Latest articles by Ruth Farnsworth
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What are the new designs for country shelving units?
Choose from a wide range of country shelving options from traditional to edgy industrial
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Paint mercury glass votives
Give simple candles the glow factor with these rustic country-style decorative holders
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Frame a mirror in rope for beach-house chic
Give your home a Cornish feel with a simple round mirror framed in rope. Reminiscent of a ship’s porthole, it’s the ultimate nautical nod
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Create a farmhouse look with stone floor tiles
From travertine to marble stone and limestone to porcelain, stone flooring sets the tone. If you're wedded to wood, look for designs that mimic timber planks
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Roll up for a walk on the wild side
This roll-up walker’s pouch is a simple craft project that will appeal to twitchers, foragers and mushroom gatherers. Pop it in your coat pocket before you set out and you'll be ready to forage, whittle wood or find your way
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Make your own stencilled mini candle pots
Paint a terracotta pot in a subtle shade, using a stencil brush for a mottled effect
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Paint effects are back – the perfect weekend craft project
From stencilling to upcycling vintage furniture or painting a stair runner, these inspiring ideas will brighten your home. They’re super easy to achieve, too. All you need are a paint brush or roller, stencils and any paint colour you like…
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Country staircases
From updating and repair to a beautiful new staircase altogether, your questions answered
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On the tiles – great designs take to the floor
Decorative tiles in playful patterns are featuring on floors this season
