My rug. I liked my furniture and arm chairs and coffee tables but something still felt missing. I suspected the right rug would bring my living room together so I set out a mission to find the rug - one that would delineate the space, give a lived in feeling and tell a story. Took 2 years, but finally found one from Kashmir while traveling. It's patterns are subtle and vibrant at the same time. I love the warmth it adds to the living room. Silky soft to sit on, and the best part is, it reminds me of my travels.

Hi everyone! Thanks for all the comments and input, it was great to see so many of you get involved! The competition is now closed, and any winners should have received an email from us confirming their prize so get checking. Happy New Year and here's to the next one!

We hire a real tree from heelys farm that comes back ever year heres the note we leave on it , Just to let you know my name is no longer 27 but it’s Ropey. I have been staying with Philip and Micheala Yelland of Machon Bank. This is my second visit and I have enjoyed my time with them and wish to return next year.Please look after me until my return as I want it to be my forever home even when I am 7 foot high, although they may have to get me delivered then.Thank youRopey

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