It's the first day of December, so I reckon it's Officially OK to start putting up the Christmas decorations. As you'll probably know from previous posts, I like to keep things minimalist but festive, and wreaths are some of my favourite things to create. I normally have a large one on the front door that's bursting with wild-looking foliage, plus a few simpler ones dangling from windows, doorways . . .
Stylish, ethical furniture from Out & Out
[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Out & Out, but all words and opinions are my own] I love discovering new sources of beautiful homeware and today I want to introduce you to one that has recently popped onto my radar: Out & Out. Based here in the UK, this independent online store was founded by Daniel Fairburn, a furniture designer who had previously spent eight . . .
Profile | Future design classics from NABO
[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with NABO, but all words and opinions are my own] A few months ago I featured the gorgeous London apartment of Christina Thaisen, who's a firm believer in buying meaningful, long-lasting objects rather than following throwaway trends. It's an ethos that I share, and today I want to tell you a bit more about NABO, the Danish lifestyle shop which . . .
How to have a minimalist Christmas
I love Christmas – I always have. I love the sights and sounds, the scent of pine needles and mulled wine, and the chance to spend time with family and friends. And I love that hint of magic which always seems to hang in the air, even when you're an adult. But if I’m honest, the last few years have been a little strange. My family and I have tried so hard to recreate the wonderful Christmasses . . .
Three minimalist studio spaces
Commercial offices and studios can be great sources of design inspiration, and they're often brimming with clever ideas that can easily be incorporated into home environments. I've spotted three very stylish examples over the last couple of weeks, and I couldn't resist sharing some photos and a few words about why they caught my eye. All three are located in Denmark and belong to design brands . . .
A sofa transformation with Bemz
A key part of my recent living-room makeover was updating our two sofas, but I knew the budget wouldn't stretch to brand-new ones. I was also wary of throwing away furniture which was still perfectly useable, albeit a little tired-looking - after all it's not a very sustainable approach, and getting rid of large items is a huge hassle. So, I was delighted to team up with Swedish company Bemz to . . .
New finds | November 2018
The start of another month means it's time for my regular round-up of design and lifestyle news. So, read on for a look at the latest product launches to catch my eye, together with details of a few events, magazines and books that might be of interest... . . .
Simple, Scandinavian-inspired Christmas decorations (+ giveaway!) with Cox & Cox
[Advertisement - this is a paid partnership with Cox & Cox, but all words and opinions are my own] I know it’s only November, but there’s a distinct chill in the air and I can’t help getting a little bit excited about the approaching festive season. This year is going to be particularly special as we’ll be hosting Christmas for the first time, and I can’t wait to start decorating the . . .
Home tour | A minimalist apartment in Helsinki
It's time for another home tour and today I'm taking a peek inside the stunning Finnish apartment of Riika Wikberg, Head of Business Development at Marimekko, and her family. I first discovered Riika on Instagram and I instantly loved the look of her minimalist, light-filled home, which has just undergone a top-to-toe makeover. In fact, before I knew it I'd lost hours browsing through her feed . . .
Profile | Handmade textiles from Stitch by Stitch
I discovered a raft of interesting makers and independent design brands on my recent visit to the North London home of interior designer Louisa Grey, but one in particular stood out: Stitch by Stitch. A selection of its beautiful cushions and throws adorned the sofas and daybeds, and I instantly fell in love with their monochrome colour palette, textured surfaces and intricate embroidery. I was . . .
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