Sara Hesikova
Sara Hesikova has been Ideal Home’s News Writer since July 2023, bringing the Ideal Home’s readership breaking news stories from the world of home and interiors. Graduating from London College of Fashion with a bachelor’s degree in fashion journalism in 2016, she got her start in niche fashion and lifestyle magazines like Glass and Alvar as a writer and editor before making the leap into interiors. She feels the two are intrinsically connected - if someone puts an effort into what they wear, they most likely also care about what they surround themselves with.
Aside from journalism, Sara has also dabbled in freelance copywriting and has worked with large retailers like Selfridges and Farfetch, as well as smaller brands such as Yves Delorme luxury bed linen. Despite working with some of these luxury platforms and brands, she always strives to buy second hand where possible and is always up for an upcycling or DIY project. And having recently just moved into an unfurnished rented flat, there will be a lot of that going on.
Ideal Home Truths
Where’s your happy place?
I’d say my bed. I’m proud to say I am a very good sleeper so a bed is a great place for me to be. I love sleeping in on a Saturday morning, as much as watching a movie from bed. More so than sitting on the sofa. But that might also be because of my current, rather uncomfortable couch…
What’s your home addiction?
These change so often! But one constant is ceramic crockery. To the point that I actually took pottery classes to make some myself and I’m planning on doing more to improve my currently very low skills.
What is your next home project?
I’m just moving into a new place that is fully unfurnished. The first order of business is getting rid of the yellow-tinted paint on the walls. And then it’s all about getting the right furniture in.
Latest articles by Sara Hesikova
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Minky's new game-changing gadget turns any drying rack into a heated clothes airer – our editors are lining up to try it
A product that turns any plain drying rack to a heated clothes airer? Yes, Minky’s new clothes drying system is a game changer
By Sara Hesikova
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Earn your stripes with this vintage-inspired cushion trend – it’s everywhere we look for a reason
This vintage-inspired cushion trend is everywhere we look - and these are our affordable top picks
By Sara Hesikova
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The White Company is selling the perfect space-saving Christmas tree alternative – it's very Scandi chic
Think you have no space for a Christmas tree? Think again
By Sara Hesikova
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How to plant hyacinth bulbs the right way for bright, healthy and beautiful blooms come spring
Gardening experts share their step-by-step guide to planting hyacinth bulbs
By Sara Hesikova
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The colour palette of 2024 – all the colours paint experts are championing in the new year
The paint colours of the year 2024 are in – these are the shades you’re going to be obsessed with next year
By Sara Hesikova
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Overwintering hydrangeas in pots – this is how to keep potted hydrangeas alive over winter
Experts explains how to make sure your plants bounce back come spring
By Sara Hesikova
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Overwintering chilli plants – how to keep your plants alive during winter, according to experts
This is how and when to overwinter chillies for plants bearing an abundance of fruit year after year
By Sara Hesikova
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Bobby Brazier shared a peek into his bedroom on TikTok – and he’s making a strong case for this nature-inspired shade
Bobby Brazier makes a case for a particular nature-inspired shade in his bedroom – design experts weigh in
By Sara Hesikova
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Argos has just reduced some of its best-selling sofas by 20% – including ones from Habitat
Argos just launched a special sofa offer and these are our top picks to get with 20% off right now
By Sara Hesikova
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Martin Lewis reveals the best appliance for drying laundry quickly and saving money
Why the money-saving expert has shared his opinion on the best way to dry your clothes fast, for less money
By Sara Hesikova
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This under £30 Amazon buy promises to protect your mattress from bed bugs – but does it actually work?
Experts weigh in on whether or not this will actually do the trick
By Sara Hesikova
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How can you tell if you have bed bugs? The top 5 signs of bed bugs in your home
The top 5 signs of bed bugs – this is how you can tell the pests have infiltrated your home
By Sara Hesikova
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Is the UK facing a second bed bug epidemic this year? This is what the experts had to say
Reports of a new bed bug epidemic are spreading. Here's what you need to do
By Sara Hesikova
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The blue you're going to be obsessed with next year – Benjamin Moore has nailed its colour of the year 2024
A star is born as Benjamin Moore announces its colour of the year 2024 inspired by the night sky
By Sara Hesikova
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Angela Scanlon's giant shell decor is top of our wishlist – and we've found 3 beautiful versions for less
The Strictly star’s extravagant piece of decor usually costs over £200 a pop. But our finds come at a fraction of the price
By Sara Hesikova
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Does steam cleaning kill bed bugs? The cleaning gadget to help ease your pest panic
The best steam cleaners to get rid of the pesky pests
By Sara Hesikova
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Want to level up your air fryer cooking game? This cute Le Creuset tool will do the trick
This surprising piece of equipment might just become your favourite yet
By Sara Hesikova
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Strictly’s Amanda Abbington shared a snap of her living room – and it sports one of this year’s top trends
The actress offered a glimpse into her cleverly designed space
By Sara Hesikova
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Mrs Hinch just revealed her genius trick for cleaning a fridge in seconds
Mrs Hinch has got another surprising cleaning hack up her sleeve – so we had to test it out and this is what we thought
By Sara Hesikova
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All our editors already love the Ruggable x Jonathan Adler range – but they're calling this rug the next sellout piece
We're calling it – this is going to be the next cult rug
By Sara Hesikova
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I never knew my pot could do this – and now that TikTok showed me my mind is blown
What else have I been sleeping on?!
By Sara Hesikova
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Got chipped wood veneer furniture on your hands? Here are 3 ways you can bring it back to its former glory
This is the expert guide to repairing chipped wood veneer furniture
By Sara Hesikova
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Overwintering petunias – the experts’ guide on how to keep petunias alive during winter
Here’s all you need to know about the how and the when
By Sara Hesikova
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Alan Titchmarsh is urging gardeners to avoid mowing the lawn on this day of the week
This is why gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh doesn’t want you to mow your lawn on a particular day of the week
By Sara Hesikova