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‘OUR NEW BUILD CHANGED MY LIFE’ Jessica worked on a blank canvas to create a home filled with glamour… and a new career

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‘I LOVE USING BOLD PATTERNS’ By updating magnolia walls with an array of colour Beth has created a home that’s brimming with personality

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TRY A SPEEDY STYLE UPDATE Fun and simple creative ideas to give your home a refresh

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‘IT JUST FEELS SO MUCH BIGGER!’ A clever room reversal has made Jade’s kitchen bright and roomy

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‘THE WALLPAPER COMPLETES IT’ Panelling, bold colours and a botanical print have given Lucinda’s bathroom the wow factor

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‘I’VE CREATED A HIDDEN GEM’ Sarah’s garden is now the perfect space to work, relax and socialise

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OUTDOOR BRIGHTS Introduce a tropical vibe to your garden

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ON SAFARI Exotic inspiration to satisfy your wanderlust

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ADD FRESH COUNTRY STYLE Seaside elements plus rustic touches

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COOL GREYS Combine with sophisticated white, silver and glass MID-CENTURY MODERN Get the look with kitsch prints and retro colours VINTAGE BISTRO Mix up industrial items with traditional pieces COLOUR POP Use vibrant shades to add standout appeal

99 ESCAPE TO THE MED Sunny touches 109 BRIGHTEN UP YOUR GARDEN Colourful seats for one, two or three!

120 WHERE TO BUY This issue’s stockists

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WASHI GIFT WRAP Get creative with tape to prettify presents THE STYLE BOOK Update your home with beautiful florals MARBLE-LOOK WORKTOPS Go faux for a budget-friendly option WALLPAPER IN THE BATHROOM Ways to make a pattern splash

100 WALL STICKERS Handy wipe-clean chalkboard reminders

102 FIND A SMART SOLUTION Gadgets and buys to make life easier

105 DO IT YOURSELF

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106 THE 10-MINUTE DECLUTTER

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108 OMBRE-EFFECT FENCE Transform wood panels into a fun focal point

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107 MAKE IT YOURSELF The latest craft news and making must-haves

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Paint some old shutters or leftover pieces of wood in rainbow shades to add colour to an outdoor space

Bring a tropical vibe to your garden with Matalan’s new range of outdoor brights.

Get in the holiday mood with jungle print cushions and woven planters and be picnic ready with melamine plates and tumbler sets, and say aloha to a long, hot summer in the sun (we hope!).

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Tropical lunch sack, £8, George Home

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Resin planter on stand, £30; banana seat pad, £14 for two; large floor cushion, £15; scatter cushion, £8; Aloha cushion, £10; pompom cool bag, £14; cactus planter, £25; tumblers, £5 for four; plates, £4 for four, all Matalan

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Combine rich shades of navy and teal with blush pink and gold accents

Grecian influences team up with abstract motifs and a punchy colour palette

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Tilt LED marble table lamp in Black, £75

Cat and Lady framed wall art, £25

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Sweep upholstered double bed frame in Topaz Pink, £699 Gold eye mirror, £25

Show wood four-drawer chest in Jade Green, £499 Lightweight waffle throw in Slate, £35

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Show wood bedside table in Nougat, £199

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Create a rich scheme of colourful Ikat prints, acacia wood and lavish gold inlays

Take influence from the Far East with exotic prints, serene hues and black accents Artificial floorstanding palm, £79

Ikat printed cushion, £12

Nolan armchair, £599

Edison LED Emerald ornament, £15 Opal table lamp, £14

Gold metal planter, £29.50

Ombre throw, £35

Embroidered floral cushion, £20

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Nian cotton digital print duvet, £25-£50

Vienna dressing table, £159

Okan floral throw, £22

Green wire garden lantern, £19

Lantern candle holder, £7.50

Maisie floral cushion, £25

Miller side table, £99

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They may just be too pretty to use, but the Artist Tea Towel collection from Polkra can’t fail to bring happy vibes to the kitchen. Illustrated by artists Sante Maria and Julianna Byrne, we think these cool and colourful designs would look even better in a frame on the wall (and guaranteed to stay stain-free!). £9 each, Polkra

ORIGAMI FURNITURE

It’s the Transformer of garden furniture. This clever bistro set will turn even the tiniest of outside spaces into an al fresco dining spot perfect for two. Simply swing the wall-hung table down and fold the hinged stools in to create a neat little bench – ideal for balconies and small courtyards.

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Wooden bench to bistro set, £80, Argos

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Moya fan, £18, La Redoute

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Bundleberry living wall, £54 for 4 x 50sq cm panels, Amanda Holden at Qvcuk.com

NEW NATURALS

Palm leaf fan, £9, Design Vintage

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Khmer fan, £9.50, Toast

Green screen

Amanda Holden’s tropical brights garden pieces are certainly attention grabbers, but we think the faux living wall is the star of the show. Build a maintenance-free backdrop with the convincing variety of artificial plants, and arrange the sections as a whole wall or stack them to create a vertical garden.

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Lion wall decor, £58, Beaumonde

SUNSET SHADE

Cotton tassel cushion, £7, George Home

LEMON SCENT Sahara small terrazzo citronella candle, £6, Sainsbury’s Home

REACH UP Giraffe plant pot, £17, Albert & Moo

LIGHT UP

Coir table lamp, £58, Very

Trend spotting TAKE A SEAT

Pax rattan dining chair, £169 for two, Dunelm

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nspire wanderlust with this exotic, far-flung trend. Featuring tribal prints and an earthy, terracotta palette, natural materials and woven textures all take centre stage, with animal motifs and prints aplenty.

Artisan influences can be found with handmade vases and baskets, while faux greenery brings some life to the look. Touches of gold introduce a luxe edge, while black keeps it grounded.

TERRACOTTA TOUCH Multi-shape round rug, £39.99, Homesense

WOVEN WONDER

Jazzy storage basket, £45, Lola & Mawu

EXOTIC ELEPHANT

Metallic elephant side table, £109, JD Williams

GLAZED GLORY

HANDCRAFTED

Miva stoneware vase, £32, Artisanti

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COUNTRY STYLE Bring the wild, textural elements of the coast to a classic country look 1. Have a hero piece in blue Add a bolder touch to a soft scheme of traditional country neutrals with a statement dresser, sideboard or pendant shade in a modern grey-blue hue.

Set of three seagrass baskets, £12; Bournemouth dining table, £180; pair of Kentucky chairs, £100; Bournemouth bench, £80; Bournemouth bookcase, £350, all Argos Home

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2. Mix natural textures Gentle colour schemes can look flat, so elevate your country look with cushions and rugs in a variety of smooth, woven and tufted finishes in a palette of blues and off-whites.

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Lyra Metal pendant, £39, Cult Furniture

IN THE WEAVE

Halden Chevron cushion cover, £9.99, Homescapes

3. Hang vintage style artwork Display a mix of painterly still lifes and landscapes to create a cosy, seaside tea-shop vibe.

Mix charity-shop frames for an eclectic look.

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Natura Morta print, £30, King & McGaw

Rustic retreat GET THE LOOK Team denim blues with tons of texture

RUSTIC LOOK

Estuary stacking wicker basket, £14, Sainsbury’s Home

GREEN SPRAY

Smycka Eucalyptus, £2.50, Ikea

TWO-TONE

4. Work in a wide stripe Nothing says coastal like a nautical stripe, and it'll give your relaxed country look a smarter edge. Keep it classic with blue and white, or go rogue with bold scarlet or soft grey stripes.

William fabric three-seater sofa, £500; Barmouth chair in Stripe, £550; Bournemouth tray table, £70; Herringbone throw, £10.56; flatweave rug, from £40; cushions from £8; Moorlands metal shade, £15, all Argos Home

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SOFT SIDE Ivory Slumber Shaggy rug, from £45, Dunelm

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‘To cosy up this north-facing room I went for Rectory White paint from Little Greene Paint Company’

‘I’m letting our TRAD THEME

‘This room was the only one keeping its original features, so we added cafe-style shutters to let light in and show off the pretty windows’

COME ON IN!

ABOUT ME I’m Chloe Roberts, 34, a commercial manager. I live here with my husband Adam, 37, who works in marketing, and our son Hector, two.

OUR HOME An Edwardian four-bed semi-detached house in east London. We moved here in 2017.

WHEN WE MOVED IN We loved the location, but the layout felt dark and disjointed, and didn’t work for us.

AND NOW We’ve created an open-plan kitchen, dining and living space that’s now the hub of the home. We also raised the upstairs ceilings into the loft space, so the house feels light, airy and spacious.

STYLE TIP Think about how you will use the space. We debated long and hard about a utility and downstairs loo, both of which have turned out to be essential with a little one.

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EDWARDIAN SEMI

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STYLE EVOLVE’

Renovating their semi-detached gave Chloe and Adam a blank canvas to create a family home that’s stylish and functional

IDEA TO STEAL

‘Brighten up an unused fireplace with vases or baskets filled with greenery’

T

his house ticked all the boxes,’ says Chloe, of the first time she and her husband Adam viewed the four-bedroom semi in east London.

‘We loved the large hallway and view of the garden as soon as you walked in, plus the house is in a quiet cul-de-sac, with off-street parking, good transport links to the centre of town and two high streets for shopping nearby, and the back garden looks out on to open grassland. However, we knew it would require a fair bit of work and investment to get the layout and interior working exactly the way we wanted it.

Making plans The idea was for us to move up the housing ladder ahead of starting a family.

We wanted the next move to be for at least five to 10 years, so it needed to suit all our future plans. We weren’t averse to a project, either, having previously renovated our two-bed flat. Although we could see the potential of this house, we kept an open mind at first and still carried on looking at other properties, but our thoughts kept on returning to it… we just had to view it one more time. As soon as we walked in, both of us could imagine ourselves here, even though the layout and decor at the time wasn’t right for us.

Reworking the layout

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We moved in during March 2017 and had originally planned to live in the house for a few months before hiring architect, Peter Lancaric, to design a replacement side extension. But just a couple of weeks after moving in, we found out I was expecting Hector, so we had to get started on making changes straight away!

The property had been a family home for 50 years, but didn’t reflect the way our generation now lives. We wanted the living, dining and cooking space to be

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘Keep continuity – a trio of pendants is mirrored by a trio of wall lights’

SOCIABLE SPACE

‘Not having room for a full island, we went for a peninsula to create a room divide between the kitchen and dining area’

‘TO BALANCE THE USE OF BLACK BRICKS, GO LIGHT ELSEWHERE – ASH FLOORING AND PALE GREY UNITS HELP TO MAINTAIN A LIGHT, AIRY SPACE’ really sociable, while still being functional. The architects helped with suggested layouts and ideas to better utilise the entire space. Our project was relatively simple, but it was their involvement and advice which made the most of the house and created much more usable space. I would definitely say, never underestimate the impact of a good architect, especially if you are significantly changing the layout.

Black and white theme The new extension was combined with the old lounge and kitchen to create one large communal family space, as well as a small utility and loo. It’s been a huge success, making this space our favourite part of the house and where

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we spend most time as a family. When the side wall came out, we could see how big the living area was going to be, which was great. We opted to bring the black bricks – which form the back of the house along with white render – into the living area as an alternative to using reclaimed brick. Seeing the black brickwork go up was a real high; it made our riskiest decision so worth it.

This then laid the foundations for the monochrome theme that continued throughout the rest of the house.

Utilising the space Another big project was in the hallway where the open-tread staircase was moved from the centre of the house to the party wall. This was a fairly big

PLANT POWER

‘Carefully placed greenery punctuates the monochrome theme’

3 of the best

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BRIGHT START

Hello Sunshine neon wall light, £59.99, Lights4Fun

DREAM ON

Neon light, £29, The Conran Shop

SIGN OF THE TIMES

Personalised neon letter light, £19.99 each, The LetterRoom at Notonthehighstreet.com

BLANK CANVAS

‘We stripped out the busy floral carpet and laid parquet in the hallway’

Why it works

‘The classic kitchen design is a great contrast to the uber-modern black brick wall and furniture.’

SENIOR FEATURES

Stephanie Durrant

EDITOR

POLISHED LOOKS

‘Brass handles and fittings add a smart touch to the simple and classic Shaker kitchen’

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decision, but gave us much more usable space, so we felt in the long term it would be worth it – even though it meant having to move out for six weeks. So we were nomads for a while, despite me being eight months pregnant.

With hindsight, I wouldn’t undertake a renovation again while pregnant – although it definitely gave us motivation to finish as soon as possible!

Boosting light levels

Upstairs the work wasn’t too major. The old bathroom was rather cramped, so we extended it slightly into the adjoining

nursery, so we could make it larger and create our dream bathroom. Having used part of the nursery space, we then decided to raise the ceiling into the loft, making the room double height and installing a roof light. A glazed panel above the door helps to utilise this light to illuminate the stairs and landing. We ended up having to order light fittings over and over as we kept getting the wrong ones – this was because we created sloped ceilings when we opened up the loft area. There were so many decisions to make. Although we gave ourselves enough time to research

‘ADDING FITTED WARDROBES WILL KEEP THE ROOM FEELING CALM AND DECLUTTERED – PAINT THEM TO MATCH YOUR BEDROOM COLOUR SCHEME’

COMPACT CHOICE

‘I’d been looking for a minimal dressing table and the Alana from Made.com fitted the bill perfectly’

STORAGE WALL

‘We painted the fitted wardrobes in French Grey from Little Greene, which shows off the detail’

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Why it works

SEASONAL STYLE-UP

IDEA TO STEAL

‘Combining various shades of green adds depth and interest in the bedroom.’

‘The neutral base colour means we can change up the bedding and cushions, depending on the season’

‘Save on bedside table space by choosing slimline lamps without bulky shades’

EXECUTIVE EDITOR

Heather Young

STRIKING FEATURE

Do it! STENCIL STAIRS

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Measure your stair riser and source a stencil where the full portion of the design will fit the space – it may need to be trimmed to fit.

Start with a test piece. Use a card template the same size as the riser and try out the placement of your design, checking the spacing, and practise applying the paint.

Mask off any surrounding areas with decorator’s tape. Paint your base coat – if using chalk paint, there’s no need to paint a primer. Once dry, paint a second coat.

Next, tape your stencil in place using low-tack tape to hold it

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‘Tiling the stair risers ended up being a lot cheaper than a carpet runner’

steady. Start in the centre of the stair riser and work your way out to either edge, using the markers supplied on the stencil to line up the repeat.

Using a stencil brush or small dense foam roller, apply your top coat colour. Build up layers gradually, applying light pressure to avoid paint seepage and messy edges. The stronger the finish, the more layers you apply.

Remove the stencil. Use a detail brush to neaten edges. Once dry, coat with a sealant wax or varnish.

Check out Annie Sloan and Dizzy Duck Designs for both stencil designs and brushes and sponge rollers.

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RUSTIC EDGE

‘We exposed one wall back to brick and went with a fun wallpaper print on another’

Do it!

EXPOSED BRICKWORK

Revealing the original bricks can be a bold look and will be the focal point of the room, so keep to just one section of wall, such as a chimney breast or inside alcoves.

If you’re doing the work yourself, you’ll need to use a hammer and trowel to take off the plaster. It’s best to drill a test hole first to check the colour of bricks and what condition they’re in.

Next, use a stiff brush to remove excess plaster or cement and then vacuum the wall. Brickwork will only need sealing if it’s to be in a moisture-prone kitchen or bathroom, as sealing will alter the colour and look of brickwork and can’t be reversed.

As an alternative, consider faking it with brick slips, which are thin sections of brick that are glued onto the wall just like tiles.

Faux brick-effect wallpaper can also look quite convincing, too.

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘A wall-to-wall mirror maximises the feeling of space in a smaller bathroom’

HOTEL CHIC

‘We kept the tiles simple and spent the budget on the brassware and concrete sink’

‘FITTING A WALL-MOUNTED TOILET IS A STYLISH AND PRACTICAL SOLUTION IN A SMALL BATHROOM’

Forward thinking

HIGH LIFE

‘Raising the ceiling into the loft and making the room double height creates a spacious feel’

‘Interesting finishes and textures, such as exposed brick and brushed gold, warm up the monochrome scheme Chloe has chosen without detracting from its smart, modern vibe.’

HOUSES EDITOR

Ruth Corbett

In terms of further improvements, we’ll keep building on each of the rooms.

We started with a fairly simple, neutral scheme, which we can develop as we live in it and let our style grow organically. As for a larger project, we plan to decorate the cellar one day. It’s a large, deep area and wouldn’t take much to create great storage. With that in mind, we didn’t put the loo under the stairs so we could extend the stairs down into the cellar, if necessary. But at the moment, this house is just perfect for us and we have no plans to move any time soon!’

Find more clever ideas to style up your home by going to pinterest.com/ styleathomemag

Where to buy Chloe’s style ROCKETT ST GEORGE Individual and interesting pieces to liven up a monochrome scheme.

IKEA Clever storage solutions that can be adapted to suit your needs without too much expense.

WAYFAIR Good for a full house renovation as they offer a whole range of great-value functional items.

ALDI Great for stylish but inexpensive home buys such as lamps, plants and candles… though you have to be quick to nab them before they’re gone.

EBAY Set alerts for items that you need – you can get some fantastic bargains from other people’s building projects. Return the favour when you’ve finished your project by selling unused items from your renovation.

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what we wanted, there was still some decision fatigue towards the end. But it was totally the right call to raise the ceilings – it has made the rooms feel so much more spacious.

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£20

A sketch design injects a little tropical fun. Kyoto cushion, DEBENHAMS

£25

Mount this mirror with hinges to hide jewellery behind it.

Nissedal mirror, IKEA

£99

£23

A boho update on a dressing table seat.

Palu rattan stool, URBANARA

Supersized for foodie essentials.

Cylindrical storage jar, RECHIC

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SOFT MONO MIX While black and white is key to this style, wood, plants and textured fabric add soft contrast

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hloe may have chosen a minimal palette of black, white and grey for her interior scheme, but by keeping the base materials exposed – such as the brick wall and wooden floors – she’s created a contrasting warmth.

She’s also used the same principles to choose her furniture and accessories – minimal modern shapes, black metal and brass accents are met with soft contrasts of velvet, shaggy sheepskins, plenty of lush plants and rattan.

£25

Use hanging plants to add layers of texture.

Macramé hanging planter, OLIVER BONAS

£10

Work in textiles with thick weaves and tassels. Elements basket, DUNELM

£65.99

An exotic alternative to prints. Feather wall décor in Light Brown, BELIANI

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HANG PRETTY

SOFT MONO MIX

£85

Buy it

£34.99

This classic light looks great in multiples. Barfly pendant, LOAF

Create staggered levels of interest with a hairpin planter, VERY

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£5.12

Look to the future.

Printable calendar, THE PRINTABLE STUDIO AT ETSY

£249

Go for a mix of statement chairs.

Bronte armchair, CULT FURNITURE

£110

Ideal for a tight corner. Lene Bjerre Mariko floor lamp, SWEETPEA & WILLOW

£25

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Layer on seats for added ahh factor.

Skold sheepskin, IKEA

£149

Sublimely slimline for small spaces.

Alana dressing table, MADE

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Prop up the breakfast bar in style. Black rattan bar chairs, MANO MANO

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Prettify brown paper packages with strips of decorative tape. Instead of ribbon, try wrapping two contrasting designs around your gift for an off-centre cross. Make coordinating gift tags by adding strips of tape to the edge of plain tags and tie to your present.

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‘Our new build IDEA TO STEAL

IN BLOOM

‘I love having flowers around, either faux or fresh. They add colour and bring any room to life’

COME ON IN!

ABOUT ME I’m Jessica Turner, 29, an interior stylist (@inside.number2).

I live with my partner Matt, 30, and our daughter Olivia, four.

MY HOME A three-bed detached new build in Wymondham, Norfolk.

We moved here in November 2016.

WHEN WE MOVED IN The kitchen and bathrooms were fitted and the floors were laid, but the walls were white, there were no light fittings and the garden was mostly mud.

AND NOW I’ve decorated every room with tranquil greys and glam accessories. We’ve laid a patio and added seating, so the garden is like an extension of the house.

STYLE TIP An ottoman bed is a great solution if you’ve got limited space but need extra storage.

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‘Glam up a neutral colour scheme with mirrored glass and metallic accessories’

DETACHED NEW BUILD

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changed MY LIFE’ TONE ON TONE

‘We’ve had our simple, pale grey sofas a while and I knew they’d suit this house. The dark grey velvet chair dials up the colour scheme’

Jessica discovered a knack for beautiful, budget-friendly interiors as she remodelled her blank new build into an inviting, glamorous home

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efore it was even built, Jessica felt certain she’d love her new house. ‘The design is virtually identical to the home I grew up in, so I knew it would feel comfortable and familiar, and the space would flow well,’ says Jessica.

‘Matt and I had viewed quite a few houses before a friend, who was buying on this development, suggested we came to have a look.

‘We were keen on a new build because I think they’re good value and we could benefit from the Help to Buy scheme.

This house is on a corner plot, so it’s got a lovely big garden. It’s a bit quirky and different from most of the others we’d been to see and I just fell in love with it.

Off-plan plans We were buying off-plan, and once we’d reserved the property, Matt and I, and our baby daughter Olivia, all moved in with Matt’s parents. They kindly let us stay for several months, while the house was built. It was tricky at times not having our own space, but it was worth it as it meant we could save hard for all the final touches and things we’d need.

Decision time

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In the months leading up to moving-in day, there were so many decisions to make. We had to choose our carpets, flooring, kitchen cabinets and worktops, and bathroom suites and tiles, all from a huge catalogue. The most challenging aspect was getting the look we wanted within our budget. The house price included standard kitchen and bathroom fixtures, with the option to pay extra and upgrade to more interesting or higher-spec choices. Matt and I are

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DETACHED NEW BUILD

quite organised, so we knew what we could afford and we managed to stay nicely on budget with our selection until it came to the kitchen. We just didn’t like any of the cabinets in our price range.

Eventually we agreed we’d go for some pricier, but much more stylish, white units and wood-look work surfaces that we really liked. It was worth stretching our finances, as the kitchen-diner is such a hard-working room, and it’s where we spend most of our time.

Clever compromise The trade-off was probably the bathrooms, where we decided to install the most inexpensive fixtures

and tiles. They look fine and they do the job perfectly well, but style-wise I’d love to change them at some point in the future for something more interesting.

LIGHTEN UP

‘A half-glazed door spreads light around the house and makes the space feel bigger’

Sophisticated glamour All the walls were painted white before we moved in, so the house seemed quite stark and empty at first. To be honest, I’d never really given interiors much thought before, but once I had my own home I started scrolling through Pinterest and Instagram, looking at how other people had decorated similar properties, and putting together my own mood boards.

My interest has grown so much that I’d say that dressing my home is now my

‘IF YOU’RE ON A TIGHT BUDGET, REARRANGE A ROOM TO REFRESH WHAT YOU ALREADY HAVE’

CURVE APPEAL

‘There’s no window on this wall so my arched mirror lights up the space’

BRIGHT ENTRANCE

‘I’ve used mirrors and shiny, reflective surfaces to bounce light around the hall and really emphasise that lovely feeling of space as you come in’

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Why it works

STYLE AT HOME SAYSÉ ‘Jessica’s well-considered blend of soft, gentle colours gives her home a calm feel.’

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MIRRORED PIECES

If you’re in a reflective mood, these high-shine pieces are for you!

Glendale glass mirrored table lamp, £46.99, Studio Mitre edged mirror, £52.99, Wayfair

Parisian mirrored dressing table, £199, Very

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number one hobby! I quickly discovered that greys are my go-to palette. I’ll layer up dark and light tones with lots of white, and add a few cushions or some faux flowers for a hint of soft pink, violet or green to lift things. I tend to shy away from bold colour though, and prefer to work in different textures like velvets, linens and knits to create interest.

I like my home to feel calm and grown up, with a smooth flow from room to room.

My look is definitely quite glamorous too, and I think that works well in a brand-new, pristine house. I love smart, eye-catching lighting, strong accessories and shiny, reflective elements like polished chrome, glass and mirrors.

Evolving interior style

Apart from our sofas and Olivia’s bedroom furniture, we didn’t bring that much with us, so I’ve had a good excuse for some shopping since we moved! We started with good-value Ikea basics,

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LAYER NEUTRALS Choose a colour scheme in hues of soft grey and off-white as a starting point – combining three or four similar shades and keeping to them throughout your home will create a harmonious feel.

Mix in natural textures to add depth and interest to your neutral scheme. Stripped wood, linen, rattan and wool are good options to consider.

A soft accent colour, such as blush pink or sage green, works well for a gentle, sophisticated look. Black will add a smart edge and a bolder hue will bring energy.

‘FOR A QUICK KITCHEN CABINET UPDATE, SPRAY-PAINT BLACK HANDLES SILVER, TO MAKE THEM LOOK SO MUCH MORE MODERN’

NATURAL EFFECT

‘We chose wood-look worktops, so there’s continuity with the flooring’

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IDEA TO STEAL

LIGHT TOUCH

‘Slender chrome chair legs reflect light and let you see beyond, so the space feels open and uncluttered’ STYLISH TOUCH

‘The wall tiles were an afterthought, but I’m so pleased we added them.

The room was a bit bland and they really lifted it’

‘I think lighting is very important for setting the mood. These big pendants really make the dining area’

Why it works

STYLE AT HOME SAYSÉ ‘The over-sized clock and pendant lights by the table help to draw the eye, and turn the dining area into a focal point.’

DECORATING EDITOR

Nicky Phillips

INSIDE OUT

‘I’m so happy with how the dining area links to the garden. It’s a great entertaining space, and familyfriendly, too’

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IDEA TO STEAL

PATTERN PLAY

‘Frame a wallpaper offcut to echo the pattern around the room’

‘I don’t generally go for bold patterns, but I love the elegant, floral feel of this wallpaper and it’s only on one wall, so it’s not overpowering’

FORWARD PLANNING

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CHOOSE A NEW BED

Depending on your style and look, choose either a divan, which is usually upholstered and may incorporate storage drawers, or a wood or metal bedstead that will suit your scheme.

A divan may have a sprung base, whereas a bedstead will probably have a slatted or woven wire base. Buy your mattress at the same time, so the two work together.

Most mattresses are pocket-sprung, but

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new-generation latex and foam options are becoming more popular.

The only way to decide what’s right for you is to try them out.

Shop with your partner and lie on the bed for at least 10 minutes to check it’s comfy and big enough.

If you’re buying online, look for suppliers offering a 100-day trial period.

A statement headboard can be the focal point of the room. Choose a large, padded one for hotel chic.

Why it works

STYLE AT HOME SAYSÉ ‘Texture – from velvet to chunky knit – creates interest in Jessica’s bedroom.’

HOUSES EDITOR

Ruth Corbett

‘The beige ensuite isn’t really me, but I’ve got some ideas for glamming it up with marble-look tiles and a few new accessories’

DETACHED NEW BUILD

like simple white shelves and a TV unit.

They look smart but didn’t cost that much.

As my confidence has grown, my style’s evolved. I’ve become more adventurous, using wallpapers in the bedrooms and investing in a fabulous upholstered bed that makes a real statement and has useful storage underneath.

I’m always looking for deals, too.

One of my best buys is the mirrored coffee table in the lounge, which I picked up in a sale for just £75 – an absolute steal! I was struggling at first with the look of the kitchen, which was very white and just wasn’t quite working for me.

Instagram pictures gave me the idea of adding some darker grey to the

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scheme, and as soon as I painted the radiator cover, it grounded the room and transformed it. I’m definitely a have-a-go sort of person, so by the time Matt got home, I’d painted our wooden dining table dark grey too, and the whole space had come together.

A life change

I feel I’ve learnt so much since we moved here. It’s even led to a career change, as I’m now styling interiors for my brother’s construction company. I’ve certainly found my passion – whenever anyone says they like my look, or that they’ve picked up an idea from me for their own home, that gives me a real buzz.’

‘PROPPING A MIRROR BEHIND THE BEDSIDE LAMP IS A REALLY SIMPLE WAY TO BOOST LIGHT AND MAKE AN IMPACT’

B&Q Take advantage of the free kitchen design appointment – to create a kitchen that’s similar to Jessica’s, put the white Chilton cabinets with the Oakwood Mix work surfaces.

CULT FURNITURE Great for affordable furniture, lights and accessories inspired by timeless, mid-century classic design.

ARGOS Colourful, luxury-look velvet upholstered beds and furniture at keen prices.

MELODY MAISON Shop here for great-value mirrors and pretty mirrored furniture.

QUICK FIX

‘I’d like to revamp this room, but for now I’ve put a pinky tone on one wall and hung pictures to add personality’

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Where to buy Jessica’s style

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£60.95

£2.99

Make a statement on your wall. Extra-large Silver skeleton clock, WINDSOR BROWNE

Bring some easy-care florals into your home.

Faux hydrangea, HOMESENSE

£1

Add some seasonal scent. Basil & lime lidded candle, POUNDLAND

Buy Jessica’s style…

COOL GREYS

Shades of grey paired with white, silver and touches of glass combine to create this smart family home

GLAM GLASS

£289.99

Add some chic furniture.

Stiletto mirror coffee table, MY FURNITURE

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£77.95

Bounce natural light around.

Large arched metal window mirror, MELODY MAISON

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essica’s new-build home already has a light and airy feel to it, but she’s enhanced this further by choosing grey, white and mirrored furniture to reflect the light. Adding in chrome and glass accessories creates a luxe finish.

She’s then softened the look with smart velvet cushions in complementary blush pink, sage green and dark berry tones. Choosing a statement bed has given her bedroom a glamorous, boudoir vibe, while layered bedding reflects boutique hotel style. Flowers, both fresh and faux, add a pretty, feminine charm.

£55

Lightweight but super sturdy.

Stylo dining chair, DANETTI

COOL GREYS

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£39

Bring light to a dull, dark corner. Chrome floor lamp, WAYFAIR

Hang a trio of lights in the kitchen.

Dana glass pendant, CULT FURNITURE

£46

Add some pattern to walls. Framed art print , ABSTRACT HOUSE

SWEET SHAPES

£6

Fake the real thing. Faux potted orchid, PRIMARK

£349

Go to sleep in style.

Cranford velvet double bed frame, ARGOS

£24

Cosy up the sofa or a bed Purple velvet cushion, MINT & MAY

£24.99 Pop a candle inside. Tall silver lantern, TK MAXX

£23.50 for four

Match your crockery to your scheme. Silver dots mugs, NOT JUST JUGS

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TRINKET DISHES

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White air-drying clay, £3.75 for 1kg, Hobbycraft.

Rust-Oleum Painter’s Touch multipurpose paint in White, Candy Pink and Black gloss, from £2 for 20ml, B&Q

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Fun splatter pattern

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Makeit Roll out air-drying clay and gently press into a saucer so it takes on its shape.

Once firm, carefully remove and leave to dry. Paint with several coats of white gloss craft paint. Once dry, paint half with pink gloss and splatter with black paint.

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BRIGHTEN UP

‘I layered my DFS sofa with jewelcoloured cushions’

‘I love using

COME ON IN!

ABOUT ME I’m Beth Ballard, 39, previously a visual display designer.

I now care for my son Ned, who has autism. I live here with Ned, six, and my husband Dave, 42, a student services co-ordinator.

OUR HOME A three-bedroom semidetached property built in 1926, in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. We bought the property in April 2015.

WHEN WE MOVED IN Visually it wasn’t us at all – paisley wallpaper and very little character. But I liked the garden, it had a nice feel.

AND NOW The interior is decorated with a mix of my love of mid-century modern and 60s/70s kitschy decor.

STYLE TIP If you’re stuck for inspiration, look to your wardrobe for the colours you like to wear – do you like patterns or plain clothes?

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BOLD PATTERNS’ BE BOLD

‘I used a strong printed wallpaper on the chimney breast, but left the rest of the room fresh white’

Channelling her love of mid-century modern design, Beth has created a home that’s full of personality and style

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eing priced out of anything in London (even a garage!), we decided to move away, to be able to provide a more stable future for my son Ned, who has autism,’ says Beth. ‘We were both lucky enough to get job transfers to West Yorkshire, and I knew Wakefield vaguely, having visited for work previously.

‘I’d moved house a lot as a child, so the concept of relocating was very normal to me, and just deciding one day to move to Wakefield didn’t seem odd. I’m fortunate that Dave, who had never moved far from his family home, is very easy-going.

Finding our new home

This was the first of 11 properties I saw over a weekend of viewings. It had such a lovely feel, and I could see beyond the boring magnolia walls and lack of character. As we were making the step from rented accommodation to buying our own home, my wish list was realistic; I just wanted three bedrooms, some garden space, and to be situated in a nice area. This house seemed to tick all those boxes, and I knew it was a project we could do on our own terms, to turn it into a fantastic family home.

Making it our own

Once a specialist builder had done some of the basic renovation, including rewiring the electrics, we set about decorating. To start with it was just a case of overriding the existing decor in neutral shades, turning every room into a blank canvas while we decided what look we wanted to go for. I have one regret and that’s not redoing the plumbing when we first moved in.

The radiators drive me mad as they’re proportionally wrong for the rooms, as do the knocking pipes under the floorboards.

However, we’ve got used to it and it wasn’t on our initial budget list.

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‘The dining room is one of my favourite spaces – the flooring looks original, but it’s laminate from B&Q that we laid ourselves’

IDEA TO STEAL

‘Mix and match colourful and pattered cushions for an eclectic feel’

‘SCOUR SITES LIKE FREECYCLE – I WAS THRILLED TO FIND AN ERCOL SOFA FOR FREE THAT LOOKS AMAZING AFTER A GOOD DOSE OF TLC’ Style on a shoestring

Our budget for the whole house was minimal, so we did most of the work ourselves, which meant it took longer than expected. The front room was the first we tackled, so that once that room was finished we’d have somewhere to escape to and switch off in the evenings.

After that we headed into the dining room and fitted the B&Q laminate flooring ourselves, which we’re really proud of.

I love the pattern; it almost looks like original wood flooring. We’ve not got the budget at the moment to extend the kitchen – ideally I’d like a skylight – so we did a mini-makeover on the space by covering the old cupboard doors with Fablon, and fitting new worktops and

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tiles, which I did myself. It’s not ideal but it works for now. Ned’s room was easy as we just added his favourite colours, which makes it a bright space for him to enjoy.

Cheats and tricks

The landing and staircase were my last project and I wanted something different. The idea for using book pages to decorate with came from an Instagrammer, @starrybecky, who had done something similar. The end result was worth the 10 months it took me to finish, and cost very little. The bathroom was a complete revamp we did after our new boiler leaked. We hired trades to fit the suite and tile the walls as it was such a big job. We have awful walls and while

GO GREEN

‘I love plants and try to keep as many in the house as possible'

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RETRO WALLPAPERS

Add some vintage charm FLOWER POWER

Kukkia, £45 a roll, Scion

RISE AND SHINE Metroland, £50 a roll, Mini Moderns

GO GEO

Retro Block Geo, £9 a roll, Next Home

STYLE MIX-UP

‘I've balanced the retro Ercol chairs with a modern table I bought from Ikea’

IN THE FRAME

‘A gallery wall is such a good way to inject your own personality’

Why it works

STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘Beth’s used a vibrant yellow throughout the space to pull the eclectic look together.’

DECORATING EDITOR

IN THE HALL

‘These shoe cabinets from Ikea are narrow and don’t take up too much space, yet they are so functional’

Nicky Phillips

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CHILD’S PLAY

‘I’ve framed some of Ned’s artwork that we can easily change when he’s on to his next project!’

CUPBOARD LOVE

SPICE IT UP

‘I found this wallpaper in my old display props and used it on the wall behind the spice racks’

‘With such a tight budget I used Fablon sheets to re-cover the kitchen cabinets, then fitted new handles’

‘IF REPLASTERING ISN’T AN OPTION,USE ANAGLYPTA TO COVER A MULTITUDE OF WALL SINS, WHILE ADDING TEXTURE TO A BLANK SPACE’ the dream is skimming or knocking off plaster to start again, our budget didn’t stretch to this. Instead we used Anaglypta which is very cost-effective and it helps cover a multitude of wall sins, while adding texture. I was nervous when I put it up in the hallway, but I love how it transformed the space; likewise in our master bedroom, it’s all painted one colour, but the woven paper adds just a touch of texture and helps avert eyes from bumpy walls.

Choosing mid-century

My love of the mid-century modern look is definitely inspired by my grandparents’ homes, which were brimming with teak furniture and bold patterns, and full of

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colour. I ve always been drawn to that look when decorating my own space, and although I was conscious that my 60s/70s kitschy decor preference wasn’t really in keeping with the age of the house, I wanted our home to reflect our personality. As a result, we’ve added to the eclectic furniture we already had and simply ignored the period the house was built in. That didn’t mean ripping out original features, but just not being restricted by them. We then introduced modern touches to get a balance that’s right for us.

Taking our time

My biggest piece of advice when taking on a house revamp is to take

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IDEA TO STEAL

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‘Arrange plates and bowls in one colour on the wall for a fun kitchen display’

HANG PLATES

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If you have a collection of plates you’d like to display, make templates by putting the plates on paper, drawing around the circumference and then cutting them out. Use your templates to plan your layout – you can stick them onto the wall with masking tape and rearrange them until you’re happy with how it looks.

As a rule of thumb, to make the most effective display, keep the gaps between the plates the same distance and choose an odd number of plates to hang.

Use a drill to make a hole in the wall through each paper template. Pop a Rawlplug into each hole, then twist in a screw, leaving it proud of the wall so you can hang the plate.

Remove the paper templates.

Pop the plates into wire plate hangers and hang on the wall from the hooks at the back.

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Why it works

‘We gave the kitchen an update by fitting new tiles and a new worktop’

STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘Beth’s kitchen may be small, but it’s packed to bursting with character.’

STYLE EDITOR

COLOUR HIT

‘I painted the banister in a yellow, that I picked out from the wall’

Michela Colling

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RESTFUL PLACE

‘I wanted a calming bedroom colour and based the room around the curtains, which I dip-dyed myself’

‘CHANNEL YOUR CLOTHES FOR INTERIOR INSPIRATION – IF YOU LIKE BOLD PATTERNED DRESSES LET THAT TRANSLATE INTO YOUR DECOR CHOICES’

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SHOP VINTAGE

Before you set off, make sure you have measurements of where the furniture will be positioned.

Look for potential – if there is repairable damage that won’t cost a fortune to fix or a sturdy framed armchair that can be reupholstered, it could still be cheaper than buying new.

Flea markets and car boot fairs can turn up a gem. Find a flea market near you using fleamarket. com or antiques-atlas.com Set up alerts for particular items on eBay and Gumtree to receive notifications when similar items come up. Keep an eye on sites like Freecycle and Freegle for local finds.

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STEP UP

‘I’ve used pages from an old floral book – I cut each one out, then pasted it to the walls and stairs’

ON DISPLAY

‘The wall rack shows off artwork and postcards from our travels'

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Where to buy Beth’s style SAINSBURY’S HOME This is Beth’s favourite high-street option where she gets quite a few bits. ‘I think they have some great ranges and the prices are very affordable,’ she says. The Living ceramic planter with wooden legs, like Beth’s, costs just £18.

B&Q For designer-style flooring with a mid-century feel check out Natural Oak parquet-effect laminate flooring, £33.48 for 1.8sq m pack. It has a simple click system, so is easy to fit yourself.

FURNITURE VILLAGE Beth’s vintage sideboard was inherited from her grandparents and works with her style. The Nathan Shades two-door sideboard is similar and costs £1,019.

ALL WHITE

‘We went for a monochrome scheme for the bathroom, which had to be replaced after a huge leak’

STORY TIME

Why it works

STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘Beth’s confident combination of modern and vintage gives her home a unique look that’s fun and vibrant.’

FEATURES EDITOR

Holly Walsh

‘The picture shelves make a great place for Ned’s books’

your time. Don’t worry if you do make a mistake; sometimes an idea is great in your mind and less so in reality, but don’t live with it if it doesn’t make you happy.

I’m definitely one for mix and match; it makes our home feel authentic. I don’t often buy new furniture – instead I’ll scour local charity furniture stores and Gumtree for things. Yes, I’d love new beds, but we don’t need them, so we make things work. I think my biggest joy was the free Ercol sofa in our sitting room that I got from Freecycle. They even delivered it to my house. I spent £320 on new webbing and cushions, but it was still a bargain.

I love living here and am proud of what we’ve achieved on such a small budget.

I’m also lucky to have inherited some great things from my grandparents and I’m glad to give them a home for years to come.’

Find more clever ideas to style up your home by going to pinterest.com/ styleathomemag

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MINI MODERNS If you want kitsch, colourful wallpaper and accessories then this is the shop for you! The Whitby wallpaper in Lidon used in Beth’s spare room is priced at £45 a roll and really packs a punch on any feature wall.

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£50 a roll

Go whimsical on walls.

Mini Moderns Moordale, JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS

£20

£40

Add colour in bright or shady spots with wilt-free faux greenery.

Plant in Gold stand, PRIMARK

Source a vintage mirror with elegant angles.

Wall hanging mirror, DUNELM

Buy Beth’s style…

MID-CENTURY MODERN

Combine kitsch prints, retro finds and classic shapes

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eth’s love of mid-century style has heavily inspired the décor of her semi-detached property. Plenty of bold pattern and colour brings each space to life, embracing a retro colour palette of mustard, orange and teal.

Bold scenic wallpaper on a chimney breast sets the scene, while eclectic artwork, textured accessories and a mix of vintage and modern furniture creates a cheery family space.

AGELESS STYLE

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Put your feet up.

Linen knitted cotton pouffe, HOMESCAPES

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£12

Create a cosy feel with embellished cushions.

Woven textured stripe cushion, MATALAN

MID-CENTURY MODERN

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£39.99

Rest tired feet and legs on a fun and fluffy perch.

Vincent faux fur foot stool, WAYFAIR

£46

Group together artisan finds.

Aegia Turquoise vase, ARTISANTI

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£6.95

£899

Create a feature wall of mismatched artwork with a vintage vibe.

Vinyl Junkie poster, FOX & VELVET AT JUNIQE

Pick a family sofa with sleek lines and tapered legs.

Zinc Express four-seater sofa, DFS

£90

Combine sleek shapes and deep shades.

Tripod walnut wooden table lamp, HABITAT

£995

Invest in a beautiful dark wood cabinet brimming with style.

Vince walnut threedoor mid-century sideboard, HABITAT

£119

A Berber rug is a classic choice for adding pattern to a neutral floor.

Freda rug, MADE

£43.90

Make calls in style with a retro phone.

Wild & Wolf 746 phone in Swedish Green, RED CANDY

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3D PAPER CACTI

Craft Essentials A4 card, £3.75 for 20 sheets, Hobbycraft

THIS MONTHÕS

Makeit Fold three sheets of card in half lengthways and glue one half of each sheet to the next to form a 3D card. Draw a cacti shape on each side and cut out. Draw on some needles and create flowers from tissue paper.

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Stand in colourful pots

THE STYLE BOOK

BEAUTIFUL FLORALS

From bold blooms and vintage ditsy prints to midnight blossoms and bright painterly motifs, there’s a floral pattern to suit your room scheme

Pull out and keep!

Make bold, painterly florals in a contemporary palette of blue and yellow feel timeless with cool creams and classic furniture

Save space with slim ladder shelving

the STYLE RULES PAINT IN A DARK SHADE Light and bright rooms with high ceilings can take dark wall colours without making the space feel too closed in. Pick on-trend deep blue paint and offset with white skirting boards and window frames.

PICK OVERSIZED FLORALS Add wow with bold floral print Roman blinds. Use leftover fabric to make co-ordinating cushions that will add pattern to a classic cream

sofa. Pops of sunshine yellow lift the scheme and create contrast.

FURNISH WITH CLASSIC PIECES Try a chic coffee table with turned legs and a trestle side table in washed wood. Accessorise with glazed ceramic vases and jugs filled with seasonal flowers.

CONTRAST DARK WALLS Lay a light textured carpet in natural seagrass, sisal or jute – perfect for high traffic family spaces.

Classic BLUES

Combine deep shades with oversized blooms

THE FABRIC

Giverny in Lagoon/ Amber, £52m, Harlequin at Style Library

THE WALLPAPER

G67512 Kitchen Recipes collection, £26.95 a roll, Galerie Wallcoverings

THE PAINT

Woad Absolute matt emulsion, £47 for 2.5L, Little Greene

THE FLOORING

Fine Seagrass herringbone, from £30sq m, Kersaint Cobb

Arrange pretty ceramics on a shelf

Folk

FESTIVAL Bring boho florals to life with bright shades

THE FABRIC

Leaf in Moss, £95m, Molly Mahon

THE WALLPAPER Arthouse tongue-andgroove wood panel wallpaper, £9.99 a roll, I Want Wallpaper

THE PAINT

Dulux Berry Smoothie matt emulsion, £18 for 2.5ltr, Homebase

THE FLOORING

White planks laminate, £30.99sq m, Quick-Step

This vibrant look is a celebration of artisan block prints, Scandi-inspired folk art and a rainbow of uplifting colours

Why it works

For a festival feel, prettify a space with colourful cushions and rugs, then add handmade flower garlands and lanterns

the STYLE RULES LAYER UP THE TABLE Create an inviting dining space by dressing a kitchen table with beautiful ceramics featuring delicate folksy florals. Layer up with co-ordinating linens and jugs filled with flowers.

EMBRACE A COUNTRY FEEL Install white tongue-and-groove panelling halfway up walls. Paint the upper section candy pink. Try livening up a preloved dining table by painting the legs in a similar hue.

CELEBRATE PATTERN Mix and match patterned textiles in sorbet shades. Look for block printed repeats on cushions and curtains.

Using the same fabric in different colourways creates cohesion.

LINK THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE A hardwearing, easy-to-clean vinyl or laminate is practical for spaces that lead on from the garden.

Choose similar materials for inside and out to create a seamless look.

STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘The bright pink feature wall, the pink table legs and the green curtain give this look depth, and bring out the colours used on the accessories.’

STYLE EDITOR

Michela Colling

the STYLE RULES FOCUS ON A MURAL Create impact with a wallpaper mural of giant painterly florals in cool neutrals with inky accents. Use a tonal shade elsewhere in the room.

MIX FINE ART WITH ETHNIC TEXTILES Contrast floral patterns with geometric print cushions.

Stick to a monochrome palette and arrange on a light grey sofa.

A corner design is ideal for big families and awkward spaces.

PARE IT BACK Take inspiration from Scandinavian design with furniture that has simple shapes and sleek silhouettes. Keep styling to a minimum, embracing natural materials such as a textured woven pouffe and a wooden coffee table.

SOFTEN THE LOOK A soft and cosy faux-fur rug warms up wooden flooring and helps to make a monochrome scheme feel that bit more welcoming.

Make an oversized painterly floral mural the focal point of a room, then juxtapose with geometric patterns in modern monochrome

Add texture with a knitted throw

Modern

NEUTRALS Boost a mono scheme with natural textures

THE FABRIC Zamarra in Zebra, £59m, Harlequin at Style Library

THE WALLPAPER Neutral Bouquet, £32sq m, Wallsauce

THE PAINT

Natural cotton durable matt emulsion, £38 for 2.5ltr, Graham & Brown

THE FLOORING

GoodHome Neston natural oak laminate flooring, £12sq m, B&Q

Create bespoke artwork by cutting bird and butterfly shapes from patterned origami papers, then stick to a white canvas with foam dots to give them a 3D effect

Ditsy

VINTAGE Style a pretty and nostalgic scheme

THE FABRIC

Primrose & Columbine in Delft Blue, £57m, Morris & Co at Style Library

THE WALLPAPER Cabin White, £73 a roll, Andrew Martin

THE PAINT

Dulux Easycare White Mist matt emulsion, £22 for 2.5ltr, B&Q

THE FLOORING Bobble rug in Putty, from £295, Loaf

Decorate simple white box shelves by backing with vintage floral wallpaper, giftwrap or even fabric

Display a vintage birdcage

Why it works the STYLE RULES MIX UP VINTAGE PRINTS Be daring with a floral patterned sofa and armchair in classic shapes, then arrange cushions featuring mismatched prints, plains and polka dots. Pick designs in similar colourways to pull it together.

KEEP THE SCHEME FRESH Team nostalgic floral prints with white painted walls and simple white furniture. Full-length white shutters are a smart addition to windows.

PRETTIFY A WORK SPACE Accessorise a sleek desk with ditsy floral stationery, such as decorative folders and a flowery mug used as a pen pot. Try making a matching Roman blind in a vintage floral print.

PICK LIGHT FLOORING Go for a cream carpet in a living area and add further comfort with a chunky textured rug. In higher-traffic areas, pick a whitewashed effect wood vinyl or laminate.

STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘The clean, white walls offset the pretty pattern, so that this feels fresh, light and modern.’

HOUSES EDITOR

Ruth Corbett

the STYLE RULES GO BOLD WITH PAINTERLY BLOOMS Mural wallpapers are an on-trend way of creating a statement backdrop in any room.

Watercolour florals in a sugary palette of pinks, purple and yellows are perfect for bedrooms.

CO-ORDINATE BEDDING Make your statement wall the backdrop for a tall wooden bed frame laden with matching floral bedding. Add a further splash of colour with a

popping yellow velvet throw at the foot of the bed.

GO WHITE ON WALLS AND FLOORS Ensure bold florals stand out by keeping the rest of the room light with white walls and a neutral carpet.

ADD COLOUR POP PICKS When it comes to accessories and lighting, source pieces in co-ordinating shades. Paint a wooden chair in an uplifting shade of blue and upholster the seat pad in a similar floral fabric.

Update simple white furniture by swapping existing handles for pretty coloured knobs

Swap bedroom blinds for smart shutters

Watercolour BLOOMS Splash out with bold painterly florals

THE FABRIC

Florrie fabric, £52m, Bluebellgray

THE WALLPAPER Serenity Rose Quartz and Serenity Poppy wallpaper, £37sq m, Murals Wallpaper

THE PAINT

Wilko one coat pure brilliant white matt emulsion, £13 for 2.5ltr, Wilko

THE FLOORING Accessorize Pastella rug, from £125, The Rug Seller

Install a picture rail

Modern

COUNTRY Bring classic florals up to date

THE FABRIC

Tresillo in Olive, £64m, Harlequin at Style Library

THE WALLPAPER G34104 Vintage Damasks, £37.95 a roll, Galerie Wallcoverings

THE PAINT

Mister David Absolute Matt Emulsion, £47 for 2.5ltr, Little Greene

THE FLOORING

Aidas jute and leather hand-woven rug, £65, La Redoute

Bring country inspired decor up to date by sourcing vintage floral prints in reworked colourways such as on-trend yellow and grey

Upcycle a vintage kitchen cabinet by painting and distressing the exterior and covering internal shelves and door frames with pretty wallpaper

Why it works the STYLE RULES

INVEST IN A STATEMENT BED Make an upholstered button detail bed frame in ochre velvet the focal point of a bedroom, then set about making it extra homely with pillows in smaller-scale floral patterns and tactile waffle throws.

CREATE A VINTAGE VIBE Use an antique side table as a nightstand and style with a black metal task lamp. Hang glass frames with black and white photos above the bed.

UPDATE A COUNTRY SCHEME Choose traditional medium-scale floral wallpaper in a contemporary palette of yellows and greys.

EMBRACE FLOORBOARDS If you’re lucky enough to have original wooden floorboards, give them a good sand followed by several coats of clear varnish for an authentic cottage look. Lay a neutral woven rug by the bed to greet toes when you get out of bed.

STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘There’s no mistaking the bed is the star in this space – a focal point bold shade anchors the look.’

EXECUTIVE EDITOR

Heather Young

the STYLE RULES ADD ILLUSIONS OF GRANDEUR Originally hand-woven in silk, damask patterns have long been synonymous with luxury. Give your interiors a classy feel with floral damask wallpaper in light lavender.

LET STATEMENT WALLPAPER TAKE CENTRE-STAGE Complement traditional damask wallpaper with plain upholstery, toile print cushions and decorative pinch-pleat pillows.

EMBRACE VINTAGE STYLE Pick white-painted furniture with an elegant French feel. A traditional sideboard with ornate carved details is a beautiful investment storage piece. Team with a tall bookcase and versatile tray table.

STYLE WITH VINTAGE PICKS Maximise the refined feel by displaying blowsy blue hydrangeas in vases, pretty vintage bottles and ornate picture frames.

Create a sophisticated scheme by marrying tonal shades of soft purple with elegant white highlights and decorative floral patterns

Hang a triptych of artwork

Delicate

DAMASK

Create an elegant scheme in soft lavender

THE FABRIC

Oasis Botanical Bouquet Blush, £21m, Clarke & Clarke

THE WALLPAPER

Antique lilac, £50 a roll, Graham & Brown

THE PAINT

Crown Period Colours Breatheasy Aged White flat matt emulsion, £23 for 2.5ltr, Homebase

THE FLOORING Tegola Amazone Petterssonoak dark laminate, £21.99sq m, Carpetright

Let light in with voile curtains

Midnight

GLAMOUR Team dark florals with polished metallics

THE FABRIC

Oasis Renaissance Midnight velvet, £40.50m, Clarke & Clarke

THE WALLPAPER Purple and pink dark floral mural, £25sq m, Murals Wallpaper

THE PAINT

Lady Like durable matt emulsion, £38 for 2.5ltr, Graham & Brown

THE FLOORING Luna shimmer pink rug, £79.99, Carpetright

Create a welcoming bedroom scheme with contemporary dark floral wallpaper, indulgent fabrics and soothing dusky shades

Turn the top of a chest of drawers into a vanity area complete with sweet scented candles, trinket trays and jewellery boxes

Why it works the STYLE RULES MAKE IT FEEL INVITING Hang dark floral wallpaper in sumptuous pinks and purples, set on a navy background.

Alternatively, go even bolder with an oversized dark floral mural.

CREATE DEPTH WITH BOLD COLOUR For a luxe, sophisticated boudoir feel, contrast shades of midnight blue with dusky pinks and blues, along with accent accessories in gleaming gold.

FOCUS ON THE BED Layer a curvaceous bed frame with high quality bedding, along with co-ordinating floral pillows and throws in tactile velvet and silk.

If space allows, add an elegant velvet occasional chair in soft pink.

VAMP UP THE GLAMOUR Accessorise the look with mirrors in metal frames, polished gold and ribbed glass lighting, and modern mirrored furniture.

STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘Metallic touches and bold floral designs give a sophisticated edge to a grown-up bedroom.’

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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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Create a gallery wall along your stairway

If you’ve committed to white or grey walls in your hallway, but are looking for a way to make them more interesting, try hanging pictures with a theme, in matching frames at staggered heights. Go for prints with simple shapes but plenty of colour.

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Cotton tipi, £44.60; rope basket, from £9.66, both Søstrene Grene

Similar range of kitchen accessories available at Sainsbury’s Home

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BRING COLOUR INTO YOUR KITCHEN WITH VINYL TILES

Rig up a cosy corner for nap and play time

Let kids’ imagination run riot by creating a simple tent out of bamboo canes tied together and an old sheet thrown over the top.

If they’re playing outside, a sheet over the washing line works, too.

For a quick update apply a roll of tile-effect sticky-backed vinyl film to brighten a wall. It takes little effort, but makes a big impact.

Yoko corner sofa in Honey velvet, £1,499, DFS

TOP BUYS

For brightening your home Lemon Grove lampshade, £55, Charlton Island

Bamboo lobster pitcher, £4, Wilko

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ADD A POP OF COLOUR TO YOUR HOME WITH A YELLOW SOFA

Bring some happy colour into your living room by choosing a vibrant sofa. Layer with patterned cushions and pair with a contrasting armchair, to really add happiness to your home.

Pink and white terrazzo pot, £12, Salt Studios Lucy Tiffney salt and pepper shakers, £12, Debenhams

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Stello tiles in Black, £49.97sq m, Topps Tiles

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Turn a vintage chest of drawers into a vanity unit

Give your bathroom a bespoke feel by upcycling a retro set of drawers into a vanity for your basin to sit on.

Remove the back and cut space for the waste pipes, and treat the top with varnish to make it water resistant.

UPCYCLE A SUMMER PLANTER

Give an old chest of drawers a coat of garden paint, line the drawers with black plastic, add a layer of gravel and top with compost. Plant up with dahlias and sweet peas.

PERFECT PICKS

Windsor double bed frame in Yellow, £999; Windsor long stool in Yellow, £379, both Joules range, DFS

For a new look

Floral Frida poster, from £8, Desenio

Tropical drinks dispenser, £7, George Home

Ashleigh leaf cushion, £8, Dunelm

Rupa sculptural vase, £25, Made

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CHOOSE A BED IN A WOW-FACTOR SHADE

Revamp your bedroom with a new bed in a statement colour. To make it the star of the show, keep walls white and choose muted bedding that picks out an accent colour.

EASY UPDATES

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Use an extra panel to make a wall shelf for displaying cookbooks and artwork

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Build a simple banquette from wooden panels

To make the most of space in a kitchen-diner, build a seating bench with storage. This means you can push your dining table closer to the wall than if you had individual chairs, plus it creates somewhere to keep extra bits.

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Impression Festival Pink Roman blinds, from ÂŁ145 for W65xD75cm, including measuring and fitting, Hillarys

Add a colourful rug that mirrors the shades featured in your blind

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Jazz up your living room with a colourful blind

Give your living room a quick facelift by hanging Roman blinds featuring a bright pattern. If you’re making them yourself, keep some extra fabric aside to make a few cushions for your sofa for a co-ordinated look, then accessorise with some vibrant faux flowers, too.

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Five tier ladder shelf, £60, Argos Home

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Add a ladder shelf to make the most of wall space

ENJOY YOUR COCKTAILS ALFRESCO

In a bijou bedroom, opt for a ladder shelf next to your bed instead of a bedside table. It will make the most of vertical space for books, trinkets and night-time toiletries.

Set up a DIY drinks station by positioning a table in an accessible corner of your garden.

Stick chalkboard labels on flower pots and use to store napkins, cutlery and paper straws.

Kalvehuse pack of 10 mirror discs, £14.99, JYSK

MUST-HAVES

You won’t want to miss Artificial flower window box, £25, Next Home

Round side table, £25, Kaleidoscope

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CREATE WALL DECOR FROM MIRROR DISCS

Have fun arranging these mirror discs on the wall, to create a feature as well as bounce natural light around the room. They also make great bases to sit plant pots or vases on.

Woven striped pouffe, £85, Edited

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Giraffe succulent pot, £12.99, M&Co

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Choose statement wallpaper

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This is a cost-effective way to give your bathroom a new look. In a cloakroom you can get away with papering floor to ceiling, but in a family bathroom, tiling from floor to mid-wall and papering above might be a better bet.

CREATE A LIVING WALL IN YOUR GARDEN

Horizontal slatted panels turn a stretch of bare fence into a vertical garden for smaller plant pots. Painting it black makes green foliage really pop.

UNIQUE PIECES To complete the look

Melamine dinner plate, £3, Sainsbury’s Home

Passaro butter dish, £19.50, Oliver Bonas

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Tie-dye cushion, £29.99 for two, Very

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TURN A KIDS’ CORNER INTO A MAGNETIC DISPLAY BOARD

Create a fun feature in a child’s bedroom or kitchendiner. Buy a steel sheet cut to size and fix it securely to the wall.

Add a selection of magnets and let them get creative!

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Magazine rack, £20, Block Design

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Ipanema four-seater sofa set, ÂŁ180; Ipanema garden parasol, ÂŁ18, both Argos Home

Hang some colourful festoon lighting to create a party-esque glow come sunset

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Introduce colour to your outdoor space with furniture

If your outdoor space is devoid of flourishing plants and flowers, bring in the colour with garden furniture instead. This set from Argos, available in Coral or Blue, is lightweight and modern, and includes a coffee table and side table for holding drinks and snacks.

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IDEA TO STEAL

‘Team inexpensive planks with steel brackets for chic DIY shelvesÕ

COME ON IN!

ABOUT ME I’m Jade Rodrigues, 30, a product developer, and I live here with my partner Darren Wimhurst, 38, a financial services provider. We have a three-bedroom Victorian terrace in southeast London, which we bought in 2013.

MY CHALLENGE The kitchen is long and narrow with a low ceiling. It was also an absolute mess with broken cupboards and drab magnolia walls, so there was a lot to work on!

MY WISH LIST Extending wasn’t an option, so the plan was to open up the back wall to let in more light and then reverse the original layout to create two distinct areas for cooking and relaxing.

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KITCHEN MAKEOVER

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MUCH BIGGER!’

Reversing the layout and installing French doors to the garden has made Jade’s skinny kitchen feel light, bright and a lot more spacious

A

s I absolutely love cooking and entertaining, the kitchen is the most important room,’ says Jade Rodrigues. ‘I was delighted when we viewed this house because the kitchen was a good size, but in a real state, with broken cupboards and dirty magnolia walls.

‘When we first moved in, we didn’t have a bedroom so we had to prioritise that and the living space before we started on the kitchen, but the upside was that we had lots of time to analyse exactly what we wanted from the kitchen. I spent hours on Pinterest and looking through interiors mags, making notes about what we liked.

We sketched out our plans and once we knew what we wanted, it was just about making that happen within our budget.

Deciding on the layout

The kitchen is situated in the side return of the house. It’s long and narrow with a low ceiling, so there was limited light and it felt tunnel-like. A side-return extension wasn’t an option for us and we were advised that the layout was best suited to a galley-style kitchen. However, we were keen to create space by the garden, where we could relax and socialise while cooking and eating, so we went with our instincts and opened up the back wall, installing French doors to give us more light and a better view of the garden. We also decided to reverse the kitchen layout to create two distinct areas – one for cooking and one for relaxing – separated by a peninsula-style breakfast bar.

MODERN EDGE

‘We went for painted units in a modern blue-black colourway, white tiles and worktops teamed with patterned floor tiles that link the two colours’

Setting the style

We bought almost everything online to keep costs down, taking advantage of sales and stockpiling everything in our dining room in advance. I wanted to

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KITCHEN MAKEOVER

SHELF SPACE

‘We opted for shelves instead of wall units to keep the narrow space from closing in on us’

keep the look traditional, in line with the Victorian style of the house, but modern, too. So we chose traditional kitchen units in a fresh colourway, an old-style butler sink but in industrial stainless steel, a contemporary range cooker against an exposed brick chimney and traditional metro tiles arranged in an eye-catching herringbone format.

Doing it ourselves

As it was part of a bigger house project, the kitchen was completed in stages – the electrics and plumbing were done at the same time as other rooms, but the main work took three months. We took on the planning, sourcing the building materials and arranging tradesmen, so we had to design and measure everything, from the window and doors to the kitchen units and tiles. We also saved money by removing the old kitchen, cleaning the chimney bricks and painting the walls and woodwork ourselves.

Finishing touches

The peninsular unit has open shelves to allow light to pass through. It’s a long room, so to break it up we laid wooden flooring in the living area and patterned floor tiles in the kitchen – the seating area gives us another lounge space. The finished room is just how we envisaged it so I’m glad we had the courage to design the layout to suit us. We often work long hours and come home to spend time in the kitchen, cooking and chatting, so it was important for us to achieve this.’

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‘Leave the top edge of tiles untrimmed to create a striking zig-zag splashback’

HOME ON THE RANGE

‘We opened up the chimney breast and put in a range cooker – it creates a real focal point’

Do it!

HERRINGBONE SPLASHBACK Plan the layout on paper or card.

Take your first tile and use a tile cutter to cut at 45 degrees from one corner to the opposite edge. Lay the angled cut of your first tile along the bottom line.

Place the next (full) tile against the top edge of the first, so the bottom corner touches the base line. Mark and measure a triangle to sit inside the two tiles. Work out both ways from the centre.

Draw a vertical line on your wall, mark the midpoint use a spirit level to draw a vertical line.

Apply the tile adhesive (follow instructions), apply the tiles, then clean the tile surface.

Leave to set (follow instructions) before grouting. Clean off any excess, then buff the surface.

Why it works

STYLE AT HOME SAYS…

CONTEMPORARY TREATMENT

‘I chose a butler sink, but in stainless steel for a more modern feel’

‘The dark blue and white colour combo could make the room feel cold, but Jade has added textural elements such as exposed brick and rustic wood to warm it up and give it an industrialstyle edge.’

HOUSES EDITOR

Ruth Corbett

SPACE TO SPARE

‘Losing the dining table has gained us a bigger kitchen with a breakfast bar and living space’

Where to buy Jade’s style Similar Bedale painted units in Carbon, from £200 for a 600mm base unit, DIY Kitchens. Carrara marble worktops, from £250m, Stone Applications. Smeg Opera 90 dual-fuel range cooker, £2,168, Appliances Direct. Astini Belfast 800 stainless steel sink, £329.99; Astini Zetland chrome kitchen sink mixer tap HK14, £99.99, both Taps UK. Harran Antique Vintage Blue floor tiles, £10.95sq m, Walls and Floors. Microline white gloss wall tiles, £33.99sq m, Tons of Tiles. Soho bar stools, £95 each, Rockett St George. Izzy sofa in Prussian Blue velvet, £1,250, Sofa.com.

Grace pendant light, £169, Heals. Walls in Slaked Lime intelligent matt, £51.50 for 2.5ltr, Little Greene. Woodwork in Railings estate eggshell, £64 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Vintage-style glass tube pendant lights, £36.90 each, Pathson. Rigga shelf boards, £10 each, B&Q. Granhult brackets, £9 per pair; Kungfors hanging rail, £3; hooks, £2.50 for five, all Ikea. Maritime mugs, £11.50 each, Cream of Cornwall

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MARBLE-LOOK WORKTOPS

Jade’s choice:

MARBLE-LOOK WORKTOPS Get the luxe look of marble without breaking the bank or fretting over stains

How can I achieve a quick refresh?

If your worktops are sound, you can cover them in a marble-look self-adhesive vinyl in minutes. Supplied on rolls and heat resistant to 75°C, it takes patience to apply (check YouTube tutorials), but is effective.

Fold the film under the front edge of your worktop for a neat finish, invest in a sharp scalpel and use sealant around the sink.

Laminate for the win?

The next cheapest marble-look option is laminate, which is scuff, scratch and stain

BEST FOR… LOW FUSS

Quartz-Lite fits 8mm-thick quartz worktops over existing surfaces for a quick refresh without having to rip out your old ones. It is cut to fit.

SPEEDY INSTALL

Minerva’s silky-soft solid surfaces can be cut using normal woodworking tools, saving time and money on templating.

The Carrara White marble-inspired design is made from polymer resins so scratches and stains can be buffed out.

DESIGN CHOICE

Bushboard offers a huge catalogue of quartz and laminate worktops.

The innovative Evolve solid laminate features hardened resin, making it strong and waterproof.

resistant. Thanks to improved HD print quality and textured finishes, the latest laminate worktops are impressive marble imitations.

Choose laminate with a square edge for extra authenticity.

Installation is far quicker and cheaper than stone and you can buy matching laminate splashbacks and upstands, too.

Quartz or acrylic – how do they differ?

If you have more cash to splash, these man-made composite materials come in seriously convincing marble designs.

Quartz surfaces have a higher mineral content, while acrylic (aka solid surfaces) have more resin. Quartz (popular brands include Caesarstone, Silestone and Radianz) is arguably tougher and more stain resistant, but acrylic composites, such as Corian, Minerva and LG Hi-Macs, can be seamlessly shaped and allow most scratches to be buffed out.

FAUX-MARBLE WORKTOPS ROCK-HARD QUARTZ Lucerne lake composite quartz, from £280sq m, Radianz

Any tips for boosting the realistic feel?

Whatever material you choose, the trick is to avoid obvious repeats in the marble vein pattern that will immediate flag it up as man-made. Try to match the veining so that it flows naturally between horizontal and vertical surfaces (like the front edge of worktops and splashbacks).

‘WHETHER REAL OR FAUX, MARBLE SURFACES ARE A CLASSIC LOOK THAT WILL ADD A TOUCH OF LUXURY TO ANY KITCHEN’ IRENE GUNTER, DIRECTOR, GUNTER & CO

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LOW SHINE GoodHome Algiata White Matt laminate, L300xW62x D2.2cm, £88, B&Q

DIY UPDATE D-C-Fix Marmi White selfadhesive film 67.5cm x 2m, £3.75, Wilko

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hough it’s beautiful, marble isn’t hugely practical. Stains and scratches must be avoided, and any damage is near-impossible to fix. Luckily, there are lots of convincing alternatives that provide all that luxe loveliness with far less stress.

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Pair industrial with traditional style for a timeless finish

Hang over an island or dining table.

Hoxton domed pendant light, £50, Garden Trading

Smart enough to leave out on the hob. Copper casserole dish, £29.99, TK Maxx

Team warm wood with metal. Franklin bar stool, £94.99, Homescapes

Serve it up in style.

12-piece Stoneware dinner set, £20, Matalan

Inject classic stripes with textiles. Cotton tea towels, £8.99 for three, H&M Home

Display your favourite mugs. Bone china mug with Octopus design, £11.50, Cream Cornwall

COOL CLASSIC

Shinier than your average dryer.

Copper dish drainer, £9.99, Studio

Smarten up open shelving with the Korken jar, £3, Ikea

Worn to perfection. Harran Antique Vintage floor tiles, £19.95sq m, Walls and Floors

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‘The wallpaper STATEMENT STYLE

‘The panelling, botanical wallpaper and painted bath has made our neutral bathroom unrecognisable’

BARGAIN BUYS

‘I’ve dressed the space with a few vintage items, like this £15 mirror and £1 vase’

COME ON IN!

ABOUT ME I’m Lucinda Holt, 43 (@peacockfinds) and I live here with my husband Sam, 44, and our children Lola, eight, and twins Violet and Ruby, six, in a fivebedroom, detached new-build house near Preston in Lancashire.

We moved here in September 2018 and carried out the bathroom revamp the following spring.

MY CHALLENGE Being a new build, the bathroom lacked character and colour. My husband and I have quite different tastes, so agreeing on a design we both loved took ages.

MY WISH LIST I wanted to add more personality to the space, so had my heart set on panelling, with wallpaper above and a bold paint colour on the bath.

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‘Paint a window recess using a colour picked out from your wallpaper’

Realising that new builds don’t have to remain neutral, Lucinda gave her family bathroom a character-filled, colourful makeover

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fter having our twins, we were keen to move out of London and decided on Lancashire, where I’m from,’ says Lucinda. ‘Although we’d never lived in a new build before, a small local developer was planning eight detached homes near Preston, so we reserved a plot off plan.

‘Being close to the motorway and airport, it was ideal for Sam to travel for his job managing musicians and DJs, and since I’m a freelance social media and marketing consultant, I can work anywhere. Once we’d sold our London house, we moved in with my mum while our new home was finished off. This meant we could choose the layout and fittings for the bathroom, two en suites and ground floor loo. We were supposed to be there for five weeks but it turned into five months as we wanted to upgrade lots of things rather than go with the builder’s spec on everything.

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Luckily, we were able to specify the layout in the square family bathroom.

We positioned the bath behind the door for privacy and tucked the loo away by the window furthest from the door.

We could have chosen a more modern look with a rectangular bath, but we wanted to inject some character. That’s why we picked a 1930s-style suite from the builder’s preferred supplier, James Hargreaves, with a free-standing bath, vanity unit and shower cubicle.

There were loads of options and the developer got us a good discount. I was even able to pick the same marble mosaic floor tiles we’d had in London as I loved them so much. The choice was a bit more limited for the shower area and we didn’t really want splashback tiles behind the

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‘We could have painted the white towel rail but it ties in well with the sanitaryware’

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PAINT YOUR BATH

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To upcycle a cast iron or acrylic bath, start by removing any rust or flaked enamel and thoroughly clean the surface.

Cover the floor. If you have an acrylic bath, remove the feet or tape them up to protect them, and turn the bath upside down.

Rub the surface of the bath with fine sandpaper and wipe to remove any dust.

Apply at least two coats of primer, such as Zinsser B-I-N white primer sealer, lightly sanding between each coat.

For a matt finish, use an eggshell or chalk-based paint.

Apply two or three coats using a quality paintbrush or small foam roller. For chalk paint, finish with a coat of lacquer or finishing coat to protect against water splashes.

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‘DON’T BE AFRAID TO USE WALLPAPER IN A BATHROOM – THESE DAYS THERE ARE PLENTY OF STYLISH, WASHABLE OPTIONS AVAILABLE’ sink, but the builders insisted on it.

Ideally, we wanted tongue-and-groove panelling fitted, too, but the project was running behind so the builders said no.

Choosing the style

Seven months after moving in, we started phase two of the bathroom and the panelling went in. Sam wasn’t keen on my idea of floral wallpaper on the top half, though, and he vetoed a peacock design I’d picked out, too, then a zebra design I loved was discontinued. Finally, I came across a botanical design in the sales that Sam loved as much as me. Next, we chose paint colours for the panelling, bath and vanity unit. I always get tester pots and do a hashtag search on Instagram to see how other people have used the same shade. Eventually we picked grey-blue for the panelling and coral for the bath.

Our plans meant undoing some of the builders’ work, such as removing the splashback tiles, taking out a shaver point we didn’t need and ripping out skirting boards. However, our joiner managed to install the panelling without taking the suite out and I was able to do the priming and painting myself. Now, I’m considering painting the ceiling peach to finish it off.’

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Why it works

STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘Lucinda’s use of colour gives this room wow factor.

Choosing a bright shade, such as coral, for the bath and vanity unit brings the whole space to life’ EDITORIAL DIRECTOR,

Vanessa Richmond

DISPLAY SPACE

‘I love this little shelving unit above the loo, we brought it over from our old house’

MAKING DO

‘Paint perfectly good furniture to fit in with your scheme, instead of replacing it’

PERFECT SHADE

‘We thought about peach for the vanity unit but my husband wasn’t keen – I much prefer the coral now’

Where to buy Lucinda’s style

Instinct Hemsworth close-coupled loo, £525; Hemsworth classic 600mm floor-mounted basin unit, £392; basin, £197; Wilmslow double-ended bath, £712; Hemsworth bath shower mixer, £401; Hemsworth mono basin mixer, £150; Cool Twin thermostatic bar shower, £399; Instinct 8 quadrant shower enclosure, £936; Instinct low profile quad shower tray, £217; straight white towel radiator, £129, all James Hargreaves. Oriental Blanco marble hexagon mosaic tiles, £9.95 for a 290x285mm sheet, Walls and Floors.

For similar shower tiles, try Victoria mini metro wall tiles in Gloss White, £9.95 a tile, Victorian Plumbing.

Tongue and groove panelling, around £150, C&W Berry; in De Nimes estate eggshell, £64 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball.

Rainforest Rabble wallpaper, £108 a roll, Linwood at Wallpaper Direct.

Bath and vanity unit in Orange Aurora intelligent satinwood, £35 for 1ltr, Little Greene. Maud round Paulownia white mirror, £220, Maisons du Monde, would work here. Multi-frame shelf, £65, Graham and Green, is similar.

Baskets, £7 each; pink vase, £7, both Flying Tiger. Try multicoloured tassel towels, from £7.99 for a hand towel, Zara Home. Lime Egyptian cotton towels, from £6 for a hand towel; extendable bath rack, £7, are both similar, Dunelm

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‘If we hadn’t been limited by the builder’s options, we probably would’ve gone for a black-framed, square enclosure’

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Lucinda’schoice: WALLPAPER IN THE BATHROOM Make a pattern splash by papering a wall

Is wallpaper suitable for my bathroom?

It definitely depends on your bathroom but if it’s properly ventilated, with an opening window and/or adequate extractor fan for the size of the room, wallpaper is absolutely game-on. Keep it away from direct contact with water, though – papering right next to the bath, vanity or shower is asking for trouble.

Which type of wallpaper do I need?

Study the labels – wallpaper on rolls will note the correct use. Look for words like ‘scrubbable’, usually for papers made of heavyweight vinyl or vinyl coated. ‘Extra washable’ or ‘highly wash resistant’ will cope well with the odd splash. Specialist kitchen and bathroom wallpaper collections are obviously a safe bet.

USEFUL INFO… COSTS

Wallpaper is usually sold on 10m rolls from under £10 up to £150+.

Don’t forget to budget for tools and adhesives. It costs around £160 a day for a professional to do.

PREPARATION

Damp walls must be treated, cracks filled and gloss-painted surfaces lightly sanded. New plaster must be ‘sized’ using wallpaper primer.

INSPIRATION

Style Library is a hub for Zoffany, Harlequin, Sanderson, Morris & Co, Scion and Anthology.

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How can I make it hardier?

If you are lusting after a non-vinyl paper that’s rated ‘spongeable’ or not rated for cleaning at all, consider adding your own protective layer of vinyl using Polyvine Decorators Varnish (£17.95 for 1ltr). Go for the dead flat version, which won’t alter the paper’s colour, and always do a test patch first. Don’t forget to add the cost to your wallpapering budget.

Is wallpaper safe inside my shower?

No, but you can get 100% waterproof wallcoverings that look like wallpaper and don’t have the grout problems associated with tiles – try Wall&Decò Wet System, available from West One Bathrooms (westonebathrooms.com).

It’s pretty expensive, though, and requires specialist installation. A far cheaper option is to wallpaper behind a sealed glass shower enclosure or screen.

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TROPICAL BUDGET WALLPAPERS

Can I put paper on all the walls?

Yes, as long as you have a decent depth of tiles around the bath and basin – aim for at least 60cm between water and wallpaper. But while maximalism is on trend, bathrooms are usually small so if you’re going all-out with wallpaper, do choose a soothing design that won’t kick off your day with a headache. Following Lucinda’s lead by papering above panels is a smart choice. You can afford to go much bolder and it’s easier to keep your wallpaper away from splashes.

‘WALLPAPER CAN BREATHE NEW LIFE INTO A BATHROOM AND IT’S EASIER TO CHANGE THAN TILES FOR A REFRESH’ ALEX WHITEHEAD, HEAD OF DESIGN, I WANT WALLPAPER

GO BANANAS

Albany, Wow! (2017), Baja 24136 in Green, £23.99 a roll, Wallpaper Direct

GEOMETRIC BASE

Holden Décor Congo Glasshouse Tropical 90200 in Pink, £14.99 a roll, I Want Wallpaper

FOREST FANTASY

Ambience Enchanted in Gooseberry 1664/601, £37 a roll, Prestigious Textiles

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rom dainty florals to bold geographic prints, via the latest tropical patterns, wallpaper can prove a quick and easy way to dial up the designer style. The latest ‘paste the wall’ and ‘peelable’ papers are brilliant for a quick colour refresh, too.

COLOUR POP

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Vibrant shades and eye-catching accessories add standout appeal

Not green-fingered? Just add some fake foliage. Faux zamiifolia plant, £17.99, Dowsing & Reynolds

Baskets are great for storing extra toiletries or spare towels.

Bilbao basket, £18, Very

Bring some pattern into your bathroom with a striking wallpaper. Brassica print in Apricot, £25 a roll, Wallpaper Direct

Choose decorative touches like small glass vases to create an elegant setting.

Bud vase, £8, Garden Trading

Go for towels that introduce colour and complement your scheme. Supreme hygro towels, from £4 for a face cloth, Christy

Traditional-style taps always appeal.

Chrome-plated bath shower mixer tap, £65, B&Q

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In a family home, go for small-scale tiles on the floor for durability. Oriental marble mosaic tiles, £9.95sq m, Walls and Floors

Make an arrangement of your prettier toiletries. Glass and brass wall shelf, £27, Gisela Graham

Revamp your bath by painting it a bold colour. Coral chalk paint, £21.95 for 1ltr, Annie Sloan

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‘I’ve created a RECLAIMED FIND

‘We often bring home treasures from car boot sales and reclamation yards, like this old stone bench that we installed in a sunny spot’

COME ON IN! IDEA TO STEAL

‘A tabletop fire pit creates a focal point and warmth, and is ideal for a small patio’

ABOUT ME I’m Sarah Jarman, 46, a graphic designer and enthusiastic Instagrammer @sarahjarmanalexander. I live here with my husband Paul Alexander, 50. Our home is a four-bedroom three-storey Victorian townhouse in Leeds, with an 8x10m back garden.

MY CHALLENGE The fenced garden had been pretty much neglected, with just a threadbare patch of lawn, sparse planting and a slab of scruffy concrete.

MY WISH LIST I wanted to create two distinct areas – a raised deck with table and chairs where we can work, eat and entertain, plus a lower lawn with borders and trees, so we can relax in the sun or find shade when it’s hot.

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With a little flair and imagination Sarah turned an uninspiring city garden into a calm and secluded outdoor haven

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hen we moved in the garden was such a mess,’ says Sarah, describing the fenced back garden of her Victorian townhouse. ‘It was basically just a scrubby patch of grass with unkempt borders and gravel paths edged with broken lumps of concrete.

And as there were no trees or greenery, lack of privacy was an issue, too.

Starting point We both love being outdoors and, even though the space was small, we could see it had potential and lent itself to becoming a sort of outdoor living room. The plan was to make it more private by planting trees around the perimeter and adding layers of planting at different levels. While the house was being renovated, we had two sets of French doors fitted in the kitchen, which open directly onto the garden. We then asked the builders to create a raised patio which runs seamlessly between the kitchen-diner and garden.

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BLUE HUE

‘To make a statement I’ve gone for bold architectural planting in blue glazed pots’

To create a division between the raised patio and the lawn, we added a white painted rendered wall with steps leading down, which splits the sitting area from the rest of the garden. It has a wide slate top, which is perfect for perching on with scatter cushions. When it came to a table and chairs, we considered buying a basic set, but then decided we could seat more people and make the patio look a lot bigger by having built-in seats arranged in an L-shape. I came up with a design and then asked a local joiner to make them up for me, building a timber frame clad with floorboards for the seats. We tend to eat most of our meals outside during the summer, so we added a weathered dining table – which we cut

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COMPACT PLANTING

‘I used slim trough planters to line the edge of the steps filled with Verbena Santos to bring a splash of colour’

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CREATE AN OUTDOOR LIVING ROOM Work with colour – paint adjoining walls and fences in a dark grey to create an inviting corner, or white paint for a fresh, Mediterranean feel in a sunny spot.

Long metal planters or tall pot plants can create temporary walls to cosy up and screen the space.

Opt for living room-style furniture – outdoor sofas and lounge chairs, garden side tables, coffee tables and shelving will all evoke the sense of a room.

Accessorise the space as you would a living room. Bring in lanterns and tealight holders, ornaments and statement planters, an outdoor rug and cushions.

Make it a place to relax in the evening with a fire pit or chiminea and hang atmospheric lighting such as string lights around the perimeter. Go for wireless outdoor lamps or a decorative wall light.

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SHADY SPOT

‘We added the wooden pergola for privacy and planted wisteria and Rambling Rector roses to climb it and offer dappled shade’

‘FAST-GROWING CLIMBERS SUCH AS CLEMATIS MONTANA OR JASMINE CAN BE TRAINED TO COVER THE UPRIGHTS AND BEAMS OF A PERGOLA TO CREATE A SCENTED CANOPY’ LEAFY PRINT

‘There are plenty of rugs and scatter cushions to cosy up chairs and benches’

down to coffee table size – and added waterproof seat cushions and colourful scatter cushions for comfort. The area also doubles up as a work space over the summer months. I work from home and hate being cooped up inside on a hot summer’s day, but now I can set up my desk at the seating area and work outside in the warmth and fresh air, which is such a lovely bonus.

Planting for privacy To create a screen from the neighbours, we added a simple wooden pergola and lattice wood panel fitted over the original fence panels, which makes the patio area feel enclosed and more room-like. We’ve planted wisteria and a Rambling Rector rose to climb up the pergola, which gives off a beautiful scent that is particularly pungent in the evening.

For easy planting, by the French doors I’ve added lots of brightly-glazed blue pots for all-year colour, filled with easy-care plants such as box and hostas, which have lovely sculptural shapes.

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Where to buy Sarah’s style

‘Encourage local wildlife with bird boxes, fixed up high to deter cats’

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For similar buys try: Charles Bentley Fisherman wooden coffee table, £69.99, Robert Dyas. Yellow outdoor scatter cushion, £8, Matalan. Tabletop fire bowl, £69, Cast in Style. Forest Ultimate wooden pergola, £299.99, Screwfix Direct. Outdoor festoon lights, £36.99 for 5m string, Lights4Fun. Bloomsbury chrome lanterns, £40 for two, John Lewis & Partners.

New England nest box, £24, Buttercup Farm. Blue ceramic plant pots, from £20 each, B&Q. Fusion woven picnic rug, £24, John Lewis & Partners.

Lemhi wooden deck board, from £8 for 2.4m, B&Q. Zinc ribbed garden planter, £46, Horsfall & Wright at Notonthehighstreet. Giant rattan basket, £120, Garden Trading.

Antique-style grey metal jug, £10, Finch & Crane at Notonthehighstreet.

Cotton table runner, £20, John Lewis & Partners. Wooden serving tray, £23.99, Wayfair. Maui deckchair, £60, Habitat. Tropical print outdoor cushion, £14.99 for two, VonHaus. Enamelled watering can, £19.99, Trouva

LAIDBACK LAWN

‘We didn’t want to lose the grass altogether, as it’s really nice to sit in the deckchairs under a shady tree when it’s hot’

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Reaping the benefits The far end of the garden has been grassed and the borders planted with trees and shrubs, which graduate down to the lawn. We didn’t want to lose the grass altogether as it’s really nice to sit in the deckchairs under a shady tree when it’s hot. It’s now a lovely sheltered sitting area which catches sun and shade just when you need it on a hot day. The grass and trees – which are now mature – blend with the public park behind us and make it appear larger than it really is. We also wanted to attract wildlife and it’s really nice to wake up to the sound of birdsong, even though we live in a built-up area.

In the summer we spend all our time out here because we love it so much. It’s easy to forget that we actually live in the city.’

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‘Placing trees around the perimeter and a selection of plants at different levels gives Sarah and Paul privacy, and helps to create a sheltered sitting area, so that they can enjoy the garden at all times.’

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ESCAPE TO THE MED Lapis blue and sunshine yellow bring vibrant pops of colour

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PRETTY POT Hang from trees for an evening glow. Effi artisan lantern, £19.99, Lights4fun

Surround a seating area with potted plants. Tiwlip Blue ceramic plant pot, £20, B&Q

Have a blanket to hand in case there’s an evening chill. Rajput ribbed throw, £9.99, Homescapes

Store chopped wood for your firepit. Square basket, £45, Garden Trading

Lush leaves are guaranteed with the Jungle leaf garden cushion, £14.99, Clara Shade Sails

Invest in an outside fireplace.

Antalya large firepit with stand, £159.99, Lime Lace

Lie back when the sun is out.

Wooden deckchair, £35, Argos

Update a pergola with a colour stain.

Ten year exterior satin paint in Black, from £35 for 2.5ltr, Sandtex

Stagger troughs down steps.

Hampstead lead window box, £39, Bay and Box

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Jot down reminders and plans on chalkboard wall stickers. Place chalkboard sticky-backed plastic on a flat surface, facing down and draw your designs onto the paper backing. Carefully cut out, peel off the backing and stick to your wall, smoothing out air bubbles.

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Chalkboard Fablon, £10 for 1.5m, Homebase

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SQUIDGY MILLIONAIRE’S FLAPJACK TAKES 35 MINS, PLUS COOLING MAKES 12 150g butter 125g light muscovado sugar 1tbsp golden syrup 225g jumbo oats FOR THE CARAMEL 125g butter 397g can condensed milk 90g golden syrup 1tbsp vanilla extract FOR THE TOPPING 150g milk chocolate, broken 150g plain chocolate, broken 1tbsp sunflower oil 90g white chocolate 2tbsp freeze-dried raspberries YOU WILL ALSO NEED 18x28cm tin, greased and lined Piping bag

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Preheat the oven to 200C/Gas 6.

Heat the butter, sugar and syrup in a pan. Stir until melted. Add the oats, then turn the mixture into the tin. Bake for 15 mins, until golden.

To make the caramel: combine the butter, condensed milk, syrup and vanilla in a non-stick pan. Heat gently, stirring all the time, until the mixture thickens slightly and turns golden brown. Spread evenly over the flapjack; cool until firm.

To make the topping: melt the milk and plain chocolates with the oil in a bowl, resting over a pan of simmering water. Pour on top of the caramel layer.

Melt the white chocolate in the same way.

Spoon into the piping bag and drizzle over. Top with the raspberries.

Leave to set, then cut into 12 bars.

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We all know that air pollution is everywhere, but you may not realise that our homes are full of indoor pollutants, too.

From solvents in paint and furnishings to cooking fumes, they can all irritate people with allergies or respiratory conditions.

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Don’t have much space for planting a vegetable garden? Then check out this brilliant raised bed from Wilko. It’s not much to look at when empty, but plant it up with a load of fast-growing salad leaves and it’ll keep you in greens for weeks. Angled raised bed, £12, Wilko

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BUG SNUG

Add a cave for creepycrawlies. Coastline bug house, £12.50, Sainsbury’s Home

HOG HEAVEN

Give shelter to prickly characters. Hedgehog house in Black, £50, Garden Trading

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A holiday home for feathered friends.

Beach hut bird house, £24.95, Homebase

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GREAT-VALUE BISTRO SETS

Al fresco breakfast, lunch or dinner for two?

Try a sustainable scent Made without chemical nasties like paraffin, parabens, dyes or phthalates, and with crueltyfree ingredients, Clean Space is a range of candles, room sprays and reed diffusers packaged in simply designed jars and bottles that can be reused as mini plant pots or bud vases once the contents are finished. The three classic scents – Warm Cotton, Fresh Linen and Rain – are timeless and perfect to freshen a room.

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KEEP THE SHED SECURE

Affordable and easy to install, the batteryoperated Yale wireless alarm is ideal for keeping outbuildings like sheds, garden rooms, shepherd’s huts or caravans safe from intruders. It detects any motions within a 12-metre range, sounding a 100dB siren if you don’t enter the pin code within 10 seconds.

Yale wireless alarm, £14.99, Amazon

DECORATIVE DUO

What this monochrome set lacks in colour, it makes up for with pattern.

Mosaic bistro set, £125, Wilko

HIP TO BE SQUARE

The two chairs and square table in this set are all foldable. Parc metal bistro set in Cobalt, £120, Habitat

SNUG SEATING

The chairs tuck neatly under the table for compact storage. Tice garden compact bistro set in Green, £149, Made

Move planters more easily

WATER YOUR GARDEN, THE SMART WAY

Moving large filled pots and planters around your garden can be back-breaking work. This tough trough features neat hidden wheels in the base so you can shift it around your deck or patio as you please.

Greenville terrace trough on wheels, £52, Bloomling

Always forget to water the garden? This clever little gadget will do it all for you. You can set it to water at specific times, or if your plants are looking a little thirstier than usual, sync it with Siri on your iPhone or iPad and just ask it to water them.

Eve Aqua smart water controller, £89.95, Amazon

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Pink and White Stars typography quote wallpaper mural, £37sq m, Murals Wallpaper

Spread positive vibes Make your home a muchneeded haven of positivity with the Sunny Sentiments mural collection from Murals Wallpaper. Each of the typographical designs has been created to promote good vibes, featuring bright and colourful motivational quotes such as ‘make your own magic’, ‘grow and bloom’ and ‘let’s do this’.

Each mural is made to fit your unique space, whatever its size – just the thing for brightening up a teen’s bedroom or home office space.

3 of the best…

SANDING TOOLS IN THE DETAIL

Perfect for smoothing hard to reach areas.

Bosch corded 90W 240V detail sander, £35, B&Q

WOOD WORK

Removes varnish and paint.

Ryobi EOS2410NHB 240V ¼ sheet sander, £39, Homebase

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UPCYCLE BUDDY

Prepare surfaces before and after painting.

Makita M9204 electric random orbit sander 240V, £44.99, Screwfix

yourself

Ultion SMART door lock and handle, from £229, Ultion Lock

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Open doors hands-free It goes without saying that most households have recently become more conscious about the spread of germs on surfaces and, shockingly, doorknobs and hand rails can harbour infectious agents for up to 72 hours!

The Ultion SMART is a keyless entry door lock that can be installed by DIYers with help via video conference. It can also be operated by voice control with Alexa or Siri.

The latest need-to-knows to help you improve your home

BRING CONTRAST TO FLOORS

Utilise time at home by updating tired flooring with Gemini Tiles’ brand new Contrasti tile collection. High quality yet affordable, the range consists of the abstract floral-effect Tappeto Ottanio tile and Tappeto Grigio and Antracite, which feature swirling decorative motifs. There’s also a contrasting selection of plains, each available in a contemporary yet subtle colour palette of white, teal, light and dark grey. Simply select your perfect combination to complement your kitchen, bathroom or hallway.

Contrasti Tappeto Ottanio tiles, £49.99sq m, Gemini Tiles

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The 10-minute

DECLUTTER

Get the place tidy in a flash with these speedy tips and handy buys

TABLE SERVICE

A handy extra surface, plus a basket to store remotes, books and all the rest.

Iggy storage side table, £98, Oliver Bonas

WIRE WONDERS

All-purpose baskets in jolly shades to brighten up your day (and your décor).

Clissold baskets, £25 for two, Habitat

IN THE ROUND

Free your patio from a clutter of pots with this neat planter shelf.

Garden shelf wall planter, £39.99, Very

Ready, steady,sort!

TACKLE THE LOFT Bring out the big guns and have a go at clearing your loft space. Separate into piles to give away to charity, stuff to be binned and things to keep.

TOP TINS

Been baking loads recently? Store your goods well so they last longer.

Lucy Tiffney cake tin set, £20, Debenhams

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ORGANISE YOUR FILES Go through your personal documents and shred anything you no longer need.

HOOK UP

Every kitchen, hallway, bedroom and bathroom needs somewhere to hang things.

Melcombe five-peg rail, £20, Garden Trading

SMART STASH

The perfect place to cram all your outdoor cushions when it starts raining.

Outdoor storage box, £99, La Redoute

DOORLESS DESIGN

If you don’t want a wardrobe dominating a bedroom, this compact version is fab.

Lynton open wardrobe, £129, Dunelm

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MOVABLE TRIO

Super storage containers on wheels.

BundleBerry by Amanda Holden Nestable storage boxes, £126 for three, QVCUK.com

CLEAR YOUR MAGAZINE RACK Recycle old newspapers and sort through your magazine stash for ones to keep and ones to recycle.

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Woven wonders Baskets make simple yet stylish home storage, but taking on the historic art of basketry may seem daunting to beginners.

In Baskets (£14.99, Quadrille Publishing), author Tabara N’Diaye demystifies traditional weaving techniques using a variety of materials including grasses, rope, twine and cane. There are 15 projects to try to create everything from colourful and patterned bags, baskets and bowls to beautiful home and tableware, including these easy coasters.

TAKE A FREE ONLINE TUTORIAL Simple woven coasters prettify a summer table

FAB FACETS

Pasua pyramid terrariums, from £39.95 each, Nkuku

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TERRARIUMS LOOKING SHARP

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Saguaro cactus terrarium, £49.50, Red Candy

LIGHT UP Illuminated glass terrarium, £12.99, Lights4Fun

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Learn a new skill from the comfort of your craft table or armchair with help from Hobbycraft’s Get Started In... online tutorials. There are 16 exciting crafts to try, including sewing and cake decorating, floristry and macramé. Each guide includes step-by-step techniques, video tutorials, FAQs and numerous free projects on hand for instant inspiration. Visit hobbycraft.co.uk/ get-started to start your crafting adventure.

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MOSAIC ART

Once the focal points of ancient palaces and places of worship, mosaic art now takes a much more humble form, mostly applied to small-scale home crafts. However, the satisfying technique remains largely the same. Start by Mosaic tile drawing your design onto a solid nippers, £10, base, such as a table or piece of Hobbycraft MDF. Arrange broken tiles, pebbles and any other collected materials (known as tesserae) in your desired pattern, then stick down with strong glue.

Use grout to fill the spaces between your mosaic pieces. Leave to dry before wiping away the excess to reveal your mosaic.

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Give your fence a colourful

OMBRE EFFECT

Matthew Brown from Sadolin shows you how to liven up fence panels with paint

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ring an extra splash of colour to your outdoor space by pepping up fence panels with paint. Why stick to one shade when you can create an on-trend ombre effect with three or more colours? Neutral sandy shades have a laid-back feel or go bright for a fun garden backdrop!

Make a simple wreath with plants from your garden

YOU WILL NEED Sandpaper Methylated spirit Lint-free cloth or brush Masking tape Paint brush Outdoor paint

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Sadolin Superdec in Bleached Rose, Sandbank and Gingerbread, all £18.80 for 1ltr, The Paint Shed

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EXTERIOR PAINT BRUSHES ‘A fresh coat of paint on your fence improves curb appeal, and will treat and protect wood, ensuring it looks great for years.’

MATTHEW BROWN, TECHNICAL CONSULTANT,

Sadolin

FAST COVERAGE

Harris woodcare brush, £8, Wickes

COMFORT GRIP

Diall paintbrush, £8.23, B&Q

SMOOTH FINISH

Paint Partner brush, £2.50, Homebase

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SAND THE SURFACE It’s very important to make sure the wood is properly prepared. Start by sanding down the surface – a lowgrade sandpaper such as P180 or P240 is ideal. Sand in the direction of the grain.

DUST OFF THE TIMBER Use a cloth or brush to dust off the wood, even if it looks clean. Remember to brush across the grain as well as up and down. It will then need to be degreased with methylated spirits, using a clean, lint-free cloth while wearing gloves.

DIVIDE INTO SECTIONS To create an ombre effect, use masking tape to section the surface to achieve a more precise, tidy look.

Divide the fence panel into three sections – they don’t have to be the same size.

PAINT THE LOWER SECTION Use masking tape to section the top edge of the lower section. Paint the lower section in any shade using Sadolin’s Superdec range – as it is self-priming, it doesn’t require a primer. Let the first layer dry, then finish with one or two extra coats depending on the coverage desired.

FINISH THE UPPER SECTIONS Once the bottom section is dry, apply masking tape to the bottom edge of the top section. Paint the middle area in a different colour, applying two or three coats. When the middle section is dry, paint the top section in a lighter shade.

When the fence is dry, remove the tape.

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£220

Jambi multi-coloured lounger, Habitat

£120

Salsa two-seater garden sofa in Aegean Ombre, John Lewis & Partners

£179 for two

Brighten up your

Copa garden set dining chair in Citrus and Green, Made

GARDEN

Bring a splash of vibrant colour to your plot with a bold chair or bench

£175

Brusen three-seater outdoor sofa, Ikea

£29.99 £65

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Alma plastic garden chair, Danetti

£35

Rori rattan stacking chair in Green, Homebase

Kids’ mini egg chair, Dobbies

SUMMER GLOW

£132

BundleBerry Acapulco garden chair in Turquoise and Teal, Qvcuk.com

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Let’s take lunch

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Our test kitchen experts have created a tasty spread your family will love to make and eat together…

VEGGIE SCOTCH EGGS TAKES 40 MINS, PLUS CHILLING MAKES 6

6 medium eggs at room temperature 6 vegetarian sausages ½tbsp Dijon mustard 1 bunch each of parsley, chives and sage 1 beaten egg TO COAT 75g plain flour 2 eggs, beaten 150g panko breadcrumbs Oil, for deep frying

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Add the 6 eggs to a pan of water, bring to the boil, cook for 6 mins. Drain, peel, leave to cool.

Blitz the raw sausages, mustard, herbs and beaten egg in a food processor.

Lay double sheets of cling film, about 20x20cm, on a flat surface, and spread out of the sausage mixture. Top with an egg and wrap the cling film tightly to coat and seal. Repeat for the remaining eggs. Chill in the freezer for 20 mins.

Remove the cling film and roll the coated eggs into spheres.

Coat the eggs in flour, then beaten egg, then breadcrumbs. Fry in a deep pan half-filled with oil for 4-5 mins until golden. Leave to cool.

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PICNIC CLASSIC

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GOOD TO GO

PRAWN MAYO CUPS TAKES 15 MINS SERVES 4 2 slices sourdough bread, cut into cubes 2tbsp olive oil 280g cooked prawns 5tbsp mayonnaise 2tbsp ketchup 1tsp Worcestershire sauce ½ iceberg lettuce, finely sliced 1 avocado, cut into cubes Few herbs, to garnish YOU WILL ALSO NEED 4 jars

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Preheat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Toss the sourdough bread in olive oil and bake in the oven for 10 mins, until golden brown and toasted. Remove and allow to cool completely.

In a large bowl, mix together the prawns, mayonnaise and ketchup. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce; season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Layer the jars with lettuce, avocado and toasted bread cubes, then top with the prawn mixture. Add a few herbs for garnish and pop in the fridge.

Chill until ready to serve.

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PARSLEY CHIVES OR DILL WOULD WORK WELL AS GARNISH

SAUSAGE ROLLS TAKES 1 HR MAKES 22

400g sausage meat or minced pork 4 spring onions, finely sliced 25g walnuts, roughly chopped 1tsp fennel seeds 500g pack ready-made puff pastry (you may not need the whole packet) 1 egg, beaten 2tbsp sesame seeds

HARD TO STOP AT ONE!

1

Mix together the sausage meat or minced pork with the sliced spring onions, chopped walnuts and fennel seeds, and season well.

Preheat the oven to 200C/Gas 6.

Roll out the pastry, so it measures approx 30x50cm. Cut this rectangle in half, lengthways. Spread the sausage meat down each length, leaving a little gap on both sides. Brush one edge of the pastry with egg wash. Fold over the opposite side of the pastry, and use a fork to seal. Trim the edge slightly.

Brush the log with egg wash and sprinkle over the sesame seeds.

Cut each log into 11 sausage rolls measuring roughly 4cm. Place on a baking sheet in the oven and bake for 30 mins, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and allow to cool slightly before serving.

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PISSALADIERE TAKES 50 MINS, PLUS COOLING SERVES 6 60g butter 6 onions, finely sliced 2 sprigs thyme 3 garlic cloves, crushed 2tbsp muscovado sugar 2tbsp good-quality balsamic vinegar 3 pizza or bread wrap bases (we used Crosta & Mollica Piadina) 24 anchovies, drained 125g black olives, drained

NICE SLICE

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Melt the butter and cook the onions, along with the thyme, stirring constantly, on a medium heat for 15-20 mins until softened and caramelised. Stir in the garlic, sugar and vinegar, and cook for 5 mins.

Turn off the heat and allow to cool.

Heat the oven to 200C/Gas 6.

Spread the onions over the bases.

Divide the anchovies and olives between the bases, criss-crossing the anchovies over the onions and dotting the olives in between.

Place in the oven and bake for 15-18 mins until golden. Remove and allow to cool before slicing.

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YOU CAN COOK THE ONIONS THE DAY BEFORE – JUST COVER AND CHILL UNTIL NEEDED PORK TERRINE TAKES 1 HR 20 MINS, PLUS COOLING SERVES 12

MEAT SHOWSTOPPER

2 onions, chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 60g unsalted butter ½tsp ground nutmeg 1 bunch tarragon, chopped 60g pistachios 850g minced pork 125g bacon lardons 2tbsp apple jelly 2 x 80g packs Parma ham 2 apples, sliced 90g cornichons YOU WILL ALSO NEED 21cm spring-form tin, lined with greaseproof paper

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Preheat oven to 170C/Gas 3. Fry onion and garlic in butter until softened. Stir in nutmeg and tarragon, then take off the heat and put into a bowl. Stir through the pistachios, pork, lardons and apple jelly.

Line the tin with ham slices and press in half the pork mixture. Add half the sliced apples and cornichons, top with remaining pork mixture and another layer of cornichons. Place rest of ham over the top and finish with remaining apple slices.

Drizzle over a little oil, then seal with foil.

Pour boiling water into a roasting tin, about a quarter of the way up the sides.

Bake for 50 mins. Remove the foil and grill for 4-5 mins, until the apple caramelises.

Cover again with foil and leave to cool in the fridge. To serve, turn out of tin and cut Into thick slices.

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BAGEL CLUB SANDWICH TAKES 10 MINS SERVES 6 8 rashers smoked bacon 6tbsp light mayonnaise 4tsp wholegrain mustard 18 bagel thins (3 packs) ½ iceberg lettuce, shredded 8 slices turkey 16 sun-blushed tomatoes, drained 1 bunch watercress or 1 punnet mustard and cress 6 mini cocktail sticks

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Heat the grill and cook the bacon for 8 mins, turning as needed, until just becoming crispy.

Combine the mayonnaise and mustard. Spread the bagel cut surfaces with the mustard mayo. Put the lettuce on the base, adding half a slice of turkey and bacon.

Cook it

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Top with another bagel half, then pile on the remaining turkey and bacon, tomatoes and watercress. Add a final bagel half. Secure together with a cocktail stick. Wrap in waxed paper and tie with string for a rustic look, or wrap in cling film or foil if you prefer. Chill until required.

AWESOME SARNIE

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FETA AND RED PEPPER QUICHE TAKES 45 MINS SERVES 6

500g pack ready-made 6 eggs, shortcrust pastry 100ml double cream beaten 250g drained roasted red 2tbsp tomato purée peppers 100g feta cheese, broken up 1 courgette, sliced 1 small 1 bunch red onion, sliced Green parsley, finely chopped salad, to serve YOU WILL ALSO 22x32cm rectangular NEED baking tin, greased

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Preheat oven to 200C/Gas 6.

Roll out the pastry and use to line the tin, then bake blind for 15-18 mins until golden.

Beat together the eggs and cream, and season well with salt and pepper. Blitz together the drained peppers and tomato purée. Stir into the egg mixture with the feta cheese.

Pour the mixture into the pastry case and cook for 30-35 mins, until set.

On a separate tray, roast the courgette and onion slices for 15 mins until just charred.

Remove the quiche and allow to cool – top with courgettes, onions and parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature. Slice as desired, and serve with salad.

EASY PEASY

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YOU COULD ADD ANY SOFT CHEESE TO THIS MIXTURE – TRY RICOTTA OR MASCARPONE SILKY HOUMOUS TAKES 15 MINS MAKES APPROX 550G Juice of 1 lemon 1 garlic clove, crushed 3½tbsp tahini paste 2 x 400g cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed 5 ice cubes Drizzle of olive oil, to serve 2tbsp sesame seeds, to serve (optional)

SPEEDY DIP

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Mix together the lemon juice with the crushed garlic and tahini paste to make a smooth, loose paste. Put the chickpeas into a food processor.

Blitz for 30 secs, then add the tahini mixture. Blitz until everything comes together, then add ice cubes. Keep pulsing until the mixture changes to a smooth, creamy consistency.

To finish, season with a little salt and pepper, then transfer to a serving bowl, add a good drizzle of olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if using.

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PASTEIS DE NATA TAKES 50 MINS, PLUS COOLING MAKES 12

350ml whole milk Cinnamon stick Zest of ½ lemon 45g 300g caster sugar plain flour 4 egg yolks 1tsp vanilla bean paste 320g sheet ready-rolled puff pastry YOU WILL ALSO NEED 12-hole muffin tin

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Heat the oven to 220C/Gas 7 and grease the muffin tin with butter, then chill in the fridge until required.

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To make the filling, slowly heat the milk, cinnamon and zest in a pan and leave to simmer for 5-10 mins, then remove the cinnamon stick. Whisk ⅓ of the warm milk with the flour in a small bowl to form a smooth paste, then gradually whisk in the rest of the milk. Return to the pan and bring to the boil, whisking until thickened.

Heat the sugar with 200ml water until the sugar melts, then bring

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TASTY CUSTARD TARTS

to the boil and whisk for 4-5 mins until reduced to a syrup. Whisk this syrup into the milk, then pour over the egg yolks and vanilla in a large bowl and whisk to combine.

Roll out the pastry then roll back into a log. Cut the log into 12 rounds, and press a round, swirl side up, into each muffin hole. Divide the custard between the cases and bake for 15-20 mins.

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INGREDIENTS WE’VE USED AND LOVE Linda McCartney’s Red Onion & Rosemary Sausages.

Jason’s Bread White Ciabattin.

Stokes Real Tomato Ketchup.

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Instant summer spritz

Pedrino, £1.95 for 200ml, Waitrose & Partners and Ocado

You may not be sunning yourself in Italy right now, but that doesn’t mean you can’t treat yourself to a little pre-dinner aperitivo in the garden. We’re loving Pedrino served over ice, but it’s equally delicious mixed with an additional shot of your favourite spirit to create an instant spritz cocktail. Take your pick from Pedrino vermouth, ruby port or sherry flavours, then just cross your fingers and hope for a warm, sunny evening.

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SIMPLE DINNER FOR ONE Vegan Lasagne, £3, Waitrose & Partners

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VEGAN OPTIONS

OLD FAVE BACK ON THE MENU Gü Free From Cheesecakes, £3.50 for two, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons

PIZZA THE ACTION

Goodfella’s Meatless Mediterranean Pizza, £2.50, Sainsbury’s and Asda

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Enjoy some of our favourite new tasty summer discoveries

If you’re a fan of both strawberries and a good old classic malt loaf, this is the perfect new little elevenses snack for you. Plus, the kids will love it in their lunch boxes when schools go back, too. Strawberry is the fourth addition to the Soreen family, joining the much-loved apple, banana and original malt flavours.

Like its predecessors, it’s deliciously gooey and the individual portion sizes help keep snacking in check.

Strawberry Lunchbox Loaves, £1.40 for five, Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Co-Op, Ocado and Iceland

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Mr Lee’s Noodles, £2.50 for 68g, Asda, Holland & Barrett, Ocado, Amazon.co.uk

Cheat’s eats!

Oodles of noodles in a flash… well, in three minutes. If you are looking for an upgrade from the original brand of noodles in a pot, Mr Lee’s is a good option. These cups contain no nasties at all and are made using only the finest ingredients Mr Lee can get his hands on, plus he doesn’t skimp on the filling.

UICY GOSS –INNOCENT HAS LAUNCHED A NEW PURPLE SUPER JUICE TO ADD TO ITS RAINBOW COLLECTION MADE FROM POMEGRANATE, RASPBERRIES, APPLE AND ROSE WATER. POWER TO THE PURPLE, £2. FOR 750ML £1.29 FOR 330ML, TESCO

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