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Brilliant Prints are giving 2 lucky readers the opportunity to win a Lumi Tile printed with a personal photographic image. Brilliant Prints sets your photographic image on a stylish, modern acrylic tile with high visual impact.  The depth of the acrylic tile gives the image a luminescent, floating, three dimensional effect, and due to the tiles being freestanding, hanging is not required.  The Lumi Tile offered by Brilliant Prints is a medium size – 20cm x 30cm x 30mm. Each retailing at £72.

The prize will be delivered straight to the winners’ door within 3 days of confirmation of proof of image.  Winners will need to supply an imagine of their choice for printing; which Brilliant Prints can crop and retouch as required.  Your photo will be printed on to archival photo paper using genuine K3 Ultrachrome Epson ink set, then mounted on acrylic blocks using an optically clear, acid free adhesive.

Brilliant Prints is an Australiant company who have recently opened it’s doors to the UK with the launch of Lumi Tiles. The family run company are a dedicated photography printing and mounting company; creating pieces of art from your photos, designs, digital files and artwork.

Question: What is the Brilliant Prints turnaround time?

A: 2 days

B: 4 days

C: 1 week

With the change of seasons upon us and perhaps a need (or rather want!) to update your space with a new look, why not try some of the following ideas using fabric that a) wont break the bank and b) give some satisfying DIY results.

Wall Art

If you have seen some terrific fabric and are not sure where it might fit into your home, why not have it professionally framed as an art piece or stretch it yourself over a canvas? Florence Broadhurst, Marimekko and Missoni are examples of timeless designer fabrics that could act as a stand out feature piece that will certainly add that wow factor to your bare walls. (Image 1 – Meghan’s own photo)

Table Wear

A DIY table cloth or table runner is a great way to liven up your mealtime table with fabric you know you love. Buy enough of your favourite print or colour fabric in a cotton or hefty acrylic blend the length of your table to create your own runner or table cloth, for any season. Left over fabric can used to create matching napkins, napkin rings or even placemats. (Image 2 – Meghan’s own photo)

Décor for the Kids

A fun way to incorporate fabric into a child’s domain is a sail or indoor tent in a corner of the room. Use different cuts of fabric such as checks, plain and floral fabric stitched together for a playful look and tie it to anything that will make a cosy cubby. It can be used for quiet time, reading and general times of play, adventure and imagination!

(Image 3) courtesy of Articles Base http://www.articlesbase.com/remodeling-articles/create-a-kids-nook-4294884.htmlBunting is a cute way to decorate a baby or toddlers room. Sew triangles of any sort of printed and colourful fabric, connect with string, wire or ribbon and hang on a door or wall. Image (4) from http://kiddley.com

We wanted to share with you our findings from London Design Week and show you the emerging trends for 2011…

Romo-  Zinc – Miami inspired; exuberant, art deco, colourful madness, graphic printed velvets, carnival silks and punchy geometrics. Zinc Textiles

Villa Nova – delicate feminine spring patterns, Villa Nova

Kirkby Design – geometic patterns, velvets – textured fabrics, Kirkby Design

Zoffany -  beautiful wallpapers created using drypoint intaglio. Very classic and elegant patterns. http://www.zoffany.com/pages/new_collections/

Élitis at Abbot and Boyd - ethnic and tribal prints, earthy tones, bright contrasting colours – yellow, Elitis.

Harleqiuin – Spring, bright, floral, repetitive patterns, Harlequin

Porta Romana – unusual and quirky lighting – love the Faceted Lamps, Porta Romana

Créations Métaphores -  urban environment and chic landscapes were the source of inspiration – balances of softness and metallic chain elements -  http://www.creations-metaphores.com/en/metaphores/nouveautes.htm

Houlés – beautiful brightly coloured passementerie

Lelievre – strong, contrasting colours, balancing gentle graphics and naive floral motifs – http://www.lelievre.eu/index.php?mod=nouvellescollections

Brunschwig & Fils – classic and contemporary

Gastón y daniela – kahastan fabric – tribal colourful. http://www.gastonydaniela.com/MenuFront/2880742242210/en/Nuevos-Estampados-2011

Bring the bright colours of summer into your home with the latest zesty limes & citrus  greens; a big trend for 2010 & 2011.

Both vivacious and cool, the two tones will keep your scheme looking fresh and dynamic.  From your childs bedroom to the living room or the kitchen, this statement look will work in any room . Either add small accessories like cushions and vases or make an impact with a stylish feature chair or sofa. We’ve picked some of our favourite products to get you started straight away, it couldn’t be easier!

Nestled well off the beaten track on the Isle of Jura {west coast of Scotland}, Jura Lodge is a luxury retreat for whiskey aficionados, writers & guests alike. Not the easiest of destinations to reach; it will take a minimum of two planes and a ferry, but once you land on this small Hebridean island, you’ll realize why authors such as George Orwell came here to write.

Jura Lodge – originally The Old Distiller’s house – has been transformed by Paris based, American interior specialist; Bambi Sloan, into a shabby chic, vintage inspired luxurious getaway. Sloan’s quirky display of colour, décor and stylistic touches runs throughout the house; from the curios filled glass cabinets, to the white suit of armour & relics from the past. The White Room {the biggest bedroom} has fresh white walls, antique French linens & lace, ornate mirrors & a central Victorian roll top bath with panoramic sea views. Each room is decorated in it’s own unique style; but ultimately following in Sloan’s creative, eccentric manner.

From the pictures you can see that the decadent interior offers a playful & humerous touch with the collection of trinkets and vast collection of deer antlers. The attention to details is exquisite & appropriate to the rich history on the Isle of Jura, which Sloan took great inspiration from. Unique features include a writers chair made entirely from deer antlers, the kitchen fridge that originated from a Brazilian cafe in the 1950s, and a large bass drum coffee table in the sitting room.

Activities such as shooting, hunting, fishing, fell walking, lobster eating, sailing and whiskey drinking can all be organised upon request.

You can hire on a room-by-room basis but availability is limited – costs start at £625 per room per night for a minimum of three nights. “Trust us, it’s worth every penny” – Jura Lodge Diurachs. For further booking information please visit the Jura Lodge Website.