All in DIY
If you know me, you’ll know I have a penchant for gloss paint! I’ve wanted to create a red study/library/creative space/very bold room for some time, so having the opportunity to do that in my back bedroom has been a real trip! Although the box bedroom is exactly that (just over 2 meters squared pre- bookcases), I knew that designed well, the wall to wall glossy bookcases would really work in here, regardless of it’s size.
The prospect of refurbishing this chair has been looming over me for so long. When furlough came along via lockdown, I promised myself that I’d use the time to finally tackle it and start ordering the paint and fabric samples that I’ve been threatening to do for years.
Old, new, repurposed, cheap, expensive, passed down… I'm drawn to all types of furniture and I collect pieces based on values like practicality, nostalgia, value for money, soul and of course… love. As we’re rightly experiencing an increased awareness for sustainability and taking responsibility for shopping more sensibly, we’re starting to think about how we can be more considered with our buying patterns, and how we procure furniture and accessories for our home.
I've always swooned over beautiful round dining tables with interesting leg detail, made out of chunky solid wood with an intense graphic pattern on the surface, I didn't however, like the price of them!
