Pippa Blenkinsop
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10 new country decorating ideas
These new country decorating ideas will bring timeless charm to a period home by mirroring the natural materials, rustic patinas and mellow hues of rural Britain
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13 Arts & Crafts ideas
Use these Arts & Crafts ideas to create a beautiful interior that celebrates nature and nostalgia with archive prints
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How to make a spring wreath
Find out how to make a spring wreath with expert advice from florist Emma Hutchinson of The Bespoke Flower Company
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Botanical wallpapers: 22 fabulous floral, leaf and plant-inspired designs
Our pick of the most beautiful botanical wallpapers, from statement leafy prints to calming delicate trails, will bring the outside in...
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Floral wallpapers: 24 ideas to brighten your home
Floral wallpapers can give your rooms a wake-up call that's joyfully pretty
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How to create vintage paint effects
Want to know how to create vintage paint effects? From distressing to gilding, check out these paint effects to transform your old furniture in a few simple steps...
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10 signs you're an afternoon tea connoisseur
Afternoon tea, that very British favourite, gives rise to all sorts of tricky decisions
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18 beautiful listed homes
From a restored Victorian watermill to an old 'pest' house, discover the wonderful array of listed buildings that our readers call home
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12 Mid-century modern decor ideas
From iconic chairs and vibrant colours to futuristic wallpapers and sleek sideboards, be inspired by our top Mid-century design tips
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Window treatments for period homes: 20 new ideas
These beautiful and practical window treatment ideas will make a feature of your period windows. We've got everything from blinds and shutters to curtains
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10 cottage style home ideas: how to create the cottage look
Create a home full of rustic country charm with these timeless cottage design ideas, from adding a must-have range cooker to layering chintzy floral prints
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Real home: a thatched cottage with an intriguing past
Chris and Alison Young fell in love with a quintessential English country cottage and have slowly uncovered its hidden secrets
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Real home: a spectacular stone cottage is transformed with upcycled finds
With some clever upcycling and renovation work, Val and Norman Rennie have transformed an unloved stone cottage into a dream rural getaway
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How to choose paint to decorate a period home
Be inspired by historic paint shades to create an authentic colour scheme for a period home – or an elegant look for a contemporary one
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Real home: renovating a Victorian semi for modern family life
With confidence and care, first-time renovators Paul and Laura Clark transformed a dark and dated Victorian semi into a light-filled, playful family home that masterfully blends old with new
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Real home: a cosy renovated cottage makes the perfect first home
On a tight budget, first-time buyers Katie and Lee Anderson have lovingly transformed a tired cottage into a cosy home brimming with country charm
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Real home: an 18th century thatched cottage brimming with classic country style
Susan Spurling realised a lifelong dream of owning a thatched cottage and has filled it with timeless rural charm using thrifty vintage buys
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11 storage ideas for a period home
Period homes can be a challenge to furnish, so we've looked back at our readers' homes and rounded up creative storage to make the most of your space
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14 incredibly colourful period homes
From a colour-filled Cotswold kitchen, to a bright bohemian bedroom, be inspired by these bold and beautiful interiors
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Morris & Co unveils its latest collection: North Kindred
British brand Morris & Co have launched a new range of fabrics, wallpapers and homewares with a dramatic twist
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Real home: a Georgian townhouse maisonette with a Parisian feel
With its high ceilings, handsome sash windows and glamorous décor, this two-storey apartment in north-west London glimmers with the opulence and romance of 19th-century Paris
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8 country homes brimming with charm
Whether you're a rural soul looking to update your village gem, or a city dweller that longs for living the good life, satisfy your country home cravings with these inspiring renovated properties
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