Shopping online has become mainstream for many of us including buying for our homes. It’s also meant that the web has become a place of discovery where we’re able to find new and wonderful companies that offer you something different from the usual High Street sameness. Companies like family run Idyll Home who have put thought and care into the collections they have to offer. Ensuring that your homes remain as individualistic as you are and not something out of…
Blue skies are heralded this bank holiday weekend and with this in mind, I thought we’d take a look at how blue can add its own sunshine to our homes. And with over half of the population in the world embracing blue as their favourite colour, I thought it’s about time I wrote about it. The Beauty of Blue In Your Home & How To Use It Having been distracted by the kitchen makeover which has led to my getting…
When you think of Herringbone, you’ll probably think of flooring, namely parquet, but there’s been an emergence of this pattern filtering through to other interior design elements. And if you’re not so keen on in your face pattern and are looking to add a little visual interest in a more subtle way, you may want to consider utilising this fabulous pattern throughout your home. The Herringbone – Subtle Pattern for Your Homes Considering the Herringbone pattern has been around…
I hope you’ve all enjoyed the Easter bank holiday weekend albeit a wet and soggy one. At least there’s been chocolate to distract from the weather. Today’s post is shorter than usual as I’ve woken with a dreaded sinus infection, but hopefully, it’s a useful one as you may have overlooked a small piece of furniture that is actually very versatile for your homes. The Versatile Stool If there’s one piece of furniture to consider for your homes it has…
There’s no getting away from the fact that we are embracing mother nature in our homes more than ever, especially when it comes to our love affair with houseplants. However, even I admit that sometimes the odd plant has failed and gone to plant heaven! At least with faux plants, you remove the guilt factor of becoming a serial plant killer and that can be a wonderful thing in itself. The Great Faux Plant Home Trend Personally, I see…
Regardless of what’s in or out in the interiors world, there’s no doubt that marble has grown in popularity over the past few years and it looks set to stay for a few more yet. Today I thought we’d take a closer look at this marvellous natural material for our homes. Marble – The Ongoing Home Trend Favoured since the Roman times’ marble was, and has been, a statement of wealth. Now accessible to all, it’s grown in popularity…
