Stylista Homes April/May 2013

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APRIL / MAY 2013

HERB GARDENS

trends SPRING YELLOW literary london

CORNER SOFAS

Limited collection

HOT COMPETITIONS Page 38 informative

Young

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Welcome to

stylista homes

This magazine is dedicated to all those home and aspiring home owners who love creating their own individual space. This magazine is for you. What do you like, what do you want to read about, what can we find for you?

2013 promises to be an exciting year and with so many interior and furniture trade shows at the start of the year we want you to set us a challenge... Tell us what you are looking for, is it an amazing purple corner sofa, perhaps you want that clever bed that comes out of the wall... whatever your desire please share it with us at editorial@stylistahomes.co.uk

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Rachel Branson PUBLISHER / EDITOR Welcome to our Sprint edition of Stylista Homes. The articles are intended to brighten your day with lots of yellow, florals and for the little ones woodland creatures. We’ve also been busy reviewing some of the finest home fragrances and don’t’ miss our exclusive on the Literary London art Collection created by Dex & Anna Burles (AB Studio).

Enjoy and be inspired.

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the Editors

Victoria Branson Zoe Branson-Chant FEATURES EDITOR YOUNG STYLISTA FEATURES Even with the clocks going forward and Easter celebrations just past it’s hard to believe it is Spring. This time of year is normally the perfect time for home owners to plan and prep DIY projects with the warmer weather making it pleasurable to use outside space and for windows to be open to vent away dust and paint fumes, but with snow still falling I’m sure many of us are holding back until the sun begins to really shine! This edition should hopefully brighten your day; we’ve got some great articles and more fantastic FRONT COVER IMAGE competitions to enter.

Barker & Stonehouse Kalina corner group £3,335.00, Giles - Swivel Chair £869.00 For stockist information please visit www.barkerandstonehouse.co.uk “Follow” Subscribe or call 01642 230 988 us to us

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yellow

Meshed Bowl in yellow from Great British Designs The Meshed Bowl design uses strong geometric shapes to create a great optical effect. Made in Britain to the highest standards, it is a shallow fruit bowl, made from 1.5mm steel, which is laser-cut and then pressed. The bowl sits on a 10mm base which is attached to the underside of the bowl prior to it being powder coated in beautiful bold colours.

The clever design of the base makes the Bowl appear to be floating on air. The sharp, triangular patterning of the Meshed Bowl creates a swirling optical effect which contrasts with the soft curves of the fruit within the Bowl. The cut-outs not only create wonderful geometric designs but also allow unrestricted air flow to the fruit within the bowl. Dimensions are: Diameter 27cm x Height 4cm. Available in blue or yellow £55.00 great-british-designs.co.uk

Yellow Velvet Love Tub

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Gorgeous, luxurious, sumptuous. The Velvet Chair Company has designed another irresistible statement piece, the 2-seater armchair ‘Love Tub’ in a selection of nine fabulous colours ranging from sophisticated neutrals to eyepopping brights. The ‘Love Tubs’ are proudly made for ‘The Velvet Chair Company’ in Beeston, Nottinghamshire by upholsterers who personally sign each one. They use traditional construction techniques that have stood the test of time, which is why they are confident enough to give a 20 year guarantee with each double tub chair frame. To finish the chairs they use high quality Cotton Pile Velvet from Holland, a historical centre of velvet milling in Europe. One reassuring feature of our velvet is that durability is double that recommended for domestic use.

20,000 rubs is standard – theirs is 40,000 rubs, making their velvet loveseats even more luxurious. £545.00 oliverbonas.com

Backgammon Wallpaper Mustard Backgammon is a striking abstract design combining the interplay between chevrons and discs to create a dynamic pattern. It’s the third design to launch from the forthcoming 2012 collection, entitled ‘The Buddha of Suburbia’. £50.00 minimoderns.com

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Opal Yellow Vase Bring a little sunshine to your home with this beautiful glass, yellow vase. The inside of the vase is white which gives a contrast to the bright ridged exterior. A perfect accessory to brighten up any room. Dimensions: Height 15cm x Diameter 13cm ÂŁ11.95 emeraldnest.co.uk

Lemongrass Cotton Tub Chair Tub Chair, upholstered with Designers Guild Cotton, available in a range of 9 colours, all featuring contrast buttons.

The frames are made in the UK using traditional construction techniques that have stood the test of time, which is why there is a 20 year guarantee with each tub chair frame. Oak wood frame and legs Dimensions: H72.5cm x W72cm x D72cm Legs height: 24cm Seat depth: 47cm Seat height: 43cm ÂŁ395.00 oliverbonas.com

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Glass Bubbles Tumbler A fantastic selection of colours is just one reason these tumblers are hard to resist; other reasons to love them are the hand made feel with bubbles through the glass and a slight lack of uniformity. Finally they are good and solid.

Glass Dimensions: 10.5cm x 8.7cm £3.50 oliverbonas.com

Bright Yellow Desk Lamp This delightful table lamp subscribes to the latest industrial trend. Available in a mouthwatering selection of colours it is sure to brighten up the dullest of desks.

Seen here in canary yellow. Dimensions: W10 x H52cm £170.00 outthereinteriors.com

F&f Home Kissing Rabbits Cushion £7.00 tesco.com

Pappelina Aki Light Orange Rug Pappelina is a Swedish company that designs and manufactures unique, modern rugs and a wide range of other soft furnishings.

The unusual yet practical Pappelina rugs are made from soft Swedish plastic and hand-woven in Sweden using old traditional weaving looms. Soft and comfortable to walk on these hardwearing, woven plastic rugs are perfect for both indoors and outdoors such as the hallway, kitchen or patio. These beautiful rugs have an uncommon lustre and shine and are reversible with opposite pattern. This light orange/vanilla coloured Aki runner Rug is available in 4 sizes.

Prices from £86.00 cloudberryliving.co.uk

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Baby Bubble - Canary Yellow The Italian designed and built bio ethanol fire, no flue required.

Made from high quality carbon steel with a stainless steel burner.

Using bio fuel made from sugar beet and potato skins, thi clean fuel does not produce any soot or smoke. Available in 200 colours. The Baby Bubble gives out 4000 watts of heat, the flame can be regulated to reduce the heat output. ÂŁ2,242.00 walneyuk.com

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Scented Narcissi A box of 16 pretty, posy length, Scented Narcissi. The 2 posies of 8 flowers are trimmed and bunched with delicate foliage.

This is the perfect gift to just say thank you or to send as a “floral postcard”. The flowers will arrive by 1st class Royal Mail, packaged simply in a sturdy box, wrapped in decorative sleeves with smart ribbon and green tissue paper. Foliage, flower food, an informative flower care leaflet and of course your personal message on an attractive gift card are all included. As with all their flower packs, the price shown includes delivery to mainland UK by Royal Mail 1st class postal service but not any vase or container shown in the photos. £9.50 scillyflowers.co.uk

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YOYO Daisies & Pansies Couture Cases Ltd specialise in must have, on trend, design your own radiator covers, radiator cases, console tables and mantel shelves. You can even choose fabric, digital, crystal, painted and upholstered....or supply your own photos.. Best of all they are installed in minutes, and all come with optional remote controlled multicolour lighting. Product shown here is the YOYO Digital Radiator Cover range where you can select from 100’s of stock images or you can even provide your own. This image is a stock image of pansies and daisies perfect for garden rooms and conservatories couturecases.co.uk

Primavera Easter Breakfast Table Linens Dining room textiles and made to measure curtains from the new Primavera fabric collection, perfect for the Easter breakfast. Dekoria. co.uk offers hundreds of home textiles and interior accessories in this pretty fabric, both made to measure and ready made. Items available to order online include made to measure curtains and tablecloths for the perfect finishing touch and ready made accessories such as bread baskets, chair covers for most IKEA chair models and seat pads. Making of made to measure curtains and blinds is free and fabrics in the Primavera collection start from ÂŁ9.99 per metre dekoria.co.uk

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herb gardens Cast Iron Pestle and Mortar Every kitchen with a herb garden needs a pestle and mortar in which to grind the freshly grown herbs. The Pestle and Mortar was the first of Bex Simon’s creations for her Collections range. The unique organic form of the mortar comprises an undercut at the rim to retain those hard spices from bouncing out. Besides adding style and charm to the mortar, the lip allows the ground material to be easily removed from the undercut of the mortar. Stable and sturdy – this pestle and mortar will do all the work for you by using the weight behind the pestle against the solid mortar bowl. The rounded end of the pestle sits comfortably within the palm of your hand to prevent discomfort whilst grinding. £35 stylistaboutique.co.uk

Porcelain Herb And Plant Labels Inspired by her own gardening, Jo has designed these weather and waterproof plant labels. Equally at home indoor or out, each is stamped with the name of one of the most popular herbs and vegetables. The porcelain labels are approximately 4.5×6.5 cm. £6 joheckett.com

Dobbies Windowsill Herb Planter (left) Lavender Thyme or Rosemary plants, Lavender Heart Hanging Decoration Wndowsill Herb Planter (3 pots and saucer) £6 Lavender, Thyme or Rosemary plants £3 each Lavender Heart Hanging Decoration £5 dobbies.com

Dobbies Planted Herb Box (right) Dobbies Planted Herb Box with assorted herbs £12 dobbies.com

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Hot Pot BBQ Unique BBQ design The Hot Pot BBQ is the ingenious combination of a pot plant and BBQ in one single package.

It may appear to be a terracotta pot and plant but lift of the top and inside is a fully working grill. Why not grow some herbs in the top to complement your food? Made from stainless steel and heat insulating ceramic coating.

Availability: ÂŁ99.00 ÂŁ99.00 livingitup.co.uk

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James Wong Chinese Chives Sweet, roast-garlic flavoured flower buds for stunning stirfries, salads and omelettes. So long lived that a single 5-min planting will offer 3 decades of crops! Available at Squire’s Garden Centres £1.85 squiresgardencentres.co.uk/

Herb Pot Trio Herb Pot Trio by Sagaform of Sweden, as seen in The Sunday Times newspaper.

Presented in a premium giftbox. “Design guru Melinda Ashton Turner loves the new ‘Herb Trio pot’ from Sagaform - The Sunday Times October 2007” Material: stoneware SIZE: 400 (L) mm X 130mm (W) x 70mm (H) Pot dia: 80mm £34.99 stylishlife.co.uk

SAGAFORM Herb Pot Duo This stylish ceramic herb pot duo by Sagaform holds 2 varieties of fresh herbs and has a hole in the lid allowing good air circulation and easy watering. Size : 27cm x13cm x 8cm Material : Ceramic Gift Boxed £26.99 thekitchengiftco.com

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Personalised Apple Crate Our personalised ‘ready to plant’ reproduction apple pine crate is the perfect gift for all... A brilliant gift for the home, an antique looking Apple Crate printed with ANY name or message you choose! This great Personalised Apple Crate is supplied empty for the recipient to use as they like. These fantastic crates can be filled and used as hamper gifts, or even planted with seasonal herbs and plants. Each crate is crafted from a high quality pine of 10mm thickness and measures approx 31cm (l) x 20cm (w) x 15cm (h). Go on, make your their day... £29.99 gettingpersonal.co.uk

Gardeners Herb Labels A pack of six wooden herb labels for keen gardeners and kitchen window sill pots: rosemary, basil, mint, thyme, coriander and parsley 20cm x 2.4cm £4.00 montysvintageshop.co.uk

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Kitchen Vegetable Garden This rustic style, wooden trough planter is ideal for growing fresh herbs in your own home all year round.

This authentic trough can be placed anywhere and can be used as needed when cooking.

Contains: Rustic Wooden Trough, compost and three herb seed sachets. Basil Chives Parsley Dimensions Length 34cm (14”) x Height 9.5cm (3.7”) x Width 9cm (3.5”) £12.95 primrose.co.uk

Indoor Allotment Gift Set This simple, stylish Indoor Allotment brings the outdoors indoors.

With city living many of us struggle to enjoy vast outdoor spaces and allotments so this indoor version is great for style conscious greenfingered types. The wooden shed comes complete with a white picket fence surrounding three miniature plant pots with drainage holes for growing your herbs. The roof of the shed opens and the door swings open to reveal snips, soil pellets and a pack of three seeds – Coriander, Basil and Oregano - to get growing your very own mini allotment indoors. £24.99 menkind.co.uk

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Powis Corner Sofa - Navy The Powis is a finely tuned, extremely versatile corner sofa system designed for rume by Richard Paul Baker. The Powis is made-to-order to fit any required dimension and layout and rume is able to produce detailed 3d drawings of any proposal so that the client can see exactly what their corner sofa will look like before purchase. The Powis can be made in two or three lockable sections with a chaise end, detachable stool or a second arm. It can have blind or piped cushions and brushed or polished stainless steel legs.

As with all rume sofas it is handmade by our skilled staff in our Sussex workshops, drawing on classic English furniture making traditions and techniques and combining long established practices with proven

modern materials. As shown it has a solid beech and plywood frame in three locking sections, a cross webbed platform, quilted duck feather-over-reflex foam seat cushions, duck feather and fibre back cushions and satin finish legs. Your choice of fabric or leather. Made to order from: £4100.00 excluding fabric or leather. Please note: For more information, fabric samples or to place an order please email us at info@rume.co.uk or call us on 01273 777 810 or if you feel like an adventure why not visit our lovely shop at rume, 54 western road, hove, bn3 1jd. Prices are exclusive of fabric and leather but include VAT. From £4,100 rume.co.uk

Buzz corner sofa For the ultimate in flexibility, Buzz is a clean-lined mix-andmatch modular sofa concept. A highlight of Sofas & Stuff’s new Contemporary Brit collection, a corner unit, chair and footstool can be used to create an endless variety of seating arrangements. Introducing a new way to explore colour, each piece is presented in an edited selection of tonal British wools.

Love colour but don’t know how to use it? Sofas & Stuff’s triedand-tested shade block colourways, including Paintbox Blues, Marmalade, Autumn Berries and City Skyline, make it easy to brighten up your home. (main picture)—Buzz corner sofa in Autumn Berries wools £2,590 sofasandstuff.com

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Alison Corner Sofa Description: The Alison sofa comprises beautifully tapered arms, elegant chrome legs and linear styling to bring you a timeless piece of modern designer furniture. Alison sofa pieces are modular and can be combined in a number of ways to give different configurations depending on the dimensions of your space. All of the Alison sofas have removable covers. The sofa frame is made of rolled steel and solid birch. All of our modern designer sofas come with a five year guarantee as standard. ÂŁ2,180.50 camerich.co.uk

Siena Corner Sofa The Siena Corner Sofa exclusive to Iconic Interiors, designed by Mark Holdsworth. Cushions: Upholstered in full aniline Italian leather or fabric, filled with a duck feather mix. Frame: Wooden frame construction. Dimensions (H x W x D) 82cm (top of loose cushions) x 300cm x 150cm (depth of chaise longue). Available in black, expresso, antique, vintage or old chestnut full aniline leather.

From ÂŁ2,242 iconicinteriors.com

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Aspen L-shaped sofa Content by Conran’s British-upholstered classics are now available to order in a choice of British-woven wools by Abraham Moon. Take a mix-andmatch approach and pair plains and plaids with polka dots or checks. Consider contrasting colours on either side of your cushions for an extra personal piece. £3,990 contentbyconran.com

Cow Hide Corner Sofa The Cow Hide Albany Sofa from Sofa Design bodes an unusual rustic design that will provide a focal point to any living room.

From £5,100.00 sofadesign.co.uk

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few months back I had the pleasure of meeting Anna Burles (you may remember the interview in the December issue). Shortly after Anna invited me along to a gallery showcase of work that she and contemporary artist Dex had created.

Literary London is a collection of art celebrating the capital’s rich literary heritage. Bringing to life the army of fictional characters who were born here.

From the dreamers and dandies to the eerily eccentric and downright dangerous. Not just the living, but also the walking dead. All the winged and manylegged creatures who’ve been immortalised in the pages of novels. And who continue to inhabit and delight imaginations the world over. The larger than life personalities conceived by an equally eclectic horde of authors obsessed with London’s every nook and cranny, its bawdy taverns and refined townhouses, as well as the cities notorious underbelly, its clinks and courts of law.

Now, if you are a reader of classic literary, of novels that have seen it through generation after generation without losing their attraction then you too should be inspired by this limited collection of contemporary artwork by Dex and Anna Burles.

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If you live in, have routes in or simply just like our capital, these inspiring limited collection pieces will undoubtedly create a fantastic focal feature on your walls and be a talking point for all who view it.

To view and/or purchase a piece from the Literary London collection visit stylistaboutique.co.uk/, remember the pieces are strictly a limited collection, so if you’re interested don’t hesitate, when they’re gone they’re gone!

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Home scents

REVIEWD BY US, JUST FOR YOU

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ith so many different home scents and fragrances on the market and with many of our purchases made online it can be difficult to know where to begin when buying your scented candles and diffusers. Perhaps a case of trial and error maybe the solution or you could take note from the Stylista Homes team who’ve been spoilt testing and trying an exciting range of scented candles and diffusers.

Everything we write is a true reaction from our senses, sight, touch and most of all smell.

We’ve breathed in to our hearts content over the last few weeks and what is good news for you, is we haven’t found a bad one amongst the bunch!

Caroline Gardner Fig & Blossom scented candle We’ve had this burning in the office for sometime. The small frosted glass votive is simple yet elegant. The Fig & Blossom scent, is a deliciously light frangrane which you can have burning for hours and without it becomming overpowering. A gentle fragrance which does indeed have the scent of Mediterranean Fig while the blossom francgrance mixes perfectly giving it a floral “air” about it. The candles are made from a blend of mineral wax and natural plant extracts, specially formulated to diffuse the fragrance without background aroma, the wicks are 100% unbleached natural cotton.

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The votives are beautifully packaged in a box with the Caroline Gardner branding yet with an indiviual pattern for each fragrance, these would make an ideal gift. Being such a subtle fragrance the Fig & Blossom would be perfect to give to someone if you weren’t entirely sure what scent they are partial too.

Caroline Gardner frangrances are handmade in Suffolk, England and are priced at £10.95 for the smaller size or £23 for the large - there are matching diffusers too, all available carolinegardner.com

Potters Crouch Candles

Another range sent to Stylista Homes for review were the Potters Crouch candles. I’ll come to the candles in just a moment, but I must tell you that I was pleasantly charmed by the packaging. Inside the box was a leaflet with information about the company and how the company has learned from customer feedback the candles smell good enough to eat, so to avoid you tucking into the wax a delicious chocolate bar was included to suppress hunger, a truly lovely touch!

We received the three fragrances as pictured. Each candle is set into a tin container with lid, each one beautifully illustrated in an exclusive hand painted watercolour design to match the scent inside. The Sea Breeze wax is coloured sea blue and is decorated with tiny blue crystals and shells, what amazed us most is how the unmistakable scent of the sea is captured within. Even without being lit, you can close your eyes and inhale the fragrance and it will seem just like you’re at the seaside, perfect for sea lovers and to bring back memories of seaside holidays. The exclusive Fireside candle’s wax is black and is decorated with red and silver crystals. A delicious musky spice scent, we’ve had this burning in the evening with the fire lit (it’s still cold enough to have the fire burning you

see!) the Fireside candle filling the air with a warming winter scent. For a brighter spring version, we’ve tried the Daffodil & Narcissus. A gorgeous Spring inspired candle with bright yellow wax decorated with tiny green and yellow crystals. A vibrantly fresh fragrance without being to overpowering, with Sun streaming through the windows this scent is perfect to lift the spirits and brighten the day.

We really can’t choose a favourite from this collection, they are so individual yet powerful each giving a strikingly different scent. Each of their highly scented candles are hand mixed; hand poured; hand labelled and finished, using the finest quality natural ingredients and original perfumes created by an expert French perfumer exclusively for Potters Crouch candles.

With a secret blend of wax, all candles burn for about 50 hours. There are over 40 candles in the range and judging by the three we’ve tested the Potters Crouch candles now come highly recommended by the Stylista Homes team.

Potters Crouch candles are priced from £8.50 and are available www.potterscrouchcandles.co.uk

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DesRes Dreams Scented Candle If ever there was a candle designed with relaxing in mind, then the DesRes Dreams Scented Candle is it.

As you open the box a refreshing nose tingling woody aroma wafts out. Scented with watermint and a hint of rosemary this Dreams scented candle is ideal for your quiet time. The pure white wax candle is set in a large 20cl glass, which when the candle has eventually burned (appox 60 hours burn time) the glass can be cleaned and use as a drinking glass—making it a sustainable and environmentally friendly product.

The simple yet elegant scent is simply divine, not too overpowering but just perfect to unwind and relax with after a hard day. It is made from 100% organic products and is naturally coloured. The candles are also scented with essential oils and because they are so natural they have been certified cosmetic products. The wax is also an emollient vegetable balm which means when the wax melts, you can massage (with care not to burn oneself) some of the oils into your skin for a total relaxation effect.

The DesRes Dreams Scented candle is available for ÂŁ13.50 from www.desresdesign.co.uk

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RIVERDALE DAYS COLLECTION DIFFUSER The Days diffuser by Riverdale is the only diffuser we’ve included, but we are pleased that we have. The chic and stylish diffuser is presented in an elegant white and silver box.

The sophisticated packaging itself makes it truly perfect for that extra special gift.

some time, and while it doesn’t say how long it lasts, we’ve had it diffusing for two weeks now and the aroma is just as it was to begin with. The light floral smell is really gorgeous and is just perfect for lifting the spirits and awakening ones senses.

Riverdale is available in over 150 independent retail outlets around the UK for stockist information visit www.riverdale.nl.

The scent is Lovely Lily, a superbly refreshing fragrance and as the slogan reads “All the ingredients for a wonderful day...” which we thinks sums it up perfectly. The large size bottle suggests that it will last quite

Heaven Dream Candle by deborah mitchell Therapist Deborah Mitchell, has brought out a beautiful range of organic candles.

Stylista Homes received a sample of the “Heaven Dream Candle” which is scented with Sandlewood, Grapefruit and Lavender essential oils. The candle is set in a beautiful black Waterford Crystal glass and is presented in a stylish high quality gift box.

A delicious and relaxing fragrance which I’ve

utterly enjoyed burning, whist unwinding in a warm bubble bath after a hard day at work.

There are a choice of 4 candles available in small and large sizes or as a trio gift set. Each candle is made in Britain and Soil Association registered.

Prices range from £18.55 to £36 and are available from www.heavenskincare.com

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Alison at Home Trio set The Stylista team were kindly given a trio of scented candles from Alison at Home. The candles are professionally packaged in an oblong box with coordinating ribbon. The candles are made in England from 100% natural wax. We received (as pictured) the Wild Fig, Cassis & Orange Blossom, the Lime, Mandarin and Basil and the Green Tea. Each candle

is set in a coloured glass votive and the “A” logo for Alison at Home engraved on the outside.

All three are deliciously light fragrances. The Wild Fig, Cassis & Orange Blossom has a slightly citrusy woody perfume, a very calming fragrance set in a lilac glass votive. The Lime, Mandarin and Basil is set in a pale grey votive, has a somewhat “masculine” aroma, a refreshing “just stepped out of the shower” smell.

The Green Tea set in a white coloured glass votive does indeed resemble its name. A slightly floral and yet cleansing aroma which is both refreshing and relaxing at the same time.

The three fragrances in this set complement each other perfectly and are beautifully presented making them ideal gifts to give away. The understated glass votives will blend with most interiors and the heavenly fragrances are bound to be loved by all.

The trio is £34.50 and is available from www.alisonathome.com

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Yankee Candle - Chocolate Bunnies Warm Spice and Cinnamon Stick We have always been amazed by the way Yankee Candle are able to take, it seems almost any fragrance and embed that scent into a wax candle. Yankee Candle has over 150 different fragrances available with new ones coming out all the time. We’ve been trying three yummy-scrummy fragrances to give our own verdict on the famous Yankee Candle The first was Chocolate Bunnies an Easter themed fragrance. A sweet almost edible scent of pure creamy rich chocolate will take you to chocolate heaven.

A chocolate brown wax set in a sturdy glass jar. All Yankee jar candles have tight lids which means when you take the lid off the fragrance has been bottled up and literally explodes and the Chocolate Bunnies is as expected, truly delicious!

Next up was the Warm Spice. A winter warming scent that is a perfect accompaniment to a cold and wet wintery day. A light brown wax set in the trademark jar; it’s a deliciously indulgent and creamy scent which has a classic blend of vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.

Finally we tried the Cinnamon Stick. Cinnamon is a popular spice used in home fragrances and the Yankee Candle truly captures the mystical aroma of imported cinnamon bundled with cloves in its own unique way. The cinnamon coloured wax is set in the classic Yankee jar. It is an all year round scent which gives off a relaxing and ambient perfume, perfect to have burning away on a warm summers evening or on a chilly winters night.

Each of the Yankee candles has their own individual illustrated design which visually represents what smell you can expect to find inside. The trademark jars as pictured are £19.99 each and are available from www.yankeecandle.co.uk where you will find a huge range of amazing fragrances in different dispensers including candles, room sprays, diffusers and even ones for the car.

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Happi Letter Branch Giant Wall Decals Create a magical haven for your little one with this whimsical Happi Baby Personalisation Scroll Tree Wall Decal. Designed as either a stand-alone feature or an add-on to our popular large Scroll Tree, these removable and repositionable wall stickers will bring a fun style to any room. Each set includes a scrolling brown branch, cute animals, flowers, hearts and letters. The perfect size to fit in a small space where paint or wallpaper isn’t an option. Also a great idea for nurseries or bedrooms! £22.00 dottyfrogdecor.co.uk

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Young Stylista woodland animals

Woodland Animals Ceramic Woodland animals design ceramic drawer knob, white ceramic knob with a cute fawn decal on the top. Sliver metal fixtures, screw length 3cm with washer and nut. Product Code: 24728 Material: ceramic/metal Dimensions: Height: 4 cm Diameter: 4.00cm Not available until 16/05/13 £3.95 dotcomgiftshop.com

Bobble Art Woodland Bookends This stunning pair of Woodland Bookends from Bobble Art will make an adorable keepsake piece, perfect for a nursery of child’s bedroom. Depicting a cute woodland scene and including two ‘bambi style’ deer, a pink blossom tree and two snow white bunnies, the pastel hues add a whimsical touch to these bookends. Made of high-quality resin, the 3D figurines are mounted on study wooden bases, which come complete with foam stoppers to protect the surface beneath the bookends. Childproof they are solid enough to ensure they keep books in place.

With a total weight in excess of 2kg they will hold plenty of items. Packaged in a gift box these bookends will make the perfect gift and are certainly an amazing room decoration as well as practical.

Each end measures - W:15cm x D:9cm x H:17cm £40.00 beckyandlolo.co.uk

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By Nord Baby Hedgehog Cushion

By Nord Baby Hedgehog Cushion is a cute, high quality photo print canvas cushion by By Nord Copenhagen for children. The Baby Hedgehog Cushion is inspired by the Nordic nature and the idea of combining design and raw nature is reflected in every By Nord product. The print is the most amazing quality and the backside of the By Nord Baby Hedgehog cushion is charcoal grey. Cover: 100% cotton canvas NEW FOR 2013: In stock from mid March. Dimensions: 30 x 30 cm £32.95 cloudberryliving.co.uk

Studio Matryoshka Nesting Animals With bright illustrated features, these beautiful and quirky nesting animals Designed by OMM Design Contains small parts, may not be suitable for children. Materials: Plastic Dimensions: Largest doll H115mm - Smallest doll H30mm £19.95 thelollipopshoppe.co.uk

Djeco Penguin Family Pull Along Penguin Family Pull Along £24.99 cotswoldtrading.com

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Animal Farm Wooden Crate Storage Units A fabulous and quirky wooden crate style cupboard collection in the shape of various farm animals Our genius animal farm collection is great for a kitchen, funky louge or dining room. Goose - £550 Pig - £995 Cow - £3,495 MADE IN ITALY alexanderandpearl.co.uk

White Rabbit Lamp The White Rabbit lamp is made from fine bone china in England. The light shines through the china and gives the room a warm soft glow! Fully electric, it comes with a low voltage transformer and spare bulb. Height: 24cm £65.00 urbancuckoo.co.uk

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Owls and Branches Large Wall Stickers by RoomMates Owl Branch Wall Stickers Hoot hoot! These utterly sweet cut wall decals will add a fun and style to any nursery or bedroom in just moments. A funky blend of geometrical patterns and photo-realistic fabrics, these two owls bring a fresh approach to decorating your child’s room. This giant wall sticker once assembled is nearly 1 metre in width and will make the perfect focal point on any wall! This product is printed on opaque material for optimum colour brightness. Suitable for any wall colour. Easy to apply and remove in seconds without damaging the surface. Waterproof and wipe clean. Can be re-used and repositioned without leaving a sticky residue. Simply peel carefully from sheet. Then position it in the desired location making sure that the surface/wall is clean and dry (newly painted walls should be left at least 3 weeks to completely dry) and smooth onto surface making sure to remove all bubbles.

To remove or reposition, slowly peel off the wall and re-apply in the new position. Dimensions Assembled Size: 55.9cm H x 97.8cm W decals range from 1.5cm x 1.5cm to 38cm x 53.5cm 44 wall stickers included. £45.00 beckyandlolo.co.uk

Cuties and Pals penguin luggage set Peko the penguin Cutie trolley case and back pack set from “the Cuties and pals”, cute loveable luggage for kids!. A choice of 8 animal shaped durable, high quality ABS/ Polycarbonate, 2 wheeled trolley case with expandable pulling handle plus a matching back pack, with adjustable straps for ages 2 upwards. The case weighs just 1.8kg, so helps meeting those meet weight restrictions set by airlines. The back pack, just 0.8kg!

The size of the case is 46cm x 31cm x 25cm.

Capacity is 26.5 litres. The size of the back pack is 32cm x 27cm x 13cm. Capacity is 13.5 litres. £69.99 cutiesandpals.co.uk

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Brown Owl Children’s Wall Clock

Mr Fox Doorstop This cheeky chap will look lovely against any door.

Lovely orange and brown fabric fo weighted doorstop.

Approximate Dimensions: Height: 26.5cm Width: 17cm Depth: 13cm £15.75 hunkydoryhome. co.uk

This intricately hand-sculptured Owl Wall Clock is the perfect accent to finish off a nursery or a woodland themed room and is just the thing for telling the time! Hand crafted from light weight plywood and hand painted in earthy, natural hues this characterful clock features a swinging tail pendulum. Designed to look lovely in any living space this wide-eyed friendly owl, balancing on a branch, is sure to inspire learning. Each item is carefully packed into a non-branded box making it a perfect birthday or christening gift. Dimensions: 32cm (H) x 21cm (W) Needs 1 x AA batteries. Not included. £25.98 beckyandlolo.co.uk

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tylista Homes has some fantastic competitions this month! With Spring on its way and our gardens in need of some TLC, get down to business with a fabulous kneeling pad and matching gloves. Or how about getting busy with DIY and a brand new driver drill to speed up the job? Perhaps the garden is overrun with weeds we’ve got weed killer and super smart wellingtons to give away. At the end of the day make sure all your tools are safely stowed away with a fantastic shed security kit and after all your hard work what better than a lie down a superb pocket sprung bed. Fabulous competitions, why not enter them all, you never know it could be you!

The Stylista Homes team wishes you all, the best of luck x

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Dotcomgiftshop has put the magic and excitement back into gift and home-ware shopping with the most comprehensive range of beautiful, cool and inspirational products online. We have wide range of gifts for her and for him - all exclusively designed by our in-house team. They are delightfully quirky, often quite kitsch - but always incredibly stylish...with prices you’ll adore.

Our brand new Dotcomgiftshop Spring-Summer 2013 collection is now available online to browse and download. Our best ever collection features gorgeous Spring-infused vintage fabric accessories, gorgeous soft furnishings & stunning ceramics alongside lovely vintage inspired kitchenware, engaging kids toys and games - plus gorgeous picnicware for the perfect Summer garden party.

So, whether you’re looking for something for someone special, or just indulging yourself – pop on to Dotcomgiftshop.com…we have something gorgeous for everyone and for every occasion.

We’d like to offer 8 lucky Stylista Homes readers the chance to win a choice of two of our lovely Gardening Sets, consisting of a stylish gardener’s kneeling mat and matching gloves.

To enter log onto www.stylistahomes.co.uk/competitions

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WIN Versatility meets Compact Design with the New BOSCH PSB 10.8 LI-2 Making DIY Easy!

The new PSB 10.8 LI-2 cordless impact drill driver from Bosch Green is the ultimate tool for interior design and home improvement.

With two gears and twenty torque settings, the PSB 10.8’s versatility lends itself to drilling into wood and steel, alongside impact drilling into brick and masonry. It also counts tasks such as building or modifying garden decking, assembling furniture or hanging a coat rack amongst its key capabilities.

Powerful and ergonomic, the PSB 10.8 LI-2 enables screw driving, drilling and impact drilling jobs to be carried out precisely and effortlessly.

And being the most compact impact drill driver in its category, the lightweight PSB 10.8 LI-2 ensures that users of all levels and experience can operate the tool with ease.

Powered by Li-Ion technology, the cordless impact drill driver can secure up to 250 screws with just one battery charge, allowing small to large jobs to be completed without the inconvenience of charging before each use.

The PSB 10.8 LI-2 retails at ÂŁ99.99 and comes with a carry case, a 1 hour charging station, a 10.8V Lithium Ion battery and a double ended screw bit. The tool was launched at the beginning of March and is available now.

Bosh is giving one lucky Stylista Homes reader the chance to win one of these fabulous tools.

To enter log onto www.stylistahomes.co.uk/competitions

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Your chance to WIN a Fairfield bed from the Pocket Spring Bed Company worth over £1,000 Introducing the ultimate in understated natural comfort and affordable luxury, each bed from the Pocket Spring Bed Company is hand tufted and side stitched and made with locally sourced materials, including special natural wool from Lake District Herdwick Sheep, to create a bed which will send you to sleep dreaming of peaceful hills, valleys and lakes where time has virtually stood still for centuries.

The dedicated local Cumbrian craftsmen are a canny lot and have taken 21st century sleep technology such as innergetic latex, and the know-how to utilise the ultimate in comfortable, top quality individual pocket springs, and mix them with traditional, best of British materials which make for the most comfortable, relaxing and restful mattresses and beds you will find anywhere. They then send them

direct to your door at the best possible price – there’s no middleman so their costs are kept low, and you get the benefit of a seriously good bed with no sleepless nights worrying how you will pay for it.

Win win all round!

Based in Cumbria in the beautiful Lakelands, the Pocket Spring Bed Company is a small outfit that represents the best of British manufacturing with people who have a real passion for the materials used and a real love for the environment. They believe in their products so much they offer a 5 year guarantee and will replace the product free of charge if you find it faulty.

There are 6 different beds in the range to cater for all comfort requirements and budget. So why not visit the website today and give yourself a treat…. www.pocketspringbed.co.uk

To enter log onto www.stylistahomes.co.uk/competitions

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WIN WIN an Outdoor Security Kit from Yale, worth over £75!

With the weather warming up, home security specialist Yale is offering a lucky reader the chance to win an outdoor security kit, worth over £75!

Each kit contains the following: Set of three weatherproof padlocks If your shed or outbuilding is currently unsecured, the easiest way of deterring thieves is to pop a padlock on the door. Yale’s weatherproof padlocks can withstand the great British weather, even in exposed locations such as homes by the sea.

Anchor and cable An anchor used in conjunction with a padlock and cable can be used to secure any garden furniture such as tables, chairs and benches. Anchors are also great for securing high-value items in your shed, such as a jet wash or barbecue.

Portable motion detector alarm Yale’s portable motion detector alarm is battery-operated and can be placed freestanding on a shelf or fixed to the wall, and will alert you if an intruder breaks in to your shed, garage or conservatory.

Combination bike lock A reliable bike lock is ideal for securing expensive bicycles and motorcycles in a shed or outbuilding. Yale’s combination bike lock is the smart choice to keep your bike safe from prying hands.

For more information on the full range of security products available from Yale call 01902 364606 or visit www.yale.co.uk

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WIN WIN! One of two Garden Essentials Kit worth £50 from Roundup Gel and Town & Country Summer is just around the corner and it’s about time we started getting our gardens ready for entertaining…

So, we’ve teamed up with weed killer brand Roundup and Town & Country to offer two lucky winners a garden essentials kit worth £50 each, including summer supply of Roundup Gel, wellies and gloves.

Roundup’s award-winning gel formulation means that green-fingered gardeners, or indeed anyone with a weed problem, can now target weeds in those tricky areas such as borders, lawns and vegetable patches, without harming the plants and

flowers growing nearby. Roundup Gel is the solution that all gardeners, even those who have chosen not to use a weedkiller in the past, have been waiting for. The revolutionary formulation is applied directly to the leaf of a weed, offering a high level of precision over traditional spray products.

Town & Country’s wellingtons are not just renowned for their stylish looks; they’re also designed to be extremely comfortable to wear. Made from natural rubber, they have a contoured leg and side-fastening buckle to give an extra snug fit, and a soft lining makes for the ultimate in comfort. A high grip tread pattern will help keep your feet firmly on the ground. Town & Country’s new Weedmaster Damask and Floral gloves are lightweight and flexible, soft and comfortable, offering resilience and protection making them ideal for weeding and planting seeds.

For further information visit www.roundupgel.com or www.townandco.com.

To enter log onto www.stylistahomes.co.uk/competitions

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For a limited time only get 10%* off your total order when you spend ÂŁ50 or more at www.stylistaboutique.co.uk VALID UNTIL 31st May 2013

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*Discount applies to purchases of ÂŁ50 or more in a single transaction made on-line through Stylista Boutique. It excludes items purchased from the Literary London Art collection Discount vouchers and codes valid from 1st December to 31st May 2013 inclusive. Discount vouchers and codes are not transferrable and cannot be exchanged for cash. One discount voucher or code per customer per transaction. Discount vouchers and codes are limited to one per customer and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount voucher, code or coupon. Normal delivery, packaging and handling charges will apply for all orders. Stylista Boutique reserves the right to cancel, alter or withdraw the discount voucher or code at any time without notice. Promoter: Stylista Homes, Haywood Media, 2 The Hall, Turners Green Road, Wadhurst, East Sussex TN5 6TR

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These realistic fabric faux flowers bring a splash of springtime cheer to your living room without any need to worry about wilting or watering - ÂŁ14.95 from House of Bath www.houseofbath.co.uk

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