Chevron stripes are hot for the summer of 2012. We have seen them all over the fashion runways and the city streets, in everything from dresses to swimwear. These diagonal stripes are eye-catching, ...

After I finished my first knitting project, a baby towel, I was eager to knit something else. A knitting friend suggested dishcloths as a good way to get started. It was a great idea, and I decided to ...

Mixing patterns is the latest hot trend in home decor, but doing it properly can be a tricky balance. Here, designers share the best and most beautiful ways to make unexpected pairings work in your ...

Too many of us shy away from colour and stick timidly to neutrals at this time of year. But the easiest way to give your look some punch is with a bold yet classic geometric pattern. There’s no better ...