Homestyle Magazine apr17 Back Issue

April spells Easter and with that a long weekend perfect for a spot of DIY. If, like us, you’ve fallen head over heels for the marble and exposed brickwork trends, head to page 76 for creative ways to fake the look, as well as lots of other faux finishes. Prepare to say goodbye to boring walls and floors forever! Our real homes this month will also inspire your next projects we’re sure. Whether you favour country florals, bold schemes or quirky touches, there’s something for everyone. My personal favourite is Harley’s rental property on p16, which she has added bags of personality to all on a budget. By being bold with paint and wallpaper, it just goes to show you don’t need stacks of cash to create an Insta-famous home! If you’re looking for further design inspo, then you must take a look at our stylists secrets on page 64. We’ve spoken to six leading lights in the industry and got them to spill the beans on the trends and looks they’re loving, and they even reveal their decorating disasters! Glad we’re not the only ones... Finally, rustle up a feast the family will thank you for with James Martin’s tasty dishes fresh from his latest title on p92. And finish it all off with a too-good-to-be-true dessert on p94.