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I’m so excited for summer this year because I’ve finally got the outdoor sofa I’ve always wanted, which means I’m all fired up to get the patio set up like an open-air living room. I’m upcycling some side tables I found in the loft (lots of things didn’t make the cut when I bought a house with my parents and we merged our stuff…), I’ve rolled out a rug (it’s woven plastic, in case of a rosé spillage!), and dug out the rain-resistant cushions I bagged in last year’s summer sale at West Elm. There’s so much gorgeous garden furniture and homeware out this year, you really can create a space as stylish as your indoor living room. This issue is heaving with ideas and good-value finds, so enjoy getting creative! Fingers crossed for a summer as glorious as last year’s…
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InsideÉ Love it Inspiring homes & room makeovers
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stylish musthave finds at high-street prices
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Weekend projects, DIY advice & styling tips
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Lisa’s once unloved semi is now bright and welcoming
Make it step-by-step craft ideas & upcycling how-tos
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‘my style is still evolving’ Lisa went for a pleasing mix of vintage finds and modern Scandi to give her neglected Thirties semi some TLC ‘it’s small but perfect for us’ A bold choice to downsize created an opportunity for Phyl and Paul but they had to harness their DIY skills ‘i don’t like to follow rules’ Her interior design expertise meant Kate was not afraid to take a radical approach to a period house
‘we bagged a great bargain’ Discovering her fave kitchen choice was half price helped Hayley create the family room of her dreams ‘we wanted to add drama’ Emma proves it’s best not to be faint-hearted if you want to create a bathroom that makes a statement
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style update Simple tweaks and tricks to update your garden
Get ready for sultry summer evenings
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simply white makes a restful bathroom
Quirky collectibles Make your shelf displays a real talking point with whimsical buys from George Home best in store Four sources, four schemes – we’ve done the shopping high-street news The scoop on what’s hot in the shops right now trend spotting spots Go dotty for this playful print! inject some refined glamour Use a pared-back palette with silver accents for a sophisticated look
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10 under £10 Purse-friendly pieces
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scandi glam Add luxe accessories to a neutral palette for a serene feel
cosy nordic Include pattern and texture in a relaxed scheme
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graphic remix Go for geo prints and contemporary lighting colour pop A spot of bold colour adds welcoming zing to your home modern eclectic Standout buys to create interest in a trad space
120 where to buy This issue’s stockists
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copper pendant Posh up a simple pendant with this easy update that costs pennies the style book Discover botanical inspiration whether your style is modern, feminine or rustic
striped planters A child’s play way to make your pots bespoke vinyl flooring What you need to know about this flooring option wall panelling How to achieve this classic look in your bathroom
102 find a smart solution Freshen up outdoors, plus a hands-free way to open your front door
104 the 10-minute declutter Have your home organised in no time
106 make a fragrant thyme
wreath A sumptuously scented display of summer herbs and flowers
75 crafty plant-pot update
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Beautiful botanicals on display
107 do it yourself Be handy at home 108 repair your tech Here’s how – and where – to fix your kit
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cross-stitch pegboard A great way to brighten up an office space
washi tape frames Try this colourful idea to give new life to old picture frames
105 craft news Get your craft on with these must-try ideas
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strawberry & mascarpone tart It sums up summer!
109 supermarket news What’s SUNSHINE SEAT
Indoor/outdoor chair, page 54
hot on the shelves this month
110 host an epic kids’ party Easy eats that will go down a treat
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QUIRKY COLLECTIBLES
A few old books sourced from a charity shop or a car-boot sale and arranged back to front, will add to your quirky shelf display
tHIs MOntH’s
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Let your imagination lead you down a whimsical road to George Home’s Wonderland treasures fit for a curiosity cabinet. Flockcovered ornaments and brass-adorned accessories will help create the basis of your own curated collection.
3 of the best… Insect buys
Bee alarm clock, £12.50, Beaumonde
FEATURE HOLLY WALSH
Butterfly tote bag, £12, Natural History Museum Shop Giant green resin beetle ornament wall hook, £30, Gisela Graham
Silver bell jar light, £35; G&T letters, £8 (part of a set); skull ornament, £6; eye plate, £4; mini gold lantern, £2; grey origami vase, £4; butterfly trinket pot, £6; bug frame, £5; grey apothecary vase, £6; pink taper candle holder, £8 for two, all George Home
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Best in store Refresh your room schemes for the new season with our pick of the latest high-street trends
Morrisons
priMark
Soft glamour
Global fusion
Create a restful space with watercolour prints and pretty florals in powdery hues ombré smoked glass table lamp, £28
Be inspired by Eastern patterns and prints in fresh, natural colourways
Blush ombré cushion, £8
Buddha hook, £3.50
Medium wood faux plant, £4.50 Velvet floral cushion, £10
trunk storage, £17 for set of two
eternal faux floral, £15
Metallic hurricane vase, £10
eternal blush photo frame, £5
Blush sequin throw, £22
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Champagne love block, £8
Frame, £3.50
small elephant ornament, £3.50
Yellow jacquard cushion with tassels, £7
Gold tea light holder, £3.50
textured cushion, £9
two baskets, £8
Cambray foil cushion, £7
Best in store
dunelM
Habitat
Calm coastal
Modern colour
Combine soft neutrals and waterside motifs for a serene scheme natural weave pendant, £29
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Make a design statement using abstract patterns and lively colours Bamboo spun easy-fit wooden pendant, £40
Mallard cushion, £8
Flor clock, £55 Waffle throw in seafoam, £20
Casual stripe cushion, £8 Valerie rug, £350
Jardim patterned jug, £30
Concrete base hurricane lantern, £7 Compton ivory coffee table, £249
eleanor knitted throw, £60
FeAture Stephanie Durrant
ellora coffee table, £295 Jardim Dhurrie cushion, £35
otter cushion, £12 Duck egg Ava rug, from £59
Beaumont plant stand floor lamp, £125
Grumpy cat cushion, £15
Clint baskets, £50, for set of two
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News
Wedding decs for a pound?! With the national average bill for the big day reaching an eye-watering £17k, according to wedding app Bridebook, Poundland’s new nuptials range will help keep costs down. Simple but chic, the white and gold table numbers, favour boxes, pom-poms and more, should meet the standards of even the most demanding bridezilla!
You won’t need a loft-sized apartment for the new industrial Nomad range at argos. the display cabinet will work in just about any room, £229.99, with shelves reserved for your best bits and cupboards to hide any mess. Plus, the nifty dining table, £249.99, can be squeezed into small spaces as the chairs slide right underneath the table.
High-street
news
What’s new, what’s hot now… you heard it here first!
Meditate away
Floor cushion, £29, QVC
pLant for Life Faux palm tree, £84, QVC
Happy feet Outdoor rug, £25, QVC
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It could be desIgner! This glam little number would make a dainty bedside table or plant stand, plus the fold-away design means it can go swiftly from table to tray – ideal for cocktail hour!
QVC goes tropical We couldn’t miss this eclectic new collaboration between QVc and influencer erica Davies. Full of vibrant colour and bold tropical prints, the sofa chair, faux plants and outdoor rug are just the thing to bring some leafy green lushness to a patio or balcony.
Pom-poms, £1 for three, Poundland
Lounge about
Outdoor sofa chair, £79.50, QVC
Dark pink and gold round side table, £65, Kaleidoscope
Feature michela colling
space savIours
SPOTS
doT To doT
Klio spotted reversible duvet and pillowcase set, £55 for a double, Emma Willis range, Dunelm
picTuRe THis
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Ladybird cushion, £49.50, Sarah Campbell
Klevering ceramic frame, £37.50, Printer + Tailor
mono design dRinK up
Blue dots ceramic mug, £6, The Contemporary Home
TaKe noTe
sTRiKing spoTs Ceramic spot vase, £19.50, Marks & Spencer
TrendSpotting
SPOTS
Hardback notebook, £8, Abigail Warner
We’re dotty for this playful pattern that’s been spotted everywhere! flooR filleR
Black dots jute rug, £59, Ferm Living
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rom ditsy markings on handmade ceramics to classic polka dots on upholstery and abstract blots on wallpapers, anything goes when it comes to adding a cheeky spot or two. Not just for children’s rooms, dots and spots can look sophisticated when formally arranged in a monochrome and metallic palette, or whimsical when displayed in random formations. You just need to find the perfect spot for your favourite dot!
FEATurE HollY WalsH
good clean fun!
BaTHRoom BeauTY
Tea Time
Deco dot kettle, £63, Kate Spade range, Amara
BoWled oVeR
Blot serving bowl, £30, Habitat
spoT on
Gold spot tumbler, £3, John Lewis & Partners
TaBle dRessing
Global monochrome runner, £12, Sainsbury’s Home
Polka dot towels, from £4, George Home
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Inject some
RefIned gLamouR Create a high-end finish with unfussy furniture in an elegant colour scheme
Bilbao ready-assembled desk, £269; Lily mirror, £119.99, both Ideal Home range at Very
2. Layer up cushions Be generous with cushions to dial up the feeling of luxury. Stack them neatly for a chic hotel-style look, and stick to plain colours in luxe velvet for classic, understated elegance.
1. Bring in a little gloss Shiny finishes enliven gentle colour schemes and a smart gloss piece of furniture will add a contrasting effect. Choose a mink shade for a sophisticated take on standard white.
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dante chaise, £1,499; Sheen armchair, £449; monza coffee table, £199; faceted vase, £17.99; faceted tea light holders, £11.99 for three, all Ideal Home range at Very
neW Look
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shine bright alexa pendant, £49.99, Ideal Home range at Very
lAyer on lustre
3. Pare back the palette
Wine glasses, £29.99 for four, Ideal Home range at Very
Combine soft layers of mid-greys and chalky pastels with a white vase. Choose ceramics with a bit of texture or some raised pattern to create extra interest.
Air of elegAnce Lily mirror, £119.99, Ideal Home range at Very
totAl
£412 Modern romance Get the look Layer soft velvet with sleek shapes and glossy accents
fine fringing
Verona cushion, £14.99, Ideal Home range at Very
true gem fleur lamp, £59.99, Ideal Home range at Very
4. Welcome back chrome
smArt Angles
faceted vase, £17.99, Ideal Home range at Very
featuRe michela colling
We’re used to seeing brass and copper as the metallics of choice, but silver accents in lighting and furniture are edging their way back in.
go for gloss
Bilbao lamp table, £119, Ideal Home range at Very
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10 unDer £10 Blue Banner
Garland for super dad, £3, Flying tiger
Hot to jot
HB mechanical pencils, £4.50 for four, Paperchase
Fancy Feet
Open road socks (pack of two), £9.95, White Stuff
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word up
The Ladybird Book of the Mid-Life Crisis, £7.99, Prezzybox
my Hero!
spell it out!
Dad sign, £4.50, the Contemporary Home
under £10 treat Dad this Father’s Day, without raiding your piggy bank jurassic perk
pedalpower Le Bicycle paper clips, £4.95, rex London
Feature Stephanie Durrant
Dad mug, £8, Cath Kidston
make Him a cuppa clean up Morris & Co hair & body wash, £8, Heathcote & Ivory
Bearded Buddy Hubert planter, £10, red Candy
top man
Pin badge, £7, Chase and Wonder
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star role
‘i painted the pine fireplace grey for a more modern feel and added star ornaments’
Come on in!
About me i’m Lisa marvin, 46, a self-employed bid writer (@blue_ piccadilly). i live with my husband mark, 47, a property developer, and our border terrier Dexter. my home A three-bedroom thirties semi in exeter, Devon. We moved here in 2004. When We moved in the house needed complete refurbishment. the kitchen was tiny and the bathroom suite looked like it had been there since the thirties! And noW We’ve modernised right through, putting in a new bathroom and kitchen. i change things often, but there’s always plenty of colour. Style tip test before you invest! A colour can change in different light, so hang samples painted on lining paper around the room.
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‘My style is
thirties semi
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stiLL evoLving’
Lisa and Mark brought an unloved semi back to life with creative touches, accent colours and a blend of old and new
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‘Pops of contemporary yellow help to pull the look togetherÕ
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hen mark and i began discussing our next move, i didn’t have a particular type of house in mind as i like a mixture of different looks,’ says Lisa. ‘We’d renovated our current home and were ready to take on another project, so i was open to any possibilities. the handy location and potential of this house sold it to us, as it was a real “doer-upper”. sadly, all the original period features had been ripped out, and it was in quite a poor state inside, but that didn’t put us off. it was mostly cosmetic changes, with no major, expensive structural work to do, and we knew we could rise to the challenge and turn it into something special. We were determined to do as much ourselves as we could. We scraped off dated wallpapers and repainted walls, and Mark did some of the carpentry and plumbing. One of the worst jobs was pulling the old lino off the bedroom floors. They were so sticky underneath that the dog nearly got his paws stuck!
Getting started
Floor Finish
‘the old floorboards were too draughty, so we laid laminate through the hall, living room and dining area. it adds a nice sense of flow and works with whatever colours i’ve got at the time’
Our first big transformation project was to tackle the bathroom, where we redecorated and replaced the worn suite, but I was never totally happy with how it turned out. Home is really important to me and I’m constantly updating and refreshing rooms, so a couple of years ago, when the bath developed a crack, I took the opportunity to rethink the whole room. Second time around we didn’t bother with a bath and just had a big walk-in shower fitted instead, which suits our needs much better.
Ideas with a twist
I’d say my decorating style is eclectic, combining contemporary and vintage. I’ve got Scandi elements, bits of Thirties
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idea to steal
‘Highlight the dining table with a statement light overhead’
add drama
‘I’m a fan of feature walls as a way of bringing colour or interest without dominating a space. Farrow & Ball’s Hague Blue gives the dining area edge and impact’
Art Deco, high-street stuff, upcycled eBay finds and the odd quirky touch. If I see something I really love, I have to have it, like the amazing glass pendant light in the dining room, which is from Made.com. The coloured glass shades are stunning and it makes such a big statement. I’ve occasionally rushed into buying items that I’ve then gone off a few months later, so now I’ll take time and think carefully before I buy, and if it’s something expensive, I’ll search high and low for an affordable alternative. I shop at places like John Lewis & Partners, H&M Home and La Redoute, but I’ve also found some great independent sellers through Instagram, which I find fantastic for inspiration. I like seeing what other
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people have done in their homes, but then I’ll put my own twist on an idea. It alerts me to new trends, too. I’d had my cute little drinks trolley for ages as it belonged to my gran, but suddenly they were everywhere on Instagram and I thought, “I’ve already got one of those!” so I dug it out.
Adding pattern I love colour but I don’t follow fashions too closely. I just go with what appeals and I always weigh up whether my existing things will work with a new palette, too. I’ve had lots of different colour schemes over the years and I’m into greys, blues and mustard yellows at the moment. The dining area was quite neutral until I introduced
tHIrtIeS SeMI
dine in style
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Creative spaCe
‘I’ve had my round oak dining table for several years and it’s been sanded and oiled a few times. It’s got an extra leaf, so we can extend it when friends are over’
‘We didn’t want to spend a lot on the office, so a silhouette decal was an easy way to add colour’
‘only shop when you’ve got a clear idea of what you’re looking for or you’ll be overwhelmed by the choice’
Why it works
glam bar
‘My gran’s tea trolley is now a drinks stand’
style at home says…
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Shop Lisa’s modern Scandi style page 26
‘Lisa’s pops of bright colour add fun and energy – keep them to small touches so they don’t overwhelm the space.’ ExEcutivE Editor heather young
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white out
‘the new grey metro tiles and wood worktops have given my old white kitchen an inexpensive update’
‘MiniMise a dark floor with a large patterned rug to add light and interest’ the deep blue recently. I’m not brave enough to use it all over, so I’ve just painted a wall at each end of the space, but I like the crispness and I think the contrast of light and dark looks fab. I’m also a wallpaper fan. I’d always had paper in the hallway and going up the stairs, but the last time I changed it, I chose a more unusual, foxy design. Even though it’s not that big a space, I wanted to make a statement. The pattern is quite busy but it’s light, not too obvious and adds a bit of character. I take care not to let patterns overpower a room. Each bedroom’s got a little bit of wallpaper and they feel quite different from each other. The main bedroom, which is my favourite, is very restful but the guest room is more colourful and quirky.
Kitchen project The area where we’ve made the biggest change is the kitchen. Once we’d given it a thorough clean, it was liveable in the
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Why it works
style at home says…
‘the combo of white units, wood worktops and grey tiles creates a neutral base for Lisa’s colourful accessories.’ Homes editor ruth Corbett
making light
‘We blocked up the original kitchen door and i embraced this dark spot by painting it a rich blue’
thirties semi
hall art
idea to steal ‘Add an internal window to boost the natural light coming through to a darker corner’
‘i can mix up the prints propped on these picture ledges any time’
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Do it!
art gallery
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Gather the items you’d like to display: a selection of prints, photographs, mirrors or clocks. mix up sizes and shapes to add interest. Lay out your arrangement on the floor or on a table. the final shape could be grid-like or random, just keep an equal space between each piece to create an even finish. Use different ways to hang your artwork – vary frame styles, use hooks and chains, or rest against ledges. try this style graduated up a staircase or arranged in a cluster at the top or base of the stairs.
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animal charm
‘the hall may be tiny, but it’s full of personality. scion mr Fox wallpaper is a big favourite of mine’
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thirties semi
short term, though it was cramped and dingy, as the wall tiles had been painted dark green, and if you opened the back door, it blocked the oven. We redesigned the whole space, extended out a little way, and moved the doorway into the room from the hall to the dining area, which improved the flow of movement. We then turned the old doorway into a window to allow more light into the space. The building process was fairly straightforward as our neighbour was also having work done, so we were able to use the same builders. Mark got involved too, helping with labouring, which speeded things up and saved us money. I chose a dark grey floor and plain white fitted
cabinets that I felt would make the most of the limited space. They went in about 12 years ago, and although I’d love a new floor one day, the cabinets are still absolutely fine. I’ve since upgraded the original laminate worktops with lovely oak and replaced the mosaic splashback tiles with simple, grey metro tiles, so the room looks more up to date.
Rest and Relax
‘in our bedroom i’ve mixed high-street and one-off finds. i spotted the bedside tables in a charity shop – they’re so slender and fitted the space perfectly’
Into the future
I’ve experimented with a few different looks and colour schemes since we moved here, and I’m certainly not finished yet. The next project I have in mind is to reconfigure the ground floor, perhaps knocking through the dining room
‘keep it real by mixing in natural wood pieces – stripping and waxing internal doors adds warmth to a room’ CheCk it out
‘i re-covered mark’s parents’ chair in a Laura Ashley check fabric that’s totally transformed it’
aCCent wall
‘i fell in love with this gorgeous harlequin eden wallpaper, and my accessories pick out the pinks and blues’
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idea to steal
‘Add affordable copper accessories for an on-trend look’
pRetty pRint
‘this dainty sanderson Larksong wallpaper from Wallpaper Direct gives this room a lovely feminine vibe’
Why it works
Make it!
fluffy stool
1
style at home says…
‘the bed is the largest piece of furniture in the room, so why not turn it into a swoon-worthy focal point by choosing a look-at-me velvet buttoned design?’ Editor Vanessa Richmond
source faux sheepskin from a haberdasher’s; you will also need a wooden stool and a staple gun. Alternatively, you could cut up an old faux sheepskin rug, and use a glue gun to attach the fabric to the base of a plastic stool. Use wadding or toy filling and place on top of the stool, and staple it down to keep it in place. Lay the fabric over the stool to roughly cut it to the size needed, ensuring it overlaps. turn the stool upside down and place in the middle of the underside of the fabric. Pulling the fabric taut, use the staple gun to attach to the underside of the stool.
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thirties semi
3 of the best
savvy style
Round sheLves
‘as the floor is a bit uneven for tiles, i got the look with fabulous patterned lino at Best4Flooring’
Go full circle when displaying your toiletriesÉ
idea to steal
ring the changes
‘Add an industrial edge with a mesh shelf’
turquoise and gold wire shelf, £41.95, melody maison
galvanised metal wall mirror with shelf, £68.50, the Farthing
natural touch
round bamboo shelf, £75, rose & grey
and kitchen, while keeping the living room separate. Then we might extend the kitchen – i’d like to have bifold doors opening onto the garden, and perhaps a utility and shower room in time. My changes aren’t always that ambitious, though. usually it’s just some new paint, fresh accessories or placing flowers and plants around the house. My home style never stands still – i know that as soon as i finish one room, i’ll find myself thinking about the next one.’ Find more clever ways to style up your home by going to pinterest.com/ styleathomemag
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Where to buy Lisa’s style La Redoute Contemporary, clean styling and great prices. Maisons du Monde Fantastic selection of lighting and homeware. Made.coM Champions of original, modern design and great for upholstered, velvet furniture and colourful statement chairs. King & Mcgaw one-stop shop for art prints, including vintage and modern designs, and photography. Buy unframed for great value.
going green
‘i love having plants around the house. they add a fresh touch to the room’
Feature and styling AnnAbelle Grundy PhotograPhs Colin Poole
steel appeal
Removing stains, spills and party mishaps is one thing. Removing them without ruining the colour and ďŹ nish of your paint, that’s something else. View the range at crownpaints.co.uk
Available at
and Leading Independents. 200 times tougher than our standard matt emulsion
£199
£22.99
sit back and relax in this modern Mimi armchair in ochre, Marks & sPenCer
add texture and contrast with a graphic fringed cushion, dobbies
£53.99
be inspired by marine motifs with this coral reef decorative bowl, WayFair
Buy Lisa’s style
Cosy nordiC
Pops of bright colour, tactile accessories and unusual finds add personality to a laid-back Scandi scheme
L
isa has brought her Thirties semi back to life by adding colour and pattern to dark feature walls and neutral furnishings. Geometric prints on textiles, along with some faux fur and woven finishes, create depth. Pops of yellow complement a background of grey in a contemporary scheme, while eclectic wall art and statement lights give the look personality.
£71
FeaTure StePhanie Durrant
on cooler days, curl up under the Vivaraise Maia throw, PrinTer + Tailor
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time to get cosy
£65
There’s no need for watering with the edited by erica davies faux plant and stand, qVC
£6.95
Mix and match eclectic wall art like this Ms Giraffe poster by animal Crew, Juniqe
Cosy nordiC
Buy it
£35
£59
stash your copies of Style at Home in the Farringdon wirework magazine rack, THe FarTHinG
Go for pieces made from mixed materials, like this hanging mirror in gold and faux leather, CulT FurniTure
display and store
£28
Fill this vibrant nomu decanter with your favourite evening tipple, oliVer bonas
£140
£1,599
embrace simple lines with the yves white and grey floor lamp, HabiTaT
snuggle up on a super inviting corner sofa, like the open-end Marquee, dFs
£99
Good things come in threes, just like this handy set of orion side tables, Made.CoM
£179
introduce pops of colour to a classic berber style with the Maya ivory rug, CarPeTriGHT
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cross-stitch pegboard
Make it
This monTh’s
Makeit Organise your office space and add a splash of colour, too! Use the holes of a pegboard to sew simple cross-stitch letters. Thread a large darning needle with yarn and work each letter in a different shade, securing threads neatly at the back.
Feature Stephanie Durrant photograph ti-meDiacontent.com
Keep stationery and useful bits and bobs to hand
block design pegboard, from ÂŁ30, trouva
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‘It’s small but precious pieces
‘I use small trays to display family keepsakes and holiday mementos’
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ABoUT me I’m Phyl Payne, 64, a retired lecturer, and I live here with my husband Paul, 68, a retired engineer. We have two grown-up daughters and three grandchildren. oUr Home a one-bedroom groundfloor flat in an eighties block on a private estate in Portsmouth, which we bought in august 2016. WHen We moVeD in there was nothing structural to be done – the windows had been replaced and the main room was open plan, which is what we wanted. however, the kitchen and bathroom hadn’t been updated since it was built and the whole flat felt dark and gloomy. AnD noW We have done all the work ourselves on a tight budget, installing a kitchen and bathroom, and decorating throughout, to create a light, bright space. STYLe TiP Invest in a good-quality worktop and team it with greatvalue units for an affordable look.
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one-bed flat
Love it
Perfect for us’ TAKe A seAT
‘We chose two large matching sofas from next home to provide plenty of seating for family gatherings’
idea to steal
‘Hang a large wall mirror to reflect the light and maximise the feeling of space in a room’
Downsizing gave Phyl and Paul the chance to try out open-plan living for the first time and put their DIY skills to the test
H
aving already moved once from our family home into a smaller property in the centre of town, we decided we’d like to downsize again,’ says Phyl. ‘the plan was to pay off our mortgage so that I could give up work and go to university to study fine art, just because I’d always wanted to. Plus, we wanted to release some capital to help our daughters purchase their own homes. As I unluckily fall into the age group of women who have had their pensions delayed, this also helped to supplement our income and gave us some money towards doing up our new home. Living minutes from the sea, with Southsea seafront a short walk away, was a big bonus for us, so we were keen to stay in the same area. We were originally going to buy a new-build flat, but at the last minute we decided the rooms were too small, and as we already had a buyer for our house, we urgently needed to find something else. This was the first place we saw when we started looking again and the location and the open-plan living space immediately sold it to us. We felt it had the potential to be a stylish and comfortable home for the two of us, plus it was within walking distance of all the shops, bars and restaurants.
Time to brighten up It was late August when the sale went through, and although the weather was fabulous, inside the flat felt dark, so Paul and I painted the whole place white and put white shutters on all the windows to give it a bright, clean look. We found a lovely light oak wood flooring in the sale for a fraction of the usual price, so we decided to buy it
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Love it
one-bed flat
CLear View
‘Having transparent Perspex chairs helps the dining area feel less cluttered’
Do it!
Soften up white wallS
Introduce colour in pastel tints and warm neutrals rather than strong colours for a gentler contrast against a white backdrop. texture is key: layer on textiles such as fluffy Mongolian cushions, chunky knit throws or sheepskin rugs to add a warm, cosy depth. add vintage or rattan furniture, textured wicker, warm wood grain pieces or chalk-painted finishes for standout appeal. break up expanses of white wall with artwork or mirrors. brass or chrome frames add a glam touch, black frames make prints pop and pale wood gives a Scandi feel.
Why it works
Style at home SayS…
‘Painting all the walls white not only gives smaller rooms the illusion of more space, but also makes the whole house feel clean and fresh.’ executive editor
heather young
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taCtiLe eLeMentS
‘I chose cushions and throws, from tK Maxx and online stores, that have a textural quality to add cosiness’
idea to steal
‘Painting mismatching furniture in the same colour gives a room a cohesive feel’
3 of the best
cryStal pendantS
Add some vintagestyle sparkle even though we couldn’t lay it until the kitchen had been fitted, so we lived with huge stacks of it all around us.
CLaSS aCt Melia crystal dome, £130, Matalan
Streamlined look
great find
‘the dining table is a vintage piece, bought from a local junk shop’
Our first major job was the kitchen as it was in a state, with old appliances and the sink and tap held together with tape! We chose a simple white gloss kitchen from B&Q and fitted it ourselves. The units were great value, but we paid extra to have an Earthstone worktop, also from B&Q, fitted to give it a more expensive feel, and we chose high-gloss splashbacks instead of tiles to continue the sleek look. Once finished, we could get on with fitting the flooring, which we laid throughout the whole flat (with a water-resistant version in the bathroom), to create the illusion of space and establish a cohesive flow between the rooms. The bathroom was the last room to be done and by the time we got round to it three out of four taps had broken! There was an unsightly waste pipe running
pretty ViCtoriana nevaeh ceiling shade, £60, debenhams
tropiCaL fLair
Miranda pendant chandelier, £99, Made.com
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Buy it
Shop Phyl’s Scandi glam look PAgE 40
idea to steal
‘A high-gloss splashback can be a cheaper and easier to clean alternative to tiles’
Why it works
style at hOme says… All WhitE
‘I love the neutral kitchen and was thrilled when we found the white cooker from a stockist in Croatia’
‘Phyl’s super-sleek white kitchen allows her vintage pieces to really shine.’ features editor
holly Walsh
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along the length of one wall and our main aim was to hide it away, so we chose a bathroom vanity unit in a white gloss finish, with an integrated washbasin, to make the best use of the space. We bought everything separately so we could fit it ourselves. We wanted a freestanding bath and had to search high and low online to find one that would fit our space. For the walls I chose large format tiles to keep the look as clean
one-bed flat light touch
Love it
uSEFul PiEcE
‘this high-gloss kitchen looks so fresh and modern without dominating the open-plan space’
‘We’ve had this pine unit for years – it holds all our clutter. We painted it grey and added gold handles’
‘keep clutter to a minimum and tidy away appliances to preserve a sense of space’
Do it! and spacious as possible. The idea was to have wall-mounted taps but when we removed the old tiles we found that the walls weren’t suitable, so we chose to put them on the bath instead.
Interior style
We were keen to keep the flat feeling as bright and spacious as possible, so we stuck to the same colour scheme throughout. The white walls and grey
Open-plan living tips Paint walls a light or soft white shade throughout to create a neutral backdrop for your furniture. Use an open-shelving unit, console or the back or side of an l-shaped sofa as a room divider, to help zone the different areas. Maintain a flow by keeping the same flooring throughout. light
colours will give the illusion of even more space. If you do want to introduce a different type of floor, the best place to switch styles is between the kitchen and dining area. add mood lighting, such as table and floor lamps, or hang low pendant lights over a dining table to create a cosy atmosphere.
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BrIGhT IdEA
‘to add warmth to the calm colour palette, I added copper accents with the lights and photo frames’
idea to steal
‘Hang a simple plug-in light fitting from a copper hook for an on-trend look’
‘mix vintage finds, upcycled items and more modern pieces of furniture to achieve an eclectic look’ oak floors in each room create the basis for our colour palette of muted greys and blush pink, and we chose two large grey leather sofas for the sitting area.
Light and spacious We already had several wooden pieces of furniture that we had brought with us from our family home and so we incorporated those into the scheme, too. Now we have a mix of contemporary and
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vintage furniture in each room, which I think works really well. White walls are also the ideal backdrop for our collection of photographs and artwork. Paul and I both love our open-plan space. Cooking, eating and relaxing all in the same room is new to us, but suits us perfectly. And it’s great for entertaining family and friends with its large seating area and our vintage dining table that can be extended to seat everyone.’
one-bed flat CALM PALETTE
‘our wall art really pops against the crisp, white walls’
Love it
METAL fINIsh
‘the copper chair was an ebay find – it looks great in this room’
VINTAGE BUY
‘I love natural wood items, like this second-hand dressing table’
Why it works
style at home says… ‘the bedroom is a restful sanctuary thanks to the soft blush pink and warm wood tones.’
decorating editor
Nicky Phillips
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one-bed flat
Where to buy Phyl’s style H&M HOME full of sumptuous soft furnishings, crockery and lighting, this is a great place to visit for on-trend inspiration. IKEA Who doesn’t love this store for all those useful bits and bobs? NEXT HOME With a great selection to choose from and next-day delivery, shopping online is so convenient. the seasonal themes are good for updating your home from one year to the next. HOMESENSE Pick up all your home essentials in one go-to store, especially bath products, towels, bedlinen, throws, cushions, crockery and glasses. EBAY the couple’s vintage french chandelier was bought from ebay at a bargain price because it was in pieces. Phyl spent some time cleaning and restringing it, and now it looks totally fabulous!
hiddEN AwAy
‘the bathroom is one of our favourite rooms – the high-gloss units hide the piping well and look clean and uncluttered’
featuRe Sophie Warren-Smith PHotogRaPHs oliver Gordon stylIng Suzie attaWay
Love it
squArE up
‘the sink works really well in this corner and the square shaving mirror was from Roman at Home’
‘rather than going to the expense of replumbing your bathroom, hide any ugly piping behind fitted cupboards for a clean, sleek look’ find more clever ways to style up your home by going to pinterest.com/ styleathomemag
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soft ACCENts
‘to tone with the rest of the flat’s palette, I added grey tiles and pink accessories’
promotional feature
PastelStyle
Be inspired by graphic shapes and patterns in calming modern pastels and tactile finishes – ideal for adding subtle style to walls and floors
Clockwise from above left: matrix Watergate blue, £28sq m; Diamante pastel lavender, £48.60sq m; apini white, £49.95sq m; mandara diamond, £65.94sq m; matrix Watergate blue, £28sq m; artisau gloss pink, £72.80sq m; Chartwell blue, £78.22sq m; attingham powder blue Geometric Decor, £20.12 a box; Shibori blue, £90.67sq m; Wild Blossom milk, £21.50sq m; patchwork polar, £73.38sq m; monogeo maze, £63.04sq m; Speculo rose, £150sq m; Shibori blue, £90.67sq m, all topps tiles
See the full
collection visit toppstiles.co.uk
£15
£40
Hang over a bed or place a pair either side. diablo copper pendant shade, icOnic ligHTs
Pop on the sofa or the bed. Porto pink vintique cushion, aRTisanTi
£44.95
add a focal point to your room. large ornate wall mirror, mElOdY maisOn
Buy Phyl’s style
scandi glam
Simple greys and whites are combined with blush pink and copper for a luxe yet serene look
T
he absence of too many competing colours has meant that Phyl’s open-plan home feels bright and airy, but still has plenty of character. Walls painted white make the space seem larger and touches of copper help to warm up the scheme. A variety of textiles and accessories add texture, while wall art adds personality to the space and mirrors are used to reflect light throughout her home.
From
£4.50
add some whimsical colour to your scheme. Flamingo print, mOdE PRinTs
FEaTURE HOLLY WALSH
£35
add some floral fancy to your walls. Blushing blooms printed canvas wall art, gRaHam & BROWn
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£1,499
choose a neutral coloured sofa. stamford leather three-seater sofa, silver, nEXT HOmE
Buy it
scandi glam
£89
£279
make space for visiting guests. cleo six-seater dining table, danETTi
creates the perfect light for reading. White and brass floor lamp, danETTi
£15
Keep bits and bobs out of sight. gold pineapple trinket pot, Jd Williams
£179
Pop in front of a dressing table. alessio carver chair, copper, madE.cOm
highshine seat
£48
£4.50
add some cosy texture to a leather sofa. grey-tipped mongolian cushion, RiVER island
cheat the look of real greenery. Faux plant in pot, PRimaRK
time to relax
£8
Keep on the sofa arm or in a basket. Herringbone grey throw, WilKO
£12.99
add to a sideboard or windowsill. greek vase, HOmEsEnsE
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‘I don’t like to Make your Mark
TraD DeTaILS
‘the original fanlight by the front door is a nice nod to the house’s Victorian roots’
Come on in!
ABoUT me i’m Kate whitfield and i own interior design company an artful life (anartfullife.co.uk). i live here with my husband andrew, who works for the Ministry of Defence, and our eight-year-old twin sons archie and stanley. mY Home a three-bedroom Victorian terraced house in north essex that we bought in 2012. WHen We BoUgHT iT the house was in a dire state and required a total overhaul. Plus the old kitchen extension needed replacing. AnD noW we have a large, lightfilled kitchen-diner opening out onto a lovely courtyard garden. and the house has been decorated throughout in a quirky, modern style that we all love. STYLe TiP lighting is so important. it should be a feature in itself rather than just for illumination.
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‘i love putting a twist on period style. there are no rules when it comes to decor because it’s all about your personal taste. it’s your home and it should make you happy. i buy what i like and then put it all together’
Love it
Victorian terrace
follow rules’ IDEA TO STEAL
‘Use a side table to give greenery displays extra height’
Kate gave a period house a modern twist using a mix of contemporary and vintage pieces, clever lighting, upbeat colours and distinctive artwork
W
hen my husband andrew and i first viewed this house back in 2012, it was dated, rundown and needed pretty much everything doing to it,’ says Kate, ‘but i fell in love with its period features, high ceilings and good light. and as renovation is my line of business, i wasn’t too worried about having to do all that work. We were keen to get cracking as soon as we moved in, so we drew up plans, chose a builder from a shortlist of three local companies and started work just before Christmas.
Big plans The kitchen was at the back of the house in an extension that was like a shed. It had no foundations and a narrow scullery leading off from it. Our plan was to create a large, light-filled kitchen-diner, so our first job was to demolish the shed and extend properly to the rear. We knocked down a wall to open up the scullery and part of the staircase and hallway to create one really large room. We chose bifold doors to maximise the light and in the summer, we open them out onto the back courtyard garden. The garden walls were painted white to create a Mediterranean feel and the result is a bright space that is practical and full of character, with a dining area that has a sunny, holiday vibe. I love that I can cook and keep an eye on the twins, Archie and Stanley, as they sit and eat, do their homework at the table or play outside. I also turned one of the walls in the kitchen into a big blackboard. The boys love it and
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Love it
Victorian terrace
WINDOW TrEATMENT
‘Solid timber shutters look great, and are a bonus when it comes to privacy and security’
GAllEry sPAcE
‘i like wall art, but i find it can be too permanent. i buy new pieces of artwork regularly – using picture shelves means i can swap them around between rooms’
Buy it
Shop Kate's graphic home style PAGE 54
‘BrAnch OuT wITh pLAnTS - ThEy cAn LOOk wOnDErfuL uSED crEATIvELy, InSTEAD Of juST In pOTS On ThE fLOOr’
Why it works
style at hoMe says…
sMArT sHADE
‘in the dining room, we painted the walls, ceiling, fireplace and piano in one colour for a seamless look’
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‘Kate’s choice of light grey creates a smart and modern backdrop that works well next to her eclectic furniture and accessories.’ style editor
Michela Colling
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Hang a striking print above a fireplace to draw the eye’
have been pretty good at not drawing on any other walls, thankfully!
Grown-up space Andrew and I decided to turn a room leading off from the kitchen into a more formal dining room for the two of us after the twins have gone to bed, and for entertaining guests. Our previous property was an open-plan flat, which didn’t work once the boys arrived. My
husband and I needed an adult space for ourselves, which you can’t have if you’re picking up toys everywhere all the time. So this is perfect as a family house.
The right lights I wanted to accentuate the property’s original features by adding a modern, slightly quirky twist. One of the key ways I tried to do this was through my use of strong lighting, which features in every
room. I particularly enjoy using naked bulb-style lights, which offer a modern take on an industrial feel. I think lighting should be a focal point rather than just there in a practical sense. It’s an area that is neglected by a lot of people.
Mix it up I’ve tried using my skills as an interior designer to combine our home’s original features with a mixture of vintage,
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easy update
‘We painted the B&Q kitchen units light grey and added vintage-style handles, achieving a more expensive look for less money. our island was built to fit using an old butcher’s block’
idea to steal
‘Add your own handles to update plain kitchen cabinets’
bespoke and modern furniture and accessories, so that each room has an individual look. I shopped around for recycled materials to try and stay sympathetic to the property’s age. We used reclaimed parquet flooring for the kitchen and a period pattern for the floor tiles in the family bathroom. We also opted for shutters instead of curtains, to recreate a classic feel.
Put it to the test
It took a lot of time and effort to decide on the wall colours. It was so hard finding the right tone of grey for the dining room. They can often feel quite cold, which I didn’t want as this is already a fairly cold house rather than a sunny one. But then again, warm greys can have a purple tone, which I did not want either. So I used several sample pots until I found the
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Do it!
RestoRe paRquet flooRing
1
Vacuum the floor and check the blocks are firmly fixed. replace damaged blocks with new matching wood. if laid on a concrete floor, you may want to fill any gaps that have occurred with movement. seal any doors to stop dust escaping and wear a dust mask plus eye and ear protection. using a professional drum belt sander (follow safety instructions), start with a 40 grit paper or lower and sand at a 45-degree angle to the grain, straight down or across. Finally, use an edging sander to go over the
2 3
edges of the room, and then a corner sander for any hard-to-reach nooks. Vacuum the floor, then repeat step three once or twice with a finer grit sandpaper and manually smooth any rough spots with sandpaper. to even out any marks, go over the floor with a buffer in the same way the belt sander was used. choose your preferred varnish or oil depending on how much wear and tear the room will receive. apply the finish as per instructions. once dry, sand out any rough spots and repeat with extra coats if needed.
4 5
Victorian terrace
Love it
3 of the best
Wall HooKs
Add style to your storage
Get creative
Luxe Leather
Kelston five peg rail, £50, garden trading
‘i hung hooks by the garden doors, with a bench underneath, to create a mini boot room’
Word up
albus word wall hooks, £20, Made.com
Get fruity
Pineapple triple hook, £22.99, the Farthing
‘Factor in extra time.our project took six months instead oF Four because oF various unexpected delays’ Look to the past
‘We were keen to put back some of the house’s period character where we could, so we shopped around for recycled materials and used reclaimed parquet flooring in the kitchen-diner’
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COlOur BlOCk
Do it!
Half-painted walls
1 2 3
cover the floor, protect the skirting and unscrew sockets. Determine the height of your line, ideally making it above or below the key furniture pieces. Mark and measure the desired height with a pencil, and then measure up and mark at regular points across the wall. Join the marks using a spirit level to ensure a straight line. Mark the line with low tack decorators tape. For a balanced finish, use a darker shade for the lower half of the wall. Start painting below the tape with either a brush or mini roller, followed by a larger roller for the remainder of the lower wall. try a gloss or vinyl silk for added impact and a contrasting finish to matt emulsion. these can also work well as durable, wipeclean solutions in a hallway or children’s bedroom.
4 5
‘in the boys’ bedroom, i split the walls into white and yellow bands to avoid it looking too stark or overpowering in one hue’
Why it works
style at Home says… ‘Geo print textiles and eye-catching pieces of wall art appear in every room of Kate’s house, making a unified and well pulled-together overall look.’ houses editor
Ruth Corbett
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OrIgInal features
‘We couldn’t afford doubleglazing and we didn’t want PVc, so we chose wooden shutters, which a joiner made for us. they shut out all of the light so we don’t need curtains’
Victorian terrace
Love it
IDEA TO STEAL
‘Run a narrow picture ledge above a bed to display easy-to-change artwork’
In the lIght
‘i created a focal point in the guest bedroom with looped lighting and a hanging planter’
Crate Idea
‘i put wooden fruit crates in an old bookcase in our bedroom to store my clothes’
‘DOn’T ruLE OuT bESpOkE furnITurE.A LITTLE ImAgInATIOn– pLuS gETTIng ALOng wITh yOur buILDEr –cAn bE An AffOrDAbLE wAy TO AcquIrE unIquE pIEcES’ hue I wanted, which was Elephant’s Breath by Farrow & Ball. Even people in the profession need to use tester pots to make sure we get it right.
The art of display I like to arrange pictures and artwork on shelves rather than hang them up. It means I can easily move pieces around from room to room. This is especially important for me as I’m constantly buying new pieces of art. I also like to hang lights and plants at different heights, making
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Love it
Victorian terrace space savvy
‘open storage is a good alternative to cupboards and can make a small family bathroom like ours seem a bit bigger’
tailor- made
‘We designed the basin unit ourselves. We glued two marble chopping boards together to sit the basin on and bought steel hairpin legs online’
idea to steal
‘A simple shelf ladder is a great way to make use of dead space’
‘Half-tiled walls are practical wHen surrounding batH and basin areas, and can be an easy way to cut costs’ use of the high and low parts of a room. Plant pots needn’t be restricted to surfaces; they can look wonderful if used imaginatively. i’ve hung a plant in a pot from the ceiling in our guest bedroom. it sits alongside the bulb on a cord light and together they
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make a striking focal point for the room. now that the house is finished, although i really like the new space at the back, i think i prefer the living room the best. it’s homely and comfortable, but also a little bit unique and special. it’s where we can all relax together as a family.’
Tom Dixon good quality, beautiful furniture. i usually have to wait for the sales before i can buy anything though. House DocTor clean, contemporary, scandinavian style at affordable prices. ikea You just can’t beat them on style or price for basic storage and the occasional larger pieces of furniture, plus accessories. Tom Pigeon i buy a lot of prints from here. i like them because they are so graphic, full of shapes and plenty of bold colours. Ferm living a wide offering with a nice colour palette and at various price points. reTrouvius great for reclamation pieces and a good source of inspiration for unique and interesting ideas.
Find more clever ways to style up your home by going to pinterest.com/ styleathomemag
Feature Sharon Smith/VaneSSa richmond PhotograPhs daVid Parmiter
Where to buy her style
washi tape frames
Makeit
feature Stephanie Durrant photograph ti-meDiacontent.com
similar washi tapes, from ÂŁ3 a roll, paperchase
Have fun with stripes and borders
This monTh’s
Makeit
Create a gallery wall by covering old picture frames with colourful washi tape. Remove the backing boards and wrap the frames with tape in co-ordinating shades and designs. Complete the eclectic look by framing different prints and pictures.
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chic light
£20
£15
combine texture with added cosy factor. cushion, made.com
Bring utility style to a dining space. painted ret met pendant, homeBaSe
£15
Show off your favourite pieces. Black triangle shelf, UrBan oUtfitterS
Buy Kate’s style…
graphic remix Abstract prints and contemporary lighting are key to creating a home with mid-century flair
C
halky neutrals on the walls give the original Victorian features of Kate’s home a chance to shine, while Scandi-inspired furniture adds a simple, modern twist. Team contemporary touches such as concrete and wire accents, rattan and brass accessories with the pared-back style of streamlined mid-century modern furniture. introduce the odd colourful highlight with graphic artwork, plant pots and vases.
£14
cover plastic plant pots in style. rope basket, matalan
£39.99
£99
a glam touch for a dark corner. eclipse table lamp, dutchbone range, cUcKooland
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pick a geometric weave. reversible rug, littlewoodS
graphic remix
Love it
£20
add an urban edge. concrete pot, John lewiS & partnerS
£54.99
display all your bits and bobs. cube unit, argoS
modern art
£30
perfect for a picture shelf above a sofa. festival ii print, King & mcgaw
£749
choose Scandi style. porter fabric threeseater sofa, ideal home range, Very
£16
£23.95
try this space-saving, multi-use item. retro magazine rack table, melody maiSon
a splash of sunny yellow never goes amiss. reactive vase, next home
£47.95
relax in a low lounger. indoor/outdoor bamboo stacking chair, homeBaSe
featUre Michela colling
easy to store
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THE STYLE BOOK
BOTanicaL prinTS Take inspiration from luscious woodland ferns, vintage illustrations and delicate country stems to create these stand-out botanical schemes
Pull out and keep!
the stYle rules
Introduce a light and bright forest feel Step into a space full of structured fern prints, teamed with timeless off-white furnishings and classic shapes. EmbracE imPErfEcTions Choose wallpaper with a simple leaf repeat on an off-white background. A painterly print creates an organic feel.
KEEP iT ligHT and brigHT Pick classic furniture pieces in chalky white. Instead of colour, let features like turned legs and carved details add interest. cHoosE naTural moTifs Accessorise with textiles that echo the wallpaper – think fern prints and leafy-hued linens.
Style a botanicalthemed living space with fern prints taking centre stage on walls and fabrics
Pick white accessories in simple shapes
Fresh
neutrals Create a light-filled scheme in white and green
THE fabric
Trace in Apple, £19.80m, Prestigious Textiles
THE wallPaPEr Gold Latilia green organic wallpaper, £16 a roll, B&Q
THE PainT
GoodHome Walls & Ceilings Fairbanks matt emulsion, £12 for 2.5L, B&Q
THEflooring Flowerburst rug, from £89, Dunelm
Modern
MoRRiS
Update classic prints with punchy jewel tones
the fabric
Forenza Palm cotton velvet, £64m, Romo
the wallpaper
Morris Seaweed in Cobalt/ Thyme, £71 a roll, Morris & Co at Style Library
the paint
Contrast matt emulsion, £38 for 2.5L, Graham & Brown
the floorinG
Lorena Canals ombré washable rug in Emerald, £170, Amara
Go for curtains in a matching accent colour
Use leftover wallpaper to cover storage folders and notebooks
Why it works the STYLE RULES
Combine ornate pattern with luxe tactile fabrics
Update a traditional scheme using pops of bright cobalt and chartreuse alongside modern geometric accessories
Embrace heritage prints like those from Morris & Co, inspired by botanical elements, and pair with furniture and accessories in bright jewel shades. Go dark on walls Team a classic wallpaper print with walls painted in a moody midnight shade and give furniture an update with a lick of paint in a punchy teal colourway.
Go for all-out opulence Choose traditional-style furniture, such as a button back sofa, covered in a sumptuous jewelcoloured velvet. Pile on the luxury with various rich-hued cushions. add botanical touches Accessorise with on-trend geometric terrariums, faux taxidermy cloches and vases of bright blooms.
STYLE aT hoME SaYS… ‘The sharp pops of zesty yellow green add energy and intensity to instantly lift the rich blues.’ editorial
Vanessa Richmond
director
the STYLe RULeS
Go for a bold contemporary look Make a feature of lush greenery and botanical forms by setting them against a modern monochrome backdrop. crEaTE a ligHT basE Paint walls and ceilings brilliant white and make a feature with a living wall using real or faux plants in wall-hung containers.
iNTroducE EmErald ToNEs Splashes of emerald green add vibrancy. Seek out a sofa, frames and cushions for a punchy accent. givE THE fEEliNg of sPacE Make your room appear bigger with white flooring and add impact with a statement black and white geometric rug.
Contrast strong geometric shapes with organic forms for a well-balanced scheme
Mix and match plant types and leaf shapes
Dramatic geo
Add shots of emerald to a mono scheme
THE fabric
Atelier Saint Germain Quiz in Kiwi, £65m, Jane Clayton & Company
THE wallPaPEr
Wild Fern in Charcoal, £50 a roll, Clarke & Clarke
THE PaiNT
Dulux Feature Wall Enchanted Eden matt emulsion, £15 for 1.25L, Homebase
THE floor
Geometric black and white rug, £173.99, Plantation Rug at Wayfair
For an authentic feel, mismatch prints and patterns, including cushions and throws depicting different flora and fauna
Rustic
boho
Be playful with nostalgic botanical prints
the fAbric
Sanderson Paradesia in Botanical Green £59m, Style Library
the wAllpAper Voyage Bumble Bee in Linen, £31m, Norfolk Textiles
the pAint
Boxington absolute matt emulsion, £45 for 2.5L, Little Greene
the flooring
Vitality deluxe natural varnished oak laminate, £18.99sq m, Carpetright
Group eclectic vases on a dressing table
Create a gallery wall by framing colourful botanical prints in a grid arrangement
Why it works the STYLE RULES
Play with pops of colour in a rustic setting Combine mismatched prints, shabby chic furniture and an eclectic colour palette for a relaxed bohemian look. big up british wildlife Choose wallpaper and fabrics depicting bees, birds and butterflies and work it with vintage-inspired patterns for a nostalgic country vibe that feels fresh and summery.
upcycle old furniture Look for pre-loved pieces at vintage markets and online and use chalk paint for a bright new look. Distress with sandpaper before varnishing for a shabby chic finish. MArry wood types Choose a laminate with a rusticlook grain that matches any wood furniture to continue the country style throughout the space.
STYLE aT homE SaYS… ‘Use a bouquet of summer blooms as inspiration – fresh and bright for a happy space’ senior features
Stephanie Durrant
editor
Delight dinner guests by creating a centrepiece of succulents planted in smart white pots. Why not also make mini hanging terrariums for friends and family to take home?
Improve air quality with oxygenemitting plants
the stYLE RULEs
Take inspiration from Kew Gardens Give a Victorian-inspired botanical look a contemporary twist by contrasting traditional horticultural designs with modern black details. MaKE a STaTEMENT Team large-scale trellis print wallpaper in a fresh green with vintage horticultural illustrations.
crEaTE coNTraST Black furniture in sleek, design-led shapes adds drama to a traditional botanical scheme. iMPrESS DiNNEr GUESTS Decorate a dining table with succulents under glass cloches, mini terrariums and crockery with leaf print designs.
Modern
botanist Partner vintage prints with bold black
THE fabric
Harlequin Fraction in Mercury, £19m, Style Library
THE wallPaPEr
Zoffany Veranda trellis in Leaf, £69 a roll, Style Library
THE PaiNT
Dulux Rich Black matt emulsion, £16 for 2.5L, B&Q
THE floor
Series Woods Professional laminate flooring in Phalsbourg oak, £26.99sq m, UK Flooring Direct
Meadow
paSTELS
Be soothed by vintage flora in sugary shades
ThE FABRIC
Roof Garden in Blossom, £17.40m, Prestigious Textiles
ThEwALLPAPER Albany Natural Forest, £18.98 a roll, Wallpaper Direct
ThE PAINT
Echo absolute matt emulsion, £45 for 2.5L, Little Greene
ThE FLooRING Wenge Passionata laminate, £27.99sq m, Quick-Step
Hang pastel pots in macrame planters
Source assorted vintage crockery and enamelware in charity shops and car-boot sales to display together
Why it works the STYLE RULES
Mix delicate florals with pastel hues
Craft a focal point by securely suspending a branch above a bed, then hanging macrame planters and botanical illustrations with rope
Create a feminine-style bedroom by combining shabby chic furnishings with meadow flowers. PICK SERENE PASTELS Soothing pastel accents are ideal for bedrooms as they’re soft and calming. Paint walls in a pale duck egg or off-white shade. BE INSPIRED BY VINTAGE PRINTS Choose bedding and soft furnishings featuring delicate floral
patterns. Layer different designs within the same colour palette – co-ordinating plain fabrics will help to create cohesion. REVAmP FURNITURE wITh PAINT An ornate metal bed frame has nostalgic appeal and rustic shelving provides the perfect spot to display vintage crockery. Give new life to secondhand furniture with a lick of chalk paint.
STYLE aT hoME SaYS…
‘The room feels awash with light, thanks to the off-white backdrop created by the walls, floors and fabrics.’ style editor
Michela Colling
Pick out punchy green hues from wallpaper to use on folders and files for a lively office space
Showcase vintage botanical illustrations with a modern twist. Complement with black and white pieces in Scandi shapes.
Why it works the stYLe rULes
Work botanicals into a smart, grown-up scheme stYLe At Home sAYs… ‘Furniture with clean, simple lines allows the botanical prints to be the star of the show.’ features editor
Holly Walsh
Add atmosphere by contrasting dark wallcoverings and upholstery with leafy greens and modern monochrome furnishings. go for SErEnE grEEn Start with a backdrop of warm green for an organic feel. Keep skirting boards white and add a picture shelf above the bed for displaying real or faux plants and framed botanical prints.
crEaTE DraMa Select a simple black bed frame and look for smart furnishings, like an occasional chair and stool, upholstered in dark forest fabrics. bE bolD Let yourself be more daring in a home office, by choosing black botanical print wallpaper. Make it modern with linear white furniture and accessories.
Add a white picture shelf
Midnight forest
Team forest ferns with moody hues
THE fabric
Clarke & Clarke Herbarium in Heather/ Ebony, £36.50m, Jane Clayton & Company
THE wallPaPEr
Sanderson Fernery in Botanical Green/Charcoal, £69 a roll, Style Library
THE PainT
Turtle Shell matt emulsion, £38 for 2.5L, Graham & Brown
THE flooring
Elite old white oak dark laminate, £20.99sq m, Quick-Step
Modern
country Blend soft neutrals with botanical motifs
THE fabric Linton Husk, £63m, Romo
THE WallPaPEr Sanderson Fern Gallery in ivory, £71 a roll, Wallpaper Direct
THE PaiNT
Wilko Cloudless matt emulsion, £12 for 2.5L, Wilko
THE floor
Fine Lines wool carpet in Marble Arch, £29.99sq m, Carpetright
Leafy greens, earthy browns and cornflower blue work harmoniously to create a countryinspired living space
Frame a trio of fern prints in matching frames
the StyLE ruLES
Refresh a rustic scheme with earthy hues recreate the peace of a lush country garden using natural colours and textures. SET THE ScENE Paint walls in soft sky blue so that it always feels like a sunny day, no matter the weather. Team with a palette of warm greens and country creams.
bE GENEroUS WiTH GrEENErY Pop lush foliage in artisan vessels like ceramic planters and glass bottle vases. aDD coUNTrY coMforTS Pick a plush and inviting sofa in natural linen and dress it with leaf-print cushions.
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striped planters
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Create statement planters using bold, colour-block stripes. With masking tape, mark vertical or horizontal lines on a plain ceramic pot. Paint one side white, then when dry, reposition the tape and paint the other half in your favourite shade.
Add real or faux greenery
stripe fibre clay plant pots, from ÂŁ45, rose & grey
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Easy UpdatEs
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styLE UpdatE Have fun with these simple but creative ideas that’ll ring the changes without turning into a full garden redo
1 For similar, try Acapulco chairs, ÂŁ37.95 each, Homebase
Bold impact
Add vibrant colour to your outdoor space with seating that packs a punch. Bright pink looks effective as it really contrasts with green grass and shrubbery. Pick a new set in this hot shade or update an old one with spray paint.
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Build it yourself
Create your own outdoor seating by recycling fence panels. Build a wooden frame, then box out the seating with cut-down fence panels or slim planks of wood. Give it all a coat of colourful paint and top with cushions.
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DeCOraTiVe PlanTers
Pretty up a windowsill by planting blooms in wooden seed boxes. Make drainage holes in the bottom first, line with gravel then add some soil.
Bench painted in Garden Shades Seagrass, £27.98 for 2.5L, Cuprinol
FAve FIndS
For a fun outdoor space
Pineapple drinks dispenser, £10, Sainsbury’s Home
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Space savers
Raised beds are easy to tend and can be made bespoke to your garden, meaning no space is wasted. Hanging baskets and tubs can be placed on balconies and patios, so no outdoor area is too small to enjoy some greenery.
Potting bench painted in Iris blue wood finish, £16.99 for 1L, Protek
Layla cocoon bean bag, £149, Made.com
BundleBerry set of four living wall panels, £54, QvC
Stripe place mat, £10 for two, next Home
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Perk uP a POTTing sTaTiOn
Give a boring potting bench a bright new look by painting it an eye-catching blue. Ideal for use on a workstation in your shed or outdoor space, this paint is fade, water and UV-resistant, so you can be sure that the colour will last until next summer. 78 | june 2019
easy updates
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Introduce colour
Update simple garden benches and chairs with a few new outdoor cushions, to add some colour and pattern as well as creating a comfortable spot, perfect for lazy lunches. Floor cushions are great for extra seating – especially for little ones who are unlikely to keep still for long!
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Cushions, from ÂŁ10 each, Stockholm range, Argos
Choose bench-style seating to accommodate more guests around a table at gatherings
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easy updates
Update a fence
Create a stylish backdrop in your garden by painting fence panels in contrasting shades. Start by giving panels a quick clean or jet wash, before marking a third of the way down with masking tape. Paint each section in your chosen colour – black will really make green plants pop.
Lisbon Living range, from £3 for a melamine side plate, sainsbury’s Home
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RefResh a table
Update your tableware by choosing a set with a bright, summery pattern. It’s always best to go for durable melamine to avoid any outdoor breakages.
silver Copse and black 5 year Ducksback wood paint, each £17.83 for 5L, Cuprinol
Top buys
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Go for faux
Think about replacing patchy turf with easy-to-maintain faux grass. With a choice of shades, design and pile heights, your garden will look lush all year round and you won’t have to waste water maintaining it when the weather gets hot.
Global monochrome floor cushions, £35 each; Global monochrome outdoor rugs, from £15 each, all Argos
For an exotic touch Wooden stand planter, £22.50, Argos
Intricate lantern, £14, primark
plastic hi-ball, £3.25, Lisbon Living range, sainsbury’s Home
Floor cushion, £30, sainsbury’s Home
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INsIDe OUt
Treat your outside space just like you would your living room with the same home comforts. Cushions scattered on sofas, a rug laid under a coffee table and squishy floor cushions to relax on – turn it into an all day hang out!
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Light show
String up lengths of festoon lights over your outdoor dining space for a pretty display that will twinkle well into the evening. These lights from Lights4Fun can be connected together to make up to 150m of lighting, so you can make your whole garden glow at night.
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For a welcoming night-time garden glow, light a selection of lanterns at different heights
10m warm white LeD connectable festoon lights, ÂŁ30, Lights4Fun
easy updates
Love it
Fence and table painted in Garden shades Old english Green, £27.98 for 2.5L, Cuprinol
Grow house with built-in shelves, £55, B&Q
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eat your own
This pop-up greenhouse can be used inside a shed during winter and on the patio in the summer, so you can grow your own, regardless of space.
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Welcome wildlife
Install a birdbath in view of the window and watch garden birds come and go. If possible, position it under branches, so they can flutter up to safety and away from shrubbery where cats might be lurking.
Cotton macramé hanging chair, £69.99, Dobbies
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Alfresco cooking
Make an outdoor kitchen and prep space by popping up a couple of wooden panels, building a simple bench and giving them all a lick of paint in the same shade. Use S hooks to hang utensils, so that you have everything to hand.
must-haves
You won’t want to miss G&t mug, £9.95, White stuff
tropic side table, £69, JD Williams
Crackle glass solar light, £7, morrisons
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HanGInG out
Find a quiet spot to erect a suspended chair, ideal for chilling outside on lazy days. Just make sure the beam you attach it to is sturdy enough to bear your weight, or get a professional involved. Then curl up with your favourite magazine…
happy home doormat, £10, Next home
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Pave the way
Give your path a boardwalk feel by laying decking planks and filling the spaces between them with pebbles. Arrange potted plants along the edges of the path, following the curve. Fences painted black and decorated with lighting will add a stylish finish.
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new HeIgHts
Turn an old ladder into an eye-catching plant stand. Having a variety of plants at different heights will make a display that can be seen from all angles.
For similar decking, try the Madeira deck board, £5.25 for 2.4m, B&Q
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Stay cosy
Turn up the heat with a firepit, so you can linger outside on a summer’s evening. It makes a great focal point when placed in the middle of a seating area on the patio and will keep everyone together long into the night.
Garden Shades Barleywood wood paint, £27.98 for 2.5L, Cuprinol
To add some zing
Flamingo print outdoor cushion, £12 JD Williams
Blooma Tinaga steel firepit, £48, B&Q
Garden gnome, £5, Morrisons
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create a swanky garden room
Turn an unloved shed into your own private retreat, for work or play. Paint the interior a restful shade and the exterior a colour that will really pop in your outdoor space. Fill with a few home comforts and decorate with fresh flowers.
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Melamine plate, £3.50, Sainsbury’s Home
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On reflection
Mirrors are a great tool for making a space seem larger than it is, so don’t just reserve them for your interior, but work one into your outdoor space, too. Hang on an exterior wall or prop up on a potting table, and don’t worry if the glass becomes mottled as it will add to the rustic feel.
Look out for old terracotta pots at car boot sales or vintage fairs to add a rustic feel to your garden
Florence grey mirror, £40, Dunelm
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‘We bagged a SHELF LIFE
‘i love adding touches of colour here and there, and this group of vases in co-ordinating colours really adds to the look’
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ABOUT ME i’m hayley thomas, 44, and i live with my husband mark, 45, and our two daughters, Daisy, eight, and four-year-old betty, in a thirties three-bedroom detached house in Warrington. MY CHALLENGE extending and reconfiguring the old-fashioned, dingy galley kitchen to create a bright, inviting family room with doors leading out to the garden and space for a large dining table. MY WISH LIST i really wanted an island where friends and family could congregate because i knew we would spend most of our time in here. i also wanted to incorporate a brick wall into the design.
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Being in the right place at the right time meant that Hayley could buy her dream kitchen at a knockdown price
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rom the moment i first saw this house i fell in love with it. the garden was big enough for a family and the interior had loads of potential,’ says hayley. ‘however, it needed to be totally updated and the dated kitchen was crying out for a complete overhaul. the original space was painted lilac and had a cold slate floor with just one window to let in the light, so it was a dark and unpleasant room to be in. I’m a stay-at-home mum and wanted the house to have an inviting space where we could all spend time together while I cooked dinner, but instead the girls would come home from school and sit in the living room where I couldn’t see them. So the kitchen had to take priority.
Forward planning We chose an architect who had already worked on similar properties in the area as we were confident he’d know what would work well within the space. He recommended building out to the side return which added an extra 1.5m to the room, and our builder suggested knocking down a connecting wall to a small utility to add more space and light. The layout of the kitchen came together quite naturally as we already knew we wanted the cooker and tall units running along the back wall with an island opposite. This would then leave space for a family dining table and a reading corner, and we could put doors to the garden along the side wall.
bRIGHT IdEA
‘i chose midnight blue Shaker-style cabinets, then added colourful bar stools and funky chrome accessories’
Managing budgets I had quite a clear vision of how I wanted the new kitchen to look. A decorative brick wall was my ‘must-have’ design element, though I worried it might be expensive, but our builder suggested using brick slips, which were easier
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Why it works
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Bold ColouR sChemes Start with your key shade, such as the main wall colour or kitchen units, as this will help determine which colours to pair with it. use the colour wheel. Shades that sit diagonally on the wheel combine well for a bold contrast, colours that sit next to each other still have impact but work as a more subtle, softer combination. Saturated, vivid shades make a stronger impact alongside white backgrounds, making the room feel airier and allowing colours to pop. as a general rule, three key colours are an ideal mix but you can bring in softer shades of one of your chosen colours for variety. rethink where to use colour: cushions, wallpaper and window dressings are an obvious choice, but you can introduce colour with furniture, lighting and upholstery.
style at home says…
island living
‘i’d seen some expensive designer bar stools but i hunted around for similar and found these in Dunelm’
‘hayley’s crisp, white walls and worktops balance out the vivid blue kitchen units and statement wallpaper, so the room still feels fresh and modern.’ houses editor
Ruth Corbett
‘LISTEn TO ThE ExpErTS AnD uSE ThE knOwLEDgE yOu ArE pAyIng fOr – ThEy knOw bEST AnD wILL SuggEST gOOD IDEAS ThAT yOu mAy nOT hAvE cOnSIDErED’
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‘An oil-cloth table protector is practical with young children’
mix and match
‘i love the way the Danetti chair legs mirror the pattern in the wallpaper and tablecloth’
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kitchen makeover
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Shaker kitchen in Midnight Blue, including Aspen Ice Quartz worktop, sink, tap, appliances and extractor, from £6,260, Wren Kitchens. Olde Bayswater Blend brick slips, £44.98sq m, Brick Slips. Herringbone vinyl flooring, for similar try Signature Select parquet luxury vinyl flooring in Barn Oak SSP-003, £24.95sq m, Flooring UK Ltd. Ochre Los bar stools, £39 each, Dunelm. White Finn dining chairs, £55 each, Danetti. Conny arched nickel matt floor lamp, £113.99; Excel handwoven natural rug, from £75.99, both Wayfair. Emerald green Sunburst wallpaper, £81 a roll, Wallpaper Direct. Trika chrome ceiling lamps, £120 each, Swagger Incorporated. Ink Blue Rust-Oleum chalky furniture paint, £12 for 750ml, Homebase. Blue velvet armchair, for similar try the Rockford soft velvet swivel chair in navy, £375, Crushed Velvet Furniture. Metropolitan Thomas Kent Campbell clock, £95, Red Candy. Gold velvet footstool, £10, eBay; for similar, £79, try Mini Cottage Creations at Etsy.
splash out
‘this Starburst design wallpaper was eye-wateringly expensive but we only needed a couple of rolls’
and cheaper to install than a new wall. I’d also seen a lovely peacock blue kitchen that I thought would complement the brick beautifully, but the quote was too high and I also had concerns that the colour might date. Then, while searching online, I came across the Wren Shaker kitchen in Midnight Blue, which Mark and I both loved, and which I thought might realistically stand the test of time better. We worried that it might still be pricey but when we went to enquire we couldn’t believe our luck as it was included in the Black Friday deals and all the units were half price. That left money over for the flooring, and although we still had to be careful with our budget, we found a local contractor who gave us a great deal on the parquet-effect planks.
Hard work
I can truly say it was hideous living in the house during the works with two small
children. There was dust and rubble everywhere, and the small front room became our only area for eating, relaxing, playing and socialising. We had a microwave for cooking and initially only a cold water tap in the utility for washing up, and we didn’t have a full working kitchen for about five months. I ended up going to bed with the kids at 8pm most nights to get away from it all and looking back I don’t know quite how we managed.
Styling the room
I was originally going to choose copper hardware to contrast with the blue kitchen units, but I wanted something less trend-driven. We decided to go for a more classic look, choosing stainless steel accessories such as the oversized Wayfair anglepoise-style lamp and the chrome pendant lights, which really finish off the room. The space is now just perfect and I can’t imagine ever having to change it.’
perfect pick
‘Blue is my favourite colour and i love our blue units, but i added zing by teaming with mustard accessories’
Find more tips on creating a brightly coloured kitchen at idealhome.co.uk
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vinyL FLoorinG
Hayley’s choice:
vinyL FLoorinG
Got your eye on Hayley’s fabulous floor? We’ve got the lowdown…
What is it made from?
The core material is a man-made synthetic called polyvinyl chloride resin (PVC). Vinyl flooring once contained harmful volatile ingredients that, understandably, put homeowners off but now it’s completely safe and can even be recycled.
Should I choose tiles or sheet vinyl?
Sheet vinyl, aka rolled vinyl, comes in one piece that’s cut to the size of the room. it’s typically the cheaper option, although the new breed of custom-printed sheet vinyl (try Zazous or atrafloor) is costlier but worth it. Standard rolls come in 2-4m widths, so you may need to suffer a join in big rooms. Vinyl tiles are rigid, and come in packs – some offer super-easy, stick-on
BEST FOR… ACCURATE MEASURING
Carpetright isn’t just about carpets, its nationwide stores stock a wide range of vinyl and offer free home consultations, including professional measuring.
REdUCEd MESS
Quick-Step’s patented uniclic Multifit system couldn’t be easier to install. using a tongue-and-groove system, the vinyl planks are laid without adhesive.
ABSOLUTE BARGAINS
B&M’s self-adhesive vinyl tiles start from just £3.99sq m, so there’s no excuse not to give that loo a refresh!
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installation. luxury Vinyl Tiles (lVTs) are the top-end option, with prices ranging from £40-£165sq m. They offer excellent rigidity (no wrinkles) as well as insulation and sound absorption, and they work with underfloor heating.
How can I check for quality?
Thickness is a good indication of quality, for both sheet and tiled vinyl. Cheap sheet vinyl starts at 1.1mm-thick, which will make it pretty easy to fit but not terribly long-lasting. Go for at least 3.5mm. lVTs tend to measure around the 5mm mark. also look for anti-slip coatings, particularly in the kitchen and bathroom. amtico’s new urethane layer, Quantum Guard, enhances durability.
3 of the best
pATTERNEd vINyLS stick DOwn Sorzano Foliage vinyl floor tile, £19.99sq m, Zazous
Can I fit it myself?
Sheet vinyl can be cut with a Stanley knife and is pretty easy to fit in a standard room. Hone your skills on a small area first. Vinyl tiles are installed similarly to ceramic tiles and many come with click-fit edges that slot together jigsaw style. Preparing a flat subfloor is essential and a leveling compound or decent underlay is worth the extra expense.
Is it easy to maintain?
Cleaning is straightforward with a vacuum and mop. Use vinyl-safe floor cleaner – nothing abrasive – and wipe up any spills straight away. Protect the floor from chair legs with felt pads or castors.
‘Be kind to the environment By seeking out vinyl flooring made from recyclaBle materials’ Mark Findlay, Founder, Harvey Maria
OntrenD parquet
ultimate expressions audrey vinyl, £19sq m, avenue Floors
Designer label
dovetail vinyl tiles in oxford Blue, £46.80sq m, Harvey Maria
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inyl flooring is hard wearing, durable and easy to lay. it is also much softer and warmer underfoot compared to stone tiles. Plus, it’s more forgiving and a breeze to keep clean. a recent surge in popularity is bringing more modern, trend-led designs to the market.
colour pop
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colour pop
A midnight blue kitchen and rustic brick let bold accessories sing
Bring a burst of sunshine to your breakfast bar. los bar stool, ochre, £39, Dunelm
Great for serving up nibbles, cakes or using as a chopping board. Natural acacia wooden board, £20, creative tops
For a striking display above a breakfast bar, hang three of these chrome pendant lights. £59 each, Made.com
cheat the look of a rustic brick wall with an inexpensive wallpaper. Farm brick, £16.99 a roll, Wallpaper Direct
reflect light into your kitchen space by hanging a mirror. Gold sunburst mirror, £60.95, Melody Maison
use to display flowers, or to keep coffee pods or washing tablets inside. Green glass globe vase, £19.50, Gisela Graham
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colour match
Bring some tropical greenery indoors. Faux plant in pot, £8, George Home
Keep sweet treats hidden away. orla Kiely linear stem enamel storage tin, £28, andshine
choose utensils that go with your colour scheme. colourworks Brights blue silicone slotted food turner, £4.99, Kitchencraft
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LUSH LEAVES
‘A selection of house plants hanging at different heights soften the look’
‘We wanted to idea to steal
‘Break up a monochrome scheme by using plants to introduce a pop of organic colourÕ
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ABOUT ME I’m Emma Paterson, 29, and I live with my husband mark, 35, in a Thirties fourbedroom semi-detached house in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. We moved here in march 2016. MY CHALLENGE I wanted to give the bathroom the same thought and style that we had given the other rooms in the house, while also making sure it was a functional space. It was about getting the balance right with a limited budget! MY WISH LIST The room had a great bath but no shower, so that was on the top of our list. It’s a big room so we knew we had the space for it. I also wanted try dramatic, dark colours in at least one room in the house.
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Emma dared to go dark when it came to revamping her bathroom, and even had space for a luxe walk-in shower
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iscovering the house had a freestanding bath was one of the things I really liked about it – I’d always wanted one,’ says Emma. ‘The downside was that it didn’t have a shower, despite the fact that the room is a good size. The cupboard housing the water tank was the perfect place to squeeze one in, but doing away with that meant replacing the boiler, too. It made sense to crack on and tackle the job, as the house needed a new boiler because the old system couldn’t heat enough water to fill our lovely big bath.
Keeping costs down Our budget was around £5,000 so we got quotes for the labour – we used Checkatrade to find our builder – and then had to make the rest of the budget work for the fixtures and fittings. We shopped around (a lot!) and waited for sales. In fact that saved us around 20% on the toilet and sink. We were lucky that we didn’t need to factor in the cost of a new bath because we were keeping the existing one and we didn’t need to move any other plumbing in the room, which would have been expensive.
Deciding on colour
MONO PRINT.
‘I fell for the tiles as soon as I saw them and they formed the basis for the whole room scheme’
The one thing I wasn’t prepared to compromise on was the colour of the bathroom. I wanted at least one room in the house to be dramatically dark and the bathroom seemed like the perfect space to really go for it. I’m a massive Instagram and Pinterest fan so I trawled through them both looking for inspiring dark-coloured bathrooms, mainly to convince my husband that an inky blue was the way to go! I think that if you’re nervous about using strong colours the bathroom is a good place to start as you can make a real statement,
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inky accents.
‘Painting the door the same dark colour gives the room an edgy twist’
particularly with the great selection of tiles and paint colours out there.
Choosing surfaces
the floor tiles were the first thing i chose – i love them. But we didn’t want to tile the walls fully, as this would’ve pushed up the budget and once tiles are there it’s expensive and difficult to change them. i was keen to find a solution that would last us a good few years. Having looked at lots of ideas we settled on timber panelling, as it was cost-effective and we can change the colour easily with a lick of paint if we want to. it’s also a good way to hide the exposed pipework in the room. we shopped around and sourced it from a local timber merchant, as it had the best prices and we saved a lot on delivery costs – it can pay to buy local! i was really tempted by wallpaper, too, as there are some fabulous statement designs around, but it wouldn’t have been practical with the steam from the shower.
The finer details
one issue we had to address was storage in the bathroom once the water tank cupboard became a shower, as we had nowhere to hide our clutter. a basin with a cupboard beneath solved the problem and we found there was a huge range to choose from in the shops. keeping to a budget meant we had to wait a while for the finishing touches like the artwork and a light we bought. now everything’s finished there’s nothing i would do differently. the best bit of the project was seeing the floor tiles go down, but bargain hunting for all the fittings was satisfying as well. in the end i think we've managed to strike a balance between style and function, without blowing the budget.’
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idea to steal
‘A hinged door is perfect for a shower in an alcove’
BathrooM Makeover
classic. shapes.
‘a feature radiator adds personality to the space’
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PaiNt your bath
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to upcycle a cast-iron or acrylic bath, start by removing any rust or flaked enamel and thoroughly clean the surface. Prepare the area by covering the floor. If you have an acrylic bath, remove the feet or tape them up to protect them and turn upside down to make it easier to paint. rub the surface of the bath with a fine sandpaper and wipe to remove any dust. apply a primer such as Zinsser B-I-N white primer sealer, using at least three coats and lightly sanding between each one. For a matt finish, an eggshell paint is a durable option. apply with a quality paintbrush or small foam roller. apply two to three coats, lightly sanding between each one.
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vibrant touch
Mix & Match.
‘this artwork was meant for another room, but Mark suggested trying it here and it really pops!‘
‘the dark blue shower tiles complement the Moroccan lattice pattern of the floor’
‘Using a dark groUt with the tiles in the shower enclosUre keeps the look cohesive and prevents Unsightly stains’
style at home says… ‘Picking tiles in rich and glossy midnight blue for the shower enclosure makes it feel smart and sophisticated’ decorating editor
Nicky Phillips
Where to buy Emma’s style Melbourne vanity sink unit, £329.99; Georgia traditional toilet, from £119, both Soak. Bertie floor tiles, £26.47sq m, al-Murad tiles. Classic hinged shower screen, £359, Crosswater. Manor House shower tiles, £19.95sq m, walls and floors. Cooke & lewis Brean chrome plated bath mixer tap, £75; Brean 2 lever monobloc basin mixer tap, £57; acova radiator, £210, all B&Q. Home mirror, £25, argos. Sunbathe print, £295, by Steven Quinn, Curious duke Gallery. Panelling, £160, leigh timber Yard. for a similar paint colour, try Hague Blue estate eggshell, £62 for 2.5l, farrow & Ball.
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Why it works
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wall panelling
Emma’s choice:
wall panelling
Enchanted by the Patersons’ smart painted panelling? It’s an easy look to achieve
What are the benefits of panelling? Besides looking fabulous, panelling is a quick-fix solution for uneven, patchy walls. As long as the plaster isn’t blown, and you’ve dealt with any damp, panelling can be popped right over existing walls for an instant neat finish. In the bathroom it makes a warmer alternative to tiles.
Does it have to be made from MDF? Wood is the traditional material used for wall panels but if you’re going for a more modern painted finish, MDF is much better value and is actually a very stable board. In high-moisture environments, like bathrooms, it’s essential to use Moisture
BEST FOR… PERIOD PERFECTION The english panelling Company offers five classical options, plus a bespoke design service – guaranteed to add a touch of grandeur to your walls.
KIT FORM Hare wall panelling has developed a slot-together kit for an easy-fit DiY solution that’s primed ready to paint.
WOOD EFFECT Homebase’s eaSipanel tongue and groove MDF standard wall panel has a wood-grain effect, which gives extra realism to your painted finish.
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Resistant (MR) MDF. Proficiently painted with an eggshell finish, it will cope admirably with splashes, but not total immersion, so don’t use it in the shower.
Can I install it myself? It depends on ability but there are plenty of panelling kits designed specifically for DIYers. These tend to be MDF-based (solid timber requires professional skills/ tools) and can be simply glued onto the walls using a ‘No Nails’ type adhesive. Things can get complicated if there are tricky alcoves and windows to work around so it may be worth hiring a local carpenter or handyman to ensure smart results – try ratedpeople.com.
3 of the best
WAll PANElS NO FUSS
a waterproof core makes this laminate maintenance free. nuance laminate wall panels, in weathered Chalkwood, £90sq m, Bushboard
How high should it be? The top of the panelling should sit either a third or two-thirds of the way up the wall. Dividing the wall in half can make the ceilings feel lower. Do work with existing architectural features – running panelling up to a picture rail is very effective – and think about the height of windows and sanitaryware. Don’t forget to include access panels to any isolation valves or cisterns for plumbing maintenance.
Any tips for a pro look? Most panelling specialists supply matching dado rails, which can be used to hide a multitude of levelling sins, leaving a crisp connection between panelling and wall. Installing skirting on top of panelling will do the same at floor level.
‘Go for panellinG made from moisture resistant mdf at least 9mm thick to achieve a decent-lookinG profile’ JON MADELEY, FOUNDER, THe engliSH panelling COMpanY
MULTI SURFACE
a stone-effect tile for wall and floor. penthouse porcelain tiles in Coal, l100x w50cm, £49sq m, Topps Tiles
EASY FIT
This water-resistant tile alternative is an easy DiY project. Splashwall Star Dust shower panel, l242xw120cm, £164, B&Q
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anelling is a simple way to bring architectural shape to featureless rooms, while protecting walls from the general wear and tear of family life. available in a wide range of mouldings, from subtle tongue and groove to grand period designs, there’s a panelling style to suit every bathroom.
modern eclectic
Buy it
Buy Emma’s style
modern eclectic Update a trad style with bold blue and pops of orange
contrast block colour with a standout pattern, Geo indigo towel, from £5, dunelm
Brighten up a room with a glass shade, opal Grey ceiling pendant lamp, £119, Hurn & Hurn
create a striking shower feature with deep metro dark Blue tile, £30sq m, tile Giant
Pair amber accessories with blue, calm hand wash and hand lotion, £5 each, marks & Spencer
An easy way to introduce a hit of vibrant colour, red orange indoor plant pot, £9.87, Homebase
Bring in character with a quirky print, Warm Welcome, 30x45cm, £14.95, Juniqe
FeAture Michela colling
cool & classic
Keep to a simple style with a round mirror, £79.99, Zara Home
Add plants and natural textures to your bathroom with a macramé tassel plant pot, £20, Asos
Go for timeless finishing details, Holborn lever basin mixer tap, £155, Frontline Bathrooms
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This tour is a wonderful blend of some of the finest sights in northern Italy. See the snow-capped Dolomites, St Mark’s Basilica and Verona, the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet.
See stunning Lake Maggiore, the equally beautiful Lake Como, plus the romantic gem that is Lake Orta, chic Locarno and dramatic Zermatt.
Take a guided tour of wonderfully unique Venice
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Spend the day in the breathtaking Dolomites
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The Sorrento peninsula and the Bay of Naples is simply one of the most beautiful corners of Europe, with its outstanding scenery, tranquillity and sights.
On this wonderfully varied tour we explore Lake Como, one of the most beautiful lakes in the world, plus some stunning icons of northern Italy and Switzerland.
Delve deeper into the mysteries of Pompeii on a guided tour
Take a lake cruise to stunning Bellagio
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Private visit to the enchanting Villa del Balbianello
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Call to book or for a free brochure 01283 523471 or visit www.styriviera.co.uk Prices are based on two people sharing and are correct at time of print. Single supplements may apply. This holiday is operated by and subject to booking conditions of Riviera Travel, ABTA V4744 ATOL 3430 protected. Subject to availability. Additional entrance costs may apply. Images used in conjunction with Riviera Travel. For further information please write to Riviera Travel, New Manor, 328 Wetmore Road, Burton upon Trent, Staffs, DE14 1SP. *Stays at the Hotel Mediterraneo are on a bed-and-breakfast basis.
INsIDe eat, try & do!
great stuff to
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diy tRicks
STRAWBERRY & MASCARPONE TART takes 1hr, plus chIllINg serves 8 300g shortcrust pastry 500g mascarpone 75ml double cream 2tsp vanilla extract 750g strawberries, hulled and quartered Small mint leaves, to serve
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Preheat the oven to 180°C/Fan 160°C/Gas 4. Use the pastry to line a 20cm greased, loose-based flan tin, leaving an overhang. Chill in the fridge for 15min, line with foil
and baking beans, then bake blind for 20min. Remove the foil and beans, then bake for a further 5-10min until lightly browned. Trim the edges and leave to cool. Mix together the mascarpone, cream and vanilla. Spoon into the case and spread evenly. Arrange the strawberries on top and sprinkle over the mint leaves. Serve immediately.
p106 Make a fragrant wreath
p105 letter crafts
p110 kids’ party food
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Find a smart
SOLuTION This month, boost your home’s kerb appeal, grow your own indoors and fit new blinds in a flash
Smarten up your sills for summer Cheer up your home’s exterior with Bay & Box’s window boxes that come in four neutral shades (black, white, light and dark grey) and two lengths (40cm and 80cm). Made from clay fibre that doesn’t discolour or rust, they suit both traditional and contemporary homes – there’s even a range of matching planters if you want to co-ordinate the look in your garden. Hampstead lead window box, large, £85; small, £40, Bay & Box
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Homes for BIrDs, Bees & BuTTerflIes
Give your garden’s pollinators a helping hand bEsT foR bEEs
flIp ouT
Pop this pretty house near a bee-attracting plant. Garden Bee House, £13.75, The Farthing
GroW Your oWn WITH IKeA
Designer Tom Dixon, together with Ikea, will be transforming a corner of the Chelsea Flower Show with a grow-yourown-at-home–style garden. To support this, Ikea has a range of products, starting with this genius plant holder with built-in light – great for herbs. Bittergurka plant holder with cultivation bulb, £35, Ikea.
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Make your garden a butterfly haven. Wooden Butterfly house & feeder, £32, Laura Ashley
smaRT pad
This neat little box is perfect for smaller birds. Blue Tit box, £9.99, Waitrose Garden
fROm Stick-On lABelS tO Old SellOtApe GUm, tHiS cleveR cleAneR RemOveS tHem All. StickY StUff RemOveR, £3.99 fOR 250ml, lAkelAnd
Do it
TIMe AT HOMe
Spend less time doing the dishes
Beko’s new wi-fi-connected AutoDose machine is a gamechanger. Fill it with detergent once a month and it adds a little every wash. Operate it remotely via Alexa and it will order more detergent via Amazon when you run low. Beko AutoDose connected dishwasher, £399, AO.com or Currys
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CHIC room sCreens
For hiding or dividing mInImal modE
Sjalvstandig room divider, £35, Ikea
supER sunRay
Gabrio screen, £144, Maisons du Monde
PICK A PosH PeT BeD
Dogs and cats? We love them. Their tatty, fur-covered beds? Less so. So if you’re looking to upgrade to something that will last for years, check out Cox & Cox’s new range. Made from rattan, they come in two styles – a cool cocoon and a super-cute pet house (in two sizes) – both with removable, washable cushions. Rattan pet house in small, £175, Cox & Cox.
HAS YOUR BARBecUe Seen BetteR dAYS? Give it A SpRUce Up in time fOR SUmmeR BY SpRAYinG it witH RUSt-OleUm StOve & BBQ pAint (£9, B&Q)
WAsH & WATer
Bloomingville room screen, £169, An Artful Life
Unlock your front door with your phone nuki’s keyless way of unlocking the door makes it easy to get in the house when you’re laden with shopping by using your phone. You simply walk up to your front door (with your phone in your pocket or handbag) and it will unlock. Brilliant for teens who are in the habit of losing their keys (and strangely, not their phone…). Nuki Smart Lock 2.0, £200, Nuki
The new cordless Bosch Fontus is so much more than a pressure washer. With 12 settings, a 15L water tank and rechargeable battery, it’ll clean grime off decking, garden furniture, windows, and even water your plants. Fontus, £269.99, Bosch.
FeATuRe ginevrA BeneDetti
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fIT A neW BlInD In seConDs
Bloc Blinds has introduced a brilliant new design, perfect if you fancy a new look in a flash. The Fabric Changer lets you change a blind’s fabric without removing the roller bar from the window. Hook-onhook fixings mean you unroll the blind, unhook it and simply hook on a new one. Designer Collection blind with Fabric Changer, from £55, Bloc Blinds.
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The 10-minute
DeCLUtteR
Get the place tidy in a flash with these speedy tips and handy buys
KEEP IT FRESH
Store your fruit in this stylish wire bowl so it lasts longer. Wire bowl with wooden base, £5, Primark
bOX CLEVER
Squeeze this natty unit under the eaves or beneath a staircase. Step Cube storage unit, £44.99, Studio.co.uk
bOOK UP
Get the kids to store their favourite books on this neat display shelf. made essentials Spark shelving, £79, made.com
Ready,steady,sort! AUDIT YOUR FREEZER Clear it out, binning anything unlabelled or unrecognisable and make an inventory of the contents. SORT THROUGH THE KIDS’ TOYS Ask them to tidy their stuff, donating at least three unused toys to charity.
IN YOUR FACE
have this sassy basket on hand for quick clear-ups or for storing bits and bobs. metallic belly basket, £18, Next home
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ON THE WIRE
Never lose important notes, letters and receipts again. Green wire memo board, £10, argos
HANG TOUGH
Keep summer jackets or shopping bags organised in the hall. tankvard hook, £5, ikea
STUFF STASHER
Quickly clear your garden of clutter when friends visit. Bembo garden storage box, £109, B&Q
FeatURe GINEVRA BENEDETTI
STYLE FILE
Stash your stapler, paper clips and spare pens into this smart set. Desk drawers, £10, George home
ORGANISE ‘THAT’ DRAWER You know the drawer where you keep spare batteries, fuses, light bulbs, etc..? Clear the lot out, buy a box to store it, label, and put in the shed or garage.
time at home
Easy as ABC!
We tend to take the beauty of letters for granted as they are everywhere we look; however, in her new book, Letter Crafts (12.99, Cico Books), Clare Youngs celebrates their diversity by showing how to use different typefaces to create stylish home decorations. There are 35 makes to try, with step-by-step instructions and techniques including paper craft, printing, fabric and mixed media. Initials are ideal for personalised pieces – these neat cutout notebooks make fabulous gifts.
make personalised notebooks using colourful papers and a craft knife
Rainbow bRight Washi tape £3 for four, Neon Sheep
washi Tapes Metallic touch
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The big show
make it
yourself Check out a great new book, must-have materials and an unmissable event
3 of the best
rifle Paper Co Garden Party tape, £12 for three, Papermash
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Botanical Bliss tape, £5 for four, hobbycraft
Head to Birmingham’s NEC from 28-30 June for the ultimate crafting event. The Creative Craft Show is a buzzing hub for knitting, stitching, paper crafting, jewellery, dressmaking and more, offering a one-stop shop for the latest tools and supplies. There will be plenty of industry experts on hand to offer advice and like-minded makers to share ideas with, alongside Make and Take taster sessions. You’re sure to leave bubbling with inspiration and a newly replenished stash. Book tickets at ichfevents.co.uk.
origami matt wall clock, £49.99, Wayfair
Try your hand aT... origami
The ancient art of paper folding is associated with Japan, but is now a global phenomenon and has also inspired a host of homeware designs, with everything from ceramic pots to plastic accessories taking on its folded forms. It’s easy to get started – all you need is a sheet of paper! Double-sided origami paper packs are available from craft shops or choose a kit that includes how-tos on traditional shapes such as sailboats or cranes, before moving on to garlands, lampshades and even clocks.
5 minute origami set, £7, tate Shop
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Time aT home
Make a fragrant
ThYme WReaTh
This month, author Emma Hardy shows us how to make a scented wreath
Pick fresh thyme leaves for cooking!
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his seasonal wreath is deceptively easy to make and creates a pretty feature for a party. Welcome guests with the heady scent of fresh herbs and flowers. YOU WILL NEED
Sheet moss Wire wreath base, Dia40cm Potting mix Fine copper wire Selection of lobularia and thyme plants hook, for hanging Galvanized wire, 1mm diameter
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Cover the wreath with moss Soak the root balls of all the plants in water for 10min. Lay pieces of moss on a table in a circular shape, with the green mossy side facing down. Place the wreath base on top of the moss and add more moss to cover both sides of the base.
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Bind with Copper wire Push the end of the roll of copper wire under the wreath and twist it around itself a few times to keep it firmly in place. Wrap lengths of copper wire around the wreath, folding the moss over as you do so, to cover the base. Keep wrapping until the whole wreath is bound with moss.
Take The wreaTh down and give iT a soaking every few days or daily in hoT weaTher
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Wreath essentials
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insert the plants Remove a plant from its pot and make it smaller by pulling away some of the potting mix from the root ball. Make a small hole in the moss on the wreath and push the roots of the plant inside. Thyme is pretty tough, so don’t worry too much about damaging the roots. Add more plants until the whole wreath is covered. As the plants grow, they will fill in any gaps.
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water and hang up Water the wreath and don’t allow it to dry out. Hang from the hook with galvanised wire.
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Full CirCle
‘ensure you buy enough plants to cover the wreath base — to make this wreath i used eight thyme plants and eight lobularias in a mix of colours.’
wrapped up
Flat wire ring, £12.38 (pack of 20), oasis home & hobby
Syneco 50g copper wire coil, £1, homebase
super greens Gardman fresh sphagnum moss, £10.91, amazon
FeaTURe STePHAnie DuRRAnT PhoToGRaPh Debbie PATTeRSon PRojecT fRoM Small Summer GardenS by eMMA HARDy (£14.99, cico booKS)
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add the soil Water the potting mix so it’s moist, but not soaking. Put handfuls of potting mix on top of the wreath, working your way around.
time at home
Make your decor sparkle
Wall: rust-oleum Glitter ultra Shimmer rose; bunting: Glitter ultra Shimmer Silver, both £11 for 250ml, homebase
add some razzle-dazzle to your decor with the help of rust-oleum’s new interior glitter paint range. Depending on whether you’re looking for a tamed twinkle or striking statement, you can glam up everything from walls to furniture with Glitter Subtle, medium or ultra Shimmer in silver, gold and rose. Subtle Shimmer is a clever glitter additive – just mix into any emulsion for a hint of sparkle, while the handy ultra Shimmer aerosols are perfect for smaller projects.
3 of the bestÉ
Temporary ouTdoor fixings stay put
For interior or exterior use, these strips work best on flat surfaces. uniBond No more Nails removable Strips, £5.50, Wilko
Do it
yourself
The latest need-to-knows to help you improve your home Natural walling slips, from £57sq m, Bradstone
Feature Stephanie Durrant
Refresh garden walls Smarten up weathered garden walls in time for summer with Bradstone’s easy-to-install natural stone walling slips. Simply add Bradbond walling adhesive to stick the Z-shaped panels to any structurally sound brick or concrete backing wall. Perfect for giving your outdoor space an instant refresh, there are five shades to choose from, including natural sandstone and natural slate.
damage-free accessories
Love it
hang on
ideal for attaching garden lights without damaging paint or wood. 3m Command outdoor decorating clips, £4, B&Q
curve appeal
S hooks are perfect for hanging planters and the zinc finish resists corrosion. Zinc-plated S hooks, five-pack, £2.49, Wickes
tesa Power.Kit adhesive bathroom accessories, from £9.09, amazon
Bathroom storage can be a real head scratcher, especially in rented homes, and drilling into tiles can make even the most confident DiYer uneasy. Swap the screws for tesa’s no-drill bathroom accessories; the self-adhesive range includes a glass shelf, towel hook, shower corner caddy, toilet roll holder and towel ring. the Power.Kit glue dries in 12 hours and provides residue-free removal on surfaces including tiles, glass and wood. When it comes to moving, simply remove with no damage and take with you!
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How to
RePaiR YoUR teCh
Forked out a fortune on a phone and smashed the screen? Kids bashed the telly and it’s on the blink? Here’s how to fix your kit…
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rom coffee cups to last year’s laptop, there’s no escaping the fact we live in a throwaway society, and although prices have dropped, making it tempting to simply buy new if something breaks, you can try to repair your appliances instead.
My TV has broken, given how cheap they are, is it worth getting it fixed? If your TV is more than eight years old, it is probably not worth repairing. Repairing an old-fashioned CRT television (boxy, not flatscreen) is hugely expensive these days. Modern sets can often be repaired – like a computer, parts can be swapped in and out – so call a local repair shop or the manufacturer for a quote. You may also be able to see what the fault is via the service/fault menu screen.
What if something breaks when it’s new?
How can I guarantee my stuff won’t break in the first place? It’s impossible to know whether an appliance will last for decades or not, but investing in a high-quality item usually ensures it will give you many years of service. One great example is Dualit’s Classic toaster – it may be expensive, but it can be easily repaired, and the company actually sells replacement elements and timers, so your investment should last decades. For more investment buys, check out buymeonce.com.
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BUY ANYTHING OVER £100 ON A CREDIT CARD.YOUR CARD COMPANY OFFERS FREE PURCHASE PROTECTION IF THE ITEM IS FAULTY, THE COMPANY WON’T FIX IT, OR IT GOES BUST BEFORE DELIVERY I’ve smashed yet another phone screen, where should I get it fixed? a cracked screen is not covered by a standard warranty, but lots of high street and online shops specialise in screen repairs (try Geek Squad for official repairs). Steer clear of unofficial thirdparty repair shops, however cheap, to avoid invalidating your warranty.
What about DIY repairs? That depends whether you’re handy with a toolkit (or tiny screwdriver) and don’t mind possibly invalidating your warranty. You’ll find hundreds of YouTube videos
and repair guides online, such as ifixit.com, which has step-by-step instructions for replacing everything from smartphone batteries to upgrading laptop memory.
Is gadget insurance worth it? If you’re prone to losing things, it might be an idea. Cover for a bundle of gadgets (satnav, camera, headphones) costs from £40 a year, but more expensive items, like a laptop, cost £100-150. Check your home insurance as some policies include gadget cover. For mobile phones, expect to pay £70-150 per year, plus around £100 excess, but do check your bank account as many lenders offer phone insurance as a freebie.
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You can ask the retailer for a repair or refund, but only within the first 30 days of purchase. If it breaks within the first six months, and the retailer can’t prove that it wasn’t faulty at the point of sale, you’re entitled to a free repair or replacement. If they refuse, contact Trading Standards. Faults that occur after six months of use, provided you’re still under warranty, can be handled by either the retailer or manufacturer.
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Buy it
Pimp your burger! As part of its new summer ranges, Asda has launched a genius new burger that has us thinking ‘why did we never think of this before?!’ Called the Donut Burger, it’s pretty much everything you want a quality beef, pre-prepared whackon-the-barbecueburger to be, except the addition (or omission?) of the hole in the middle allows you to be a bit creative with your fillings. Try it with an egg, chopped jalapeños, a dollop of crushed avocado… the choice is yours…
CHEAT’S EATS!
Donut burger, £2 for a pack of two, asda
Supermarket
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The tastiest treats, speediest meals and coolest kit in your trolley this month
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Move over tofu, there’s a new meat alternative in town! Jackfruit seems to be EVERYWHERE right now. It’s not particularly high in protein but the texture when cooked is just like meat. Waitrose & Partners has introduced several dishes with this new ingredient but our fave by far is this biryani. Lightly spiced rice with jackfruit, veg and fried onions in a tomato and mint sauce, It’s the perfect meal for one and is ready to eat in less than four minutes. Vegetarian Jackfruit Biryani, £3.99, Waitrose & Partners
Try a new quickcook Itsu kit The Asian-inspired takeaway restaurant has already launched a number of supermarket home-cook dishes, and a new kitchen cupboard range has hit the shelves at Tesco. Three new meal kits – Teriyaki Chicken, Chilli Sesame Tofu and Miso Salmon – come with rice, sauces and garnish to help you create a delicious dish for two. Just add cooking oil, protein and veg, and your restaurant-quality meal is ready in a flash. itsu meal kits, £3.99 each, tesco
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ELDERFLOWER DRIZZLE CAKE Takes 45min, plus cooling serves 12
225g butter, softened 225g caster sugar 4 eggs, lightly beaten 2tbsp milk 225g self-raising flour FOR THE FILLING 300ml double cream 3tbsp elderflower cordial 2tbsp icing sugar 4tbsp gooseberry jam FOR THE TOPPING 225g icing sugar, sifted 6tbsp elderflower cordial Edible flowers
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Preheat oven to 180°C/Fan 160°C/ Gas 4. Line and grease 3x20cm cake tins. Cream the butter and sugar together until soft, add the eggs and milk, then fold in the flour.
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Divide the mixture between the tins. Bake for 20min, or until risen and springy to the touch. Leave to cool in the tin for 5min, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool. To make the filling, whip the cream with the cordial and icing sugar. Put the bottom cake onto a plate, spread with half the jam and top with half the cream. Repeat with the next layer before adding the final cake on top. Make the topping by mixing the icing sugar with the cordial and pour it on top, letting it spill over the edges. Add flowers and serve.
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PARMESAN CHICKEN GOUJONS Takes 1hr serves 4 4 chicken breasts, cut into strips 5tbsp plain flour, seasoned 2 eggs 150g Parmesan, grated 2tbsp olive oil Cucumber and tomato slices FOR THE TOMATO SAUCE 200g cherry tomatoes 4 garlic cloves 1tbsp olive oil Pinch sugar
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Preheat oven to 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas 6. To make the sauce, put the tomatoes and garlic on a baking tray with the oil and roast for 30min. Squeeze the soft garlic from its skin, then whizz in a blender with the tomatoes and sugar. Dust the chicken strips in flour, dip in the egg and coat with Parmesan, then lay on a plate. Heat a pan with the oil and fry the goujons for 3min on each side until golden and crisp and the chicken is cooked through. Serve with the tomato sauce and salad.
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‘kids will enjoy helping make these mini burgers. use wet hands to shape the patties’
CAJUNTURKEYSLIDERS Takes 30min makes 12
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1 small onion, 1kg turkey mince grated 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1tbsp Cajun seasoning 1tbsp olive oil 6 rashers of bacon 12 mini slider rolls 6tsp mayonnaise 2 little gem lettuces, leaves separated 6tsp chilli jam or chilli ketchup 2 tomatoes, sliced 2 avocados, sliced
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Put the mince, onion, garlic and Cajun seasoning in a bowl, season and mix together. Shape into 12 mini burgers. Brush with oil and grill for 5min, turn, put bacon under the grill and cook together for a further 10min. Lightly toast the rolls. Spread with mayonnaise and top each one with lettuce. Layer on the burgers, spread with chilli jam or ketchup and pile on the tomatoes, avocados and bacon. Sandwich together with the roll lids and secure with a cocktail stick.
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CHICKEN LOLLIPOPS WITH PIZZA BREAD
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Takes 30min serves 4 500g chicken thighs, cut into chunks Zest ½ lemon 1tbsp mayonnaise 2tbsp fresh breadcrumbs 2tbsp green pitted olives Small handful basil Oil FOR THE PIZZA BREAD 2x220g The Northern Dough Company frozen pizza dough, defrosted 4tbsp tomato pasta sauce 250g mozzarella, torn
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Preheat the oven to 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas 6. Whizz the chicken, zest, mayonnaise, breadcrumbs, olives and basil with black pepper in a processor. Form into 12 balls around skewers. Brush with oil and brown in a non-stick pan. Transfer to a tray lined with baking paper and cook in the oven for 10min. Roll out the pizza dough, top with the sauce and mozzarella. Transfer to a baking tray and bake for 10min. Serve with crunchy salad and the chicken lollipops.
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CHEESY CHORIZO POTATO SKINS Takes 1hr 20min makes 8 6 medium potatoes, pricked all over 250g cooking chorizo, sliced 1 large red onion, sliced 25g butter 175g Cheddar or Manchego cheese, grated
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Preheat oven to 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas 6. Bake the potatoes on a tray for 1hr. Cool slightly, then cut each potato in half. Heat a non-stick pan and fry the chorizo over medium heat until it releases fat. Add the onion and cook for a further 5min. Scoop out the potato and put in a bowl. Brush 8 of the skins with oil and transfer to a muffin tin. Crisp these up in the oven. Mash the potato with the butter and two-thirds of the cheese. Season with black pepper, then add chorizo and onion. Remove skins from the oven and divide the filling between them, sprinkle with remaining cheese and cook for 10-15min.
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STAR SANDWICHES Takes 15min makes 16 (8 of each) FOR THE HAM AND TOMATO STARS 3-4tbsp 8 thin slices of white bread, tomato ketchup 4 slices ham 1-2 cherry tomatoes FOR THE CREAM CHEESE AND MARMITE STARS 180g cream cheese 8 thin slices of brown bread Marmite Snipped chives
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For the ham and tomato stars, spread 4 slices of white bread with half the ketchup. Top each with a slice of ham. Using a small star-shaped cutter, cut a star out of the centre of remaining slices of bread and spread over remaining ketchup. Place these ketchup-side down on top of the ham. Using a large star-shaped cutter, cut out sandwich. Place a slice of cherry tomato in centre of each sandwich. For the cream cheese and Marmite sandwiches, spread cream cheese over 4 slices of brown bread. Cut small stars out from the remaining slices of bread and spread the rest of the slice with Marmite. Sandwich the bread together, with the Marmite side against the cream cheese and use the larger cutter to stamp out star shapes. Sprinkle chives in the centre.
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STRAWBERRY LOLLIES
Takes 10min, plus freezing Time serves 6-8
150g strawberries 90g caster sugar 1tsp vanilla extract 500g low-fat natural yogurt 100g white chocolate, melted 60g hundreds and thousands
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Put the strawberries, caster sugar and vanilla extract in a bowl. Crush the fruit with a fork
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until broken up and the sugar has dissolved. Add the yogurt. Pour into a jug, then into 6 or 8 ice lolly moulds and freeze. Once frozen, ease the lollies out of the moulds, dip in melted white chocolate, then in the hundreds and thousands. Serve once they have set.
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CRISPY CRUMBED FISH BITES Takes 30min serves 4
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Juice ½ lemon 250g white fish fillets, chopped into pieces 60g dried breadcrumbs 60g polenta Pinch of paprika 1 egg, beaten 2tbsp olive oil Oven chips, to serve
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Preheat the oven to 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas 6. Squeeze lemon juice over the fish pieces. Mix together the dried breadcrumbs, polenta and paprika. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Take a piece of fish and dip it in the beaten egg, then roll in the breadcrumbs. Repeat the process until all the fish pieces are coated. Place the fish pieces on a non-stick baking sheet and drizzle with a little olive oil. Bake the coated fish pieces in the oven for 15-20min, turning halfway, until cooked through. Serve with oven chips.
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Takes 25min serves 4 2tbsp olive oil ½ small red onion, diced 1 green pepper, chopped 350g boiled potatoes, cooled 6 eggs, beaten 120g Wensleydale cheese with cranberries, crumbled 120g Brie, sliced Few sage leaves (optional) Mixed salad, to serve
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Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan. Add the red onion and green pepper, and fry for 6min until they have softened. Add the boiled potatoes and cook for a further few minutes to heat them through. Pour in the beaten eggs and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook the egg mixture for 5min, and preheat the grill. Top the egg mixture with the Wensleydale and Brie, plus a few sage leaves, if using, then place under the grill for a few minutes until the top turns golden. Serve with a mixed salad.
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