Is it just me, or has 2020 somehow stood still and flown by at the same time? Anyway, December is here already and I'm going to squeeze in one last round-up of design news before the year draws to a close. This month's selection features minimalist lighting, a just-launched Swedish homeware collaboration and a new twist on an iconic Danish chair . . .
How to make an asymmetrical Christmas wreath
Making wreaths is one of my favourite things to do in the run-up to Christmas. There's something very mindful about getting stuck into seasonal crafts, and surrounding yourself with winter foliage is a guaranteed way to get in the festive spirit - especially if you pour yourself some wine and play some Christmas music at the same time! I particularly love creating asymmetrical wreaths . . .
Profile | Timeless Nordic Christmas decorations from All White Christmas
I love Christmas and I love timeless, pared-back style, but the two don't often go hand in hand. That's why I was delighted to come across All White Christmas - a new webstore stocking a beautifully curated selection of Nordic-inspired decorations, as well as understated cards, gifts and other accessories for the festive season and beyond . . .
Adding some festive sparkle with Georg Jensen’s 2020 ‘Christmas Collectibles’
[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Georg Jensen, but all words and opinions are my own] I generally opt for a pared-back look at Christmas, with lots of evergreen foliage and a few simple decorations. But I can never resist adding a bit of sparkle, and Georg Jensen's annual 'Christmas Collectibles' are always my go-to source of festive magic . . .
A soft, minimalist beige bedroom: mood board & plans
Blocking up the door to our ensuite and opening a new one off the landing has not only enabled us to create a proper upstairs bathroom, it's also given us scope to transform our long-neglected master bedroom into the soothing sanctuary we've always dreamt of. We've already made a start on it and I hope to show you the results soon, but first I want to share a look at our plans . . .
How to create a cosy outdoor haven this winter
It's that time of year when I'd normally be putting the garden furniture away for winter, but it's 2020 so of course things are a little different. Ongoing restrictions mean I'm desperate to spend as much time outside as possible, and I'm very aware that alfresco catch-ups may well end up being the only way to see friends and family over the coming months . . .
Home tour | A minimalist getaway on the Swedish coast
In Monday's post I talked about how much I love the Bohuslän Archipelago to the north of Gothenburg, and just as I pressed 'publish' an email dropped into my inbox with details of a stunning new house hidden along its rocky shoreline. It was just a coincidence, of course, but it only seemed fitting that it should form the focus of my latest home tour! . . .
Scandinavian dreaming with Skandinavisk’s new Eau de Toilette collection
[Advertisement - this is a paid collaboration with Skandinavisk, but all words and opinions are my own] Oh how I long to head off to a little island somewhere in one of Scandanavia's many beautiful archipelagos... Sadly not possible at the moment, of course, so until I can travel again I'll have to content myself with a bit of daydreaming . . .
New finds | November 2020
It's time for my regular round-up of interesting design finds and I have some real gems to share with you this month. There are two stunning chairs which showcase the possibilities of sustainable design, gorgeous just-launched linens, an exciting new British tableware brand, and a beautiful webshop from one of my favourite artists . . .
A cosy stay at Cynefin Retreats, Herefordshire
Last week I shared a few tips on what to see and do in the beautiful county of Herefordshire, so for the second post from our recent trip I thought I'd put together a review of where we stayed: Cynefin Retreats. I know it seems a little odd to be publishing this just as travel restrictions are reintroduced across England, but I decided to go ahead anyway . . .
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