If you’ve read my regular seasonal candle round-ups and my recent small business Christmas gift guide, you’ll have seen the name Sincerely Lumière pop up several times. And with good reason. Based in London, this independent studio handcrafts candles, wax melts and more, all designed to encourage self-care and nurture wellbeing. There’s something special about the scents, and I’ve loved them from . . .
A wintry woodland stay at TreeHouse Retreats, West Sussex
[Advertisement - this post is based on a press stay, but all words and opinions are my own] There's always something magical about spending time in woodland: the dappled light filtering through the branches, the rustling leaves underfoot, the birdsong up above, the sense of being hidden away in an enchanted fairytale world... It's particularly special in autumn and winter . . .
Minimalist Christmas inspiration from the Ask og Eng apartment
One of my highlights from this year's 3 Days of Design in Copenhagen was the Ask og Eng apartment - the home of writer Emily Nathan, which the Norwegian studio had designed from scratch and which was accessible to the public during the festival. It has since remained visitable by appointment for those keen to see Ask og Eng's kitchens, furniture and object collection in a real-life setting . . .
The 2024 small business Christmas gift guide
It's time for my annual Christmas gift guide and, like last year, I've decided to focus entirely on independent retailers, artists and makers. I try to shop small whenever I can, and small businesses need support more than ever - in fact when putting this post together, I was saddened to see just how many wonderful names have vanished from the scene over the last 12 months . . .
Top tips for a relaxed city break in Delft
Back in January I spent several days in the Netherlands on photoshoots for my book. I had no time to explore around work, but I loved the brief glimpses I got of one city - Delft - so much that I vowed to go back with Chris to see it properly. Well, a few weeks ago we did just that, and it certainly lived up to my expectations . . .
The best scented candles for Christmas & winter
Winter is almost here and Christmas won't be far behind, so it's time for my annual round-up of the best seasonal scented candles, updated for 2024 to include new discoveries alongside some old favourites. Below are spicy scents inspired by mulled wine and baking, fresh green scents that evoke fir trees and frozen forests, nurturing scents to ground and comfort . . .
The Edit | Nature-inspired Christmas decorations
Halloween is over and November is here, so I’m beginning to think ahead to Christmas - and specifically how to style the house. Although I try to resist putting up any decorations before December, I’ll be using the next few weeks to plan what I’m going to do, gather things together and start savouring the magic and excitement of the season . . .
Tregulland – a large & luxurious house rental in Cornwall
[Advertisement - this post is based on a press stay, but all words and opinions are my own.] I often dream of getting a group of friends and family together for Christmas, a New Year celebration, a big birthday or just a weekend of fun and relaxation. And now I've found the perfect venue for it - Tregulland in northern Cornwall . . .
Minimalist Halloween styling with pick-your-own pumpkins
October is one of my favourite times of the year, and I always enjoy savouring simple, seasonal pleasures: misty walks, cosy evenings with candles, decorating the house for Halloween... And now I have a new autumn tradition to add to the list: pumpkin-picking! I love having pumpkins around the house . . .
New design finds | October 2024
It's time for my regular round-up of new product launches and minimalist design finds, and there's a bit of a theme to this month's selection: the balance between form and function. All the below items encompass practical features or respond to common design problems, without losing any of their aesthetic appeal . . .
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