Homes, offices, restaurants and hotels need not only furniture, but also a whole range of interior decorations and soft furnishings, such as curtains, lamps, rugs and cushions.

Interior decorators visit both domestic and commercial clients, using colour swatches and fabric samples to help them choose colours and fabrics and to work out colour schemes. They also source furniture, work out measurements and make up blinds and curtains, creating a full package for the client.

There are great interior decorating jobs available for those with a creative flair and an eye for colour. If you prefer hands-on work, then there is also demand for good sewing machinists to make up cushions and curtains, or you could work with interior designers to produce unique furnishings for one-off needs.

Many interior decorators are self-employed, so this could be an opportunity to work for a small boutique firm or even start your own business.