New Year's Resolutions

Happy New Year!

Well here we are in 2026! Do you make a New Year’s resolution? Most people I ask don't bother, knowing full well they won't be able to keep it for anything longer than a few days, if that. I'm with them. For me, the beginning of a new year always feels a little daunting. The sparkle of Christmas is over, the decorations will soon be back in the loft, and suddenly an entire twelve months stretches out ahead, full of unknowns.

As someone who spends a lot of time thinking about colour I do have one resolution to offer you, and trust me it’s easier than trying to eat less chocolate.

Let’s be more colourful.

Now, that can mean all sorts of things. It might just mean being a little more observant of the wonderful array of colours around us in nature: bare brown branches silhouetted against white skies, the first green shoots of spring coming up, or even the moody blues of a rainy day. Or perhaps this is the year you experiment with wearing something brighter like a scarf or a pair of socks – see how it affects your mood!

And of course, my favourite question: how could you use more colour in your home this year? Recently, I rearranged our bookshelves into full rainbow order. It’s a small, playful thing, and certainly not for everyone, but it made the whole space feel more uplifting. And people have really noticed it! Colour change can be small, but meaningful, and it certainly doesn’t have to mean buying new things. It’s really just about being intentional with how you use colour in your home.

If you’re planning a decorating project for 2026, don’t feel limited to white or grey. There are thousands of colour options out there! And it doesn’t have to be bold or bright; it can be soft, calm, and soothing. If the idea of choosing colours feels overwhelming or you’re unsure where to begin, why not get in touch for a consultation.

Could 2026 be your most colourful year to date?!