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05 Aug 21

The trend for rattan and new design books Podcast show notes S12 Ep3

Hello and welcome to my show notes for the latest episode of the Great Indoors podcast, as always you can listen to it in full here, and don’t forget about our ever-resourceful and inspiring Facebook group. We are halfway through season 12 already and for this one, we are back to our duvet dens, and although life has […]

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Release the past and embrace the future. Who’s w

Release the past and embrace the future. Who’s with me in making 2025 the best yet?!

Comment VB25 and i’ll send you details of my new Vision Board masterclass.

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It’s here! The time is now! Time to embrace a po

It’s here! The time is now! Time to embrace a positive bright and colourful future! Magical things come to those who step outside their comfort zone. Let me know your ins and outs in the comments below…. 👇

Time to create a VISION for 2025. This is not a li

Time to create a VISION for 2025. This is not a list of resolutions, not even actionable goals but more of a slow meditative process to discover how I want this year to feel. I was in a very different place this time last year, steeped in fear and anxiety of the unknown so this year it’s wonderful to feel the mood has shifted back my usual enthusiasm and excitement, and i’m compelled towards feeling ambitious and adventurous again.

I begin by walking in nature, making time to feel grateful for everything in my life as a vision board only works i’ve discovered if it comes from a place if positivity rather than woe or lack, or fixing something broken.
I then make some notes on how I want to FEEL but the key to successful vision boarding is the images. Finding pictures that deeply resonate emotionally is the how to make this process a success and our brains process images much more powerfully than words. While tangible objects might be the thing you think you want, it’s important to identify the feeling having that thing will give you.

I will probably add the key words to my board for additional clarity but right now, I’ll wait and see if this board feels right over the next few days before i stick it down for good.
Finally position your board, somewhere you can see it everyday, to remind yourself of your priorities, remaining clear about your future direction and aligning goals, and to remind you how far you’ve come. ❤️

I’ve been creating boards for over 20 years and find them a powerful tool. If you are ready to gently open yourself to feeling positive about your year, getting clarity around the direction of your life and ultimately what you need to get there, join me for my live webinar this Wednesday. Visit the link in my bio to book your place. 🙏

Before and after ➡️ Are you ready to ban the b

Before and after ➡️ Are you ready to ban the beige?

Why are bathrooms so boring? I had to live with this bland, beige, bleugh situation for five years before we got round to redoing it. I hated being in here as it felt cold, echoey and sterile.

Now it’s my perfect sanctuary in a joyful palette of reds, pinks and warm yellows. Trick is not to tile the room out, and instead use panelling and even wallpaper to soften the look. Fabric blinds at the window and rugs on the floor make it feel warm and cosy - just what I need to beat the January blues!

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i’ve always had a vision for how I want my life

Ready to make your home pop with personality? I lo

Ready to make your home pop with personality?
I love creating exciting new colour combinations, tuning into how colours can completely change how you feel in a room. These vibrant combos are all
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about embracing bold hues and having fun combining different patterns to suit an unapologetically maximalist aesthetic. I partnered with the team at Harlequin to create the ultimate Maximalist tool kit so you can have the confidence to mix and match patterns until they reflect your personal style.

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New year, fresh beginnings! January is the perfect

New year, fresh beginnings! January is the perfect time to refresh your space. After all the decs come down I can feel a little blue as the house looks so bare and uninspiring. Here are 8 simple ways to start the year with a home that helps you feel optimistic and renewed:

- Add a fresh pop of colour with seasonal flowers displayed in a bold vase. I supplement shop bought blooms with a few springs of foliage from the garden. Instant uplift!
- I never feel more inspired to have a good old declutter & re-organise as I do this time of year. I promise you it’s like therapy once you get started as you clear out your surfaces and cupboards and make way to create some beautiful displays!
- I’m a firm believer that you don’t need big bucks to create a beautiful home, just a little creativity and ingenuity. Look around your home and think about what’s up for a little reinvention with a lick of fresh paint or a piece of new fabric.
- There is nothing more exciting than rolling out a bold new paint colour across your walls, delivering the most bang for your buck in terms of a transformation. Think about which colour brings you the most joy and just go for it.
- With the January sales on, it’s a great opportunity to grab some fresh new bedlinen. Go for a bold pattern in a new colourway and it will totally change the look of the room. (Make sure you check out my collection at @JohnLewis while you’re at it!)
- If you don’t need to bring more into your home right now, have fun restyling the objects you already own.
- One of the best ways to kick start the new year is to take time to create a vision board for your next creative project. It’s the best time for laying plans, leaning into your creativity. Then you are ready to get going with gumption in Spring, but a clarity of vision.

Ready to take it further?
My online Interior Design Courses are the perfect fresh start for creating a home you’ll love in 2025. Comment VIP to get access to an exclusive January discount or join me on my live Vision Board masterclass. Let’s make your space as unique and fabulous as you are—because 2025 deserves nothing less!

January is just around the corner, and I’m alrea

January is just around the corner, and I’m already dreaming about all the gorgeous interiors that are waiting to come to life. Is this the year to finally make it happen for you too?
But I get it, designing a home is hard. So many decisions, so many potential mistakes and yet it’s never been more important to have a home that makes you feel your best. Imagine your home bursting with personality, layers of colour, and pieces that make your heart sing every time you walk in. Sounds like a dream, right? You can make your dream a reality, but you need a process, a path to follow to stop you making costly mistakes, or worse still, bottling out of pursuing what your heart truly desires.

Here’s your invitation: Make 2025 the year you learn the skills to bring all those interior design ideas swirling in your head to life! Whether you’re a total newbie or already obsessed with creating beautiful spaces, I’ve got just the thing to get you started.
My interior design school is where I share my tried and tested methods to colour scheming success using my 25 year’s of experience and having helped over 6000 people online. And to help you on your way this January I’m offering a whopping 33% off across all my courses so you can be your OWN interior designer and unleash your innate creativity along the way.

Simply comment VIP in the comment below and I’ll get you moving towards your design goals this new year, and save you money too.

Let’s unleash your inner interior designer and create spaces that are as unique, bright, and fabulous as YOU. Because 2025 is the year we stop scrolling and start being creative!

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