Faux street sign

Extremes in dark and light are effective tools in creating punchy focal points. I have painted lots of sunny, acrylic street scenes – mainly backlit – and really enjoyed dabbing in the sparkly highlig

Design solutions

Upcycle empty jars into handy planters, then mount on a wall in your kitchen or garden

Transform seashells with découpage and gold leaf to make pretty jewellery and keepsake dishes

Reuse, repurpose and recycle to bring quirky charm to your garden or outside space

Invite more smiles and grow the giggles in your plot with these designer ideas that add FUN WITH FLAIR