Tamara Kelly
Tamara was Ideal Home's Digital Editor before joining the Woman & Home team in 2022. With a career in journalism spanning 18 years, she's worked across fashion and beauty, but found her true calling in the world of interiors. She's spent the last 15 years working with the style teams at Country Homes & Interiors and Ideal Home, both now at Future PLC. It’s with these award wining interiors teams that she's honed her skills and passion for shopping, styling and writing. She's been privileged to serve as an ambassador for the brands on multiple occasions, most recently on Matalan’s The Show and as a presenter at top interiors trend events Autumn Fair and Spring Fair.
There’s nothing Tamara doesn't know about the latest interior trends – whether it’s what colour we should be painting our living room walls next season, or if 'cottagecore' cushions are a good or bad idea! Six years ago Tamara bought her own 'ideal home', a period style property on the Essex coast. It's beautifully decorated throughout (by her Dad) in serene greys with pops of pink and Farrow & Ball Hague Blue – including the Flamingos wallpaper from the New Contemporary collection by Cole & Son. A favourite piece in her home is a marble topped, gold gilded side table – found in a local charity shop – and her latest investments, the drinks trolley of dreams and a West Elm-style coffee table from Aldi.
Latest articles by Tamara Kelly
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Aldi's large hanging egg chair is back! But it could be your last chance to buy it...
The large version of Aldi's cult hanging egg chair is back as an online exclusive
By Tamara Kelly
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Hallway mirror ideas – 22 ways to add light and interest to your home's entrance
From styling suggestions to decor tips, here are the best ways to add a mirror to your hall
By Tamara Kelly
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How to plan a small garden – expert advice for petite patios and tiny lawns
Expert tips on how to design a small garden layout to benefit more from a tiny space
By Tamara Kelly
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Lily Allen's unusual bathroom flooring choice has the whole internet in shock
Are bathroom carpets due a comeback? Where do you stand on this decorating debate?
By Tamara Kelly
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Aldi's gas pizza oven is back in stock to get your garden party ready
Did you miss last year's Aldi pizza oven? Here's your second chance...
By Tamara Kelly
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What is leasehold? Everything you should know before you buy
Leasehold and freehold come with different rights and responsibilities. Before you buy leasehold read our helpful guide to understand what it means for you
By Tamara Kelly
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Bathroom wallpaper ideas to add instant colour and impact to bathroom walls
Done right, wallpaper in a bathroom can be a winning combination
By Tamara Kelly
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Aldi is selling a fan-favourite electric blanket cheaper than other retailers
Stay warm for less this winter with this night-time essential
By Tamara Kelly
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The 20 best L-shaped kitchen ideas to make your space work harder
Stylish and effortless takes on the classic kitchen layout
By Tamara Kelly
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The kitchen design mistakes to avoid for a practical but beautiful space
Avoid these kitchen design mistakes for a cooking and entertainment space that will look good and be functional.
By Tamara Kelly
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30 Bedroom wallpaper ideas to make a statement with pattern and colour
Get a look that’s right for you with these bold and bright ideas to dress the walls of your boudoir
By Tamara Kelly
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Aldi is selling an inflatable sofa bed for £39.99 – it's perfect for last minute guests
This is the perfect solution for those unexpected guests this holiday season
By Tamara Kelly
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TikTok is obsessed with Dunelm's teddy bedding set that dries 'in record time'
It's a game changer on wash day
By Tamara Kelly
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Lemonade for Christmas tree hack that will help your fir thrive
Is lemonade good for Christmas trees? Gardener David Domoney and other experts weigh in...
By Tamara Kelly
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Elf on the Shelf ideas – 15 ways to inspire your mischievous Elf Scout this Christmas
If you're rapidly running out of Elf on the Shelf ideas, we have plenty of creative ways to keep the kids entertained
By Tamara Kelly
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Why the chicken wire Christmas arch is our favourite festive trend year after year
The surprising seasonal decorating trend is the secret to creating a showstopping Christmas doorway on a budget
By Tamara Kelly
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10 Lockdown must-haves to buy now – to be better prepared than last time
From pasta makers to home gym sets, we've learnt from previous experience what we'll need
By Tamara Kelly
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This one simple change can transform any room instantly – and costs as little as £10!
Would you like to make your living room feel cosier and more ambient? While there are many ways in which to do so, none are as cheap or effective as changing the light bulbs.
By Tamara Kelly
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Behold the fashionable leopard print faux fur heated throw – to stay warm in style
Forget granny chic, these faux fur designs prove heated throws can be cool
By Tamara Kelly
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Is this fashionable brand set to be the new Primark for online shoppers?
From quirky candles to statement abstract cushions, from as little as £6
By Tamara Kelly
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Shared bedroom ideas - savvy solutions for calm and creative kids rooms
Divvy up space for siblings with these clever design ideas for shared bedrooms
By Tamara Kelly
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IKEA's real Christmas tree is back! Here's how you can bag one for £15
The highly anticipated annual Christmas tree offer has returned for 2022
By Tamara Kelly
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How to buy a second-hand kitchen – everything you need to know about pre-loved kitchens
An expert guide to getting the kitchen of your dreams, while keeping costs low
By Tamara Kelly
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Dining room lighting ideas to easily switch from daytime to evening entertaining
Light up your dining space with lovely lighting designs for every look
By Tamara Kelly