During 2021 and it's intermittent lockdowns there was the start of some hope that we might be able to banish Covid-19 and get on with a better future. We were travelling less, getting out in the fresh air and working from home, so there was a lot to be grateful …

The use of written words as wall decor has bloomed since manufacturers perfected the technique of computerized stenciling and peel-and-stick application. Homeowners can now totally customize their painted walls with scrolled fonts and color-coordinated sentiments …