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April 2008 Issue:

The colour issue

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All about colour! 12 pages packed with information on choosing colours for your whole house; finding the perfect paint shade; colour myths; 25 problems with colour and how to avoid them; the new neutrals; and so much more! Kid chic: Two spiffy bedrooms for wee ones. Fab fabrics: Posh patterns - they're an easy way to add some colour to your home. Plus! Getting your spouse on board, decorwise; how to buy art; high/low flower arrangements; cushy beds for your four-legged pals; the best blues and more!

HOME
- THE JEWEL IN THE CROWN
  
  112
  
  Gold wallpaper inspires designers Jeffrey and Deborah Fisher’s brilliant makeover
- CONTINENTAL COLOUR
  
  120
  
  Interior designer Stacey Litwin-Davies showcases the best of European design in her vibrant home
- COLOUR, PATTERN & STYLE
  
  134
  
  Sarah Richardson and Jackie Venneri put the cool back in kids’ rooms with their sophisticated designs
- SUGAR & SPICE & EVERYTHING NICE
  
  142
  
  Balancing practicality with sheer prettiness, designer David Overholt creates a darling nursery
STYLE
- DESIGNER FAVES
  
  64
  
  Fifteen Canadian design pros pick spring-fresh paint colours, with tips for using them at home
- FRESH LINENS
  
  128
  
  Linen prints are enjoying their day in the sun – here are 31 of the most beautiful
SHOPPING
- SHOPPING ETC
  
  52
  
  Canada’s best home decor stores
- WINDOW SHOPPING
  
  180
  
  Nine stylish pampering beds that your pet (and you) will love
- ULTIMATE GUIDE TO DECORATING WITH COLOUR
  
  73
  
  With our special 12-page section, you’ll be master of the paint deck and feel confident making colour palette decisions for your whole home. Our panel of expert designers share their colour knowledge and experience. Find inspiration for all things colourful, from mood-setting shades to temporary hits of colour to the latest news in paint.
REGULARS
- HOME PAGE
  
  20
- OUR CONTRIBUTORS
  
  22
- DATE WITH STYLE
  
  24
- LETTERS FROM HOME
  
  26
- STYLEATHOME.COM
  
  28
- HOME & STYLE
  
  31
  
  Spring cleaning, the inspired styles of top designers, and IDS sensation Tom Dixon
- SO SIMPLE
  
  45
  
  Styling secrets for picture-perfect bookshelves
- DESIGN LESSON
  
  50
  
  Kimberley Seldon’s renovating advice for couples (including tips for keeping the peace!)
- INSIDE DESIGN
  
  56
  
  Gallery owner Louise Lipman on collecting art
- HIGH/LOW
  
  60
  
  Flowers, and other accessories, at florist and grocery-store prices
- WE LOVE IT!
  
  70
  
  STYLE AT HOME staff sing the blues with items ranging from cobalt to cerulean
- OBJECT LESSON
  
  96
  
  Suzanis, Central Asia’s colourful embroidered textiles, are gaining new fans
- STYLE FIND
  
  98
  
  Serve a fresh look with a stylish tray makeover
- ASK US
  
  100
  
  Margot Austin’s design solutions
- TECH STYLE
  
  34
  
  Eco-smart gadgets, plus green options
- HOME LIBRARY
  
  108
  
  The best in design and decor books
- WHERE TO FIND IT
  
  168
  
  Source listings for this issue
ENTERTAINING
- PIZZA PARTY
  
  151
  
  Say goodbye to takeout with these fun ideas and delicious recipes for hosting a build-your-own-pizza evening
- WINE & SPIRITS
  
  160
  
  Leave award winners for big occasions. An ode to special everyday wines