Books can provide great inspiration when decorating your home. I wanted to share with you a list of the books that I own which I use most frequently.
Read moreCauliflower and stilton soup
Image via Easy Living magazine website
I found this recipe on Easy Living magazine. I thought it looked so yummy that I wanted to share it with you. I have made stilton and broccoli soup on numerous occasions but never with cauliflower. Have you tried it?
Read moreSitting room revamp: Ottoman and rug
What a difference a little fabric makes. Here, I've reupholstered my 'coffee table' ottoman and replaced the sitting room rug, and the effect is splendid.
Read moreFor the discerning decorator: Decorative Fair 2014
The Decorative Fair at Battersea Park is a thrice-yearly specialist event for the discerning decorator looking to source unusual English and European antiques, original 20th century designs and works of art from all periods to the present day. Check out some of the things you can see at the fair.
Read moreBeyond the Diploma of Interior Design
I'm excited to start this new phase of my life, having just completed the National Design Academy's Diploma of Interior Design.
Read moreShop online for functional, beautiful furniture with SCP
Nearly three decades on, SCP remains true to its founding idea, to make and sell design products that are functional, beautiful and made to last. They have two shops in London and stockists around the world. There are some great items for sale so I recommend you have a good trawl through the site.
Read moreLet the London winter sunshine in
On such a gorgeous day in London, I have all the windows and doors open and am luxuriating in the floral glory.
Read moreFacing the post-Christmas decoration void
I hate the post-Christmas period when all the decorations are removed, the tree is dismantled and all the partying is over. Here, you'll see how I've adapted two particular decorations to extend the life of my Christmas cheer.
Read moreItalian snack bowls from Quirky Dovetail
I love these little bowls that you can buy in Sicily and other parts of southern Italy. The design comes in several colours including blue, red and turquoise. I use them for snacks such as peanuts, crisps, and olives. Check out the large version I spotted at my local shop, Quirky Dovetail.
Read moreNigella Lawson's low-carb Meatzza
I want to share this Nigella Lawson recipe with you, from her fantastic book, Nigellissima, as it is such a great recipe and so easy to make. Two of us managed to clean up a meatzza in one meal, with a nice green salad.
Read moreTried and tested kiwi-style pavlova
Like all good Kiwis, I love making pavlova, and this beauty features fresh berries (blackberries, blueberries, raspberries and strawberries) piled high and served with a berry coulis.
Read moreA decorative reminder for your social conscience
A friend sent me this wonderful sign (Please Save Water) in the post for Christmas, instead of a card. Such an original idea. I have put it in my bathroom next to the basin. Everyone should have one of these in their bathroom!
Read moreFlower Arranging Tips
I want to share these flower arranging tips with you which I found on the web. As a trained florist, I think these three tips are absolutely crucial.
Read moreDining on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Here are a few snapshots of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. We started Christmas Eve with some snacks and champagne around 5pm after everyone came back home. I had made a selection of homemade cookies (below) and also put a selection of savoury snacks on the table
Read moreRed pepper soufflé
This recipe is one of the starters that we had on Christmas day. It is absolutely delicious.
Read morePurple-themed Christmas style
More by luck then design, I seem to have a purple theme going on in my home with my Christmas decorations. However, I did have my sofa restored and re-upholstered in purple velvet so I guess purple is my colour of the moment!
Read moreSoft-bake chocolate and fennel Christmas cookies
I made these cookies today for the first time. I was attracted to the ingredients, especially the combination of fennel and chocolate. The fennel is a subtle and delicate flavour in the biscuits so don't let it put you off.
Read moreMy favourite SW London furniture store
My absolute favourite local shop is Quirky Dovetail. Painted furniture has made a huge comeback recently and there is always a fantastic range of painted chests of drawers, bedside tables, wardrobes, tables, chairs and other random, unusual pieces of furniture in both shops from which to choose.
Read moreBehind the scenes of a London florist
This week I have been helping out at my local florist shop, Jayne Copperwaite Flowers . I am a regular customer and they were short staffed this week so I offered to lend a hand. Take a look at the inner workings of local London florist.
Read moreDecorating mirrors for Christmas
I have a lot of mirrors in my flat and I like to dress them for Christmas with lights and/or a bunch of Christmas decorations in the centre.
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It's so important to create an instant visual impact because people form an opinion of your home within the first 20 seconds of entering. Here's another beautiful stair runner I created.