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I used to be so organised my friends nicknamed me ‘Monica’ (Geller), but the super-orderly part of my brain switched itself off when I had my twins, and I’ve been striving to reboot it ever since! You’d never describe my home as ‘minimal’, but for me a tidy house does equal a tidy mind, so keeping on top of clutter is a priority. If you’re the same, I know you’ll love the tips and buys in our extended ‘10-Minute Declutter’ on page 104. You can never have too many baskets, right? This month, we’re wishing Style at Home Happy 10th Birthday! Launched in 2011 for design-savvy home enthusiasts on a tight budget, Style at Home has been a riot of creativity and great ideas ever since. Check out the team’s favourite features from the past 10 years on page 84, and here’s to the next decade of SAH fun! Heather Young, Editor
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‘I ADORE USING BOLD COLOURS’ First-time buyer Gemma’s eclectic style has made her home stand out ‘WE’RE DOTTY FOR MONOCHROME!’ Laura’s clever use of black and white really hits the spot ‘THIS PALETTE IS SO SOOTHING’ Space and light were a priority for Jannine’s serene renovation TRY A SPEEDY STYLE UPDATE Fun and simple ideas to make the most of your home 10 YEARS OF STYLE AT HOME Highlights from the first decade of your favourite homes magazine ‘WE’VE MADE IT LIGHT & BRIGHT’ Karen’s statement floor takes pride of place in her now-spacious kitchen ‘A RETRO-STYLE SHOWER WAS A MUST’ Ellie cleverly stretched her budget to create her dream en suite
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FIESTA FLAIR Party pieces to bring a sense of occasion to your table BEST IN STORE Our pick of the best high-street trends for the new season WALLPAPERS WITH WOW Take a walk through wildflower meadows HIGH-STREET NEWS The scoop on what’s hot right now JAPANDI Japanese elegance meets the simplicity of Scandinavian styling URBAN TROPICS Blend gold pieces, lush greenery and Miami-vibe shades RAINBOW REFRESH The sky’s the limit mixing colour and fun prints MODERN MONOCHROME Give black and white a twist with bold accents MIX AND MATCH A neutral backdrop lets eclectic accessories shine
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Weekend projects, DIY advice & styling tips
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Make it Cook it Step-by-step Our fave craft ideas & upcycling how-tos
recipes and top foodie buys
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Laura’s mono scheme gives her home a cohesive look
Ellie’s en suite got a bold colour update
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93 CLASSIC SCANDI Combine pale wood with black and a burst of yellow 99 FRESH AND GREEN Work in a vibrant hue to update a monochrome palette 122 10 UNDER £10 Organise your office space without busting the budget
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THE STYLE BOOK Timeless trends MAKE EVERY SPACE WORK HARDER Display, upcycling and storage ideas to make life easier 92 SHEET VINYL FLOORING Add wow to your space at an affordable price 98 METAL-FRAMED SHOWERS Give your bathing space an industrial vibe 102 FIND A SMART SOLUTION Genius ways to make everyday life easier 104 10-MINUTE DECLUTTER A threepage super-speedy tidying special 107 DO IT YOURSELF Be handy at home 108 FLORAL CANOPY Create a table focal point from old bicycle wheels
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OMBRE WALL HANGING Dip-dyed decoration in graded colour 45 FLORAL COASTERS Serve refreshments in style 75 WASHI TAPE ART An easy way to create a unique piece to display 109 MAKE IT YOURSELF Inspiring workshops and crafting must-haves
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PLUM & HAZELNUT TART Treat the family to this fruity dessert 110 MIDWEEK MEALS Healthy and easy recipes for every night of the week 117 SUPERMARKET NEWS Pop these on the grocery list Tweet us your comments at @styleathomemag – we’d love to hear what you think of your fave mag! SEPTEMBER 2021 | 5
FIESTA FLAIR
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Bring festival vibes to the party with this Boho Spice collection. Upgrade partyware with re-usable pieces such as colourful garlands, a statement pitcher and tinted glass candleholders. The Mexican-inspired paper napkins will add a floral finale.
Candle holders, £14 each; dinner candles, £40 for 12; Mexican Papel Picado bunting, £12; pom-pom garland, £12.75; floral napkins, £4 for 20; glass jug, £35; blue bowl, £22.50; orange bowl, £33.75, all Boho Spice Collection, Talking Tables
Create a centrepiece by trailing a garland down the table along with simple green stems
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Bubble glass jug, £22, Next Home
Cherries jug, £15, Cath Kidston
Embossed jug, £12, Habitat
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Best IN STORE Refresh your room schemes for the new season with our pick of the latesthigh-street trends Blue turtle
pattern cushion, £6
Turtle storage, £20
Natural shell cushion, £7
Turtle planter, £8
George Home
FLORIDA BLUES
Escape to sandy shores with sealife motifs and marine shades
Navy diamond indoor-outdoor rug, from £20 Turtle towel, from £4
Turtle bath mat, £9
Artificial palm plant in decorative pot, £18
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Cotton waffle throw, £15
COSY UP TIME
BEST IN STORE
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Black ceramic and wood table lamp, £129
Tiara XXL mirror in coconut wood, £230
Keita seagrass basket, £40
Scenaria plain organic cotton pillowcase in Sienna, £9
Copita metal floor lamp, £70
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BOHO TRAVELLER Kick back among natural rattan and sun-drenched hues
Kuro ceramic and rattan vase, £70
Nala Berberstyle rug, from £95
WOVEN SEAT
Adas Indian style bench in mango wood and rope, £210
Shaker plain fringed blanket, £75
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BEST IN STORE Velvet stripe cushion, £12
Tony desk lamp in Lichen, £20
Charlotte throw in Plaster, £25 Spectrum Solo portable DAB+FM digital radio in Mustard, £40
John Lewis & Partners Glass carafe with cork stopper, 1ltr, £15 Floral crop cushion, £20
BOLD BRIGHTS
Create an uplifting look with vibrant colours and modern shapes
Clapton sofa bed in Fraser Teal, £299
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SLEEK FRAME
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Berber runner style rug in Grey, £60
Motion corduroy upholstered dining chair in Terracotta, £199 for two
WILDLIFE WALK
Meadow Floral in Indigo, £17.99 a roll, Arthouse at Wallpaper Direct
DELICATE STEMS
FIELDS OF GOLD
GoodHome Bifora Floral in Purple, £16 a roll, B&Q
Superfresco Easy Aura in Ochre, £16.95 a roll, Homebase
Wallpapers WITH WOW Take inspiration from hazy days among wildflower meadows and swaying grasses
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SCANDI SILHOUETTES Superfresco Easy Megan Floral in Grey & Yellow, £16 a roll, B&Q
PAINTERLY STROKES
Violet Grasses in Cobalt, £49 a roll, Sanderson at Wallpaper Direct
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NEWS
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A lush line-up
FOLLOW THE LIGHT With 20 years’ experience as a lighting buyer for high-street heroes such as BHS and Debenhams, Claire Woodward knows a thing or two about creating gorgeous illuminations. Now she’s founded Mabel Home & Lighting, where her first designs are all about the exposed bulb, teamed with brass and smoked glass for a touch of industrial glam.
Clifton ceiling light, £75; Montpelier globe ceiling light, £80; Redland table lamp, £45, all Mabel Home & Lighting
Tablescaping may have been the big summer trend but it’s all about mantelscaping for autumn. Whether above the fireplace or on a sideboard, you can create a focal point with a curated display of your favourite treasures. ‘When planning your mantelscape, go for accessories that have a common colour thread or pattern to create a cohesive look, which could be either tonal or one colour. And make sure you mix up height, shape and texture,’ says Daisy Coombes at Sass & Belle. The top tip: group the objects in odd numbers, then rearrange as the mood takes you.
High-street
Polka dot leggy planter, £5; Terracotta angled totem vase, £11; Nala leggy planter, £11; Amira vase, £18; Geometric leggy planter, £9, all Sass & Belle
NEWS
What’s new, what’s hot now… you heard it here first!
It’s everywhere! LILAC
SOFT HUE
Purple Orchid wood paint, £18 for 750ml, Thorndown
PASTEL STORAGE The Shorty locker, £129, Rose & Grey
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PRETTY ABSTRACT
Art Is Anything poster, from £7.95, Desenio
VINTAGE CHIC Twisted candles in Orchid, £12 for two, Rose & Grey
UPCYCLER’S HANDBOOK Annie Sloan created her unique formula for chalk paint in 1990 and has since become an upcycling guru. In her inspiring new book, she has compiled 75 step-by-step projects that use chalk paint to make-over the home, along with plenty of tips and tricks for achieving fabulous results. The projects teach the essential skills of stencilling, printing, waxing, gilding and dyeing fabric. The Annie Sloan Collection (£19.99, Cico Books)
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NATURAL CURVES Elmley shade, £60, Habitat
TIME TO REFLECT Black metal mirror, £12, Matalan
SPACE SAVING
BAMBOO LEAVES
Folding cane chair, £99, John Lewis & Partners
Black leaf planter, £8, Dunelm
EASY TO CARE FOR
BED & BREAKFAST
Bamboo serving tray, £10, Wilko
Trend spotting TINY GARDEN
Artificial Bonsai tree, £12, George Home
JAPANDI Go for a Zen vibe with a Japanese-Scandi combo
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ombine the simplicity and practicality of Scandinavian design with the elegant minimalism of Japanese style to create this calming look. Bamboo and rattan blend seamlessly with black lacquer and smooth stoneware, while sleek curves are juxtaposed against structured lines. The subdued colour palette adds to the serene feel.
SLEEK LINES
Bamboo floor lamp, £45, George Home
WONDER WALL
Cane arched shelf, £35, Habitat
LIGHT IT UP
PERFECT BLEND Bedside table, £30, B&M
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FULL CIRCLE
Metal candlestick, £8.99, H&M
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SMART LOOK
Hestia wicker effect lantern, £35, Very
JAPANDI
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Contrast black accents with a neutral paint
Duvet Day flat matt paint, £40 for 2.5ltr, Coat
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The NewLook
URBAN TROPICS
A white hot finish teamed with power palms and gold accents creates a fresh, glam space White textured cabinet, £375; Stella accent chair, £275; Fretwork cushion, £20; Ocean Drive rug, £120; Pineapple framed print by Rafael Farias, from £40, all Next Home
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1.Go glossy
This super sleek look is kind of showy, so go for shiny finishes for occasional furniture, with ultra luxe marble and lacquered polish, and choose highlights in the form of shiny brass.
2. Pick tropical greens
Insert botanicals that have a structured shape. Include houseplants, from cool, desert cacti to large-leaf palms. Display beautiful fan-like stems in shapely vases and graphic shapes in artwork.
NEW LOOK
3. Hang a modern chandelier With all-white decor, you need some statement pieces to break up the simplicity, so hang a wow-factor pendant light with a sculptural, multi-arm, retro design.
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TUTTI FRUTTI
Marble effect pedestal dining table, £425; Iva dining chairs, £180 for two; Miami framed art, £75 for set of four; Remi 6 light ceiling pendant, £180; Cactus Main print by 83 Oranges, from £40; Green lustre vase, £16; Pink glass vase, £25, all Next
Glass pastel vase, £20, Mint & May
CHIC SHADE
Olson wall light, £40, BHS
4. Pop in some pastels
This white scheme is perfect for a petite apartment, making it bright and uncomplicated. But it can feel clinical without any colour – pastel accents will add subtle interest to an otherwise blank canvas and maintain that open, contemporary feel.
STRIKINGSTRUCTURE
Modern Cactus illustrated print, £40, Abstract House
Nail the style
MODERN MIAMI Glamorous brass highlights meet with playful pastels
BLING RINGS
Gold circles mirror, £28, Matalan
LUSH PALMS
Babylon Garden side plate, £1, B&M
GET INTO THE GROOVE
Barcelona bedside table, £50, Habitat
GOLDEN TOUCH
Artificial plant, £12.99, B&M
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‘I adore using COME ON IN!
ABOUT ME I’m Gemma Gear, 29, a TV design producer and interior stylist @thatssogemma, thatssogemma.com. I live here with my partner Tom, 31, an accountant, and our cocker spaniel, Digby. MY HOME A two-bedroom late Victorian terrace in Worthing, West Sussex, bought in August 2019. WHEN WE MOVED IN It was lacklustre and dated, with yellow laminate, magnolia walls and an avocado bathroom suite. AND NOW We gutted the kitchen and bathroom, painted everything white, then added colour and pattern to create a decor that’s characterful and unique. STYLE TIP I try not to be too matchy-matchy or dwell on current trends, but simply fill my house with things that I love. 20 | SEPTEMBER 2021
FIRST CHOICE
‘The cobalt blue sofa was a starting point for the living room palette. Then I added complementary pops of yellow, and finished with clashing accent colours and pattern’
TERRACED HOUSE
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BOLD COLOURS’
Renovating her first home gaveGemma the opportunity to properly explore her style and to create an eclectic look that’s filled with fun and bursts of colour
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e weren’t planning on leaving our rented flat straight away, but when our landlord gave us two months’ notice, we weren’t left with much choice!’ says Gemma. ‘So, we took it as a sign to buy our own place and moved in with Tom’s parents while we scoured the market. This Victorian terrace was about the twentieth property we looked at, and it was just down the road from our old flat. The interior hadn’t been touched since the 1970s, with yellow laminate flooring downstairs, Artex ceilings and magnolia walls. However, we loved the original wooden doors, original wooden flooring upstairs and the two gorgeous fireplaces. I knew that all it needed was some TLC and an injection of colour – along with a total kitchen and bathroom revamp!
First steps We got the keys in summer 2019 but
didn’t move in until October. During that time, we got straight to work on some of the pressing jobs. We sanded floorboards upstairs, plastered the ceilings and had new skirtings and architraves fitted. The bathroom was in a really sorry state. It was an old avocado suite with no storage space and the bath was cracked down the side. So we gutted it and rejigged the layout to fit a big vanity cabinet, which holds all our clutter. The last job before moving in was painting the whole house white. I wanted a blank canvas to work from, where I could try out different looks – much easier with a neutral backdrop.
Finding my style Friends often ask me how I choose the colours in our house – honestly, I just
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RIGHT LIGHT
‘My living room is north facing but still gets a lot of light, so I could paint the chimney breast a rich blue without the room feeling dark’
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Lay plush patterned rugs to protect original hardwood floors from scuffing’ 22 | SEPTEMBER 2021
ARTISTIC LICENCE ‘I designed the dining room around the Andy Warhol print. The pink is subtly echoed in the stripy rug’
E A MOOD BOARD TO FIGURE OUT YOUR COLOUR ‘CREATSCHEME – IT’S EASIER TO IMAGINE HOW EVERYTHING WOULD COME TOGETHER IN THE SPACE’
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RAINBOW WREATH Plan your wreath by drawing
EDGY FEEL
‘Black accents sharpen the decor throughout and I love the contrast of black against white walls and all my colourful patterns’
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it out on a large sheet of paper using coloured pencils, or by laying out the dried flowers you’re going to use in a circle. Make small bundles of dried flowers, arranging each bundle according to your design. Ensure the bundles aren’t too large, as these are harder to secure. Using thick garden wire, attach your bundles to a metal wreath frame one at a time. Begin with the bundles at the back and work your way forward. Attach a wire loop at the back to hang on your chosen wall. To keep your wreath in nearly-new condition all year round, keep it out of direct sunlight and don’t display it in a humid area.
go for it! Sometimes I start with a statement piece of furniture, like the cobalt blue sofa in our living room, and work from there using the colour wheel. I chose a bright contrasting yellow for the standard lamp and rug, and those pieces prompted the entire palette. Then, I tried clashing different colours for everything else until I settled on this design. Choosing accessories was really helpful in finding my style because they’re easy to experiment with. I tried out cushions, throws and vases in various patterns and colours, kept the ones that worked and repurposed or returned the rest. I love the joy colour brings. It lifts your mood and you can’t help but feel happy in the space.
Blank canvas My office is a different story. My job is to be open minded and able to appreciate the benefits of many different styles. Bearing this in mind was crucial when it came to decorating the office. I wanted my workplace to be neutral and low-key, so that when I’m working on a styling project, I’m not influenced by my personal taste. I’ve decorated
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CLEVER FIT
‘The kitchen is only 6sq m but we managed to add a compact dishwasher and even squeeze in a wine cooler!’
3 of the best... TRAYS
Serve up and display these patterned designs GORGEOUS GRAPHIC
Asta Barrington Love tray, £27.50, Daisy Park
TASTE OF THE TROPICS Madagascar Sloth tray, £12, Dunelm
VEGGIE LINE-UP
Home Grown printed tray, £30, Sophie Allport
TEST RUN
IN A SMALL KITCHEN CHOOSE CLEVER ‘ SPACE HACKS SUCH AS HIDDEN DRAWERS AND PULL-OUT SPICE RACKS’
with plenty of lush houseplants, though. As well as bringing life to the space, I love their calming and air-purifying properties. This room gives me space to breathe and create.
Artistic inspiration I think art is so important when it comes
to my sense of design. A statement piece can inspire the look for an entire room – the Andy Warhol print in the dining room certainly did. We lifted pinks and oranges from it, and chose furniture with those colours in mind. All our art has meaning, whether it’s the Frida Kahlo print (she’s one of my icons) in our bedroom, where I’ve paid homage to her style by 24 | SEPTEMBER 2021
decorating with plenty of colour and greenery, or the pizza slogan print in the kitchen, which is a bit of fun. Throughout the house we’ve mixed punchy statement pieces that stand alone with funky gallery walls, to avoid everything being overly matchy-matchy.
Hands on I’ve always been very hands on when it
comes to DIY. We did all the sanding and painting ourselves when we first moved in, to keep costs down. However, having the house to work on during lockdown was a lifesaver. I channelled all my energy into my DIY blog (thatssogemma.com), as I had so much time at home because
‘I try out a look using accessories, as they’re easier to return than expensive big-ticket items’
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IDEA TO STEAL
‘Hang retro signage for a mood-boosting pop of colour’
BRIGHT START
‘The fabulous orange tap inspired the whole kitchen design. I love the colour as it feels much more fun than your usual chromeand-white scheme’
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FOCAL POINT
‘The original fireplace was one of the features that made me fall in love with the house. I painted it white, then stencilled a colourful hearth in front’
IDEA TO STEAL
AND SEE HOW MUCH LIGHT EACH ROOM GETS – ‘WAIT THIS WILL INFLUENCE YOUR CHOICE OF COLOURS’
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filler, then sand the area. Paint a base coat with masonry paint. Make or order a gorgeous stencil pattern. Use a stencilling brush and/or sponge to paint. Regular paintbrushes will cause the paint to seep under the stencil. Tape your design securely to the hearth and begin painting the first section in colours of your choice. Carefully remove the stencil, leave to dry, then repeat. Seal with a mixture of PVA and water. 26 | SEPTEMBER 2021
‘Hang a naked lightbulb to create a minimalist reading lamp’
my line of work basically shut down for five months over the summer. When it was all getting serious last year, we decided to order fence panels, AstroTurf, masonry paint, festoon lights – everything we might need to transform the garden. We got stuck in and spent the first two months in the sun every day making it into a really lovely space.
Final push The small galley kitchen was the last
major project. The previous kitchen was naff but liveable, so we prioritised the bathroom and waited until we had the money to do it up. It’s amazing how renovating just one room can take over the whole rest of the house! While we redid the kitchen, we were living off microwave meals and leftovers from our parents – it was all worth it in the end though! I wanted to maximise storage and utility, without compromising on style. We worked with Benchmarx who offer a
FINDING BALANCE
‘I’ve left the skirting board, high shelf and the wall behind it painted white to balance out the infusion of pattern and colour in our bedroom’
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WORK SPACE
‘I’ve gone for mellow yellows, an abundance of plant life and natural textures to create a soothing work zone’
ORGANISED SPACE
‘My office was littered with craft supplies, so I made them into a feature by creating this colourful pegboard’
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VICTORIAN TERRACE
LABOUR OF LOVE
‘The garden is now a wonderful space to entertain’
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complete design service, which made all the difference. They thought of things we wouldn’t have dreamed of until it’s all in and it’s too late. The bright orange tap is a focal point and it inspired the palette for the whole room. I made a mood board, played around with colours, then settled on pairing the orange with aqua for a scheme that feels fresh and fun. I even found a gluggle jug to match!
Future plans Now we’ve finished the house (with the exception of the tiny loo downstairs), I’m excited for a new project. Doing up my own place has given me so much freedom to fully explore my style.’
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Where tobuy her style
HABITAT From stylish furniture to fun accessories, take your pick of colourful and funky designerled pieces at affordable prices. HOMESENSE You never know what gems you’ll find! It’s worth a good rummage. LA REDOUTE Offering gorgeous modern bohemian trends, it often has unique pieces that you don’t see anywhere else. WAYFAIR A veritable warehouse of anything and everything you might want in your home! A good mix of higher end prices and complete bargains.
MONO THEME
‘Using black and white makes the space feel elegant and I love the interest created by the different tiles’
£31
Every day is a fiesta with this cushion cover, IAN SNOW
£114.99
Mix natural and man-made materials. Uxbridge 1-light cone pendant, WAYFAIR
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RAINBOWREFRESH £17 Combine lively colours, bold patterns and fun furnishings to create a playful boho vibe
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emma’s home sparks joy through her use of colour and pattern. Bold primary shades interspersed with a riot of rainbow hues come to life against white walls and panels of block colour. A diverse collection of wall art contributes to bringing a hefty dose of personality to Gemma’s decor, along with Frida Kahlo motifs and typography prints. Retro-inspired lighting and considered furniture choices also play their part in creating fun-packed and inviting schemes.
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Keep it on the arm of the sofa. Samba wool throw, NORDIC NEST TNARRUD EINAHPETS ERUTAEF
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for three
Too pretty to light! Dip-dye candles, THE JOY EDIT
PRETTY PETAL
£120
Introduce a frivolous boho touch. Poppy field pouffe, FRENCH CONNECTION HOME
£129
Add vintage flair. Innovators rattan-style chair, QVCUK.COM
RAINBOW REFRESH
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A botanical take on an icon. Frida floral art print, DESENIO
£225
Always be ready to entertain with this Bloomingville fine bar cart, SWEETPEA & WILLOW
HAPPY HOUR
£30
A vibrant task light is perfect for dark corners. Benson floor lamp in Mustard, ARGOS
£447
Sink back into absolute luxury. Debbie three-seater sofa in Royal Blue velvet, CULT FURNITURE
£95
Guaranteed for style and comfort. Berber shaggy hand-woven wool rug, HABITAT
£10
Comes complete with an on-trend natural planter. Large leafy faux plant in rattan basket, PRIMARK SEPTEMBER 2021 | 31
Make it
OMBRE WALL HANGING
Make it THIS MONTH’S
Rit liquid dye in Emerald and Dark Green, £6.85 each, Amazon. Retwisst natural macramé trim, £10 for 500g, Hobbycraft. Pine dowel 9x900mm, £1.17, B&Q
Knot macramé string onto a wooden dowel. Prepare one lighter dye and one darker shade in separate buckets. Dip two-thirds of the strings in the lighter dye; squeeze out excess. Dip the ends in the darker dye to create an ombre effect. Hang up to dry.
Use masking tape to achieve a straight line
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PATH TO SUCCESS
‘I painted the black and white pathway myself, but I’d like tiles one day’
‘We’re dotty for IDEA TO STEAL
‘A bright piece of furniture stands out and stops a room from looking predictable’
COME ON IN!
ABOUT ME I’m Laura Tamcken, 36, a banking associate. I live with my husband Mitchell, 28, who works in e-commerce, plus our two cats, Hiro and Ron. OUR HOME A three-bed Victorian terrace in Shoeburyness, Essex. We moved here in September 2017. WHEN WE MOVED IN The house had been left empty for nine months and had an overgrown garden, nicotine-stained walls and damp that needed sorting straight away. AND NOW We have fully replaced the mouldy bathroom, fitted a brand-new kitchen, replastered, painted and decorated all the rooms. Next stop – the garden. STYLE TIP Shop your home! We created our own individual style with hand-painted walls by using paint we already had in our home. 34 | SEPTEMBER 2021
IN THE FRAME
‘We have loads of pictures and prints dotted around – I think it’s nice to mix it up and it makes our house more personal to us’
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MONOCHROME!’
Their Victorian dream needed plenty of work, but room byroom, Laura and her husband Mitchell havebrought this period property back to life
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ur previous home was a lovely new build in the countryside but our commutes were more than two hours each,’ says Laura. ‘It made sense to move closer to work, we just needed to find the right house. We had viewed around five properties when I saw this come up online – it was just down the road from Mitch’s work and is a stone’s throw from the beach. The only photo was of the front of the house but I loved it. As soon as we walked in, we knew it was the one for us. Both of our parents came to view it and thought we were crazy to take on such a huge project!
First things first The first room to be gutted was the living
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room. I had dreams of opening up false walls and finding original fireplaces or dreamy tiles… instead we found concrete and a lot of bodge jobs. We went for a monochrome scheme and our blue velvet chair from the Sofology sale added a little bit of vibrancy. Next, we ripped out the bathroom and continued with the monochrome palette. We did get professionals in to finish the job, but I had a stroke of luck and found an absolute steal on Facebook Marketplace – a bath and taps for only £50. We also started work in the kitchen, which was old, tiny and to be frank, a bit dingy. We knocked down walls to create a longer and brighter galley kitchen, with plenty of light flooding in. Our Ikea kitchen was exactly what we were looking for and I fell in love with the faux marble worktops. We decided to go for SEPTEMBER 2021 | 35
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VICTORIAN TERRACE
PAIR UP
‘The gold garland from Other Letters ties in nicely with the tassels on the plant basket’
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Add a window frame mirror for the illusion of an extra room’
Do it!
UPCYCLE OLD TREASURES
Along with the obvious sites such as eBay, look on local selling or swapping pages on Facebook and charity shops – you never know what you might find! Just remember to double-check measurements before you hand over any cash. Don’t be shy in asking friends or family if they’re getting rid of anything anytime soon; if they won’t accept money from you, you can always thank them with flowers or baked goods. Make sure you do the prep work before you get creative; giving your item a deep clean and a light sand can make the world of difference to the final finish.
BACK TO BLACK
‘I decided to paint our conservatory black to complement the monochrome aesthetic’
E AN INTERESTING ARCHITECTURAL FEATURE BY ‘CREAT PAINTING THE LOWER HALF OF A WALL A DARKER COLOUR TO REALLY GROUND THE ROOM’ open shelving instead of upper units as it makes the space feel bigger, and saved us money. It’s also a great excuse to buy new accessories and houseplants!
Finding ourway Next on our list was to have the dining
room replastered. However, once the dust quite literally settled, it became clear that we needed to replace all the floors – so we fitted new flooring throughout the downstairs ourselves to keep costs down. It was back-breaking work, but just so rewarding by the end. The carpet on the staircase was ripped up and the stairs sanded, primed and painted white. I have 36 | SEPTEMBER 2021
a real affinity for polka dots and had decorated the hallway with dotty stickers, so decided to jazz up the stairs using the same products from Kiddy Sticks. We then added a little bit of sunshine with the yellow wall at the top of the stairs, which looks so cheerful against the monochrome.
From project to home Nine months after we got the keys to the
house we got married, so all renovation funds went into the wedding pot instead. We arrived home from honeymoon feeling refreshed and ready to start again. It was a good job we had a renewed sense of energy as, just after a year of
SPACE MAKER
‘I couldn’t wait to knock down an archway and the existing WC to create this bigger kitchen. It’s so much more sociable now’
EASY UPDATE
‘Rather than buying a black washing machine and tumble dryer I’ve used stickers from Kiddy Sticks to add personality to what we already have’
PURRFECT PICTURE
‘This cat print from Iamfy is a nod to our two little fur babies’
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IDEA TO STEAL
‘Make a statement with an on-trend cluster pendant’
DOTTED LINES
‘I painted this wall using the Liberty matt paint from B&Q and decided to add some copper accessories’
3 of the best
GRAPHIC MONOCHROME WALLPAPERS Create a strong statement with bold designs
VINTAGE VIBE
Layla Faye Dot Swish in Monochrome, £39.50 a roll, Wallpaper Direct
ANIMATED ABSTRACT
Doodle wallpaper in Monochrome, £36 a roll, Lust Home
STRONG SPOTS
Easy Dotty wallpaper by Art For The Home, £16 a roll, Next Home
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EVERYDAY SUNSHINE ‘We painted the wall at the top of the stairs in Stratford on Avon by Valspar to stand out against the monochrome stairs and gallery wall’
TAKE YOUR TIME WHEN RENOVATING YOUR HOME, ‘YOU ’LL FIND YOUR TASTES WILL CHANGE AND YOU DON’T WANT TO REDECORATE UNNECESSARILY’
living here, we discovered that the roof was leaking. We had it “fixed” four times before it was finally secure – luckily, we had a savings pot that we were able to dip into.
Paint and personality With all the money saved in lockdown LIGHT TOUCH
‘We didn’t want a standard light and so we thought we’d take advantage of the high ceilings and go for this one from Matalan’
we’ve been able to complete the last few rooms, including the conservatory, which to no one’s surprise I painted black! It really connects the space to the house now and is a lovely spot to have breakfast. Ticking all these jobs off has been a blessing, especially as I am now excitedly expecting our first child. I’ve loved every minute of decorating the nursery and as we were painting upstairs anyway we thought ‘why not?’ and refreshed our
bedroom, going from a dark botanical wallpaper to a calming mural from Rebel Walls. We also put down a super-soft carpet after years of having exposed floorboards – something Mitch was very excited to see the back of.
Money matters We didn’t have a budget for each room,
because we tackled them as and when we could afford to. We’ve tried to be savvy – the flooring downstairs all came from B&Q; we would wait for the 3-for-2 weekends where we would snap up the flooring and underlay, saving us hundreds. I’ve also picked up a lot of bargains on Facebook Marketplace or from family and friends when they’re giving furniture SEPTEMBER 2021 | 39
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Do it!
JAZZ UP A BATHROOM WALL First decide on your design,
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taking inspiration from your favourite magazines. Measure the wall and, if relevant, work out any spacings between designs. Use a spirit level to make sure everything lines up. Laura used a triangle from a maths set to achieve the desired effect. She did one row of up and one row of down – again, this was drawn on with pencil. Once all the lines were completed, Laura used an old make-up brush to go over the lines. You’ll need a steady hand. If you’re right-handed it might be easier to go from left to right. Finally, step back and admire your handiwork!
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CURVE APPEAL
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‘Houseplants bring a real sense of nature and make a room feel so relaxing’
GOING BOLD
‘I painted this wall myself using Liberty matt paint from B&Q. It was something I did on a whim at the start of the first lockdown’
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‘I think this arch-shaped mirror from B&Q stops this little corner from looking too stark’
SWEET DREAMS
TOT SPOT
‘It feels like this cot was made for this corner. The orange strip is Valencia matt paint from B&Q’
‘Our simple white bedding from George at Asda lets our Rebel Walls mural do all the talking’
EYE-CATCHING MURAL DOES MORE THAN LOOK GOOD – ‘AN IT ALSO COVERS ANY IMPERFECTIONS IN THE WALL’ away. I am more than happy to give an old piece of furniture a new lease of life with a lick of paint! I love to create feature walls using leftover paint; these are what I am most proud of as people always comment on them. monochrome interiors with splashes of colour. You can see more of my style @lifeatthegreyhouse. We’ve really enjoyed renovating our home, but we wouldn’t have achieved as much as we have without help from our family, who have given up weekends to help us. We’ve lived here throughout the whole renovation, including when we didn’t have an oven for six months so we had to cook on a camping gas stove –something I’m in no rush to do again. Now all we have left to do is finish the front and back gardens and run through a small snag list for the house, which could be interesting with a newborn!’
IKEA The iconic Swedish retailer is a one-stop shop for on-trend furniture and accessories, ideal for those on a budget FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE Pick up a bargain or two on local selling pages – perfect for those who love to upcycle too. H&M HOME Affordable and oh-so-stylish pieces for those who want something a little different. MODERN PRINT STUDIO Fun and playful posters and prints – although not all are kid-friendly! KIDDY STICKS These vinyl wall stickers may be aimed at children, but we think they’re great for all ages.
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Pushing on I think we’ve found our niche of
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£15
Not just for Christmas! Gold tinsel fringe garland, FOLK INTERIORS
£10 a roll Make sure your statement wall hits the spot. Dottie wallpaper, DUNELM
SPOT ON!
£149
Hang over a dining table for drama. Heather globe cluster light, MADE
Buy Laura’s style…
MODERN MONOCHROME
£95
Create an illusion and open the room. Arch window mirror, M&S
Punctuate graphic black and white prints by mixing in bold shots of colour
GNILLOC ALEHCIM ERUTAEF
£14
Mix among a gallery wall. Tribal eye mirror, SASS & BELLE
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aura has given her home a clean and crisp finish by pairing black and white with bold, patterned wallpapers as hero design features. Flashes of rich colours such as mustard, tangerine and turquoise bring a sense of depth that cosies up the spaces. Warm copper and gold accents add an eclectic edge that also contrasts the white backdrop and busy pattern with elevated, metallic highlights.
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Throw in an abstractboho edge. Flower girl canvas cushion, HAMJAM AT FY!
£18
Add a little bling to your plant display. Brushed metal planter, MATALAN
MONOCHROME
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from £18
Bring warm hues to the fresh look. Faux rosy eucalyptus stem, ROSE & GREY
A fun floor filler. Monochrome polka dot rug, GEORGE HOME
DESIGN CLASSIC
£199
£14
A timeless streamlined profile. Eamesstyle dining table, PASH CLASSICS
Warm Ochre leaf effect vase, DUNELM
COLOUR BURST
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Pick some positivity for the wall. Knitted wire words, KNITKNACKUK AT ETSY
£399
Add a punchy peacock tone. Grosvenor Collection slipper chair, SOFASOFA
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A trick to disguise plant pots. Bluemake woven seagrass belly basket, AMAZON
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e all love the opportunity to flex our individuality and try a new look when decorating our homes, which is what makes Tile Giant so amazing. These folk are the experts when it comes to walls and floors with hundreds of designs for you to choose from – making the creative possibilities endless.
The Boston range has a soft matt finish
Style advice Tile Giant offers the ultimate inspiration
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Trend launch Staying ahead of the game, Tile Giant has
AN INDUSTRIAL FEEL AND COOL CONCRETE ‘WITH COLOUR PALETTE THIS IS STYLING FOR WALLS AND FLOORS THAT YOU’LL BE LONGING TO SHOW OFF’ WHERE TO BUY
Upgrade your space with the Monroe range
To explore the entire inspirational collection, order up to three free cut samples, or to find your nearest store, visit tilegiant.co.uk
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recently launched two trend-led collections. Made from durable porcelain, the soft matt finish and subtle stone effect details in the new Boston range is simplicity at its best. Then there’s the Monroe range, a semi-polished tile with a stunning shimmery surface that creates the illusion of space, so is perfect for smaller rooms. It looks fantastic in the bathroom where it will really pop under bright light or use it in spaces with more natural light, such as the kitchen or a lounge, for a subtle finish. All that’s left to do is choose your tiles and get started creating a look that suits you and your home.
FLORAL COASTERS
Make it
Make it THIS MONTH’S
Match your tumblers for ultimate coordination
Fill vintage glass picture frames with pressed and dried flowers to make beautiful botanical drinks coasters. Simply remove the hanging chain with pliers then lay flat before arranging your blooms. Perfect for outdoor entertaining.
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Similar gold hanging photo frame, £7.50, Oliver Bonas
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‘This palette is COME ON IN!
ABOUT ME I’m Jannine Newman, a photographer, fashion and interior designer, and I live here with my husband Steve, a London tour guide, twins Bertie and Aubrey, 21, dog Basil, and cat Buttercup. OUR HOME A late-Victorian four-bed terrace in Stoke Newington. We bought it in December 2013. WHEN WE MOVED IN The previous owner had rented out rooms so it didn’t feel like one home, and the whole place was dilapidated and in need of major renovation. AND NOW I’ve used my relaxed design approach and love for mid-century furniture to transform it into a family home that I can’t see us ever moving from. STYLE TIP I’m all about space and light, and creating a practical but stylish look throughout my home. 46 | SEPTEMBER 2021
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VICTORIAN TERRACE
SO SOOTHING’
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Having lived both sides of the Thames, Jannine took on a dilapidated house in north London, transforming it into a relaxed family home
W
e started off living in this area of north London many years ago but moved down to south London as we could get more for our money there,’ says Jannine. ‘It was lovely, but ultimately a bit quiet for us. On one of our trips back north of the river to see friends, it dawned on us how much we missed our home turf, so we started scouring the market.
IDEA TO STEAL
‘The cherry red table lamp provides a fun accent in a neutral room’
Emotional purchase House prices were on the rise and there
was very little we could afford, until we found a run-down terrace in need of a major revamp. We loved it, but houses were being snapped up so quickly, I was worried we’d miss out. So I wrote a letter to the owner, explaining how excited we were to return to the area, how I planned to use my skills as a designer to renovate the house, and how passionately we felt about the local community. The next day we had a call from the estate agent letting us know the house was ours for the guide price. I’m so glad there are honourable people like that out there.
Layout swap As a designer (underthecloth.com) I’m all
LIGHT WORK
‘Bay windows let in plenty of light and the white walls bounce it around the room, so the space feels bright and airy’
about creating stylish yet practical looks, so we thought about what we really needed from the house before diving in. The boys were teenagers at the time and definitely needed their own rooms, and Steve works from home a lot so an office for him was crucial. Then, I wanted a simple, elegant bathroom. I could see that the wide landing wasn’t serving a purpose and the space could be better used. We put a bedroom in the loft with a compact shower room, turned the bathroom at the back of the house into Steve’s study, then created a stylish
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TINTED VASES Pick glass accessories with a colour wash
BLUE HUE
Light blue glass vase, £15, Nisi Living
SMOKY FINISH Tall teardrop vase, £25, Hudson Home
PERSONAL TOUCH
‘Pops of colour, quirky collections and original artwork add character to our neutral base’
ROSE TINTED
Pink glass vase, £25, Next Home
CONSIDER USING A SPECIALIST ‘ FRAMER AS IT REALLY DOES HELP THE ARTWORK TO LOOK ITS VERY BEST’ new bathroom from the extra space on the landing. I’m so glad we properly planned before getting started, as I’m confident now that this house will suit us for years to come. In addition to changing the layout, we replumbed, rewired, replastered and refloored. Everything needed something doing to it!
Mix and match I’m not one for spending lots of money if
it isn’t necessary, although I love to invest in the odd statement piece. For the kitchen, I bought carcasses from Ikea, sprayed them and updated them with oak handles to make them more individual. Then, our fantastic carpenter Angelo Nunes filled in any gaps with handmade units and 48 | SEPTEMBER 2021
shelving. Our kitchen has a bespoke feel for a much lower cost. Saving money here meant we could splash out on items like our sofa which cost £2,000 – pricey, but the classic style means we’ll have it for years.
Cohesive look Colour is really important to the overall
feel of a house and makes such a difference. At first glance our house might seem pretty neutral – I chose a base of greys and whites accented with muted tones, like teal, mustard and olive green. It’s instantly calming when you walk through the door. Then I added hits of vibrant red in the front room, sunny yellow in the kitchen and multicoloured rugs in the boys’ rooms to bring the
ON DISPLAY
‘The picture above our mantelpiece was given to me by my brother when I was a teenager’
VICTORIAN TERRACE
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RETRO PIECE
‘The large cabinet where we keep everything from DVDs to string is actually a 1960s set of drapers’ drawers’
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WELL HANDLED
‘Adding stylish oak handles to the Ikea units really lifted the look’
EVERYTHING IN ONE GO CAN SOMETIMES ‘DOING FEEL TOO CONTRIVED, SO MY ADVICE IS BE PATIENT AND LET YOUR STYLE DEVELOP ORGANICALLY’
Make it!
UPCYCLE KITCHEN UNITS Remove cabinet doors and
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drawers, then unscrew the old handles. Wash the cabinet surfaces with sugar soap. Sand and apply a layer of undercoat. Let dry. Apply specialist kitchen paint that’s designed to withstand heat and steam. Leave to dry then follow with a second coat. Measure the distance between the two holes on the handles. This is the ‘fixing centre’, which will usually be a standard size, making it easy to find a replacement. If your handles don’t fit the original holes, fill them in with wood putty, repaint then drill new holes for your updated handles.
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house to life. The colour scheme helps our house to feel cohesive as you move from room to room.
In the frame Art adds so much to a room and I love
finding original artwork, whether it’s a funny print for above the loo, or a canvas I’ve painted myself. Probably my favourite thing in the house is the picture of the Ugandan lady above the mantelpiece in the living room. It’s a piece of screenprinted fabric my brother brought back from a trip to Africa and gave to me when I was 16, so it has great sentimental value. Framing is something that’s really important if you want to make the most of your pictures. My local framers, S’Graffiti, have given me great advice about frame depth and weight. Details like these add so much to our house.
Personal touches I want my home to tell a story, so I buy a lot of stuff second-hand to find furniture that means something to me or has a
SHELF LIFE
‘This little unit had been left behind – it’s a reminder of the house’s history’
VICTORIAN TERRACE
IDEA TO STEAL
‘The heavy-duty stripe carpet is elegant but practical, as it will last’
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CALM SHADE
‘I want my home to feel serene, so I’ve chosen off-white walls’
Do it! FRAMING TIPS
Mounting your art creates a visual border that allows the image to stand out. Plus, it protects against dust and condensation. Carefully consider all the options – flat frames in black or white allow the artwork to shine and create a clean, modern aesthetic. Coloured frames work well with pop art prints. Paintings that are predominantly green glow in ornate gold frames.
Matching a frame to your existing room decor is more important than matching a colour in the image itself. Choose a frame that either complements your room, or creates interesting contrast. Go professional. The cost is worth the expertise and protection your art will get from a professional framer, so if you have an image that’s worth a lot to you, take it to a professional. SEPTEMBER 2021 | 51
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VICTORIAN TERRACE COLOUR MATCH
‘The yellows in the bedding and rug echo the wall colour and pull the look together’
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RESTFUL ZONE
‘We’ve kept to a similar palette in the main bedroom, with serene grey walls, mustard accessories and wooden accents’
HIDE AWAY
‘There’s nothing less relaxing than a bathroom overflowing with toiletries, so storage was a priority’
Find more clever ideas to style up your home by going to pinterest.com/ styleathomemag
Where tobuy her style
DUNELM Look out for its fantastic white 100% linen duvets and pillowcases, which make you want to stay in bed all day! MANX CARPETS Gorgeous, hardwearing floor coverings, plus great eco ranges. PAST CARING This higgledypiggledy vintage shop in Islington, north London, has all sorts of finds. Fantastic for interesting glassware. MIMI AND MAE Beautifully intricate personalised papercuts and original art prints at reasonable prices. DFS Keep an eye out for its fantastic collaborations with high-street designers. Jannine’s sofa is from its collection designed with French Connection.
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history to it. Nosing around vintage shops and junk stores is one of my favourite ways to spend a Saturday. You can find amazing pieces with historic value. Vintage doesn’t necessarily mean wildly expensive though. I paid £1,000 for the antique drapers’ drawers in our living room, but then I picked up the Londonscape coffee table for just a tenner! I’ve found beautiful pieces closer to home, as well. The wooden unit in the kitchen had been left behind by the old owners, so we kept it, as a reminder of the house’s history – and I love the burst of yellow. I found the desk in Aubrey’s room left out on a street nearby, gave it a good polish and it scrubbed up really well. My dressing table is actually an Ercol chest handed down from my parents. Not only is it a classic design, but it helps to tell the story of our family.’
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£99
Make a statement with a large mirror. Bex large round mirror, MADE
£35
Bring in metallic accents for extra shine. Oro pendant drum shade, MADE
Buy Jannine’s style…
MIX AND MATCH Let retro-inspired furniture and pre-loved pieces shine against a neutral backdrop
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£120
Try a touch of mellow mustard. Mohan flatweave reversible rug, HABITAT
INAZZAF ASIL ERUTAEF
annine is keen for her home to tell a story, whether with vintage furniture picked up at charity shops and fairs, family treasures handed down from loved ones, or original artwork brought back from travels. Neutrals make the perfect backdrop for an eclectic mix like this. Walls in soft white and chalky greys, wooden floorboards and tactile woven rugs create a calming base for the bolder colours, retro patterns and busy weaves that Jannine loves.
£45
Clear living room clutter. Woodstock magazine rack, GARDEN TRADING
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THROW SOME LIGHT
£5.99
Go for succulents and sculptural greenery. Artificial succulent plant, M&CO
£12
Illuminate a work area with adjustable lighting. Forsa work lamp, IKEA
MIX AND MATCH
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Start a funky wall gallery. Modern Blooming Cactus print, ABSTRACT HOUSE
£19 From Display coloured
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glassware. Green vase, £22; Brown vase, £19, both CULT FURNITURE
RELAX IN STYLE
Add warmth with mellow tones. Copenhagen small sideboard, OAK FURNITURELAND
£899
Introduce a retro vibe with a shapely sofa. Zinc four-seater sofa in Grey, DFS
£79
Useful for extra seating. Jute pouffe, JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS
FEET-UP TIME!
£20
Include weaves in mono shades. Indoor/outdoor cushion, NEXT HOME SEPTEMBER 2021 | 55
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THE STYLE BOOK TIMELESS TRENDS From modern country schemes and minimal Scandi designs to the bohemian beauty of folk patterns – these decorating favourites never go out of style
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So Simple Sam three-seater lounger in Tranquil Dawn linen look, £799; footstool, £259, both DFS
Paint a floating shelf to blend with walls
the STYLE RULES CREATE BALANCE In an open-plan living space, offset natural wood grains and cool veined marble in the kitchen with plush upholstery in soothing shades in the lounge. UPDATE YOUR COLOUR PALETTE Shades of eau de nil, duck egg and chartreuse offer a contemporary alternative to traditional country neutrals such as cream and beige.
PICK A PALE BASE Touches of white and grey on floors and walls provide a blank canvas to allow colourful upholstery and painted cabinetry to sing. TRICK THE EYE Horizontal panelling on walls gives the illusion of a wider space and draws the eye to the back of the room. Rustic painted brick also adds texture and interest to the room – fake the look with wallpaper.
Modern
COUNTRY Mix serene shades with Shaker style
THE FABRIC
Caracas in South Pacific cotton, £19.20sq m, Prestigious Textiles
THE WALLPAPER White brick wallpaper, £10 a roll, Dunelm
THE PAINT
Dulux Easycare Kitchen Mint Macaroon matt emulsion, £22 for 2.5ltr, B&Q
THE FLOORING
Impressive concrete wood Light Grey laminate, £29.99sq m, Carpetright
Scandi
SIMPLICITY Combine clean lines and natural materials
THE FABRIC Brera Lino linen in Zinc, £71m, Designers Guild at Jane Clayton & Company
THE WALLPAPER Wood planking in Brown, £26.99 a roll, Wallpaper Direct
THE PAINT
Dulux Pure Brilliant White matt emulsion, £16 for 2.5ltr, Homebase
THE FLOORING Bobble rug in Putty, £345, Loaf
Create softness with a pampas grass mural
Why worksit
Origami decagon paper easy fit pendant, £10; Lara bar stool, £129; acacia chopping board, £11, all Dunelm
the STYLE RULES
Pampas grass mural, £50; Akina sideboard, £399; Arkin armchair, £229; Cancun side table, £59; Black candleholder, £6; Pebble wool rug, from £49, all Dunelm
BE INSPIRED BY NATURE Utilise a neutral palette to create a sophisticated yet relaxed scheme. Shades of pebble grey and sand work with light wood and rattan accents for an organic feel. CONTRAST MATERIALS Juxtapose an exposed grey brick wall and feature timber beams with softer elements such as corduroy and linen upholstery. A plush bobble rug zones a living area.
KEEP PATTERN TO A MINIMUM Instead focus on texture to provide interest. Tactile fabrics, woven rattan webbing and prominent wood grains all contribute to creating a welcoming environment. SOOTHE THE EYE Look for furniture with simple shapes and sleek lines for a clean, uncomplicated look. Origamiinspired lighting and black accessories lend a modern edge.
STYLE AT HOME SAYS… ‘This look is beautifully considered, from the use of contrasting materials to the contemporary silhouettes of the furniture and lighting.’ Style editor, Michela Colling
the STYLE RULES MIX METALLICS AND NEUTRALS Nothing says luxury like opulent shades of champagne, silver and gold. Combine with pared-back neutrals, including taupe and fawn, for a grown-up bedroom retreat. CREATE A SPECIAL SANCTUARY Behind the bed, pick a metallic wallpaper that shimmers when it catches the light. Choose a dark taupe or mocha shade for the remaining walls for a cosseting feel.
ADD A LITTLE LUXURY Feel like you’ve checked into a boutique hotel by choosing an upholstered headboard. Layer the bed with multiple cushions and quilted bedspreads in tactile fabrics like velvet and satin. REFLECT LIGHT A brilliant white ceiling and high-pile light-coloured carpet makes the room feel bigger. Finish the look with an iridescent silver rug.
Boutique
GLAMOUR A muted palette will give
your boudoir five-star appeal
Bolster cushions ooze hotel charm
THE FABRIC
Plush velvet in Silver, £17m, Warwick at Jane Clayton & Company
THE WALLPAPER
Boutique basketweave emboss Pale Gold wallpaper, £22 a roll, Homebase
THE PAINT
Fondue matt emulsion, £42 for 2.5ltr, Graham & Brown
For ultimate style, hang a crystal chandelier or statement pendant above the bed and go for mirrored or metallic accessories
THE FLOORING
Sigma Silver rug, £319, Furniture Village
From Scandinavia to Central America, every continent has its own form of folk art. Whichever one captures your imagination, it will never go out of style!
Pretty
FOLK FLAIR Embrace colour to create a playful boho look
THE FABRIC
Leaf in Natural and Moss, £95m, Molly Mahon
THE WALLPAPER
Tongue and Groove in Grey, £8.99 a roll, Arthouse at Wallpaper Direct
THE PAINT
Wilko Walls & Ceilings in Sugar Sweet matt emulsion, £12 for 2.5ltr, Wilko
THE FLOORING Venus 533 Tasmania vinyl, £21.99sq m, Carpetright
Paint table legs in a vibrant shade
Upcycle an old cabinet to create a handy hallway stand complete with hooks, shelves and drawers. Add a few cushions to make a comfy perch
Why worksit STYLE AT HOME SAYS…
the STYLE RULES
EMBRACE NATURE Create a lighthearted look with illustrative folk patterns in vibrant summery shades. Repeats of flowers, leaves and bird motifs truly evoke the joyful theme. CHOOSE UPLIFTING COLOURS A palette of fuchsia pink, zesty lime and touches of orange, blue and yellow pop against white panelling. Divide a wall by painting a sugary shade above a shelf.
PICK PRELOVED FINDS Use shabby-chic furniture and upcycled pieces to display colourful china and textiles. Cushions and throws with pretty tassels and pom-poms enhance the boho aesthetic. KEEP IT PRACTICAL Rustic oak laminate or vinyl are durable and easy to clean – perfect for high-traffic areas like kitchens and hallways.
‘Whether you prefer the monochromatic lino prints of Norway or the vibrant florals of Poland, playing with patterns inspired by folk art is a great way to explore different cultures.’ Senior FeatureS editor Stephanie Durrant
Leave notes for the family on a chalkboard wall
the STYLE RULES CHANNEL STREET STYLE Take inspiration from urban architecture by using man-made and reclaimed materials in your decor. Choose rustic oak wood flooring reminiscent of a factory floor and a salvaged timber kitchen table with iron legs. GO FOR SCHOOLROOM CHIC A wall painted in chalkboard paint is a fun feature and will come in handy for writing shopping lists, or
just for doodling. If you can’t spare a full wall, paint a smaller square. BRING SOME SHINE Polished copper kitchenware and lighting adds warmth, contrasting with matt finishes. Hang oversized pendants for a factory feel. KEEP FURNITURE MINIMALIST Pick industrial styles featuring wood and metal such as a shelving unit with a basic frame. Designerinspired gunmetal chairs work too.
Give your kitchen an urban factory feel with black metal, reclaimed wood and polished copper accents
Classic
INDUSTRIAL Head into the city to give your decor an urban edge
THE FABRIC
Chervil in Silver, £44m, Sanderson
THE WALLPAPER Concrete in Grey, £22 a roll, Arthouse at Wallpaper Direct
Rust-Oleum Black matt chalkboard paint, £15 for 750ml, B&Q
THE FLOORING
Newcastle oak brown, £20.99sq m, Quick-Step
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Make every space
WORK HARDER Upcycling, storage and display ideas to make the everyday easier and more stylish
Love the look but don’t need the storage? Use a lookalike wallpaper instead
Under-stair system Use peg rails end to end to make
space for coats. Fix to cut-to-fit pegboard (from DIY stores) and, with the addition of pegboard hooks, turn the entire wall into a place to hang keys and bulldog-clipped memos. Give every family member their own basket, labelled with a luggage tag.
Set of three rope baskets, £19.99, VonHaus, are a match
Trones storage, £22 for two, Ikea
Add a mirror with a shelf attached for stashing post
Hallway shoe cabinets Keep your floor space clear and uncluttered by wall-mounting shoe cabinets. Top with a length of oak to create a hallway shelf with the added bonus of storage underneath.
Wall units made from Skatval door with hinges, £19 each; Platsa white frames, £35 each; Hjalpa pull-out clothes rail, £5, all Ikea
If you want to mix things up, apply washi tape to add colour and pattern
Wall-hung mini wardrobes Repurpose free-standing cabinets
(minus the feet) as wall-hung alcove storage, complete with a pull-out clothes rail inside for hanging shirts and jackets. Choose doors and drawer fronts in soft, neutral colours so you can vary the wall colour around them as your tastes change.
Alcove bedside chests Make the most of every inch of space
by creating your own bespoke built-in combination next to the bed. Team alcove wall cabinets with simple drawer units that fit flush, then accessorise with your favourite pieces.
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Add leather strap drawer pulls to personalise the look Platsa chest of three drawers, £111; Osternas leather handle, £10 for two, both Ikea
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Transform your sleep space into a relaxing retreat to escape to at the end of the day with these inspiring decorating ideas Plus… GENIUS STORAGE HACKS
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Looking for more decor ideas? Visit us online at idealhome.co.uk/style-at-home for plenty of design inspiration and expert style tips to make your home even more beautiful
WASHI TAPE ART White A3 card, £3 for 25 sheets; assorted solid masking tape 10 pack, £6, both Hobbycraft
Make it
Make it THIS MONTH’S
Cut 24x33cm of white card and use washi tape to draw out a geometric pattern. Trim the tape at each end, leaving a little overhang to stick around the back of the card to secure in place. Fit your decorated card into a simple frame.
We chose a smart criss-cross design
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STYLE UPDATE Havefun with these simple yet creative ideas that’ll ring thechanges in your home without turning into a full redo
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Layer up your bedding Recharge your sleep space
with a fresh new look for autumn. Focus on the bed, replacing a tired duvet set with a mix of pretty linens in patterns and prints with plain coloured throws and knits to pull everything together.
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Chelsea Stripe double duvet set, £60; Jouvene quilted bedspread, £100; Rye knit mustard throw, £50, all John Lewis & Partners
EASY UPDATES Puddling eggshell No 17, £26.50 for 750ml, Earthborn
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PAINT KITCHEN CABINETS
Give shabby wooden cupboards a new lease of life. Use hardwearing eggshell paint so any marks and spills are easy to wipe away. Houghton casual comfort large corner chaise, from £1,775, Next Home
Love it
Harbor large sideboard, £449, Dunelm
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Style up a sideboardwith favourite things Create an artfully arranged display
on a shelf or surface. Pick a selection of pieces in different heights and sizes and arrange in small groups rather than one long line up.
TOP BUYS
For updating your home Metallic geometric cushion, £28, Cult Furniture
Ceramic side table, £120, La Redoute
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Tino easyfit pendant, £72, Dar Lighting
CREATE A COSY CORNER SET UP
Open-plan living areas can sometimes feel a little too large and open, so try breaking up the space into smaller, cosier zones. Use corner seating as an anchor point with layered rugs on the floor and occasional tables within easy reach.
Cashmere touch fleece throw, £24.99, Walton & Co
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Set up an easy kitchenisland Create extra surface space
in a small kitchen by adding a slimline breakfast bar. A simple freestanding piece is easy to slot in and can be used for prepping food or as a place to sit and eat with a couple of stools added.
PERFECT PICKS For a new look Aztec cushion, £14, Julian Charles
Fulton bar table, £149; Ternie bar stools, £39 each, all Dunelm
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JAZZ UP A SET OF BASKETS
Try an easy dipped effect by taping off the bottom section of baskets with masking tape, then using a brush and paint to add a coloured band.
Mother of Pearl Spot organic cotton double duvet set, £80, John Lewis & Partners
Green glazed plant pot, £13, The Joy Edit
Hazel side table, £119, Cult Furniture
Seagrass baskets, from £45, Marquis & Dawe
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SWITCH TO ORGANIC BEDDING
Swap synthetic bedding for an eco-friendly alternative. Organic cotton isn’t treated with any nasty chemicals and fibres are naturally breathable for a more comfortable night’s sleep.
EASY UPDATES
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Slot in a mini work station Steal a slice from a hallway
or upstairs landing if space is limited. A slimline console desk is roomy enough for laptop work or to sit at to do essential paperwork – add a wall unit for extra storage.
Add greenery to improve your air space
Drax desk lamp, £137, Pooky
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EASY UPDATES
Start with larger pictures first, then add smaller ones
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Fill an empty spot with artwork Use blank wall space above a
sideboard or console to create a mini gallery. Centre art above furniture, leaving a few inches between the bottom edge of frames and the surface.
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Abstract Figures posters, from £9.95 each, Desenio
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Paint a striped feature wall Give a plain wall some wow by
adding a vertical stripe at one end. Keep to colours of a similar tone for an understated look, separating the two shades with a narrow band of white to create a dividing line.
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GIVE STAIRS A POP OF BOLD COLOUR
Paint stair risers in cheery shades. Choose three or four colours to repeat all the way up for a rainbow effect, leaving stair treads and skirting white.
Araucana Egg (left); Morning’s Promise (right); £23.45 for 2.5ltr matt emulsion, both Ideal Home at Albany Bed with desk, £399, Next Home
MUST-HAVES
You won’t want to miss Tilda table lamp, £18, Very
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Abstract Faces poster, £16.50, Lune Design
Marlon chair, £129, Cult Furniture
CREATE STUDY SPACE FOR A TEEN
Lack of floor space isn’t an issue with this clever bed. The foot end features a built-in desk with a pull-out drawer, plus plenty of leg room underneath to tuck in a chair.
Olive green cushion, £11.99, Jysk
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Work in warm tones Take the chill off a
north-facing bedroom by bringing in a few sun-baked tones. Shades of soft blush and coral, with accents in gold and caramel, will add instant warmth to the space.
Liberty double bed in Petal velvet, £899, DFS
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MAKE A PERSONALISED PIN BOARD
Draw your initial onto a sheet of paper, cut out, then trace onto a cork floor tile. Cut round carefully using a sharp craft knife.
UNIQUE PIECES To complete the look Laboni double duvet set, £59, Made
Meredith footstool, £75, Sweetpea and Willow
Tall geometric vase, £15, M&S
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Scandi Safari map mural, from £100, I love Wallpaper
GIVE LITTLE ONES A WORLDLY VIEW
Decorate a nursery with this cute world map featuring animals from every continent. It’s a paste-the-wall design so it’s super easy to hang and comes in a range of background colours.
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Milano Nero mono basin mixer tap, £129.99, Big Bathroom Shop
EASY UPDATES
Make use of wall space with a leaning towel rail
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Reversible polka dot towels, from £8; bath mat, £18, all Next Home
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Getting our craft on SEPTEMBER 2015
‘Crafting is my jam so sourcing the makes for Style at Home is a real joy! The high street is great, but there’s nothing quite like making something unique for your home and these easy metallic letters are perfect for SAH’s birthday celebrations.’ Stephanie Durrant, Senior Features Editor 84 | SEPTEMBER 2021
TEN YEARS
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Editor cover star! MARCH 2015 & AUGUST 2017
‘My happy place is behind the scenes, but occasionally I’m persuaded to step in front of the camera. My kitchen makeover, home tour and garden makeover have all been featured in Style at Home over the years, and I’ve made the cover twice! We’re always on the lookout for homes, so get in touch if you think yours could be in SAH.’ Heather Young, Editor
Spottingthose bargain buys SEPTEMBER 2015
‘Like a trip around Ikea, “10 under £10” is the feature that brings you all those brilliant things that you didn’t know you needed! For me it sums up the spirit of Style at Home… fun, cheerful, cheeky, bright and packed full of bargains.’ Lisa Fazzani, Features Editor
‘STYLE AT HOME SHOWS HOW GREAT INTERIOR DESIGN IS POSSIBLE, EVEN ON A SHOESTRING BUDGET’ Brilliant, or bonkers?! OCTOBER 2014
‘We’ve always been a creative bunch at Style at Home, coming up with all sorts of craft projects and upcycling ideas that work on a budget. In October 2014 we even showed you how to turn a shirt into a cushion cover, but maybe that was a step too far!’ Amy Hodge, Sub Editor
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Helping you decorate like a pro FEBRUARY2017
‘The Style Book has been a one-stop shop since February 2017 for all your decorating inspiration, whether you’re planning a room revamp or just want to keep on top of the latest trends. I love sifting through so many exciting schemes in order to bring you the best ideas to try.’ Stephanie Durrant, Senior Features Editor
’S NOT ABOUT DECORATING RULES – IF IT ‘IT MAKES YOU HAPPY, GO FOR IT AND FILL YOUR HOME WITH WHAT YOU LOVE’
On the hunt for new trends APRIL 2017
Then and now house! MARCH 2011 THEN
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NOW
Michelle’s house was featured in our first ever issue! ‘Since appearing in the magazine we have now moved and are currently renovating a 1950s property with a new open-plan extension which offers so much space,’ says Michelle. ‘It’s a labour of love but we are slowly creating our dream home.’
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‘We’ve embraced chevrons, been pepped up with motivational quotes, fallen for copper and then brass, loved a llama and even teamed it with cacti. Japandi style is now floating our boat. It’s these playful trends that take the home from bland to beautiful!’ Michela Colling, Style Editor
TEN YEARS
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Thank you keyworkers! DECEMBER 2020 ‘We didn’t know whether we’d be able to run our annual Christmas Tree Challenge last year, but it turned out to be our best ever, as we invited some absolutely amazing keyworkers to decorate trees for a few of our fave brands. Those ladies were a true inspiration, and working with them was an all-time SAH highlight for me.’ Heather Young, Editor
‘NOW IN ITS 8TH YEAR, OUR CHRISTMAS TREE CHALLENGE IS ALWAYS A HIGHLIGHT!’ Championing genius upcyclingideas APRIL 2016 ‘Style at Home is about doing up your home on a budget and upcycling is part of our DNA. This underbed storage made from old drawers is just one of the many great projects we’ve shared.’ Georgia Hibberdine, Group Creative Director
Full of savvy advice FEBRUARY 2017
‘We’ve had a decade of dishing out fail-safe advice, from the must-have cleaning products that make you wonder how you got by without them, to the everyday hero items that work wonders – lemon juice, bicarbonate of soda, vinegar... who knew?! We’ve always been keen to share all of our tips and tricks to make cleaning your home a cinch!’ Ginevra Benedetti, Associate Editor SEPTEMBER 2021 | 87
INSIDE OUT
‘The main aim was to connect the house to the garden – on a sunny day the bifold doors can be wide open’
‘We’ve made it COLOUR SPLASH
‘There are no wall cabinets, as we wanted the room to double as a family room, so we chose to display artwork on the navy wall panelling instead’
COME ON IN!
ABOUT ME I’m Karen Moir, 44, and live here with my husband Scott Geoghegan, 44, and children Sandy, 10, Tommy, seven, and Mary, five, in an Edwardian four-bedroom detached house in Glasgow. We moved here in May 2018. The kitchen was the first room we tackled when we moved in. MY CHALLENGE To knock multiple small rooms into one large space and add an extension overlooking the south-facing garden. MY WISH LIST I wanted to create a kitchen that was the hub of our family home. We also wanted to connect the space to the garden. 88 | SEPTEMBER 2021
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LIGHT & BRIGHT’
KITCHEN MAKEOVER
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Karen had the plans ready for the transformation of her Glasgow kitchen before she’d evenmoved in
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Make the most of limited wall cabinets by making them full height’
T
he kitchen was a warren of rooms: a study, a kitchen with no sink, a utility room and a gardener’s loo and coal store,’ recalls Karen. ‘The previous owners had kept the house in the family since the day it was built in the 1900s and had done nothing to modernise it, so it badly needed updating. We kept the utility room, as we knew it would be useful, and knocked down all the other walls to create a large openplan room. We added a narrow extension across the whole width of the new room to create a better-proportioned space, with a wall of glass to connect the house to the garden. The extension also allowed us to include some roof lights. I knew I wanted aluminium bifold doors. The room faces south and on a sunny day I wanted to be able to throw them open. Aluminium is costly; we could have chosen uPVC or wood, but wooden bifold doors are less stable and we felt that in a period property, uPVC would not have done the house justice.
Budget flexibility We were willing to spend a bit as the
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room was going to be a family room as well as a kitchen. We wanted it to be contemporary but also homely. We chose Waverley Kitchens who I have worked with many times as an architect. I love their aesthetic; they make bespoke cabinetry solutions in plywood and they offer tremendous flexibility in price. We did run over a little and in the end did not have quite enough for the log burner that we had planned to put in the low-shelved recess beside the craft desk. That will have to wait a few years.
No disasters To be fair, we are both architects and very experienced at project management, so disasters were not part of the plan! We
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HOT CHOICE
Do it!
‘I chose an induction hob after a friend raved about hers, saying how easy it was to keep clean’
INSTALL PANELLING You can buy sheets of
V-grooved MDF panels online. Before painting your chosen colour, apply two to three coats of primer. MDF is a very porous material, so you will not get a clean, even painted finish unless the surface is very well primed in advance. The cut areas of MDF are especially porous, so it is important to seal properly. Lightly sand between coats for a smooth finish – remember to wear a mask while sanding. Add a shelf to the top of the panelled zone for a particularly pretty result and you will have a useful display area.
FAMILY DINING
‘The table is from Habitat and my dad made the comfortable benches’
‘VINYL FLOORING HAS HAD A RESURGENCE – THERE ARE SO MANY IMAGINATIVE DESIGNS’
had the plans in for council approval before we even moved in. My uncle is a builder and my dad is a retired builder, so we overcame any challenges pretty easily.
Bargain buys The lighting was a real bargain. Scott was
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very particular about this very important, but often ignored, design element, and he found the zingy citrus pendant light trio and wall light to match at very reasonable prices. The retro-style bar stools were a good find on eBay. For the flooring I was inspired by Moroccan tiles, but felt they were a bit cold underfoot. Vinyl tiles were another option, but I worried that they might be hard to keep clean, so I was delighted to discover this beautiful, patterned sheet vinyl flooring. It ticked every box.
Lessons learned As an architect I am learning all the
time. New products and materials are coming out constantly, so there is a lot
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to keep up with. We had to extend and update the heating system for this project, and it was trickier than I had expected. Maybe learning how to cope living in a building site with a young family was the biggest lesson though!
Pleasing results We love it; we are both so contented
here and often comment on this. We designed this kitchen for the needs of our family. We both love to cook, and our kitchen has become the heart of our home. The children do their homework in here and our daughter does artwork at the desk. It is open to the garden and we are enjoying working on that as well.’ You can discover more handy tips on creating a smart kitchen-diner at idealhome.co.uk
KITCHEN MAKEOVER
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NEW AND OLD
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Turn an unused alcove into a handy desk area’
VIEWING SPOT
‘The sink and tap are from Ikea, as are all the appliances, many of which are integrated’
‘The steel beam allows a clear definition between the old kitchen and new extension’
Where to buy Karen’s style
Bespoke handleless plywood fronted cabinetry with Formica worktop £8,000, Waverley Kitchens. Vattudalen sink, £110; Almaren mixer tap, £90; Lagan integrated dishwasher, £250; Avkyld integrated fridge, £329; Matalskare single oven, £259; Matalskare microwave oven, £279, all Ikea. Marrakech Orange pattern flooring, £59sq m, Atrafloor. Black glass splashback, £200, from a local glazier. Moretti Modena designer radiators, 1800x578mm, £249 each, Screwfix. Retro-style bar stools, £40 each, eBay. Jerry dining table, £450, Habitat. Frey wall light, £18; trio of Frey drop cap pendant lights in Yellow, £15 each, all Made. Wall panelling painted in Stiffkey Blue estate emulsion, £49.50 for 2.5ltr, Farrow & Ball. Walls painted in Trade White, £23 for 2.5 litres, Dulux
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SHEET VINYL FLOORING
Karen’s choice:
SHEET VINYL FLOORING
Spruce up your kitchen without breaking the bank with sheet vinyl flooring
D
urable, easy to clean and great value, sheet vinyl flooring was an obvious choice for Karen’s family kitchen. Walk this way to discover the pros and cons of sheet vinyl and to find out why there’s no limit to your imagination when it comes to design.
Is sheet vinyl affordable? Yes – it’s fantastic value for money. It’s
ordered to length from large rolls, plus you can fit it yourself to save even more pennies. Take careful measurements and order more than you actually need to allow for waste or mistakes. You’ll find plenty of step-by-step measuring tutorials online.
What are the benefits? Available in a wide range of patterned
designs, sheet vinyl is made to replicate the look of more expensive materials such as wood, concrete and stone but without the cost and maintenance issues. It’s warm and soft underfoot compared to stone or ceramic tiles. It’s also easy to install and a doddle to keep clean. Custom-printed sheet vinyl is more expensive but allows for
BEST FOR… MODERN DESIGNS
Zazous started out selling wall stickers but has since branched into flooring – including a sheet vinyl that has a protective wear layer guaranteed for five years.
TIPS ON INSTALLATION
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How can I ensure that it’s good quality? Always order samples so you can see
how the vinyl will look in your space. This way, if you’re buying a design that replicates another material, you can also check to see how realistic it is. For example, does the grain in the wood look authentic or is the colouring of the stone similar to the natural material?
What are the sheet vinyl dos and don’ts? The longer you leave a spill, the more likely
it is to stain, so clean it up quickly. Avoid walking on sheet vinyl with high heels and use felt pads underneath furniture to avoid indentations. Plus, when you’re moving furniture, don’t drag it along the floor – lift and place it instead. Be aware that if sheet vinyl is seriously damaged, it’s difficult to repair and may have to be replaced.
How should I clean it? Sheet vinyl is typically easy to clean. You
3 of the best
SHEET VINYL MONO DIAMOND
Mardi Gras 99 York vinyl, £18.99sq m, Carpetright
can remove loose debris, dust and dirt with gentle vacuuming or a soft brush. Then use warm water and light soap to remove stains (bicarbonate of soda can also be used on a tough stain). Consider chemical products carefully as not all are suitable and some may cause discolouration.
‘SHEET VINYL IS AN INEXPENSIVE WAY TO ADD PATTERN AND PERSONALITY WITHOUT COMPROMISING ON SAFETY OR QUALITY’ DAVID SNAZEL, BUYER, HARD FLOORING, CARPETRIGHT
LINEAR STRIPES
The Bubblegum & Liquorice collection, £16sq m, Avenue Floors
CLASSIC PATTERN
Eleanor from the Ceramica collection, from £21sq m, Leoline
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UK Flooring Direct has put together a comprehensive guide to installing sheet vinyl flooring with step-by-step instructions.
a limitless range of design options. Try Atrafloor for custom-printed flooring.
CLASSIC SCANDI
Buy Karen’s style…
Buy it
CLASSIC SCANDI
Contrast colourful patterns with sleek shapes and pale wood
Introduce a touch of greenery in an on-trend macrame holder. Hanging planter in cement pot, £8, Wilko
Display on the wall so it’s in easy reach when you’re ready to serve. KitchenCraft acacia round paddle, £19.99, Dunelm
Hang brightly coloured lights above a dining table. Muuto pendant lamp in Yellow, £65, Nordic Nest
Bright dinnerware adds fun to mealtimes. Stoneware pasta bowls in Yellow, £16 for four, John Lewis & Partners
Uniquely shaped chromeware lends a sleek finish. Bristan blueberry easyfit kitchen tap, £99, Homebase
Pick a retro style design in French oak for a kitchen-diner. Wingrove eight-seat dining table, £499, Made
Squeeze on the whole family or extra dinner guests. Jenson bench in solid oak and Dark Grey, £199, Made
Recreate schoolroom style with this distressed Horace bar stool in Light Green, £124.99, Wayfair
Add wow with a statement patterned floor that’s easy to care for. Marrakech sheet vinyl, £59sq m, Atrafloor
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‘A retro-style IDEA TO STEAL
‘Opt for one special signature light that ties in with the feel of the room, and consider finish and colour’
MATCH UP
‘The tumbler is a lovely shade of green which fits in with our scheme’
COME ON IN!
ABOUT ME I’m Ellie O’Mahoney, 41, a magazine journalist, and I live here with my husband, Mark Evans, 43, an art director, and our children, Elliott, six, and Molly, three, in a four-bedroomed Victorian terrace in south-east London, which we moved into in June 2017. THE CHALLENGE Turning our uninspiring en suite shower room into somewhere we actually wanted to spend time, with practical sanitaryware that still had plenty of character. MY WISH LIST A big new shower enclosure with a powerful shower was a priority, plus geometric tiles, an injection of dramatic colour and some industrial touches. 94 | SEPTEMBER 2021
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shower was A MUST’ Falling in love with a shower enclosure that scooped up most of the budget meant Ellie had to make clever design compromises
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aving moved to get more space for our money, we knew we had plenty of work to do on this house,’ says Ellie. ‘Luckily, Mark is handy and can do most things himself, which we’d factored into the equation. We took the top floor, a loft conversion with an en suite, for ourselves, but we only did basic stuff to it, as there were other more pressing needs. First, we renovated the kitchen, the children’s rooms and the main bathroom. After three years we finally got to our en suite.
First moves The shower was the worst aspect of the
room. It was old-fashioned and leaking. We like an industrial feel rather than ultra-contemporary stuff, so after hours spent searching online I chose a black grid style. Although it was more than we’d been hoping to pay, nothing else came close. We also needed a matching shower tray and a decent shower to go with it. I won Mark over to my way of thinking, and then it was all about how we could cut costs elsewhere to achieve it.
BOLD CHOICE
‘Going for such a dark green on the panelling was a risk, but it’s paid off, and complements my stunning shower enclosure so well’
Recyclingwins The existing vanity unit was made of
wood and we knew we were going to paint it anyway, so we took the warped top off and used an offcut of the kitchen worktop to mount on top. A baby Belfast sink found on our local Facebook Marketplace creates a sort of gentleman barber vibe. To carry on the theme we bought a kitchen-style mixer tap. We’d over-ordered on white metro tiles when we did the kitchen renovation and there were enough to do half the area inside the shower. The white brick tiles were cheap and easy to match, so it was another area where we could SEPTEMBER 2021 | 95
DOOR DRESSING
‘The little metal owl hooks add interest to the back of what would otherwise be a boring white door’
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Consider upcycling your own vanity unit with offcuts and a basin that can be positioned on top and plumbed in’ save money. When it came to the floor, we chose a lovely geometric tile which was a luxury, but as it was such a small area, it wasn’t too expensive.
Panellingsolution We love a bit of panelling, as it’s
inexpensive but incredibly effective. Mark panelled halfway up all the way round, making sure he used waterproof wood because of the damp atmosphere. We both like green, and it goes so well with black and white, so green it was.
Waiting game Lockdown was starting to bite and there
was an issue with the paint delivery. Although the room was only two weeks’ work in days, the whole renovation took three months because of the stopping and starting. In the end we chose a different green from a company that could deliver. At first we were worried that it was too dark and would look like the back room of a pub, but once everything was in, we absolutely loved it.
Stylishadditions A new Victorian-style toilet with a
wooden seat had been fitted, but I saw a black toilet seat online at Dunelm for £15, which I knew would tie in with the shower enclosure better, and make a huge difference for very little money, so I swapped it over. We had a little retro cabinet which I’ve put back up on the wall and a new cage light over the mirror adds to the industrial feel. We think we’ve achieved a traditional barber shop style. It now feels as if we are in our own little boutique hotel room in the mornings when we shower.’ 96 | SEPTEMBER 2021
DIY SUCCESS
‘I’m really proud that Mark has created our own vanity unit out of a basic carcass, an old bit of kitchen worktop and a free washbasin – it looks a million dollars’
BATHROOM MAKEOVER
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CREATE A VANITY UNIT
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NEATLEDGE
‘I picked a gorgeous mirror with a handy wooden shelf for essential toiletries and my favourite cactus’
Find a cheap piece of furniture to use – in a junk shop or on eBay – that you don’t mind cutting into. Before making any cuts, choose the basin and taps, and look carefully at the plumbing pipes to see exactly where the holes would be. If in doubt, consult a plumber. Mark out the holes in pen and ask at a DIY store for the best way to cut your chosen surface. You may need to hire equipment. If you’re going for a stone top, measure the size carefully and look for offcuts in stone and marble warehouses. You may also need them to cut out the hole for a professional finish. When painting the new unit, remember to use waterproof paint.
PAINTED MDF ‘GROUTED, PANELLING ADDS CHARACTER AND IS VERY BUDGET FRIENDLY’
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Liberty 10mm Black grid hinged shower enclosure with inline and side panel, £2,046.79; capped acrylic stone tray, 1000x900mm, £302.71, both Roman Showers. Virtue ERD shower, £525, Mira Showers. Richmond WC, £250; Nuie Bridge sink mixer, £141, both Hudson Reed. Orlando caged wall light, £49, Industville. Wall tiles, Metro White, £20sq m; floor tiles, Shapes Hexagon Matt White, £94.87sq m, both Topps Tiles. Panelling, £30 a pack, Selco. Paint on panelling and vanity unit, Puck intelligent eggshell, £68 for 2.5ltr, Little Greene. Walls painted in Pure Brilliant White matt emulsion, £9.99 for 2.5ltr, Dulux. Antique brass owl hooks, £6 each; White Ultimate towel, £13; Geo Tile flat-weave bath mat, £10; Matt Black toilet seat, £15; White sheer roller blind, £14; Keepers Lodge satin nickel mirror with shelf, £22, all Dunelm. Wall cupboard, £30, eBay. Hammam towels, £18 each, Drift Linens. Cactus, £6.99, Crimson & Clover
GROUT SHOUT
‘Grouting the tiles in grey provides some definition and breaks up the expanse of white’
Find more tips on creating a traditionalstyle bathroom at idealhome.co.uk
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Whereto buy Ellie’s style
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METAL-FRAMED SHOWERS
Ellie’s choice:
METAL-FRAMED SHOWERS Like the industrial look of Ellie’swalk-in? Here’show togive your room a similar vibe
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f you’ve fallen hard for steel-framed windows and doors, why not embrace the look on a more modest scale in your bathroom? Metal-framed shower screens look equally at home in modern and traditional schemes, so you can work the trend whatever your style.
black steel are robust but expensive; go for powder-coated aluminium to save pennies. Glass thickness is another factor – anything thicker than 8mm is going to be dearer.
Whatfeatures are worth having? How is the grid achieved? The biggest tell of a low-end screen At entry level, the black lines are screenprinted onto the glass. It’s pretty convincing but specks of black can flake off really low-budget products, so take care when fitting and using. For durability, a digitally printed grid is the way forward – try Roman’s Liberty range, which comes with a lifetime warranty. For realism, go for metal. Usually made from aluminium or steel, the frame is fixed to one side of the glass. Ensure that it is on the outside, so you can squeegee the interior after showering.
Can I get the look for less? Prices have dropped in the past year and
now start from around £200 for an 80cmwide screen. Quality materials will bump up the cost. Screens made from anodised
BEST FOR…
SOMETHING DIFFERENT
With its smart texture, the Aqata reeded glass wet room panel from UK Bathrooms offers extra privacy and is totally on trend.
LONGEVITY
SPACE-SAVING
Impey’s compact 80cm-wide pivot door from its Soho range is perfect for an alcove or corner shower. 98 | SEPTEMBER 2021
Is a steel-framedscreen better than an enclosure? A single screen will be cheaper, but some people prefer the cocooning privacy of an enclosure. Walk-in enclosures are a hybrid of the two, offering more protection than a single screen and a better sense of space than a full enclosure.
Should I opt for a tray or tank the floor? Tanking gives a really sleek, contemporary look but it is labour-intensive so will cost more, in both time and money, than a tray. It’s better to source a really slim-line tray (around 2.5cm deep) that will suit the modern look, without the hassle.
STEEL-FRAMED SHOWER ‘PANELS ARE EXTREMELY – THEY CAN VERSATILE ALSO BE USED AS A ROOM DIVIDER OR TO SCREEN OFF THE WC’ RUTH CORBETT, HOUSES EDITOR
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GRID-STYLE SHOWERS
PEACE OF MIND
With a five-year guarantee. Arezzo matt black grid walk-in enclosure, from £439.85 (as shown), Victorian Plumbing
SOLID FRAME
Powder-coated aluminium for authenticity. Grid shower panels, from £1,350 for 80cm wide, Aston Matthews
EASY-CLEAN GLASS
With Aquaglass for a super shine. Velar walk-in, £495 for 120cm wide panel and stabilising bar, Frontline Bathrooms
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Merlyn’s Black range is anodised: the blackness is integrated in the aluminium, not painted or coated, so it can’t chip or peel.
is cheap-looking hinges and screws. Seek products with concealed fixings that are colour-matched (ie, black). Easy-clean glass, such as AquaShield, has a protective treatment to prevent the build-up of limescale and shampoo residue. The glass will stay shinier and the need to clean is reduced by up to 70 per cent.
FRESH AND GREEN
Buy Ellie’s style…
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FRESH AND GREEN Team modern monochrome with bold, verdant green
Double up with a mirror and shelf combined. Gold framed wall mirror with shelf, £75, Homeplace
Bring in contrast yellow. Chappie hammam towel, £28, Ebb Flow Cornwall
Add edge with industrial lighting. Orlando wire cage wall light, £49, Lime Lace
Mix fresh and faux greenery. Faux plant pot, £6, Primark
Vary tile size with these mini mosaics. Pixel White hexagon matt mosaic tiles, £4.95 per sheet, Walls and Floors
Keep to a linear look. Meleti square countertop basin, £95, Wickes
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Work in geometric patterns on textiles. Geo bath mat, from £12, Next Home
Choose a standout shade for panelling. Puck intelligent eggshell, £33 for 1ltr, Little Greene
Make a statement with a black screen. Arezzo Matt Black grid shower screen, £239.95, Victorian Plumbing
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INSIDE EAT, TRY & DO!
GREAT STUFF TO
CRAFT PROJECTS CHIC SHELVING TIDY TIPS PLUM AND HAZELNUT TART TAKES 1 HR SERVES 8
375g pack of chilled shortcrust pastry Plain flour, for rolling 5tbsp plum jam 12 small plums, halved and stoned 1tbsp caster sugar Double cream, to serve FOR THE BAKEWELL FILLING 85g butter, softened 85g caster sugar 85g ground hazelnuts 50g self-raising flour 2 eggs, beaten YOU WILL NEED 24cm loose-based tart tin
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Heat the oven to 190C/Gas 5. Put a baking tray inside to heat. Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured work surface and line the tart tin. Prick the base with a fork and chill. Put all the filling ingredients into a bowl or food mixer, then beat until smooth and creamy. Spoon the jam into the pastry case and spread evenly. Top with the filling. Arrange the plums, cut side up, on top. Sprinkle over 1tbsp caster sugar. Put the tart tin on the hot baking tray and bake for 30-35 mins until golden. Transfer the tart from the tin to a serving plate. Serve with double cream.
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SOLUTION Genius ways to make everydaytidying, cooking and organising easier…
STYLE UP YOUR CAFFEINE FIX If you tend to make a pot of coffee in the morning and have to reheat it when you want a top-up, you need one of these insulated coffee pots in your life. The double-walled design keeps coffee warmer for longer, while the elegant metallic finish looks oh-so-chic on the countertop. La Cafetière Edited Thermique French press coffee maker, £29.99, Wayfair
Rainy day addition
CLEAN WOODEN DECKING BY SPRAYING ON (AND THEN BRUSHING OFF) COMPOSITE PRIME’S INGENIOUS ABZORBIT COMPOSITE DECKING CLEANER, £14.95 FOR 200ML, AMAZON
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HANDYHELPER
PRETTY COLOURFUL
Compact yet powerful, with Ten speeds, a 5.5ltr bowl and good three attachments. 1000W stand looks. Emma Bridgewater stand mixer in Red, £79.99, VonHaus mixer, £189.99, Russell Hobbs
COUNTERTOP HERO
A stylish choice in black or white. Venga food processor and mixer, £68.31, Amazon
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Made using recycled plastic and wind energy, this supersmart water butt may be a touch pricey but the top features a recess that doubles as a planter so it blends into your garden beautifully. Simply connect it to your drainpipe using a diverter (not included; about £6 from DIY stores) and it will collect water every time it rains, which you can then use to water your garden. Green Basics rain barrel, £139, Elho
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GREAT-VALUE STAND MIXERS Take your baking up a notch with one of these kitchen essentials
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Invest in a beautiful kitchen bin
If you can’t sacrifice cupboard space for a built-in bin, that doesn’t mean you have to choose something that’s an eyesore. Brabantia’s achingly stylish Bo Touch bin comes in six colours, from traditional steel and monochrome shades to the warmer Champagne and Pine Green, and it features two removable inner bins to help separate your waste. Brabantia Bo Touch bin in Pine Green, £118, John Lewis & Partners
IDEAL FOR HOLIDAY, CAMPING OR IF YOU JUST WANT TO REFRESH YOUR CLOTHES, SPRITZ WITH DAY2 DRY WASH SPRAY (£6.41 FOR 200ML, AMAZON) TO REMOVE ODOURS AND REVIVE FABRIC
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DECORATIVE DOORMATS
Wipe your feet on these smart sisal doormats
GRAPHIC GREETING
Welcome friends and family into your home with this doubly great doormat. Hello Hello black and white doormat, £19.75, Bombay Duck
ROUND RUG
This gorgeous doormat may be a touch pricey but it’s oh-so worth saving up for. Jute patterned doormat, £55, Rose & Grey
SIMPLE YET STYLISH
This classic greeting has been given an elegant, decorative update. Nouveau Welcome doormat, £15, Joe Browns
BLING UP YOUR DECOR Zhoosh up plain picture
frames, drawer pulls and garden furniture in a jiff using Wilko’s genius metallic spray paint. Available in Gold, Rose Gold, Gunmetal Grey, Champagne, Silver and Copper, it’s easy to use and dries quickly. Metallic spray paint, £6.75 for 400ml, Wilko
Scrubs up well
CHOOSE MULTITASKING GARDEN FURNITURE Part solar lamp, part perch for your cuppa, this multitasking garden side table is a brilliant addition to any outdoor space, morning or evening, especially if you’re short on patio space. Helsinki floor lamp in Black or Natural, £99, Next Home
Make light work of washing the car with this handy hose attachment set from Gardena. The brush features durable bristles that are tough on dirt, yet gentle on your car, while the head rotates to make cleaning quicker and easier. Featuring a handle, brush head and car shampoo. Gardena car wash set, £37.99, Amazon SEPTEMBER 2021 | 103
The 10-minute Get the place tidy in a flash with these speedy tips and handy buys
FILE AWAY
For such a small price, you’ll want to buy multiples of this versatile metal wire basket for every room, £1, Poundland
SEAGRASS STASH-ALL
Introduce a boho aesthetic with this Sass & Belle black tribal basket, complete with geo pattern and tassel trim, £25, Very
TWO TONE
This oversized storage basket made from Bankuan grass would be ideal for storing logs by a fireplace, £69, Trouva
Tidy baskets
Ready, steady, sort! ORGANISE YOUR HALLWAY FEMININE TOUCH
Give clutter a stylish home with this set of two Toro large storage baskets with handles in soft pink cotton, £35, Made
It’s back-to-school time so avoid kit bags and shoes cluttering up the front door by adding hooks and baskets to give belongings a proper home. AUDIT KIDS TOYS Assess your collection of toys and donate anything not played with for ages to charity. Get them involved, and then use baskets to sort the rest.
WILD SIDE
This adorable fellow is just the thing for storing anything from toys to laundry. Bertie bear basket with lid, £109, Beaumonde
COLOUR POP
ETHICAL CHOICE
Handmade in Ghana, this vibrant Bolga storage basket has both vegan and fair trade credentials, £45, Lola & Mawu
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HUNG UP
Clear floor space by hanging this small braided jute storage basket on the wall or from a hook, £9.99, H&M Home
COOL KIDS
Made from recycled eco velvet, this Nobodinoz toy bag in Jungle Green is perfect for tidying up after playtime, £54.95, Bobby Rabbit
DECLUTTER TIME AT HOME
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MODERN EDGE CURVE APPEAL
With a minimalist Nordic design, this oak Bloomingville Ronda coffee table features a sneaky hidden compartment, £239, Amara
CHART TOPPER
Stack your favourite LPs so they’re always ready for when you want to have a boogie. Mid-century record holder table, £42, Habitat
UNIQUENEUTRALS
This Bloomingville Abbie side table is made from oak veneer and features a removable lid, £170, Sweetpea & Willow
Storage tables Ready, steady, sort! TIDY TECH CHARGERS
TURN TABLE
A swivel top for stashing chargers, plus a handy shelf, makes this a versatile pick. Storage side table, £99, Next Home
GLAM METALLICS
Add a touch of elegance with a golden frame and smoked tempered glass. Dutchbone Eileen side table, £159, Cuckooland
Get rid of any leads you no longer use, then wrap the remaining ones neatly using cable tidies. Try Colour Code cable ties, £5, Store. BIN OLD NEWSPAPERS Go through that pile of old newspapers and magazines and separate them into keep-or-recycle piles. Snap pictures of useful articles for a digital record.
DARKMATTER
Bring an industrial vibe with this heavy duty matt black storage table on wheels, £145, Mink Interiors
N FOR NIFTY
The clever shape of this ultra modern design allows for stacking books or magazines in the clever rack below. Nalzen side table, £395, Oka
NATURAL WEAVE
The four castors mean you can wheel this rattan Lubban trolley table with a storage basket anywhere you like, £55, Ikea
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WINGED WALL ART
Use this uniquely shaped wall piece to keep small items out of reach. Medium Umage butterfly shelf, from £26, Sweetpea & Willow
CABANAVIBES
Create a rustic display with woven natural materials in a diamond design. Cabin retreat rattan shelf, £25, Habitat
MINIMAL DESIGN
Vibrant and modern, the Summer-Louise floating shelf offers handy bookends and comes in several shades, £63.99, Wayfair
Chic shelving
Ready, steady, sort! GO THROUGH HERBS AND SPICES
SWEET DREAMS
Add a touch of lunar magic to any room in the house with this Gold Celestial moon shelf featuring two platforms, £11.50, Red Candy
While most don’t go bad, seasonings do lose their flavour, so check if jars are up to date, and replace if they aren’t. For open shelves, transfer to cute glass jars and add a sticky label. TIDY HOUSEPLANTS Take them off shelves and check them over for dead leaves. If they’ve outgrown their containers, repot them to keep them thriving. Dust leaves with a soft, damp cloth and replace or rehome those past their best.
HOUSE TO HOME
Go for a sleek, Scandi look with a quirky shaped unit featuring multiple wooden shelves. Large black house shelf, £20, Sass & Belle
MIRROR IMAGE
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ARTISANSTYLE
Bring a boho look to your interiors with this clever dual-purpose hanging macramé round mirror with shelf, £49.50, Oliver Bonas
FANCY FLOCK
This eccentric pair gives classic Renaissance design a maximal twist. Yellow flocked wall shelves, £54, Audenza
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MODERNMETAL
Store kitchen essentials in style, including a rack for wine glasses and shelves for jars and spices. Moss wall-mounted storage shelf, £69, Made
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a warm 3 of the best… Tile sunset effect CHILD SAFETY SHOCK SAFE
Clippasafe plug socket covers, £2.25 for pack of six, John Lewis & Partners
BANISH BUMPS
DMFSHI animal corner protectors, £8.88 for pack of four, Amazon
PROTECT FINGERS
Wilko baby multipurpose safety locks, £2 for pack of two, Wilko
Annie Sloan chalk paint in Capri Pink, £21.95 for 1ltr, Annie Sloan
Do it
Ombre herringbone tiles, from £126sq m, Otto Tiles
Ditch boring monochrome tile patterns in favour of a warming ombre effect for your walls. Narrow herringbone tiles work best for this project as you can build layers of colour in rows to fit your space. For a beautiful sunset-inspired design, start with sunny yellows and soft apricots at the bottom and work through blush pinks and berry tones to the darkest shade, in this case an aubergine hue. For a more budget-friendly version of the look, use fewer columns and rows to tile a splashback in a bathroom or behind a fireplace.
DO IT yourself
The latest need-to-knows to help you improve your home
The Coal Drop exterior paint, £48 for 2.5ltr, Coat Paints
MAKE IT Refreshyour POP IN PINK outdoor space If you think you’ve seen pink paint,
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you ain’t seen nothin’ yet! Get ready colour fans, as Annie Sloan has surpassed herself yet again with her brand-new chalk paint shade, Capri Pink. Named after the Italian island, Capri is inspired by the vivid bright pinks found in folk palettes around the globe: think Mexican textiles and Romany gypsy caravan interiors. Try using it as an accent colour on furniture and walls alongside other brights, or buffer with soft neutrals.
USING A PASTE THE WALL WALLPAPER MEANS ANY EXCESS CAN BE CUT OFF AND REUSED TO PATCH GAPS, OR EVEN FOR LATER PROJECTS
It’s never too late in the year to up your garden game, thanks to Coat Paint’s new exterior eggshell range. Give wood, metal and masonry an on-trend off-matt update on doors, gates, sheds and fences, even planters and furniture. The durable formula is available in Coat’s full range of colours, so there are no limits for a fresh look, indoors or out.
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Make a hanging
FLORALCANOPY
Upcycle bicycle wheels to create a table focal point
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hat could be better than a summer gathering under a canopy of flowers? This easy DIY project is perfect for brightening up your garden, whether it’s hung above a dining table or adorning a pergola or walkway. Old bicycle wheels receive a new lease of life painted in colourful shades, while cheerful geraniums are planted in upcycled tin cans. YOU WILL NEED Bicycle wheels Spray paint Empty, clean cans Drill Jute twine S hooks Potting soil Geraniums
Instead of scrapping that old bike, upcycle the wheels to create a striking centrepiece
Paint the wheels to match your chosen blooms
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IF YOUR PLANTERS ARE HANGING TOO LOW OVER THE TABLE, ADJUST THE LENGTH OF TWINE, AND REHANG
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HANGING PLANTERS ‘To enhance the look, try placing smaller planters containing the same flowers along the centre of the table to make a runner.’ Senior FeatureS editor Stephanie Durrant
COOL GREY GLOBAL WEAVE MODERNMETAL Dipped glazed planter, £12.50, Five and Dime
Set of two rattan-style hanging planters, £25, Very
Farringdon hanging plant pot, £14, Garden Trading
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PREPARE THE WHEELS Detach the bicycle wheels from the frame and remove and discard the tyres. Clean the wheels with soapy water to get rid of any dirt and grease. Leave to dry. PAINT THE WHEELS In a well-ventilated area, lay down newspaper or an old sheet to protect the floor. Lightly coat the wheels with spray paint and allow to dry. Apply a second coat. Once dry, turn over and spray the other side, making sure to coat the spokes. PAINT THE TIN CANS You’ll need three or four cans for each wheel. Paint in your chosen colour and allow to dry. Apply a second coat if needed. If desired, paint a coloured band around the base of each can using masking tape to achieve a straight edge. MAKE HOLES FOR HANGING Mark three equidistant points around the top edge of each can. Drill to create small holes, ready for hanging. PLANT UP YOUR CANS Fill the planters with soil and colourful geraniums. Alternatively, pick your favourite flowering pot plants. Make sure not to add soil above the drilled holes. ASSEMBLE YOUR CENTREPIECE Use twine to securely hang the painted bicycle wheels horizontally from a canopy or pergola. Thread long lengths of twine through the holes in each planter and tie in a secure knot at the top. Use S hooks to hang from each wheel.
TIME AT HOME Use punch needle stitches to create a 3D-effect wall hanging
Learn how to punch needle
Despite being a popular craft during the Victorian era, punch needle is only just being discovered by many makers, including authorArounna Khounnoraj. In her book, Punch Needle (£14.99, Hardie Grant), Arounna shares her new-found love of the technique with modern punch-needle projects for you and your home. You’ll learn how to use the tools needed to form different textured stitches, before making everything from cushions to wall hangings featuring abstract patterns and botanical illustrations. FELT FLORALS
Tropical summer wreath felt craft kit, £25, The Make Arcade at Notonthe highstreet. com
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WREATH KITS
FRESH FOLIAGE
The Summer Heart wreath kit, from £70, Hayford & Rhodes TNARRUD EINAHPETS ERUTAEF
ARTS & CRAFTS
Artcuts wooden Liberty of London William Morris wreath kit, £16.95, John Lewis & Partners
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WEAVE ONLINE If you can’t get down to
MAKE IT yourself Check out the latest workshops, books and making must-haves
TRY YOUR HAND AT… JOURNALING As teenagers, many of us everything from notes scribbled our deepest thoughts in a diary, and journaling is pretty similar, but with a dollop of mindful creativity thrown in. Due to the increased pressures of the past year or so, many adults have turned to journaling to help process their thoughts and express their feelings using
Chichester to the beautiful grounds of West Dean, why not take one of the college’s online courses instead? Its latest addition is Tapestry Weaving – Learn the Basics, in which tutor Philip Sanderson guides you through this on-trend yarn craft. For a launch price of £120, you’ll receive a craft box with a handmade tapestry frame, plus all the kit you need to start weaving. You’ll also have 12 weeks’ access to video tutorials to work through at your own pace. Book at westdean.org.uk Mindfulness journal, from £15, AIM Studio Co at Etsy
and doodles to photos and stickers. There are lots of beautiful journals available, but you can use any notepad or paper, while pens, tapes and embellishments from your craft stash are perfect for prettifying your planner. There are no rules – just have fun and go with the flow.
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Healthy and easy
MIDWEEK MEALS Simple dishes for every night of the week that all the family will love
LOWER FAT
SPICY TURKEY BURGERS TAKES 30 MINS SERVES 6
FOR THE BURGERS 400g minced turkey 1 red onion, peeled and finely chopped 2tsp crushed chilli 1 roasted red pepper, deseeded and finely chopped 6tbsp fresh breadcrumbs 1 lemongrass stalk, finely chopped 6tbsp chopped fresh coriander 1tsp fish
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sauce 100g sweetcorn kernels 2tsp soy sauce 1 egg, beaten Zest of 1 lime FOR THE REST 6 large portobello mushrooms Soy sauce 6 burger buns or rolls 6 slices beefsteak tomato mustard lettuce leaves
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Mix all the burger ingredients together in a bowl. Divide the mixture into 6 and shape into burgers. Heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Put the mushrooms on a baking tray, drizzle with a little soy sauce and cook for 25 mins. Meanwhile, fry the burgers on each side until browned,
then put them onto an oiled baking tray and place in the oven for the last 15 mins of the mushrooms’ cooking time. To serve, split the buns and toast the cut sides in a frying pan. Add a slice of tomato and a mushroom to each one, then top with a burger, mustard and lettuce.
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PRAWNBURRITO BOWL
TAKES 20 MINS SERVES 2 1 corn on the cob 1tbsp olive oil 200g raw king prawns 2tbsp Mexican spice mix 250g pouch microwave Mexican rice 1 little gem lettuce 1 avocado, sliced Lime, chilli and coriander, to serve
ALL THE SPICE
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Heat a griddle pan until smoking. Char the corn on all sides until cooked and slightly blackened. Remove from the heat and slice the corn from the cob with a sharp knife. Bring a large frying pan to a medium-high heat. Add the oil and cook the prawns for around 5 mins, until just pink. Add the spice mix and cook for a further 1 min. Cook the Mexican rice according to the pack instructions. Arrange the lettuce leaves, avocado and corn in bowls. Add the rice and the prawns and garnish with lime, chilli and coriander.
TO MAKE A VEGGIE ALTERNATIVE, USE CUBES OF TOFU OR JACKFRUIT INSTEAD OF PRAWNS BEEF STIR FRY
TAKES 10 MINS SERVES 4 2 x 200g sirloin steaks, sliced 1tsp sunflower oil 6 spring onions, sliced, plus extra to serve 300g mixed mushrooms, sliced 200g sugar snap peas 250g wide noodles Pinch chilli flakes 2tbsp toasted cashews, chopped FOR THE MARINADE 100ml teriyaki sauce Juice of 2 limes 3tbsp soy sauce Pinch of sugar
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Put the sliced steaks in a dish, toss them in the marinade ingredients. In a wok, heat the oil. Fry the spring onions, mushrooms and sugar snap peas for 3 mins until just cooked. Set aside. Add the meat to the wok, reserve the leftover marinade. Cook for 2-3 mins, then remove and set aside with the veg. Turn the heat down, pour in the marinade and bring to a simmer for 2-3 mins. Cook the noodles to pack instructions. Add the noodles into the wok, with the beef and vegetables. Stir until everything is warmed through, adding a splash of hot water to loosen if necessary. Sprinkle over extra spring onion, chilli flakes and cashews.
QUICK & EASY
CHICKEN KEBABS WITH FETA SALAD
TAKES 10 MINS, PLUS MARINATING SERVES 2 2 chicken breasts, roughly cubed ½tsp oregano ½tsp paprika 2 garlic cloves, sliced Zest and juice of 1 lemon 1 red pepper, sliced 1tbsp olive oil 250g Total 0% Yogurt, to serve 50g rocket 1 avocado, sliced 200g feta, crumbled ½ cucumber YOU WILL NEED Skewers, if wooden, submerge in water before using so they don’t burn
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Mix the chicken in the oregano, paprika, garlic, and lemon zest and juice. Leave to marinate for 2 hrs, or overnight. Bring the chicken to room temperature. Roast or grill the pepper slices with a drizzle of oil plus seasoning, until lightly blackened. Set aside. Thread the chicken onto skewers and season. Place under a hot grill or cook on a hot griddle for 10 mins, turning throughout. Serve with the roasted pepper, yogurt, rocket, avocado, feta and cucumber.
GREAT FOR A BBQ
THESE COME IN AT JUST 289 CALS PER SERVING,IDEAL FOR A LIGHT MEAL. THAI GREEN CHICKEN CURRY
THAI TREAT
TAKES 30 MINS SERVES 4 2tsp olive oil 4 chicken breasts, sliced 200g courgette, sliced 100g fine green beans, trimmed 150g baby corn 400ml can coconut milk Juice 1-2 limes 2tbsp toasted coconut 1 red chilli, sliced Thai basil, and jasmine rice to serve FOR THE CURRY PASTE 1 onion, roughly chopped 5cm piece ginger, grated 3 garlic cloves 1 lemongrass stick, roughly chopped 2 Thai green chillies, roughly chopped 2tsp fish sauce 2tsp honey 1tsp coriander seeds ½tsp ground cumin Large handful fresh chopped coriander
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Put 1tsp of the oil in a food processor with all the curry paste ingredients and whizz to a fine paste. Heat the remaining oil in a wok on a high heat and cook the paste until fragrant and bubbling. Turn up the heat and add the chicken, and cook for 5 mins, constantly moving around, then mix in the veg. After 2 mins, pour in the coconut milk and boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5-6 mins, until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is cooked through. Add fresh lime juice to taste, and top with toasted coconut, red chilli and Thai basil. Serve with jasmine rice.
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HADDOCK AND LEEK PIE
TAKES 30 MINS SERVES 6 1 leek, sliced 400g skinless smoked haddock fillet 500g skinless cod fillet 450ml semi-skimmed milk 3tbsp thickening granules 4 splashes of Tabasco Small bunch of basil 50g lemon and pepper breadcrumbs 1 lemon, sliced 1tbsp olive oil
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Heat the oven to 200C/Gas 6. Put the leek and 2tbsp water in a bowl, cover with clingfilm and microwave for 5 mins to soften. Put the fish and milk in a pan, cover and simmer for 5 mins. Transfer the fish to an ovenproof dish with the leeks. Add the thickening granules and Tabasco to the milk, then heat and stir until the sauce thickens. Sprinkle a few basil leaves over the fish, pour over the sauce, then scatter over the breadcrumbs. Arrange the lemon slices on top and drizzle over the olive oil. Bake for 20 mins until pale golden. Finish with a few basil leaves, to serve.
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SQUASH RISOTTO
TAKES 45 MINS SERVES 4 350g pack prepared butternut squash 3tsp rapeseed oil 1 vegetable stock cube 100g risotto rice 1 medium onion, sliced 100g spelt 1tbsp fresh sage, chopped 20g Parmesan, finely grated
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Heat oven to 200C/Gas 6. Spread the butternut squash out on a baking tray and drizzle over the oil and season. Roast for 20 mins, stirring occasionally. Pour 600ml water into a pan, add the stock cube and bring to a boil. Next, add the rice and onion and simmer for 10 mins, stirring occasionally. Add the spelt and continue to cook for a further 12 mins, until the water has been absorbed and the rice and spelt are just tender. Add more water if required. Stir in the sage, Parmesan and seasoning. Divide the risotto between four warmed bowls and arrange the roasted squash on top.
CAULIFLOWER AND KALE CHEESE VEGGIE FAVE
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Heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Bring a pan of salted water to a boil and add the cauliflower. Boil for 3 mins, add the kale and cook for 2 mins. In a pan, melt the butter; use a little to coat the dish. Press breadcrumbs against the base and sides. Arrange the cauliflower and kale on top. Add the onion and bay leaves to the pan with the remaining butter and cook over low heat until the onion is soft. Off the heat, whisk in the flour, a quarter of the milk and 1tsp sea salt. Add the rest of the milk and the mustard. Return to the heat and, when it starts bubbling, mix until thick, about 2 mins. Remove the bay leaves from the milk then add in the cheese. Pour the sauce over the cauliflower and kale. Cook in the oven for 20 mins, until the top is golden.
MOC.BUHTNETNOCERUTUF SHPARGOTOHP DNA SEPICER SKOOF ESOR ERUTAEF
TAKES 40 MINS SERVES 4 1 cauliflower, cut into florets 100g kale, stems removed and torn into pieces 40g unsalted butter 100g soft white breadcrumbs 1 onion, finely chopped 3 bay leaves 50g plain flour 500ml whole milk 2tsp wholegrain mustard 100g Cheddar cheese, grated
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BLACKBERRY FILO NESTS
TAKES 25 MINS, PLUS COOLING SERVES 4 3 sheets filo pastry 2tbsp butter, melted 4tbsp low-fat yogurt 250g blackberries 2tbsp maple syrup dusting of icing sugar, to serve YOU WILL NEED 4 x 9cm diameter individual tart tins, greased
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Heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Cut the filo pastry into 15cm squares. Brush each side with the melted butter and layer 2-3 pieces in each tin. Bake for 12-15 mins until golden brown and cooked through. Allow to cool completely, then remove the cases from the tins. To serve, divide the yogurt between the tart shells and scatter over the blackberries. Drizzle with maple syrup and dust with icing sugar to serve.
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Have you tasted the new oven-cook versions of Hula Hoops and Space Raiders potato shapes? They are now available from Iceland and The Food Warehouse. Could they be even more moreish than the original? We think so. And they’re not just for kids. We can’t resist snacking on hot Hula Hoops – they’re the perfect nibble to accompany a glass of wine. Plus, all of the iconic flavours are available.
Space Raiders in Pickled Onion or Beef; Hula Hoops in Original Salted or BBQ Beef, all £1.50 for 650g, Iceland and The Food Warehouse
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These luxurious brioche buns will elevate any burger. St Pierre Sliced Brioche Burger Buns, £2 for pack of six, Ocado and Morrisons
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The most scrumptious spreads and tasty treats in your trolley this month
latest pasta sauce to join the ranks of Sacla’s sensational vegan line up. For a speedy supper, simply stir this rich and creamy sauce into spaghetti. Pea protein is added to create an authentic texture and smoked salt adds a richness akin to bacon. Whether you’re vegan or not, this sauce is a creamy delight that will hit the spot, £2.50 for 350g, Asda.
Go on, fire up the barbie!
Co-op has us covered with tonnes of super barbecue options. When friends stop by we’re cracking out the Texan-Style BBQ Flat Iron Steaks. These awesome steaks are ready to bung straight on the barbie as they come ready-marinated in a sweet and smoky rub. The British beef is gorgeously tender and succulent. Or for classic BBQ fare, the Rib and Brisket Burger is a great choice. It’s juicy and packed with flavour.
Irresistible Rib and Brisket Burger with Cheddar and Caramelised Onion Melt, £3.20 for 334g, Co-op
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