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In the last episode for series 4 of How to Home Podcast, interior stylists Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, hand the mic back over to you listeners! They answer your decorating dilemmas, from tackling a home stuck in a time capsule from the 70s, to someone needing advice on keeping things tidy and clean with a busy household, to a lady who wants to claim back her home after a recent divorce... Maxine and Gemma also share their latest ventures and plans for the next series so tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to fearlessly mix patterns into your home, without overwhelming your space! They talk you through the basic rules of mixing patterns within your home decor to create a harmonious look. They also guide you through the do’s and don’ts when mixing patterns, tips on balancing scales - and share lots of examples of complimentary pattern pairings so that you can incorporate them into your home successfully. Along with a guest interview with senior designer, Kirsty Harper, from Ian Mankin sharing all things patterns... This is definitely an episode not to be missed! Tune in to find out more.How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to avoid the 5 most common decorating disasters. From tackling incomplete home DIY projects, not always buying cheap and ensuring you don't cut corners, this is an episode that is perfect for newbie homeowners or for those embarking on a new home project. They also share their top tip on how to avoid mistakes going forward as well as how to own up to the decorating disasters and not let it put you off decorating in the future.Tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to decorate with 2025’s top interior design trends. Firstly discussing what are the biggest trends for 2025 with a breakdown of colour palettes, furniture styles and decor elements. They also share lots of easy & budget friendly ways that you can update your space with these new trends - and give their opinions on which trends they think are here to stay, and which ones might be short-lived! Tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to choose the best colours for your home with lots of practical tips and mistakes to avoid! They’ll teach you how to choose a colour palette that suits your space and style as well as sharing their knowledge on colour psychology and how different shades can impact the mood of a space. After this episode you’ll understand the importance of considering lighting & room size and get a true understanding of your personal preferences when selecting the colours for your home.They also get an exclusive interview with one of the colour experts at Earthborn Paints, Bailey Williams, who shares her insights on how to choose colours that you not only love, but also feel timeless. With lots of expert tips on how best to judge the lighting in a room when picking the best paint shades - Tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to decorate with a partner… To avoid any arguments! With lots of funny and personal insights, they both get to the bottom of how to find common ground when making big design decisions. They share advice on communication and compromise, practical ways to negotiate and ultimately how to get your own way if you’re dead set on standing firm… This is a good one! Tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to make a small home feel bigger. Learn how to master your floor plan & furniture layout with lots of interior design tricks and the importance of multifunctional furniture, storage space with some clever decluttering tips too.They also get an exclusive interview with the editor in chief of Ideal Home Magazine, Heather Young, who shares her insights into small-space living. Don't miss out on this extra-special guest interview, and find out what her top tips are for living in a small space. How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to refresh your home for summer. They help you understand the benefits of updating your home decor for the summer and how the changing of seasons will shift how we use our homes. Expect lots of tips on using colours & patterns to suit the seasons, as well as some simple switches you can make to help your home flow better for the summer months, to make your home (and you!) feel more upbeat and positive for the sunnier months ahead. Tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Series 4 of How to Home Podcast!Join professional interior stylists, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, as they launch the fourth series of How to Home Podcast. Maxine & Gemma have a collective 35 years experience working in the interiors industry and are both excited to introduce the new series which will be packed with expert tips, practical design solutions & interior inspiration.This series will cover these hot interior topics: EP1. How to give your home a summer refresh: Easy decor updates for a fresh lookEP2. How to make a small home feel bigger: Clever tricks that work!EP3. How to decorate with a partner (and avoid arguments!)EP4. How to choose the best colours for your home: Expert tips and mistakes to avoidEP5. How to decorate with 2025’s top interior design trendsEP6. How to avoid these 5 common decorating disastersEP7. How to fearlessly mix patterns in your home (without overwhelming your space)EP8. Answering your how-to’s! Q&A with How to Home - S4 To end the series, they will be finishing with their ever-so-popular Q&A episode where they will hand the mic over to you guys, answering your interior How-to’s! So please don't hesitate to get in touch with with any of your interior design questions & dilemmas. How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully different paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interior stylists, Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear, are both very excited to share this ever-so-special Christmas mini series.As interior experts, they have both decorated hundreds of Christmas room sets for magazines, interior brands & TV shows, which is why they want to add some festive joy to How to Home Podcast!In this episode, they are back with an ever-so-sparkly Q&A episode answering your festive How-to's. From one listener wanting to know how to lessen the pressure when hosting for Christmas, another who has a tricky friend to buy the perfect Christmas gift for, as well as someone who wants to know whether to go FAUX or REAL with their Christmas tree this year... Tune in to listen to Maxine & Gemma's thoughts on the big Christmas tree debate!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home.Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Moda. Visit modaliving.com to find out more about their locations. *For discount tickets for The Christmas Ideal Home Show - click here.GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interior stylists, Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear, are both very excited to share this ever-so-special Christmas mini series.As interior experts, they have both decorated hundreds of Christmas room sets for magazines, interior brands & TV shows, which is why they want to add some festive joy to How to Home Podcast!In this festive episode, they dive into how to create a Christmas that feels perfect for YOU. From cosy traditions to new family rituals, they explore the many ways people celebrate this magical time of year—because Christmas is different for everyone! Whether you prefer an extravagant holiday wonderland or a simple, intimate gathering, they'll share tips on how to make your home the heart of the season. Discover creative decorating ideas, meaningful gift-giving strategies, and ways to embrace the spirit of Christmas that speaks to you. Tune in to create your own version of the perfect Christmas!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home.Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Moda. Visit modaliving.com to find out more about their locations. *For discount tickets to The Christmas Ideal Home Show - click hereGET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interior stylists, Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear, are both very excited to share this ever-so-special Christmas mini series.As interior experts, they have both decorated hundreds of Christmas room sets for magazines, interior brands & TV shows, which is why they want to add some festive joy to How to Home Podcast too!In this episode, they both deep-dive into the latest Christmas trends so that you can get yourself, and your home, feeling festive for 2024. Including lots of home decor ideas and inspiration on how you can style your homes with each trend, as well as their own opinions on whether they think the Christmas trends are HOT or NOT.If you love interior trends, decorating your home for Christmas, and home styling tips then THIS episode is for you!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home.Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Moda. Visit modaliving.com to find out more about their locations. *For discount tickets to The Christmas Ideal Home Show - click hereGET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Merry Christmas everybody! Interior Stylists, Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear are both very excited to announce the launch of this ever-so-special Christmas mini series.As interior experts, they have both decorated hundreds of Christmas room sets for magazines, interior brands & TV shows, which is why they want to add some festive joy to How to Home Podcast too!In this 3-part series, they're going to be sharing tips on How to style your home with 2024s Christmas trends, how to create your perfect Christmas at home, and finishing off with an extra sparkly festive Q&A episode, answering your Christmas how-to’s. So crack open the Baileys, wear your most sparkly Christmas jumper, and join us as we celebrate all things Christmas. How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home.Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Moda. Visit modaliving.com to find out more about their locations. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the last series 2 episode of How to Home Podcast, interior stylists Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, hand the mic back over to you listeners! They answer your decorating dilemmas; from one listener who needs advice on how to make a small flat feel bigger, another who wants advice on planning a tricky bathroom space, and another who wants to hear all about what happens on a photo shoot! Packed with stying ideas, home decor tips, useful renovation advice and insights from their own home renovations & careers, this episode is a highlight for series 2!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! And stay updated for our Christmas special **out soon*** This podcast is proudly sponsored by Homesense. Visit homesense.com to discover your nearest store *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, interior experts and home decor stylists, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share the top 5 common living room design mistakes that you might be making in your home. From layout issues, buying the wrong furniture, choosing the right rug and bad lighting choices... They share their do’s and don't's of how to decorate your living room. If you love interior design - then don’t miss this episode!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home.Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Homesense. Visit homesense.com to discover your nearest store *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, interior stylists Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear discuss storage solutions to keep your home looking tip-top! They share their practical and budget-friendly storage tips to optimise your living spaces. From making the most of wall space and your ceilings, to the benefits of multifunctional furniture, and even creative storage ideas for kids' rooms. This episode is packed with ideas for you to try in your home.Listen in as they share their top ten storage hacks of all time, identify common storage mistakes to avoid, and discover how beautiful storage solutions can also elevate your home decor.How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Homesense. Visit homesense.com to discover your nearest store *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how you can transform your home into a cosy haven for Autumn. They chat about the benefits of welcoming Autumn into our homes, as well as share their seasonal styling advice. They deep dive into cosy textiles, layered lighting, and seasonal scents, and provide quick styling hacks for you to try out in your home. And they share the top two autumn interior trends for 2024. Tune in to find out more.How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! And stay updated on our Christmas special ** Coming out early November!*** This podcast is proudly sponsored by Homesense. Visit homesense.com to discover your nearest store *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, interior stylists and home decor experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their top kitchen planning tips and renovation advice. They share their personal experiences as well as practical tips, and insights on how to create a winning kitchen mood board, how to budget like a pro and advice on booking trades and builders. Whether you're planning a full kitchen renovation or simply making a small update, this episode is packed with tricks to help you achieve your dream kitchen!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Homesense. Visit homesense.com to discover your nearest store *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, interior stylists and home design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, dive deep into the topic of making our homes more eco-friendly and sustainable. Listen to their practical tips and easy-to-follow ideas on how you can make small changes that can positively impact our planet in a big way. Topics covered include energy efficiency, sustainable living practices, easy DIY tasks to improve home insulation, and the latest eco-friendly interior design trends.How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Homesense. Visit homesense.com to discover your nearest store *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, interior stylists Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear discuss how to modernise a dated home without breaking the bank. They share their home decor tips and tricks including the transformative power of paint, updating fixtures and fittings, renovating your internal doors, and refreshing your old-fashioned window treatments and carpets. All their tried-and-tested ideas are perfect for budget decorators! How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Homesense. Visit homesense.com to discover your nearest store *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.