Some Favourite Finds Hand Picked from China
I've just returned from a visit to China, catching up with our suppliers and lining up another collection of wonderful antique furniture to ship with our containers over the coming...
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The ancient traditions of the Miao
We’ve recently extended our collection of homewares and jewellery produced by the Miao people of southern China, with wonderful silverware and patterned cushion covers made from vintage Miao fabric now in stock. The Miao are one of the largest minority...
Perfect Combinations for 'Brave Ground', Dulux Colour of the Year
Leading colour and paint brand Dulux have recently announced ‘Brave Ground’ as their 'Colour of the Year 2021' - a colour that they describe as a natural, warm neutral shade that brings a sense of calm and stability to a space...
The fascinating history of Chinese ancestor paintings
The practice of honouring and worshiping ancestors has been an important part of Chinese culture for centuries. The Chinese believe that a relationship continues between the deceased and the living and that in properly honouring their memory in family rituals,...
Add energy and passion to your interior with bold, striking reds!
If you need to add a dramatic focal point to an interior a burst of red is the perfect choice! A bold accent piece of furniture in red will add personality and passion to your space. It's fun, instantly eye catching and...
Focus on Nature
One of the benefits of lockdown for some has been a renewed appreciation of nature and the natural world. In the first weeks when travel was banned, we were inspired to explore nature in our neighbourhoods. We refocused on our...
Creating the Perfect Home-Working Space
Once considered a luxury, these strange new times have made a home office a must-have for many of us. If you’re working from home, a quiet zone where you can work without interruption is essential. But how to create a...
Tips and ideas for making the most of your outdoor space
Our outdoor spaces have played a more important role than ever as refuges and retreats over these last few months. Many of us who are lucky enough to have gardens have been spending time getting on top of the weeds, planting seeds...
Classic Blue - Style your home with the Pantone Colour of the Year
Colour specialist Pantone recently unveiled it's colour of the year for 2020 as 'Classic Blue' - a shade that is thought to instill calm and confidence. According to Pantone, it also represents the darker skies as we move from day to night...
Coronovirus Update
** UPDATE 5th JANUARY 2021 ** Our showroom is now closed due to current lockdown restrictions. However we are available by phone, email or online chat to answer any questions you may have and are processing orders as normal. We...
