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Ceramics
I have a confession, I’m a little bit obsessed with ceramics in all it’s guises. I’ve had a good clear out of old crockery, mugs and bowls that are no longer used or serve any purpose, even most of the…
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September Reclamation Special
It was a joy to be asked again if I would review the Arthur Swallows Decorative Home and Salvage Show at Ripley. It was a beautiful serene Saturday morning when I arrived, the air slightly Autumnal. Walking through the gates…
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A Gallery of Summer
This week has been a tough one, I don’t do transition too well and Autumn is on it’s way, there are little tell tale signs but I’m trying so hard to hang on to Summer. Also my daughter started…
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Inside / Outside
If you are like me, you’ll like nothing better than being outdoors. Be it in a grand garden that you are visiting or just in your own little plot. I try very hard not to get bogged down with the…
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G&T Time with a Twist
Just because the Summer is in its last throws of decadence it doesn’t mean that we can’t enjoy these heady warm evenings just that little longer with a few G&T’s on the terrace. I try to keep the Summer vibe…
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Holiday Moodboards
While I’m away I thought I’d fill a page with beautiful inspiration that I have collated over the months. A happy moment that I get great pleasure from putting colour and form together to make cohesive mood boards that bring…
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Take A Break
The next few weeks I am going to be away, downing tools hooking up Agatha the caravan and hitting the road for some seriously needed rest and relaxation. The summer frocks and sandals are packed the green fields of…
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Bedside Matters
There is something lovely about curling up under the sheets with a cup of tea and a good book. Even better if your book is bathed in a soft glow, not too harsh but gentle enough to light the room…
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Gather.Harvest.Feast
A couple of weeks ago I spent a wonderful Saturday in the great outdoors. I helped set up a great event that hopefully will become more of a permanent fixture through the coming months. The meaning behind Gather.Harvest.Feast to me…
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Best Laid Plans
I was supposed to be full of vigour and write a post about my wonderful day at Manor Garden to celebrate our first foray with Gather Harvest Feast but life has put a spanner in the works. Not a horrible…