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We are very pleased to announce a new collaboration with the TV Chef and author Ching-He Huang MBE, known as 'Ching'. A customer of Shimu herself, Ching has worked with us over recent weeks to select some of her favourite pieces...

Chinese New Year falls this year on Friday the 12th February, with celebrations taking place where possible across China and the rest of the world as we move from the Year of the Pig into the Year of the Ox....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...