• Lifestyle

    Tote Of The Week: 50s Inspired Canvas Shopping Bag via Rachael Taylor Designs

    Rachael Taylor Designs has launched a new online shop and oh my is it good. With super lovely styling, photography and of course beautiful textiles, it will keep you swooning till next Spring. My favourite design is the 50s inspired pattern from her ‘Signature Collection’, available as a tea towel, shower curtain, bedding and cushion.  But of course my priorities lie with the humble tote bag  – how pretty is this? Priced £26 and made from heavy weight canvas for…

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    Tote Of The Week: Ship in a Bottle Tote by Stephanie Cole

    The Ship in a Bottle Tote is a gentle reminder to myself that I will soon be by the sea (4 months ish). I miss the sea. Not that I’ve ever lived by it. I guess all the UK coastal holidays my folks took us on as children/teens have stuck with me. That, and my childhood dream to live in a lighthouse. I’m a sentimental lass. The tote can be yours for £14 from Etsy seller Stephanie Cole Designs. I’m…

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    Tote of the week: Treasure Tote via Showpony

    Tis Friday! Hurrah for the weekend. I won’t keep you, I know you’re all busy bees (pun no.1) so lets keep this post short and honey flavoured shall we (no.2)? Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls here are 5 reasons to buy the Treasure Tote via Showpony: It’s made from hemp and organic cotton – quality fabrics to stand the test of time. It includes lovely leather handles – what is finer? The leather shoulder straps include antique brass rivets…

  • Style and Beauty

    Tote of the week: ‘Jolly Good Show’ tote bag via NOTHS

      I’ve celebrated a lot this year; friends hen do’s, weddings, the OH’s new job and booking our trip to Australia for next year. What better way to celebrate proudly with this Jolly Good Show tote by Rosie May Creative via Not On The High Street. It’s very British, it’s bold, and it has the word jolly on it. I like all things jolly. Indeed I do. Got something to celebrate? Pull a tenner out of your purse and delve…

  • Style and Beauty

    Tote of the week: Recession tote bag via Alphabet Bags

        Alphabet Bags are one of my favourite maker of totes. There I said it. Their bold and cheerful designs are all handmade in the UK by a lovely couple  – who are also responsible for the Keep Calm Gallery too (tea towels galore!). They’ve recently launched a brand new website if you fancy a gander? This Recession tote bag  is a little reminder to me to keep on swimming and smiling through these times. As my Nanna once…

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    Bookmarked: Mozzypop Satchels

    I could never buy a Mulberry Alexa bag. I couldn’t justify it, let alone afford it. In fact I would rather book a holiday. But I am a fan of a good satchel and the Alexa design suits me down to the ground. While catching up on some blogs recently I noticed Mozzypop’s new satchel range – inspired by the Alexa design at only £29.95. What was that? Inspired by the Alexa? In super lovely colours including teal? And only…