Interiors
How to choose the right window shutter
There seems to be a miss-conception that shutters are best suited to traditional or period style homes – not true. Thanks to the advancement of production, most shutter companies now
Water softener benefits
A few months ago I was approached by BWT (best water technology) who were looking for a case study to show water softener benefits. As it turned out, the timing
Top 15 tips for home renovation
Build projects can be daunting and it’s hard to find a quick guide covering the basic facts. As we near the end of our build, my top 15 tips for
Hidden treasures from Homesense
As a stylist, I have my favourite shopping haunts that I frequent when prepping for a shoot, it’s often the unexpected ones that I go rather than run of the
Bosch Steam Generator Iron
Earlier this month I was asked by Euronics to test their new Bosch Steam Generator Iron, I thought this would be an interesting review as I used to have a
Starting a home renovation
The time has come for us to start our home renovation and I have to say, I’m a little nervous. Even though I work with renovation projects day in day out,
Super cool Sony LSPX-S1 speaker
I was asked by Sony to review their new super cool Sony LSPX-S1, and as a music loving family, I thought it would be a good opportunity to see what was
My new AEG ProSteam washing machine
We are in the process of a home renovation and over the next 4 months we are knocking down walls (!) changing the decor and updating appliances, including a new washing
Review: Diamond Luxe mattress
Choosing a new mattress can be a difficult task as it’s not a case of one type suits all. Our bodies all have different needs and sometimes it can be hard
Anchor Brewhouse
With my job as an Interior Stylist, I am lucky to be able to see inside some of the most stunning houses in the country and believe me, I often
Baking made easy
Following on from my Homesense visit last week, I dug a little deeper into their kitchen department and found myself in the baking section, not somewhere where I would ordinarily be.
Quick-Step’s Majestic collection
Last month I was invited to Belgium, along with a select group of press and bloggers, to review Quick-Step’s Majestic collection of laminate flooring. Pro Belgium cyclists Zdeněk Štybar and
Meet Swedish designer, Carina Seth Andersson
Meet Swedish designer Carina Seth Andersson ‘Designer of the Year’ winner at the Elle Decoration Swedish Design Awards. Her pieces are a great example of understated beauty, particularly her glassware which has
Exclusive UK interview: Marcus Engman, Head of Design for IKEA
I was recently invited to Ikea’s HQ in Sweden for their Democratic Design day where I, along with journalists from all over the world, had a behind the scenes experience of the worlds biggest
Do chimineas work?
Do chimineas work? I have always wanted one as I love log fires but held off until the children were a little bigger. I’m always sad when the last fire
Laminate flooring makeover with Quick-Step
I am often asked what flooring to choose when decorating and there isn’t one simple answer, it all depends on the function of the room, budgets and taste. I was recently
Best UK home and interiors blogs
As a keen blogger myself, I come across some great sites that educate and inspire. Whether you are planning a home renovation, need some top tips on interior design or
Would you buy a white toaster?
Would you buy a white toaster? If you had asked me the same question a few weeks ago I would have said they were a ridiculous thing to buy. So,
Signature collection by Cordello Home
I was asked by Cordello Home to shoot a tabletop story for their crockery and was more than happy to do so as I love their style. The signature collection
How to create a 1920’s look
I wanted to share with you my recent collaboration with DFS as they asked me to write a few articles about a very topical subject ‘How to Create a 1920’s look’.