Well it’s that time of year again when I am called upon to perform my seasonal duties as a trend hunter. This time last year I was contacted by Vouchercodes.co.uk and asked to be one of their High Street Hunters. This basically means that each season I identify a trend that I believe will be big in interiors
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Favourite finds from Etsy
*All the links in this post are affiliate links* I feel like the blog is going through lots of firsts right now. As I announced last week, I have my first contributor on board (my younger brother Barney) and we have also tried some exciting new giveaway posts recently. I’m in a period of experimentation
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Interview: Richard Frost of Thread & Favour
It was a few months ago when I was first contacted by Richard Frost, the founder of British-made interior accessories brand Thread & Favour. He wanted to let me in on the news that he was just about to launch his new company with a limited edition range of exquisite cushions and throws made from rare
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Odyssey: AW13 Home Trend from John Lewis
This bank holiday weekend I stumbled upon the new AW13 Home Trend from John Lewis and I have to say I’m really rather taken with it. Odyssey takes its cue from complex structures that can be found in nature and I really love all the geometric influences that can be seen in this collection. I’m also a big fan
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The House Industries Collection for Uncle Goose
I have always loved wooden toys and I know that when I have children I am going to really enjoy choosing their toys, being careful to select ones that have some kind of educational value. Although plastic toys are cheap, disposable and far easier to come by I think there is just something so beautiful,
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Pop Kitchen Bin by Brabantia
Last May, I was contacted by homeware brand Brabantia and asked to be a judge for a design competition that were about to run. Naturally I said yes and I was very happy to join Igor Josif of Happy Interior Blog and Yvonne Eijkenduin of Yvestown on the panel along with a number of experts from
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Currently Coveting: Bird by Splinter Designs
Today will just be a quick post as I am still on holiday in Poland with my husband. I am trying not to work, which is a challenge, but I couldn’t resist sharing this with you. These cute little decorative birds are just adorable and I love the pop of colour that features on the
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Interview: Surface Pattern Designer Helen Stevens of Surfacephilia
Being an interiors geek, one of the aspects that really fascinates me is Surface Pattern Design and when I come across a really great designer I love having the opportunity to not only feature their work but also to interview them to find out a bit more about what influences their designs and what inspires them.
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Pets Rock Cushions by Takkoda
Now, tell me this is not hilarious! I just couldn’t resist sharing these quirky cushions with you as they make me chuckle to myself every time I look at them. The brainchild of a company called Takkoda, the Pets Rock range of cushions, mugs, coasters & placemats, stationery and homewares is sure to put a
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Ceramics for Spring by Mia Blanche
It may not feel like it just yet, especially after the snow flurries we have experienced recently, but I am told that spring is definitely on the way. With that in mind I just had to feature these gorgeous ceramics by Swedish designer Mia Blanche. Based in Södermalm in Stockholm, Mia creates these adorable pieces in
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Deer oh Deer! Great Stag Accessories from DesResDesign
This winter I have been loving the huge range of home accessories that feature woodland animals. They seem to be popping up everywhere and I particularly like this range of stag head accessories from DesResDesign. Available in teal and plum, the cushions and wallpaper feature hand-drawn stag head designs which are perfect for the woodland animal trend
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Pots with Personality by Meyer-Lavigne
At the moment I am working on a new blog design which I will be launching in the new year and I am very excited about it but I’m afraid that is all I can say for now. However, working on the new blog has given me a reason to go back over all my
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Customize Your IKEA Furniture with Pretty Pegs
Ever since I first moved out of my parents when I went to uni all those many years ago (thinking about it really is quite frightening) I have had a fair amount of Ikea furniture in my house. As a student, Ikea is obviously a great choice as it’s well made, hard-wearing, and reasonably priced.
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Interiors Trend: Woodland Animals
|A | B |C| D| E| F| G| H| I| J| One of the things that I love about interiors is watching the different trends develop right from the moment they first appear through to the time when they go mainstream and can be seen all over the place. I remember when owls first
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Macabre Masterpieces from Sylvia Ji
As it is Halloween today I thought it was only fitting to get into the spirit of things and post something a little bit scary and macabre. I had planned to post a wallpaper as usual but then I spotted these fantastic products by American designer Sylvia Ji so you’ll have to wait until next
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Cushions Imitating Hard Materials by How Are You
How Are You is a Swedish design firm run by Emelie & Tobias. They created these great cushions as part of their Making Hard Things Soft range, which is printed and handmade in Sweden. I asked Tobias to give me a bit of background to the company and this is what he said: “We are a couple
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Interview: Guy Chenevix-Trench of Antiques by Design
Morning everyone and happy Monday! I hope you all had a great weekend and are well rested and prepared for the week ahead. Today, I am bringing you an interview with Guy Chenevix-Trench of Antiques by Design. Operating under the motto “Reclaim, Recycle, Reuse”, Antiques by Design is an innovative company that uses a combination of antiques,
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Decorative Architectural Models by Chisel & Mouse
At the moment I am in full creative mode at home. After years of um-ing and ah-ing about what to put in my house, I finally have a clear idea of what my personal style is and what I would like to fill my home with…well my living room at least but you have to
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Panoramic Photo Prints for Adventure Enthusiasts
I have been looking for artwork to put up in my house for a couple of years now. The problem is I am very picky and quite flaky so I tend to go off things quite quickly. In the past this has prevented me from committing enough to actually get around to purchasing art work.
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Occasions Range A/W 2012 by Danish Homeware Brand Hübsch Interior
Explore Nordic cosiness, rustic nature and powdery pastel tones from Danish homeware company Hubsch
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Home Comforts range from John Lewis
The John Lewis Home Studio team recently announced three key home furnishing trends for autumn/winter 2012. My favourite of these trends is the Home Comforts range, which sees nostalgic colours and shapes from bygone eras bringing warmth and cheer to home interiors. What makes the range so appealing is that the products feel familiar and cosy due to the
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Whimsical Ceramics by Undergrowth Design
These whimsical ceramics provide the most enchanting tea service ideal for an afternoon tea that the Mad Hatter would be proud of.
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Contemporary Wall Art from Pantone
For those of you who love colour and are fans of the Pantone Colour Institute, I thought you might appreciate these contemporary wall art canvases. Based on the renowned colour system that has been used by designers for the past 45 years as the most reliable way to match colour, these canvases are produced by
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Interview: Surface Pattern Designer Louise Tiler
A few weeks ago at New Designers 2012 not only did I spot the amazing work of Jessica Hogarth, who I featured last week, but right next to her stand was the very talented Louise Tiler whose work also really caught my eye. Louise is a surface pattern designer who creates the most beautifully intricate