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 . . .
The best scented candles for autumn – updated for 2024
Now that the equinox has been and gone, it's time for my updated round-up of the best scented candles for autumn. I have a year-round obsession with candles, but there's something particularly special about lighting them as the days grow shorter and the nights longer - in fact I tend to have one or another flickering away from the moment I wake up until I head back to bed again. Not only does it . . .
The best scented candles for summer
After a bit of a delayed start, it looks as if summer is finally here in northern Europe. So, I'm continuing my seasonal guide to the best scented candles with an updated round-up for the warmer months ahead. I'm always amazed by the power of fragrance to transform the ambiance of a space, spark distant memories or transport me to other places, and at this time of year I tend to find myself . . .
New minimalist outdoor furniture launches for 2024
Several of my favourite brands have unveiled new garden furniture ranges for 2024, and there's plenty to appeal to fans of timeless, minimalist design. With summer on the horizon and the weather finally beginning to show signs of warming up, I thought it was time I shared a look at the launches that have caught my eye. There are modular outdoor sofa systems, versatile dining sets . . .
Minimalist garden inspiration with ‘AH’ outdoor furniture from Carl Hansen & Søn
[Advertisement – this is a paid partnership with Carl Hansen & Søn, but all words and opinions are my own] It's that time of year when many of us start to think about getting our gardens, terraces or balconies ready for the warmer months ahead, and today I'm excited to share some inspiration for minimalist outdoor furniture in collaboration with Carl Hansen & Søn . . .
The best scented candles for spring
Despite a brief return to sleet and snow last week, spring has arrived here in Bristol - and that means it's time for my seasonal round-up of the best scented candles. For me candles aren't just a winter thing, and I love selecting fragrances that suit my mood and the season. Around now I start swapping the smoky, spicy notes that I tend to favour during the colder months for lighter scents . . .
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