Louise Curley celebrates spring’s homegrown and low-carbon blooms, showing how to pick for months and arrange them in garden-gathered style

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

Turn over a new leaf this season and bring the outside in with plenty of florals Spring into the new season with cottagecore-esque florals. Whether you prefer vintage-style blooms or more contemporary

Bold fabrics in vibrant shades breathe life into every corner This trend is all about uplifting colours and inspiring design. Combine geometrics, stripes, checks and ikat prints in clashing colours to

Use the ancient Japanese Hapa Zome printing technique to create beautiful botanical cards and gift tags such as these, perfect for Mother’s Day

Bulbs planted in autumn come to life now and deliver vibrant bursts of colour – a joy to see after the dark winter months. Daffodils (more on those overleaf) and tulips are enduring symbols of spring