Blog posts

A small flat doesn't have to be neutral. A guide to using height, choosing fewer and bigger things, and decorating without drilling if you're renting.

Lemons, artichokes and oysters on ceramics. Discover what fruit ceramics are, why they work on the table, and how to use them without going overboard.

A chindi rug is woven from strips of leftover fabric, giving it its characteristic mottled surface. Find out how it's made, where it fits, and how to look after it.

A quilted throw is two layers of fabric with filling in between, held together by quilting stitches that run all the way through. Find out what it can be used...

Wax on your clothes? Here's how to get it off without leaving a grease stain — step by step, and what to do about coloured wax.

Clean your rug at home without ruining the pile. A guide to vacuuming, stains, dry cleaning with baking soda, and when to leave it to the professionals.

Work out the right rug size for your dining table, so the chairs still stand on the rug when they're pulled out. With examples and an alternative if the rug...

A guide to hanging posters: height, spacing, hanging on different wall types and how to plan a wall before you drill.

Four ways to hang a wall hanging, and how to avoid it hanging skewed or bending. A guide to loops, velcro, rods and clamp rails.