Cheshire

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<p>So you want to spruce up your home but have no idea how? Then you need to take a lookie <a href="https://www.instagram.com/littlehouseofdaisy/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@littlehouseofdaisy</a> &#8211; the inspired Instagram account of interior stylist Jess May. From clever budget-friendly hacks to beautifully curated spaces that evolve over time, Jess proves you don’t need a grand plan (or a huge budget) to create a home full of character. We caught up with her to talk fave local interior stores, upcoming projects, and the simple styling tricks that make all the difference.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-sostrene-green-altrincham"><a href="https://sostrenegrene.com/en-gb/stores/george-street-altrincham-s-8002?srsltid=AfmBOopikM5uSJX317dnpG0fwfoaOSUx6IXTHYfLzxMtVYDomOfClai-" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sostrene green, Altrincham</a></h2>



<p>I love popping into this Danish store for gorgeous one-off pieces. If you&#8217;ve ever been, you&#8217;ll know it&#8217;s an easy place to lose yourself, browsing through this maze-like emporium with everything from tiny little vases to canvases and rugs for a snip of a price. It&#8217;a all very reasonable, and I love the fact it changes up a lot. Every time I go, it&#8217;s completely different, often moving with the seasons. Go now for stylish picnic bits, pastel-hued garden accessories, and home spa ideas. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-detaljer-knutsford"><a href="https://www.detaljer.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Detaljer, Knutsford</a></h2>



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<p>I cannot walk past this Scandi-style store without heading inside. They dish up gorge flaky pastries and cakes. But away from the cafe space is its highly distinct interiors section: a dreamy area of one-of-a-kind gifts from Scandi makers and unique cards. There are stacks of ceramics I always want for my kitchen, stunning illustrated wrapping paper that&#8217;s too pretty to use, and unusual art prints. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-altrincham-market">Altrincham Market </h2>



<p>Whenever I&#8217;m after bursts of greenery for around the house, I beeline over to this iconic market. Obviously the foodie market bit is insane (love the spicy margs from Pico&#8217;s Tacos). But its crafty stalls are always worth a nosey. There are so many interesting and lush houseplants that are well priced, and you can bag yourself a gorge bunch of eucalyptus for less than a tenner. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-r-i-home-knutsford"><a href="https://www.rihome.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">R.I Home, Knutsford </a></h2>


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<p>This tiny minimalist store needs to be on any Knutsford bucket list. Walk along King Street towards Tatton Park, and you&#8217;ll find this Mallorcan-inspired shop on your right. There&#8217;s real attention to detail and whilst it&#8217;s on the pricier side, everything is unique, having been sourced from overseas. If you&#8217;re seeking truly beautiful home accessories (cushions, artwork, candlesticks)  &#8211; that no one else will have &#8211; this is the place. And you can also <a href="https://r-i-home.sumupstore.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">shop online</a> too if you can&#8217;t make it there in person. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-dafferns-knutsford"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/daffernsknutsford/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dafferns, Knutsford </a></h2>



<p>We&#8217;re so lucky in Knutsford to have so many innovative and beautiful indie stores. One of which is the treasure trove that is Dafferns. It&#8217;s filled with gorgeous interior knick knacks and gift-style items, from candles to silky dressing gowns. It&#8217;s a florist at heart and I adore the bunches of eucalyptus, which come in beautifully wrapped paper with lavender weaved around the bunches. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-arthur-lee-knutsford"><a href="https://www.arthurlee.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Arthur Lee, Knutsford</a></h2>



<p>Now this is a place I keep going back to and it&#8217;s surprisingly really good value. It’s brilliant for paint samples &#8211; brands like Little Greene and Farrow &amp; Ball are always fully stocked, which makes it so easy to test colours properly before committing. They also have the most beautiful bespoke interior pieces. You can find everything from sofas to one-of-a-kind lampshades and wall art. It’s a real mix of home accessories as well, so you never quite know what you’ll come across.</p>



<p>It honestly feels like walking through a house rather than a shop &#8211; you could easily get lost in there just browsing. And the staff are lovely. Oh, and they do a really good mug, too.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-space-are-you-most-proud-of-in-your-house">What space are you most proud of in your house?</h2>


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<p>My kitchen, without a doubt. It’s evolved so much over time. I didn’t go in with some grand master plan for the whole space. We had the open-plan space created with an extension, but the interiors just grew with us.</p>



<p>We’ve added things gradually, like shelving at a later stage, and I painted a side unit a burnt orange shade to give it a bit more character. Even small touches, like displaying chopping boards on the wall, have made a big difference. It’s become a really lived-in, personal space rather than something overly designed from the start.</p>



<p>I also really love our hallway &#8211; it’s one of those areas you don’t always think about, but it’s working so well and sets the tone for the rest of the house.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-tell-us-your-favourite-interior-hacks">Tell us your favourite interior hacks</h2>


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<p>I love anything that makes a big impact without a huge budget or complicated renovation. One of my favourite hacks is using rechargeable lighting instead of relying on wired-in fixtures everywhere. It instantly adds atmosphere and flexibility, especially in awkward corners or places where you don’t want to start chasing cables through walls.</p>



<p>In our upstairs bathroom, I completely transformed the space on a tiny budget by using tile stickers. The floor actually inspired the whole design of the room &#8211; I loved the look so much that everything else was built around it. It’s such an easy way to refresh a tired bathroom.</p>



<p>I’m also a big fan of peel-and-stick wallpaper &#8211; Hovia does amazing designs. It’s perfect for quick transformations without commitment.</p>



<p>For storage, I&#8217;m a big fan of IKEA for fitted wardrobe hacks. You can really customise their systems to look high-end if you plan them properly.</p>



<p>And in my youngest son&#8217;s bedroom, we built a cabin bed over the bulkhead to maximise the space. Luckily my husband is very practical and great with tools, but I tend to project-manage the ideas and layout. It’s very much a team effort.</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-and-what-s-next">And what&#8217;s next?</h2>



<p>The lounge is next on the list. We’re planning quite a big change there &#8211; we’re taking out the existing fireplace and redesigning that whole wall.</p>



<p>I want new fixed shelving built in, and we’re also adding a new fireplace, likely a log burner. It’ll completely change the feel of the room and make it much more of a cosy, focal-point space.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-in-the-mood-for-more">IN THE MOOD FOR MORE?</h2>



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My favourite places: interior stylist, Jess May

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