Thrifty garden hacks

CLEVER TRICKS TO MINI DECOR PROJECTS… WE ROUND UP THE SIMPLEST, QUICKEST WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE BEAUTIFUL NOW

Get your outdoor space staycation-ready with comfy spots to relax, practical areas to cook and dine, and easy ways to change the mood after dark

Regardless of the size of our outside space (or the unpredictability of the British weather), we’re always on the hunt for ways to make our table feel straight off a Pinterest mood board. Consider this your foolproof guide to creating your own, with tips from none other than hosting expert Matilda Bea

WITH PAINT AND HARD WORK, DESIGNER LUCY TIFFNEY HAS TURNED A DULL GARDEN WITH A SURPLUS OF SHEDS INTO A SERIES OF VIBRANT SPACES

DREAM PLANT GROW PICK MAKE BUY

Let in the light with translucent textiles. Swap heavy curtains for delicate sheers and switch out dark pendant shades for something gauzy. If you can’t find a fabric lampshade in your price range, tr