Like a Magpie is drawn to sparkles, I’m drawn to bright colours, so when John Lewis asked me to review their South American, Amazonian inspired ‘Botanical Brights‘ collection, I jumped for joy. As an ex-Biologist, any homeware inspired by nature hugely appeals.
Monthly Archives:: May 2016
Last weekend I decided to get out into the sun and try my hand at growing some herbs and vegetables. After all, what can possibly be more satisfying than digging up your own veg? However, every gardener needs great tools so I’ve been on the hunt for some great value top notch items. Turns out the John Lewis croft collection outdoor range is rather fabulous and it has a gorgeous, rustic and slightly vintage home decor feel. Here are 8 handy products for the happy gardener.
On this week’s Instahome Daisy Lowe whisks us to her magical fairyland in Somerset. Now that’s the way to decorate your garden shabby chic style. The look on Taylor Swift’s cat says it all – is it Friday yet?*
This Spring I’m introducing a mini series that will explore four decorative modern interior design styles for your bedroom. Today we’re kicking off with Shabby Chic.
The sun is set to shine in London on Sunday so we’re going to take a leaf out of Victoria Beckham’s book. Other than that, we’ll mostly be copying SJP with her Rose for one. No room for sharing. That’s the weekend sorted then. (Here’s a fab paddling pool, £24 from John Lewis).
If you’re a lover of vintage home decor, here are some great ways to take the look into your garden or patio area to create an inviting, rustic and warming feel.
On this week’s celebrity homes we think we’ve found the combo of dreams. Take Diane’s fridge, Fearne’s feast, Eva’s view, Bar’s TV and Heidi’s fluffy bunny and you’re laughing. If we HAD to work, then Lara’s office would do just fine.