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How I repurpose old things – and my absolute favourite upcycling project so farWhy you really don’t need to buy everything new
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Still Not Done – and that’s OK: How we're embracing the in‑between phase of our renovationWe've stopped seeing imperfections as failures and start seeing them as part of the story
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I'm desperate to tile my kitchen floor but my budget is non-existent and I have expensive taste – here's what I'm doing insteadWhat’s a girl to do, with a tile habit she can no longer afford to feed?
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I asked my followers to share their domestic dilemmas – these are my top tips and tricks to solve their real-life cleaning conundrumsI asked my Instagram for their domestic dilemmas!
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Creating an open plan hub has been one of the most satisfying parts of our renovation – how we planned our space to fit the way we actually liveThree spaces, one room: designing an open plan hub
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5 clever ways to inject hotel-style luxury into your home – capture the essence of places you love and bring them home with youTricks for nailing effortlessly luxurious hotel style
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The 3 power tools I’d buy again as a DIY beginner – if you're just starting out on your DIY journey these are the essentials I always recommendThe budget-friendly tools that will support you through countless DIYs
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Intentional Living Part One – how I want to live better with less, gain more time, more energy and more headspaceNew Years Resolutions might not be for me, but I'm setting intentions instead
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Why you should ignore the 2026 trend forecasts – the only 'must-have' is the confidence to fill your home with things you genuinely loveThis my no-regrets guide for the year ahead
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The Everything design heroes I chose for my living room that have helped me survive the long months of renovation madnessFrom a marble fireplace to my dream armchair
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How to create a headboard out of a duvet cover – I used this renter-friendly hack to add a bespoke statement piece to my bedroom on a budgetYes, really!
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The easy and affordable toys that keep my kids busy for hoursPlus, they don't need batteries or create loud noises!
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I’m obsessed with decorating with green – why it's my go-to colour and how to choose the perfect shade for your homeI've tried so many and now know exactly which shade to use where
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I'm obsessed with cleaning products – these are my 8 game-changing new discoveries that I recommend to tackle everything from laundry to limescaleThese are the products I can’t live without
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Unpopular Opinion: I’m an interior design who doesn't follow traditional interior design rules – here’s why you shouldn’t eitherGet ready to rethink what ‘perfect’ really means
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The truth about home makeovers: why 2026 is the year I stop comparing my house to Instagram homesInstagram is wonderful for decor inspiration but it can be dangerous, too
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Trust me, this is the perfect time to plan for Christmas 2026 – it will save you money and make December a whole lot less stressfulDo this now, and I promise Christmas 2026 won’t be quite as expensive or as stressful as 2025!
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Stripes are truly the best pattern to decorate with – and if you don't believe me I bet I can convince you otherwiseI love to decorate with stripes and use them in so many different ways
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Renovating in 2026? These are the mistakes that nearly broke me – and the resolutions that saved my sanityRenovation resolutions are perhaps the most important ones you'll make this year
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Self-adhesive vinyl is my genius hack for rental homes – a tried and tested option to give any area a new look, from walls to kitchen cupboardsIt even means I can use actual wallpaper in my rental home
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Owning up to the interior design mistakes I've made over the years, so you can avoid them in your decorating journeyBecause nothing teaches you faster than doing it wrong first
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The In-Between Phase: Renovations are endurance events – if you reframe your outlook and look for small wins you'll find them easier to get throughHow we survived living in a home that’s half finished and half just beginning
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The nostalgic kitchen curtain look is everywhere – I added them to my home without spending much, and you can too by following these simple stepsI love the kitchen skirt look - it's so rustic and pretty - and doesn't have to cost very much
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It's taken longer than we'd planned to start turning our first house into a place that feels like home – this is how I'm going to do it2026 is the year I make my house a home
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Kitchen Chronicles Part Two – I'm comparing high street vs online suppliers to see just how far smart choices (and a little patience) can stretch a budgetI'm on the hunt for the perfect fit
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As a lover of neutrals, here's how I recommend using 2026’s Colours of the Year – you'll be as surprised as me when you discover how much you like themI love beige, but am being drawn to all these trending tones that I'm seeing on Pinterest
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When I'm feeling more frazzled than festive, this is how I get back in touch with my Christmas spiritHas all the decorating and planning made you lose sight of the joy? This is how I got found mine again
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Why I always add a shelf, ledge or mantel wherever humanly possible in my home – it's the secret to chic interiorsFaffing around with ledges is my favourite past time
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How I celebrate Christmas when I'm mid-renovation – and my survival tips to help you find Christmas joy when you're living in chaosAll you really need is a few mince pies, Mariah and a mindset-shift
