Articles — Vintage

The Best Places to Hunt for Vintage Treasures in the Nottswolds With our Brocante just around the corner in May, I wanted to share my favourite vintage-hunting spots in the Nottswolds. Whether you're searching for antique textiles, decorative pieces or unique finds, these places are goldmines for treasure hunters. In no particular order, here are my top recommendations, along with my insider tips to help you make the most of your visit. 1. Newark & Nottinghamshire Antiques Fair 📍 Newark Showground, Lincoln Rd, Newark NG24 2NY 🌐Newark Antiques Fair  🕰️ Open: Every two months, check website for dates 💰 Price...

Your home should be a reflection of your personality, style and the things you love. A beautifully decorated space is absolutely not just about following trends - it’s about creating an environment that feels uniquely yours. If you want to add a personal touch to your interiors, here are five creative ways to transform your space into a home that truly represents you. 1. Create a Gallery Wall A gallery wall is one of the most impactful ways to personalize your home. Whether you choose framed family photos, travel memories, vintage prints, modern artwork or a curated collection on your...

The ultimate Christmas gift ideas for those who appreciate a thoughtful and sustainable gift, a gift which considers the planet and all those who inhabit it.  I hope that this guide will assist you in ensuring that every pound you spend this Christmas is a pound well spent! All of these gifts are from small businesses that are predominantly female founded. As you know, I am passionate about supporting small businesses - this guide will hopefully help you to shop and support small businesses this Christmas.   The Fable Thread- I love these luxury craft kits for the modern maker....

My latest spotlight is with the wonderful, Lucinda Griffiths of Lucinda Griffiths Design, an experienced interior designer who has created stunning rooms and spaces with clients all across the UK. She calls her service a 'satnav service for decorating, with the client in the driving seat'. Lucinda made the move from London back to her home country of Wales 15 years ago and bought a tumbledown in sight of the mountain that had been the view from her childhood bedroom. She has decorated and designed this home with second hand furniture, vintage textiles, cast offs etc and I have been...