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Red & Pink Home Office Makeover: How To Choose Warm Paint Colours

Room makeover reveal and tips on choosing warm paint colours for your home…

11 Of The Best Sophisticated Pink Paint Colours For Grown Up Homes

My pick of the 11 best pink paint colours…

How To Paint Wooden Furniture Like A Pro: A Simple Step-By-Step Guide

Give an old piece a new lease of life with this furniture painting tutorial…

Bow Tutorial: How To Make Large, No-Sew Fabric Bows

Make large fabric decorative bows with my simple guide…

DIY Christmas Craft Tutorial: How To Make Folded Paper Trees

Make these paper trees following my simple tutorial…

DIY Christmas: How To Make Whimsical Folded Paper Bell Tree Decorations

How to make these seasonal bell decorations (includes template)…

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July 21, 2026

Small Garden Room Makeover: How I Transformed My Outbuilding Step-By-Step

July 21, 2026

Before and after of my garden outbuilding makeover!

July 21, 2026

July 20, 2026

10 Essential Lawn Care Tools Every Homeowner Should Own

July 20, 2026

Keep your lawn in great shape this summer!

July 20, 2026

July 15, 2026

How To Host A Wimbledon Watch Party: Tennis Table Setting Styling & Ideas

July 15, 2026

My top styling tips for tennis-themed table decor…

July 15, 2026

June 19, 2026

8 Of The Best Green Paint Colours For Colourful Home Lovers

June 19, 2026

8 green paint colours that you need to know about!

June 19, 2026

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June 9, 2026

7 Inspiring Interior Design Ideas That I Took Away From Interiors Showcase WOW!house 2026

June 9, 2026

5 brilliant interior ideas I took away from WOW!house 2026…

June 9, 2026

May 30, 2026

2026 Garden, Plant and Cut Flower Trends, As Seen At Chelsea Flower Show

May 30, 2026

The garden trends that you need to know about!

May 30, 2026

The Best Cladding for a Garden Room: Ideas to Take It From Shed to Sanctuary

May 30, 2026

May 29, 2026

Vinyl or Wood Flooring: What’s best for your home?

May 29, 2026

The pros and cons of both vinyl and wood flooring…

May 29, 2026

May 21, 2026

7 Stunning Garden Ideas You Can Steal From Chelsea Flower Show 2026

May 21, 2026

The best garden ideas that I saw at Chelsea Flower Show 2026

May 21, 2026

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May 21, 2026

How to Mix and Match a Dining Table with Dining Chairs

May 21, 2026

Mix and match rather than buy a full dining set for more personality…

May 21, 2026

May 18, 2026

DIY Home Maintenance Tools That Are Actually Worth Buying

May 18, 2026

The six key DIY tools every home should own…

May 18, 2026

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May 18, 2026

Is a Smart Toilet Worth It for a Family Home?

May 18, 2026

The pros and cons of investing in a smart toilet…

May 18, 2026

May 13, 2026

7 Incredible Artists That I've Discovered At The Affordable Art Fair

May 13, 2026

My favourite finds at London’s Affordable Art Fair…

May 13, 2026

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May 8, 2026

Porcelain Paving: How To Choose The Right Non-Slip Outdoor Floor Tiles

May 8, 2026

Everything you need to know before choosing outdoor floor tiles!

May 8, 2026

5 Curved Shower Enclosure Ideas for a Modern Renovation This Summer

May 8, 2026

Add softness to your bathroom scheme with a curved enclosure…

May 8, 2026

April 29, 2026

Bedroom Wardrobe Hack! How To Upgrade The Doors With Decorative Fabric

April 29, 2026

How I transformed by old bedroom wardrobes with this simple DIY!

April 29, 2026

April 28, 2026

How to Style a Cosy Living Room with Light Décor

April 28, 2026

How to layer your living room with lighting for a cosy effect…

April 28, 2026

April 22, 2026

10 Of The Best Blue Paint Colours Tried & Tested By Interior & Home Lovers

April 22, 2026

Ten of the best blue paint colours tried and tested!

April 22, 2026

April 21, 2026

Why Designers Call Queen Mattresses The Goldilocks Bedroom Choice

April 21, 2026

Why a queen mattress is the go-to choice for most interior designers…

April 21, 2026

How Pendant Lights Create a Strong Focal Point in a Room

April 21, 2026

How pendant lighting can play a big part in anchoring a space…

April 21, 2026

April 13, 2026

DIY Flower Arrangements: Using Spring Flowers to Elevate Your Home

April 13, 2026

An easy guide to putting together your own spring arrangements at home…

April 13, 2026

April 12, 2026

How to Make a Small Living Room Look Luxurious on a Budget

April 12, 2026

Tips for a luxury look…

April 12, 2026

March 31, 2026

How to Choose Between Porcelain and Natural Stone Floor Tiles for Your Dream Home

March 31, 2026

Comparing porcelain stoneware with natural stone flooring - what is the best option for your home?

March 31, 2026

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March 30, 2026

Pink kitchen inspiration: A charming pink vintage kitchen by deVOL

March 30, 2026

Take a look at this timeless pink kitchen by deVOL…

March 30, 2026

How to Create Stunning Spring Table Decor on Any Budget

March 30, 2026

5 top tips on creating a budget-friendly spring table…

March 30, 2026

March 30, 2026

What Makes Log Cabins Ideal for Garden Offices & Holidays

March 30, 2026

Everything you need to know about log cabins in the UK…

March 30, 2026

March 22, 2026

Easter Decor Idea: 5 Simple Tips To Create Your Own Easter Tree

March 22, 2026

My top tips for creating the perfect Easter tree…

March 22, 2026

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March 22, 2026

Top Reasons to Choose Quartz Worktops for Your Home

March 22, 2026

Some of the biggest benefits to using quartz in your home…

March 22, 2026

March 18, 2026

How to Easily Make Paper Tulip Hanging Decorations for A Perfect Spring Home

March 18, 2026

Follow my simple Easter or spring paper craft tutorial!

March 18, 2026

March 18, 2026

Restoring Character in a Period Home: The Design Details That Make the Biggest Difference

March 18, 2026

The design details that make all the difference when renovating a period home…

March 18, 2026

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Hello! I'm Melanie, and I'd like to welcome you to my interiors and home, DIY & decorating blog. Here, you can read all about my favourite interior and homeware discoveries, obtain interior design tips, find seasonal home craft tutorials and follow my DIY & decorating adventures.

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