Rebecca Messina
Editor, YourHomeStyle.uk
Rebecca is the Digital Editor of Your Home and HomeStyle. Having recently bought her first home, she's regularly poring over the latest decor trends for inspiration, and has special soft spot for French and Mediterranean styles.
Recent articles by Rebecca Messina
Farrow & Ball on a budget – these dupes will make your home look expensive for less
Decorating on a budget? Read on for our pick of the closest equivalents to classic Farrow & Ball colours like Hague Blue, Cornforth White, Dead Salmon and Railings from Dulux, B&Q and Crown
7 best Christmas table centrepieces to buy now for the perfect finishing touch
Add some festive magic to your dinner table with our selection of traditional and contemporary Christmas table centrepieces
This ‘game-changing’ heated airer will slash your electricity bill
Electric clothes airers are cheaper than a tumble dryer, portable and more energy-efficient than you might think! Here's our pick of the best heated clothes airers on the market.
The best soup makers on the market
Love a warming bowl of soup? Check out our round-up of the best soup makers to buy in the UK, whatever your budget
Hosting Christmas this year? Here are our tips for making your guests feel at home
Expecting visitors this Christmas? Make sure your guests have a comfortable and enjoyable stay with our essential hosting tips.
How to design the bathroom of your dreams: 5 expert tips you NEED to follow
From baths to lighting, here's our step-by-step guide to designing the right bathroom for you
Mushroom lamps are having a moment – here's our pick of the best
Mushroom lamps make a stylish addition to any bedside table or reading nook - check out our favourites
Get ready for Christmas with our festive to-do list
From tin foil to ice cubes, let us help you tick off your Christmas to-do list!
When did you last clean your dishwasher? Keep your machine clean with these tips
Find out how to clean and maintain a dishwasher to ensure your dishes stay sparkling!
When should you make your Christmas cake? Here's everything you need to know
Learn how to make a traditional Christmas cake, as well as the best time to prepare this festive classic
Not enough room for all your stuff? Try these storage ideas for small homes
Make every square foot of your home work for you with these smart ideas for space-saving storage solutions
Fresh home decor ideas with stylish accessories we love
Our round-up of the best quirky and affordable home decor is updated with more items every week, so you're sure to find the perfect buy for your home!
Christmas Day meal plan: Minute-by-minute timings to make the day go smoothly!
Cooking Christmas dinner is simple with our timings planner, which you can easily adjust to suit your preferences
6 stylish decor trends perfect for autumn and winter
From dark academia to candy-coloured tones, here are six interiors trends we'll be loving in the months ahead
Here's what you need to know before buying a radiator cover
A radiator cover is a stylish and safety-conscious addition to a room - here's what you need to consider before buying. Plus, the best modern and rustic radiator covers on the market right now...
When to buy and carve a pumpkin for Halloween
Carving a pumpkin into a spooky or funny Jack o' Lantern is a classic Halloween activity - but you don't have to do it on the night itself!
Keep the chill out with this adorable DIY sausage dog draught excluder
Ensure your home stays toasty warm with this simple and cute craft project.
'I cut my energy and fuel bills by £3,325 a year - here's how you can, too!'
Torrin Stafford slashed his annual household energy bills by 70% retrofitting his family home with green energy measures
Storm Amy is coming! Prepare for winter power cuts with this essential blackout kit
Stay warm, comfortable and entertained even when the power goes out with battery-powered and rechargeable home tech for your home blackout kit
Try these easy no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas this Halloween
Follow these simple tutorials to create painted pumpkins, a pretty perforated pumpkin decoration, and a glam pumpkin centrepiece
Give your kitchen a makeover this autumn with these lighting ideas
Create the perfect kitchen lighting design with help from our ultimate how-to guide
10 relaxed garden bar ideas that will make your summer even better
We share the best outdoor bar ideas, from eye-catching tiki bars to fold-out garden wall bars for smaller spaces
Best hot chocolate makers for winter 2025: the secret to perfect cocoa every time
Check our the YourHomeStyle team's pick of the best hot chocolate makers - including the Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser, and affordable dupes like Salter's Chocolatier
The best artificial Christmas trees for 2024: top brands, tried and tested
Read on to find out our tried and tested verdict on some of the best artificial Christmas trees