1 ADD AN ACCENT FEATURE
Brighten up a living space by painting the inside of a window recess or around a door frame in a contrast colour. Introducing a shot of bright accent colour like this is an easy way of highlighting a decorative feature, or can help create a focal point in a plain room that lacks architectural details.
Recess painted in Mustard Jar and wall painted in Cream White, both Easyclean Matt Emulsion, £25 for 2.5ltr, crownpaints.co.uk
2 MAKE YOUR OWN DESIGNER SHADES
Upcycle a simple rattan storage basket to make a designer-look lampshade. Remove any handles first and then spray the basket black – try PlastiKote’s Matt Black Spray – giving it two coats and allowing time to dry between each. Once dry, add your cable, light fitting and bulb, and…
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Woman & Home (Digital) - 1 Issue, July 2022