
Thea Babington-Stitt
Thea is the Assistant Editor for the Ideal Home, website.
Thea wanted to write for a living ever since she was a teenager. After school in Northern Ireland, she attended the University of Exeter to read English Literature where she explored the possibilities of fiction writing or screenplays, but was drawn more and more into journalism. Realising her passion for magazines could translate into a career, after graduating in 2011, Thea then gained an MA in Magazine Journalism from City University, London.
Although she specialised in Security and Organised Crime (yes, random!) she wanted to work in a magazine genre that was something she could more naturally identify with. Thea spent some time working on fashion and lifestyle titles, everything from Stylist to The Mail on Sunday before styling her first nice flat rental made her realise her love of interior design.
Thea became the Deputy News & Houses Editor of LivingEtc, and over the years held positions at Homes & Gardens and Country Homes & Interiors before moving to working with the print and digital versions of Ideal Home in 2021 and her current role in 2022.
Thea has interests across every area of homes - from kitchens and colour schemes to technology and architecture. Over the past couple of years she has interviewed some of the most renowned names in interior design and is passionate about talking to people to discover new ideas, theories and ways of looking at design. Although she is yet to become a homeowner, Thea loves making her rental flat her own, and spends probably too much time idly designing her dream home.
Ideal Home Truths
Where is your happy place?In my rental my favourite place to be is sitting on bed just as the sun goes down. The windows face West so the off-white walls and pink linen sheets glow the most amazing colours as a result. I love plants but with no garden or balcony, I also love my collection of potted plants in my living room which is getting, ahem, ever so slightly out of hand…
What is your home addiction?Aside from the aforementioned plants, I adore candles. As soon as the sun goes down I get trigger happy with my matches to set the perfect relaxing mood.
What is your next home project?There’s not too much I can do where I am but I love helping friends plan how they can decorate their homes. One has moved into a wonderful fixer-upper in the Northern Irish countryside and I can’t wait to see the visions come to life!
Latest articles by Thea Babington-Stitt
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 Finally, cookware that’s as organised as it is Instagram-worthy – and they mean you'll save up to £495Matching pans, clever storage, and non-toxic finishes mean your kitchen looks as good as it cooks By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 I’ve found the bedding essential that keeps me cosy in winter and cool in summerThis simple layer has completely changed how warm and comfortable I feel at night By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 These clever Joseph Joseph caddies transformed my messiest cupboard – and I’d recommend them to anyoneMy under-sink cupboard used to be a nightmare but these organisers fixed it in seconds By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 This sofa bed is so comfy that I've been tempted to use it instead of my actual bedLooks smart, unfolds to a full double, and is secretly the comfiest sleep spot in my home By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 This £6 Amazon buy turned my trailing house plants into a beautiful indoor displayAnd you barely know it’s there By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 How to add colour to an all-white kitchen – from earthy tones to bold brightsAs beautiful as they are, white schemes can be stark, here's how to add colour to an all-white kitchen By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 Joseph Joseph’s genius laundry basket just dropped to its lowest price – but only until SundayIf you’ve been eyeing this cult-favourite product, now’s the time to snap it up for less By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 Clodagh McKenna's genius herb decor idea is the prettiest way to liven up blank kitchen wallsIt's easy to recreate and it smells divine, too By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 21 warm and inviting country kitchen ideas to add charm to the heart of your homeGive the heart of your home a taste of rural life with our top country kitchen ideas By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 I ditched my ironing board for this clever Joseph Joseph mat – and it’s perfect for small homesThis £35 mat is a gamechanger for ironing and steaming alike By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 10 wet room ideas to inspire a practical and stylish shower spaceWet rooms offer so much potential for playing with colour and pattern - try out these ideas to revamp your shower space By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 How to choose outdoor furniture for your garden or patio – experts reveal the 7 things to look out for when shopping for garden furnitureExperts share the only checklist you'll need when shopping for outdoor furniture By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 Bedroom wall panelling ideas – 13 ways to bring texture and interest to your bedroom wallsThese are the best ways to elevate your bedroom walls for a stylish yet cosy look and feel By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 Wall panelling ideas for hallways – 11 ways to maximise style, space and durability in your entrywayThis is how to elevate your hallway and impress your guests as soon as they walk through the front door By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 12 panelling ideas to add instant character to living room walls, from modern new-builds to elegant townhousesThese tips and styles will instantly elevate your sitting room’s walls into a statement feature By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 32 small home office idea to turn your compact WFH station into a stylish and inspiring spaceThese are the best ways to make the most of your tiny WFH space By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 How much does a new kitchen cost? Stay on budget with these tips, plus where to save and where to investWork out your budget for your dream kitchen By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 32 front garden ideas for your home's best ever kerb appealThese are our favourite planting, landscaping and styling tips By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 Storm damage - how to minimise the impact from Storm Éowyn on your homeProtect your home from storm damage with these top tips on prevention and repairs By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 5 colours that go with brown — the colour combos experts use to make this shade look incredible in any roomMake this trending shade shine By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 Living room colour schemes – 26 ways to bring your lounge to life with on-trend shades and timeless colour combosThe best colour choices for your lounge in a nutshell – whether you’re after the hottest colours, timeless palettes or stylish tone pairings By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 Living room lighting ideas – 33 easy ways to use lights and lamps to add style and create a cosy moodFrom quirky lamps to the right tone of your light, these are the best ways to give your lounge a stylish look and a cosy feel By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 This George at Asda chair is the perfect way to nail the Mid-Century look – and it's up to £750 cheaper than other optionsHow it compares to the high-end version By Thea Babington-Stitt 
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 I'm investing in my sleep quality for 2025 — this is what I'll be picking up from The White Company sale with up to 50% off to helpThese bedding deals aren't worth missing By Thea Babington-Stitt 





