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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As well as some clever paint tricks from design experts
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8 beginner-friendly dog breeds perfect for first-time owners
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5 vintage glassware pieces that are always in demand
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7 Mediterranean garden ideas for a holiday-at-home feel
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'My dog was arthritic at six months old – this is everything I do to help her thrive'
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