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John Hanley Tartan Merino Wool Blanket from Liberty

John Hanley Tartan Merino Wool Blanket, £140, from Liberty

Keep cosy on spring evenings with this John Hanley Tartan Merino Wool Blanket from Liberty. £140

With the weather we’ve been having lately, spring, let alone summer, seems a fair way off.

While it’s not been exactly warm in the day, I personally think the evenings have been chillier than usual. Rather than getting my winter blankets out of storage, I’m opting for this luxurious John Hanley Tartan Wool Blanket from Liberty.

Made from a comforting mixture of cashmere and merino wool, I love the pretty on-trend ice cream colours.

Perfect for snuggling up on the sofa with, this blanket is sure to see you through those less than warm spring nights.

La Table de Rouen from The French Bedroom Company

La Table de Rouen, £495, from The French Bedroom Company

Add a touch of France to your home with this La Table de Rouen from The French Bedroom Company. £495

Most people think statement furniture has to be expensive and completely out there but that’s not the case.

And it’s certainly not true about the La Table de Rouen from The French Bedroom Company.

Elegant and very stylish, this table proves that you don’t have to spend a small fortune to give your room a showstopping look.

I adore its duck egg colour and the subtle gold trim which combined make for a gorgeous piece of furniture.

Perfect as a writing desk, it will also make the perfect dressing table.

Shop the Room: French Bedroom

Our pick of glamourous accessories for a French Bedroom

Give your sleeping quarters some va va voom with our pick of the best accessories for a French bedroom.

Nothing says elegance like a French-style bedroom, so why not indulge yourself with some of these gorgeous French-inspired furnishings to give your bedroom a decadent feel.

The Gold Gilt Button Bed from Sweetpea and Willow oozes a luxurious French feel that will bring glamour to any boudoir. While the White Gypsy Chandelier from Dutch By Design is perfect for adding some ambience.

(Clockwise from top) Console Table from Orchid Furniture, £895, Meringue Mirror from The French Bedroom Company, £195, White Gypsy Chandelier from Dutch By Design, £95, French Glitz Chaise Longue from Sweetpea and Willow, £495, White Candelabra with Candles from Rockett St George, £39, Gold Gilt Button Bed from Sweetpea and Willow, £1,670.

Shop the Room: Floral Bedroom

Our pick of floral goodies.

Create a pretty bedroom with our pick of floral goodies.

Nothing says Spring more than floral, so why not transform a dark and dull bedroom with some flowery designs from Furnish.

Transform a cream wall with the Black & Mother of Pearl Inlay Floral Mirror from Graham & Green, for a vintage floral finish. Or maybe you’d prefer something a little more low key for cosy nights in, such as the Floral Antiqued Silver Tea Light Holders from Rockett St George, perfect for creating a romantic and warming ambience.

(Clockwise from top) Venetian Floral 3 drawer Bedside Table, £175, from Lovers Lounge, Black & Mother of Pearl Inlay Floral Mirror, £276, from Graham & Green, Floral Club Chair, £215, from Puji, Floral Antiqued Silver Tea Light Holders, £2.99, from Rockett St George, Pure Silk Floral Sand Bed Linen, £33, from Sweetpea and Willow, Floral Mimosa Cushion, £29, from Puji.

New York Treasured Chest from The French Bedroom Company

New York Treasured Chest, £825, from The French Bedroom Company

Give your home some distressed chic with this New York Treasured Chest from The French Bedroom Company. £825

Distressed chic has been a buzzword in interiors this past few months but stark,metal furniture, as gorgeous as it is my humble opinion, isn’t for everyone.

Which is why I love this New York Treasured Chest from The French Bedroom Company.

Made from solid teak, the chest has been given a distressed look using an array of oh-so-now pastel paints to soften the look.

Two trends in one piece of furniture can’t be bad but the classic shape of this unit means it will never go out of style.

Use it in a bedroom for clothes or bed linens or anywhere in the home that’s crying out for a statement piece of furniture.

Quick Shop: Beds

Our pick of the most stylish beds.

Relax and recline with our pick of the most stylish beds for young and old.

Nothing feels better than snuggling under the duvet after a long day, so make your bedtime special with these fabulously designed beds.

The Moulin noir 4 poster bed from Lovers Lounge is perfectly romantic and a great statement that’ll compliment any bedroom. If you’re looking for something for the kids, the Hideout children’s bed – pink or blue from Lover Furniture is a great way of putting fun into bedtime, as well as keeping toys and clutter hidden away.

(Clockwise from top) John Lewis Somerset bunk bed, from John Lewis £399, Moulin Noir 4 poster bed, from Lover’s Lounge £1565, Henry natural arc bed, from Puji £965, Hideout children’s bed – pink or blue, from Lover’s Lounge £339.99, Normandy upholstered bed, from the French Bedroom Company £1195-£1799, Kingsley padded bed double black, from Dwell £699.

Quick Shop: Bed Linen

Our pick of the best bed linen

Spruce up your slumber with our pick of the must- have bed linen.

Nothing screams comfort more than a well-dressed bed, and here at Furnish we have something for everyone.

If you fancy something colourful, the Yoko duvet cover from John Lewis brings a relaxed yet vibrant, Japanese feel to your bedroom. Or if you’re a sucker for crisp, white sheets, the Lille 100% organic cotton flat sheet from The Fine Cotton Company is perfect for a great nights sleep. So ensure you get your full eight hours in style and comfort with these fabulous bed linens.

(Clockwise from top) Pure silk floral sand bed linen, from Sweetpea and Willow £33, John Lewis Yoko duvet cover, from John Lewis £50, Lille 100% organic flat sheet, from The Fine Cotton Company £50-£55, Orla Kiely multi stem covers, from John Lewis £60, Heal’s Amerlia bed linen from Heal’s £50-£70, Pure silk silver grey bed linen, from Sweetpea and Willow £33.

Arc Corner Six Drawers from Dwell

Arc Corner Six Drawers, £499, from Dwell

Make the most of your space with this Arc Corner Six Drawers from Dwell. £499

Keeping your home neat and tidy can always be a little trying, especially if you have too much stuff.

And if you live somewhere small, then it can be even more of a headache. Which is why you have to get savvy when choosing furniture.

If you don’t have room for a normal sized chest of drawers, this set of Arc Corner Six Drawers from Dwell should do the trick.

It’s shaped so the back neatly fits in a corner meaning you can make the most of any otherwise dead space.

Finished in a walnut veneer, the six generous drawers are more than enough to make sure your bedroom stays clutter free.

Sakura Blossom Sticker from Spin Collective

Sakura Blossom Sticker, £18, from Spin Collective

Brighten up a spare bedroom effortlessly with this Sakura Blossom Sticker from Spin Collective. £18

With Christmas fast approaching, chances are you’ll have guests staying with you over the festive period.

So, we have a question for you; when was the last time you looked at your guest room and is it up to scratch?

If the answer is no, then it’s time to spruce it up! Don’t worry, we’re not suggesting you reach for the wallpapering table and paint pots, we’ve found a far easier solution.

While wall stickers aren’t news to anyone, they’re a great for giving rooms a new look.

We love this Sakura Blossom design from Spin Collective which is guaranteed to brighten up even the most neglected of rooms and make guests feel really special.

Giant White Alarm Clock from Rockett St George

Giant White Alarm Clock, £49, from Rockett St George

Make getting up a little more stylish with this Giant White Alarm Clock from Rockett St George. £49

I don’t know about you but I’m finding it increasingly hard to get up when it’s so dark in the mornings.

Forcing yourself to get out of bed when it’s just as dark as when you went to the land of nod is tough going but something we’ll have to put up with a little while longer.

So, a sturdy alarm clock is an essential bit of kit.

We like this Giant White Alarm Clock from Rockett St George which is based on a traditional design but presumably being giant means its ring is even louder.

So no more repeatedly pressing snooze on your iPhone alarm function, with this alarm clock in your life, you’ll be up with the lark.

Vintage Star Glass Drawer Knob from The Orchard

Vintage Star Glass Drawer Knob, £7.50, from The Orchard

Update a cupboard or chest of drawers with these Vintage Star Glass Drawer Knobs from The Orchard. £7.50

In these lean times with everyone trying to save a penny or two, upcycling is ll all the rage.

if you don’t trust yourself with a paint brush and your favourite piece of furniture, then replacing drawer knobs is the perfect way to update a chest or cupboard without breaking the bank.

I love these Vintage Star Glass Drawer Knobs from The Orchard.

They’ll instantly give a tired piece of furniture a new look and save you a pretty penny too.

Quick Shop: Alarm Clocks

Our pick of Alarm clocks

Wake up in style with our pick of eccentric alarm clocks.

Nobody enjoys the sound of their alarm ringing and destroying their slumber, so why not make your morning wake up call a little less painful with some of these eccentric alarm clocks.
The traditional, bell alarm clock is always successful in waking. We love the V&A Kennet Alarm Clock from Bloomsbury, and it looks fabulous on a bedside table with its gorgeous, floral designs. The fun Blue space invader alarm clock from Heal’s is perfect if you want something a little more quirky for your mornings.

Whatever your wake up call, these alarm clocks will be sure to start your day in style.

(Clockwise from top) Space Invader alarm clock, from Heal’s £18, Newgate Toledo alarm clock with snooze, from John Lewis £38, OKKO bird led alarm clock, from Habitat £28, Tiny Splash Over The Rainbow alarm clock, from The Contemporary Home £7.99, V&A Kennet alarm clock Wild and Wold, from Bloomsbury £17.95, Walnut alarm clock led, from Soulful Toaster £42.50

The Freud Chest from Graham & Green

The Freud Chest, £595, from Graham & Green

Keep your stuffed stashed away in style with The Freud Chest from Graham & Green. £595

By now you’ll know I am completely obsessed with storage. A non-clutter freak some would call me, but who on earth wants stuff all over the place when you can have a neat and tidy home?

This The Freud Chest from Graham & Green is the latest object of my affections and I’m sure you’ll see why.

Made from mango wood, it is a collection of different sized drawers and trays all finished with different knobs and handles.

Perfect for storing everything from jewellery and handbags to paperwork and magazines, this stunning piece of furniture is sure to take centre stage wherever you use it.

Crochet Bed Linen from Also Home

Crochet Bed Linen, from £15 for a standard pillowcase, from Also Home

Add a crafty scheme to your bedroom with this Crochet Bed Linen from Also Home. From £15 for a standard pillowcase

I’m usually very strict about the bed linen I’ll allow to grace my bed. It has to be high thread count, it has to be white and it has to be fairly plain.

Colour comes to my boudoir in the shape of tonnes of different cushions that the other half moans about every night.

However, I’ve rather fallen for this Crochet Bed Linen from Also Home.

It’s still white and it’s still high quality but it has a delicate hot pink crocheted border which gives it an edge
(sorry couldn’t resist the awful pun!)

Perfect for adding some homespun style to your bedroom, it offers enough femininity without being too girly.

Baroque Headboard Sticker from Spin Collective

Baroque Headboard Sticker, £36, from Spin Collective

Add some grandeur to your bedroom with this Baroque Headboard Sticker from Spin Collective. £36

Not everyone has room or the budget for a headboard but if you want to add a touch of glamour to your bedroom then Spin Collective has the perfect thing.

Known for an array of wall stickers, it also stocks a range of stickers designed to mimic headboards.

We love the Baroque design which is sure to add some grandeur to any boudoir.

Shown here in classic black, the stickers are available in 20 colours so there really is something for everyone.

And if you don’t want to use the sticker as a headboard, we think it would look rather fabulous above a mantelpiece.

Whole Tree Bed Linen Duvet Set from Occa Home

Whole Tree Bed Linen Duvet Set, £162, from Occa Home.

Bring the outside in with the Whole Tree Bed Linen Duvet Set from Occa Home.

As a country girl at heart, London can sometimes leave me feeling a bit tree-deficient. So I was instantly drawn to this stunning Whole Tree Bed Linen Duvet Set from Occa Home.

The set features a striking black and white tree print on both the duvet cover and pillows. But whilst it would certainly grab attention, the monochromatic print and organic feel makes me think it would work in just about any style of bedroom.

Rose Dressing Table from Benchmark

Rose Dressing Table, £4,080, from Benchmark.

Get ready in style with the Rose Dressing Table from Benchmark.

When the makeup routine of many women consists of hurried applications of foundation and makeup on a cramped train, a dressing table seems like the ultimate in luxury.

And they don’t come much more luxurious than this beautiful walnut Rose Dressing Table from Benchmark. The deep sweeping drawers and simple legs are reminiscent of mid-century furniture but the hinged mirror lifts up to reveal a thoroughly modern twist of shocking pink leather interior, and plenty of storage for all your favourite things. That said we think this dressing table would look elegant in just about any setting; classic or contemporary!

Sheep Colour-in Bedlinen from Room39

Sheep Colour-in Bedlinen, from £35, from Room39

Colour sheep in instead of counting them with this Sheep Colour-in Bedlinen from Room39.From £35

Counting sheep has long been a traditional pastime for insomniacs but those clever peeps at Room39 have devised a far better way of visiting the land of nod.

This Sheep Colour-in Bedlinen is made from high quality cotton and features a delightful sheep cartoon design.

Cute enough you’d think but the set also comes complete with four fabric pens which allows the owner to colour in the design to create a truly bespoke bedlinen set.

Perfect for persuading little ones it really is bedtime, they can colour the sheep until their hearts content and they’ve finally nodded off.

Sheep Colour-in Bedlinen, from £35, from Room39

Nutkin Childrens Double Wardrobe With Drawers from Oak & Ash Furniture

Nutkin Childrens Double Wardrobe With Drawers, £529, from Oak & Ash Furniture

Ensure your little one's room is neat and tidy with this Nutkin Childrens Double Wardrobe from Oak & Ash Furniture. £529

It’s a problem I hear from friends with little ones time and time again; where can they find attractive children’s furniture that is well-made and not covered in Disney characters.

I understand their sentiment, after all, who wants to splash out on furniture that isn’t going to last?

This Nutkin Double Wardrobe from Oak & Ash Furniture is a perfect example. Made from high quality ash, the wardrobe has four drawers, shelves and ample storage space for even the most fashion conscious of little ones.

Finished in white, it will effortlessly fit into any child’s room and will look fabulous for years to come.

Also available in the collection is a bed, cot and smaller wardrobe.

Gold Gilt 2 Drawer Bedside Table from The Orchard

Gold Gilt 2 Drawer Bedside Table, £294.50, from The Orchard

Add some decadence to your bedroom with this Gold Gilt 2 Drawer Bedside Table from The Orchard. £294.50

For years, my bedrooms have always had a contemporary, almost masculine feel but I’ve decided I need to soften up a bit and turn my bedroom into a boudoir.

Of course, I’m not going to go too girly, that’s not my style at all. Instead think indulgent and glamorous, a bit of old-style Hollywood decadence.

Which makes this Gold Git Bedside Table from The Orchard a perfect buy.

The wooden table has a distressed gold finish which will add just the right amount of bling without being too over the top.

It’s perfect for my new look bedroom and I can’t wait to get my hands on it.