For today’s home-tour post I’m taking a peek at the latest project from the always-inspiring Norm Architects: the complete renovation of the first floor...
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Winter is almost here and Christmas won’t be far behind, so I have plenty of festive inspiration coming up over the next few weeks....
21 of the best minimalist daybeds
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Daybeds may seem like rather decadent additions to the home – luxury items rather than must-haves. But they’re actually very useful and versatile pieces...
A stylish autumn & Halloween mantlepiece
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Today I’m sharing a simple yet beautiful way to decorate your mantlepiece for autumn or Halloween – perfect if you want to bring a...

Find out how to keep pests away from your self storage unit and home in this handy article. Statistics tell us that pest callouts...
The best scented candles for autumn
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Now that October is in full swing, it’s time for my updated round-up of the best scented candles for autumn. I have a year-round...
Top tips for visiting Northumberland
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Every year my friend Becky and I head off on a travel adventure together – it’s become a bit of a tradition, and something...
When I was 17 and studying A-Level Spanish (I later went on to do a university degree in it), I persuaded my parents to...
I’ve always admired Swedish kitchen producer Nordiska Kök. All entirely bespoke, its designs mix a timeless Scandinavian aesthetic with beautiful materials and clever solutions...

Would you like a garden that is beautiful and safe for your dog at the same time? These 8 tips will help… Gardens are...