[Advertisement - this post is based on a press stay, but all words and opinions are my own.] Chris and I always love visiting Cornwall. The craggy coves and beaches, the fields and moors, the pretty harbour towns, the distinct cultural traditions combined with a thriving contemporary arts scene... It's unlike anywhere else in the UK, and it draws us back time and time again . . .
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 . . .
My interiors book, the Soft Minimalist Home – published today!
Today is a big deal for me because it's publication day for my first book, The Soft Minimalist Home - Calm, Cosy Decor for Real Lives and Spaces. It's a dream come true - a moment that's exciting, nerve-wracking and surreal all at the same time. I've always wanted to write a book, and specifically this book . . .
10 things to see & do in Bilbao, Spain
I've just got back from my annual holiday with my friend Becky and this year we embarked on a fantastic 12-day road trip around northern Spain. Our journey took us down through the Basque Country to the wine region of La Rioja, before we headed back northwards through the little-known province of Navarra and the elegant coastal hub of San Sebastián . . .
New design finds | September 2024
After a bit of a summer slowdown and a much-needed holiday in northern Spain, I'm back on the case with blogging - and I have plenty of interesting posts in the works, starting with a round-up of the latest design finds and product launches to catch my eye. There's plenty to inspire, from sustainable twists on Nordic classics to new rugs, minimalist furniture and even super-stylish kitchen . . .
How to pack lightly & travel with carry-on luggage only
We all have our talents, and one of mine is packing lightly. I've got it down to a fine art, and people are always amazed when I head off for a fortnight or more with only a small wheelie case in tow. This weekend I'll be embarking on a 12-day road trip around northern Spain, and as usual I'll be travelling with cabin luggage only. It's years since I last checked anything into the hold . . .
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