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.
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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!
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.
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!
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!
IS CARPET FASHIONABLE AGAIN?
Wooden floors have ruled for such a long time, haven't they? Carpets have been in the style wilderness for years. But I am seeing a comeback. Yes, really, carpet is coming back into fashion. Rejoice, comfort lovers!
EASY UPDATES FOR A GLAMOROUS GARDEN
Remember those freaky sunny days we had back in April and then the gorgeous weather for the early May bank holiday? Wasn't it amazing? It's spurred me on to smarten up our back garden a bit and I’m planning a glamorous makeover. Have a look at the quick and easy updates I’m hoping will take my garden from drab to glamour-fab.
ATTENDING A DESIGN FAIR FOR THE FIRST TIME
For one reason or another, I haven't ever been around to attend the London Design Festival. This September was my first chance and although I was really looking forward to it, I was also a tiny bit apprehensive. Some of this stuff is for 'the trade' isn't it? Would I be seen as a time-wasting outsider? Would I stand out a mile among all these creative types?
3 BOLD DECORATORS AND THEIR LONDON HOMES
I love to see inside other people’s houses. I think I’m just nosy but it’s also a brilliant way to get decorating ideas. The London homes of these three talented women are incredible.
9 SIGNS YOU'RE READY FOR DARK PAINT
Decorating with dark paint is quite a scary move. Yes, you can re-decorate if it turns out not to be for you, but who wants the hassle and cost of that? Err, not me! I knew deep down that dark paint was something that I just had to try. If you recognise these signs, perhaps it’s time you took the plunge…