Now that we finally have a finished dining room, I couldn’t resist dressing the table for a cosy, candlelit winter feast – the perfect way to make the most of the dark, frosty nights and whip up some seasonal cheer as December draws near. I decided to put together two different looks, both incorporating a few festive hints without going overboard on the Christmas theme, so here's a peek at the . . .
Our dining room makeover
It’s taken much longer than expected (mostly due to water damage from a leaking boiler), but I’m finally ready to reveal a few pictures of our dining room, which is the latest stage of our ongoing house redecoration to be completed. Our home is a typical red-brick Victorian terrace, and throughout we’re trying to preserve its original features while incorporating the kind of . . .
Winter Flowers | A ceramics collaboration
I wanted to start the week by sharing some photos of a beautiful collaboration between Somerset homeware brand Midgley Green, who I profiled earlier this year, and artisan Devon-based potter Jono Smart. Entitled ‘Winter Flowers’, the collaboration celebrates the turning seasons with a series of contemporary stem vases that are perfect for displaying foraged finds. All have wonderful textures . . .
Christmas collection from Rowen & Wren
Some more festive inspiration for you today, this time from Rowen & Wren, who can always be relied upon to come up with beautifully timeless, elegant designs. Their 2015 Christmas collection includes pretty much everything you could need – baubles and garlands, wreaths and wrapping paper, candles and candelabras... There are lots of lovely muted colours and natural motifs, plus a sprinkling . . .
Home tour | A small Swedish space
Another week, another gorgeous Scandinavian apartment to share! This light, bright home in Gothenburg belongs to stylist Joanna Bagge and it's a masterclass in how to make the most of a small space. It only has two rooms but comfortably accommodates a family of four thanks to some very clever tricks. The divider in the bedroom provides a neat and stylish way of creating distinct sleeping areas . . .
Festive inspiration from Broste Copenhagen
Christmas still seems a long way away, but I can’t help getting excited about the prospect of putting up the decorations in a few weeks – particularly as some of my favourite brands have started to release their festive ranges, providing plenty of inspiration. This one from Broste Copenhagen instantly caught my eye because of its pared-back Nordic look. There’s nothing garish or overdone; just . . .
Review | Cooling ceramics from Magisso
I have to confess that I hadn’t heard of Finnish brand Magisso before they emailed asking if I’d like to review one of their products, and I’m mystified as to how they managed to escape my attention for so long. Formed in 2008, they’ve won all sorts of innovation awards and specialise in the kind of design I love: beautiful in form, but also incredibly functional. Magisso's philosophy is to . . .
Finding the right pillow with Soak & Sleep
I recently read that an old pillow can contain as much as 10% of its weight in dead skin, mould and dust mites – yuck! What’s more, poor-quality pillows are one of the biggest causes of neck and back pain. That certainly rings true with me, as I often struggle to get comfy at night. I tend to hold stress in my shoulders and jaw, so I try to avoid putting any additional pressure on these areas, . . .
Home tour | A cosy Swedish space in greys & browns
As chilly weather begins to tighten its grip, I’ve been browsing the net for examples of homes to hole up in over winter and I came across this gorgeous Gothenburg pad. It’s relaxed and homely, with plenty of interesting colours and textures that add cosiness and warmth. The blanket-laden sofa looks ideal for dark evenings curled up with a book, the dining table perfect for sociable candlelit . . .
Urban Jungle Bloggers | A plant ‘shelfie’
I do love a shelfie. They give such a fascinating insight into how people arrange their spaces and what objects they value, and I’m always trawling Pinterest for styling ideas. So when this month’s Urban Jungle Bloggers challenge – a ‘plant shelfie’ – dropped into my inbox, I was rather happy. Several rooms in our home contain alcove shelves which were designed and built for us by a local . . .
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