The STYLE RULES

CREATE A RELAXING RETREAT

Prepare a guest bedroom for visitors over the festive season. If furniture is looking a little tired, give it a refresh with chalky finish paint. Combine olive green with red and cream to paint a freestyle scallop pattern.

BIG UP STATEMENT STRIPES

Create a striking effect on walls that’s still restful by using wide stripes in tonal shades. Warm neutral pinks offer a muted alternative to candy stripes. Use wallpaper or get creative with paint.

SOOTHE WITH SOFTNESS

Contrast the precision of vertical stripes with fluid forms including scallops, twists and frills. Organic shapes also boast a folksy vibe.

GET CHRISTMAS WRAPPED UP

Wrap presents in lively folk-inspired printed papers. Finish with coordinating ribbons and arrange as part of a seasonal display.

Red, white and blue is a cheery combination with a celebratory feel. Look for papers with naive block printed designs to achieve a pretty folksy feel