Indholdsfortegnelse for July 2021 i HomeStyle

Window shopping gorgeous garden rooms has been my guilty pleasure this month after our recent move to a house with a well-kept lawn (lucky, I know) and a patio with potential. So far, I’ve treated myself to a couple of sunloungers so at least I can contemplate all of the renovations required indoors from a comfortable spot! You’ll find inspiration for your outdoor spaces in this month’s Decorator’s Moodboards on page 69, where we show you how to put together a classic cottagecore scheme, a colourful suburban jungle and a cool Scandi-inspired haven. Then, turn to page 82 for our bright ideas for outdoor lighting to help you create the perfect atmosphere once the sun goes down. As the mercury rises, our edit of the dreamiest new bed linen on…

I’m so glad I lived in the space for a few years before starting any major work. We waited because I wanted to see how we used each room and what the light was like, but also because of the diagnosis of my eldest daughter. Her impaired vision completely changed my original ideas. I’ve now created a space where she can skip and roller skate around freely and safely. The girls and I had to move out for two months during the renovations and this wasn’t something I had taken into consideration. When we moved back in, we didn’t have a proper working kitchen so we had to microwave meals in one of the bedrooms. It was a huge undertaking. Obviously, I’m glad we did it as we have our…

A BIT ABOUT ME I’m Gill Corrigan and I work for Shannon Heritage. I live here with my husband, Bryan, a prison officer, and my four children, my twin boys, Ethan and Jessie, 13, Lilah, nine, and Ellie, three. I post interior updates on my Instagram @rowans_rainbow. WHERE I LIVE My home is a three-bedroom 1930s bungalow near Adare in County Limerick. It’s down the road from my mother’s, which is very handy for babysitting. We’ve lived in this house for three years. WHAT I WANTED TO CHANGE The magnolia-painted walls and shabby carpets had to go. The house didn’t need any major renovation work, but I was keen to make it feel like a home and freshen up the tired décor. HOW I MADE IT MY OWN I put…

You will need 1 Use the pompom maker to create lots of small pompoms from yarn in bright, rainbow colours. 2 Slightly flatten the pompoms, and trim any loose ends with scissors. 3 Lay the throw out on your work surface or bed, and smooth out any creases or folds. Position the pompoms in rows on the throw and use pins to hold them in place. 4 Using a needle and thread, neatly sew each pompom to the throw, removing the pins as you go. Top tip You could make some co-ordinating tassels and add them to the edges of the throw for an extra pop of colour.…

Vintage shopping can be overwhelming as there’s so much choice, so it’s good to have an idea in mind of what kind of thing you’re after. It will help you narrow down your choices and stay focused. If you’re shopping for furniture, make sure you measure up. There’s nothing worse than buying something only to find it’s too big or small for your space. If you’re visiting a car boot or antiques fair, take a tape measure with you so you can make sure it’s the right fit. If you’re new to vintage shopping, start off small with little accessories such as picture frames, artworks, vases or books. Even little items can add history to your shelves or display space. Love the idea of vintage but don’t want your home…

I try and buy items that work in most rooms so these can be easily transferable. Although I’m a lover of colour and pattern, I usually incorporate this through fabrics and accessories rather than wallpaper or bright-coloured paint. This way, if we fancy a change, I do a little ‘shop the home,’ swapping furniture around and bringing in different rugs and throws to change the colours up. I love high street shops for finding on-trend bargain pieces and mixing them with upcycled furniture and accessories. When you mix these with vintage and charity shop finds, you can create a more unique style. See yourhomestyle.uk for more great real homes…

Thread count refers to the number of horizontal and vertical threads per square inch of fabric. The higher the thread count, the more densely woven the material is. Standard cotton bedding usually has a thread count of around 150. Thread counts above 200 are generally considered to be high quality, and this relatively small jump in thread count will make a big difference to how your bedding feels. Unsurprisingly, the cost of bedding tends to go up as the thread count increases. Lower thread count bed linen has a light and airy quality, a smooth feel and dries quickly. It’s more budget friendly than higher thread count pieces but can be less hard-wearing, however you can still expect a 200 thread count sheet to last for years. Higher thread count…

CHALLENGE TOWER FAN Size: 80cm (H) x 26cm (W) x 26cm (D) Weight: 2.6kg Oscillation angle: 90 degrees Speed settings: Three Remote control: Yes Timer: 30 minutes to 7 hours in 30-minute increments Price: £44.99 from Argos TOWER FAN The low-down: This slimline fan is a powerful option that quickly and effectively circulates air around the room. The operation can be controlled by a display panel on top of the fan, or by remote control. It’s easy to put together, all you need is a screwdriver to pop the head onto the base. Tower fans can be quite top-heavy, so make sure you install the base securely to avoid any wobbles. This fan’s special features are its three airflow settings: ‘Normal’ gives a smooth, constant airflow; ‘Natural’ replicates a natural…

BIONAIRE STAND FAN BSF003  size: 127.5cm (H) x 33cm (W) x 33cm (D) Weight: 3.5kg Oscillation angle: Around 120 degrees Speed settings: Three Remote control: No Timer: No Price: £44 from AO.com STANDING FAN The low-down: This stand fan bridges the gap between very tall, floor-standing options and dinky desk fans as its height is adjustable. Once it’s out of the box it’s easy to assemble, with clear instructions that guide you through the process. This also means it’s easy to disassemble if you want to store the fan away over winter. Despite its low price point, the Bionaire BSF003 has a powerful motor built to withstand hours of continuous use, which is effective in cooling the whole room. The motor uses a DC, rather than an AC, function, for…

Guilt-free glitter It’s no secret that we love a bit of sparkle, but traditional glitter is made from lots of tiny pieces of plastic that can pollute waterways. Bio-glitter is designed to naturally biodegrade, which minimises its impact on the environment. Brian Clegg craft biodegradable glitter, £4 for 40g, Hobbycraft ON THE MOVE Clever storage solutions from Creative Options help you turn any space into an upcycling studio. Pack up all your bits into this neat carry case and you can take them with you wherever you go. Pink small Grab N Go rack system, £26.95, Creative Options Weaving wonders Create Space’s latest crafty kit is a therapeutic make. Not only does the slow, rhythmic movement of weaving help you to have a calm and mindful moment, but the finished…

‘Celebrate the Cuban spirit with rich colours, tropical prints and vintage glamour’…

‘For a look they’ll love for years, keep a neutral base and change the rest as they grow’…

Summer sparkle Raise a glass to summer socialising with Belvoir’s tantalising Strawberry, Lime and Mint drink. Bubbling with strawberry sweetness and zingy freshness from the lime and mint, this alcohol-free beverage can be served neat over ice with a wedge of lime or paired with rum for a punchy mojito. Priced at £3.30 from Waitrose & Partners. FRUITS OF THE FOREST The jam experts at Bonne Maman have introduced a brand-new flavour of yogurt just in time for summery breakfasts and picnics – Raspberry and Blackberry. Bursting with berries, this creamy treat pairs well with oats and seeds for a breakfast boost, chopped bananas and milk for a sweet smoothie or simply enjoy on its own. The range also includes Morello Cherry, Violet Fig and Rhubarb and Strawberry to tempt…

HOW TO style the look 1 This interior trend is bathed in a warm, golden glow with a hint of pink, just like the first light of dawn. To break up the warm oranges and yellows that make up this look, add a single, contrasting splash of colour such as a bouquet of purple lavender, as shown above. 2 Awaken your senses and weave in natural textures and scents through dried flowers and botanical candles and diffusers. Primark SUNKISSED MEADOW Wake up and smell the roses! Bring the outside in with these pretty, floral accessories Next SHOW YOUR STRIPES These striped and geometric homewares hark back to the fun interiors of the early noughties HOW TO style the look 1 Bring a dash of contemporary cool to…

A BIT ABOUT ME I’m Natalie Lee, the author behind lifestyle blog, Style Me Sunday, and founder of the Warrior Woman campaign. I went from being a full-time midwife to a fashion blogger and body confidence advocate. I live with my two young daughters and our loveable family pets. WHERE I LIVE My home is a traditional Victorian terrace in the heart of east London. I bought the house in 2009 and fell in love with its potential to create the home of our dreams. WHAT I WANTED TO CHANGE There was lots of scope to open up the ground floor, so I wanted to create a bright open-plan kitchen and dining area. Having an open space was really important for us as a family as my eldest daughter has…

You will need 1 Go to yourhomestyle.uk and print the lightning bolt template onto paper and cut out. Place the template pieces onto the faux leather and pin in place. Cut around the template then remove the pins. 2 Next, measure and cut out one 42cm square and two 42 x 30cm rectangular pieces of velour fabric. Set the two rectangular pieces of fabric aside. 3 Pin the faux leather lightning bolt to the velour square, and neatly stitch in place. 4 Take one of the rectangular pieces of fabric, and fold and press a double hem along one of the 42cm sides with an iron. Sew the hem in place, and repeat with the second piece. 5…

Get it right first time round Plan your mural on paper before transferring to the walls. This allows you to do a trial run of drawing the mural, measuring and getting your angles right first. You can also pick your paint colours in advance and add them to your sketch to see where each colour will go and to make sure the colours complement each other. Use tester pots to save money. Sketch the mural first on the wall rather than painting it free-hand. It’s helpful to use a super sharp pencil and a spirit level. If you’re including triangles, chevrons or diagonals, make a template to use to ensure every angle is the same. It’s very important to use good-quality painting tape like Frog tape as your usual masking…

When you’re painting walls, take off your masking tape while the paint is still a bit wet – it stops the paint you just put on chipping right off, which it can do if completely dry. Watching YouTube tutorials is an easy way to pick up DIY and decorating skills, especially if it’s something you haven’t done before. For best results, watch them twice, so you don’t miss anything. Try not to leave jobs 95 per cent done. It’s so easy to walk away when the main bits are done, but the final touches really finish off a room. See yourhomestyle.uk for more great real homes…

A BIT ABOUT ME I’m Leanne Ward, an art studio manager for a ceramic printers. I live with my partner, Ashley Simpson, a teaching assistant, and our two pugs, Jinxy and Hudson. WHERE I LIVE Our home is a three-bedroom, 1930s semi-detached house in Alfreton, Derbyshire. We’ve lived here since February 2020. WHAT I WANTED TO CHANGE The house had been well looked after but there was lots of floral wallpaper and the dark oak kitchen with fruit-design tiles wasn’t my style. HOW I MADE IT MY OWN I’ve decorated it in a dark boho style with a hint of pink, lots of plants and the odd ceramic tiger. You can see more of my home style on my Instagram @sixtysevenbelmont. MY FAVOURITE PART I change my mind quite a…

You will need 1 For the stencilled plate, spray the back of the stencil with adhesive and allow to go tacky for a few minutes. Place it in the middle of the jute placemat and use a sponge to apply paint to the stencil. Remove the stencil and paint some spots around the edge. 2 For the fringe-trimmed plate, first use different-sized circular objects to draw circles on the placemat with a pencil. Fill in with different colours of paint, and add some spots and lines and allow to dry. Take the fringe trimming and carefully stick around the edge of the placemat with a glue gun. 3 To create the zigzag-effect plate, first mask off…

There’s a huge number of fans to choose from, but they all broadly fit into four styles. Each of these provides a different type of airflow, from gentle and precise, to far-reaching and powerful... DESK FANS These small-scale fans are designed to cool you while you rest or work. They have a small angle of oscillation that moves the air closest to you. STANDING FANS These larger fans have similar features to desk fans, but with a little added boost. They are taller, more powerful and tend to cool a wider area with extra functions. TOWER FANS These floor-standing fans project a jet of air along almost their entire height. Their oscillating function allows airflow to ‘sweep’ the room, quickly cooling the air. BLADELESS FANS These high-tech fans create a…

DYSON PURE COOL ME Size: 40.1cm (H) x 24.7cm (W) 25.4cm (D) Weight: 2.71kg Oscillation angle: Horizontal 70 degrees Speed settings: 10 Remote control: Yes Timer: One-hour increments up to 8 hours Price: £299.99 from Dyson.co.uk BLADELESS FAN The low-down: The Pure Cool Me combines Dyson’s innovative bladeless technology with a HEPA filter to create a fan that not only cools but cleans the air too. We particularly love the ‘ball and stick’ design which means that when it’s sitting on your desk, the airflow is precisely the right height to cool your face and neck. The vertical angle of the airflow is altered manually, by moving the disk in the centre of the fan head. All the other functions are operated by a remote control with a built-in magnet…

What’s your art style? Now you can make your patio and garden spaces look as good as your living room by bringing your inside room schemes outside, with YardArt UK’s fantastic indoor/outdoor artworks. Whether you’re creating a garden sanctuary or an outdoor entertaining space, YardArt UK have a piece of art to suit your taste, theme and style. Encompassing a wide range of amazing artists, the brand offers everything from modern to abstract, and have eclectic ranges of artworks to choose from, including a jungle oasis collection and heritage animal line. For those who may be nervous about putting art outdoors and the impact the weather might have on it, don’t be! YardArt’s unique concept sees all of their designs, including the frame, printed onto outdoor-grade acrylic to give an…

Get hands on with the Filament lamp kit from Sculpd, priced at £65. This fantastic kit provides all you need to create your own bulb lamp from premium air-drying clay. Sculpt your lamp base, seal it with the special paint, screw in the fitting and LED bulb that’s provided and ta da – you’ll have a beautiful hand-made lamp. The kit comes with full instructions, plus inspiration to help you design your lamp. Visit sculpd. co.uk to take a look at their full range of home pottery kits.…

KEEP IT OPEN Open shelving, rather than bulky wall cabinets, keeps the room looking spacious while still providing plenty of storage space. The display shelves allow Karen to show off her colourful kitchenware and plant pots and keep everything within easy reach. Rather than sticking to the same design, Karen has teamed an industrial-style shelving unit with wooden shelves and cast-iron brackets, giving the room extra character. WORK WITH WHAT YOU’VE GOT Keep within your budget by hanging onto the carcasses and just change up the kitchen doors. Karen’s new doors were made from MDF and spray-painted in Farrow & Ball’s Railings to tie in with the colour scheme in the hallway. She then customised the cabinets by attaching some brass door knobs she found online. Keeping the doors dark…

Final edit Save yourself a dusting job by only displaying items you use regularly. Once you’ve cut your collection down, arrange according to how often you use them – your fave coffee cup and cereal bowl should be at the front, in an easy-to-reach place. Go under Use the space underneath to hang kitchen utensils, mugs or even bunches of dried flowers on hooks. Use the worktop area below the shelves to ground the look, with a couple of propped-up chopping boards or colourful ceramic fruit bowls. Remove and reuse If you don’t have the budget for brand-new shelves, just remove your cabinet doors for a run of ready-made open units.…

A touch of gold Lift a pink and green colour scheme with gold and brushed brass accents. Pops of metallics through lighting, mirrors and bathroom fittings, like taps and handles, will give a grown-up, glamorous edge. Bold prints A large-scale banana leaf print gives an instant hit of Havana. For maximum impact, go big and bold with a patterned wallpaper or hang a tropical-print shower curtain. Dim the lights If it’s practical, ditch the bright overhead lights and create vintage vibes with soft, low lighting. Wall lamps and lights around a mirror will provide the faded glamour associated with this look.…

Think small If you want to create a child-friendly space, put yourself in your little one’s shoes. Go for open-book storage so they can choose what they want to read; create a cosy space on the floor that they can easily crawl into and include an easy-to-reach clothes rail to encourage independence in a fun way. Window treatments Instead of curtains, consider shutters. They offer total coverage when closed, so little ones might be less likely to get up at the crack of dawn, and you can tailor how much light streams through when folded open. They provide privacy and with no hanging cords, they pass the safety test too. Shutterly Fabulous have lots of different styles that can be custom finished to suit your room.…

Think about how you want to use your kitchen space. Do you want to include a dining and living area? Will it be your main space for socialising? What do you want from your new kitchen that’s missing from your current one? Having clear objectives will help you reach the end goal. Write a wish list. Have you always wanted a pantry space, island or a utility area of your own? Now’s the time to go for it and make the dream a reality. Get lots of quotes for the work. The more quotes you get, the better idea you’ll have of what the work should cost. Consider where you want to extend. Extending at the rear or side of your home could give you lots of extra space, or…

It can be hard to know where to start when it comes to adding colour to your home, but I found starting small really helped. I began with colourful candles and plant pots and added pompoms to stuff I already had, and it helped build my confidence to try colour on a bigger scale. If you can, start with the kids’ rooms. There is no room in the house that’s more fun and easier to add colour to. You can let your imagination run wild and let the kids join in with picking colours and accessories too. Don’t forget paper decorations like pompoms and lanterns, which are high impact and low cost! Even if you love colour, you still need a few neutral elements thrown in. Keeping the bones of…

A BIT ABOUT ME I’m Tilly Woodland and I live with my boyfriend, Reece Franklin. We’re both 24 and are biomedical researchers. WHERE I LIVE Our one-bedroom flat was built in 2019, and it’s in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. It’s near to work in Cambridge for us both, as well as to my family, plus it’s close to the beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside, with fields and fresh air just a short walk away. I post interior updates on my Instagram @tillycorinnehome. WHAT I WANTED TO CHANGE Because it’s a new-build, it was lacking personality. I wanted to add character to the place, as it felt very flat. HOW I MADE IT MY OWN I’ve added lots of vintage and antique pieces and decorated in a grey and white colour scheme with copper accents…

You will need 1 First, cut a skewer in half, then cut a piece of wick about 4cm longer than the height of the glass jar and tie it onto the skewer piece. Balance it on top of the glass with the longer end of the wick dangling inside, and the shorter end pointing upwards. 2 Quarter-fill a large saucepan with cold water. Place the wax into the smaller pan, and then place it inside the large pan. Gently bring the water to the boil, and simmer on a low heat until the wax melts. Add a few drops of essential oils to the molten wax and stir well. 3 Carefully pour the wax into the jar.…

You don’t necessarily need to take all the doors off and if you don’t mind the inside of your cupboards staying the same colour, you could just paint the exterior to save time. First, cover tiles, appliances and worktops with masking tape and remove all the handles before cleaning the cupboard and drawer fronts with sugar soap. Next, lightly sand the surfaces with sanding blocks that will get into any corners and grooves. Use a good-quality small roller for the best finish, and a natural bristle paintbrush for harder-to-reach areas. Apply a thin layer of wood primer and allow to dry for four-to-six hours. Once it’s dry, you can apply your chosen paint to the cupboard fronts first, then move onto the trims. A second or third coat might be…

A BED OF ROSES Create a calming space by bringing nature into your home. When we look at plants, trees and flowers outdoors it helps us to relax and the same principle applies in the home too. Meadow-inspired and wildflower prints create a delicate look that’s easily customisable. Layer up multiple designs for a more intense floral feeling or mix and match with co-ordinating solid tones for a more pared-back look. CURTAIN UP As the days lengthen in summer, the shorter, brighter nights can affect your sleeping patterns. Getting your window dressings right can make all the difference to the quality and amount of sleep you get each night. These small changes to your curtains and blinds will help you to feel refreshed and ready to make the most of…

DUUX GLOBE TABLE FAN Size: 33cm (H) x 26cm (W) x 26cm (D) Weight: 2.5kg Oscillation angle: Horizontal 90 degrees, vertical 80 degrees Speed settings: Three Remote control: Yes Timer: One and three hours Price: £69.99 from Duux.co.uk DESK FAN The low-down: With 20 years’ experience creating state of the art fans, Dutch brand Duux have finally launched in the UK and the Duux Globe doesn’t disappoint. We love its simple, neat design. The fan’s blades are made from clear plastic, so they almost disappear while spinning, avoiding the distracting flickering effect that bladed fans can cause. The control panel on the base of the fan is touch screen and the lights on the panel dim after use, so they won’t light up your bedroom but are still bright enough…

JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS WOOD-EFFECT DESK FAN Size: 20cm (H) x 37cm (W) x 24cm (D) Weight: 1.3kg Oscillation angle: 45 or 75 degrees Speed settings: Four Remote control: No Timer: Four hours Price: £60 from John Lewis & Partners DESK FAN The low-down: In some rooms, modern gadgets like fans can spoil the look of your carefully designed décor. John Lewis & Partners’ wood-effect fans have a natural style that blends seamlessly into your interior scheme. This contemporary desk fan is our favourite from the collection, which also includes a tower fan and a stand fan. This design features a touch-sensitive control panel that lights up from beneath the wood-effect base. The fan has a choice of two oscillating angles, as well as four different speed settings for…

PET APPROVED I’d describe my style as eclectic, moody maximalism; more is more for me! I love a dark colour palette and lots of texture, so I wanted to carry that up into the master bedroom for something luxurious and cosy. I fell in love with this burgundy colour and then paired it with rich dark teals. I added mismatched cushions, multiple rugs and my favourite faux fur throw to create that layered cosy feel that I love so much. And that Reggie the dog loves too! @itsveryemily VINTAGE VIBES I live in a rented flat along with my young daughter. My style is mid-century maximalist, with some boho touches and a lot of houseplants! Most of my furniture and décor is found at boot sales or charity shops –…

A lick of bright paint and a smart new fabric sling is all you need to give a tired deckchair a whole new lease of life YOU WILL NEED Old wooden deckchair Sanding block Royal Exterior wood finish in Passionate Plum, Teal and Lime Green, £4 for 125ml, all Protek Paintbrush 2.5m deckchair canvas, £14.50 per m, The Stripes Company Staple gun and staples Upholstery studs, £6 for a pack of 50, The Stripes Company Hammer Scissors 1m x 2.5cm pompom trim in Karting Pink, £10 per m, The Stripes Company 1m red and white striped woven cotton tape, £4 per m, The Stripes Company Pins Sewing machine Soft toy wadding Needle and thread 1 Carefully remove the old sling and studs from the deckchair frame. Use a sanding…

• Bespoke kitchen doors, £4,000, Oli Jackson Woodwork • Tulip dining chair set, £1,299.99, The Little Tulip Shop • Hafele Vintage Chic Graf Knurled cupboard knob, £1.85 each, More Handles • Stoves Sterling Chimney extractor hood, £278, Discount Appliance Centre • Matrix Blossom Pink Gloss wall tiles, £34.70 per sq m, Topps Tiles • Muuto Unfold pendant lamp, £159, Paper Rooms • Black Danny Swing arm lamp by Zipcode Design, £42.99, Wayfair • Industrial-style iron wall unit, £375, Cox & Cox • Concrete pots and plants, from a selection, Smith & Goat • Chair covers in 1981 Print cotton canvas fabric in Apple Green/Pink, £85 per m, Amelia Graham • Walls in Dulux Heritage Chiltern White matt emulsion, £42 for 2.5L, Homebase • Flowers, from a selection, Petal and Pot…

About me ‘It was the first room we wanted to decorate when we moved in. Having a finished bathroom was important to all of us while the rest of the house was being renovated’ I’m Mel Manning and I’m the chief operations officer and founder of FREEDOM 2, a charity working with girls who are at risk of exploitation. I live with my husband, John, 40, and our daughters, Evelyn, 14, and Reuben, 12, and our cockapoo, Apricot. Our home is a four-bed 1930s house in Loughton, Essex. My room... MY PROBLEM BATHROOM The old bathroom hadn’t been decorated in years and it desperately needed updating. It was not to our taste at all, especially the brown carpet! HOW I MADE IT WORK We decided to get rid of the…

About me ‘My aim was to create a space that was playful and adventurous, which I think we’ve achieved. I’m chuffed to bits with the finished result’ I’m Stephanie Fairbrother and I work for the local council. I live with my fiancé, Jake Newby, an audit and compliance officer, and our daughter, Lana, who’s three years old. Our home is a three-bedroom 1930s semi in Preston, Lancashire. We moved here in May 2017. I love to show off my colourful home on Instagram @clash_and_clutter. My room... MY PROBLEM BEDROOM It was dark, damp and pretty miserable to be honest. There was ugly wood chip wallpaper on the walls and the electrics didn’t work, but it had a lovely big window and high ceilings, and it felt like a blank canvas…

GRILLED HALLOUMI SALAD PREP TIME 15 MINS COOK TIME 10 MINS SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS • 75g sourdough bread • 3 tbsp olive oil • 1 tbsp vegetarian hard cheese, finely grated • 250g halloumi, thickly sliced • 80g watercress, spinach and rocket salad • 100g sugar snap peas, halved lengthways • 1 avocado, sliced For the tomato and chilli dressing • 3 tbsp olive oil • 40g sundried tomatoes, drained and chopped • 1 tbsp lemon juice • ½ red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped • 200g cherry tomatoes, halved • Handful of fresh basil, finely chopped METHOD 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas Mark 6. Roughly tear the sourdough bread into bite-sized pieces and spread out on a large baking tray. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil…

When did you launch Hôtel Magique? I launched five years ago, after working for years as a print designer and illustrator in Amsterdam. I thought of the name Hôtel Magique when designing artwork for a hotel vibe infused painting for my living room, and the word ‘magique’ gave me so much inspiration that I launched Hôtel Magique as a brand. Did you study art and design? I have a background in graphic design and started painting after school. After exhibitions in Amsterdam, ELLE magazine reached out to use one of my paintings as an illustration for one of their articles, and in that same month I started my first job as a pattern designer at the women’s line of Dutch fashion brand, Scotch & Soda. After three years working full…