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New home accessories (& pop-ups!) from Made.com

January 27, 2017

In the few years since it was founded, British website Made.com has become one of my go-to places for stylish yet affordable furniture and lighting: Scandi-style sofas, sleek dining tables, striking floor lamps, beds and bookcases... I've always associated the brand with larger items and online shopping, so I was intrigued to discover that not only does it also sell a wide range of smaller home . . .

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Six of the best… scented candles

January 25, 2017

Six of the best... scented candles | These Four Walls blog

Today I'm kicking off a new series of posts showcasing some of the best home accessories and furniture designs across a range of categories, starting with the humble scented candle. For me, scented candles are an essential item at any time of year, but never more so than during the long, dark days of winter. There’s something incredibly soothing about watching gently dancing flames, surrounded . . .

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Spring-summer 2017 collection from &tradition

January 24, 2017

Spring-summer 2017 collection from &tradition | These Four Walls blog

I have another new-season collection from Scandinavia to share with you today, this time from Danish brand &tradition, which works with a range of designers to produce striking yet timeless pieces. . . .

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Home tour | A pared-back apartment in Stockholm

January 23, 2017

Home tour | A pared-back apartment in Stockholm | These Four Walls blog

This beautiful Swedish apartment is a perfect example of the minimal approach to living which I've been talking about a lot in recent weeks. Located in the buzzing Södermalm district of Stockholm, it's calming and clutter-free, with lots of natural light and a wonderfully fresh feel. . . .

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Recipe | Sausage & kale orecchiette

January 20, 2017

Sausage & kale orecchiette | These Four Walls blog

It's time for the first recipe of 2017 from the talented Kym Grimshaw of food blog On the Plate, and I'm particularly excited about this one as it uses my favourite pasta: orecchiette. I first sampled orecchiette (Italian for 'little ears') on Rome's Piazza Navona at the age of 17, when I was travelling around Italy between school and university. It was served with butternut squash and grated . . .

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New designs from Stelton

January 19, 2017

New designs from Stelton | These Four Walls blog

More Danish design news for you today, this time from Stelton - a favourite of style-conscious coffee and tea lovers the world over. It has just released a raft of new designs, and they're some of my favourites to date. First up are new colour options for the brand's iconic 'EM77' cafetiere and vacuum jug, designed by Erik Magnussen all the way back in 1977. The latest shades were inspired by . . .

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Abi Dare | These Four Walls blog

I’m Abi Dare – a stylist, photographer and writer based in Bristol (UK). I set up this blog to share interior design, travel and lifestyle inspiration for simple, relaxed living at home and beyond. You’ll find home tours, advice and tips, interviews, reviews, postcards from places I love and more – always with a focus on soft minimalism, muted colours and timeless, considered design.

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Eight years ago today. Carousel posts didn't exist Eight years ago today. Carousel posts didn't exist then so I'm using our anniversary as an excuse to share some of my favourite wedding photos.

I have so many happy memories from the day, but what I remember the most is all the laughter. And the funniest best men's (Chris had four!) speech I've ever heard. I wish we'd had a videographer just to capture that.

Anyway, thanks @small_round_things for the last eight years - and for the 13 before we actually got around to tying the knot!

Venue: @pyneshouse 
Photography: @taylorandporter
Back on the grid after more than two weeks. Thanks Back on the grid after more than two weeks. Thanks to everyone who sent messages checking I was OK - I just lost my Instagram mojo and needed a bit of a break. Anyway, here are some phone-camera snippets of life lately...

1.  Guard cat on duty while I work
2.  Evening light hitting the last of the Japanese quince blossom in the garden 
3.  Country drives
4.  Coming across 17th-century graffiti while house-hunting
5 & 6.  A lazy Sunday stroll on Clevedon Pier, on one of those hazy days where the sea and sky seem to merge into one
7.  Keeping drooping spring blooms going for as long as possible 
8 & 9.  Wisteria at @ntbarringtoncourt in Somerset 
10.  Brunch at the always-wonderful @lunitapasteleria 
11.  Enjoying the balmy spring breeze 
12.  Stunning mosaic floors at Chedworth Roman Villa in Gloucestershire 
13.  Bluebell season
14.  My kind of wine
15.  Wild garlic 

#springhassprung #slowsimpleseasonal #cornersofmyworld #lifelately #blossomseverywhere #thisprettyengland #thelocalwayfarer #westcountry #littlestoriesofmylife #poetryofsimplethings #seeingthepretty #tinytinymoments
[AD - PR product] I've always loved marble as a ma [AD - PR product] I've always loved marble as a material, and the beige Kunis Breccia version of the @newworksdk 'Kizu' table lamp caught my eye immediately. I now have this design in three different colourways around the house, and this is definitely my favourite to date! 

#softminimalisthome #softminimalstyle #neutralhomedecor #simplehomestyle #minimalistdecor #simpleinterior #mycosyhome #neutrallivingroom #minimalistlighting #scandiinterior
A few weeks ago I travelled to Drammen in Norway f A few weeks ago I travelled to Drammen in Norway for the big project I'm working on (more on that soon), and while I was there I had a look around @askogeng's workshop. I've been a fan of their sustainable bamboo kitchens and furniture for a long time, so this was a real treat. And the space itself is full of the time-worn textures and beautiful details that always catch my eye.

#texturesandtones #warehousestyle #kitchendesign #scandinavianinteriors #scandinaviandesign #bitsofbuildings #ihavethisthingwithwindows #perfectlyimperfect

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