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
Pinterest is a great tool but it can be tricky to navigate. With the help of PinHouss I’m sharing my top 4 Pinning tips and tricks to help you achieve success on this app. Continue reading 4 Pinterest Tips & Tricks That Will Help Your Business (And Blog) Grow
Enter this Christmas Bathroom styling competition by Triton Showers and you could win a £300 voucher to spend Continue reading How To Style A Festive Christmas Bathroom This Year
A few weeks ago, I went to Paris for a mini break – and, the best bit – my accommodation cost me nothing. The beautiful one-bed apartment I stayed in was in a very cool area of Paris, just a short walk from the Seine. How did I do this? Well I used a social networking holiday-swap website called GuestToGuest. LetContinue reading How to holiday in Paris for free with GuestToGuest
Hey – it’s a long time since I’ve put up a simple project on the blog. It’s all been about the big projects – kitchens, bathrooms and my staircase. I wanted to share a simple project that I did last year, that even the most DIY-shy can do. And the best bit? It takes MOMENTS toContinue reading Easy DIY: My dip-legged table
I’ve taken a major shine to antique rugs. I’m not the only one either! The trend for decorating with Oriental and Persian rugs has been championed by interior magazines, stylist, designers and homes bloggers. These traditional rugs have been styled in modern setting which looks new and exciting. Here’s my style tips on how toContinue reading How To Style Oriental And Persian Rugs Into Modern Homes
Have I told you that I rent my house out an Airbnb? I’ve found it a great way to earn extra income each month.Continue reading Top 5 Tips That Every Airbnb Host Needs To Know
The trend for ultra grey interiors is here to stay in 2017. We’ve had grey wallpapers, paint shades, furniture and fabrics – and now ***drum roll*** it’s time for grey carpet to take centre stage. Yep, that’s right the coolest colour is going to become the hottest flooring trend this year with breakthrough designs and playful patterns. In my my 2017 springContinue reading Say 'Oh, Hello!' to 10 of the Best Grey Carpets
When I applied for my mortgage to buy my home two years ago, I had a big shock! I thought my overall money situation was healthy. After speaking to over 12 mortgage brokers, I realised had to get my finances in order – and pronto. Don’t freak out like I did! Here’s how boost your mortgage chances in 3 easy steps without breakingContinue reading Boost Your Mortgage Chances
Hello – and Happy 2017 (well almost!) I want to talk to you about my kitchen I’m notorious for switching things around in my home all the time, and my kitchen is no exception. It felt like it needed freshening up – nothing dramatic – just a few wallet-friendly accessories to give it a new feel for 2017.Continue reading Simple Kitchen Update With These Essential Buys
Hey there – welcome to my expert lighting guide to transform your dining room in time for Christmas. With the help of lighting expert Sally Storey from John Cullen Lighting, she is going to teach me how lighting can transform my dining area from dull and dreary, to bright and sparkling in time for the party season. Come check outContinue reading Guide to Lighting Your Dining Room This Christmas
With the festive season fast approaching, I’m seriously tempted to invest in a sumptuous, jewelled- velvet armchair to snuggle into this Christmas. After all, if love were a fabric, it would be definitely be velvet. Here’s how you can work this latest interior trend into your living room with my expert tips and shopping guides. G-Plan’sContinue reading Feeling the love for velvet this Christmas
I want to say a big WELCOME to the guys hopping over from Dear Designer with the #UKHomeBlogHop. Come inside, I’ve just opened a bumper box of Quality Street. Ooh, and regular readers are in for a right treat too because I’m taking part in a big festive-blog-get-together with 23 other top notch bloggers. Oh – yes, it’s Chriiiiiiiistmas, baby! And – this,Continue reading #UKHomeBlogHop My Lazy Girl's Guide To Christmas Decorating