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are bursting with unique and characterful
ways to help you make a home that feels
just right for you. So get ready to be
inspired by hundreds of brilliant ideas
and practical tips - we'll be your trusty
sidekick for your next project, whether
it's a quick room makeover or a full house reno!
This month, our real homes were all
transformed top-to-bottom by savvy
homeowners with creative flair.
Our cover star Jessica filled
her Victorian terrace with
fresh, joyful hues (p62),
while interior designer Tarah
unleashed a daring decor
vision on her home, for a
look that's a riot of pattern
and colour (p82).
Ever wondered how
interior designers are able
to choose the perfect colour
for any room? We reveal their
secrets so you can be as bold, or as subtle, as
you like on page 29. Find playful ways to add
pattern to your kitchen on page
52. And don't miss our guide to
injecting character into your
home on page 94 - whatever
your property's age, it can glow
with personality and charm.
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CONTENTS
IN THIS ISSUE...
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06 This month we love Spring lighting,
glass vases and stencils, plus Laura
Ashley's new collection at Next and
YesColours' mellow paint range
13	Household hints How to save water
around the home, the best floor
cleaners, plus our decorating to-do list
19	In the know We share the latest ideas
and advice to save you money, from
bargain-hunting to financial support
20	Focus on How to decorate your home
without breaking the bank

42 'A bargain bookcase hack made all
the difference' Instagram inspired
Salma to create her own bespoke
cabinetry and transform her living room
62 'We've got every detail exactly
how we want it' Jessica decorated her
home by the sea with a peachy colour
scheme that flows throughout
72 'I love schemes brought to life
with texture' After completing a large
renovation project, Lisa has brought
earthy tones to her forever home
82 'Every room is now a riot of
colour and pattern' Tarah turned
a bland suburban home into a
maximalistic masterpiece
29
24 Spotlight on The return of Shabby chic,
but this time with a French twist
® Ultimate guide to colour Where
the sunlight enters your room can have a
real impact on how it looks
ffi 12 of the hottest floor fillers
Showstopping carpets, tiles and rugs to
make your floor pop
38
45 Steal Salma's style Find something
stylish to put your feet on, plus how to
add extra detail to your shelves
70 Steal Jessica's style Let's go the beach
with warm peachy hues, plus create your
own colourful lighting look
80 Steal Lisa's style Add earthy neutrals
in a variety of textures, plus make your
own bathroom table
90 Steal Tarah's style Make a statement
with colourful furnishings, plus design
and build your own hallway bench
52 Pattern-filled kitchens Serve up a
bold look with our top patterned picks
for the heart of the home
56 Botanical bathrooms Plant the seed
for a nature-inspired sanctuary with
these bathroom decor ideas
94 ffi How to inject character into your
home Pack personality to every space,
whatever your property's age
98 Buyer's guide You can't be a bad
worker, if you know how to choose the
right decorating tools
100 ® Revamp repair recycle Bring in
some metallic glamour by copper-leafing
your bath
102 Ask the experts Our pros share their
kerb appeal advice, from window
cleaning to painting your front door

24
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confident with our
expert guide
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106 ® In your garden this month It's
time to spruce up your outdoor space
ready for the sunshine
108 Six of the best exterior paints
Colour isn't just for inside the home,
take it outside too
112 S3 Easter made easy There's plenty
of time for DIY with these simple yet
delicious recipes for the Easter weekend
117 Eat the season Four tasty ways with
spinach to make sure you get your
greens at every meal
119 Something to sip Get up and at it with
this breakfast smoothie to fuel you for
your DIY projects
10 Your letters We share your home
improvement projects - plus win a
lovely prize!
48 Subscribe to Your Home Get 6 issues
of your favourite magazine for less than
£10, delivered straight to your home!
120 Shopping guide Find out where
you can buy everything featured in
this issue
122 First look Summer brights are on
their way! Our top picks are sure to add
some zest to your home
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Bring the chic
French countryside
into your home
Jessica's house is a
peach! Check out
her home reno
Easy Easter eats
for the bank
holiday weekend
Give your bath a
metallic makeover
with this DIY
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HOT FROM THE HIGH STREET
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Bring in spring with the
fresh, modern coastal
'On the Waterfront'
collection. This casual
but refined look
features a calming
colour palette of
blue and apricot with
pops of crimson and
brings back daisies and
penstemons with the
'Megan' wallpaper, first
released in 1996.
Adain Palace porcelain
planter, £45
Dorset
nest of
tables
in White,
£495 for 2
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panelling wallpaper, both £48 per >
roll; Eggshell paint in Newport Blue,
£28 for 750ml; Ockley pendant
lights in Black, £110 each; Hanover
sideboard in Pale French-Grey, £805; . C
Dorset extendable dining table in
. White, £1,180; Rowe bench in Cariad * *
Spray, £175; Cleavers rug in Blue,
from £399, all Laura Ashley at Next
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with things to do, visit
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from M&S. This collection is packed
voith designer dupes and timeless
classics. We love the rechargeable Colby
lamp for when you need a bright spot,
but there's no socket nearby.
Ollie table lamp, £59; Colby rechargeable table lamp
in Blue, £39; Lotty table lamp in Ochre, £50, all M&S
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THIS MONTH WE LOVE
Sloan 4. Little Iris stencil.
£20, Henny Donovan Motif
5. Frampton tile & slad
border stencil set, from
£11.68, The Stencil Studio
TRANSPARENTLY LOVELY
Celebrate the unfolding beauty of nature by
placing bursting blooms into the new collection
of glass vases from BHS. This brilliantly
diverse range includes hard-working
styles that you’ll want to bring out
season after season, and playful,
Instagram-friendly pieces that your
friends will love as much as you do.
Lenticular glass vase in Cognac, from
£18; Tulip glass vase, £14; Bobble
glass vase, from £14, all BHS
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Steal the secrets of laid-back,
California cool. Amber Lewis lifts the
lid on the magic touches she uses to
create her stunning schemes.
Were following...
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'A big part of our renovation,' says
Sharon, 'was adding more natural
light. We've had two double-
storey extensions and completely
reconfigured the layout. We're
surrounded by trees here so I've used
greens and blues to blur the boundary
between inside and out - which I love.'
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I have always been inspired by the furniture
makeovers in Your Home, so when I
needed a small set of drawers for my
lounge, I found some paint and drawers
on Facebook Marketplace and set about
K&pilAff it iK
I wanted to reuse this pine rocking chair as a
lot of my sisters have used it for feeding their
babies, as I have with mine, and I'm currently
We love hearing from you! Send us your tips,
projects and photos using our details below...
sanding and painting! I'm really pleased
with how it turned out and thank you for
the inspiration.
@julesj_my-thrifted home, Instagram
You're right to
be pleased, Jules! This makeover is
gorgeous and it looks perfectly at
home in your beautiful living room.
Mel, editor, says
I enjoyed your ideas for wooden coat racks
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(March issue) and thought I'd share ours.
My husband and I sourced coat hooks from
our travels - so they would bring us good
memories of trips with friends. We then
purchased a lovely piece of ash from a local
farmer. After cutting it, we created a support
for the hooks with one half and a shelf with
the other. It all brings us such joy every day.
Sarah-Jane Lee, Worthing
Rebecca, digital editor, says: What a
brilliant idea, Sarah-Jane. We've never
thought of picking up coat hooks as
souvenirs, but this is much more practical
than fridge magnets!
a bit short of furniture. I opted for a bright
chalk paint as I wanted something bright in
the corner of my lounge. Plus, the bright green
and yellow crochet blanket is also something
that's been in the family along time. My Nan
knitted it and it brings lots of lovely family
memories of picnics.
Jo Forward, E. Sussex
Tricia, creative
design lead,
says: What a
transformation,
Jo! It's wonderful
that you've
styled these
two sentimental
pieces together.
Poster pel^ect
I picked up a shiny wh
in a chanty
shop. I bought a poster and roughly tore its
edges so they wouldn't show then, stuck it on
the front of the chest with PVA. I had a bit of
trouble getting it into the bevels! I painted it
with Frenchic paint and pulled the green out,
past the torn edges and they don't show at all.
Jill Kelly, Lowestoft
Beth, creative designer, says: This is such
a Romantic make, Jill. You're so clever
to have thought of ripping the edges to
stop the design looking 'stuck on'. I'll be
copying this technique myself!

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•	Update your shower head and cut your shower
time down by 5 minutes. According to waterwise.org.
uk, baths and showers account for the highest water
consumption in the home, at around 34%. Generally
speaking, a shower with an efficient shower head uses
less water than a full bath, but be aware that long
showers or power showers often use more!
•	Check for a leaky loo, which can waste between
200 and 400 litres of water per day! Installing a dual-
flush toilet will save water by using a less powerful
flush, while a Cistern Displacement Device (CDD) placed
in the cistern will displace around 1 litre of water with
every flush. CDDs are easy to install, free from most
water companies, and can save up to 5,000 litres of
water per year.
•	Turn off taps when not in use, for instance when
brushing your teeth, as a running tap can waste around
6 litres of water per minute! Dripping taps are another
culprit - usually they are easily fixed with a new washer,
which could save around 5,500 litres of water a year.
•	Save leftover cooking water and give it a second
use in the kitchen or garden. If you used it to boil
veggies, it'll be rich in vitamins, so let it cool before
turning it into soup, using it to thin sauces, or pouring
it into a watering can to water indoor or outdoor plants
- as long as it doesn't contain salt!
Read your washing machine and dishwasher
manuals to see which cycles are the most water-
efficient - look for 'Eco' or 'Economy' settings. Always
make sure your appliance is full before turning it on,
and avoid pre-rinsing your dishes or clothes, as this is
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filter strains off any rough bits, leaving you
with deliciously smooth milk for hot drinks,
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b for the spill-proof lid, and store the .
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Remove stubborn stains without the use of harsh chemicals - this clever little
handmade soap bar is created from 100% naturally derived ingredients and can
be used both for handwashing items
and on stained clothing as a pre-
treatment. Simply lather the laundry
bar in a bucket of water to use it for
handwashing, or wet the bar and gently
rub it into stains before leaving it to sit
for a few minutes, then wash as normal.
Packaged in 100% recyclable cardboard,
it's an all-round super soap!
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THINGS WE CONSIDERED: What does it smell like? How easy is it to use? Does it leave residue?
Specialist floor cleaner
in Lavender Blossom,
£3 for 1L, Astonish
Using this floor cleaner was
simple - the cap was easy to
undo yet secure, and the dilution
measurements are clearly written.
The lavender blossom scent was
fresh and not clinical - it smelt
like spring had been brought in.
However, the fragrance is subtle,
so more product is needed if you
want a long lasting effect. It dried
very quickly, leaving no residue.
It even got rid of a slippery area,
where a shoe cleaner had been
sprayed. Overall, an effective
product, especially for the price,
but if you prefer a stronger scent,
you may get through this bottle
quite quickly.
Floor cleaner in Nutty
Almond, from £3.45 for
750ml, Minimi
This eco-friendly, refillable cleaner
has a honey-like consistency and
its super concentrated formula
means it's brilliant value. This did
make it a little tricky to measure
though, as you need to keep an
eye on it as it gloops into the cap.
I also had to wash the cap, before
putting it back on the bottle. This
cleaner has a very subtle smell,
a little like baby powder, which
was almost undetectable after it
was diluted. It cleaned a textured
vinyl bathroom floor really well,
removing stains that had been
untouched by previous cleaning.
It also left a shower tray streak-
free and sparkling.
The Pink Stuff all
purpose floor cleaner,
£1.19 for 1L, The Range
This bright pink bottle would be
hard to miss in a cleaning caddy,
and it was suitably scented, too.
It smelt ever-so-slightly chemically
but not unpleasantly so - a subtle
smell of rhubarb which didn't
linger. The cleaner was easy to
use, and the instructions were
clear: simply dilute 2 capfuls in
5 litres of water. It produced a
bubbly solution, cleaned the
floor well and cut through grime.
However, it did leave cloudy
marks behind when used on very
glossy floor tiles. It's a vegan
formula, and can also be
used neat on sinks, cooker
tops and sanitaryware.
Concentrated floor
cleaner, £3.85 for 750ml,
Bio-D
Eco-friendly cleaning products
can be a pricier option, but this
concentrated floor cleaner is
great value - a little goes a long
way, with 10ml recommended
per 5 litres of water, so the 750ml
bottle will last you. As its formula
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the bottle is made from 100%
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spots, and after rinsing there was
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No room under the sink? This space-saving
design is a game changer. Shake out the drips
then fold it down after use for easy,
no-fuss storage
Collapsible bucket, £4, Dunelm
Keep mops in check by hanging them by the
handle in one of these grippers. Installation is
simple, with no need for nails or screws
Command self-adhesive broom gripper,
£7.30, Wickes
This clever mop has an integrated wringing
mechanism to allow you to clean your floors
without soaking them. When you've worn it out,
you can buy replacement heads too
Twist mop, £9.99, Addis
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This cake stand
is the perfect
centrepiece
for an egg-
stravagant
Easter tea
party!
Pink Bunny
dolomite
cake stand
by Nicola
Spring,
£8.60, Rinkit!
Add the magic ingredient to your bakes
with a cute wooden spoon, which you
can personalise at no extra cost
Easter baking spoons, £5.49 each,
Maisonbailey.etsy.com
Peter Rabbit and friends are
guaranteed to bring Easter cheer
to your cupcake display
75 Beatrix Potter cupcake cases,
£4.49, Lakeland
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Hop to it and
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your bakes
Easter silicone
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These cutters come beautifully boxed,
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For an easy and effective
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patterned rolling pin
Easter embossing rolling pin, from
£24.64, Wooden Corner
Add a touch of sparl le to a simple bake
with a beautiful g itter cake topper
Doric Happy Easter with bunny cake topper in
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Make sure your buns aren't overbaked
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Discover this month's to-do
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buy and three ways to clean
decorating stains
•	Give the hallway a fresh coat of paint
- it's the most used space and quickly gets
marked and scuffed.
•	Get out your toolkit and hang any
pictures that don't have a home yet.
•	Pretty up your porch by cleaning or
painting the front door and adding a new mat.
•	Refresh skirting boards-they might just
need a good clean, followed by some small
paint touch-ups.
•	Transform your garden with a new fence,
or fix a broken one, ready for spending more
time outdoors again
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Let It Shine On & On! microfibre
cloths, £3.75 for 3, Marigold
Rid glass or tiled splashbacks of grease and
grime with this hack from cleaning influencer,
@HomewithRoo. 'Spray with a mix of equal parts
white vinegar and warm water. Pop on durable
Marigolds, and wipe down with hot soapy
water and a Marigold Let It Shine On & On!
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DIY can often lead to accidents, from spilled paint pots to dried-on wallpaper paste. Make sure
the paint and paste stays on the walls with these top tips for dealing with stains!
•	For wet paint spills, scoop up as much of the
paint as you can with a spoon and pop it back in the
pot; for dried paint, scrape it away with a stiff brush
or a utility knife. If the paint is water-based, loosen
up the stain with a damp cloth, then add some
laundry detergent to your cloth and pat the area
again, blotting as many times as needed to remove
the paint. Oil-based paint will require blotting with
paint thinners (if wet) or acetone (if dried), then mix
some detergent with cold water and use it with a
sponge to blot the area again. Vacuum the carpet
once dried.
•	Remove wallpaper paste stains, while they're
still wet. Soak up any excess paste with a dry cloth,
dabbing carefully - never rub. Then use a damp
cloth to soak up any remaining paste. Dried paste
needs to be re-moistened and loosened with a bit
of water first, before dabbing gently as before.
•	Tile grout can quickly harden and become
difficult to remove if you get it on clothes or carpet,
and will stain if left for too long. Remove as much as
possible with a dry, stiff brush. Then treat the stain
with three parts distilled white vinegar mixed with
one part water. Rinse with plenty of clean water.
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CONSUMER NEWS
Every month we bring you the latest
consumer news stories with ideas
and advice on everything from saving
money to improving your home
HELP WITH home improvements
There is financial support out there, so
check if you're eligible
If you are on a low income, there are grants
available to make home improvements and
buy white goods. Use online grants checkers,
like turn2us.org.uk or lightningreach.org, which
match your info to any grants that you can
apply for.
Find your nearest charity or furniture project
offering secondhand appliances, furniture
and IT equipment at reuse-network.org.uk
and there's lots on offer at freecycle.org and
ilovefreegle.org.
There's also help with home improvements
for low income, disabled or elderly households
through your local Home Improvement Agency
via foundations.uk.com. They can assist with
decorating, DIY or building flat-pack furniture.
SPRING CLEAN YOUR FINANCES
Ayesha Ofori, founder of Propelle, specialists in women building long-term
wealth, has these top tips
•	Tackle your finances head on
Don't bury your head in the sand. Allocate
time to sit down and look at your bank
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Make sure you know what's coming in and
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Prioritise what you spend your money on and
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There are a few tricks you can try to
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Set up alerts on your favourite items and
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You can also find out if somethings
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When your home needs an update but you don't
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• Where possible, recycle or upcycle old or tired furniture.
See if you already have items that could be given a fresh
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Is it really worth spending on
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If you can afford to, buying better quality
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Do I need an electrician to
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If your home has bland white light
switches or sockets, you can give your
whole interior a smart new look with
brass, bronze, chrome, stainless steel
or matt black versions instead. As this
involves working with electricity, you
will need a Part P qualified electrician for
this job to ensure
it is completed
safely and
signed off.
• You can update old furniture with paint, varnish,
wallpaper or stencilling and there are plenty of how-to
guides online to get you started.
• If you do need new, plan ahead and shop in the sales.
It's worth waiting as you can save £££s so check when
your favourite stores are having their sales. Ask if they sell
off discontinued stock, have an outlet or a 'seconds' area.
• Save money every time you spend by signing up for
loyalty cards in-store. Ask DIY outlets if they offer a reward
scheme and check whether you can get cashback on
Quidco or TopCashback.
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• Search for freebies on freecycle.org or good-value
items on gumtree.com.
 For upcycling tutorials head to valsparpaint.co.uk,
homebase.co.uk, lick.com and diy.com.
 The best cashback sites are quidco.com and topcashback.co.uk
and both have home, DIY and gardening brands as well as extra
discount codes from the likes of Homebase, Toolstation, Wickes and B&Q.
• Find trades and get an idea of costs at myjobquote.co.uk.
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Keep any leftover paint for touch-
up jobs in the future and if you do
want to dispose of it, always take
it to your nearest waste and
recycling centre - never
put it in the bin.
• It's also worth signing up for newsletters, which will
*rt you to any discounts or sales and sometimes also
give an introductory money-off code or coupon for
new customers.
• Use trusted trades when you need a professional.
Ask family and friends for recommendations
and look online at MyJobQuote to get an idea of
roughly how much a job should cost.
у * It's also a good idea to set a budget for any room
revamp and be careful not to go over. Make sure you
include costs for professional trades and materials. When
getting quotes, ask for a total price for the project rather
than a day or weekly rate, then there's no nasty surprises!
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shabby chic style to your home
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colour Create the perfect palette
no matter the room's direction
12 of the hottest floor fillers
Step onto a refreshed look with a
choice of flooring updates
42 'A bargain bookcase hack
made all the difference' See
how Salma's house went from mild
magnolia to bright and bold
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farmhouse
Shabby chic style is making a big comeback, this time with an elegant
French twist. Escape to the country with this romantic, rural look
There’s a certain calmness and familiarity
that comes with country-style living,
which is why this type of look has been
so enduring. Shabby chic designs have come
and gone, but were welcoming them back with
open arms - think natural wood finishes, rustic
accessories and vintage vibes aplenty. This
time, inspiration comes in from rural French
farmhouses, where characterful shapes and
details adorn furniture and fabrics. Combining
old and new items is the trick to this trend, so
look out for decor in secondhand shops as well as
your usual high street stores,
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Rustic wood flooring is a
key component of a French
farmhouse look, though
engineered and laminate
designs may be a more
practical option
Cellar Oak traditional engineered
wood flooring, £71.57 per
sq m, The Wood Flooring Co.
La u tn er Matt Grey
dressing table,
£115, B&Q
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▲ These 100% cotton scented pyramids offer a delicate,
handmade detail and can be printed in a variety of
colours and patterns to suit your scheme - simply hang
in your kitchen, bedroom or bathroom
Lavender pyramids, from £8, Rachel Fearnley Designs
'Work Mates'
watercolour shire
horse painting,
from £21.99,
Florence & Lavender
Black industrial wall mounted rail with 5
storage hooks, £12.95, Melody Maison
Amber glass pumpkin
bud vase, £4, Heavenly
Homes and Gardens
▲ Can you ever have too many
baskets? We don't think so!
Grow your collection gradually
on trips and at markets
Handwoven natural market
baskets, from £20, Bohemia Design
► Touches of rattan and a
gently weathered surface
give this oak bed frame a chic
French feel
Margot bed, £1,295 for a double;
medium Flute table lamp, £125; Bella
in Marble side table, £395, all Loaf
Wooden hanging
block, from £10.50,
Rachel Fearnley Designs
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Reusable organic
cotton bread bag,
£8, Maison Cherie
Keep an eye out for vintage-style
furniture and accessories to add
character to your home - mix and
match for an authentic rustic look
Brooklyn glass dome wall light in Black,
£89, Industville
Mynte mug
with grooves
in Cornflower
Blue, £5.99, The
Wisteria Tree
Glass jar with Hessian
rustic wrap, £3.99,
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Marseilles argan oil
soap, £4, Heavenly
Homes and Gardens
Get the look for less with
these quick updates
Linen napkin in
Secret Grey,
£9, Chalk Pink
Linen Company
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▼ Transport yourself to a rural French farmhouse while
you take a relaxing bath
Avamali recycled glass 1L refill bottle, £32; llcosco recycled hammered
glass soap dispenser, £25; Kossi storage jar, from £35; Sukha mango
wood bath bridge, £60; Icosco recycled hammered glass storage
pot, £25; rustic soy blend pillar candle in Olive Green, from £20;
Asana marble storage jar, £35; Asana marble soap dispenser, £40;
Mannu cotton and hemp wall hung basket, £35, all Nkuku
▲ Make your dining table the main
feature with a farmhouse-style design -
add bench seating to complete the look
Derwent Farmhouse dining table and
benches in Medium Oak, £1,700, Funky
Chunky Furniture Co.
Eden linen
cushion,
£28, French
Bedroom
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light pendant ceiling light
in Black, £145, Next
French wire bread basket in
Grey, £12.50, Maison Cherie
Switch out your bedsheets
for a classic toile de jouy print
Toile de jouy bedding in Vintage
Blue, from £25, Linenfields
Brown plant striped roller
blinds, 80 x 160cm, £192,
Color & Co
Ticking stripes are a
staple of a country-
style home. You
can easily introduce
these through
fabrics - choose
either on cushions,
throws or blinds
Duke Olive Roman
blind, from £93, Hillarys
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1 Etched Vine Eau de Nil cotton fabric, £28 per m, ILIV 2 Last Dance trim paint, £14.95 for 500ml, Frenchic Paint 3 Rustic Blue reclaimed wood effect
tiles, £32.95 per sq m, Walls and Floors 4 Laura Ashley Farnworth Green stripe smooth wallpaper, £44 per roll, B&Q 5 Bridgerton Damask wallpaper in
French Pink, £44 per roll, Lucie Annabel 6 Doulting Stone wood paint, £50 for 2.5L, Thorndown 7 Lifestyle paint in Wood Smoke, £55 for 2.5L, Earthborn
Blossom Green flower pattern tiles, £34.95 per sq m, Walls and Floors 9 Tuscan decorative effect porcelain tiles, £65 per sq m, Indigenous 10 Boutique
Collection Eston flooring, from £35.95 per sq m, Havwoods
Weathered surfaces, subtle stripes and a hint
of floral pattern come together to create
this effortlessy chic scheme

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Master the art of truly bespoke
decorating and get colour confident for
good with our expert tips and tricks
Bedroom looking dingy? Living room too
bright to relax in? We've all been there.
Over the next few pages, we're going to
explore how to use colour inside your home,
unlocking the secrets that will help you bring
out the very best in your spaces, whichever
direction they face!
You may have heard that you should use
different tones in west-facing rooms to east-
facing ones, but why? Well, here's the science
bit! Picture Earth from space, spinning on its
axis through the day. As the planet turns, the
light from the sun lands differently across
its surface - from softly blue in the morning
to golden yellow in the evening. Once you
can picture this, and you'll understand why
finding the perfect white for a north-facing
room can be so tricky.
But that's enough physics! There are some
simple rules to follow. Let's get stuck in! CU
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STYLE FILE
Embrace the gentle morning light
to use the space. East-facing bedrooms are
ideal if you struggle to get out of bed in the
mornings as they'll brighten as the sun rises
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morning, which slowly fades throughout the
day. Morning light is slightly cool in tone,
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have a compass app on your
phone - many of them come
with one pre-loaded. Stand in
front of your window and hold
your phone flat. The arrow which
points straight out of the
window will tell you which
direction your room
faces
Sunny in morning,
shaded in evening
with a green or blue tint. These tints aren't
as strong as in north-facing rooms (see p36),
so you won't need to try so hard to warm up
east-facing spaces, but it's something to bear
in mind when choosing your palette. Pale and
pastel tones with red or yellow undertones
tend to work best in these rooms as they'll
even out the cooler notes in the light. Most
manufacturers will explain the undertones of
each paint in the product description.
When choosing your colours, begin by
thinking about what time of day you're going
but this means that strong yellow hues in
these rooms can feel too strong. Opt for warm
blues and greens, or beige-tinted whites
instead. These colours will feel light and airy in
the mornings and restful in the evening.
An east-facing room is a brilliant space
for cosy living room. It will be shaded in the
evening, creating a relaxed atmosphere which
helps to make your lighting choices pop. Look
for light beige and cream tones to use in these
rooms, with a touch of coral or red to add
warmth to the indirect evening light.
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STYLE FILE
Create a dreamy bedroom
with soft pastel tones which
will glow in the morning light.
If you're feeling brave, paint
the ceiling too
Walls in matt emulsion in Denim
Drift and Blush Pink, £36.49 for
2.5L; Woodwork in Quick Dry
eggshell in White Cotton, £17.11
for 750ml, all Dulux
▲ Add interest to pale rooms by painting furniture with muted
shades. The satin-finish paint used here on the cupboard doors helps
to reflect back morning sunshine
Cupboard doors in satin paint in Upstate Blue, £24.95 for 750ml; chair in
chalk paint in Scandinavian Pink, £26.95 for 1L, Annie Sloan
Colour
palette
Make the most of
easterly spaces with
our top picks
BEST NEUTRAL
Emulsion in Old Chalk,
£48 for 2.5L, Neptune
BEST WHITE
Active emulsion in
Chiswick White, £49
for 2.5L, Sanderson
► Keep an east-facing
living room feeling
cosy by using beige
tones and plenty
of wood and
unglazed ceramics
Avery large sofa in
Cream chunky weave,
£1,675; Peach Pink Eva
textured cushion, £18;
Global bobble cushion
in Orange, £24; natural
mango wood trumpet
side table, £150;
Reuben table lamp
in Ivory Cream, £70,
all Next
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South facing
Tone down the intense light in these
sunny rooms with cool colours
Most of the sun,
most of the time
If your space is sunny at midday,
congratulations! You have a south-facing
room. These rooms are arguably the easiest
to decorate as you don't have to do much
to make them feel bright and airy. However,
that doesn't mean that they can handle
everything. South-facing rooms can receive
very strong light for extended periods of the
day, which makes some shades feel too fierce.
Decorate these sunny spaces using cool
shades with slightly grey undertones. These
undertones will be balanced out by the
sunlight, so they won't feel dingy. Instead, the
cool notes help to dampen down reflections
and will make sure your space feels calm, even
at midday. When choosing your colours, bear
in mind that the light in these rooms will have
a slight yellow tint, which makes colours seem
more yellow. Balance out this effect by aiming
for colours that look a little bluer than you'd
like, and you'll avoid disappointment when
you bring them into your space.
South-facing rooms make great kitchens
and living rooms. They're warm, welcoming
and full of life. In order to enjoy the sunlight
that streams into these spaces at all times of
the day, avoid colours which will make the
room feel too 'hot', like reds and yellows.
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It's easy to bring a
holiday vibe to sunny,
south-facing rooms.
Bright, leafy greens will
look rich and luscious
under the golden rays
Grange extendable dining
table in Natural Oak Finih,
£699.99; Oxford dining
chairs in Ivory classic faux
leather and Natural Oak,
£59.99 each, all Furniture p
And Choice
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energising bathroom
with a cool green
shade. This will help
to dampen down the
bright light which
reflects off white
sanitaryware
Lower wall in Up Up
and Away; Upper wall
in Grassy, both
Claypaint, £57.50
for 2.5L, Earthborn
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Colour
palette
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southerly spaces with
our top picks
BEST NEUTRAL
Walls and ceilings matt
emulsion in Snowfall,
£22.15 for 2.5L, Crown
Decorating Centres
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STYLE FILE
Homes are
rarely perfectly
oriented around a
compass, so for rooms that
sit between two points, like
a north-west facing bedroom,
follow the advice for the
closest compass point but
add a little of guidance
for the secondary
k. direction too
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As in east-facing rooms, the light in west
facing rooms changes dramatically through
the day. These spaces are shaded in the
morning and brighten into the evening. If you
get-up-and-go. But, in the evening, these
hues will become much richer. You can choose
to embrace that warmth and decorate using
golden shades or tone down the effect for a
Shaded in morning,
sunny in evening
can see the sun setting from your room, it will
be west facing. Evening light tends to be quite
'warm' with rich, golden notes. This will make
colours look more yellow than they first seem.
You can even out this effect by decorating the
rooms you use in the evenings using colours
with blue undertones.
West-facing bedrooms require a little extra
thought. Because the light in the mornings
soothing sleep, with blue and green.
Kitchens and dining rooms are energised
by the rich afternoon light, making them
brilliant spaces to socialise in at the end of the
day. Cool-toned whites and greys will make
these spaces feel fresh in the morning, before
developing more warmth as the day goes on.
will be subdued, warm colours, like pink
and yellow can add some much-needed
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Energise your workspace with rich blue tones.
When the light hits them in the afternoon,
they'll provide that perfect 4pm pick-me-up
Door in eggshell in Ultramarine Blue, £28.84 for
750ml; Walls in velvet matt in DH Oxford Blue,
£49.37 for 2.5L, Dulux Heritage
◄ Make the most of
the evening skies
you'll see from west-
facing bedrooms
by decorating with
sunset shades
Orchard wallpaper in
Golden, £114 per roll,
Fiona Howard
Colour
palette
Make the most of
westerly spaces with
our top picks
BEST WHITE
Valspar classic walls and
ceilings interior matt
emulsion in Bridal Veil,
£30 for 2.5L, B&Q
BEST NEUTRAL
Claypaint in Tom's Bakery,
£57.50 for 2.5L, Earthborn
BEST BLUE
Chalky emulsion in
Smalt, £45 for 2.5L,
Craig & Rose
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Turn a gloomy space into a cosy cocoon
with rich, warm shades
by using paint. Bring
warmth to your space with
jute and terracotta
You don't always need to add
colour ‘
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Shindig sofa in Pressed Olives Clever
Velvetj£2,945, .oaf
North facing
None of the sun,
none of the time
tends to stay consistent throughout the day
so they're easier to fall asleep in and, as they
dramatic spaces.
North-facing rooms get very little direct
sunlight. They may receive small amounts in
the morning and evening during high summer
but, for most of the year, they're in the shade.
The light in these rooms tends to be what we
would describe as 'cool'. This means that it's
quite blue in tone, which can make north-
facing rooms look a little cold. Without the
warmth of direct sunlight, these rooms can
feel chilly too.
It might not sound like north-facing rooms
have much going for them, but they actually
make the best bedrooms. The temperature
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don’t get bright sunlight in the mornings,
you're less likely to wake up with the larks.
Combat the blue, shaded light in these
rooms with colours that feel 'warm'. These
will have a pink, yellow or red undertone.
This doesn't mean you have to steer clear
of blue and green altogether, just look out
for olive greens and sky blues to keep the
atmosphere cosy.
While it's possible to make these rooms
feel a little brighter, it's much more effective
to lean into the darkness and decorate
using deep colours to create enveloping,
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BEST BLUE
Pure matt paint in
Damselfly, £54 for 2.5L,
Fenwick & Tilbrook
Long, narrow kitchen extensions can
sometimes feel a little dark, a deep
velvety red will make the space feel
more comforting
Flat matt paint in Northern Quarter,
£52 for2.5L, COAT
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Flat matt paint in
Safe Play, £52 for
2.5L, COAT
▲ Painting the lower section of your wall, or as here, your kitchen
base cabinets, a dark shade, while painting the upper half in a warm
neutral will make the rest of the room feel brighter and more spacious
Churchgate wooden clock, £35; Cream saucepans, from £18 each; double
oven glove in Charcoal, £10, apron in Green, £12; Cockapoo framed print,
£16; housekeeper colander, £8, large acacia salt and pepper mills, £15
for 2; Cream and Sage enamel roaster, £12; Wymeswold milk jug, £12;
Kitchenaid bamboo utensil set, £22 for 4, all Dunelm
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Easycare washable &
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for 2.5L, Dulux
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Emulsion in Haze,
£49.95 for 2.5L,
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Whether you love the warmth of carpet, practicality of hard flooring, or the
joy a decorative rug brings, we have showstopping choices for all
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patterns - you can lay them in any configuration you
choose, allowing you to create a truly bespoke aesthetic
Lush Mix patterned tile, £56.71 per sq m, Porcelain Superstore
Feature Laura Higgins
Sheet vinyl is a cost-effective
way to create the look of tiles,
without the hefty price-tag.
Choose a geometric design in
a rich hue to bring colour and
warmth to your scheme
Merida vinyl flooring in Terrazzo
Red, £19.99 per sq m, Tapi
This zig zag rug would look
right at home in a global-
style scheme, adding vibrant,
nature-inspired tones
Habitat traditional flatweave wool
rug, 120cm x 160cm, £125, Argos

picks
'When choosing patterned vinyl flooring,
consider the size of the room - bigger
patterns can overpower smaller spaces, while
smaller patterns may be lost in bigger rooms.
Lighting can make an impact too - dark
patterns may absorb light, diminishing
the perceived size of the space, while
lighter patterns can contribute to
a brighter look.’
Jo Constantinou, trends
expert at Tapi
Tartan carpet has
made a comeback
in recent years,
but can be pricey.
This tweed sheet
vinyl gives the
same effect,
and its light
colourway looks
fresh and modern
Aspire Tweed 574
sheet vinyl,
from £21 per
sq m, LeoLine
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High-traffic areas such as
hallways or kitchens can
benefit from a runner that
adds warmth underfoot,
and can be chucked in the
machine regularly. This
Kilim style design is super
durable and made from
100% recycled bottles
Nomad Tarifa runner rug,
£240, Weaver Green
Creating a showstopping
floor isn't always about
adding bold pattern or
bright colour - a simple
chevron or stripe carpet can
make just as much impact
but in a more subtle way
Empire Black-White Aztec
carpet, £24.99 persq m,
Flooring Superstore
 


An on-trend
scalloped
border gives this
statement striped
rug a much softer
edge, for a
look that's
both striking
and pretty
Milo scallop
Blue wool rug,
160cm x 230cm,
£139, Dunelm
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Opt for an oversized rug
as an alternative to carpet
- it'll create impact placed
under a bed or dining
table and, as well as being
easier to swap around
than carpet, will instantly
add colour and pattern
Alessia rug in Dusk
Blue, 245cm x 305cm,
£499, Ruggable
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Add character
underfoot with
a tile that has
a weathered
effect. This
hexagon-shaped
starry design will
suit kitchens,
bathrooms and
hallways in need of
a little period charm
Lylia decor hexagon
matt wall and floor tile
in Blue, £34.95 per sq
m, Tile Mountain
'For a successful tiling scheme, contrast
patterned tiles with plains, or use plain tiles
to create patterns. Remember, a little variation
is a good thing! Adding extra colour, pattern
and texture can elevate a simple scheme into
something more sophisticated and interesting.
Don't overdo it though, try to separate
patterns with a band of plain tiles or a
painted section of wall.'
Louisa Swannell, head of
e creative design at Walls
lK	and Floors
Stair runners
have been all the
rage for the last few
years, but wall-to-wall
carpets are on the rise
again. It's worth investing in an
80:20 blend of wool and nylon
for comfort that will last, and an
eye-catching design - we love the
way this botanical motif appears
to grow up the steps
Timorous Beasties carpet in Grey Effie,
£116.99 per sq m, Brintons
Inject colour and pattern
without overwhelming the
room by choosing pastel shades
of pink, green and yellow
Kandi Bonbon pattern wall and floor
tiles and Kandi Gumball pattern wall
and floor tiles, both £34.95 per sq m,
Walls and Floors
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LIVING ROOM MAKEOVER
‘A bargain bookcase hack
made all the difference’
Wanting a bespoke look without the price tag, Salma and Stuart Chatto DIYed
their own built-in cabinetry, giving their space a playful, individual feel
WHO LIVES HERE? Salma Chatto,
33, a web designer and content
creator @chateauchatto, my husband
Stuart, 38, a civil engineer, and our
children Taliah, four, and Ilyas, one,
plus our two cats, Indie and Lexie.
We live in a four-bedroom house in
Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees, which
we bought in March 2021.
WHAT WAS UPDATED? Our living
room was outdated and bland, with
magnolia walls and laminate flooring.
We gave it a full makeover, doing all
the work ourselves, adding lots of
storage and personality.
WHY THE CHANGE? We wanted
it to be a room that felt cosy, and
somewhere we wanted to relax.
HOW LONG DID IT TAKE? As we
could only work around our jobs and
looking after Taliah, who was one at
the time, the project took six weeks.
Looking to move from their small
three-bedroom terrace, Salma and
Stuart Chatto jumped at the chance to
buy a bigger home for their growing family.
‘This house had everything we were after,’
says Salma. ‘It had so much more space than
where we were previously, with four double
bedrooms, two reception rooms, a downstairs
office, bags of storage and a huge garden. It
was so reasonably priced, we couldn’t believe
our luck.’ The house had been built in the
1990s and, although in good condition, was
incredibly dated. Having stretched themselves
financially, though, the couple had to take on
all the work, renovating one room at a time
when money allowed, with the living room at
the top of their priority list.
THE PROJECT
The room lacked personality, but had great
proportions and natural light. ‘We knew
with some clever ideas and a lick of paint, it
would look amazing,’ smiles Salma. ‘Bespoke,
built-in cabinetry was also a must-have for us.’
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The love seat in the window
is Salma's favourite spot
in the room. 'It’s a suntrap
and is right near all the
books in the room so it's a
great reading corner'
Copy Salma's creative living room
scheme with these tips
Grab some leftover paint and
experiment with a wall mural! Try
simple flower and fruit motifs.
Add period character to properties
of any age with panelling and
dado and picture rails.
Swap cabinet handles for a quick
and easy update.
Feature and styling Marisha Taylor Photos James French
The couple envisaged cabinets along one wall,
either side of the fireplace and television, with
cupboard space and shelves for their books
and ornaments.
‘We also wanted panelling on the walls
to frame our artwork and tie in with the
cornicing and ceiling rose details,’ says Salma.
‘A big, comfy sofa was on the list too, and
we wanted to make the bay window a spot to
relax in with an oversized love seat.’ Salma
studied art and graphic design, so wanted to
flex her creativity. T adore colour and pattern,
so adding bold tones and fun elements was a
key part of our vision,’ she says.
WHAT WE DID
The walls and ceiling were prepped and
painted in a soft white with a hint of grey.
‘We’d decided to paint the cabinetry in a
punchy colour so wanted to keep the walls
neutral to balance this out,’ explains Salma.
‘We measured, cut, and fitted mouldings to
create the picture panels, plus a dado rail to
add character, and laid the flooring as well.’
When it came to the ‘showstopping’
cabinetry, the couple considered getting a
carpenter to do the work, but after being
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Salma loved the original mouldings on the
ceiling and wanted to carry it onto the walls.
'Picture panels were the best way to do that, it
has made the whole room more cohesive, and
I love how easily I can display art on the walls'
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'We used brass fixtures to create
a luxe feel,' says Salma. 'It started
with the handles on the cabinets
then I found myself buying light
fittings and accessories to add
accents throughout the space'
quoted over £2,000, took it on themselves.
‘I’d seen an amazing hack on Instagram using
IKEA Billy bookcases that looked like the
bespoke cabinetry we’d been quoted for,’ says
Salma. ‘It took Stuart some convincing, but
The chest provides
hidden storage and
doubles up as a table.
'This is a pretty spot
in the room, with a
hanging plant and
picture panels filled
with art,’ says Salma
after more research he rose to the challenge!’
They measured the space, working around
the wall lights and fireplace, and ordered the
components from IKEA ready to paint before
assembly. ‘After trying out many different
colours, we chose a pretty pink with purple
undertones,’ Salma says. They prepped and
painted the pieces, and Stuart built the
sections and bolted them together. ‘We added
the scallop trim, the wood detail, a wood
counter and the skirting board, which was
key to the seamless built-in look we had our
hearts set on,’ Salma explains.
HIGHS & LOWS
While they’re happy with the end result,
achieving a built-in look with IKEA
bookcases proved to be tricky. ‘It took us a
while to work out how to fit the bookcases
and cabinets into the space so there were no
gaps either side and the smaller units looked
central under the wall lights,’ says Salma.
‘We scratched our heads for a while and did
think about making our own cabinetry but,
considering how busy our lives were, that
would have been impossible. Thankfully,
apart from ordering the wrong depth of
bookcases for the left side of the fireplace, we
somehow worked it out.’
THE FINAL DETAILS
Painting the walls in a fresh white gave Salma
scope for styling with colour. Rather than a
matching suite, she paired a teal corner sofa
with a yellow armchair and footstool, adding
mustard cushions to tie them together. Warm
brass and gold fixtures and fittings are dotted
throughout the scheme, from door handles
and lighting to a sunburst mirror.
‘We’ve created a completely unique space,
and as we’ve done all the work ourselves, it
feels even more special. It’s exceeded all our
expectations - we love it!’ ffil
ROOM PLAN
THE DETAILS
CABINETRY	£555
FURNITURE	£2,050
FLOORING	£2,200
LIGHTING	£170
PAINT	£175
FIXTURES AND FITTINGS	£180
ACCESSORIES	£350
TOTAL	£5,680
SHOPPING LIST
For similar, try Zinc 2-piece, 2-arm corner group
sofa in Teal, £1,749, DFS. For similar, try Pink
square ottoman storage buttoned footstool,
£230, ISTOOLS. GoodHome Thestias Brass-
effect wall light, £30; walls painted in Dulux
easycare matt emulsion in White Mist,
£28 for 2.5L, both B&Q. For similar, try
starburst round wall mirror, £119; for similar,
try Blakeney snuggle chair in Luxury Velvet
Old Gold, £999, both Dunelm. Tromso sofa
end table, £20, B&M. Cabinetry painted in
Rust-Oleum furniture paint in Lilac Wine,
£19.99 for 750ml, The Range. For similar,
try Coffee Oak 12mm herringbone laminate
flooring, £22.49 per sq m. Floor Depot. For
similar, try Copper and Grey storage trunks,
£98.99 for 2, Robert Dyas. Kransborre cushion
in Golden Brown, £12, IKEA. For similar, try
Black large hanging palm print canvas, £12,
George Home.
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LIVING ROOM MAKEOVER
Kirkton velvet footstool in
Antique Gold, £289, DFS
Eden round pouffe in Natural
boucle with Gold metal base, £99,
Where Saints Go
Vita velvet footstool in
Terracotta, £59.99, Bean
Bag Bazaar
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Harben pleat storage
stool, £175, Next
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Modern Style Black and Natural
diamond jute footstool, £39.99,
Homescapes
Santorelli velvet ottoman in
Air Force Blue, £275, OKA
Eliza velvet storage footstool in
Eliza Grey, £59, Dunelm
Botanicals Bloom velvet round
plain footstool, in Opulence
Green, £329, ScS
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LIVING ROOM MAKEOVER

Scalloped
shelving
Pretty up a plain shelving unit, like Salma, with
a scalloped trim for a bespoke look
On a piece of paper, draw a
circle with a 12cm diameter.
Cut out the circle, then cut the
circle in half to create a semi-
circular template.
Using a jigsaw, cut a sheet of
MDF to the same width as the
top of the cabinet you wish to
trim and approximately 20cm
high. Draw a horizontal line
13cm up from the bottom
long edge of the MDF so it's
parallel with this edge.
Working from the centre of
‘ the length of MDF outwards,
place the paper template on
top of the pencil line and draw
around it. Repeat this all the
way along the line to create a
continuous scallop design.
Clamp your sheet of MDF
firmly to a workbench, then
slowly and carefully cut out
the scallop trim using a jigsaw.
Once you've cut out the whole
length of scallop trim, sand
any rough edges smooth
using sandpaper.
Paint the scallop trim on
both sides to match your
cupboard and allow the paint
to dry thoroughly.
Attach the trim to the top of
your cupboard using screws or
grab adhesive, painting over
any screw heads to hide them
if necessary.
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heart of the home, the kitchen
needs to be enduring as well as
stylish, and Ambleside has been
designed with both durability
and longevity in mind. Prices
start from £1,673 or £18 per
month on finance.
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Contents
52 Kitchen ideas: Play with pattern
Enhance your existing colour scheme
with a pop of pattern to make a
statement look
56 Bathroom ideas: Botanical
beauty Create a spa-like experience
at home with nature-inspired design
ideas for your bathroom
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Choose a bold colour for your splashback,
walls and cabinets and add even more impact
with a hexagon-shaped tile that can be laid in
all sorts of interesting patterns
Neapolitan porcelain tiles in Yellow, £90.44 per sq
m, Ca' Pietra. Kitchen design by Day True
free so you can use them for
brightly-coloured ceramics and
bottles to create an impactful
patterned space'
KITCHEN IDEAS
Adding pattern to your kitchen is a really
fun way to make an impact and create
a statement look, and you don’t need to
break the bank to do it. Whether it’s with tiles,
wallpaper or flooring or simply by adding some
new accessories and textiles, you can instantly
give your space a lift with bold and vibrant
colours to match your mood. Here are some
ideas to get you started, with quick fixes as well
as bigger projects for the weekend, ffi)
r 'Many	i;
people believe
that wallpaper is not
suitable for the kitchen
due to the increased moisture
levels, however there are plenty
of options. We recommend
using an extra strong wallpaper
adhesive when applying to avoid
any lifting*
Chelsea Clark, head
of brand at Lust
Home
Cushion vinyl is an affordable way to
experiment with pattern in your kitchen. Easy
to clean, durable and waterproof, it's ideal for
busy families
Aspire Lucia 574 cushion vinyl, from £21 per sq
m, Leoline
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•, Wallpaper is an
easy way to add
pattern, colour
and a playful look
•.< to your kitchen
and it can easily
be changed
when you fancy
something
different
Spot The Difference
wallpaper in Hot
Pink, £40 per roll,
Lust Home
Block floral
apron, £7,
Habitat
• -
Д xS
Earthed mango wood
small bowl, £4.99,
Home Bargains
▲ Wooden strips laid vertically make an eye-catching
feature area for open shelving and a local carpenter
should be able to do this for you
Serving boards, from £26; Audley storage jars, from £14, all
Garden Trading
▼ Feature Hayley Gilbert
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Liner mega
mug in Tea
Towel Teal,
£16, Loaf
Mina
patterned i
table I
napkins, "
£12 for 3,
La Redoute
Ted ceramic shade in
Bottle Green with stone
interior, £50, Pooky
Embossed
floral
chopping
board,
£6.50,
Mata Ian
Wallpaper can create the look
of pricey Italian terrazzo tiles
without the price tag to match
Fragments wallpaper in Magenta
Haze, £69 per roll, Ohpopsi
▼ Layer up checks, stripes
and organic shapes across
your breakfast bar or
dining table - choose a
cohesive palette to tie
the scheme together
Table runner, £15; everyday
12-piece dinner set, £20; check
picnic platter, £14; check cereal
bowls, £15 for 4; stripe dinner
plates, £15, all from the Summer
Resort collection at M&S
Green botanical-style tiles are calming,
easy on the eye, and go with pretty
much anything
Willow porcelain tiles in Green by Clarissa
Hulse, £97.80 per sq m, Ca' Pietra
◄ Small appliances can have a
big impact when displayed on
the worktop - go for pattern and
colour with a polka dot design
and team with matching kettle
and crockery
Emma Bridgewater polka dot 4 slice
toaster, £69.99, Russell Hobbs
Checkerboard
flooring gives
a timeless
Victorian look
to your kitchen,
perfect for period
homes and
adding character
to handleless
cabinets
Check DC596
luxury vinyl tile,
£75.99 per sq
m, Amtico
Add instant
pattern and
colour underfoot
with a runner or
rug. Make sure
it has non-slip
backing and
rotate it every
now and then
to even out the
wear and tear
Juno Lichen
rug, from £85,
Weaver Green
KITC JEN IDEAS
Clarissa Hulse, designer
and founder of
Clarissa Hulse s
"Tiles are the
perfect way to add
both colour and pattern 1
to your kitchen, plus they
are deeply practical. Choose a
botanical design that's the right
side of adventurous without being a
challenge to live with. Picking a tile
in one colour will also make pattern
easier to decorate around'
KITCHEN IDEAS

Patterned vinyl
flooring can give
the whole room
a fresh new look
in an instant.
Choose a colour
that ties in with
your cabinets for
a cohesive feel
Mardi Gras 576
Estrella vinyl,
£19.99 per sq
m, Carpetright
◄ Add pops of shimmering pastel
colour to tie in with pink wall tiles
laid in a herringbone pattern with
small appliances displayed on
worktops and in glazed cabinets
Style collection, from £60 for the
spice grinder, Cuisinart
► Use a bold wallpaper on one
wall to create a feature area or
to mark out the dining zone in an
open-plan space
Ditto Deep Water wallpaper, from
£102 per roll, MissPrint
'If you're looking
for an inexpensive
way to add pattern and
personality to a kitchen without
compromising on quality, vinyl
flooring is a fantastic option.
Resistant to heat and moisture, it's
practical, easy to clean and can
create a statement'
Jemma Dayman, hard
flooring buyer at
Carpetright
Create a patterned tiled splashback with a
rustic look for a classic kitchen. These brick
tiles can be laid in different formations and
you can use coloured grout for added interest
Farmhouse ceramic wall tiles, £36 per sq m, Wickes
Diagonal designs look stunning as a kitchen
splashback and these porcelain tiles can also
be used on the floor for a matching finish
Nostalgia anti-slip diagonal tiles, £43.92 per sq m,
The Baked Tile Co.
Enhance classic painted wooden cabinets
with a timeless print for wall tiles and a colour
that unites the two together
Capello tiles in Forest Green, £82.48 per sq m,
Topps Tiles
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Bring the outdoors in and create a leafy
rainforest look in your wash space with
these nature-inspired design ideas
Be at one with nature and create a serene
spa-like bathroom through the power
of plants. Humidity-loving houseplants
are a staple here, as well as natural scents and
materials. And while some bathrooms may not
feel like the ideal place for your plants to thrive
- with a lack of natural light and ventilation -
there are plenty of ways to fake it. Faux plants,
botanical prints, floral motifs and even a
simple lick of green paint are all easy and
low-maintenance ways to embrace this look! ffil
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Verbena &
Chamomile
hand wash,
£2.25,
Lemon &
Basil hand
wash,
£2.25, both
Baylis &
Harding

BATHROOM IDEAS
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Classic walls & ceilings
interior silk emulsion
in Outdoor Escape,
£30 for 2.5L, Valspar
Botanical
Green plant,
mister, £10,
Ella James
Chrisna retro
bathroom basin
mixer tap in
Matte Black,
£92.81, Wayfair
Add ladder-style shelving to your
bathroom for a handy spot to store toiletries,
towels, and, of course, an ever-growing
collection of houseplants. Let trailing plants
cascade down the sides, while bunches of
eucalyptus or similar will bring spa-like scents
Plant pots, from £4.99; houseplants, from £12.99,
all Dobbies
Metro tiles are a staple
design for classic and
contemporary bathrooms
alike. But rather than sticking
to the typical white look, why
not commit to a dramatic dark
green shade? Combine with
accessories in the same shade
to bring the scheme together
Victorian Green metro tiles,
£29.95 per sq m, Walls and Floors
Opt for
houseplants that
thrive in humid
conditions
Coral Anthurium,
£29.50, Bunches
Step into your very own rainforest
every time you shower by opting
for seamless panels. You can
pick a decorative design, like this
botanical one, to fit your shower
enclosure with minimal grout ’
lines - both a pretty and practical
alternative to tiles
Acrylic Collection Botanical shower
к panel, from £580.80, Showerwall
i^r 'Dark green
shades are classic
and elegant,
and work well to create
warmth. Gold will help to
bring out the royalty of this
shade adding richness and
depth to the room'
Sarah Lloyd, paint and
interior expert at
Valspar
▼ Feature Yvette Filer
BATHROOM IDEAS
Position this botanical wallpaper
border above half-height panelling or
tiling for a lush finishing touch
Jasmine Leaf border in Leaf, £38 per roll,
Fiona Howard
Pantain
Pink and green is a
We love how well these
two shades complement
one another and create
the perfect backdrop to
Here, sleek, black finishes
add a contemporary edge
'Vinyl
is ideal for the
bathroom. It provides
the patterns, colours, and
textures of natural wood
while being suitable for
areas that endure excess
moisture and spills'
Christoph Wellekoetter,
head of product
management at
Pa rad or



A water-resistant roller blind is
ideal for a bathroom setting, as they
provide privacy as well as an opportunity
for a little colour and pattern. Opt for
a leafy-green print to kickstart your
bathroom's botanical transformation
Dappled Ferns Leaf Green roller blind
120 x 120cm, £138.92, Blinds 2go
Paradise ceramic
tiles, £44.10 per
sq m, Porcelain
Superstore
popular combination,
and for good reason.
an abundance of plants.
Brooklyn bathroom globe
pendant in Pewter,
£80, Industville

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BATHROOM IDEAS
. 1 r
Modular ONE Hydron
flooring in Oak Atmosphere
Natural Chateau Plank, from
£46 per sq m, Parador
Add natural scents
for a spa experience
Flower infused Rose
and Patchouli bath oil,
£19.50,
Oliver Bonas



'Houseplants
are a great solution
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Take a peek inside real homes filled with creative
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Sunny seaside terrace
‘We’ve got every detail
exactly how we want it’
Having always wanted to live by the coast, Jessica Collins took on a project property in
Hove and did a top-to-bottom overhaul, filling it with happy hues and clever design ideas
Jessica Collins and her husband Oliver
had been considering making the move
out of London for a while. ‘I’ve always
wanted to live by the sea, as I find it calming
and it resets me,’ explains Jessica, ‘and our
daughter starting school spurred us to leave
our London home and discover a new life
in Hove.’
The couple were initially planning on
renting to ensure the move was right for
them, but, Jessica explains, ‘rental properties
were either far too expensive or horrible and,
with two small children, I really wanted
somewhere that we could make feel like
home.’ By chance, while visiting friends in
the area, Jessica spotted this place for sale and
was told the estate agent was showing people
▼ It was love at first sight when Jessica and
her husband saw this house - they only
needed a few minutes at the property to
know it was for them
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SPACE & SAVING
▼ Jessica hates having
washing up on display, 'so
positioning the sink on this
side of the wall hides it from
the dining area and snug'
KITCHEN
'My fear was that the kitchen would be a dark
space so I think I went overboard with the lights,
but they are really fun and I love that they add an
extra splash of colour,' says Jessica
OUR MUST HAVES Stanbury painted kitchen, from
£1,433, DIY Kitchens. Brass short edge pull handle,
£12.95, Plank Hardware. Tina wall and ceiling lights, from
£36.95, Sklum. For similar, try Elements Koppla plug-in
wall light in Pink, £22, Dunelm
4 Shelving
in a fresh
green makes
this area feel
bright and
airy. 'I felt
wall cabinets
would make
the space look
too enclosed/
Jessica says
▼ 'We brought
the range
cooker from
our old house.
As I love to
cook, it was
the starting
point for
the kitchen
design,' says
Jessica
Jessica opted for shelves 1
instead of cabinets to
maxmise the space in the
kitchen. Another added benefit
of this choice is the price -
she found the shelves were
cheaper than wall
cabinets
J®'1'
WE ARE Jessica Collins, 42, head of
marketing fora magazine company, my
husband Oliver, 49, a commercial director,
our children, Anais, six, and Beau, three,
plus Pebbles, our Bengal cat. I share our
reno journey on Instagram @ren.hove.ation.
OUR HOME IS a four-bedroom Victorian
terrace in Hove, East Sussex and we moved
here in March 2021.
MY FAVOURITE ROOM is the open-
plan kitchen-dining area. We designed it
to create a space that allowed for cooking,
dining, and living in a way that would work
for all of us. It's full of life all the time, and
although it can be an absolute tip as we
spend so much time in here, that's just part
of family life!
▼ Feature & styling Lisa Moses Photos Caroline Mardon
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DINING AREA
'Having the kitchen as a self-contained space
works well as I can chat to the family while
cooking but the children don't run through
here, so it feels like a safe design,' says Jessica
OUR MUST HAVES For similar, try Bloomingville
Deia Yellow vase, £26.88, Connox. Summer
Poppies II print, £40, Print-Sisters. For similar,
try Chloe Navy pendant ceiling light, £49.50,
Marks & Spencer
SNUG
'The Habitat sofa fits
perfectly in this space
and it's great because
we can all lounge on it,'
smiles Jessica. 'I'm not
precious about it and
it's a bit battered, but
the kids love to play on
it and the leather just
gets better with age'
OUR MUST HAVES
9 Moods poster, £85,
Nordic Nest. For similar,
try modular Arne Tan faux
leather reversible chaise
sofa, £1,326; for similar,
try Pride & Joy stripe
Green cushion, £16,
both Dunelm
around that day. So, after a three-minute
viewing, the couple decided to put an offer
in. ‘We already knew this was a lovely area
to live in, especially for young families, and
the house ticked a lot of boxes as it was under
budget and had the potential to become the
beautiful family home we were searching for.’
BLANK CANVAS
The house was bland and beige when the
family first moved in, and it had been cheaply
and badly updated along the way. This suited
Jessica and Oliver, though, as they’d done a
reno before and weren’t daunted by starting
from scratch. ‘However, the dimensions
were different to our previous house and a
lot of our furnishings didn’t fit, particularly
in the alcoves,’ says Jessica, ‘so I spent the
first few weeks selling furniture on Facebook
Marketplace and trying to find suitable
replacements. Also, the original white gloss
galley kitchen was really narrow, and the
dining space was in the double reception
room at the front of the house, which wasn’t
MOTIF MAGIC
Every room in Jessica’s
home flows on from the
last, as she’s chosen key
motifs and colours to repeat
- scallops, stripes and
peachy tones feature
throughout
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and the house ticked a lot of boxes’
LIVING ROOM
“We already knew this was a lovely area
| to live in, especially for young families, |
◄ 'I didn't like the yellow
as it felt a bit bland,'
explains Jessica, 'so I
added the stripes to give
the room a lift, but they
also add a fun touch'
'We considered the impact
of losing the large living
space when we replaced
the wall, but this room
now doubles up as a
grown-up sanctuary and
a space for cosy movie
nights with the kids,'
Jessica says
OUR MUST HAVES
Dark Green Julien fabric 3
seater sofa, £695, Habitat.
Fulton 3 tier shelf, £30,
Dunelm. For similar, try
Antoinette linen cotton
cushion cover in Caramel,
£14, La Redoute. ANYDAY
Ridge storage cabinet, £199,
John Lewis & Partners
practical as I had to go from the kitchen into
the hallway and then the living room to feed
the children. We quickly began looking at
plans for an extension.’
The couple decided to have all the building
work done at the same time, including
reinstating the dividing living room wall,
extending the downstairs space, and replacing
the kitchen and bathroom, as well as
renovating the loft space, which had already
been converted but was just one big room.
‘We wanted to section it to create extra eaves
storage and decided to also add another
bedroom and install a second bathroom,’
explains Jessica.
Having one building company do all the
work meant the couple could negotiate a
good deal, but it had its drawbacks too. ‘It
was really tough living with building work
in almost every room, particularly with two
small children,’Jessica says. ‘We did move out
for the first six weeks, but it was the height
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of summer and all the Airbnbs were really
expensive, so as soon as we had a working
bathroom, we moved back in.’
Jessica came up with several layout options
for the new extension to find the right one, as
she loves to cook, so getting the kitchen area
spot-on was really important. ‘But I initially
struggled to get the design to also include the
needs of the children,’ she says, ‘as I wanted
to be able to see them and give them space to
play without them actually running through
the kitchen area while I was cooking. I hadn’t
initially considered putting the kitchen in the
old part of the room as I assumed we would
use this as a cosy snug, but seeing this layout
in our neighbours’ house inspired me to
re-think my ideas.’
MAIN BEDROOM
'I wanted to recreate the feeling of being
on holiday so chose shutters and striped
cushions, with their nod to deckchairs, to add
those little hints,' says Jessica, 'and I added a
luxe element with the sofa. These touches are
what make it feel like a special place'
OUR MUST HAVES
Pax wardrobes with Bergsbo doors, from
£242, IKEA. Wardrobes painted in Stone Blue,
£54.50 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. For similar, try
Gistrup Off-White 2 seater sofa, £225, JYSK. For
similar, try Gilded leaves mirror, £95, Cox & Cox
◄ Jessica
completely
transformed her
IKEA wardrobes:
'This initially
felt like one
of my more
out-there ideas,
but I wanted to
personalise our
Pax wardrobe,
so we painted
it blue, then I
ordered pre-cut
MDF panels,
which I covered
with linen
fabric and then
glued onto the
wardrobe. I'm
so pleased with
the effect'
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‘Although there’s still more to do,
we’ve created a space that works
well for us and feels like home’ I
SPARE BEDROOM
'Most of the walls in our home are a version of white, but
I felt this room needed something else,' says Jessica, 'so,
inspired by images I'd seen on Instagram, I decided to
paint the ceiling. I'm not a great one for measuring so I
just winged it when it came to deciding where to stop’
OUR MUST HAVES Petal cane headboard, from £199,
Dunelm. Sudbury Yellow ceiling paint, £54.50 for
2.5L, Farrow & Ball. ANYDAY hem 1 drawer bedside table in
Green,£169, John Lewis & Partners
DOUBLING UP
Although it was a lot of upheaval, having the
whole house redone at once meant the couple
were able to decide on the small elements that
this bold yellow
The couple went with DIY Kitchens for the
cabinets, and Jessica originally chose an olive
green for the painted units. However, the
builders explained that the kitchen wouldn’t
be delivered in time for the installation
if she went for this bespoke colour. ‘As a
compromise, I chose Heritage Green by
Farrow Sc Ball, but the units then sat upstairs
for a month before being fitted which was
frustrating,’ she says. ‘The extension took
another two months to complete, and at some
points the house was open to the elements,
which was stressful as Beau had begun
crawling and we had to live, cook and eat in
the living room with just a microwave and a
camping stove.’
WHAT A CEILING
Don t forget that the
ceiling can be painted just
like any other wall in the
home! Jessica was inspired by
social media posts before
taking the plunge on
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ANAIS’ ROOM
'I didn't really have a plan for this space, but
a child's room is where you can have the
best kind of fun,' Jessica says. 'I'm normally
stripping back my ideas but I just threw
everything I had in there’
OUR MUST HAVES Pretty Kitty wallpaper, £69
per roll, Wallpaper Direct. Minnen bed frame in
White, £129; Mosslanda picture ledge in White,
£4; both IKEA. Willa unpainted MDF scalloped
edging, from £22, Camilla Hampton
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▲ The door pegs are a cheap and simple way to
add extra storage for hanging Anais' cute bags
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▲ 'A Velux can look quite ugly so the
scallops are a fun addition that still
allows it to function,' explains Jessica. 'I
made the curtains with the floppy frills
to match the bedding and hide the toys'
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aiming and it resets me, and our daughter
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HOLIDAY HOME
▼ 'I bought the vanity unit before we were
ready to install it as it was in the sales,'
explains Jessica, 'but then we had nowhere
to store it, so it did move around the house
a lot before it was finally fitted'
Every time Jessica steps
into the bathroom, she
is transported back to her
and her husband’s favourite
Moroccan getaway,
making it even easier
to relax
▼ A wooden ladder is a stylish and
functional way to store towels
BATHROOM
make a big difference. ‘We were doing the
decorating at the same time as the build, and
trying to think of all the small details, such a:
where to put light fittings,’ says Jessica.
Colourwise, she’s gone for a fresh, warm,
sunny palette of yellows, greens, peaches
and blues throughout as a nod to the house’s
seaside location. ‘Although there’s still more
to do, we’ve created a space that works well
for us and feels like home,’Jessica says.
‘Luckily, this is as much to do with the area
and the friends we’ve made as the cushions
and decor!’ ffil
'Ollie and I used to go to Morocco
a lot and I love the style. I wanted
the bathroom to be based on
that aesthetic so I feel like I'm on
a holiday every day,' Jessica says.
'The tiles took me a long time
to source but these hit the spot.
They have a Moroccan hint with a
modern edge'
OUR MUST HAVES For similar, try
arched Gold wall mirror, £102.95,
Melody Maison. Green Pradena
porcelain tile, £78.76 per sq m, Bert
and May. Linen-blend roll-up curtain,
£14.99, H&M Home. Jonak Solid
teak vanity unit, £999, Tikamoon
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Make my style
SCANDI wall light
Make a wall bracket for a plug-in pendant to get Jessica's
colourful lighting look
SHOPPING LIST
Project Anna-Lisa De'Ath Styling Lisa Moses Photos Caroline Mardon
• Smooth planed square edge (PSE) whitewood
spruce timber 1.8m x 44mm x 18mm, £4.47, B&Q
• smooth planed square edge (PSE) whitewood
spruce timber 1.8m x 44mm x 44mm, £7.47, B&Q
• pencil • tape measure • jigsaw • sandpaper
• screws • combi drill • multi-surface paint
• paintbrush • workbench • grab adhesive
(optional) • pendant light fitting with detachable
E27 socket, inline switch and plug • light bulb
HOW TO...
IFor the arm of the wall light, take a piece of
44mm x 44mm PSE timber and use a jigsaw to
cut a length measuring 180mm long. For the wall
mount, take a piece of 44mm x 18mm timber and use
a jigsaw to cut a length 180mm long. Sand the cut
edges smooth using sandpaper.
2 Use a combi drill to drill a hole all the way
through the arm piece 20mm in from one end,
making sure it's centrally placed between the two
side edges. Sand away any rough edges.
3 Apply two coats of your chosen multi-surface
paint to the wall mount part of your light,
allowing it to dry thoroughly between coats. Then,
paint your pendant fitting in the same shade - it may
take you a few coats to get a full, even coverage.
4Drill a hole in the painted wall mount 22mm
down from the top edge, making sure it's
centrally placed between the two side edges.
5Clamp the arm of the wall light in a workbench
with the drilled end pointing up. Place the wall
mount piece on top with the right side facing down
and its drilled end on top of the wall light arm piece.
Make sure the edges of the arm and the wall mount
marry up neatly. Then screw through the back of the
wall mount into the arm to attach them to each other.
6Unscrew the E27 socket from the light fitting
and thread the cable through the arm of the
wall light, working from top to bottom, so the wires
are coming out of the bottom of the wall light arm.
Reattach the E27 socket.
7 Position the wall light against the wall, making
sure your cable and plug can easily reach a wall
socket. Wind any excess cable around the arm of the
wall light. Once you're happy with the position of
your wall light, attach it to the wall using screws or
grab adhesive, then add your chosen light bulb.
I hese lights are really ill
and add a pop of colour
I to the room’ I
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Steal my style
BEACHY keen
Take inspiration from seaside sunsets, like Jessica, with honeyed
hues and subtle playful prints
'MIAMI MEETS MARGATE
Marvella
2.5-seater
sofa in
Lifestyle Fabric
Burnt Orange,
£1,499,
Sofology
Coastal style isn’t all about
nautical white and blue. For
a modern update, introduce a
palette of peach, ochre and blush
too, to bring the rich colours of
golden hour in Miami to this
quintessentially British
seaside style

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LOVES?
1. Arty Guava Lay Hoon Beach Please poster, from £15.95, Desenio 2. Easycare washable & tough matt paint in Honey Mustard, £44.69 for 2.5L, Dulux
3. Inky double headboard jawit rattan arched frame, £179, Where Saints Go 4. Pure cotton scallop trim cushion in Pink Mix, £17.50, M&S 5. Large Ochre
bubble planter, £33, Click Style 6. Mira checkerboard 100% cotton velour towel in Green/White, £18, La Redoute 7. Armitage tripod floor lamp in Dark
Wood with shade, £141.60, dar lighting
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Understated update
‘I love schemes brought
to life with texture’
After the initial shock at the size of the renovation needed wore off, Lisa Rees got to
work revamping her 1920s home, first tackling the issues and then making it her own
When Lisa and Paul first moved
in together - when Lisa’s son,
Elliot, was nine - the couple
originally moved into what had been Paul’s
parents’ Victorian cottage. ‘We totally
renovated it, but I really wanted a home that
we could choose together. So, after nearly
20 years together, we began to look for our
forever home. As Elliot had moved in with
his girlfriend, we didn’t need a big house, and
I immediately fell in love with this place the
moment we stepped through the door,’ says
Lisa. ‘I loved the large box bay window in the
living room, but I particularly loved the stairs
and original floor tiles in the hall, which
reminded me of my first home when I was 21.’
SEEING THE POTENTIAL
The couple had to look past the old-fashioned
decor, though. ‘An elderly woman had lived
here for decades and hadn’t done any updates,
so there was floral wallpaper everywhere, even
on the ceilings. But the house felt light and
▲ It was out with the old decor and in with
the new for Lisa and her partner, as they
transformed this Victorian cottage into their
forever home after nearly 20 years together
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► 'We had a wooden
worktop in our old
house and I loved
the look, but the
maintenance was
hard work, so we
chose quartz here
which also helps
bounce light around,'
says Lisa
LIGHT TOUCH
Glass pendant lights
over an island add period
detail, and when hung in
a group of three create
a visually interesting
focal point
WE ARE Lisa Rees, a hospital social
worker, and my partner, Paul Price, who is a
maintenance worker. I share our renovation
journey on Instagram @littlecastledene.
OUR HOME IS a two-bedroom detached
house in Cwmbran, Torfaen, and it was
built in 1925. We got the keys in October
2021 and finally moved in June 2022.
I kitchen)
'I've had Shaker-style cream units
before and like the light look,
but I wanted to balance them in
this space with a black island,'
explains Lisa, 'and I chose an eye-
level oven for ease of use'
OUR MUST HAVES Takk 200cm
tall solid pine black cabinet, £825, La
Redoute. Arlington leather breakfast
bar stool in Tan, £145, Peppermill
Interiors. Amelie scalloped teacups,
£13.95, Graham & Green. Henrietta
clear glass pendant, with classic
pendant light kit in Antiqued Brass,
£114, Pooky. 500mm aged brass
hanging rail with 2 bracketsand 5
aged brass hooks, £90, deVOL
▼ 'I wanted a long shelf on the
wall for styling opportunities,'
says Lisa. 'Originally, the kitchen
designer planned for cupboards
along the back wall, but I knew
we would have plenty of storage
space without that'
MY BEST IDEA Not doing an extension.
We realised that by turning the old kitchen
into a utility and putting the new kitchen
into the old dining area would have more
than enough space for the two of us.
NEXT TO DO The outside of the house
needs rendering and we need to invest
some time and money into the garden as it
needs a complete makeover.
MY FAVOURITE ROOM is the kitchen.
Although I wish the island was a bit bigger,
the space works really well and it's a
complete reflection of my vision.
▼ Feature and styling Lisa Moses Styling assistant Madeleine Collet Photos Katie Jane Watson
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PULL UP A PEW
A unique wooden pew
is a space-saving solution,
as it can make use of a
plain wall and gives you
flexible seating options
for guests
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DINING ROOM
'A church pew was top of my
wish list but they are expensive/
says Lisa. 'Luckily, we sourced this
one from a reclamation centre
and had it converted to fit the
size of the dining table'
OUR MUST HAVES The Farmhouse
Table in Railings, £495, The Rustic
Table Company. French dining
chair with rattan wicker seat and
weathered Elm frame, £189, Where
Saints Go. Redoute 1 Vintage Fruits
posters, from £6.95, Juniqe
HALLWAY
OUR MUST HAVES For similar,
try Flower metal wall mirror in
Antique Gold, £150, John Lewis
& Partners. Matt emulsion in
Egyptian Cotton, £31.73 for 2.5L,
Dulux. Gold fan wall hook,
£11.99, The Nifty Nook
'The hall was the only floor
downstairs that we didn't
have to lift and replace luckily,
as we have beautiful original
tiles and it would have been a
shame to lose them,' Lisa says.
'I needed a narrow cabinet for
this space and sourced this
one from M&S, but painted it
to match the stairs'
airy and, to be honest, having experienced
noisy neighbours in the past, it being
detached was a real bonus.’
‘We decided to keep the layout as it was,
turn what was the dining and living И
room into an open-plan kitchen dineil
and convert the old kitchen on the side]
of the house into a utility’ |	-
SURPRISE SURPRISE
They got the keys in October 2021, but
immediately realised the house was in worse
condition than they’d originally thought.
‘Water was running down the walls, the
whole place smelt of damp and, although
we knew the roof had to be replaced, it
was a shock to realise the full extent of the
work needed to make the house liveable,’
recalls Lisa, ‘so we decided not to move in
straight away and get the house ready first.
Luckily, Paul is very hands-on, and we had
good family support, plus our builder and
electrician are friends, so we got mates’ rates
which helped with the budget.’
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'As the rooms are smaller than our last home,
I really had to be savvy when thinking about
the furniture and accessories,' explains Lisa,
'and because the sofa doesn't allow room for
a lamp, I chose a wall lamp, from Pooky, as a
space-saving solution'
OUR MUST HAVES Bluebell 2 seat sofa in
Prussian Blue cotton malt velvet with English Oak
legs, £2,470, sofa.com. Mason wall fitting in
Antique Brass, £100; Empire shade in Navy & White
wonky chev block printed cotton, £32, both Pooky.
Figura coffee table in Dark Brown Acacia, £439,
Swoon. Jane Churchill Zhiri embroidered zig zag
Blue Orange contemporary cushion cover, £31.99,
Elli Mae Cushions
window in the living
oom,butIparticularly
loved the stairs and
‘I loved the large bay
original floor tiles in the
hall, which reminded me
of my first home when
I was 2i’
[living ROOM I
► Boost the feeling
of light and space
with white shutters:
'I chose the shutters
mainly for privacy
but I also like the
uncluttered look they
add/ says Lisa
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'Rust orange is one
of my favourite
colours and perfectly
complements the
sumptuous deep
blue velvet sofa,
a moving-in present
from my sister, from
sofa.com,' Lisa smiles.
'The living room is quite
small so I struggled to
find furniture to fit,
but managed to
source the elegant
wooden cabinet in the
alcove from Homary'
When they got stuck in to stripping the
wallpaper on day one, they realised how wet
the walls actually were, and also discovered
damp in the floorboards, which they were
advised to replace. ‘Also, due to Covid
disruptions, prices for materials were going
up weekly, we had to wait ages for everything
to arrive, and trying to find trades to come
and do the work was difficult, so we decided
to do as much work ourselves as possible,’
says Lisa. The couple took the ceilings down
and stripped the walls back to brick, then got
someone in to re-lay the floors and plaster
the walls. ‘We then reinstated the coving
and picture rail in the living room, and
replaced the old-fashioned gas fireplace with
a log burner and an original Victorian black
fireplace more in keeping with the look of
the house.’
REPLACE FOR SPACE
Looking to boost the existing space, the
couple initially planned to extend the back of
the house, ‘but a surveyor came to look at the
project and gave us some really good advice,
making us question whether we actually need
more space with two of us here,’ says Lisa.
‘So, we decided to keep the layout as it was,
turn what was the dining and living room
into an open-plan kitchen-diner, and convert
the old kitchen on the side of the house into
a utility with downstairs WC. We were glad
we took that call after finding how much
work and money the rest of the house needed.’
So, instead, they took the chimney breast
out, where the sink is now, and ripped out
the old kitchen, which was damp and rotten.
‘We also installed stylish French doors and
we had new windows fitted throughout the
whole house.’ When it came to the layout
of the new kitchen, Lisa already had one in
mind, which made it easier. ‘Designing the
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HOUVtllE EXPOSITION
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LANDING
OUR MUST HAVES Picasso Nouvelle Exhibition
poster, from £13.50, Ink & Drop. Large Gold
framed art deco wall/leaner mirror, £162.95,
Melody Maison. For similar, try Forest Twist Pewter
Grey carpet, £8.49 per sq m, Flooring Superstore
Lisa considered adding panelling here, but
liked the versatility of a gallery wall: 'I started
randomly adding pictures but it looked
messy, so I measured up the prints I had and
pinned up squares of newspaper to design
the layout. I like a look to flow so we've used
the same carpet on the stairs, the landing and
in the bedrooms'
kitchen was fairly straightforward as I knew I
wanted an island and it made sense to put the
dining area near the garden doors, although
in hindsight I wish the island was bigger.’
HOUSE-PROUD
Luckily, upstairs needed far less work, so
the couple could just get the walls skimmed
and then get on with decorating. ‘I chose
Egyptian Cotton by Dulux throughout most
of the house as I love the flow the cohesive
colour injects into the place, and we had
matching wardrobes fitted in both rooms
either side of the chimney breasts,’ Lisa says.
The final big project was transforming the
bathroom. ‘We replaced an ugly corner bath
with a stylish free-standing tub and moved it
so that it was under the window, which meant
re-routing the plumbing but was worth it as
it also makes the room feel bigger,’ explains
Lisa. ‘Not living on-site during the work
о
□
was a bonus as every room needed work, but
having to come to a dark, freezing-cold house
after work and on the weekends during the
winter to get the renovation finished was
really hard.’
It took nine months to get the house to
a finished state, ‘and when moving-in day
finally arrived it was such a relief!’ smiles
Lisa. ‘But although we had some tough times,
I am really proud of the home we’ve created,
and that we’ve chosen everything together.’ ffij
▲ Look into getting
furniture painted if
you're not confident
with upcyding, like
Lisa: 'I felt a lot of
pressure to get it
right, so I paid to
have the bedside
tables professionally
painted instead. It
cost £90 but I bought
them from Facebook
Marketplace and the
total cost was better
than buying new'
MAIN BEDROOM
'Our carpenter suggested taking the
wardrobes all the way to the ceiling but
I wanted them lower and finished with
architrave so that they look like they've
always been here,' Lisa says
OUR MUST HAVES For similar, try Bonnie
floral ruched quilt, £99, Urban Outfitters. Black
and White vintage bouquet print, from £13.50,
Ink & Drop. For similar, try Coleraine Organik
stripe cushion cover, £16.99, Wayfair. Club
wall light in Matt Black, £96.82, Jim Lawrence
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SPARE BEDROOM
OUR MUST HAVES Jaipur cotton
velvet throw in Ink, £160, Christy.
Type 75 desk lamp in Jet Black, £219,
Anglepoise. Musee No: SET.901 (set
of 9 prints), £225, Musee Home
▲ A sleek vanity unit gives Lisa
plenty of storage without taking
up too much floor space. She's
added black accents to tie in with
the rest of the rooms
Lisa prefers to create a
harmonious and cohesive look,
'so I add the interest with texture
and simple pattern, rather than
lots of different colours'
1 chose Egyptian Cotton by Dulux
throughout most of the house as I love
the flow the cohesive colour injects
into the place’
BATHROOM
▲ Lisa likes to inject a touch of
black to each room, 'whether
using a piece of furniture of
simple picture frames. I think
it grounds a look and makes
a room feel balanced'
'Although I went
for a luxe gold feel
with the fixtures
in the kitchen, I
chose chrome here
as I think it gives
a fresher feel in a
bathroom,' says Lisa
OUR MUST HAVES
For similar, try Quattro
Star White patterned
wall and floor
tiles, £19.95 per sq
m, Total Tiles. Matt
White freestanding
double ended Lisbon
bath, £579.97, Better
Bathrooms. Cruze
freestanding bath tap
with shower mixer,
£229.95, Victorian
Plumbing. Yard
diamond tufted anti-slip
bath mat in Brown,
£16, George Home
cosy CONTRAST
In a room with a
pared-back colour
scheme, add geometric
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Make my style
HEXAGON side tabic
Get the look of marble without the price tag with this table DIY that's just like Lisa's
SHOPPING LIST
• 3 hairpin legs and screws • 0.5m x 0.5m
piece of 12mm MDF • jigsaw • sandpaper
• pencil • combi drill • screwdriver
• craft knife • marble-effect self-adhesive
vinyl • old credit card
HOW TO...
1 Trace the around the rim of a large round
dinner plate with a pencil to create a circle
on the surface of a piece of MDF, then use
a ruler to draw a horizontal line through the
centre of your circle.
2 Draw an X over the halved circle, splitting
it up into six equal sections. Turn each of
the six sections into triangles by using a ruler
to draw a straight line under the curved part
of each section, connecting it to the other two
straight lines to form a triangle. Repeat this
process six times to form a hexagon.
3llse a jigsaw to cut out the hexagon, then
sand the edges smooth. Wipe away any
dust from the surface of the hexagon.
4Lay a sheet of marble-effect self-adhesive
vinyl, paper side up, on your worksurface
and place the hexagon on top. Draw around
the hexagon with a pencil, then draw another
line all the way around, 5cm further out than
the first pencil line. Cut around this outer line
with a craft knife.
5Remove the paper backing and carefully
smooth the vinyl over the front surface
of the hexagon. Use an old credit card to
smooth out any air bubbles as you apply the
vinyl. Make small slits in the vinyl at each
corner to help ease it neatly around the edges,
then smooth the ends in place on the reverse
side of the hexagon to create your marble-
effect tabletop.
6With the tabletop right side down, place
the hairpin legs in your desired position and
use a pencil to mark where the pilot holes for
the screws need to be. Carefully drill pilot holes
for your screws on the underside of the tabletop
using the pencil marks as a guide.
7 Place each leg into position, line the holes
in the leg plate up with the holes in the
tabletop, and drive your screws in.
‘I like a look to flow.
I table complements the |
bathroom floor perfectly’
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Steal my style
DOWN to earth
Ground your home in neutrals and nature-inspired prints to
get Lisa's serene interior look
Serena Tan faux
leather bar stool,
£199, Danetti
| lA/fRLD LIVING
This look is all about
texture and layering -
accessories in lots of different
materials will bring an otherwise
neutral scheme to life and add
interest to every corner. Think
natural wood, recycled glass,
brushed gold, and opulent-
feeling fabrics like
velvet
1. Gold Casa speckled vase, £8, Matalan 2. Mango wood arch wall mirror, £45, Habitat 3. Scalloped edged bowl, £2.50, B&M 4. Cut velvet jester oblong
cushion in Monochrome, £26, Next 5. Gold bead metal candlestick, £9.99, Gisela Graham 6. Yucca vintage flower print, from £18, Beach House Art
7. Rex lamp in Stone, £87; 40cm scalloped straight empire shade in Snakeshead by Morris & Co., £153, both Pooky
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Personalitv-filled reno
‘Every room is now a riot
of colour and pattern’
Seeing the potential to add artistic flair to a blank canvas, Tarah Ferguson and Scott
Underwood made this house their own with daring prints and bold shades
When Tarah and Scott met on a
rollercoaster ride in Las Vegas
seven years ago, he already
owned this house. Originally from Vancouver
in Canada, and having previously lived in
London, Tarah moved in with Scott three
years ago, and she’s been putting her own spin
on the place ever since. ‘I first saw the house
a few months into our relationship, and I
could see that it had loads of potential for
bringing in pattern and colour,’ she says.
‘When I first moved to the UK in 2019, my
focus was doing up my flat in London, as that
was where Scott and I spent the majority of
our time together. However, when lockdown
happened, I made the decision to move to
Salisbury full time.’
A FAMILY AFFAIR
This was a perfect opportunity for Tarah
to pick up a paintbrush and start getting
creative. ‘I wanted to make the living room
a little cosier, so we both agreed on Hague
Blue from Farrow Sc Ball, leaving the patio
door wall white as a compromise,’ says Tarah.
‘After that, we moved on to the hallway. I
painted the pattern on the wall inspired by an
abstract design I had fallen in love with.’
▲ The bold blue door is the only hint from this
unassuming, surburban Salisbury home of the
dramatic interior that awaits inside
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Tarah loved the shape and price of this
side table from B&M but not the finish, so
she covered it with a leopard print fabric,
stitching covers for the legs to slip into
and covering the top with her staple gun
OUR MUST HAVES Walls painted in Hague Blue
modern emulsion, £59 for 2.5L, Farrow & Ball. For
similiar, try Model 01 3-seater right corner sofa in
Shadow, £1,499, Swyft. Lion & Peacock print by
Raphael Balme, £245, The Shop Floor Project
LIVING ROOM
► Tarah has
used artwork to
inject personality
throughout the
house: 'The floral
piece, Paper Bouquet
by Emily Filler, is
hands-down one of
my favourites in the
house. It was a 40th
birthday present
from Scott, and it's
particularly special as
I went to high school
with the artist'
The living room was the first
room Tarah tackled, choosing
Hague Blue to create a cosy
atmosphere. Keeping one
wall white - a compromise for
Scott - has made the room
feel fresh and open
WE ARE Tarah Ferguson, an interior
designer @tarahfergusonhome, and Scott
Underwood, who works in IT. We have two
children, Bear, my stepson, aged eight, and
our son, Xavier, two.
OUR HOME IS A four-bedroom
detached house built in 2013 in Wiltshire.
FOR INSPIRATION I love reading
interiors magazines and scrolling on
Instagram. Also, travelling is a great way to
immerse myself in new interior experiences.
MY BEST IDEA The banquette in the
dining room is a really good use of space,
and we spend a lot of time there as a family.
MY BEST BUYS The two side chairs
currently in the bedroom. I purchased
them for £45 each from eBay and got them
reupholstered. They are so comfortable!
OUR BIGGEST CHALLENGE Putting
up the coving in the playroom - it just kept
falling down, but we got there in the end.
▼ Feature Dilly Orme Photos David Parmiter
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When it came to redoing her stepson Bear’s
bedroom, Tarah included him in making
decisions on colours and patterns. ‘He picked
his favourite shades of blue, and got creative
painting ‘ninjas’ on the wall, which are still
featured to this day,’ smiles Tarah. ‘I also
included a mudcloth print too, as he is part
South African, plus a place for him to draw
and showcase his art, which is also shown
off to full effect in a gallery wall above the
dining table.’
IN-HOUSE INSPIRATION
In fact, Bear’s art was the starting point for
the kitchen design - Scott’s only request
for the decor was that they include his
artwork significantly, so Tarah used that
as her inspiration for the look, along with
the Sketch restaurant’s iconic art display by
India Mahdavi. ‘I decided to display the art
in a similar way to the original Sketch art
display, in what is now the dining area,’ she
says. ‘Scott built the banquette seating and I
KITCHEN
After receiving pricey quotes for a new
kitchen, Tarah and Scott instead decided to
update the existing units themselves with
paint and new handles, opting for a brass
finish which ties in beautifully with the lights
they found later at Pooky
OUR MUST HAVES Units painted in Goodhome
durable Sedona matt cabinet & wardrobe paint,
£22 per 750ml, B&Q. Kilburn brass knob, £12;
Kilburn 128mm cabinet handle, £16.80, both
Corston Architectural Detail. Haven Mosaics
Columbus tile, £199.94 per sq m, Claybrook Studio
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BOSH!

FAMILY DINING
Maximise a dining
area with a built-in
corner bench to give you
much more seating space
than individual
chairs
▼ 'We created extra storage by stacking five IKEA Eket
cube shelves on top of one another, and adding a door
to the bottom one to store random papers, Lego pieces
and charging cables that seem to find their way into the
kitchen,' says Tarah. She painted the shelves the same as
the cabinets to give them a seamless, built-in look
4 The couple installed banquettes in the
dining nook to maximise seating space, and
added deep seat pads to make it feel comfy
and relaxed. 'Not only does this nook serve as
the family gathering place for all meals, it is
also a homework hub, art studio, and where
we entertain friends and family when they
stop by,' says Tarah
ordered and covered the foam in the different
types of fabric. Once that was in place, we
needed to tackle the rest of the space.’
The kitchen was a great opportunity for
Tarah to illustrate to Scott what could be
done on a budget, for minimum spend,
maximum impact. ‘When we first looked
at updating the kitchen with new units,
worktops and appliances, quotes were coming
in between £15,000 and £20,000, so we
decided to paint the existing units and add
new handles,’ explains Tarah. ‘Scott chose the
colour of the units, then I chose the tiles and
the worktop. I didn’t want white tiles, as the
worktops were already white and I wanted
to add more interest, so I searched for a long
time for the right tiles to bring everything
together. I eventually found what I was
HALLWAY
'I wanted to create a colourful and functional seating area
that would be perfect for sitting down to put shoes on, as
well as a place to gather everyday things like book bags
and water bottles before heading out the door,' says Tarah
OUR MUST HAVES Walls painted in Johnstone's wall &
ceiling matt paint in Oatcake, £22 for 2.5L, B&Q. Seat covered in
textile baranquilla linen 315 in Wine, currently priced at £189.32
per m, Svenskt Tenn. Large round cream stripe storage basket
with handles, £19, The Basket Company
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PLAYROOM
It’s actually much more than a playroom
- it’s a library,
If you like the playful
design of this wall,
create a bespoke
wallpaper inspired
by your children's
own designs and
get it printed by
a company such
as Wallsauce
OUR MUST HAVES
Walls painted in Duck
Egg matt emulsion,
£19 for 2.5L, Homebase.
Berlin 3-seater sofa
in Kingfisher, £1,709,
Swoon. Les Bidules
wallpaper by Pierre
Frey, £120 per roll,
TM Interiors
▲ Lively cushions and soft toys make the sofa fun and cosy. Above,
a variety of playful prints and colourful artwork are displayed, many
holding sentimental value and fond memories for Tarah and her family
looking for in Claybrook Studios in London.’
The family bathroom is another example of
a cost-effective update. All the sanitaryware
was kept as it was and Tarah transformed the
room with painted patterns. ‘First, I painted
a feature wall with a leopard-print inspired
design, then I painted the ceiling with
stripes and the tiles with a blue and yellow
block print. Finally, we laid a simple black
and white self-adhesive floor tile,’ she says.
FABRIC FOCUS
When it came the main bedroom, Tarah
had already found the fabrics she wanted
to use for the headboard, so she based the
rest of the design around these. T liked the
visual interest and versatility of the Kelly
Wearstler Graffito Onyx-Beige fabric, so
I used that in the middle of the bed. I also
really liked the joyful and dynamic patterns
of the Regate Fabric by Lelievre, and thought
it complemented the Kelly Wearstler fabric
well, so I decided to flank each side of the
headboard with it,’ says Tarah. ‘Then I picked
the fabric for the cushions and the papers for
the side tables to tie the whole look together.’
Previously, the nursery was Tarah s home
video games room, family movie room, and even a sleepover
space using the outdoor sofa cushions as mattresses’
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'Since the headboard was rather large, I
wanted the pattern on the side tables to
add a pop of colour in front, so I decided to
decoupage them in a gorgeous malachite
paper,' Tarah explains
OUR MUST HAVES For similar, try Mono face
linen cushion, £14, furn. Florentine Flowers curtain
fabric, £132 per m, Beata Heuman. For similar,
try Satellite 3-arm semi flush ceiling light in Satin
Brass, £85, John Lewis & Partners
office but when she found out she was
pregnant, it made sense to redecorate it ready
for the new arrival. ‘I wanted to use a gender-
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▲ 'The bedside tables were only supposed to
be temporary, as initially Scott thought the
patterns were a little much, but we still have
them, with no plans to change them anytime
soon,' says Tarah
neutral pattern that wasn’t too babyish, so our
child could grow with it for a while, so I went
for a pattern which had naive line drawings
of animals,’ says Tarah. ‘The subtle backdrop
has served us well as we transition Xavier’s
nursery into a new toddler zone, allowing us
to add more age-appropriate accessories while
still feeling whimsical and bespoke.’
The couple’s last project was the playroom.
‘I wanted to take advantage of the height
and add plenty of storage for toys, games
and books, and maximise the floor space for
play,’ says Tarah. The resulting scheme has
made this room the unexpected hub of their
home, where they most enjoy spending time
together. ‘It’s actually much more than a
playroom - it’s a library, video games room,
family movie room, and even a sleepover
space using the outdoor sofa cushions as
mattresses, where we can be together as
a family,’ she smiles. ‘We never seem to go
in the living room, which is funny as that’s
where this decorating adventure began!’ ffil
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'The goal for the nursery was to create a fun, colourful
space that could function well for a new-born, toddler
and beyond,' says Tarah. 'We can easily move the
furniture and shift the art to quickly change the look
of the space as Xavier grows up'
OUR MUST HAVES Walls painted in Royal Sapphire (top) and Sky (bottom)
vinyl silk emulsion paint, both £15 for 2.5L, Wickes. Kuba by Warwick
headboard fabric in Ochre, £41.60 per m, Jane Clayton. For similar, try Leksand
cushion cover in Beige, £16, Nordic Nest
OUR MUST HAVES Mini cot bed in White Beech, £249,
Mokee. For similar, try HOMCOM tall 6-tier wooden S-shape
bookcase, £60.99, Robert Dyas. For similar, try Red Apple
and Green Pear prints, from £23.91 for 2, PixaArt on Etsy
Mix a variety of patterns
for a fun feel - in the
'Bear, who loves Minecraft, Pokemon and drawing, and I designed
his bedroom together,' says Tarah. 'Floating shelves were put up to
display his art, Lego and rare Pokemon cards - his current faves at the
moment. These can be easily swapped out as his interests change and
his aesthetic evolves,' says Tarah
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'My plan was to create a family bathroom that was
colourful, functional, and so fun that the children
gravitated towards the space, making morning and
evening routines fuss-free and enjoyable,' explains Tarah
OUR MUST HAVES Ceiling stripes painted in Saffron vinyl matt
emulsion paint, £15 for 2.5L, Wickes. Chatsworth Blue 1700
traditional front bath panel, £159.95, Victorian Plumbing. Step
stool and window treatment fabric in Asteria's Folly Day, £120
per m, Beata Heuman
bathroom Tarah uses stipes,
a leopard print and a block
print, using the same
shades so they all hold .
together
NURSERY
BEAR’S ROOM
PATTERN CLASH
BATHROOM
REAL HOME
Make my style
HALLWAY bench seat
Make a stylish first impression with a hallway bench seat in a
statement print, like Tarah
SHOPPING LIST
• Wooden bench seat • 2.44m x 1.22m x
12mm sheet of MDF • jigsaw • pencil
• tape measure • sandpaper • 100mm
upholstery foam • spray upholstery adhesive
• scissors or craft knife • fabric • staple gun
• combi drill • screwdriver • wall mounting
head board brackets
Project Anna-Lisa De'Ath Styling Dilly Orme Photos David Parmiter
HOW TO...
ITo make the upholstered seat, first measure
the top of your bench. Draw out these
measurements onto a sheet of MDF, then draw
another line all the way around, 5cm further out
than the first pencil line. Using this outer line as
a guide, use a jigsaw to cut your sheet of MDF to
size. Sand the edges smooth.
2 Cut a piece of upholstery foam to the same
size as this cut piece of MDF. Spray the top
of the MDF sheet with upholstery adhesive and
position the foam on top, making sure all the
edges marry up neatly.
3Lay the fabric right side facing down on the
floor, making sure it is 15cm larger all the way
round than the cut piece of MDF. Place the MDF
board on top with the foam side down. Working
from the first long edge, carefully pull the edge
of the fabric taut over the MDF board. Staple it
into position as you work, making sure to keep
it taut and wrinkle free. Repeat for the opposite
long edge, then the two shorter edges, folding
the corners neatly. Once you're happy with the
tautness and neatness of the upholstery, carefully
trim away any excess fabric.
4With the MDF side of the seat pad facing up,
place the bench seat on top and screw through
from the underside of the bench at each corner
and in the centre to attach it to the MDF. Drill pilot
holes first to make this job easier.
5To make the upholstered backrest, draw three
40cm-high arch shapes next to each other onto
a sheet of MDF, making sure their overall length
matches that of the bench seat. Cut out the back
piece using a jigsaw, then repeat steps 2-3 to
upholster it.
6Attach the back piece to the wall using wall
mounting headboard brackets, ensuring you
place it centrally over where you want to position
the bench.
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Steal my style
House OF FUN
Go maximalist to the maximum like Tarah with bold colour and pattern
on everything from mugs to wallcoverings
1. Geometric Burgundy Red glass candle holder, £14, Talking Tables 2. Sybil print in Purple, from £9, Gail Myerscough 3. Green embossed patterned mug, £14.50,
Spicer & Wood 4. Cotton velvet cushion in Pottery Blue, £20, The Cotswold Company 5. Lucilla boucle dining chair in Orange Umber, £169, Dunelm 6. Rosetta Blue
patterned tiles, £66.15 per sq m, Porcelain Superstore 7. Velvet lampshade in Rebel Knit Malachite, £75, The Curious Department
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long weekend? Get our top tips
and product picks
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HOME IMPROVEMENT
▲ Conjure up a cottagey ambience
with ripe fruits and trailing stems
Forgotten Fruits wallpaper in Duck Egg
and Pomegranate on Vintage Cream, £62
per 10m roll, Lucie Annabel
▲ This classic cast iron radiator
comes with a lifetime guarantee
(but, sadly, not the cat!)
Victorian 4 column cast iron radiator,
from £240, Renaissance at Home
▲ This engineered floor closely resembles solid oak and is compatible
with underfloor heating
Oak antique oiled wood floor, £84.50 per sq m, The Natural Wood Floor Company
▼ Ageless, velvety deep blue paint gives a
seamless finish to walls and woodwork
Crafted by Crown luxurious flat matt emulsion in Abstract
Art, £37.60 for 2.5L, Crown Decorating Centres
HOWTO INJECT
CHARACTER INTO
YOUR HOME
Follow our guide to bring personality and charm
to every room - whatever your property's age
Much as many of us would love for our homes to be full of interesting
features, the reality is that these are often lacking. Perhaps a previous
owner thought it a good idea to rip out the original Victorian or
Edwardian fireplaces and picture rails - believe it or not, this was a trend in
the 1960s and 1970s - or maybe you live in a modern or brand-new house that
was devoid of personality to start with. Here’s our how-to guide to help you go
about restoring or adding character, no matter the age of your home or your
decorating budget.
I Put up panelling
on the walls
Timber or MDF panelling can lend
a traditional feel to interiors along
with depth and texture, creating
shadows as the light hits it. Narrow,
beaded panelling is best for a period
room, and Shaker-style panels suit both
contemporary and older homes.
Panelling is quick to fit, inexpensive and
comes in many lengths and widths. Nail or
glue them directly onto the wall once they
have been cut to size.
A single feature wall panelled from
floor to ceiling adds impact in a small
space, or choose to panel the area below
a dado rail and paint the top half in a
contrasting shade. You can also create
a cosy, cottage-style ambience with
tongue-and-groove panelling that has
the added bonus of covering marks and
other imperfections.
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▲ Stained glass effect window film
provides privacy and a period vibe
Agadir window film, £13.95 for 31.5 sq
cm, Purlfrost
'Be authentic to
r the original building, make 1
r the most of any existing features i
r and stick to the specific period - for ,
example, fit a Victorian-style fireplace
in a Victorian house as an Art Deco model
won't look right. New reproductions are often
cheaper than period items but reclaimed are
even better as they have a story behind them.
In a new home, accessories such as lighting,
switch plates and radiators can be very
effective at adding character.'
George Clarke, architect
and TV presenter
▲ Strategically placed lighting draws
attention to interesting walls
Welford picture wall light, £100; Kingsbury
walnut table lamp, £100, both Garden Trading
▲ Stripwood wall panelling is cost-effective, easy to
install and just requires a lick of paint
Richard Burbidge pine stripwood, £2.10 per 2.4m, Builder Depot
▲ Indistinguishable from the real thing, brick slips are as easy to
fit as tiles
London Weathered Yellow brick slips, £22.99 per 50 sq cm, Brick Slips
Reinstate
decorative
mouldings
Coving, picture and dado
rails, architraves, skirting and
ceiling roses are all types of decorative
moulding. As well as providing visual
interest, their purpose was originally
very practical - coving covered the join
between the wall and ceiling; dado rails
prevented scuff damage from chairs and
other furniture; and ceiling roses were
fitted to hide ugly wiring. Mouldings were
traditionally cast in plaster, a material that's
heavy, pricey and potentially tricky to fit.
Hardened polyurethane, polystyrene and
softwood - the latter typically used for
skirting and architraves - are lightweight,
less costly options that you can simply nail
on the wall. Break up the space by fitting a
dado or picture rail and decorating the two
sections of wall in different colours.
Focus on fireplaces
It's worth investigating
whether a bare chimney breast
was boarded up to cover a
fireplace behind - a hollow
sound when knocking will alert you to
the position of the opening. Plasterboard
can be removed with a hammer and chisel,
but ask a builder to tackle a bricked-up
fireplace or widen an existing opening.
Depending on what's revealed, you may
be able to restore an original fireplace and
surround, or replace it with reclaimed or
reproduction models. You must get the
chimney inspected and cleaned if you plan
to use it. New homes rarely have flues,
but a prefabricated flue fitted in a faux
chimney breast or vented to an outside
wall will allow you to have a gas fire or log
burner. The simplest solution is a realistic
electric fire or stove, which only requires
a plug socket.
Emphasize
architectural
details
Show off architectural
elements with clever use of
paint. Colour is your friend here - try a dark
shade on the window frames, architraves
and skirting and to highlight the inside of
an archway, for example where an internal
wall's been removed to open up two
rooms into one. Draw attention to a picture
rail - and the room's height - by painting
the area above it and the ceiling white, or
add horizontal bands of colour just below
the coving.
In a home that's not blessed with period
details, create the illusion of a dado or
picture rail with a dark hue on the lower
part of the wall and a paler one at the top.
Fake the appearance of panelling with
wallpaper, and you can even fashion a faux
dado from replica tiles.
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▼ A parquet-effect vinyl floor is a practical
and purse-friendly alternative to wood
Zeena Ancares herringbone Brown sheet vinyl
flooring, £24.99 per sq m, Carpetright
j
1
▲ Ramp up the glamour
with a glass pendant shade
Laura Ashley Rhosill Easy Fit
pendant, £135, Amos Lighting
◄ Bring a nostalgic feel in the bathroom
with inventive use of tiles
Ceramic dado architectural moulding in Black,
£4.74; Seaton ceramic tiles in Gulls Egg, £81.60 per
76 sq cm; marble tumbled floor tiles in Long Island
and Kendal, from £90 per sq m, all Ca' Pietra
If you don't fancy fitting tongue-
and-groove panelling, how about this
lookalike wallpaper instead?
Wood panel sage wallpaper, £12 per roll, Dunelm A
'Lighting is one of
the most impactful ways to
add character to a home, whether
new or more traditional. In a new build
it can be particularly underwhelming
recessed LED downlights are fine for kitchens
and bathrooms but can make what should be a
cosy living space feel a bit like an office. Switching
out basic fixtures for statement fittings gives your
space the all-important wow factor. Light fittings
act as the jewellery of your room and as should
not only provide great illumination, but also
к	look fabulous/
r Rebecca Pagan, commercial
director at Pagazzi
Lighting
Layer the lighting
The most effective lighting
schemes are made up of
layers of light from several
sources, which are combined
as required to suit the room's function
and mood. The first layer is background
or ambient lighting, and you'll need
task lighting to illuminate an area you're
working or relaxing in - perhaps a desk or
chair when reading - plus accent lighting
to accentuate attractive details.
Choose fittings in keeping with your
home's age or the style you're recreating.
For example, in a living room a central
chandelier works well teamed with fixed
and portable lamps for reading along with
wall lights that sweep light up or down
to highlight a fireplace, piasterwork or a
favourite painting. Hang pendants above
a dining table and kitchen island, ensuring
they're carefully positioned to avoid glare.
Fit the right
flooring
Wood is timeless, sustainable
and very durable, so if
you're lucky enough to
uncover original timber floorboards in your
home, restore them to their former glory
by sanding and sealing after filling any
gaps. Otherwise, invest in a new solid or
engineered wood floor in an antique-effect
parquet or plank design, or, if your budget
doesn't stretch that far, go for laminate or
luxury vinyl tiles that look just like timber.
Period-style patterned porcelain and
ceramic tiles are ideal for halls, kitchens
and bathrooms, as is natural stone, and
fit neutral flatweave carpets for a touch of
warmth in bedrooms.
You won't want to replace freshly-laid
floors in a new-build, so disguise them
with vintage-inspired rugs if they're not to
your taste.
Focus on windows
It's hard to love your
windows when the originals
have been swapped for tilt
and turns that jar with your
home's design, or if you're stuck with new
ones that it doesn't make sense to change.
However, you can dress them so that
you barely notice they're not the sashes
or casements you'd crave if money was
no object.
Fit sheer Roman blinds to conceal
unsightly frames without restricting
daylight, and soften with full length
curtains. Adjustable slatted shutters are
another option and once fitted, need
nothing more than an occasional wipe.
Restoring or replacing stained glass is very
expensive but get the look for a fraction of
the cost with made-to-measure window
film that you can apply yourself. Plain and
patterned frosted glass is available too.
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▲ A painted stripe along top of the wall
highlights a tall ceiling and shapely coving
Wall in Eucalyptus Leaf Flat paint and Stripe in Rose
Quartz, Rose Petal and Blue Spa Ultra Flat ceiling
paint, from £22.50 for 0.94L, all Benjamin Moore
8 Work the walls
Evoke a vintage feel by
choosing muted rather than
bright shades for your wall
treatments. Most brands
offer a range of flat matt heritage paints
in saturated tones - a good starting point
when stuck for inspiration. Alternatively,
florals, botanicals or other richly-patterned
wallpapers are perfect for setting the
scene - small scale prints suit most rooms,
whereas large repeats are particularly
effective on wide expanses of wall.
To achieve a more rustic finish, strip
back timber skirting boards and doors to
raw wood and install open shelves and
peg rails on the walls. If your heart is set
on an exposed brick wall, brick slips save
a lot of time and effort. They're light and
applied just like tiles, without the hassle
of removing plaster from, cleaning, and
sealing the wall.
► Complete your
living room with an
elegant Victorian-
style fireplace
Gallery Palmerston
54-inch cast iron fire
surround, from £795;
Sovereign tiled cast iron
insert, from £554.95,
both Direct Fireplaces
◄ Compensate
for a lack of
period features
with a gallery
wall showcasing
architectural prints
Prints from £9.57;
Black frames, from
£16.95, all Desenio
▲ Inspired by 19th century encaustic floor
tiles, versatile vinyl is hard-wearing and
low maintenance
Northbrooke Pembroke vinyl tiles in Slate, £57.49
per sq m, Harvey Maria
9 Add finishing
touches
Even bland, boxy rooms
can be transformed by
carefully chosen furniture
and accessories. Don't go overboard and
fill them with antiques - instead mix new,
pared-back pieces such as a velvet sofa
with the odd vintage find like an armchair
or bookcase. Swap modern handlesand
knobs on doors and kitchen cabinets for
traditional designs in brass or bronze,
upgrade electric sockets and switches
and get a plumber to fit classic column
radiators, sold in a wide spectrum of
finishes. Buy an antiqued mirror and hang
art and prints on a gallery wall, grouped
by colour, theme or type of frame. Arrange
cushions and throws in coordinating
fabrics on sofas and beds, and display
curated collections of glassware, pottery
and other knick-knacks.
HOW TO SHOP FOR
RECLAIMED PIECES
•	Reclamation is big business and
you'll be able to source everything
from salvaged building materials to
period floors, fireplaces and doors.
Start by measuring the space where
what you're after needs to fit, and
research prices, factoring in the
cost of delivery - and restoration if
relevant - as well as installation.
•	Buying secondhand doesn't mean
you'll be getting a bargain, as old
bricks and timber flooring, for
example, can be more expensive
than their brand new equivalents.
Ask about guarantees and returns
policies and check items thoroughly
for damage. Find out where they
came from, and whether radiators,
baths and light fittings have been
refurbished or if work's required.
•	Facebook Marketplace and eBay
are generally the cheapest but least
reliable sources and you might have
to buy sight unseen if the seller's
some distance away. Visit antiques
warehouses, fairs and markets, and
reclamation or architectural salvage
yards which are located across the
country. Browse listings and search
for general and specialist dealers at
salvoweb.com. For peace of mind,
buy from those signed up to the Salvo
Code as this indicates good practice
and reliable provenance. If you can't
find what you're looking for, the
dealer may be able to track it down.
▲ Recently-expanded Aspal Antiques in
Suffolk is a treasure trove for all sorts of
vintage finds
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BUYER'S GUIDE	1
Choose the right
decorating, iooti
^or theJob
Arm yourself with the proper kit to get the best
results for your next painting or papering project
If you’re about to embark on a spot of
decorating this spring, you need to kit
yourself out with the right tools, not only
to carry out the job, but also to prep the area
beforehand, to ensure you achieve a perfect
finish. Whether you need to remove old
wallpaper, strip paint from your woodwork or
get tooled up to paint and paper your walls,
read on to discover the best tools for the job, no
matter what your budget,
▼ Fortress trade 9-inch pro big roller and brush
20-piece set, £27.99, Screwfix
IcbRAblW
U&tti t&prep a
Nick Parsons, UK test painter for Harris
Brushes, has these prep tips:
'When it comes to painting your walls,
preparation is key. Remove furniture and
protect the floor with a dust sheet. Next,
inspect old paintwork and lightly rub over
any imperfections with an appropriate grade
sandpaper or sanding block - remember to
wear a PPE mask to protect yourself from
dust. If removing wallpaper, thoroughly wipe
the wall with sugar soap to remove any paste
residue if repainting.
'Repair cracks and holes by firstly cleaning
the surface with sugar soap to remove any
dust then, using a filling knife, push filler
into the gaps until smooth and finally sand
with a fine sandpaper. Mask off areas such
as skirting boards, doorframes, light sockets,
and window sills.
'For precise painting, use a blade brush to cut
in - Harris' Ultimate Blade Brush has a very
fine wide tip - aiming for a 5-1 Ocm painted
area around the edges. By following these
steps, you can ensure that your walls are
properly prepped for painting, resulting in a
professional and long-lasting finish.'
SANDERS
When it comes to removing paint or
varnish from woodwork, an electric
sander will save you a lot of time and
effort. For sanding large flat areas, a
sheet, belt or random orbital sander
will make light work of the task.
However, if you're sanding fiddly
areas, such as architraves or stair
spindles, then a detail sander will
allow you to get into small, awkward
spaces. Expect to pay anything
from £25 up to £700 for an electric
sander depending on its spec. If you
want the control to work slowly on
certain projects, opt for a sander with
adjustable speeds or choose a manual
hand sander. Hand sanders obviously
require more effort than electric ones,
but they only cost around £15 and
are much sturdier than cheap foam
sanding blocks.
First-time decorators should try
this handy kit. It contains a 9-inch
roller, with a polyester sleeve,
a 4-inch roller, with a polyester
sleeve for walls and ceilings and a
foam one for gloss work. It comes
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The Steamforce Plus is a powerful wallpaper steamer
with a 4L tank capacity, which can remove all wallpaper
types, including multi-layered, painted and the
dreaded Artex, using steam. It's supplied with a large,
lightweight steam plate for fast wallpaper removal and
includes a generous 3.7m long, cool-touch steam hose
for flexibility and a large working range. It also comes
with a three-year guarantee for peace of mind
Wagner 12V 2000W 4L wallpaper stripper, £41, B&Q
This wallpaper stripper heats up in just
50 seconds and gives 60 minutes of
use. It has a 3m-long 'cool to touch'
steam hose, so you easily reach the top
of your walls. This model is supplied
with 2-in-1 steam plate and 2m-long
cable, plus it has
a 2.4L capacity
water tank
The triple-headed Paper
Tiger has scoring wheels
that perforate wallpaper
effectively. It cuts through
layers of paper without
damaging the walls with its
automatic depth control.
Use it with DIF Concentrate
wallpaper stripper
Zinsser DIF Concentrate
wallpaper stripper, £13.79 for
1L, Brewers. Zinsser Paper Tiger
Triple Head wallpaper scoring
tool, £16.98, Screwfix
Quick steam
wallpaper
stripper, £58.95,
Draper Tools
WALLPAPER
STRIPPERS
Removing wallpaper can be a tiresome
task, but steam strippers make the job
a lot easier. By forcing steam through
wallpaper, steamers remove both the
glue and wallpaper from the wall.
These steamers can often be operated
with no hands, which frees you up to
perform other jobs while the steamer is
running. They can cost anything from
£35 up to £75, depending on its tank
capacity and functions. However, if you
only have a feature wall to strip, you
may not want to invest in a steamer.
In which case, scoring the paper with
a special tool and soaking it with a
wallpaper stripper solution to dissolve
the glue will do the job. This method
takes more time and elbow grease
than using a steamer, but only costs a
few pounds.
If you prefer to sand your
projects by hand, this sander
is ideal as it's much more
sturdy than a basic foam
block. It features clamps
that are designed to hold
the sanding paper to avoid
any slippage. The bi-material
handle is designed to ensure
good grip and comfort,
This cordless random orbital sander gives a
high quality, swirl-free finish. It's compact and
ergonomically designed to fit comfortably in the
hand. It has enough runtime to complete most DIY
tasks and comes with a soft bag to store the tools
and its accessories. Part of the 18V POWERCONNECT
range, this orbital sander is supplied without a
battery, making it the ideal choice if you already own a
Black+Decker 18V lithium-ion product with a battery
Black-hDecker 18V Cordless random orbital sander, currently
priced at £50.99, Amazon
This 7г sheet sander has
variable speeds and а Xх"
hook-and-loop system
for changing sanding
sheets. Its soft grip handle
is comfortable and the
dust bag keeps your work
area clean. It comes with
sandpaper, a 1-piece hole
especially during prolonged
periods of time
Stanley hand sander 230mm x
80mm, £14.99. Screwfix
punch, dustbin and adaptor
and a 2-year guarantee
Mac Allister 300W 220-240V
corded 7г sheet sander, £39, B&Q
This comprehensive kit has all the products for the majority of
decorating jobs. To help with the prep, there's a 2000W hot air
gun, a 220W tri-base detail sander, plus a scraper and a filling
knife. Once prepped, paint can be applied using a choice of
two rollers, with spare sleeves and a tray, or the expert quality
STARTER
KITS
If you've not done any decorating
before, a starter bundle kit is a
smart way to get all the basic
tools you'll need. Some kits are
geared more towards painting
than wallpapering, offering a range
of rollers and trays, along with
brushes for gloss and emulsion.
If you want to paper your walls, a
paper hanging kit contains pasting
brushes, a wallpaper scraper,
scissors and a seam roller. These
kits cost from as little as £8. If you
can, invest in a comprehensive
starter kit containing tools, like a
hot air gun, an electric sander and
a filling knife, to help you prep your
surfaces. You can expect to pay
around £100 for this type
of bundle.
For hard-to-reach areas, use the 4-inch
frame, three sleeves and tray. The mini
roller and 1.5-inch brush are for cutting
in. Plus, a dust sheet and masking tape
Hynec Technologies medium paint roller set,
£24.99, Amazon
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STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
revamp repair tecgcte
Give an old freestanding enamel bath a glamorous metallic
makeover using this clever copper-leafing technique
One way of getting the luxurious look
of a real copper bath is to cover the
outside of an enamel bath in copper
leaf Copper is a very warm and rich, gingery
red colour and, as it’s a shiny metal, emits
light. To soften its appearance, something
cool and deep is needed underneath, to show
through. Here, Annie Sloan has used chalk
paint in Florence - a coppery green colour,
similar to verdigris, like the Statue of Liberty.
SHOPPING LIST
Annie Sloan chalk paint in Florence
medium oval brush ✓ water-based gold
size ✓ flat synthetic brush, to apply the
gold size ✓ sheets of copper leaf
✓ talcum powder (optional) ✓ dry, firm
but soft-haired brush, to push down the
copper leaf V clear wax ✓ soft, clean, dry,
lint-free cloth, to apply the wax
1 Paint the outside of the bath in the
Florence chalk paint with the medium
oval brush. When it is dry, paint over it with
gold size, using the flat synthetic brush.
2 While the size is becoming clear, take
a sheet of copper leaf and lightly crumple
it in your hands. If you find the leaf sticks to
your hands, put a light covering of talcum
powder on them. Gently flatten out the leaf.
3Lay the flattened sheet of leaf on
the sticky size - don't do this until the
size is completely clear with no white areas.
I like to lay the leaf on with one hand and
hold the firm brush in the other and use it
to position the leaf.
4Brush the leaf all over firmly. The
folds in the leaf will make small cracks
and gaps so the green paint underneath will
show through. The finish will probably look
quite messy at this point. Repeat steps 2-4
with the remaining sheets of copper leaf.
5 Once you have applied the copper
leaf all over the side of the bath,
use a soft cloth to coat it with clear wax.
This will remove any excess gold leaf and
flatten everything out, giving a smooth
finish. If you want to see more of the green
underneath, rub a little harder so that some
of the copper leaf is removed.
This project is an edited extract from
The Annie Sloan Collection by Annie
Sloan (CICO Books, £19.99). Photography
by Christopher Drake © CICO Books
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at this stage too, such as handles, to replace with new
ones. You may also need to lubricate the hinges so they
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Before any painting project, clean the surface
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bark annually.
3 Clean your pathway by
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power wash it to remove
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4 Add a splash of colour
with florals - place fresh
flowers in hanging baskets
and window boxes, as well as
potted plants and shrubs.
5 Invest in a wooden or
plastic store at the side of
your property to hide your
bins and recycling boxes.
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will have benefitted from the cover they
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actively growing, now is the time to cut back
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Start to sow seeds of annuals at the end of
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as long as the ground isn’t waterlogged or
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gorgeous cut flower too!
Put the verticals of your garden
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filled with varieties such as tumbling
cherry tomatoes and strawberries.
Having the crops above ground level
helps avoid slug damage. While it's
safe to plant strawberries outside,
tomato plants are not hardy so
whether you grow them from seed
or buy small plantlets, hold back on
exposing them to the weather until
it warms up in late May.
Plant shallot and onion sets in
weed-free soil, cover with fleece
for the first few weeks or until
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firmly, to prevent the birds pulling
them out.
If the weather isn't too
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▼ Sow half-hardy annuals like strawflowers
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June for a burst of late-summer colour!
Plant out early varieties of
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Crocosmia ‘Montbretia’ and gladioli in free-draining
soil, to a depth of at least two to three times their
size. If you garden on heavy clay soil, improve
its structure by incorporating some horticultural
grit into the planting hole. These hardy summer
flowering bulbs and corms could also be planted
into containers filled with a peat-free, loam-based
compost, to provide stunning focal points on
balconies, terraces and patios.
The flowering buds of rhododendrons and azaleas
are beginning to swell and will benefit from a feed
of ericaceous fertiliser to ensure a colourful display.
Give shrubs, roses and climbers a general-purpose
fertiliser such as pelleted chicken manure.
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support out of bamboo poles and position it in full
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of paint. Exterior paints are available in a plethora
of beautiful muted or bold tones and are designed
to protect these structures from the harsh elements
1 Wickes Bondex Premium Opaque Wood Stain
•	An opaque wood paint that can also be used on steel
and uPVC surfaces, giving up to 12 years protection from
the elements. As a stain, rather than a paint, this finish
allows a little of the wood's natural grain to shine through
Bondex Premium Opaque wood stain in Nordic Blue,
£34 for 2.5L, Wickes
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be used on wood, metal, terracotta and stone items to give
a matt finish. It's also shower-resistant within an hour!
GoodHome Garden Colours matt multi-surface paint in Inuvik
(shed exterior), Almeria (shed door), Rathgar (fence) and Kinsale
(flowerpot), £19 each for 2.5L, B&Q
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table top), Mushroom (bench legs and table legs), and Hazelnut
(slatted fence), £19.20 each for 1L, Protek
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Available in Bronze, Copper, Silver and Gold, they allow you
to bring a shimmering touch to wooden and metal surfaces
Royal Metallics Copper paint, on bench end, £22.98 for
1L, Protek
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•	Update your garden furniture with this beautiful range
of water-based, UV resistant, chalk and mineral paints.
There are 25 colours, plus additional limited edition shades
Al Fresco paint in Dusky Pink and Greyhound, £21.95 for 750ml,
Frenchic Paint
6Cuprinol Garden Shades
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Garden Shades collection, inspired by nature
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wood and painted wooden structures, use sandpaper
to smooth the surface to ensure the paint adheres. For
previously painted metal structures, use a wire brush to
remove any flaking paint, rust and grime. Wear a face
mask to avoid inhaling the dust particles
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Thanks to cries from its
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has expanded its vegetarian
range to include a Four Cheese
Macaroni. Cheesier than the
original (and without the
bacon), this dish features
tangy Barbers Cheddar, slightly
sweet and nutty Emmental,
umami-rich Regato and creamy
Mozzarella, all combining for
a satisfying cheese pull. It's
topped with more cheese and
a parsley crumb. Serve it with a
lightly dressed, crunchy garden
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112 Easter made easy Simple yet
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117 Eat the season: spinach Get
your greens in at breakfast, lunch
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119 Something to sip Start your
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Enjoy a cracking Easter feast with these simple recipes
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YOU WILL NEED
✓ 3 parsnips (about 300g), peeled and
quartered ✓ 1 tbsp olive oil ✓ 4 Charlotte
potatoes (about 400g), cut into wedges
✓ 200g radishes, trimmed i/ 1 garlic bulb,
g halved ✓ 5 sprigs rosemary ✓ salt and
 pepper ✓ 2 tbsp redcurrant jelly Waitrose
I Boneless Extra Trimmed Welsh Half Leg of
Lamb (about 750g)	200ml fresh chicken
stock (ensure gluten-free)
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waitrose.com
One-pot leg of lamb
with redcurrant
jelly glaze

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DIRECTIONS
	Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/gas
mark 4. Put the parsnips in a large roasting tin
and sprinkle over 1/г tbsp oil. Season and roast
for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and
add the potatoes, radishes, garlic halves and
rosemary sprigs to the tin. Toss together in the
remaining 1A tbsp oil and season.
	Warm the redcurrant jelly in the microwave
and brush all over the lamb. Season and
sit the lamb on top of the vegetables, then
pour in the stock. Roast for 1 hour, turning
the vegetables halfway through. Ensure the
surface of the meat is thoroughly cooked and
the juices run clear, then remove from the
oven and squeeze the roasted garlic out into
the roasting tin. Mix with the vegetables and
roasting juices and transfer to a serving dish.
 Slice the lamb and arrange on top of
the vegetables, drizzling with the roasting
juices. Serve with steamed greens and more
redcurrant jelly on the side, if liked.
PREPARATION
TIME 20 minutes
COOKING TIME
1 hour 15 minutes
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FOOD & DRINK
Creamy mushroom
and leek pie with
balsamic potatoes
and asparagus
YOU WILL NEED
1 tbsp olive oil ✓ 2 medium leeks,
trimmed and sliced into discs ✓ 3 cloves
garlic, grated ✓ 500g button mushrooms
✓ 1 tsp dried mixed herbs ✓ salt and pepper
✓ 1 tbsp dairy-free butter ✓ 2 tbsp plain
flour ✓ 350ml dairy-free milk ✓ pinch of
ground nutmeg 1 roll vegan puff pastry
For the potatoes ✓ 2 tbsp garlic-infused
olive oil ✓ 4 tbsp balsamic vinegar ✓ 7? tsp
salt, plus extra to season ✓ 1kg new potatoes
(such as Jersey Royal or another small waxy
variety), cut into quarters ✓ 250g asparagus
tips, cut in half ✓ pepper
DIRECTIONS
For the pie
	Add the olive oil to a large saucepan on
medium heat. Fry the leeks and garlic for
2 minutes.
	Add the mushrooms, herbs, salt and pepper
and stir for a minute. Place the lid on top and
cook for 8 minutes.
	Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the
dairy-free butter on medium heat. Add the
flour and stir until combined. Slowly add the
milk, a tablespoon at a time and whisk, until
you have a smooth, thick mixture. Stir in the
nutmeg and season with salt and pepper.
	Combine the cooked leeks and mushrooms
with the sauce and leave to cool completely.
	Make sure your puff pastry is at room
temperature and preheat the oven to
200°C/180°C fan/gas mark 6.
	Add the leek and mushroom mixture to a
pie dish and top with the puff pastry, cutting
off any excess pastry around the edges.
	Crimp the edges using a fork and score a
criss-cross pattern on the top with a sharp
knife. Brush the top of the pie with dairy-free
milk to help it brown.
	Cook for 25 minutes until golden brown.
Serve immediately.
For the potatoes
	Add the garlic olive oil, balsamic vinegar
and salt into a large roasting tin. Add the
potatoes and toss to coat fully before roasting
for 30 minutes.
	Add the asparagus (with a little extra
olive oil, if needed). Toss to coat and cook
for a further 10 minutes. Season with extra
balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper, if liked.
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PREPARATION
TIME 15 minutes
COOKING TIME
10 minutes
SERVES 4
Broad bean, feta and
mint bruschetta
YOU WILL NEED
✓	300g broad beans ✓ 1 lemon, juiced ✓ 2 tbsp
extra virgin olive oil ✓ 1 clove garlic, crushed
✓ 1 handful mint, chopped (plus extra to
serve) ✓ 2 demi baguettes, frozen ✓ 150g feta
cheese, mashed
DIRECTIONS
	Bring a large pan of water to the boil and cook
the broad beans for 2-3 minutes. Drain, then rinse
in cold water to cool, drain again then remove the
outer skins. Mash the beans with the lemon juice, 1
tbsp of extra virgin olive oil and garlic, then stir in the
chopped mint.
	Cook the demi baguettes according to pack
instructions. Leave to cool for 3 minutes before slicing
each one into 6 pieces. Toast each side of the slices of
bread until golden and drizzle with the remaining oil.
	Spread over the broad bean mix and top with the
feta cheese. Scatter over extra mint leaves, if liked.
Recipe and image courtesy of Ocado, ocado.com
PREPARATION
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Roast chicken with peppers and leeks
YOU WILL NEED
✓	4 leeks, trimmed and roughly chopped ✓ 5 garlic cloves, finely sliced
✓ 400g pack baby onions, peeled ✓ few sprigs fresh rosemary
✓	few fresh thyme stalks 1 bay leaf ✓ handful of Cooks&Co green
olives ✓ 1 tbsp olive oil ✓ salt and pepper ✓ 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
✓ generous splash of white wine ✓ 1 tbsp runny honey ✓ 1 whole
chicken, jointed, or use chicken thighs ✓ 460g jar Cooks&Co roasted
red peppers, drained and roughly chopped ✓ gorgonzola fortopping,
optional ✓ chopped parsley, to serve
DIRECTIONS
	Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas mark 6. Add the leeks to a
large roasting tin, along with the garlic, baby onions and fresh herbs.
Scatter over the olives. Drizzle with the olive oil and season well.
	Mix together the balsamic, white wine and honey. Put the chicken
pieces in a large bowl, pour over the balsamic mix and using your hands
combine well. Now tuck the chicken pieces in and around the leeks. Pour
over remaining juice then put it in the oven for 40 minutes.
	Then, stir though the peppers, return it to the oven and cook for about
a further 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the onions
are tender. If using, scatter over some gorgonzola for the last 5 minutes
of cooking or until it begins to melt. Garnish with parsley to serve.
Check on E ^4
the chicken
occasionally and if it
is beginning to get too
brown, cover the tray OS
loosely with foil. Serve W
with cous cous or
crusty bread ^<3
Recipe and image courtesy of Cooks&Co, cooksandco.co.uk
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Hot cross bun bread and
butter pudding
YOU WILL NEED
✓	Zest and juice of 1 small orange ✓ 4 hot cross buns, halved
i/ 50g salted butter, plus extra for greasing ✓ 250ml whole milk
300ml double cream ✓ 3 large free-range eggs ✓ 3 tbsp caster
sugar ✓ 1 tbsp orange liqueur, optional ✓ 75g dried mixed fruit
✓ 2 tbsp golden caster sugar ✓ 1Z> tsp cinnamon ✓ Cornish
clotted cream
DIRECTIONS
	Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/gas mark 4 and grease a
wide ovenproof dish with a little butter.
	Pour the orange juice into another wide, shallow dish and add
the zest. Butter each half of the hot cross buns on both sides before
soaking each one thoroughly in the juice and zest mixture. Leave to
soak while you make the custard.
	Put the milk and cream into a pan over a low heat, until hot but
not boiling. Whisk the eggs with the caster sugar in a jug and then
slowly pour the milk mixture into the eggs, stirring until smooth.
Add the orange liqueur, if using.
	Arrange the bun halves in layers, overlapping slightly, and sprinkle
over the dried fruit in between each layer. Pour the custard over the
pudding and sprinkle with the golden caster sugar and cinnamon.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until the custard is set and the pudding is
golden brown. Serve immediately with clotted cream.
Recipe and image courtesy of Trewithen Dairy trewithendairyco.uk
Easter tiffin
YOU WILL NEED
✓	300g digestive biscuits 50g cocoa powder 100g
raisins or sultanas ✓ 50g glace cherries, halved ✓ 50g
butter, plus extra for greasing ✓ 125g golden syrup
pinch of sea salt i/ 100g dark chocolate ✓ 100g milk
chocolate ✓ 150g Easter chocolate treats, broken up (mini
eggs, chocolate eggs, creme eggs)
DIRECTIONS
	Grease and line a 20x20cm baking tin with baking
parchment. Crush the biscuits into crumbs, either using
a food processor or a bowl and wooden spoon. You're
looking for a rubbly mixture with a few pea-sized pieces of
biscuit remaining to give the tiffin some texture. Combine
the crumbs with the cocoa powder, dried fruit and cherries.
 In a small pan, melt the butter and golden syrup
together until smooth. Add a pinch of sea salt flakes, then
pour into the dry ingredients. Stir together until everything
is really well mixed, then tip into the lined tin and use a
spatula to press the mixture firmly into an even layer. Chill
for 20 minutes.
	Meanwhile, melt both chocolates together in a bowl
over a pan of gently simmering water, until smooth. Pour
the melted chocolate over the chilled base and tilt the tin to
get an even covering. Sprinkle with Easter chocolate, then
chill for 30 minutes, or until firm.
	Slice into squares (see tip) and store in an airtight
container for up to 2 weeks.
Recipe and image courtesy of Waitrose, waitrose.com
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Spinach and feta
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	PREPARATION TIME
25 minutes
	COOKING TIME
50 minutes
 SERVES 6
YOU WILL NEED
✓ 1 red onion, sliced ✓ 3 garlic
cloves, sliced ✓ 3 tbsp extra virgin
olive oil ✓ salt and pepper
✓ 3 x 260g packs Waitrose
Essential spinach, washed ✓ 100g
Greek natural yoghurt ✓ 200g
feta, crumbled ✓ 3 salad onions,
sliced ✓ 1 lemon, zest ✓ 1/г x 20g
pack dill, roughly chopped
✓ 2 medium free-range eggs,
beaten ✓ 270g pack filo pastry
✓ 1/2 tsp sesame seeds
DIRECTIONS
 Preheat the oven to
200°C/180°Cfan/gas mark 6.
Sweat the onion and garlic in
1 tbsp of oil with a pinch of salt for
6-8 minutes. Put the spinach in a
bowl and cover with boiling water
to wilt. Drain and run under cold
water; squeeze out excess water
and pat dry.
	Roughly chop the spinach and
combine with the onion and garlic,
yoghurt, feta, salad onions, lemon
zest, dill, eggs and pepper. Lay
the filo sheets on the work surface
and cover with a clean, damp
tea towel. Brush some oil over a
20x25cm ovenproof baking dish.
 To assemble, brush 3 sheets of
filo with oil and lay on top of each
other in the dish. Evenly spoon
in the filling. Cut the remaining 4
sheets of filo to fit snugly on top.
Brush with oil and gently layer over
the filling. Fold any overhanging
pastry from the base over the top
and brush with oil.
	Sprinkle with the sesame seeds
and bake for 30-40 minutes. Rest
for 10 minutes before serving.
Recipe and image courtesy of
Waitrose, waitrose.com
Spinach and
nutmeg soup
	PREPARATION TIME
10 minutes
 COOKING TIME
30 minutes
 SERVES 4
YOU WILL NEED
✓ Olive oil ✓ 1 onion, finely
chopped ✓ 160g spinach
✓ 1 litre vegetable stock ✓ 250g
white potatoes, peeled and cut
into small cubes ✓ a pinch of
grated nutmeg ✓ 100ml plant-
based double cream ✓ sea salt
and freshly ground black pepper
✓ 1 slice of stale bread for
pangrattato (crispy breadcrumbs)
DIRECTIONS
	Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large
saucepan over a medium heat and
saut£ the chopped onion until soft
and translucent. Add the spinach,
stock and potatoes and simmer
for about 15-20 minutes until the
potatoes are soft.
	Season with salt and pepper
and a good pinch of freshly grated
nutmeg. Blitz in a blender or food
processor until the soup is smooth,
or use a stick blender. Pour back
into the saucepan and add the
cream to the soup, then heat
through gently.
	For the pangrattato, blitz the
bread to fine crumbs in a food
processor. Heat a little olive oil in
a frying pan and add the crumbs.
Season with salt and pepper and
toast until crisp. Stir all the time to
make sure that the crumbs don't
burn. Sprinkle onto the soup,
to serve.
VEGAN ONE-PAN Ve9an One~Pan
(£20, Ryland
Peters & Small)
Photography ©
Ryland Peters &
Small
Lemony chicken
and spinach curry
	PREPARATION TIME
10 minutes
	COOKING TIME
40 minutes
 SERVES 4
YOU WILL NEED
✓ Sunflower oil ✓ 800g chicken
leg, thigh or breast, diced
✓ 2 onions, sliced ✓ 3 garlic
cloves, finely chopped ✓ 5cm
fresh ginger, peeled and finely
chopped ✓ 2 chillies, finely
chopped ✓ 1 tsp turmeric i/ 1 tsp
each cumin and coriander seeds,
lightly toasted and ground
✓ 10 cardamom pods
✓ 2 lemons, juiced ✓ 400ml
vegetable or chicken stock ✓ 200g
spinach, tough stalks removed and
leaves roughly chopped ✓ large
handful fresh coriander, chopped
✓ salt and pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS
	Heat 4 tbsp of oil in a large,
heavy-based pan. Add the chicken
pieces and fry on a high heat,
turning once, until golden brown
(cook in batches if needed).
Remove to a plate.
	Add the onion, and a splash
more oil if needed. Fry gently for
5 minutes. Add the garlic, ginger,
chillies and spices. Fry for another
2 minutes.
	Return the chicken to the pan,
along with the lemon juice and
stock. Bring to the boil, reduce
the heat and simmer for 20-25
minutes, until the chicken is
cooked through.
	Add the spinach and stir for a
minute to wilt the leaves. Remove
the cardamom pods, season and
stir in the coriander to serve.
Recipe and image courtesy of
Riverford, riverford.co.uk
Cheesy baked
eggs with spinach
	PREPARATION TIME
5 minutes
	COOKING TIME
20-25 minutes
	SERVES 4
YOU WILL NEED
✓ 1 tbsp olive oil ✓ 2 leeks,
trimmed and sliced ✓ 2 cloves
garlic, sliced ✓ 10 cherry
tomatoes, sliced ✓ 200g spinach
✓ 4 large eggs ✓ 100g mature
cheddar, grated ✓ seasoning
to taste
DIRECTIONS
	Pre-heat the oven to
180°C/160°C fan/gas mark 4.
Add the oil to a pan on a low-
medium heat then add the leeks.
Fry for 8-10 minutes until soft
and caramelising.
	Now add the garlic and fry for a
further minute. Add the tomatoes
and spinach to the pan and cook
for 1-2 minutes, until the spinach
has wilted.
	Turn off the heat and season
well. Transfer the mix to a medium-
high sided baking dish. Crack
the eggs on top of the veg mix.
Sprinkle the grated cheese over the
top and pop in the oven for 8-10
minutes. Serve with crusty bread.
Recipe and image courtesy
of Discover Great Veg,
discovergreatveg. co. и к
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breakfast smooth
Set yourself up for a busy day of DIY and
decorating with a nutritious and delicious
smoothie that will see you through until lunch
 PREPARATION TIME 5 minutes + freezing
 SERVES 1
TOP TIP
To make your own
almond milk, soak
the nuts and blend
them with water.
Find a nifty nut
milk maker
onp13!
YOU WILL NEED
✓ Approximately 150ml almond milk or any
other plant-based milk*, 1.5 (very ripe) bananas
✓ 1 tsp nut butter ✓ 1 tsp coconut oil ✓ 1 flat
tbsp raw cacao powder ✓ ’A avocado (fresh or
frozen) ✓ 1A cap almond essence (optional)
DIRECTIONS
	Peel the very ripe bananas, cut them in half
and freeze overnight - or just keep them in the
freezer until you want to use them!
	Place all the ingredients into a high-powered
blender and blend until smooth.
	Top with granola and cacao nibs or any vegan
cereal, vegan chocolate, fruit or edible flowers of
your choice.
Recipe and image courtesy of Vival's Vegan Recipe
Club, veganrecipeclub.org.uk
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