Inspiration Pages

Welcome to our inspiration pages, our conversation on style this season, with lifestyle features, real homes, styling tips and ideas brought to you from our co-owner Kate Reed.

Inspiration for Setting a Spring Table - Angela Reed

Inspiration for Setting a Spring Table

With the first signs of spring, comes the joy of colour, flowering blooms, sunshine (hopefully) and, my favourite, eating outdoors! Read on for my top choices for the most beautiful spring table.
March 27, 2024 — Kate Reed
Outdoor Furniture Ideas to Add a Touch of Style to Any Space - Angela Reed

Outdoor Furniture Ideas to Add a Touch of Style to Any Space

Outdoor spaces provide us with an opportunity to get creative with our style preferences and can become a great source of pride by becoming an extension of our home’s character....
March 18, 2024 — Kate Reed
At Home with... Emma J Page - Angela Reed

At Home with... Emma J Page

Emma J Page is a journalist, editor and commissioning editor. She has a prolific freelance career, writing for publications including Homes & Gardens, The Times Magazine, Living etc, House & Garden, The World of Interiors, Architectural Digest, The Telegraph Magazine and Evening Standard among others. Emma talks to us about her own home, influences and books.
February 27, 2024 — Kate Reed
Home decor tips to make waking up on dark mornings easier - Angela Reed

Home decor tips to make waking up on dark mornings easier

Are you finding it difficult to wake up on those dark, gloomy mornings? Don't worry, we've got you covered! With a few simple home decor tips, you can create an environment that makes waking up a little bit easier. From mirrors and lighting to bedding and alarm clocks, these ideas will help brighten your mornings and start your day off right.
January 02, 2024 — Kate Reed
Finding Your  Own Style - Angela Reed

Finding Your Own Style

There is no right or wrong way to find your style and there are certainly no rules when it comes to creating the perfect home for YOU, but, here are some top tips on how to make the process more enjoyable.
Marble Table

The Interior Design Trends for 2024

Never has there been such diversity in interior trends than in 2024. There is a freedom and breadth of choice to interior trends that makes almost anything go - almost!
Lighting Mistakes Making Your Home Feel Cold - Angela Reed

Lighting Mistakes Making Your Home Feel Cold

Are you tired of your home feeling cold and unwelcoming, no matter how high you turn up the thermostat? The culprit might be a simple lighting mistake that you're making. In this guide, we'll explore how the wrong lighting can affect the ambience of your home and offer practical solutions to create a warm and inviting atmosphere that's perfect for the autumnal season.
December 31, 2023 — Kate Reed
How to Decorate a Truly Stunning Christmas Tree - Angela Reed

How to Decorate a Truly Stunning Christmas Tree

Let Angela Reed's Product and Creative Manager, Hannah Diaz, take you through her top tips for the perfect Christmas Tree this year.
Paper installation with hare and Angela Reed shop

The Night Before Christmas Window

We have made the most magical pairing by bringing you our Christmas window in collaboration with Audley End Miniature Railway.
December 21, 2023 — Kate Reed
Embracing Autumn's Warmth: Decorating Your Home for the Season - Angela Reed

Embracing Autumn's Warmth: Decorating Your Home for the Season

Autumn brings a tapestry of colours and cosy comforts, encouraging the transformation of homes into havens of seasonal warmth. So, what do we need to consider when looking at how...
December 19, 2023 — Kate Reed
Deck the Halls with our Best Baubles - Angela Reed

Deck the Halls with our Best Baubles

Decorating the tree is one of Christmas’s most beloved traditions. Lucky for you, that our legendary Christmas Shop is home to the very best baubles
September 12, 2023 — Kate Reed
Autumn Outdoors: A Guide to Hosting Outdoors in Autumn - Angela Reed

Autumn Outdoors: A Guide to Hosting Outdoors in Autumn

As the leaves start to change colour and the air becomes crisp, it's time to embrace the beauty of autumn in your home. With a few simple touches, you can transform your living space into a cosy and inviting retreat that celebrates the season. Here are some beautiful ideas to inspire you:
September 12, 2023 — Kate Reed