• Hebden Bridge

    Best British Designer-Makers: Leanne Lucas

    Leanne Lucas, creator of  label Lulu and Luca, is a fashion and textile designer. She makes a unique range of accessories and home furnishings, all made using natural fabrics and silkscreen printed by hand. I caught up with Leanne to discuss her inspirations, favourite makers and goals for her design label. Pop that kettle on! Prior to studying at Northumbria University, did you always want to be a textile designer? I remember having my first careers interview at school aged 15 and being…

  • Hebden Bridge,  Style and Beauty

    Tote of the Week: Lady Periodic Table Tote Bag via Owlish Grey

    Gemma Hutchinson, the maker and creator of Owlish Grey is a self-confessed super geek and admirer of rocks, space and brains and thinks the periodic table is beautiful – I like her already. Inspired by science and nature, Owlish Grey creates awesome handmade accessories including this screen printed LaDy Periodic Table tote bag – isn’t she fine? Whilst Owlish Grey are on holiday, you can get free P&P by adding the code SUNNYHOLIDAY at the checkout – all orders will be posted after May 11th.…

  • Home Interiors,  Style and Beauty

    Best British Designer-Makers: Nancy Straughan

    Nancy Straughan is a textile designer specialising in eco-friendly homewares and accessories crafted from her own range of printed fabrics. Inspired by Scandinavian and 1950s textiles and influenced heavily by her creative northern upbringing, she now lives and works in London, with keen interests including illustration, printmaking, bookbinding, and photography. Look at her beautifully styled product shots… For more inspiration visit Nancy Straughan’s website or shop online at Etsy and Not on the High Street .  Enjoy! ♥ P.S Explore the blog for more UK…

  • Home Interiors,  Lifestyle

    Home: 5 Stay in Bed Duvet Covers

    Living in rental accommodation can mean there’s a limited amount of decorating you can do to make your home exactly how you’d like it. Luckily we have lovely landlords who allow us to hang pictures, paint, wallpaper etc but there is only so much you want to do, without spending too much money. Which is why I adore textiles. A cushion, a curtain, even a tea towel can change the feel and warmth of a room for the better but…