Tucked away down a side street in the East Midlands village of Castle Donington is the Two Birds Gallery, owned and run by local artists Mel Anderson …
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How to create a contemporary, low maintenance garden
While we all appreciate some outdoor space, not everyone has the time or inclination for looking after a garden. Lawns need constant edging and …
Desert tones: how to decorate with burnt orange
If you're thinking about re-decorating, then using orange as a keynote may not currently be at the top of the list. You might think it's too bold a …
Colour me beautiful: an interview with interior designer Moira Spencer of Glove and Lotus
Designer Moira Spencer took an unconventional route to her career and has found herself in an equally unusual niche. “I think I’m the only …
How to keep a cool home when the heat is on
Well, this is a problem we don't normally have! Usually, homes in the UK are built to be warm and dry inside, and, unlike houses in hotter countries …
Hot trends: Fringe benefits – 10 best fringed home accessories
Fringes are making a comeback, and this is one trend it's easy to dip a toe into. Fringed accessories can help transform the look of a room by adding …
Chari-tea: top ten afternoon tea accessories for a good cause
There's nothing nicer than a 'proper' afternoon tea, complete with a real teapot, cups and saucers and a cake stand. It does take a bit of putting …
