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Home & Garden FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

POTS FOR THE WIN OUTDOOR OVERHAUL

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NEWS FEATURE

POTS ARE THE ANSWER MAKE A SUBTLE CHANGE TO YOUR HOME The days are getting warmer, which means it is time to give your outdoor areas some love after the cold winter. Horticulturalist and TV Presenter, Melissa King says the secret to sprucing up your home and garden for spring lies in the little touches that keep your look up to date with the latest trends.

Pots are a great way of adding a unique touch to any home, and Northcote Pottery carries a wide variety to choose from including new ranges for the new season.

With numerous designs, colours, and materials, there are endless options to make a design statement.

Here Melissa gives her advice for getting this season’s must have styles.

“POTS ARE A GREAT WAY OF ADDING A UNIQUE TOUCH TO ANY HOME”

Trend 1: Hamptons Vacation Home Australia has fallen in love with the coastal elegance of the Hamptons look. The bright and airy feel created by the style’s signature colours of whites, greys and blues conjures up images of sitting by the shore and enjoying the sea breeze with a glass of champagne in hand. Pots are a great way to Friday, September 27, 2019

accent your garden with these must have hues. Northcote Pottery’s new Clio Ceramic Range (from $9.95 RRP) makes the perfect addition to your indoor or outdoor space, with its smooth, glossy finish available in various blue and white tones.

For added interest, complement your standing pots with the Clio Ravi Hanging Planters (from $39.95 RRP). Hanging planters are a great option for those who want lush greenery in their homes but do not want to take up any extra floor space. Dress up a corner of your home with planters of varying lengths and with different types of plants for a natural feel. Opt for planters in different shades of greys and whites and feature natural rope, this will pair with jute rugs, a Hamptons staple.

Trend 2: Natural Materials (pictured) Dulux recently announced its colour palate trends for the coming year and natural tone (and materials) remain a must this season. This year, give your home a modern twist by juxtaposing natural materials with geometric shapes and contrasting metals.

Doing so will retain your home’s inviting nature whilst making a distinct design statement. Northcote Pottery’s new Clyde Garden Range (from $10.95 RRP) carries an array of interesting metals and patterns, sure to bring a touch of personality to any space.

Northcote Pottery’s Clio Arlo Wicker Stands (from $69.95 RRP) feature natural materials and finishes that blend seamlessly with lush greens, giving

any indoor space a breath of life. Northcote Pottery carries a range of wicker stands in varying colours, shapes and sizes that you can mix and match to create different layers in your potted displays and give your home a natural, effortless look.

Trend 3: Layering Textures If you’re the type to shy away from bold colours, then texture is where you can have a little fun. Inject some character into a neutral palette with the use of different shapes and patterns, placed side by side. Northcote Pottery’s new RelicLite (from $29.95 RRP) range includes naturally textured pots in varying hues that go beautifully together.

If done right, textures are able to add just the right amount of interest to an otherwise plain area.

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SIMON’S HOUSE

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I have always tried to be energy conscience but after receiving my electricity bill this week, I think I will definitely be re- evaluating my energy savings plan. There are lots of little things we can all do that will make our homes more efficient as well as cost effective.

One easy way is to turn the dial on your washing machine to COLD. Up to 80 per cent of the energy used by the machine goes into heating the water. The higher the temperature of the water, the more electricity you are running.

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Using an efficient microwave uses 50 to 65 per cent less energy than a conventional oven. Cooking times are less, resulting in lower energy costs! There is also the added benefit of not heating up your kitchen.

Having the right pool cover can have many benefits. Not only can it help to retain heat, it can also keep out leaves and other debris.

Be sure and run your pool filter during off peak.

Weather stripping is essential to prevent outside air from getting into your home. Seal doorways and windows and you will save loads of money on cooling and heating costs. You will also keep dust and bugs out too!

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