NOTEBOOK
Opening my notebook to share style notes, secret sources and the behind-the-scenes insights.
The Power of a Pendant
One of the best ways to add interest and drama to your dining space is to add a pendant over the table. This is so effective and adds another layer of character to your interiors.
How to Choose Your Kitchen Benchtop
A question I get asked a lot from students but also from friends is how to choose the right benchtop for your kitchen. Here, I share a quick video with my top tips for how to get it right.
What is Visual Storytelling?
One of the most common questions that comes up in The Styling Masterclass is around the concept of visual storytelling. It’s a simple idea that can perhaps seem a little abstract when we don’t have a strong sense of the story we want to share. So let’s break it down.
It's Not Too Late
Learning is a continual process and wherever we are on our journey, we can always learn more. We can’t worry that we’re too far behind, or that it’s too late. What we learn today makes tomorrow better. Here is why…
Give Away Everything You Know
About a year ago I read a book that has quite literally changed my life. Actually, I re-read it, as I do almost every year. But I paid particular attention to one of the many gems of wisdom. And I decided to put it into action.
When to Spend and When to Save
Recently someone asked me when should you spend money and when can you make savings in the sourcing stage of a home project. Over the years here is what I’ve learnt.
How to Create a Brief for Any Creative Project
One of the best ways to gain confidence before starting any new project is to have clarity. When we have a clear roadmap of where we’re going and how we can get there, the journey feels so much easier, and more enjoyable. Here are five steps to get you on the right track.
How to Style with What You've Got – Part II
There is often a misconception that we need to accumulate a lot of props for styling. However, most of the time we already have what we need. And what we don't have, we can source easily. Here are the three key props that I take along to photo shoots that you can usually find within your own home.
How to Style with What You've Got – Part I
One of the most common struggles people have before they even start styling is to have a suitable space. But it doesn’t matter where you live, there are many ways to still be able to style as well as create content for your business or passion project.
My Go-To Hardware Suppliers for Interiors
Hardware is often underestimated in an interior scheme. Yet it can quickly transform a space. I've always opted for timeless pieces. Here are some of my go-to suppliers.
Why is Style Important?
Style is perhaps one of the most watered down words of the past couple of decades. It has almost no meaning anymore, just something that's said to describe a look. Yet style is actually quite a powerful word, or at least what it represents. Let's reclaim it!