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Bring summer style to your outdoor space, whatever the weather, with this affordable range of smart garden furniture and colourful picnicware in on-trend checks, squiggles and stripes. ♥ HOMESTYLE LOVES! Checkerboards are the hot pattern of the summe

CAST A SUNSET GLOW ♥ HOMESTYLE LOVES! COSY BURNT ORANGE WORKS PARTICULARLY WELL IN DARK OR NORTH-FACING ROOMS ■

Fish forms are everywhere this summer, with not a hint of kitsch to be seen. These are sculptural shapes and elegant motifs in muted, metallic and Mediterranean shades designed to bring subtle holiday vibes to your dining table, shelving or walls. A

British block printer Molly Mahon and Secret Linen Store have teamed up to create a limited-edition collection of 100% responsibly sourced cotton bedding – the first time Molly’s prints have been featured on bed linen. The range makes use of Molly’s

‘I came across this house after searching for a new home that was closer to the countryside than my previous place. It’s not far from Matlock, Derbyshire, which has beautiful walks, and the property ticked a lot of boxes for me. Not only are there st

BOLD COLOUR COMBO Style idea Add a hint of print if you don’t want to go full-on leopard ♥ HOMESTYLE LOVES! ■

If you don’t feel confident painting a design freehand, there are lots of stencils available. Practise on scrap card first to work out how much paint to apply to get the best finish • Washable matt floor tile paint (base and activator) in Cotton and

I’m Meg Monde, 29, and I work in marketing and share my home on Instagram @megmonde. I live here with my husband Jack, 28, a recruitment consultant, our one-year-old baby girl Aubrie, and our two cockapoos Ella and Peach. A 1960s three-bed house in D

♥ HOMESTYLE LOVES! Style idea Turn down the top of the duvet to show off a contrasting pattern! ■

If your cabinet is tall, you might want to add an extra two legs at the centre for better stability and weightbearing • storage cabinet • combi drill • orbital sander • old rag or kitchen cloth • eggshell or chalk paint • paintbrush • scissors or cra

I’m Natania Duhur, 31. I work in finance and have an interiors account on Instagram @thenatmaison. I live with my husband Josh, 32, who works in sales. My home is a two-bedroom flat in a Victorian property, built in 1901, in south London. I moved her

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Save leftover clay by putting it into a zip-lock bag with some fresh water. Seal the bag and leave it for up to two days, then knead the clay until smooth again • air-dry clay • metal ruler • craft knife • non-drip dinner candles • cardboard tubes •

Get a taste of summer with these fruity hues CREATE MULTIPLE PATTERNS! Celebrate summer by adding bright stripes of joyful, ice-cream shades to your scheme. Think raspberry ripple and lemon sorbet, with a bit of peach melba thrown in. For a fresh eff

★ EDITOR'S CHOICE Head to pale shades to create an instant sense of sophistication – nothing says ‘I’ve got my life together’ quite like a pristine cream sofa! Choose upholstery with stain-protection or removable covers for peace of mind. Be inspired

Rich earthy tones set the scene for this look PICK AND MIX Mix and match patterns by choosing one or two key colours within each of the designs. Make sure all the prints you use include these tones and you’ll create perfect pairings every time. GO TO

Look on the bright side with this cheerful trend that’s packed with vivid, playful contrasts Be brave with your colour choices to recreate this look at home. Rich cobalt blue is one of the hottest shades around this summer and it has real sticking po

When it comes to setting up your outdoor space, approach it as you would when designing a room in your home. You’ll want to make the most of every inch, so begin by measuring the area and drawing up a scaled plan on graph paper. If you have a large g

‘The conservatory is what attracted me to this house, as I love the garden view. However, my husband and I hardly use it, even though it’s our main dining area, as it’s so drab. I’d like to bring the outdoors in with a hint of Mediterranean colour, a

I’m Rebecca Brannen-Mills, 39, a business analyst, and I live in a four-bedroom Victorian terraced house in Sunderland with my husband Ollie, 42, who works in finance, and our children Lola, five, and Remy, two. You can follow my home journey on Inst

ON-TREND BOBBIN MIRROR AVOID TURNING ON THE BIG LIGHT! CHOOSE EASY-CARE PLANTS! Feature Michelle Grady ■

If you've always dreamed of having a spot to sit and reset as you prepare to take on the day, or a luxurious pamper station to get glammed up for a big night out, a vanity area is probably top of your list. Our stylish and practical finds will help y

If you fancy a switch-up in your kitchen, then a dark and stormy scheme could be just the thing to add a bit of atmosphere and character, as well as a sophisticated edge. Before you begin your transformation, careful consideration needs to be given t

A fridge freezer is one of the largest appliances you’ll invest in and it has to work hard 24/7, so it’s worth researching to find one that’s as energy efficient as possible for your budget. This will help reduce running costs, as well as being bette

PREPARATION TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME 10 minutes SERVES 4 ● 150g bacon, meat finely sliced ● 250g red lentil fusilli ● 200g frozen green beans ● 125ml reducedfat crème fraîche ● 1 small garlic clove, crushed ● ½ lemon, juiced ● 75g baby spinach, w

SERVES 1 ● Ice ● 40ml St-Germain elderflower liqueur ● 60ml Martini Brut Prosecco ● 60ml sparkling water ● lemon ● edible flowers (optional) 1 Pour the St-Germain over ice into your glass. 2 Top with Prosecco and sparkling water. Give the drink a goo

Fashion journalist and interiors writer Katherine Ormerod has lived in 16 different properties to date and she’s picked up plenty of design tips and tricks along the way. Can a temporary space ever feel like home? Yes, says Katherine, it is entirely

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