I was brought up by a wonderful Mother that not only loved beautiful antique furniture but was also an amazing gardener with a love of flowers. We always had beautiful bunches of flowers in the house. I believe a room is unfinished without flowers. If they are scented not only does it add beauty it [...]

So many times I walk into a person’s home and find the main attraction in the room a television set. Not only does this look very unattractive it also becomes a focal point when entertaining. Even if the TV is turned off people tend to stare at it. In this photo I have shown you [...]

Ive just purchased these gorgeous panels out of an old Chinese room screen. I wanted something different for above my bed. I just loved the colours in them. This could easily be done with any fabric you fall in love with. Or even an old piece of beautiful vintage wallpaper glued on to a board [...]

What I learnt on my upholstery course for beginners and how I revamped my french chair.

Using old frames to decorate walls

A beautiful Vintage piece of furniture doesn’t need to cost a lot. Junk shops, garage sales, inorganic collections and even peoples garages can be key places in finding hidden treasures just waiting to be revamped. Here I have an example of a piece I found. Its original form and old piece of wooden furniture falling [...]

When you think French Furniture do you think painted furniture, flower patterns, gold gilt, or feminine? Its not only the French that have a talent for creating a piece of furniture that looks like a piece of art. The Venetians have a flair that is equally elegant and beautiful. When I was in Venice everywhere I [...]