Following on from our feature about curtains and blinds, I have three fantastic videos from The Natural Curtain Company. They are step by step guides on how to measure up for Curtains Tracks, Curtain Poles and Roman Blinds. I think they’re great!
Category: Livingroom
Curtains and blinds to suit all budgets
On November 18th, 2009 by pippa.
With winter closing in we are all looking for ways to keep our homes cozy and contain the heat. For this reason we thought now would be a good time to publish a feature on curtains and blinds.
Knowing what to buy can be a tricky task as there is so much to choose from. You also have to try and work out the measurements. Over the next few weeks we will be looking at various styles, offering you the chance to win your own set of curtains as well as publishing a genius step by step video from The Natural Curtain Company showing you how to measure up for curtain tracks, curtain poles and roman blinds…we hope you enjoy the features.
The above images are from Luxaflex, they have a huge selection of Roman blinds which are suitable for any room in the home. I particularly like the pleated blinds above as they maintain privacy while still allowing in some light. If you’re looking for a blind with an elegant pattern then the design below may be a good option. The blinds are from The Natural Curtain Company. The pattern itself is fairly traditional and yes it look beautiful as a back drop to this modern livingroom.
Decorating style ideas for living rooms
On November 11th, 2009 by pippa.
This glamorous look is so now now now! It’s all about brights and the best thing is it’s all from the very affordable BHS.
The basic rule to apply when decorating is to stick to a maximum of two colours (you can use various shades of this colour within the scheme) and then introduce a third texture for the furniture. In this image they have used glass but white high gloss or modern dark wood furniture would have worked equally as well. You can buy all the items in store now.
Modern rugs to suit all styles and budgets
On October 8th, 2009 by pippa.
We have recently published a feature on carpets which we hope you found useful. To continue with the flooring theme, we are going to look at rugs. We have tried to cover all styles, shapes and budgets so we hope there will something that takes your fancy. As always, if you are looking for something in particular then please just email us with your request (blog@pippajamesoninteriors.co.uk) and we will try to help. Also, feel free to comment at the bottom of the article to let us know which was your favourite style of rug…
Spruce up the home on a budget using stylish wall stickers
On October 7th, 2009 by pippa.
Due to the current financial climate, many homeowners are taking the time to stay in their homes and enjoy them a bit more due to either not selling at the moment or saving money.
We are quite used to the garish wallpapers of the old houses we grew up in and so in true rebellious style everyone began to paint their houses white, off white or even cream!
Wall Murals
The image is by Rockettsgeorge
The Best Reclamation Yards
On September 16th, 2009 by pippa.
People are always asking me where they can source reclaimed and repro antique products such as roll tops baths, old fireplaces, cast iron radiators or simply antique pieces for home renovations. Here is a list of my favourite ones in London.
How to Sell your Home in a Recession with Oliver Heath: Part 3
On September 9th, 2009 by pippa.
PART 3) SIMPLE UPDATES
If you are selling or renting your home then try and make sure it looks up to date with the latest decor. You don’t have to go crazy and re-decorate your whole home as little touches here and there will do the trick. I know you have heard it a million times but it is best to keep the look simple. Stick to neutral colours for the walls and just add interest with your accessories.
The stylish paint colours and accessories above are from B&Q and are very affordable.
Accessories: You can update the look of your home with fairly inexpensive accessories. Hide away all of the clutter and then add simple key touches. A bookshelf or coffee table could be transformed with a simple table runner and a few ornaments. The pretty accessories below are from Wilkinson and start from just £6. (more…)
Vintage is still going strong
On July 22nd, 2009 by pippa.
The love of vintage interiors and accessories looks like it’s here to stay so I thought I would post some images from a vintage shoot I worked on with my photographer friend Jemma Watts. The brief was a pretty vintage summer picnic. It’s a really easy look to create and would be lovely to use for a party picnic with friends.
I love pretty tins like the one in the photo above. I am always on the hunt for them in vintage and charity shops. They are great for cutlery but also as pen pots and the larger ones as cake tins. They also look great teamed with old french linen napkins. (more…)
5 tips on selling your home in a recession with guest writer Oliver Heath:Part 2
On July 14th, 2009 by pippa.
Selling homes in a collapsed housing market is tough which is why Pippa Jameson Interiors has collaborated with Oliver Heath to bring you 5 keys tips on how to sell your home in a recession. Here we look at cleaning your home in preparation for sale…
PART 2: Cleanliness
This is a must! If you don’t have the time to have a good old clean and yet you think your home might be looking a bit dirty then it would be money well spent to invest in a cleaning company. Trust me when I say that a dirty house is not a house that will attract buyers.
Home cleaning costs anywhere between £30-70 and this will hire you a team of cleaners to come in and give the house a once over. Also, having the carpets cleaned can be done for as little as £20 and will have them looking brand new again. If it will sell your house then it is worth it! (more…)
5 tips on selling your home in a recession with guest writer Oliver Heath: Part 1
On June 22nd, 2009 by pippa.
Guest writer Oliver Heath
Pippa Jameson Interiors has teamed up with Interiors expert Oliver Heath to provide 5 essential tips on selling a home in a recession. Over the coming weeks we will advice you on what to do and not to do when preparing your home for sale. These are tough times that we are facing, especially if you are in the position of trying to sell your home in a market that has collapsed. That said, there are still buyers out there but just not as many. For this reason your home has to really hit the mark when it comes to presentation.
“You want to leave potential buyers with a sense that the property has been well maintained and looked after so that that they don’t get the sinking feeling that as soon as they move in there’ll be lots of things that need doing”.
PART 1: DECLUTTERING
There is nothing that puts of a buyer more than clutter! Even though you may adore your little collection of porcelain cats and dogs I can guarantee that your buyer will not. Things that are personal to you mean nothing at all to a buyer; harsh but true. So put away all the little nik naks that are lying around and invest in some good storage. If you have things rammed into overflowing cupboards it is going to look like the house is too small to cater for your belongings and give the impression of being cramped. (more…)
