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TRY something new

Transform magnolia walls into a stylish focal feature using only masking tape and tester pot paint

SEW simple

Turn a plain jute rug into a bright Berber-inspired floor cover using a simple embroidery technique called couching

REVAMP REPAIR recycle

Upcycle old mirrors by mixing, modelling and baking polymer clay into stylish faux marble and terrazzo-effect frames

I created a fresh pastel look with budget DIYS'

When her daughter went travelling, Paula Morton gave her bedroom a makeover in pale shades, to create a serene space for her to come home to

'The bold décor in here makes me smile every day!"

Not one to shy away from an interior design statement, Lois Connors chose a dramatic floral wallpaper and dark cabinets for her new kitchen scheme

I love my Victorian-style drawing room with a twist

Karen Cook chose dark walls, mural wallpaper, jewel-coloured furniture and fun jungle accessories to elevate the period look of her living room

'We weren't fazed by taking on a big renovation'

To get their dream property at the right price, Dagmara and Artan Lenja chose a fixer-upper Edwardian terrace and transformed it into their ideal family home

'I brought my home to life with cottagecore décor'

Rich colours, floral accessories and artwork, and lots of unique second-hand buys have helped Sharon Parnell fall in love with her modern, new-build home

TIME FOR A change

Make the most of the upcoming bank holiday weekends with these up-to-the minute projects

'We mixed vintage charm with sleek, modern chic'

Katy Boon favours clean, modern lines, while her husband Nick prefers the traditional look, so they came up with a scheme that blends both styles

'I redesigned this space to suit our family's lifestyle'

With the whole family preferring showers to baths, Antonia Richards prioritised space for a luxuriously large shower cubicle, squeezing in a petite tub as well

'Wren helped us create a kitchen that's better than we could have imagined'

Unsure of where to begin, Vicky and Graham turned to Wren Kitchens to create their dream space that the whole family could enjoy

'We gave this awkward loft room a luxe hotel look'

With a little clever layout planning and some careful budgeting, Anna and Graham McGee created a practical, spacious, spa-inspired bathroom

HELLO, SPRING!

Celebrate the season with an Easter feast that mixes some new recipes with some old favourites...

'My elegant home reflects my glitzy personal style'

With gold details, luxurious finishes and DIY touches, fashion and lifestyle influencer Chanel Boateng has made her new-build family home feel ultra-glamorous

SEW simple

Give your kitchen country charm with a hanging pot holder and oven glove set made in classic gingham and stripes

Easy as 1, 2, 3!

Egg-cited for Easter yet? This set of sweet spring makes should get you in the spirit-style them on a coffee table, console or as a dining table centrepiece

BATHS VS showers

Can't decide between 'team' bath or shower? Here's all you need to know to choose your side...

SHELF CARE

Gather your most beautiful books, prettiest plants and treasured trinkets! We have eight inspiring shelving ideas to help you showcase your stylish finds...

BRIGHT IDEAS

Bring light and space into your home with our clever tips and tricks to brighten up!

'We created a show-stopping kitchen for under £1,300'

By updating the existing kitchen with statement green paint, patterned tiles and savvy finds, Emma Forrest got her dream scheme at a low cost

Palatial PASTELS

Live the life of royalty among airy pastels and gilded accessories inspired by the whimsical décor of your favourite period dramas

SMARTER shopper

Give wildlife a helping hand with these nine easy ways to nurture nature in your outdoor space

‘We knocked down a wall to create a landing office'

Charlotte Summers and James Lawrence got rid of an unused box room to make way for an office on their landing with views over Brighton's coastline

'My husband's favourite hue was my starting point'

To surprise her husband with a new office, Anne Tiainen-Harris mixed warm terracotta with retro wallpaper to put the bounce back into this once-bland room

'Wren Kitchens gave us the confidence to go for something a bit different'

Rachel and James thought they knew exactly how they wanted their new kitchen to look, until they visited Wren where the designs were better than they'd imagined...

Easy as 1,2,3

Spread some spooky charm around your home with these trouble and toil-free Halloween makes

REVAMP REPAIR recycle

Make a stellar new addition for your home with this statement starburst mirror project, upcycled from wood shims

SEW simple

Appliqué a banner with a leaf wreath and enjoy the rich colours of autumn at home

TRY something new

Discover the beautiful art of marbling with these gorgeous candles – a fun and easy way to add some colour and creativity to your table