Maxine Brady | Interior Stylist, Props Stylist, Art Director & Home Decor Blogger
Interior stylist, events stylist, TV presenter, podcaster host with styling for magazines, public relations and advertising shoots. Brighton & London, UK. Home Decorating blog
I often get emails from aspiring stylists who want to find out how they break into the industry. So just for you, here are my five tips for newbies on how to be an interior stylist. They may surprise you, but hopefully inspire you. And yes, that is me ironing a rug!
There is something about Orla Kiely’s 70s inspired motifs of apples, pears or leaves in burnt orange, green or red tones that is so familiar. They remind me of the wallpaper, curtains and blankets in my Welsh Granny’s spare bedroom that me and my sister would sleep in as children.
Welcome to my little house. Rather than just post pictures up here. I thought I would make a short vlogg Home Tour of my place to show you the ins and outs of my home. I’ve got some (BIG) ideas for this rather small two-up -two-down terrace house. I want to paint it, strip it, rip bitsContinue reading My first ever vlog! A tour of my new house
This post takes a look at the latest trend – Pure Brilliant Whites. If you thought they were unadventurous and a bit too safe – then time to think again. Take another look at the the powerful impact an all-white scheme can have on your home. Time to grab a tin of paint.
We had a lovely natter with Jody Myerscough-Walker, who creates bold, vivid designs for her fabric company Bon Maison.
In one weekend this tired-looking bedroom, which was filled with junk shop furniture, was re-styled with with a can of paint, swatches of wallpapers and pretty vintage accessories.
On a snowy trip to the Big Apple this winter, my lovely friends who live in the Brooklyn area took us to their local flea market.Continue reading Guide To Shopping At Brooklyn Flea Market
Looking to buy a house. Here’s how I managed to knock £30K off the asking price for my house in Brighton – follow my tips and tricks! A bit of background on my house buying journey I had been house hunting for over 6 months. I had sold my first flat and moved out so thatContinue reading How I Got £30,000 off The asking price when buying my House
Giving your home a style overhaul doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. Just look around your home and add stylish touches using everyday materials, like paper, string and cloth.
Thinking of buying your first home but don’t know where to start? It can feel very complicated at first. From mortgage applications to dealing with estate agents, you have to take a big GULP as it’s time to be a grown-up. And I hate grown-up things – they make me palm-sweaty! So if I can do this, anyoneContinue reading Buying Your first home? Get Your Finances In Order In 5 Easy Steps