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Channel the vibrancy of a rainforest with this tropical design. Large Palm Jungle Green Tropical rug, £499, Audenza.

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Annie Sloan’s new Pearlescent Glaze is used to stunning effect over a white paint on an antique chest of drawers and a vintage wardrobe.

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TROUVA Spring Tablescapes with Mismatched ceramics, styled by Anna Barnett

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Salvaged sliding doors leading to a dining room that includes vintage DSW chairs in yellow, orange and green

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Homemade Christmas wreath with fresh flowers and foraged greenery

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