Tableware from Nkuku

I find myself returning again and again to the website of ethical retailer, Nkuku.  One of their strong points is their beautiful table wares, many of them handcrafted. This Basheera Wood Bowl is a typical example.  They’re handcrafted with lovely, soft groves running around the bowl.  The material used is mango wood. Mango wood comes [...]

Guest Post: Distinct Home Improvement Benefits of Pleated Blinds

Pleated blinds are best options to add style and class to different styles of homes in UK. They provide a sleek and modern look to your house, which you are sure to like as a modern homeowner. These blinds are known to add elegancy and contemporary looks to any room. You may have different varieties of [...]

Guest Post: 10 Areas Where Decorating Can Easily Go Wrong

When someone wants to do some interior or exterior decorating, they tend to feel excited to some extent and are rearing to go. What some fail to understand is that, decorating too has its rules and regulations although they are not very stringent. Despite this, people still continue to make interesting errors when they are [...]

Homewares from Audrey’s Cat

Both Folksy and Etsy are great places to look for reasonable priced handcrafted items and I have some favourite shops on there that I return to again and again.  Audrey’s Cat  is one of those and their stores specialises in bags and home wares with vintage feel. How cute is this retro children’s cushion cover?  [...]

Guest Post: Wood Types For Making a Log Bed

When I decided that I wanted to build my own log bed I did a lot of research on the best kinds of logs to use. I wanted a kind of log that was both gorgeous to look at (since my log bed would be the focal point of my bedroom) and also was strong [...]

Lanterns from Home Scents

Candles are a lovely way to make a home feel warmer, brighter and cosier during the long winter months.  Lanterns are a great way to display candles especially larger ones.  They really appeal to me because of their rustic look and Home Scents have some handsome lanterns from which to choose. I like this Rustic [...]

Guest Post: Living Room Design Ideas – How to Make Small Spaces Work

Many homes can offer you limited space for the living room.  This is an important area in the home and provides a place where the family can come together to relax and socialise.  It is important to design small spaces effectively so that you feel comfortable and can enjoy your surroundings.   Fortunately there are [...]

Blanket Boxes at Myakka

I’m always drawn to pretty or unusual boxes and chests when browsing in antique or home furnishings shops.  It can be difficult though to find reasonably priced items that combine quality with ethical concerns.  So I was very pleased to stumble across Myakka with their ranges of furniture from a single fair trade supplier in [...]

Hearts for your Valentine

Valentine’s Day will soon be upon us and it’s worth organising your gifts now.  Hearts are the traditional symbol of love and there are some beautifully designed items out there that would make welcome gifts. This Silver & Recycled Aluminium “Fronds” Heart from Anna Clifton Jewellery caught my eye.  It’s hand-made with a sterling silver [...]

Tiles for your Home

At this time of year you might be thinking about home improvement projects for the coming 12 months.  Kitchen and bathroom are top of my wishlist and they may need to remain there, but that hasn’t stopped me window shopping.  Susie Watson Designs have some lovely tiles that are a little bit different from the [...]

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