Photo Lizzie Orme
With plenty of bank holidays over the coming weeks, I know many of you will be making the most of the long weekends to tackle those DIY and decorating jobs that you’ve been putting off. So to help you set about your projects with confidence we’ve filled this special supplement with loads of practical advice and simple to follow step-by-steps.
We’ve also packed the pages with inspiring ideas, excitingnew products and new ways to use familiar products. Every feature contains some great quick fixes, for those of you who want to save time for doing fun stuff over the bank holiday rather than DIY chores. And, if you live in a rental property, you won’t feel left out, as we’ve also included lots of great ideas and simple solutions to make your rented home feel like your own without losing your deposit when you come to move on. Saving money is always one of our top priorities, so look for the piggy bank symbol throughout this issue for our top budget buys and spending-savvy tricks.