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Dining al fresco in the park on a red plaid sheet with a basket full of fresh French bagels, jam, a selection of cheeses and a few glasses of vino: The simple pleasures! PICNIC is an original hand drawn and silkscreen printed illustration by Mengsel which for me encapsulates the joys of English summers.

When it’s cold out, theres nothing better than being snuggled up on the sofa with the telly on, a cup of hot chocolate in hand, swaddled up in a cosy throw.

Treat yourself to the beautiful Cotton Fleece Stag Throw from Indigo and Rose. This throw is so comfy and velvety soft and the gorgeous stag design brings to mind a snowy winter wonderland.

Buy it for yourself or as a great gift for a loved one this Christmas.

£95.00

www.indigoandrose.co.uk

Scarlett Plum is a new player in the world of interiors and have a gorgeous collection of furnishings for the home. We particularly like the Table Gamekeeper Lampshade. It gives an instant update to your decor with its beautiful fabric and pretty bow. It's available in six different fabrics so you can make the perfect choice to suit your decor.

From £110.00

www.scarlettplum.co.uk

Bright, bold colours can take a tired room from drab to fab.

The best way to use colour is sparingly. Add striking furniture and accessories to a simple room for maximum impact.

A bright chair works great with a neutral sofa and bold furniture works fantastic paired with white walls.

For a great look and a quick, cheap update clash bright patterned cushions like these from www.trinaturk.com

For a pop of colour try this beautiful screen from  www.roomdividerstore.com

Tropicalia chair, P.O.A www.moroso.it

Lola Sofa, P.O.A www.shinebysho.com

Kilt Light Cabinet, £2,297.00 www.twentytwentyone.com

Raw Side Table, £235.00 www.lifestylebazaar.com

Turquoise Empire Chandelier, P.O.A www.marjorieskourasdesign.com 

Charleston Room Divider, $438.86 www.roomdividerstore.com 

Cushions, P.O.A www.trinaturk.com

Summer is the season of colour and there is never a better time to bring a bit of the outdoors, indoors.

Update your home with these seasonal changes.

Add a throw: Light, colourful throws in floral patterns are a great way to get an instant update, toss this “Marianne Collection” throw  from Dunelm Mill over a white duvet for the perfect summery look.

Brighten up your living room: Cushions are a fantastic way to add a splash of colour or add a nod to a favourite trend, this striking “Passion Heart Art” cushion from We Love Cushions is just right for summer.

Outdoor living: Summer is the time to enjoy your garden so splash out on this beautiful hammock from Anthropologie when it gets too cold outdoors, hang it inside, it will look just as chic.

Passion Heart Art Cushion,  £34.99 http://www.welovecushions.co.uk/

Tranquil Paradise Hammock, £78.00 www.anthropologie.eu

Marianne Collection Quilted Throw, £39.99 www.dunelm-mill.com  

Bright, bold colours mixed with intricate patterns are synonymous with the East.

Mixing ornate tiles with carved wooden furniture and delicate lanterns is the easiest way to get the look.

Marrakesh Moroccan Lantern, £4.99 www.dunelm-mill.com  

Moroccan Leather Pouffe, £129.00

Green & Bone Inlay Curved Chest Of Drawers, £1495.00             

Both from  www.grahamandgreen.co.uk

Worry no more! The BBQ Multi Tool from http://www.drinkstuff.com/ is the perfect gift. 

Apart from football there isn't anything men love in life quite as much as a good BBQ. Those primal instincts to make fire and feed family are usually at their strongest during the glorious British summertime. Make his birthday and every BBQ great with the handy Flameboy.

Flameboy BBQ Multi Tool, £12.99 http://www.drinkstuff.com/