Trove Homewares Launch

I just wanted to quickly pop by to point you in the direction of a post I've written for The Social Butterfly.  

I attended a lovely homewares launch event at Trove and did a little write up which you can read here.  

Obsessed with my carafe, mini milk bottle and yummy sweet chilli dipping sauce. 

Enjoy your weekend!

CB x

Photo by me

Take Note

I am obsessed with notebooks.  If an opportunity presents itself for me to purchase a new notebook, I will take it. 

Below, I've gathered a few that have caught my eye recently. I have a feeling I may not be alone with this particular infatuation...

The above Ladybird Jotter from Georgia Wilkinson Design is perfect to brighten up any shopping list. Do go and see her fancy new website.

The Suck Tab Notebook makes staying organised a doddle. Plus, I have a soft spot for kraft paper. I'd use it to get my home organisation into gear (or at least try to). Pick this one up at John Lewis.

The products from Rifle Paper Co are guaranteed to make you swoon. The above would make a good gardening journal (mother's day present?) I found it on the Fred Aldous website.

Kraft paper and geometric design. Yes, please! Head on over to Paperchase. I'd take this one to work with me so that I can add a bit of personality to my office desk.

Thanks for popping by.

CB x

Do You Yoga?

I am half way through the 30 Day Yoga Challenge from DoYouYoga.com and I am really enjoying it.  I've wanted to do yoga for quite some time.  And after a failed attempt at a class with a friend some time ago (think lots of elderly women and my friend and I giggling in a corner - yes, very immature) I still hadn't got into it.  I live on the outskirts of Manchester but work in the centre.  There are several classes in the centre but unfortunately none of which fit around my working hours.  

Then like a ray of light beaming from the sky (slight over exaggeration) the 30 Day Yoga Challenge shone into my life and a friend and I commenced around 2 weeks ago.

Source

The videos are, at most, 20 minutes long and they easily fit around daily life.  I've found them to be helping my mind and my body.  Some of the videos are harder than others but all have been beneficial.  My stomach feels a little flatter and my head feels a little clearer.  

Anyway, I thought I'd give it a shout out.  Not sure what I'll do once the 30 days are up.  Maybe start again?

CB x

Want / Need 2

Want/

I have never bought a dining table or chairs.  We were very kindly gifted the set that we use by my husband's aunty.  However, it's looking a bit tired.  I saw these chairs featured on Elements of Style, when Erin did a post on Windsor Chairs.  I can definitely see these in my kitchen.  A classic style but with added cool-factor thanks to the black finish.  Unfortunately we won't be replacing anything just yet *sad face*.

Need/

My front room is lacking in spots to plonk my brew.  This Conran nest of tables on John Lewis would be a great addition.  A nest gives you versatility and I think this set in the metal finish is a welcome on-trend option.  Considering my living room is teeny tiny, the minimal lines created by this set would fit in well, as any bulky tables would take up too much space visually.  Shame about the £300 price tag.

CB x

Sunday Sharing 4

One blog that guarantees to make me smile is Decor8 by Holly Becker.  Especially at the minute as she has just had a little baby boy.  Too cute!!  

If my memory serves me correctly, this was one of the first blogs I started to follow.  I remember thinking 'WOW. Me and this blog are going to get along just fine' when I clicked onto it's page.  It is a blog that I have stuck with for several years and I still tend to jump to it more frequently for a catch up than some other blogs I follow.  

Holly has impeccable taste and yet the blog is not just about interiors.  She branches out into food, fashion and personal posts.  Plus, you can tell that she writes from the heart and is being truly honest.  It's a bit like having a chat with a good friend over a brew.  

I own her first book Decorate and love browsing it for inspiration.  She's even had a second and now a third on the way.  (Already added to my wish list) 

One of her more recent posts that actually made my interiors-loving heart melt was that about her baby boy's nursery.  LOOK at that room!  B.e.a.utiful. 

I think the wooden boxes with faces are my favourite - adorable

Happy Sunday!

CB x

Photo - Thorsten Becker

Interiors Update 3

This year is the year of the Master Bedroom.  (Ok, so it's actually the year of the Horse but I'm talking personal interiors here.)

My husband and I have lived for almost 4 years in our lovely Victorian terrace.  In all that time we have not touched our master bedroom.  This particular sticking point has nearly driven me to insanity.  Thus, we have vowed to sort this out once and for all!

The main problem preventing us from attempting to decorate our bedroom has been a leaky roof, leading to a damp corner to the left of the window.  We've had several 'roofers' look at it and we think this last one has finally hopefully solved our issue.  A couple of days of torrential rain will soon let us know the truth.  (Thanks, great British weather!)

Of course this means I've had far too much time to be thinking about the decor.  It has literally prevented me from sleeping.  Not helping when I'm already quite a poor sleeper.  (I've had some friends tell me to buy lavender oil.  Anyone know if this is any good? Personally, I think I need a remote control for my brain.)  

I shall be sharing ideas / inspiration and hopefully the final product.  This may be quite some time down the line as we're having to take the plaster back to the brick to make sure the damp has definitely disappeared.  I just wanted to set the ball rolling so that we can't back out!

My future bed from made.com

I spotted the above bed on Made.com and I really want it.  Bad.  We currently have a wooden double bed frame but I have since decided I want a cushioned bed head with plenty of storage, trying to keep away from a divan.  The perfect answer...a kingsize ottoman storage bed!  We may have to save a few pennies to get this piece but I think it will be worth it.  

Some other slightly cheaper options I've come across: 1 / 2 / 3

I cannot wait to get cracking with this project!

CB x

White Memoirs

Gosh, it's got a little busy around here.  This has a lot to do with the work I've been doing with Rachael at The Social Butterfly.  It's all hands on deck as we get ready for the two White Memoirs Vintage Wedding Fayres.  

The first is at Rosylee Tearooms in the Northern Quarter of Manchester on Sunday 16th February 11am - 4pm.  

We have on offer the most perfect selection of bespoke exhibitors - get a taste for what's in store with the wedding campaign photoshoot  'Memoirs of a Ballerina' over on Brides Up North.  

Cheshire brides need not worry either because White Memoirs is coming to Festival Hall in Alderley Edge on Sunday 23rd February 11am - 4pm. 

If you're looking for more information then do take the time to look at the Facebook and event pages.  Twitter fans should follow the very lovely @Rachael_AdamsUK to keep up to date with the very latest.  Plus, keep your eyes peeled for more fantastic White Memoirs features on Brides Up North.

See you there!

CB x