Hands up who loves to have a mooch around other people’s homes? I have to admit that it’s always been a bit of an obsession of mine over the years whether it’s browsing through interiors magazines or on a daily commute catching a glimpse as I’ve passed by on the bus. I’ve always been intrigued by how others utilise and decorate their homes. It’s also probably why I’ve had so many near misses with lampposts whilst out and about! I…
Blue skies are heralded this bank holiday weekend and with this in mind, I thought we’d take a look at how blue can add its own sunshine to our homes. And with over half of the population in the world embracing blue as their favourite colour, I thought it’s about time I wrote about it. The Beauty of Blue In Your Home & How To Use It Having been distracted by the kitchen makeover which has led to my getting…
If there’s one way to add warmth and character to our homes it has to be through the use of the wood with its natural textural qualities. And what better way to introduce it but in the form of useful accessories that have been lovingly handmade by skilled craftsmen. Today, I’m featuring one such skilled artisan, William Firth, who has an independent woodwork workshop based in the heart of Lancashire here in the UK. The Beauty of Handcrafted Wood – William…
When you think of Herringbone, you’ll probably think of flooring, namely parquet, but there’s been an emergence of this pattern filtering through to other interior design elements. And if you’re not so keen on in your face pattern and are looking to add a little visual interest in a more subtle way, you may want to consider utilising this fabulous pattern throughout your home. The Herringbone – Subtle Pattern for Your Homes Considering the Herringbone pattern has been around…
I couldn’t resist sharing one of my all-time favourite iconic lighting brands, Anglepoise® today and the fact that I have recently won an Original 1227™ Anglepoise® Mini Table Lamp from Inspyer Lighting, I thought I’d share my win with you and why they are so utterly brilliant. Anglepoise – Iconic Lighting For Your Home Choosing the right lighting for your homes is not only important to carry out our everyday tasks, but it’s also essential for our wellbeing so…
I’m sure you’d agree with me that there’s something quite beautiful about natural woven pieces that have been handmade by skilled and experienced craftsmen. Their organic textural qualities bring our homes alive with their woven forms, offering interest and tactile surfaces that touch our senses as well as their ability to offer the decorative. The fact that they are often environmentally friendly both in design and choice of materials means that by opting for natural designs, you’re be avoiding the…
