Decorating your bedroom is a brilliant chance to create your own little retreat from the world. The colour you paint the walls will play a big part in the atmosphere you achieve, but how do you make the right colour decision?
SEVEN STAND-OUT PIECES FROM SWOON
Have you checked out Swoon lately? Their new designs are sizzling! I’m talking head-turning, statement-making pieces of furniture with details in brass, marble and velvet. Swoon indeed.
TOP THREE STATEMENT WALLPAPER TRENDS FOR 2019
It’s the year of maximalism and wallpaper is back. The trend is for statement prints that instantly transform rooms. White walls be gone!
WHAT'S IT LIKE TO STUDY INTERIOR DESIGN?
I’ve started studying for an interior design qualification and I’m loving it. But I’ve had a few reality checks in my first couple of weeks. If you’re thinking about starting an interior design course, you need to read this.
HOW TO DECORATE WITH BROWN PAINT
Brown interiors are tipped for big things and after using brown paint in my bedroom, I’m a fan. It’s way more appealing than you might think at first, and really versatile too. Read on to discover what the hype is about.
THE FIVE FOUNDATIONS OF EVERY STYLISH HOME
Hands up if you want a super stylish home. Hands up if you can’t do it all at once. Yep, that’s most of us! This post gives you the five areas to focus on first to lay those style foundations.
HOW TO DESIGN A YOUNG GIRL'S BEDROOM
Designing a bedroom for a young girl means the pressure is on. It’s no longer a case of simply pleasing yourself. It has to be a hit with her. I’m going through this right now, designing a bedroom for my daughter and I have a process in place that has got me feeling pretty confident about it.
DO CEILINGS HAVE TO BE WHITE?
Painting ceilings white is the traditional way to go, but it isn’t the only option. Find out how painting your ceiling with colour can earn you style points, despite what your decorator, builder or great Aunt Mable might have to say!
CHOOSING A COLOUR SCHEME WHEN YOU'RE TOTALLY STUCK
It’s decision time: you’re redecorating and need to pick out colours. Exciting! But, what happens if you haven’t got a clue where to start? I have three easy tips to help you on your way to creating the perfect colour scheme for you.
WHERE TO SHOP FOR BOLD INTERIORS
It can be slim pickings shopping for bold interiors. If you’ve set your heart on a daring and personality-packed home, I have a list of go-to sources that will solve your interiors dilemmas. These guys have bold and daring décor in spades.
NOT EVERY GREAT DECORATOR IS BORN THAT WAY (PHEW!)
Looking at designers at the top of their game can be intimidating. They make it look so easy and if you’re struggling it can be tempting to throw in the decorating towel or even not begin. But have they always been so amazing? Might they sometimes make mistakes too? Read on for reassurance!
AN EASY WAY TO POSITION FURNITURE
There are lots of rules for positioning furniture, but sometimes all you need is a quick fix. Step forward an easy peasy trick that takes five minutes and makes a big difference to how stylish a room feels.