As I learn to live in the moment, appreciate the details and embrace mindfulness with spades of gratitude for the world around me, my attention has turned to the seasons. I used to rush about like the little busy bee that I was, always flitting from one task to the next. Hardly taking in the time to stop and … Continue reading
I love fresh flowers, whether they are from the garden or from the farmers market. Here are some easy tips to keep your blooms pretty and perky for longer. I picked these ones from my garden this morning and the beautiful LSA vase was a gift from my boyfriend for my 21st birthday. 1. Choose … Continue reading
I was inspired to redecorate my duchess after taking Justina Blakeney’s interior styling class on Skillshare. My biggest takeaway were to add botanicals, bling (glass, sparkly things or metals) and make an arrangement using different heights and shapes. It’s a big, beautiful piece of furniture that my parents bought from an antiques shop when I … Continue reading
I love kitchen stores and so I couldn’t resist popping in for a quick look when we passed one in the Marais, in Paris. I’m so glad I did, because I found this beautiful napkin holder, which is as functional as it is beautiful. It was the perfect present for Mum. Last year Mum asked … Continue reading
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