Period homes have so much character if they're full of original features, but what if you've bought a property with nothing original left? There are many ways to add replica and reclaimed features to bring life back to your home. Some of these things can be done as DIY projects and some require...

Cornforth Cottage is a short term holiday cottage in the Northamptonshire village of Spratton. Full of character and personality, it's the perfect retreat to escape to the countryside. I recently worked with the owner and Cult Social to update the design of the property, as well as styling and...

Would you love to add some pattern to your home, but unsure where to start? With so many designs and options to choose from, it can feel overwhelming and be costly if you make a mistake. Luckily, there are some affordable and easy ways to introduce a pop of print and pattern to your home, so I have...

Do you love print and pattern and want to learn more about how to add it to your home? Or would you like to learn how to do a bit of printing yourself? Books are a wonderful source of inspiration and a great way to learn about the world of pattern and textiles, so I have compiled a list of three...

Are you looking to update your Airbnb holiday rental property? Based in Northamptonshire and the surrounding areas, I offer bespoke design, styling and content creation packages to help improve your listings and gain more bookings. Hiring an interior designer for Airbnb rental property can help you...

Light blue is having a moment in interiors. Invoking feelings of calmness and tranquility, it's the perfect choice for a relaxing bathroom, a restful living area or a serene bedroom. With so many brands and colours to choose from, it can be a little overwhelming and many struggle with where to...

Are you wondering about paint colour consultations and why you should have one? Chances are, you've ended up here because you are having a paint dilemma. Colour is a wonderful thing, but with most humans being able to see about 1 million colours, it can also be a tricky thing to get right. Light...

Ruffles, stripes and ditsy prints; three big trends right now. Cushions are a super easy way to add a little update to your home and it can be done on any budget. Here are seven ruffle trim cushions to add a pop of pattern and colour to your sofa, bed or occasional chair. // 1. Stripe Cushion -...

Can I use the same paint on my walls and skirting boards? What's the difference between satin and eggshell? Can I paint my radiator? Paint finishes can be a bit of a minefield, especially when paint brands tend to have different names for the same thing. I've compiled a list of the most popular...

With pale blue being a key colour for 2024, here are my top homeware picks to add a pop of this calming colour to your home. // 1. Faux Mohair Throw - Dunelm // 2. Stripe Outdoor Cushion - Marks & Spencer // 3. Pillar Candle - Dunelm // 4. Stripe Footstool - Dunelm // 5. Scallop Cushion Cover -...

Each year, Pinterest releases a report of their predicted trends; the 'Pinterest Predicts Report'. With everything from fashion, food, travel and hobbies, they use search data to forecast emerging trends for the year ahead. Here I've picked out the home and interiors predictions and show you how to...

Do you love patterned fabrics but not sure how to use them in your home? With so many styles, motifs and product types, it can be a bit of a minefield, so I've put together some tips to help you when choosing and combining prints and patterns. How do I know this, you may be wondering. After...

Stripes are a classic, but they are a big trend for 2024, so here I'll show you how to incorporate them into your home. Wide or thin, bold or subtle, stripes are an easy way to add a pop of of pattern to your existing decor. 1. CUSHIONS Pride & Joy Cushion - Dunelm // Octavine Stripe Cushion -...

Let's face it, kitchens are expensive! With so many components, plus fitting costs, the price can soon add up. If the bones of your kitchen are in good shape, there are plenty of ways to freshen it up and save yourself the cost and upheaval of a new one. When we purchased our house, we knew the...

Colour is a truly personal thing. I love green; some may hate it. It can even come down to the tone or shade. Pillar box red? Not for me, but a deep, pinky burgundy hue? I can get on board with that. I've always loved colour and have worked with it for years, both at university and onwards into my...

Ever wondered how to successfully mix prints and patterns? Would you love to add more patterned wallpaper, fabrics and accessories to your home but not sure how? Welcome to The Pattern Pantry, a Facebook community for print and pattern lovers! I set up the group to help give you the confidence to...

Pleated lampshades are big in interiors right now, but they can also come with a hefty price tag (rightly so, they aren't quick to make!) I needed some small lamps to fit on our new bedside shelves, and found these plain white ones from Dunelm. I wanted to make them bolder so chose a pink and green...

I couldn't wait to inject some print and pattern into our new bedroom and when I saw this bold fabric, I knew I had to make a statement headboard. I wanted it to be oversized for a big impact and to make sure the pattern was a focal point. I decided to add piping for a more premium look and I am so...

Dulux have announced 'Sweet Embrace' as their Colour of the Year 2024. Described as a 'kind and delicate tone' it is a soft, pink shade. It's cooler than the ever popular blush pink, but far from a cold, bubblegum hue. With blue undertones, it is definitely on the cooler end of the scale, but the...

There are an abundance of places to source patterned fabrics, so I have compiled a list of my five favourite online stores to find prints and patterns for your upholstery and interiors projects.   1. LINWOOD FABRICS Designed and printed in the UK, Linwood describe their brand as classic...