen’s help with the rest of the house. The downstairs in particular needed attention. We’d been thinking about extending the kitchen at the time so didn’t want to spend money on a new one, but it needed to work better for us as a family. Helen made some really simple but effective changes. She added a peninsular unit, which instantly changed the room, giving us extra worktop space and a sociable spot to hang out. Existing tiles were replaced with inexpensive metro tiles right up to the ceiling, creating a new focal point, and in the dining area, Ikea Besta units were made into a seating bench with colourful bespoke cushions,
giving us handy storage and a muchneeded seating space. To keep costs down we picked up a vintage G-Plan table from eBay, which I wasn’t keen on at first, but once it was paired with some Scandinavian-style chairs, the space started to evolve and I realised it all worked perfectly. With an added comfy sofa, it’s now such a sociable, family space, plus all the extra seating means we can fit a small crowd in comfortably.
An opulent vibe The playroom was redesigned to fit a TV and piano in, plus a wall of hidden storage with a desk added in the corner. The new layout also meant we were able to have a large corner sofa that pulls out into a sofa bed for guests. It’s now a comfortable but stylish and functional space. Lastly, we redecorated the living room, which was pale and uninteresting and not a
VICTORIAN SEMI
3 of the best
GRAPHIC CUSHIONS
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PRETTY AND CLEVER
‘The bespoke desk and shelves are a brilliant use of space in Alice’s room’
Sit, rest, repeatÉ
BLUE HUES
Fez Circles Rect cushion, £35, Bombay Duck
HOT SPOT
Cuva cushion, £45, John Lewis & Partners
OPTICAL ILLUSION
Multicoloured Kyoto Art Deco cushion, £20, Debenhams
UPDATE WITH TEXTURE
‘Our family bathroom was warmed up with different textures and colourful towels’
Why it works
SIMPLY SWEET ‘The pale coloured wallpaper keeps Alice’s room on the right side of girly’
STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘The kids’ bedrooms have the eclectic style of the living spaces, but with fun, child-friendly touches’ STYLE EDITOR
Michela Colling
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VICTORIAN SEMI
Where to buy Katy’s style
Why it works
EBAY A wonderful marketplace for sourcing beautiful vintage pieces or items of furniture for bargain prices. OLIVER BONAS For a wide range of home accessories, from lamps and mirrors to candles and picture frames. H&M HOME Love its collection of well-made soft furnishings that are affordable and keep up with current trends. HABITAT A must for those one-off special pieces, especially lighting. Its pieces are always stylish, well made and stand the test of time. GRAHAM AND GREEN Does all the sourcing for you, showcasing unique and interesting pieces from a range of different artisans.
FOXY LOOKS
‘The Mr Fox wallpaper by Scion adds fun and colour to the children’s playroom – the kids love it’
STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘Pops of vibrant orange work well with the rich blues that Katy has used throughout the house. Mixing up different prints gives the room a lively, upbeat feel’ DECORATING EDITOR
Nicky Phillips
‘USE A COMBINATION OF NEW, UPCYCLED AND VINTAGE TO CREATE A QUIRKY, ONE-OFF OVERALL LOOK’
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Invest in a corner sofa that pulls out into a handy sofa bed for when guests stay over’
FULL OF CHARACTER
‘The oversized vintage letters set against a chipboard background are a fun touch’
REPAINT TO REPURPOSE
FEATURE MARISHA TAYLOR PHOTOGRAPHS JAMES FRENCH.
‘Patrick loves creatures so we added animal handles on to his chest of drawers, which we upcycled by repainting’
space we naturally gravitated to. We wanted it to feel warm and inviting, a place we could totally relax and unwind in at the end of the day. We ended up painting the whole room in a dark, rich blue, including all the woodwork, to give it a cosy, cocoon-like feel. Helen convinced us to keep the Chinese style cabinet, and sourced other pieces of new and second-hand furniture, which tie-in the room beautifully, and a few carefully selected cushions, throws and art prints make the room feel quite opulent. We love spending time in there now.
Quirky style
Each room is completely different in style – they're all quirky and individual but connected through blue tones, which is so clever. The children’s rooms are a triumph. They absolutely love them, and Annabel has slept in her own room ever since. In the future we’d like to update the family bathroom and redecorate our master bedroom, but all in good time. We couldn’t be happier with the transformation, now all we have to do is sit back and enjoy our beautiful home.’
A STUDY IN LIGHT
‘This window area was the ideal place for Patrick’s desk’
Find more clever ideas to style up your home by going to pinterest.com/ styleathomemag
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£425
Infuse your decor with ornate Eastern style. Small butterfly cabinet, SHIMU
£149.99
Mother of pearl has a natural shimmer. Morden Fort Capiz chandelier, AMAZON
£6.95
£48
Spread positivity with feel-good art. Be Kind unframed print, DESENIO
A woven artisan dish can double as beautiful wall art. Inya rattan bowl in Pink, KALINKO
Buy Katy’s style…
OPULENT MIX
DARK LOOKS
Combine old and new styles with moody hues, luxe fabrics and glam metallic accents
K
aty has blended various styles to give her Victorian house an individual and unique feeling. The living room is painted in a dark blue for a cosy ambience, and then filled with both old and new furniture for added personality. The Chinese cabinet brings an exotic accent to the traditional bones of the house, while different textures such as tactile blush pink velvet and cool metallic accessories lend an opulent feel.
£129
Add a delicate pop of pink with the Hampton small round pouffe in Blush velvet, MADE
£15
Display decorative crockery. True Love table plate, AMARA
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£18
Place flickering tapered candles in this elegant set of two gold ring candleholders, Dibor at NOTONTHEHIGHSTREET.COM
OPULENT MIX
GO FOR GOLD
£199
Buy it
£12
Pile your sofa high with tactile scatters. Large velour cushion in Pastel Pink, MATALAN
£90
Hang above a fireplace as a light-bouncing focal point. Ramlia round mirror, DUNELM
for two
Introduce a glam feel with a sleek multi-surface glass side table, M&S
£69.95
Give houseplants a luxurious home with this trio. Beaten gold plant pots, AUDENZA
£899
Cuddle up with a loved one on the smart Rieta two-seater sofa in Granite easy velvet, SWOON
£119
£14.99
This white and brown patterned basket doubles as an on-trend woven planter, HOMESENSE
£79.99
A plush pile rug in a warm, neutral shade creates a cosy feel. Luna shimmer natural rug, CARPETRIGHT
FEATURE STEPHANIE DURRANT
An adjustable three-way lamp allows you to direct light. Hugo Black and brass floor lamp, DANETTI
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THE STYLE BOOK BOLD COLOUR Decorate with colour confidence using a statement scheme, from popping candy shades to glamorous jewel tones and spicy Moroccan hues
Pull out and keep!
Yellow is a mood-boosting colour
Painterly
BRIGHTS
Combine vibrant hues with watercolour prints
THE FABRIC
Petite North Garden fabric, £75m, Bluebellgray
THE WALLPAPER
Candy Floss, £40 a roll, Harlequin at Style Library
THE PAINT
Crown Pure Brilliant White matt emulsion, £4.93 for 2.5ltr, Homebase
THE FLOORING
Descent modern geometric hexagon wool rug, from £69.99, The Rug Seller
Back left-over fabric with thin foam and frame, discarding the glass, for a pretty and practical noticeboard
Don’t be afraid to clash colours within a scheme, but stick to a pattern theme, such as painterly designs or geometrics, to tie the look together
Why it works the STYLE RULES MIX UP A POPPING PALETTE OF BRIGHTS Ensure your more vibrant accessories stand out by painting the walls brilliant white. Picking simple pieces of furniture also in white will create the same effect. GO HALF AND HALF If you want to add some colour to the walls, try installing a picture rail and using a textured-effect wallpaper on the lower half of the wall. For
an easy fix, frame some bold wallpaper or fabric as wall art or to use as a noticeboard. COLOUR BLOCK Choose a bright upholstered bed frame and contrasting ottoman, then pile it high with watercolour floral and stripe print bedding. TIE THE LOOK TOGETHER Lay a statement rug on light-hued flooring like a neutral carpet or white wood laminate or vinyl.
STYLE AT HOME SAYSÉ ‘Balancing out the floral elements with block colour and simple stripes keeps this look fresh and modern.’ DECORATING EDITOR
Nicky Phillips
Mix and match your favourite art prints
the STYLE RULES FEED THE SENSES Go for furniture in elegant, design-led shapes and in a mix of finishes, from smooth marble and brushed metal to tactile velvet upholstery. CLASH PATTERNS Be guided by patterns you love and that make you happy, from colourpopping ikat designs and tribal embroideries to dramatic animal prints and sumptuous plains in luxe, tactile fabrics.
TAKE RISKS WITH COLOUR Don’t hold back on the wall colour for this look. A bold grass green is the perfect backdrop for a collection of retro abstract posters in vibrant primary colours. Tie a gallery wall together using black frames. OVERDOSE ON PATTERN Collect accessories in striking shapes such as textured glass vases and add further interest underfoot with a chevron pattern wooden floor.
Refine sofa in Mustard velvet, £1,299; lounge chair in Ampana, £499; Conic five-head floor lamp, £225; West Elm streamline coffee table, £599; marble beaded side table, £199, all John Lewis & Partners
Eclectic MIX
More is more with this bold scheme
THE FABRIC
Ampana furnishing fabric, £45m, John Lewis & Partners
THE WALLPAPER
Seoni in Yellow, £40 a roll, John Lewis & Partners
THE PAINT
Wickes Botanical Green vinyl matt emulsion, £12 for 2.5ltr, Wickes
THE FLOORING
Impressive Patterns chevron oak medium laminate, £32.99sq m, Carpetright
Make a palette of vibrant turquoise, hot pink and yellow feel more grown up by introducing washed tones and romantic prints
Voile curtains let light through
Candy
CRUSH
Give ice cream shades a sophisticated edge
THE FABRIC
Sanna fabric, £57m, Bluebellgray
THE WALLPAPER
Demeter stripe in Quince, Teal and Pebble, £66, Harlequin at Style Library
THE PAINT
ColourCourage Water Fall matt emulsion, £20 for 2.5ltr, B&Q
THE FLOORING
Tazim graded viscose rug in Teal Blue, £299, Made
Create a feature of shelving by fixing shallow shelves to a circle of MDF – paint with tester pots to produce an ombre effect
Why it works the STYLE RULES ADD TROPICAL VIBES Bring an uplifting feel to a living room with a mix of holiday hues and washed-out pastel shades. Turquoise painted walls give the feeling of a tranquil Caribbean sea. PICK WATERCOLOUR PRINTS Dress a simple upholstered armchair and sofa with painterly print cushions and throws in gelato colours. Team with a coordinating lampshade and art.
FOCUS ON COMFORT On the floors, a neutral loop pile carpet will feel cosy underfoot. Give it a lift with a soft ombre rug. KEEP IT MODERN Pick furniture with simple lines, in luxe materials such as marble and brushed gold. DRESS WINDOWS Voile curtains are an airy solution for overlooked rooms as they let light through so won’t leave the room too dark if they’re closed during the day.
STYLE AT HOME SAYSÉ ‘The pops of acid green cut through the softer shades to lift the scheme and give it contrast and depth.’ HOUSES EDITOR
Ruth Corbett
Save space with a vertical radiator
the STYLE RULES CELEBRATE PATTERN Why choose one pattern when you can incorporate all of them into your scheme? Pick neutral-coloured seating in pared-back Scandi shapes then pack with cushions in all sizes, colours and patterns. DON’T STOP AT FABRIC Paint walls brilliant white to show off a lively gallery wall of your favourite art prints – abstract, illustrative or typographical –
anything goes! Mix splashes of neon with monochrome designs to really make the scheme pop. CREATE CONTRAST Balance busy patterns with linear furniture. A black angular coffee table and wire lamp base give the look its contemporary edge. ADD AN INDUSTRIAL FEEL Lay concrete effect floor tiles and an oversized monochrome geometric rug to zone a seating area.
This scheme is ideal for renters as colour and personality is added through accessories that can move house with you
Pattern
POWER
Showcase bright prints on crisp white
THE FABRIC
Pigeon and Jelly on Oyster linen, £70m, Thornback & Peel
THE WALLPAPER
Woods Miss Penelope, £74 a roll, Miss Print
THE PAINT
Crown Breatheasy Canvas White matt standard emulsion, £16 for 2.5ltr, Homebase
THE FLOORING
Fedro geometric rug, £99, La Redoute
Modern SPICE
Mix warm shades and natural materials
THE FABRIC Ruskin linen in Paprika, £59m, Morris & Co at Style Library
THE WALLPAPER
Mozambique Ochre Yellow, £30 a roll, Accessorize at Wallpaperdirect.com
THE PAINT
Stiffkey Blue estate emulsion, £47.95 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball
THE FLOORING Oiled walnut laminate, £20.99sq m, Quick-Step
Use a woven tray as storage
Style a gallery wall by displaying your favourite wallpaper prints in a grid
Why it works
Dark wood and modern black accents tone beautifully with deep Moroccan hues to create an evocative scheme
the STYLE RULES SPICE IT UP Be inspired by the souks of Marrakesh to create a warming palette of paprika orange and turmeric yellow. Soften with lighter tones of sage green and plaster pink. GO DARK ON THE WALLS Paint a moody backdrop of midnight blue and frame some samples of coordinating wallpapers in clip frames, leaving white borders for contrast and freshness.
GIVE THE LOOK AN URBAN FLAVOUR Source sleek reclaimed wood and natural rattan furniture featuring modern metal hairpin legs. Team with dark polished wood flooring. EMBRACE A LAID-BACK FEEL Dress a dining table with crumpled linen in rusty orange along with elegant tableware including wooden bowls, glass carafes and artisan ceramics.
STYLE AT HOME SAYSÉ ‘Combining Moroccaninspired shades with rich, deep blue makes sure the space looks smart and modern.’ STYLE EDITOR
Michela Colling
Dress a dining table with a beautiful pale grey linen runner and modern blue and white ceramics
the STYLE RULES GO FOR A CLASSIC COLOUR COMBO Blue and white is a timeless combination, often associated with coastal schemes. However, using it on a bold floral wallpaper takes it in a more contemporary direction. CHOOSE TEXTURED PLAINS A sleek white dining table and benches along with smart upholstered chairs in textured indigo linen have a modern
look. Use leftover fabric to make coordinating bench cushions. LET LIGHT IN Simple white voile curtains are perfect for patio doors, as they allow light while still providing some privacy in an overlooked room. PICK PRACTICAL FLOORING A light vinyl floor is a great choice in a kitchen-diner. Make it feel cosier with a tonal striped rug to zone a dining space.
Elegant
Add extra colour with plants
INDIGO
Style a sophisticated scheme in blue and white
THE FABRIC
Lille Smoky Blue, £44m, Villa Nova
THE WALLPAPER Saro Blue/Grey, £93 a roll, Sandberg at Wallpaperdirect
THE PAINT
Dulux Cornflower White matt emulsion, £10 for 2.5ltr, Wilko
THE FLOORING
Noma stripe handwoven blue/white rug, £57.99, Wayfair
Jewel
TONES
Team opulent shades with glam metallics
THE FABRIC
Atlantis Peacock chenille weave, £46m, Villa Nova
THE WALLPAPER
Papilio in Flamingo, Papaya and Olive, £68 a roll, Harlequin at Style Library
THE PAINT Mauve matt emulsion, £10 for 2.5ltr, B&Q
THE FLOORING
Marrakesh loop pile plain carpet in Slate Cable, £12.99sq m, Carpetright
Hang an on-trend round mirror
Contrast soft fabrics with furniture and accessories featuring strong angles and cool metallics
Why it works the STYLE RULES
Set the mood with deep purple painted walls and build up rich colours and textures for a luxe bedroom scheme
LAYER LUXE TEXTURE Style an opulent boudoir scheme using jewel tones of amethyst, garnet and agate. Keep pattern to a minimum, instead focusing on tactile fabrics such as velvet, silk and chenille. GO BIG ON GLAMOUR Bringing in mirrored furniture and metallic accessories will contribute to the glamorous, glittering feeling of the scheme.
ADD DRAMA WITH BLACK Juxtapose jewel tones with black accents within lighting, bedding and an upholstered black leather bed frame. GROUND THE SCHEME Go for luxurious dark velvet curtains and a loop pile carpet in a deep grey. HANG BOTANICAL ART Soften the look with art featuring rows of delicate butterflies in coordinating shades of purple.
STYLE AT HOME SAYSÉ ‘Contemporary details such as the leather bed and sleek lighting stops the look from becoming too “boudoir”.’ EXECUTIVE EDITOR Heather Young
Add tropical greenery
the STYLE RULES EMBRACE TWENTIES STYLE Create an upbeat scheme, using popping candy shades and elegant Art Deco-inspired shapes, including a scalloped chair and brass globe floor lamp. ADD INTEREST ON WALLS Paneling installed halfway up the wall lends a glamorous hotel feel. Colour in on-trend neo mint and complement by painting the upper half of the wall in blush pink.
PLAY WITH PATTERN Accessorise the room with a rug and cushions featuring bold geometric patterns and tropical motifs. SELECT OPULENT MATERIALS Luxurious velvet upholstery and shimmering gold metallic furniture and lighting contribute to the glamour of this scheme. For a Miami Beach hotel vibe, introduce real or faux tropical greenery such as palms and monstera leaves.
Cushions, from £10; mirror, £25; gold table lamp, £45; floor lamp, £80; side table, £70, all Matalan
Miami GLAM
Combine Deco shapes with candy colours
THE FABRIC Pelham Rose velvet, £46m, Andrew Martin
THE WALLPAPER
Palm Leaves, £85 a roll, Cole & Sons at Jane Clayton & Company
THE PAINT
Make A Mint supreme matt emulsion, £49.99 for 2.5ltr, Dowsing & Reynolds
THE FLOORING
Reef Flag Pink rug, £119, Dunelm
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Welcome flower prints into your home decor, from bold blooms to vintage-inspired ditsy repeats
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Prettify plain plant pots with decorative tapes. Cut lengths of washi tape and wrap around the rim or bottom edge of a white planter. Alternatively, layer up to create stripes and borders or cut the ends into points.
Use coordinating tapes to create a set Plant pots, from £1.60 each, Homebase
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STYLE UPDATE Have fun with these simple but creative ideas that’ll ring the changes in your home without turning into a full redo
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Paint your front door pink
A door – whether interior or exterior – is the perfect place to introduce a shot of bold colour to a neutral scheme. Use an eggshell finish for a classic look, and pair with a stand-out light fitting or wall mirror to complete your hallway transformation.
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U shelves, £60 each, Urbansize
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BRING ORDER TO YOUR HALLWAY WITH SHELVING
Curb the clutter a little with some wall shelves to house your knick-knacks and provide a dedicated spot to keep keys.
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Add colour to your bathroom with floor tiles
Depending on the size of your space and the layout, you could either tile the whole floor in the same tile, or if you have a larger floor space, tile just the centre section, leaving the rest plain.
TOP BUYS
For updating your home Cuzco Yellow cushion, £20, Kaleidoscope
Succulents, £25 for set of three, Qvcuk.com
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STORE TOYS IN TOTE BAGS
Hang a row of alphabet canvas bags along a wall, spelling out TOYS or the name of your little one, ensuring they are at a height that they can reach. After playtime, encourage your children to clear their things away into the bags.
Kingfisher noticeboard, £34.95, Cherith Harrison
Peach round vase, £8.99, M&Co
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Pearlescent glaze paint; Graphite chalk paint, from £11.95, Annie Sloan
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Cheat the look of pearl inlay by upcycling
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Give a junk shop find a fancy new look by using pearlescent paint and a stencil to create a faux pearl inlay effect. First, sand it down. Then, paint it dark grey and leave to dry before stencilling.
MAKE A BESPOKE CONSOLE TABLE
Double-stack shelf units, like these Ekby Alex drawers (£35 each, Ikea), and attach metal legs from The Hairpin Leg Co for one-of-akind, space-savvy storage.
PERFECT PICKS For a new look
Martinique light shade, £40, Very
Shell mug, £5, Debenhams
Faux bonsai tree, £8, Primark
Dexter pot stand, £59.99; rattan lantern, £30; Nisha vase, £49.99; plants, from £11.99 each, all Dobbies Orange geo throw, £10, Wilko
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CREATE A TROPICAL OASIS IN YOUR BATHROOM
If you’re renting or don’t have the budget for a complete overhaul of your bathroom, a great way to jazz it up is to fill it with plants – try a mix of real (if there’s natural light) and faux.
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Use wooden spice racks as a place to keep books and toys
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Paper the ceiling with pattern
Switch things up in a nursery or children’s room, by papering not the walls, but the ceiling instead. It’s a great way to introduce a little pattern and interest to a space, just stick to a minimal colour palette to decorate the rest of the room.
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Treat plants as oversized accessories
Houseplants can really transform a space. Think about mixing up the sizes and shapes of your plants – just as you would with other décor items – and use them to fill those awkward spaces, such as the corners of the room.
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Cosy up hard floors with a soft, flat-weave rug
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Pattern Ashen tiles, £47.35sq m, Harvey Maria
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GIVE KITCHEN CUPBOARDS A NEW LOOK
Update tired and scuffed units with a lick of paint in a smart, dark shade. While you have the doors off the hinges, swap the handles for some new gold pulls to complete the transformation. Passion flower 100% cotton reversible bed linen, £28 for a double set, Dunelm
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Save space by hanging a bedside light
Instead of a regular table lamp, go for a hanging alternative to not only save you surface space, but to also add interest to a plain wall. Either hang it directly from the ceiling, or hang from a hook above your headboard.
MUST-HAVES
You won’t want to miss Sahara long platter, £15, Sainsbury’s Home
Pink spray, £7.50, Gisela Graham
Metallic wings book ends, £30, Oliver Bonas
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PLUMP FOR SOME NEW SEASON BEDDING
Reflect the freshness of late spring with some new bed linen. A floral pattern on a white background keeps the room looking light. Plus, the reversible design gives you options.
Geo snack boxes, £8, Paperchase
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Create a hanging plant display
Take a simple Ikea Racka curtain pole (available in black, white or grey for £7.75) and attach to the wall in your living room or bedroom, to make the perfect place to hang houseplants – both real and artificial.
PAINT A COLOUR BLOCK BACKGROUND
Make a feature of furniture with a half-painted wall in a pretty pastel shade. Pick a colour that will allow the item in front of it to stand out.
UNIQUE PIECES To complete the look
White and Gold teapot, £9.99, Homesense
Arch wall mirror, £50, Dunelm Side table, £50, Next Home
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CREATE A SUMMER HANGOUT
If winter is all about cosy corners, summer is all breezy boltholes. A hanging bamboo chair has all the airiness you need, dressed with cushions and throws for softness and style.
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Pink table lamp, £15, George Home
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Headboard, ÂŁ399, La Redoute
Team with a storage divan to stash away spare bedding
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Choose a storage headboard
Not only does this headboard provide handy shelves and hidden storage, but it can also double up as bedside tables to stop a compact bedroom feeling too cluttered.
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‘I saw these chairs in a cafe and liked the pinky-wood tone so much I tracked them down online’
‘I just wanted a UPLIFTING SCHEME
‘Shaker kitchen cupboards are very “me” and the white finish with white worktops, walls and stools makes the room look fresh, rather than old-fashioned’
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ABOUT ME I’m Donna Clitheroe, 42, a make-up artist, and I live with my husband, Dan, 47, who is in property lettings, and our children Oscar, 13, and Willy, eight, in a four-bed Victorian villa in Hove, East Sussex. We moved here in 2007. THE CHALLENGE Our old kitchen was long and narrow with units down one side – when we had a party we got in each other's way. We wanted to extend and update our cream shaker kitchen. MY WISH LIST A sociable room with enough circulation space to cook, eat and relax, defined by an island, large dining table and sofa.
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A side extension decorated in harmony with the rest of Donna’s house has resulted in a comfortable family space
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fter we moved here 13 years ago, the whole house had to be updated and we knocked through a muddle of small rooms to make a bigger kitchen,’ says Donna. ‘As time went on, we found that although the kitchen was long, it wasn’t wide enough, and it felt like we were on top of each other all of the time. I just wanted a relaxing room where we could all hang out. Initially, our planning application to extend the rear was refused because of light issues with neighbours. A different architect suggested we extend three metres to the side. At first I wasn’t convinced but making the room square has made a huge difference – we didn’t need to go out at the back at all. The biggest headache was moving the drains. The plumbing was on the outside wall where we were extending, and we wanted the sink and dishwasher on the opposite wall. The quickest route would have been beneath the kitchen floor, but it could have been a nightmare to sort out if there’d been a leak. Instead, we ran them around the outside of the house.
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'Charity-shop stools are cheap to buy and easy to revamp with a matt spray paint'
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The room needed to visually flow with the rest of our house, which is decorated in greys, dusky pinks and florals. The wood cladding was really important, too – I just love this look. I’m a huge fan of Pinterest and while I was looking for ideas, I kept being drawn back to the style of the shaker cupboards I’d had before. This time I wanted them in white for a French-Scandi look. A friend of mine had bought a shaker kitchen from DIY Kitchens and her fitter said the cupboards were good quality. They were a fraction of the price compared to anywhere else and they
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BE CREATIVE WITH SPACE
‘I opened-up the chimney breast to fit in a range cooker – a white one was quite tricky to find’
sent me a number of white kitchen doors so I could choose the exact shade. I wanted to make the kitchen look and feel like a room. Key was opening up the old fireplace so I could install a white range cooker. I planned a big, sociable island facing into the living area with a comfortable sofa and a long dining table next to the doors. I drew up the floorplan myself and my builder, Dave Bartlett from DB Builders, checked the measurements and then I sent my layout to DIY Kitchens. The cupboards arrived painted and already made and the builders fitted them into the room.
Finishing touches
The all-white kitchen needed softening, and in a house of boys, a bit of a feminine touch! I’m not one for fashion fads so I simply decorated the vintage shelves with candles and glassware, and hung up paintings of flowers found in flea markets and charity shops. The painted white wood cladding has made the room feel really homely – we all love being in here together. This project has been a real luxury to do, and the room feels like it has always been part of our home.’
Find more tips on how to create a light, spacious kitchen extension at idealhome.co.uk
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FLEXIBLE DINING
‘We’ve got space for a table twice the size as before, which makes entertaining so much more relaxing’
WONDER WALL
‘The tongue-andgroove effect has created a really homely feel'
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Tongue-and-groove panels can transform the look of a wall and are easy to create. For full-height tongue and groove, aim for five battens at even points across the wall, starting with one at floor level and one at ceiling height. Make sure the battens are level, then mark the positions on the wall. Mark drill points, then drill the holes, plug and screw in place. Starting on the left, fix the first plank in place by nailing a panel pin through the batten. Use a spirit level to check the plank is vertical before fixing to the other battens. Continue fixing the planks across the width. Finish with capping at the top and skirting at the bottom.
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Why it works
Where to buy Donna’s style
STYLE AT HOME SAYSÉ ‘Donna's dedication to an all-white scheme – even down to the white cooker – ensures this look works' HOUSES EDITOR
Ruth Corbett
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‘Transparent glass bell pendants above the island help to increase the feeling of space here'
‘A LOCAL APPLIANCE SHOP AGREED TO PRICE-MATCH WITH PRODUCTS ONLINE AND DELIVERED FOR FREE’
Helmsley White shaker units, £3,500, DIY Kitchens. Carrara marble worktop, £3,200, Kitchen Stone Worktop. Rangemaster Elise 110 dual-fuel range cooker is similar, £2,279, Discount Appliance Centre. Electra slimline dishwasher, £179; Electra fridge, £199; Beko freezer, £249, all AO.com. Villeroy & Boch double-bowl Belfast sink, £389; TreMercati Little Venice brass tap, £129, both Tap Warehouse. Kronoswiss Grand Selection flooring in oak tan, £14.95sq m, Best at Flooring. Larder fitted with old Dutch barn doors, £240, Back To The Grain. Arundel dining table, £2,100, Neptune. Fameg’s angled farmhouse chairs, £148 for two, Nisbets. Walls in Dulux Pure Brilliant White matt emulsion, £17 for 2.5ltr; try Dafyd Cone Antique copper and smoke wall light, £26, both B&Q. Try Klovan glass pendant light, £12 each; Holmsund corner sofa bed in Grasbo white, £575; Ingolf are similar white stools, £65, all Ikea. Pom Pom fairy lights, £17.50, notonthehighstreet.
ZONE LARGE SPACES
‘The corner sofa bed was an Ikea bargain, and along with the rug is the right shape to frame the relaxing part of the new room’
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A RANGE COOKER
Donna’s choice:
A RANGE COOKER
Cast-iron ranges are built to last a lifetime, so if you can’t afford a new model, there’s a roaring trade in reconditioned models…
Where do I start?
First off, you’ll need to consider what type of cooker you require. Will it be electric, gas or oil powered? An AGA or an Esse? The most popular tend to be electric models like the Dual or Total Control AGA, where you’re able to turn the hobs or ovens on and off separately, reducing running costs. Gas or oil-fired cookers can be cheap to run, too, but require a flue system and annual servicing.
How much will I save?
Bargains can be had on models that would cost thousands of pounds brand
BEST FOR… INSTALLATION
Classy Cookers has a huge stock of pre-owned ranges. It will dismantle the range in its current home and reassemble it in your kitchen.
PEACE OF MIND
Twyford Cookers is an authorized AGA specialist that has a limited stock of reconditioned models. Cookers come with a five-year warranty and the option of interest-free credit
THE PERFECT COLOUR
Independent Blake & Bull converts, re-enamels and refurbishes AGA range cookers. It offers more than 30 shades, from aubergine to light grey.
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new. Newlife Appliances recently offered a Leisure CS90C530K Cuisinemaster 90cm Electric Range Cooker for £590. A new model will cost double the price.
Do second-hand cookers come with a warranty?
Buy a pre-owned or fully reconditioned range cooker from a business outlet, and you should expect at least a statutory guarantee, which is not something you’ll get if you buy privately. You might also be able to take advantage of finance packages, for example, paying in instalments or interest-free credit.
3 of the best RANGE COOKERS
GO RETRO
Get vintage style with this range in cool white. DVTR 906-DF/WH dual-fuel range cooker in White, £1,029, DeLonghi
How do I collect and install a second-hand range cooker?
While a freestanding range oven is easy to remove, a solid cast-iron range will need to be dismantled, transported and refitted by an expert. Not only is it extremely heavy, but if anything is lost or damaged in the move, the range could be rendered worthless. Moving a range could break internal seals or, at worst, stress-fracture the cast iron.
‘BUYING FROM AN AGAREGISTERED DEALER WILL GUARANTEE THAT YOU’LL GET A PURPOSEBUILT AGA AND NOT BITS AND PIECES OF VARIOUS COOKERS PUT TOGETHER’ RUTH CORBETT, HOUSES EDITOR
HANDY FEATURES
Useful slow-cook function for stews. Bush BRCNB90DBLSS 90cm dualfuel range cooker, £569.99, Argos
ALL MOD CONS
Combines a gas hob with two electric ovens. MDF100S dual-fuel range cooker, £649, Montpellier
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here is something about a range cooker that gives a kitchen personality. The only problem is they’re not cheap, which is why many people buy secondhand. Here, we explain how to find the range of your dreams for a fraction of the cost of a new one.
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Introduce a hint of industrial style with this swan neck cone wall light in brass, £89, Industville
Treat your hands to this all-natural Baylis & Harding Goodness rose and geranium handwash, £4 for 500ml, Boots
Hang pretty vintage-style cups from shelf hooks. Emma Bridgewater Pink roses mug, £14.95, Daisy Park
Pick classic striped linen like this Ferm Living Hale Yarn tea towel, £15, Nordic Nest
Store kitchen essentials in the chic Ramus porcelain canister jars, £14 for three, Made
Invest in statement hardware like this Abode Ludlow two-lever tap in antique bronze, £229, John Lewis & Partners
Add a pop of pastel pink around a kitchen table with the Talia spindle chair, £95, Habitat
Go for modern white countertop appliances like this Russell Hobbs honeycomb kettle, £24.99, Argos
Artificial plants are an ideal way of adding low-maintenance greenery. Kimball faux plant, £10, Primark
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STANDING PROUD
‘The mixer tap rises up out of the floor rather than being set into the wall tiles’
COME ON IN!
ABOUT ME I’m Sheelagh McCarthy, 47, a charity fundraising manager, and I live with my partner Mark Clayton, 50, a sales director, and my daughters Nora, 15, and Erin, 13, with Mark’s daughters Rosie, 13, and Holly, 11, living with us for half of the week, in a five-bedroom Edwardian semi-detached house in Surrey. THE CHALLENGE Transforming a dated bathroom that hadn’t been touched for years into a modern, practical but stylish space which would appeal to four teenage girls as well as to us. MY WISH LIST Period reproduction fittings, a lovely big shower, plenty of tiles, a sharp monochrome scheme – and a touch of fun.
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‘Use a dark or coloured grout in a large expanse of white tiles, to add interest and highlight the designÕ
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‘The black and white tiles and accessories work together to give our new bathroom a smart but stylish feel’
A smart combo of black and white wall and floor tiles has helped Sheelagh give period-style fittings a modern look in her family bathroom
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etting together with my partner Mark four years ago meant that we had to decide whose house we were going to live in with our blended family of six,’ says Sheelagh. ‘We decided in the end to sell my home and put the money into extending Mark’s house and making it somewhere we both wanted to live. In 2018, we undertook a major rear and loft extension, as well as a complete renovation, adding another bedroom plus an en suite, so that each of our four girls had their own bedroom. However, that left the main bathroom looking dated, dull and definitely in need of some attention. We needed a style that would grow with the girls – three of whom are teenagers – and that would suit the house’s age, but had a contemporary, industrial edge.
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Once the room was cleared, we were left with a good-sized rectangular space with the door in the middle and plenty of room for a walk-in shower. We’d chosen blackframed glass doors for the back of the house and loved them, and we realised there was nothing to stop us going for a similar shower enclosure. It’s very minimal, so although it’s black, it’s not oppressive. With the door ordered, we chose metro tiles for the walls and continued with the black and white theme by painting the walls plain white. We felt large-scale white floor tiles would have been too plain, not to mention a nightmare to clean, so we picked a black and white chequered style. We had the metro tiles grouted in dark grey, to break up the mass of white tiles. I’d always wanted a roll-top bath, and we could see that a bath would fit across the width of the room, out of the way. But it had to be a traditional shape to fit in
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‘We’ve managed to fit in a large walk-in shower with a dramatic black metal and glass screen that echoes the doors in our kitchen’
PLANT PERCH
‘A metal mirror adds to the industrial feel, and the useful shelf at the bottom is a great place for plants’
with the age of the house. Having found a bath we liked, we then realised that the company had exactly what we wanted for the other main elements, too. Everything was high quality and era appropriate, but with modern plumbing, so we didn’t need to look any further.
Black on white
We wanted to bring a bit more black into the room to balance the white. There was plenty on the floor with the tiles, but the walls looked a bit pale. We found a matt black towel rail, which really stands out against the white tiles, and spotted a black linen hamper in a garden centre. The black metal mirror with a shelf above the basin breaks up that wall nicely. With black and white, it’s easy to add touches of any colour, but mustard yellow is my favourite. You only need a tiny burst of it to draw the eye, so I’ve gone for a towels in complementary yellow hues. The only other colour is green from the plants, so it’s easy to change towels and accessories when you want a change.
Final touches
Mark has quite a quirky touch with décor, so as a finishing touch, he bought a Highland cattle picture to hang on the plain white wall above the bath. It was just the touch of fun that we were looking for to complete the scheme, as it looks like it’s peeking at whoever’s in the bath. Now, everyone rushes to get in there first. It’s light and bright, no space is wasted and everything works perfectly for us.’
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‘Create a cohesive look by matching a black shower frame with a black mirror trim’
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‘A mahogany toilet seat brings another natural material into the room and evokes the Edwardian era’
ARRANGE METRO TILES Herringbone is an on-trend option for laying metro tiles and delivers an upmarket, designer look, even when using plain, inexpensive tiles. Cover a large area, such as above a bath or in a shower cubicle. For something a little different, try laying the tiles vertically rather than in the traditional horizontal brickwork pattern. This design helps to visually heighten a space, making it a great option for rooms with low ceilings. Stack ’em up. While you may be used to seeing a brickworkstyle offset pattern, nail the minimalist look by stacking the tiles in neat formation. Choose a contrasting grout to highlight the grid pattern.
‘USE A BORDER TILE IN A SIMILAR COLOUR SCHEME TO YOUR FLOOR TILES TO DEFINE THE SPACE AND NEATEN THE EDGES’
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‘The period reproduction fittings are appropriate for the age of the house, and the brick tiles also echo its origins’
‘Sheelagh has used a mix of black and white patterns to bring her bathroom to life. There’s plenty of interest but it doesn’t feel too busy, thanks to the clean, bright white walls.’ HOUSES EDITOR
Ruth Corbett
Where to buy Sheelagh’s style Walls in Pure Brilliant White matt emulsion, £9.99 for 2.5ltr, Dulux. Bateau double bath, £779.35; Claremont Deck bath taps, £590; stand pipes, £350; Eden thermos shower, £638; toilet, £248; Edwardian basin with stand, £537; Claremont basin taps, £139, all Burlington Bathrooms. Verona Aquaglass Velar 1200mm walk-in shower panel with support bar and 8mm glass, £407.95, Yates Building Contractors. Shower tray, £150, Hampton Plumbing. Victorian Black and White chequered floor tiles, £75.95sq m; Victorian Black and White border tiles, £9.55 each; Metro White wall tiles, £19.50sq m, all Topps Tiles. Linen basket, £19.99, Squires. Radiator, £159.97, Soak. Yellow hand towel, £6, Tesco. Hammam towels, £18 each, Drift Linens. Metal mirror with shelf, £125, Cox & Cox. Black and white basket, £19.95, Sass and Belle. Fejka pots, £6 each, Ikea. Cattle poster, £25, Etsy. Frame, £40, Habitat
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A GRID-STYLE SCREEN
Sheelagh’schoice: A GRID-STYLE SCREEN Love Sheelagh’s dramatic shower? Find out how to give your bathroom an edge
How do I get a grid look?
At entry level, the black lines are screen printed onto glass. It’s pretty convincing but specks of black can flake off. For durability, a digitally-printed grid is the way to go – try Roman’s Liberty range. For realism, go for a real metal frame. Usually made from aluminium or steel, the frame is fixed to one side of the glass. Ensure the framing is on the outside so the interior glass can be squeegeed clean.
save pennies. Glass thickness is another factor – anything thicker than 8mm will be more expensive.
What features are worth having?
The biggest tell that a screen is low-budget is when the screws and hinges look cheap. Seek products with concealed fixings that are colour-matched (i.e. black). Easyclean glass, like AquaShield, boasts a protective treatment designed to prevent the build-up of limescale and shampoo residue. The glass will stay shinier and the need to clean is reduced by as much as 70% – get it if you can!
Is a screen better than full enclosure? Can I get the look for less? Aasingle screen will be cheaper, but some Prices start from £200 for an 80cm-wide screen. As ever, quality materials will bump up the price. Screens made from anodised black steel – try Merlyn’s Black Collection – are robust but expensive. Go for powder-coated aluminium versions to
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VictoriaPlum.com stocks Jacuzzi’s Loft black framed panels, which take the black lines vertically for a minimalist but high-impact look.
LONGEVITY
Merlyn’s Black Collection is anodized, which means the black colour is fully integrated with the aluminium, so it won’t chip.
SPACE-SAVING
Impey Showers has a compact 80cm-wide pivot door within its Soho Wetroom range, perfect for smaller spaces or in an alcove.
BLACK-FRAMED SHOWERS PEACE OF MIND
people prefer the privacy of an enclosure and the way they keep children’s splashes safely contained. Walk-in enclosures are a hybrid of the two styles, offering more protection than one screen and a better sense of space than a full enclosure.
Comes with a five-year guarantee. Arezzo Black grid walk-in enclosure, from £439.85, Victorian Plumbing
Should I choose a tray or a tanked floor?
Tanking will give you a really sleek, contemporary look, but it is labour intensive so will cost a lot more – in both time and money – than a tray. It may be better to source a slimline tray (around 2.5cm deep) that will suit the look of industrial showers without the hassle.
‘BLACK STEEL IS AN ENDURING TREND SO YOU CAN AFFORD TO SPLASH OUT SAFE IN THE KNOWLEDGE YOUR NEW LOOK WILL LAST’ BARRY HOYNE, MERLYN
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EASY-CLEAN GLASS Has Aquashield protection. Velar Walk-In, £495 for 120cm wide panel and bar, Frontline Bathrooms
TRAY INCLUDED
Get a smart stone shower tray. Mode Black framed panel with stone shower tray, £229, VictoriaPlum.com
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allen for steel-framed windows and doors? Why not embrace the look on a smaller scale in a bathroom? Black-framed shower screens look equally at home in modern and period homes, so you can work the trend whatever your style.
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VICTORIAN CHIC Style a traditional suite with modern monochrome accents
Mooo-ve in a bit of character. Highland Cow print, from £20 unframed, Lola Design
Store toilet rolls in style. Scandi boho geo bamboo basket, £18, Sass & Belle at Very
Green plants liven up a monochrome space. Trailing house faux plant, £8, Argos
Save space with a double duty mirror. Hildia Black mirror with shelf, £95, Rose & Grey
Fluffy towels are a must. Spa cotton towels, from £4 for a face cloth, Habitat
Who knew clothes bins could be so chic? Kurino laundry basket, £49, Made
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TRENDY TRIO
Small but perfect for bathrooms. Retro ridged pedal bin, £7, Matalan
Line up mini plants on a shelf. Monochrome planters, £25 for three, Cox & Cox
Spring some yellow on the scheme. Turkish cotton beach towel, £5.99, Rinkit
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Metro tiles are still as hot as ever, especially in these luxurious new on-trend shades
lassic metro tiles are a musthave in any design-conscious modern home. The sleek white rectangles have been in use since the early 1900s, and now Topps Tiles has given them a 2020 makeover with two striking new colourways.
Rather than the traditional horizontal pattern, mix things up and lay your metro tiles vertically
Find your style
As much as we love a run of white metro tiles, it’s not exactly a groundbreaking design choice. If you’re after more of a statement splashback, let Topps Tiles take you into the colourful new decade with its updated shades of Blush and Forest. The Instagram-friendly pink shade will look as pretty as a picture in a feminine space, but can also easily be toughened up for a hint of city chic by mixing in metallics, concrete and monochrome finishes. Mix and match laying patterns, or even go for a contrasting grout colour for a unique finish that will really show off your personality. If you’re all about self-care, check out the Forest green shade instead. According to Topps Tiles’ survey, green is one of the colours we most associate with wellbeing. In fact, those who style their homes in green are more likely to eat well, exercise and practise mindfulness. Plus, this beautiful and inspiring shade will add a strong contemporary vibe to any home.
A deep jewel green brings a luxurious edge. Metro tiles in Forest, £30sq m, Topps Tiles
FOR MORE INFORMATION
To explore the entire range of metro tiles, plus all of the other styles available, head to toppstiles.co.uk or visit one of the 350+ stores around the UK.
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Soften a black and white colour scheme with a touch of pink. Metro tiles in Blush, £30sq m, Topps Tiles
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APRICOT AND VANILLA TARTLETS TAKES 35 MINS MAKES 6 200g ready-rolled puff pastry 400g tin apricot halves in syrup, 1 vanilla drained (syrup reserved) Crème fraîche, to serve pod, halved
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Preheat oven to 200C/Gas 6. Unroll the pastry, cut into 6 rectangles measuring 12x8.5cm and place on a non-stick baking sheet.
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over the remaining syrup and warm on a high heat for 10 mins, until reduced, glossy and thickened. Before serving, brush vanilla syrup over tarts, thinly slice the vanilla pod vertically and top each tart with a small slice. Serve tarts warm or cold with a dollop of crème fraîche.
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Clear the garden clutter with a new shed
If your understairs cupboard is overflowing with tools and the kids’ bikes, and other bits are cluttering up your garden, it’s high time you invested in a new shed. The neat and compact Darwin wood-look shed from Keter is made from all-weather resin, features double wall panels for greater rigidity, and a heavy-duty floor panel to prevent rainwater leaking in. What’s more, it’s fully assembled from flat-pack in under two hours and comes with a 15-year guarantee. Keter Darwin shed (H205xW125.8x D184.5cm), £280, Argos
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GROW-YOUR-OWN PLANTERS Create an instant vegetable plot on your patio
INVEST IN A GARDEN HOSE FOR LIFE
Most people will plump for a cheap and cheerful option when buying a garden hose and usually find that they have to replace it within a year or two. Hozelock’s latest design may cost more, but it’s built to last a lifetime (it’s guaranteed for at least 30 years), so you’ll save in the long run. It also doesn’t kink and weighs up to 50% less than a traditional hose. Hozelock Tuffhoze, from £38.63 for 12.5m, Amazon
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BOX FRESH
Treated timber prevents rot. Forest Garden Caledonian tiered planter, £121.95, Cuckooland.com
NEAT OPTION
Save space with this plastic stackable set. Modular planter set, £39.99, Homebase
KEEP IT TIDY
Stash bits and bobs on the useful shelf below. Latchmere raised planter, £120, Garden Trading
KEEP YOUR SHOWER SCREEN SPARKLING WITH THE CLEVER EASYSTORE COMPACT SHOWER SQUEEGEE, £10, JOSEPH JOSEPH
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Train a mini masterchef If you have a great set of super-sharp knives and peelers, you may not be keen on your kids getting hands-on with the food prep. Opinel’s brilliant children’s knife and peeler set is made specifically for smaller hands, features finger rings for a better, more secure grip and a handy guard to protect their fingers from being cut. Opinel Le Petit Chef kitchen knife set, £31.99, Amazon
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Keep warm outdoors when the sun goes down
VERSATILE OPTION
A table, a barbecue and firepit in one makes this multi-tasking design a winner. 3-in-1 firepit table, £94.99, VonHaus
CLEAR CRUMBS IN A FLASH From clearing up after a messy breakfast, tackling the piles of sand the kids have left behind after a trip to the beach, or just keeping the car clean, Beldray’s brilliant Revo cordless handheld vacuum is an essential piece of kit. As well as
a tool for upholstery, it comes with a crevice tool for getting in between car seats and into corners, plus a brush tool for cobwebs and the rest. Priced at £49.99, Robert Dyas
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CHECK YOUR AIR QUALITY
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Perfect for homes with babies, allergy or asthma sufferers, the Airthings Wave Mini is a wireless device that monitors air quality, temperature and humidity, alerting you if levels rise or fall, via the (free) app on your smartphone or tablet. Airthings Wave Mini air quality monitor, £69.50, Amazon
RED HOT
This design looks just as good without flames as it does lit. Ivyline Kew firepit in Rust, £160, Amara
This contemporary design is perfect for urban gardens. Lyneham firepit, £150, Garden Trading
Keep children entertained outdoors SAVE WATER (WHEN WATERING YOUR GARDEN)
If you’re serious about gardening and keen to not waste water, check out the new Micro-Drip-System from Gardena. Using a series of interconnecting hoses that attach to your outdoor water supply, the system features a pressure-reducing master unit that will deliver just the right amount of water directly to your plants via a set of adjustable drip heads, conserving up to 70% of water. Micro-Drip-System, £49.99, Gardena
Little kids climbing the walls? Send them outdoors to climb on this instead! Children aged three to six years can scramble up, hang upside down from and swing off this sturdy but surprisingly lightweight frame all day long, which is perfect for helping them develop their motor skills. Lil Monkey dome climber, £119.99, Dobbies
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TIME AT HOME
The 10-minute
DECLUTTER
Get the place tidy in a flash with these speedy tips and handy buys
TREASURE CHEST
With two layers for your jewellery or mementos, this fabric-covered box is ideal. Woven jewellery box, £39.50, Oliver Bonas
CLEAR WINNERS
Every kitchen cupboard needs a set of these space-saving storage jars. Stackable square canisters, £31.50 for four, Brabantia
THREE-IN-ONE
It’s a table, a tray and a storage basket in one – and it’s a bargain, too! Wire storage table, £12, Wilko
Ready,steady,sort! REORGANISE THOSE CUPBOARDS Invest in Lakeland’s Add-a-Drawer range (from £12.99 each) to give you an extra shelf of storage for your stuff. CLEAR THE OUTDOOR CLUTTER Tidy away old gardening materials and cut back dead or overgrown plants to give you more outdoor space to enjoy. Simple and elegant, this five-hook coat rail is perfect for a compact hallway Dots & Lines wall hooks, £40, Cox & Cox
STATION MASTER
With its shelf, two drawers and a hidden drawer, you can hide away all your make-up. Wilderness dressing table, £130, Argos
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AUDIT YOUR LIBRARY Edit those bookshelves, deciding which titles are ‘keepers’ and which can go to charity (to make way for new ones!).
SPOT ON
Keep bedroom shelves clutter-free with a few of these tidy-up boxes. Cube spotted fabric storage box, £10, Habitat
ON A ROLL
This is quite simply the smart storage trunk of dreams. BundleBerry by Amanda Holden Storage Chest, £199, QVC
TALL ORDER
Utility rooms or bathrooms would benefit from this neat shelving. Kane five-tier storage rack in Black, £39, Made
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Space savvy workstation
Floating beech desk, £180, Urbansize
Finding room for a workstation in a small space might seem impossible, but Urbansize has the solution. This compact floating desk has a sleek Scandi design and contains two drawers for added storage. What’s more, it can even be fitted above a radiator and doesn’t take up any floor space. The collection also includes a clever hallway shelf, which comes complete with hooks and a single drawer, and the hallway tidy that includes a full-length mirror. Fixings are included, so you can fit it to the wall just like a shelf and get to work straight away.
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MASONRY PAINTS DIRT-PROOF
Self-cleaning formula means rain washes off dirt. Oklahoma masonry paint, £39 for 10ltr, B&Q
QUICK DRYING
Rainproof in one hour. Sandtex masonry paint in White, £40 for 10ltr, Homebase
LONG LASTING
Offers 15 years protection. Dulux Weathershield paint, £33 for 5ltr, Wilko
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Rhomba Blush Gloss, Rhomba Charcoal Gloss and Rhomba Torrano tiles, all £64.58sq m, Topps Tiles
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Bring your tiles to life According to Topps Tiles, it’s time to be courageous with colour. Glossy pink harmonises well with charcoal and marble for a striking look when teamed with coordinating worktops and cupboards. You could also be playful with grout colour – why not try blush pink with rich blue and green tiles for extra impact?
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GO BIG ON BOTANICALS
Enjoy the great outdoors all year round with Surface View’s new collection of botanical wallpaper murals. There are 17 luscious designs to choose from, sourced from illustrations found in the New York Botanical Garden’s Mertz Library that date back as far as the 18th century. These designs make a statement feature with a living wall twist. Pick from paste-the-wall paper or an easy adhesive-backed option to create a made-tomeasure mural with tropical flair.
Phoenix Rupicola mural, £40sq m, Surface View
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TIME AT HOME Rosie Posie and Jemima claypaint sample pots, £4.50 each, Earthborn. Zinc-plated medium cup hooks, £3.02 for 10, B&Q
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Upcycle wooden crates into cute storage. Paint them with tester pots of your chosen shades. Leave to dry, then add a second coat. On the short inside of one crate, screw three cup hooks equally apart. Prop crates up on a sideboard or hang on the wall.
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Mindful making
Stitch with Lisa Comfort
SEW ALONG
Use felt scraps to make a berry lovely gift
COLOUR SPLASH
Coral three-tier storage trolley, £25, Hobbycraft
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CRAFT STORAGE HANG AROUND Ribbon storage hanger, £7, A Place For Everything
Deflecto large craft caddy, £12.99, John Lewis & Partners
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yourself Check out the latest workshops, books and making must-haves
While attending workshops might be off the cards for the time being, that doesn’t mean we can’t seek our sewing inspo elsewhere. Lisa Comfort of Sew Over It has taken to her YouTube channel to provide regular live sew-alongs, so stitchers can follow patterns live, learn new techniques and still feel part of the crafting community. With videos covering everything from dressmaking to kids and homeware projects, all content is free. For sew-alongs featuring specific Sew Over It patterns, PDFs can be downloaded and printed at home. Join in at Sew Over It on YouTube.
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Brighten your home with zakka sewing, a Japanese term meaning handmade items that make you feel good. In Zakka From the Heart (£20.99, C&T Publishing), designer Minki Kim shows how to make 16 charming projects, with techniques for every skill level, from quilting and wool applique to embroidery. This sweet strawberry book cover made using offcuts of felt is sure to prettify any desk.
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TRY YOUR HAND AT... FOLDED BOOK ART
For most of us, folding or cutting into the pages of a book goes against everything we were taught as a child. However, even books have a shelf life and what better way to breathe new life into damaged or outdated titles than by making them into pieces of art? Book folding can be a little tricky to start as it requires accurately scoring and folding the leaves using a template, but when you get in the rhythm, you can create stunning designs. Once you get the hang of it, experiment with curled edges and making scenes by cutting and re-sticking shapes together.
Folded books make excellent gifts for celebrations like birthdays
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Make your garden
LIGHT WORK Spend less time on maintenance and more time kicking back with these smart choices
CREATE A LOW-FUSS GARDEN WITH EASY-CARE SURFACES
Limit the amount of upkeep your garden will need by cutting back on the grassy areas in favour of paving and planting solutions that need less maintenance than a lawn.
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LET GO OF THE LAWN The less grass you have to take care of, the lighter your workload will be. Break up large expanses of lawn by adding a sweep of paving slabs or decking planks running across the garden, introducing sections of slate or cobbles to break up lines and creating areas that don’t require a lot of looking after. Choose smooth stones for clean lines, or shingle and pebbles for a rustic look. SHAPE PATHWAYS Extend pathways to reduce the amount of lawn area, and add shingle or gravel so rainwater can drain away freely. Carve out areas alongside your pathways to create natural break-out places, where you can add planting features, seating or dining sets, or play areas. Keep the area of lawn you’re left with in a simple shape so it’ll be easier to mow. BRING ON THE BEDS Reduce lawn size by making your beds and borders big and bold – well-filled beds are much easier to care for than grass. Position annual flowers near paths and patios, where they can be enjoyed up close, with the larger and more showy perennials further back in the bed. Top-dressing beds with a thick layer of gravel, slate or bark will help to suppress weeds for even easier maintenance.
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Give a path a boardwalk feel with decking planks, and pebbles. Blooma White pebbles, £9 for 22.5kg; Blooma Madeira softwood deck boards, £27 for five, both B&Q
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FIND OUT MORE
Pay a visit to themiddlesized garden.co.uk to pick up practical gardening advice from Alexandra Campbell, from tips on low-fuss planting to how to tackle trickysized plots.
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TIME AT HOME LUSH LAWN
Go for a ‘no mow’ option with a realistic look. Lindale artificial grass, £14.99sq m, Carpetright
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PICK EASYTO-CAREFOR PLANTS AROMATIC SILVERLEAVED plants have an oily surface that absorbs less heat, so they thrive without water once established due to their deep root systems – try lavender, rosemary, santolina, thyme, sage and artemisia. LOW-MAINTENANCE GRASSES are another option, as are easy-care flowering plants like verbena, sedum and buddleia.
HOW TO SWAP YOUR TURF FOR FAUX GRASS Choosing your style
Artificial grass comes in different designs, shades, pile height and density, including softer grasses that feel like the real thing, hard-wearing versions suitable for heavy traffic or children’s play areas and even striped grass for a professionally-mown look. Buy it on the roll to lay as a DIY project, from £12.99sq m, or have it installed professionally, for upwards of £60sq m (or £3,000-£4,000 for an average-sized garden).
WHEN HANGING PLANTERS ON A WALL OR FENCE, USE A SPIRIT LEVEL TO ENSURE THEY ARE PUT U STRAIGHT, SO WATER DOESN’T GATHER IN ONE END
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LABOUR-SAVING PRODUCTS EASY WATERING
Team a timer with your watering system to do the upkeep for you. Hozelock Sensor Controller Plus, £33.10, Amazon
Before new grass goes down, old turf should be removed (down to 5-7cm) and a stable base of sand or aggregate put down and compacted, which will stop grass shifting. Follow this with a layer of membrane to prevent weeds growing through. Grass should then be unrolled and laid with sections aligned so blades point the same way. Use glue, tape and pins to secure and trim with a sharp knife.
Maintaining the look
ALL-IN-ONE PLANTER A self-watering insert keeps soil moist. PS Fejo self-watering pot, £17, Ikea
Laying your lawn
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Create a lush corner. BundleBerry living wall, £54 for four, QVCUK.com
Once your lawn is laid, it’ll need little upkeep. Brush regularly with a stiff broom or plastic rake to get rid of leaves and dirt and straighten the fibres and hose down every so often. For pet poo, wait until it hardens before removing, then spray grass with diluted disinfectant.
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Katie Middleton from BillyOh.com gives advice on how to make an insect hotel for your garden
Building a bug hotel is a fun and easy way of encouraging wildlife into your garden
Add a roof for shelter from the rain
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ncourage bugs and wildlife into your garden by building a bug hotel. It’s the perfect project for getting the kids involved in, too, and watching the creepy-crawlies scurry into the holes and cracks is sure to capture their imaginations. YOU WILL NEED Bricks Pallets Broken pots Soil Tiles Dead wood Stones Tubes
DECIDE ON A SPOT The best location for the hotel depends on the type of insects you want to attract. Some prefer cooler, damper conditions, while others, such as bees, prefer the sun. BUILD YOUR HOTEL Lay bricks on the ground to create a sturdy base, but make sure you leave gaps between them so the insects can crawl up. Then, start creating some height by adding pallets and more bricks. FILL IN THE GAPS Use smaller materials, such as dead wood, tubes, stones and tiles, to create spaces for insects to hide. A mix of different materials will mean that you will enjoy a wide variety of visitors. ADD A ROOF This is integral to ensuring the hotel stays stable and doesn’t tip over, while also keeping it dry to help the sheltering bugs. You could use old roofing tiles or pack it tightly with rubble and soil. Plants that can cope with dry conditions could also be planted for another dimension. WAIT FOR YOUR GUESTS Insects won’t come to the hotel straight away. It’ll take a while for it to be discovered and for them to make it their home, but don’t be disheartened. Bug hotels will have more residents during warmer months, and at nighttime, so you may not see all the visitors during the day.
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KNOWING EXACTLY WHAT BUGS AND INSECTS YOU WANT TO ENCOURAGE MEANS THAT YOU CAN TAILOR THE HOTEL FOR THEM SPECIFICALLY
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INSECT HOUSES ‘Building a bug hotel can often be a completely free activity as you’ll be able to find a lot of materials in your garden’ SENIOR FEATURES EDITOR
Stephanie Durrant
ALL A BUZZ
Shetland wild bee house, £25, Garden Trading
RUSTIC HOME Woodside house, £16.99, Amazon.co.uk
BEE KIND
Wooden bug and bee house, £32, Laura Ashley
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Make the most of what’s in season with these vibrant dishes, created by our Test Kitchen experts
FRESH & HEALTHY
BAKED GREEK SALAD TAKES 25 MINS SERVES 2 200g feta cheese 1tsp each dried mint and oregano ½ red chilli, deseeded and diced 2tbsp olive oil 1 red onion, thinly sliced Juice of 1 lemon 1tsp salt 1tbsp honey 1tsp sherry vinegar 300g mixed tomatoes, sliced 6cm cucumber, deseeded and sliced 2tbsp black olives 1tbsp each fresh mint and oregano leaves
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Preheat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Slice the feta in half horizontally and put each half onto a foil-lined baking tray, sprinkle over the dried herbs, chilli and 1tbsp olive oil. Roast for 10-12 mins until softened and lightly golden. Meanwhile, toss the sliced onion with the lemon juice and 1tsp salt, set aside for 10 mins to lightly pickle and soften.
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To make the dressing, whisk together the remaining olive oil, honey and sherry vinegar, then season to taste with freshly ground black pepper. Divide the tomatoes, cucumber and olives between 2 plates. Top with the onions, hot feta and fresh herbs. Drizzle over the dressing and serve with warm flatbreads, if you like.
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SALT-BAKED POTATOES WITH HERBS
TAKES 1 HR 15 MINS SERVES 6 AS A SIDE DISH
2kg rock salt Handful of fresh thyme and rosemary sprigs Handful of fresh bay leaves 1kg new potatoes 30-75g unsalted butter, cubed
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TASTY SIDE DISH
BROAD BEAN HOUMOUS
TAKES 10 MINS, PLUS COOLING SERVES 2
Preheat the oven to 200C/Gas 6. Spread one-third of the salt over the base of a medium roasting tin and scatter over half the herbs. Nestle in the potatoes, top with most of the remaining herbs (reserve a few to garnish) and spread the rest of the salt on top to cover every potato. Bake for about 1 hr, until a skewer slides into the centre of the largest potato easily. Remove the potatoes from the salt, brushing off as much as possible, then crush them slightly and put in a serving dish. Finish with as much butter as you dare and garnish with extra herbs.
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SHARING DIP
200g frozen broad beans 2 sprigs ½ small garlic clove, finely fresh mint 1tsp tahini 1tbsp lemon crushed 1tbsp sesame seeds Flatbread juice
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Place the beans in a pan with 200ml lightly salted, boiling water and 1 whole mint sprig. Simmer for 4-5 mins until tender, then drain, reserving the mint and cooking water. Set both aside to cool. Tip the cooled beans into the small bowl of a food processor with the garlic, tahini and lemon juice. Strain 100ml cooking liquid into the food processor, discarding the mint. Blend until almost smooth, adding more cooking liquid if necessary. Season to taste, then scrape into a bowl and sprinkle over the sesame seeds. Serve with toasted flatbreads or vegetable crudités.
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HERB- ROAST CHICKENS
SERVES 8 TAKES 1 HR 40 MINS
Handful of chopped soft herbs, such as chives, dill and flat-leaf parsley 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed 75g salted butter, at room temperature 2 x small (1.2kg) chicken 3 garlic bulbs, halved 5 banana shallots, peeled and cut in half 5 thyme sprigs
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Preheat the oven to 200C/Gas 6. Combine the herbs and half the crushed garlic with the butter and season lightly. Carefully loosen the chicken skin over the breasts and legs. Reserve 1tbsp of the herb butter and divide the rest between the chickens, spreading it evenly under the skin. Put half a garlic bulb in the cavity of each chicken and tie the legs loosely with cooking string. Put the shallots, thyme sprigs and remaining garlic bulb halves in a medium roasting tin and snugly tuck in the chickens. Roast the chickens for 1 hr 10 mins, until golden and the meat is cooked through, covering loosely with foil if the skin appears to be browning too much. Set aside to rest for 20 mins, loosely tented with foil, before carving.
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RESTING THE CHICKEN MEANS THAT IT WILL LOSE LESS JUICES WHEN CUT, MAKING IT TASTIER PEA AND PRAWN CROSTINI MAKES 12 TAKES 15 MINS 250g frozen petits pois, defrosted Juice of ½ lemon 1 garlic clove, Few fresh mint leaves, torn crushed 1tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra Baguette, sliced thinly to drizzle 36 cooked and peeled into 12 slices Handful of fresh pea shoots prawns
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Blitz together the peas, a squeeze of lemon juice, the garlic, mint, oil and seasoning. Chill until ready to serve. Arrange the bread slices on a baking tray and drizzle with oil. Grill until lightly toasted on both sides. Arrange on a serving platter and top each one with a spoonful of pea purĂŠe. Top each crostini with prawns and garnish with pea shoots.
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HAM HOCK, JERSEY ROYALS AND ASPARAGUS TAKES 20 MINS SERVES 4 400g Jersey Royal new potatoes, any larger ones cut in half 1tbsp olive oil 100g green beans, trimmed 150g asparagus 75g mixed radishes, finely sliced 90g lamb’s lettuce 200g cooked shredded ham hock 4tbsp natural yogurt ½tsp English mustard 2tbsp chopped tarragon
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Tip the potatoes into a saucepan with 1tsp salt, cover with cold water and bring to the boil. Turn down the heat and simmer for 10-12 mins, until just cooked through. Drain, toss in the olive oil and set aside. Meanwhile, bring another saucepan of water to the boil with a little salt and cook the green beans for 1 min,
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then add the asparagus for a further 2 mins, until both are just tender. Drain and run under cold water until cooled. Toss the radishes, lettuce, potatoes and cooled veg together. Transfer to a serving plate and top with the ham. To make the dressing, mix the yogurt, mustard and tarragon, then drizzle over the salad. Season well and serve.
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VEGETABLE CREAM CHEESE TART SERVES 4 TAKES 1 HR 15 MINS, PLUS CHILLING 325g ready-rolled puff pastry 1 fennel bulb, thickly sliced 2 red peppers, deseeded and cut into chunks 2 red onions, thickly sliced 2 courgettes, quartered lengthways and cut into chunks 2tbsp olive oil 1 egg yolk, lightly beaten 150g packet garlic and herb cheese (we used Boursin) 2tsp chopped fresh oregano leaves, or 1tsp dried
VEGPACKED
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Preheat the oven to 220C/Gas 7. Unroll the pastry and, with a sharp knife, score a border 1cm inside the edge of the pastry. Score the rim in a criss-cross pattern, then chill the pastry for 20 mins. Put the vegetables into a roasting tin, drizzle over the olive oil and roast for 20 mins. Meanwhile, brush the pastry rim with egg yolk and pierce the central pastry rectangle several times with a fork. Line with baking paper and baking beans. Bake for 15-20 mins until golden. Reduce the heat to 180C/Gas 4. Remove the paper and baking beans. Dot the cheese over the pastry. Arrange the veg on top, season and sprinkle with oregano. Bake for a further 15 mins, then serve.
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PIERCING THE CENTRAL RECTANGLE OF THE PASTRY SHOULD STOP IT PUFFING UP; IF NOT YOU CAN CAREFULLY PUSH IT DOWN AFTER COOKING TO MAKE ROOM FOR THE FILLING
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FROZEN ETON MESS TAKES 15 MINS, PLUS FREEZING SERVES 4 75g frozen raspberries 225g 125g natural yogurt raspberries 500g softened natural frozen 5 meringue nests yogurt
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In a food processor, pulse the frozen raspberries until crushed but still chunky. Remove and blend the fresh raspberries with the natural yogurt until smooth, then gently stir into the softened natural frozen yogurt. Break the meringues into small pieces. Stir most of the meringue into the yogurt mixture, using as few movements as possible. Divide between 4 glasses and freeze for 1 hr. Remove from the freezer 15 mins before serving and top with the crushed raspberries and remaining meringue pieces.
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WHY NOT TRY FINELY CHOPPING UP MINT AND STIRRING IT THROUGH THE FROZEN MIXTURE
PLUM, BASIL AND BLACK PEPPER COOLER
FRUITY FIZZ
TAKES 1 HR MAKES 1 LARGE JUG
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20 ripe but firm plums 450g 1½tbsp whole unrefined caster sugar 2 large handfuls black peppercorns 1 handful fresh fresh basil leaves edible flowers, to serve (optional) 2 handfuls ice cubes Chilled sparkling water, to top up
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Halve, stone and roughly chop 10 of the plums and put them in a pan with the sugar, peppercorns and 500ml water. Bring to the boil, stirring frequently, then simmer for 10 mins. Remove from the heat and stir in a handful of basil leaves. Set aside to steep for 30 mins, then strain through a fine sieve. Cover and chill for up to 3 days until needed. To serve, halve, stone and finely slice the remaining 10 plums and layer in a large glass jug with the remaining basil leaves, ice cubes and borage flowers, if using. Add the syrup and top up with chilled sparkling water to taste.
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INGREDIENTS WE’VE USED & LOVED Belazu Tahini Waitrose Cooks’ Ingredients Ham Hock Iceland Arctic Royal Jumbo King Prawns
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Utter so-fishstication
Bleiker’s Smokehouse smoked salmon, £3 for 100g, Sainsbury’s, Booths, Morrisons and Tesco
We were so impressed with the quality of Bleiker’s Smokehouse smoked salmon, and at £3 a pack it’s very much an affordable luxury. Save for a special brunch and enjoy with poached eggs, toasted muffins and hollandaise sauce to make a fancy eggs royale. We love the flavour of the Yorkshire peat smoked, but those with more adventurous tastes will enjoy the gin, juniper and dill marinated version.
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Dreamy, creamy, coconuty chocolaty deliciousness. The Coconut Collaborative Little Choc Pots, £2.50 for 4 x 45g, Tesco
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Forget the faff, put away the deep-fat fryer. You can store these battered cod fillets in the freezer and whip ’em out for a quick meal. Serve simply with petit pois and oven chips for the ultimate everything-from-thefreezer meal, or for an indulgent sandwich try a cod fillet in a bap with tartare sauce. The latest lighter version has a new batter and contains 45% less saturated fat. Young’s Chip Shop Lighter Large Cod Fillets, £2.75 for 220g, Tesco, Asda and Waitrose
Whether buying groceries online or heading to the shops, these are our favourite finds
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LIGHT AND SWEET Fresh, fruity compote. Bonne Maman Yoghurt with apricot layer, £2.50 for 4 x 125g, Waitrose
RICH AND INDULGENT Satisfies a choc craving. Gü Mousses with ganache, £3.30 for 2 x 70g, Morrisons
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Natural beauties
These delightfully soft sun-dried apricots are darker than most. The reason? They're sulphite free. Producers often add sulphur dioxide to dried fruits to maintain the colour, but these guys taste even more delicious than their bright orange counterparts. They come in individual snack packs, which are perfect for maintaining freshness and keeping them squidgy and super-soft. Massively moreish and packed with flavour, fibre and iron, each little pack contains the equivalent of two portions of your five a day.
Crazy Jack Soft Apricots, £2.50 for 5 x 40g, Sainsbury’s and Ocado
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We love the pops of orange in @pagesofemma’s neutral living room
A garden building is on our wish list, and @spire.cottage’s is a real beauty
@edwardiangoldhome’s house ticks all the style boxes right from the entrance
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Gorgeous use of rich colours in @the_ boys_at_13’s bedroom. That wallpaper!
A pared-back colour palette looks great in a kitchen-diner @home_on_fairfax_
Gallery wall curation at its very best. Props to @cultivateandnest
@myhomestyle_at_no.45’s place has modern-country style nailed
This wall display must have been so much fun to create @thehouseofgeorge
A lesson in how texture brings a neutral bedroom to life from @7from_belmont
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