Rachel Edwards
Style & Interiors Editor
Rachel Edwards is the Style & Interiors Editor for Country Living and House Beautiful, covering all things design and decoration, with a special interest in small space inspiration, vintage and antique shopping, and anything colour related. Her work has been extensively translated by Elle Japan and Elle Decor Spain. Rachel has spent over a decade in the furniture and homeware industry as a writer, FF&E designer, and for many years as Marketing Manager at cult design retailer, Skandium. She has a BA in French and Italian from Royal Holloway and an MA in Jounalism from Kingston University. Follow Rachel on Instagram @rachelaedÂ
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Consider this your pre-trip checklist.
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Furniture built to fold, stack, and roll away when not in use
6 Affordable Antiques That Make a Room Look More Expensive
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5 Vintage and Antique Items You Should Think Twice about Before Donating
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8 Beginner-Friendly Dog Breeds Perfect for First-Time Owners
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5 Antiques That Work Brilliantly in the Garden—Including a Clever Bird Bath Idea
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There are some old favorites and a few surprises!
The Surprising Reason Your Wall Color Looks Different Than the Swatch
North, south, east or west? Your room’s direction makes a difference.
6 Decorating Mistakes That Make Everyone Think Your Antiques Look Cheap
Here's what to do instead.
5 Essential Tips for Sourcing Vintage Fabrics
Where to look, what to buy and things to avoid