The promise of brighter, sunnier days are upon us in so many ways that it feels only fitting to make our outdoor spaces (no matter how small or large) more welcoming and inviting to others as well as ourselves. It feels like forever since last years glorious weather and it definitely feels great to embrace the outdoors once again. So with that in mind, I thought I’d put together some easy styling tips for your garden seating areas. I’ve styled…
The Perfect Affordable String Garden Furniture
June 3, 2019AD: I’m thrilled and honoured to announce that the wonderful people at Sue Ryder have asked me to be their blogger for the month of June. This means I not only get to share some fabulous affordable designs with you but hopefully, encourage you to shop with a conscience. 100% of their sales go towards this worthwhile charity which helps those with end of life care. Something that no one, or their families, should face alone. They also help those…
AD: Commissioned by Fishpools to provide my thoughts on their latest Garden Furniture Range. Now the clocks have turned back and the sun has begun to show itself, we’re taking our first apprehensive steps outside into our garden spaces today. Whilst it not quite flip flop weather, (yet!), there’s nothing like a bit of forward thinking is there? Especially as we now treat our outdoor areas pretty much as an extension of our homes to suit our ever-evolving lifestyles. I…
Some 4.38 million people go camping in Britain every year, according to Visit Britain and that includes me and my family. We’re now in our 8th year which comes as a surprise considering our first experience was one of a badly erected tent that resembled the Telly Tubby’s abode and an overflowing potty. The threat of the tent being torn down every time the Hubs attempted to stand up and got doused by the growing condensation was also very real.…
Hasn’t the weather been rather glorious this past week and it looks set to stay, well at least until the children break up for summer and then your guess is as good as mine. As a nation of garden lovers does it even matter as we’ll be making any excuse to get outside and make the most of our outdoor spaces even if it’s just for a cup of tea. With this in mind, we’re dipping one toe outside and…
Handwoven Floor Art For Lovers of Colour – Angie Parker Textiles
May 18, 2018We all need some colour in our lives don’t you think? Especially with the weather we’ve been experiencing lately. One minute full-on glorious sunshine, the next grey, wet and miserable. I say why not make your own sunshine by bringing some colour into your lives. Today I’m going to be doing just that by introducing you to Angie Parker Textiles and her wonderful rainbow of textural delights in the form of handwoven rugs. Handwoven Floor Art For Lovers of Colour…