WHERE THE HEART IS
“ Home is a sanctuary amid the chaos of modern life and a place where I can express my personality . Where I can create small displays of treasured finds or display collections of pictures ”
02 together again , our choices will continue to be timeless and considered ( with a touch of my rustic foraged edge !).
If you want to try colour for the first time or aren ’ t sure about a colour , start with a feature wall . It ’ s only paint so if you don ’ t like something it is easily painted over . I wouldn ’ t repaint just according to season but a few little changes here and there can help to make a space feel season-ready .
Adding cushions in lighter colours is an inexpensive way of freshening things up in spring , and I add more texture with throws and cosy lighting in the colder months . I often display foliage and nature finds to match the season .
Since having my children I ’ ve found that the space and furniture in my home have to work much harder . There ’ s hidden storage all over my house : the coffee table in the living room is also a storage trunk . When it comes to storage , I think the most important point is to firstly look at what you store and ask yourself if you really need it . After that , I love baskets and multi-functional pieces of furniture . That said , children bring so much joy , I ’ m prepared to overlook the extra mess they create .
We try to live as slowly as possible . To counteract our busy lives , it ’ s important that home is as tranquil as possible . Otherwise it ’ s too easy for the days to fly by in a haze of work and chores and juggling children .
I want my children to grow up seeing the beauty in the everyday and treasuring the moments of their home life and I encourage them to be as playful as possible . Make time for yourself too – even if it ’ s just something small like a cup of tea alone or a rejuvenating hot bath .
Read more of Pip ‘ s story on Instagram , @ pipshome
HOMELIFE