The wishlist

Sunset strip

Carpetright is cheering up our winter days with its new styles for 2023. If you’re not sure about taking the leap with bold colours on your wall, how about using them on your floor instead? This stunning golden carpet is a perfect accompaniment to subtler paint shades, like putty pink and white. Or, if you want to dip your toe into some patterned décor, there’s this soothing yet stimulating blue vinyl design – lovely for hallways, kitchens and home offices. Check out the new looks at carpetright.co.uk.

Edmonton twist carpet in Old Gold Plain, £31.99 per sq m

Roma Evora 525 Blue vinyl, £36.99 per sq m

The Wishlist

Welcome to our edit of the latest collections, collaborations and releases. Here’s what we’re excited about this month...

S CA N M E t o c h e c k o u t m o re o f o u r f a v o u r i t e eco paints at yo u r h o m e s t y l e .u k

WE ARE LOVING ...G i f t W i l d

A proudly plastic-free company, Gift Wild is a one-stop shop for thoughtful pressies and homeware treats for climate-conscious shoppers. You can bag yourself cushion covers, art prints, notebooks and cards, all at reasonable price points and, as 10 per cent of each sale goes towards conservation projects, you can support nature in the process. We particularly love the cushion covers, made from organic cotton. giftwild.co.uk

Organic cotton swift cushion cover, £19.99

One coat wonder Linseed paint is set to be a new staple in the decorating world, thanks to Leeds-based brand Brouns & Co spearheading its manufacture in the UK. Traditionally used in Scandinavia, linseed paint has incredible durability, so much so that original coats of the paint have survived on houses more than 500 years old! It’s particularly good for exteriors due to its weatherproofing properties; preventing wood from rotting, iron from rusting and plaster from crumbling. Available in 42 timeless chalky matt colours, Brouns & Co’s range is suitable for indoor and out, and while it’s a bit pricier than your average emulsion, it comes with multiple lifetime guarantees and all natural ingredients, plus you don’t need to apply a primer or undercoat. Prices start at £49.50 for 1L, from linseedpaint.com.

Want to freshen up your walls without a full repaint? Fiona Howard’s wallpaper borders are a quick way of switching up your interiors without compromising on style or quality.

Place them around a door frame, dado rail or above wood panelling to add an instant statement. There’s a range of patterns to choose from, including bold mid-century style shapes perfect for modern homes, and intricate landscape scenes – ideal for period houses. Each 5m roll is made up of lino block printed designs, using eco-friendly inks on sustainable paper, and with each purchase a tree is planted in conjunction with the charity One Tree Planted. From £22 per roll, fionahoward.com.

s a v e v s s p l u r g e

Tortoise table lamp, £32, Homebase LUXE GLAM

Sway wallpaper border in Tomato, £22 per roll, Fiona Howard

M e e t t h e m a ke r :

Plop Pottery

‘Hi! I’m Scarlett, the maker behind Plop Pottery. Plop came about through my love of ceramics and the realisation that people wanted to buy my unique pieces. I find inspiration through creative play and exploration. My cobalt striped butter dish, for example, was born from experimenting with layering coloured stripes. I’ve lived in rentals for a long time, so conjuring up ideas for my dream home is a favourite pastime too! My ideal space would definitely swing towards maximalism; I dream of bold colours and patterns. I especially value items that hold memories and tell a story. Owning a one-off, handmade piece really does feel special, and when it’s gifted, it’s all the better!’ Shop Scarlett’s ceramics on the Narchie app, @ploppottery.

Ceramics, from £18, Plop Pottery

SHOP SMALL BUDGET CHIC

Tall tortoiseshell glass table lamp, £295, OKA

Like a pro

Love the effortless look when it comes to interiors? Abigail Ahern, the queen of laid-back cool, has got you covered. Her new book

Masterclass has everything you need to know when starting out on your home décor journey, from lighting tips to furniture placement (it appears we’ve been positioning our sofas wrong!). She even has renting remedies too. It’s out now from Pavilion Books, priced £35.

Scarlett of Plop Pottery. Shop her pieces on the Narchie app