Window dressings shouldn’t be an afterthought – they’re like that one beautiful accessory which makes an outfit perfect

Whether concealing open storage, disguising a bulky appliance or dressing the space beneath a sink, fabric skirts offer a pretty and easy DIY alternative to solid cabinetry

● tape measure ● base fabric (patterned or plain) ● long ruler ● fabric pencil ● dressmaker’s scissors ● lining fabric ● pins ● thread ● needle ● sewing machine (optional) ● wooden dowel pieces ● iron

MORE TEXTURE! MORE COLOUR! MORE PATTERN! Bella Evennett-Watts EXPLORES THE VERSATILITY OF VERTICAL DESIGN

Sleep in a bed of roses by swapping tired sheets for fresh floral designs. This year’s botanical patterns feel especially romantic, as trending wildflowers bring a traditional countryside charm. For t

Offering a beautiful balance of romance and rhythm, botanical stripes are blooming this season, bringing joy and timeless charm to interiors