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Discover Bristol’s best spots for second hand furniture, vintage homeware and reclaimed finds, with easy tips to style your home beautifully on a budget.

A practical guide to finding artwork in Bristol, with tips on choosing pieces for your home, supporting local artists, and discovering inspiring work at BV Open Studios.

From January, I’m changing how I teach. Rather than everything living in one place, I’ll be alternating where I teach each term. January will see me down by the Harbourside at Design West, and in February I’ll be back in the warm, creative buzz of The Bristol Folk House. Then we’ll flip again the following term, and so on. It’s still me, still colour-obsessed, still banging the drum for homes with soul, not showrooms, but the two courses each have their own personality. One i

Feeling stuck when it comes to colour? You’re not alone. As a Bristol-based interior designer, I help clients uncover hidden blocks through my unique “Colour Detective” method — making sense of your colour hang-ups and transforming them into choices that feel right for you. This isn’t about trends — it’s about slow, sustainable interiors with soul. Let’s get colour confident and create a home with heart.

"Designing your home isn’t just about paint colours or choosing between brass or black handles. It’s about identity, belonging, and yes, sometimes quietly crying on the sofa because you're overwhelmed by green swatches. You’re not behind, and you’re not alone. Good design isn’t about perfection; it’s about creating a space that feels like you. This is emotional work, and you deserve support through it."