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    Karen Darlow

    Karen Darlow

    After a brief foray into music journalism, fashion and beauty, Karen found herself right at home working on interior magazines with her role on Ideal Home magazine. She is now Homes Editor on Period Living magazine and loves the opportunity the job gives her to write about beautiful properties and gardens. She finds it inspiring to talk to people about their homes and gardens, and always comes away from interviews feeling inspired to try things in her own home. 

    Latest articles by Karen Darlow

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