Stephanie Durrant
Steph Durrant is Deputy Editor of Style at Home magazine and regularly contributes to idealhome.co.uk. She has been working for both brands since 2016, with a background in interiors and craft publications. Her expertise lies in upcycling, DIY and anything creative or crafty.
Ideal Home Truths
Where is your happy place?
My happy place has to be on my pink sofa. I bought my new home in May 2021, moving from a small white-walled flat to a spacious two-bedroom end of terrace Victorian property. I’m simply in love with its period features, including the large fireplace I can admire from my favourite sitting spot. I’m surrounded by bright colours, eclectic artwork and lush house plants. You’ll find me there under a heated blanket with my ragdoll cat, Cece, snuggled up on my lap.
What's your home addiction?
My name is Stephanie and I’m addicted to making things. My home is filled with handmade quilts, cushions, lampshades and more! I love to embroider, too, so I have lots of quirky embroidery hoops with sassy (sometimes sweary!) quotes dotted around. Upcycling is another great passion of mine and I’m currently hooked on Annie Sloan’s Capri pink paint. Everytime my boyfriend goes out, he comes back to something new painted in it!
What is your next home project?
My next home project is a biggy! I am planning a side-return extension to make way for a more spacious kitchen. I’m not sure I’m prepared for the stress (and the mess!) but it should be incredible when it’s completed. I’m excited about picking out tiles and having some open shelving to display my collection of vintage kitchenalia.
I’m also planning to tackle some tiling in the porch for the first time. I love a bit of DIY and I’m always keen to learn new skills. It not only saves money, but you can’t beat the satisfaction of having literally ‘done it yourself.’
Latest articles by Stephanie Durrant
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How to upcycle a bicycle wheel into a garden chandelier
Upcycle old bicycle wheels to create a unique focal point in your garden in 5 easy steps
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to make a DIY garden signpost with leftover outdoor paint and upcycled wood battens
Make a statement vintage sign for your garden
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to paint artificial plants - make faux palms pop with colour following this easy how-to!
Painting artificial plants is the latest trend - Rust-Oleum shows you how
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to make a wall garden with succulent plants in picture frames
Try this clever new way to bring life to your garden walls
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to panel a wall using gutter pipes – try this easy DIY step-by-step
Learn how to panel a wall with this DIY hack from interior stylist Luke Arthur Wells and COAT paints
By Stephanie Durrant
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Homesense reveals its top accessories trends for autumn – and you can find them in store
These easy style updates will help banish the autumnal blues
By Stephanie Durrant
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Expert tips on how to sell your house before Christmas – Including from Phil Spencer
The property guru reveals his top hacks to help you sell your house this winter
By Stephanie Durrant
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A blend of new and traditional styles have given this 1930s semi plenty of character
The owners of this four-bedroom semi have used reclaimed flooring, bespoke joinery and daring paint colours to enhance the period features of their 1930s home
By Stephanie Durrant
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Step inside this eclectic 1920s family home, brimming with colour and personality
Feel inspired by the 1920s semi boasting a moody palette with pastel pops throughout
By Stephanie Durrant
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There’s a big change coming to Homesense stores
TK Maxx and Homesense welcome a special delivery of ethical homeware
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to make fabric bathroom storage boxes – for toiletries, make-up and hair accessories
Follow these simple instructions to make colourful stitched containers
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to make a table planter – build your own planter to grow herbs
Get creative with this DIY garden table hack
By Stephanie Durrant
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Before & after: budget bathroom revamp cost under £30 using leftover materials
See how this compact bathroom was transformed for under £30 all in just one day!
By Stephanie Durrant
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Before and after: From unloved box room to Japanese-style bathroom bliss
A spa-like raised bath deck, wooden vanity unit and bamboo effect tiles give this bathroom a Japanese feel
By Stephanie Durrant
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30 tips to sell your home in 30 days
Make your property stand out – just in time for Brexit
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to paint a two-tone wall - 6 easy steps to create an on-trend feature wall
Create an Instagram-worthy paint effect in any room by dividing your walls into two shades
By Stephanie Durrant
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Christmas craft ideas - easy DIY makes for the holidays
Check out these quick and simple Christmas craft ideas to get you in the festive spirit
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to paint a scalloped wall - creating a fun feature wall
With over 1,100 posts tagged #scallopwall on Instagram, this new trend is a quick way to liven up a plain wall with paint
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to make a family planner – turn a cupboard door into a multi-tasking organiser
Transform a cupboard door into a DIY family planner complete with handy shelf and shopping list
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to upcycle a chest of drawers using stencils and furniture paint for an on-trend design
Revamp a preloved chest of drawers in a weekend
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to make rainbow bunting – perfect for Pride or simply to brighten your home
Celebrate Pride month with Hobbycraft's macrame rainbow garland
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to make a wooden sign - try your hand at pyrography to make a personalised gift
Use wood burning techniques to create a hanging wooden plaque - perfect for Father’s Day
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to make a balloon arch – a blow-up party backdrop that's super easy to do
Ginger Ray shows you how to create a show-stopping balloon display in 5 simple steps
By Stephanie Durrant
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How to make a DIY bargello wall hanging – this on-trend wool tapestry is so simple
Tap into the grandmillenial trend with Hobbycraft's colourful needlepoint project
By Stephanie Durrant