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Interior and Garden ideas for your home from the Tees Valley and the North East of England.

Tribal style

Go wild with tribal style

EVERYONE is going wild for rooms inspired by the great outdoors. And a really popular look for both fashion and interiors is tribal style. Read

IF you want to make the most of your blooms, propagating roses can be the answer.

Taking rose cuttings is a really easy process as they will grow on their own roots. Read

Dwell round dining table with four curved stools

Focus on stools

STOOLS used to be dull, utility items relegated to kitchens and school science labs, but now they’ve been given a makeover, and are a must-have in stylish homes this summer. Read

Make your roses go further

IF you want to make the most of your blooms, propagating roses can be the answer. Read

Top tips for using oil-based paints and varnishes

OIL-BASED paints and varnishes tend to separate, so you need to stir them really well before use, ensuring that you reach right down into the bottom of the tin. Read

Find inspiration in newly-created plot Jun 28 2008
Susie White continues her tour of some of the region’s most impressive gardens. more

Beauty of the beasts Jun 28 2008
As every gardener knows, not all insects are pests. Some can be positively beneficial, as Hannah Stephenson explains. more

Nice bugs for your garden Jun 26 2008
ARE you already tackling aphids on your roses and picking red lily beetles off the petals of emerging blooms? But remember not all insects are bad. more

DIY safety tips Jun 26 2008
SAFETY is key when it comes to DIY. So here are some top tips. more

Coming into full bloom Jun 21 2008
A June walk through the garden reveals that all is bright and beautiful, says Robert Jamieson. more

Hallway

Making a good first impression

WHEN it comes to decorating, hallways are often neglected compared to other rooms in the home. Read

Strawberries

Berry nice

NEXT week sees the start of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships, which bring thoughts of strawberries and cream to mind. Read

WOOD stains can be a great way to spruce up furniture or give flooring a new look.

But don’t depend on colour charts when buying wood stains because the colours are unlikely to reproduce accurately in print. Read

The boys are not left out Jun 12 2008
LAST week I gave you lots of advice on how to create a gorgeous feminine room so it’s only fair that this week I even things up a little. more

Outdoor dining

Focus on outdoor dining

SUMMER’S on its way and that means the joy of eating outdoors and enjoying leisurely alfresco meals. Read

Tips for stripping wood Jun 12 2008
IF you’ve got plans to strip wood in your home, here’s some top tips. more

Taking cuttings can be so rewarding Jun 7 2008
AT last the warmer weather has arrived. In the garden the buds are bursting and foliage is unfolding. I'd like to share with you some of the tips I've learnt over the years to help you propagate your plants. more

Pretty in pink Jun 7 2008
Girls, if you’re like me and adore everything pink and pretty then you can’t go wrong by opting for a girly style bedroom says Clare Jobson. more

Up the wall! Jun 7 2008
Hannah Stephenson visits Chelsea Flower Show and learns how to make the best use of limited spaces more

Property clinic Jun 5 2008
I have just moved into an apartment and there isn’t a designated space that I can use as a study. I need somewhere to store my personal finances and paperwork, can you help? more

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