The one tool that I use for every project

Hi,

This week has been a whirlwind of colour—literally! I’ve been back at B&Q, filming content to help you actually feel excited (not overwhelmed) about choosing colours for your home. There’s something magical about watching someone’s face light up when they find their shade—the one that makes their space feel theirs.

I get asked all the time about the processes and tools people should use when designing their dream home. In my new book, I break this down into 6 simple steps, but this week, I wanted to share one of those tools with you. It is the one free tool that is a huge part of my process.

I know you’ve heard me rave about it before, but now here’s my ultimate guide to using Pinterest like a pro. A tool you can easily use to find your unique style that is authentically you. 

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the endless possibilities of interior design or unsure where to even start, Pinterest might just become your new best friend. It’s been such a game-changer for me, and a tool I use daily with all my clients —and I just know it can be for you, too. 

In fact, Pinterest is one of the very first tools I use with clients before anything else. They love using it so much. It takes the pressure off, and their ‘fear’ of choosing colour schemes just fades away while they are pinning. All my clients really enjoy this part of the process, and it makes all the steps after it a breeze. They get to be creative (even if this doesn’t come naturally to them), and it helps them see a route to their dream home. 

It’s a way my clients can distinguish between a trending style or if they really do love it. By pinning loads of images, you can then find that colour story – a connecting thread.  This is how you really hone your authentic style to create your dream home. 

The best part is, it’s a process that works for every project, whether it’s a full home renovation or just a bedroom refresh. You can start to collate your ideas, form your colour story and style and make it your reality.