All things shabby chic and vintage are in right now. This has a lot to do with the state of the economy and people are trying to save money wherever possible, but it can also be put down to the fact that people are spending a lot more time at home, looking for entertainment indoors [...]
Although we bang on about the aesthetic pleasure that a rug will bring to your home time and time again, it’s not just the way that it looks that should concern you. There are loads of practical reasons to consider adding a rug to your living space and regardless of your personality and style tastes, [...]
Although you might have an energetic and bold personality, the majority of people are still afraid to express themselves with colour in their homes. When it comes to decorating, people generally stick with neutral colours because they’re easy to accessorise and widely accepted by others. However, there are ways that you can add a splash [...]
Very often, regular travellers fall completely in love with the countries they visit. Whether it’s the food, the weather or the way of life, the majority of travellers will have influences from all over the world in their homes. Eastern styles are particularly popular for people to incorporate into their décor because of their warm, [...]
Now that spring has arrived there are a lot of people who will be looking to transform their homes in order to banish dark colours and inject some light and energy into their living space. Spots and stripes are a major trend at the moment and are unlikely to go out of fashion any time [...]
It’s well known that homemakers can match rugs with attractive laminate flooring or exposed wood flooring. The two go together perfectly because the former reinstate a bit of homeliness and warmth after the latter have brought the cleanliness and the simplicity. However, laminate flooring and wood flooring aren’t for everyone and they aren’t necessarily for [...]
When you search for rugs online, you’ll notice a whole host of styles and colours available. However, it’s not just about picking between the different styles. You can base your search on something else, like whether or not you’re after the latest designer pieces or something that represents a bit of a bargain. So, one [...]
Rugs are incredibly practical for a number of reasons. Of course, they perform a very important function in making the house look more stylish and they generally help to make your interiors feel warmer, but there’s more to them than that. Take, for instance, the impact they have in children’s bedrooms. Rugs can be used [...]
The period between winter and spring is one of those interesting transitional pseudo-seasons that has its own unique feel. It’s positive in the sense that temperatures are rising and the days are getting a bit longer and brighter. However, the traditional British springtime is not exactly glorious in terms of the weather – it rains [...]
Camping is a very British pastime. As a nation, we have a wonderful relationship with the beauty spots on our doorstep, with couples, families and individuals often finding solace and enjoyment in trips to the countryside. Perhaps it’s representative of the British stiff upper lip that we like to camp and look after ourselves, rather [...]