Pippa Blenkinsop
Based in the Cotswolds, Pippa is a homes writer and stylist with a passion for historic and country homes, craft, folksy style, print and color. After a degree in Art History, she began her career over 10 years ago as a freelance styling assistant for editorial and commercial projects contributing to brands and titles including John Lewis, Tesco, Homes & Antiques, BBC Antiques Roadshow Magazine, Molly Makes, Country Homes & Interiors.
From there she became Content Producer for Period Living where her flair for creating decorating content and styling homes and cover shoots saw her progress to the role of Style Editor and be awarded Future’s Rising Star award. Here she oversaw the news, decorating, shopping and antiques pages whilst styling and writing numerous homes features and cover shoots, working closely with photographers to create beautiful imagery for the magazine.
Continuing her passion for decorating and inspiring people to make their homes unique, Pippa now regularly contributes to Homes & Gardens and she is always on the hunt for beautiful images and exciting new trends to share with an international audience. She has also written for realhomes.com and gardeningetc. With her heart in the country, when she’s not writing, you’ll find her on her village allotment, Pippa’s Plot, growing flowers for her styling work or hunting out the next best walk, cafe, farm shop or antiques fair. She’s also a keen cook, yogi and runner.
Latest articles by Pippa Blenkinsop
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When to plant vegetables – our month-by-month guide to sowing and growing a wealth of crops
Planning when to plant vegetables is made easy with this handy monthly calendar
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The best color combinations for small rooms – 12 ways to bring character to compact spaces
Create small spaces that have big personality with the help of these expert tips on small room color combinations
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Midimalism is the perfect balanced yet characterful style – 10 ways designers create the on trend look
Use these Midimalist decor tips and ideas to create spaces that stylish balanced spaces
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Retro kitchen ideas – 12 ways designers create characterful spaces with a touch of nostalgia
Channel Mid-century modern design and vintage style with these retro kitchen ideas
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Modern rustic kitchen tile ideas – 11 ways to add character and color to practical spaces
From hand-painted wall tiles to large stone pavers, these tile ideas are perfect for creating a modern rustic look
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Modern rustic kitchen lighting ideas – 13 characterful ways to illuminate your space
From industrial pendants to burnished wall lights, these modern rustic kitchen lighting ideas are guaranteed to inspire
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Modern rustic kitchen island ideas – 12 characterful designs that mix old with new
Be inspired by these stylish modern rustic kitchen islands that cleverly blend sleek design with aged charm
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Modern rustic kitchen cabinet ideas –13 stylish yet functional designs that blend old with new
Discover stylish kitchen cabinet ideas perfect for timeless spaces that effortlessly blend old with new
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White modern farmhouse kitchen ideas –10 ways to achieve a bright and timeless space
Bright, uplifting and relaxed, these modern farmhouse kitchens blend modern functionality with plenty of character
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French country bathrooms – 13 ways to capture this elegant yet rustic look
We share beautiful bathroom schemes and expert tips on how to capture the refined yet rustic French country look
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Is this the perfect shade of brown? Designers talk us through the rise of cinnamon tones for spring 2024
Brown has replaced grey as the most versatile and appealing neutral – specifically this mid-tone hue favored by designers everywhere
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Modern rustic kitchen ideas – 11 ways to create functional yet characterful spaces
Combining natural materials and aged surfaces with sleek lines, these stylish modern rustic kitchens strike the perfect balance of old and new, function and character
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How to design a transitional kitchen – 10 simple ways to create a classic old-new look
Mixing old with new is often the key to timeless kitchen design. Here we share inspiring schemes and expert tips
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Shiplap bathroom ideas – 12 ways to dress walls with paneling
Discover stylish ways to decorate with shiplap bathroom paneling, from classic coastal and rustic farmhouse looks, to chic dark schemes
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How to keep your home feeling cozy after the holidays – 10 ways to refresh your space and keep it seasonal
Banish January blues and lean into soothing winter moments with these stylish yet uplifting ideas for keeping your home cozy after the holidays
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How to celebrate New Year at home – 11 ways to create the perfect space for entertaining
Welcome 2024 in style with these ideas on how to celebrate New Year at home
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How can you stop a bathroom from feeling sterile? 12 tips for adding comfort to this practical space
Discover beautiful design ideas and expert advice for creating comforting bathrooms that are far from sterile but full of soul
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Decorating with silver – 5 beautiful ways to add a glimmer of glamor to your home
Sophisticated and nuanced, this shade shines in spaces both raw and refined
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Winter bedroom ideas – 10 ways to create a warm and cozy sanctuary
Discover beautiful and practical ways to create the ultimate winter sanctuary full of warmth and texture
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Decorating with gold – 5 beautiful ways to give your home the Midas touch
Use this lustrous hue to create rooms that radiate warm and luxury
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How to take rose cuttings – tips for propagating roses
This guide to taking rose cuttings will help green thumbed gardeners learn how to propagate new plants from their favorite roses
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How to grow dahlias – fill your garden with vibrant summer color
Learn how to grow dahlias from tubers, including advice on where to plant these flamboyant flowers and how to care for them
By Leigh Clapp Last updated
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How can I divide a room with furniture? 7 ways to zone flexible spaces
Make the most of open-plan spaces with these clever furniture ideas
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Floral room decor ideas – 22 ways to decorate with this springtime favorite
Create whimsical schemes full of wow factor with these beautiful floral room decor ideas
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