Weekend decorator

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

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1 CREATE A STYLISH SEATING AREA

Soak up the early spring sunshine by making an outdoor seating nook for you and your guests to enjoy. Add comfortable chairs or sofas, and soften the space with cushions or an outdoor rug to bring a homely feel to the garden. To elevate the space, paint fence panels to zone the area and add a pop of colour.

2 PAINT AN ACCENT WALL

If you want to revive a room but don't have time to re-style the whole space, focus on just one wall. For an easy refresh, cover the wall in a wash of bold colour, or get creative and paint a set of multi-coloured stripes above the skirting. Use vibrant yellows, pinks and oranges to make a stylish statement just in time for summer.

3 Prepare for barbecue season - invest in seasonal crockery. Pastel plates, floral dishes and patterned glasses will create a table display sure to impress guests.

4 UPGRADE YOUR BEDSIDE TABLES

They might be small, but they should not be overlooked. As well as adding storage, side tables can bring a pleasing symmetry to a space. Pick a bold colour or pattern to add texture to the room.

5 HOW TO DIY WALL PANELLING

Pick up your tools to create a minimal luxury look for less.