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Handy hacks for new looks in your home

I admit I'm one of those nerds who genuinely loves a good home hack, especially if it adds style and costs little. Following are some of my personal favourite style hacks that I have either picked up on or implemented this year. The pillowcase hack This neat trick has caught on universally. No more searching the linen cupboard to find a complete set. Once washed, just place your sheets and one pillowcase, neatly folded to fit in the second pillowcase. The bedhead makeover There are a few easy ways to change the look of your bedhead. The first - and most simple - is by hanging a piece of fabric that you love over the bedhead. Another strategy is to...

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How to give your kitchen a winning edge

LIKE it or not, the cold front is on our doorstep and this year we've decided to celebrate it by turning our home into a cosy sanctuary. We spoke to some of the experts for their top tips on creating a hideaway that's warm and bright. Creating comfort zones at home is all about layering this season. Layers of colour and texture work wonders for achieving a cosy and inviting atmosphere. COLOUR YOUR WORLD Let's face it; the easiest way to change the mood of a room is through colour. If you want to create a welcoming retreat, you might want to check out the latest colour schemes. And, remember, less is more. Dulux has released its Essential range for...

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Home style in 2019: embrace trends with authenticity

AS 2018 draws to a close, it's time to look forward to 2019 and what trends will be dominating this coming year.While I'm not one for slavishly following trends, none of us live in a bubble, so here's a quick wrap on what's in and what's out for 2019.A word of warning, stay true to yourself and only embrace trends you authentically love.The trick is to individualise a trend that appeals to you, and less really is more when it comes to most interior styles.  ColourIN: Pantone's Colour of the Year 2019 (and I'm loving this) is Greenery. Think embracing the uplifting aspect of nature, the growing (pun intended) Jungalow trend - that is inviting nature into the home. Psychologically,...

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