I didn’t expect to fall in love with a little kn I didn’t expect to fall in love with a little knitted kitten wearing a frog suit today, but sometimes life just goes like that… In case you’re looking for a cute knitting project now that there’s a definite chill in the air, what’s holding you back from making this latest heart-warming offering by Claire Garland? @dotpebbles_knits The link to my blog post is in the bio - it has all the info you need to get the pattern today! Hope you enjoy X
Photo: Claire Garland
If, like me, you’re drying flowers right now and If, like me, you’re drying flowers right now and looking for creative ideas, you might like to try your hand at embroidering with them on tulle… it’s a beautiful craft technique I learned from the very lovely @olgaprinku 
Click the link in my bio to get the super simple beginner’s tutorial Olga shared with us - along with lots of inspiring images of her work and all the links you need to connect with her and find out more. Enjoy! X
Photo: Olga Prinku
If, like me, you’re never happier than when you’re messing about in overalls or workwear, I’m thinking you might also enjoy an apron dress. I’ve shared how I made this one using roll end fabric and a great pattern by @dolly_clothing 
It wasn’t all plain sailing… 🤣 there were ruched seams to unpick, a rushed mistake or two, but I came to realise that sewing is not a dark art I’ll never be able to get to grips with. If I can make something wearable like this ANYONE can! I’ve shared a few of my favourite pattern ideas too 💕🧵
The link is in my bio
How lovable is this Eeyore knitting pattern by Cla How lovable is this Eeyore knitting pattern by Claire Garland @dotpebbles_knits? We have 10 to be won and entering couldn’t be easier so why don’t you give it a go? (link in my bio).
Eeyore is my favourite from Claire’s Winnie the Pooh collection because he’s ever so slightly saggy around the edges and in need of love… If you’re looking for your next knitting or craft project he is easy to make and sure to be loved by whoever you decide to make him for. Good luck and happy knitting! X
My happy place. Flowers, bees, butterflies and a s My happy place. Flowers, bees, butterflies and a shed for all seasons… My absolute favourite dahlias came from a packet of seeds sent by Erin of @floretflower along with a review copy of her beautiful book. I didn’t know what I had when I sowed and later planted them. I’ve been hooked on dahlias ever since. My favourite is tall and coral and it flowers and flowers like there’s no tomorrow.
Thanks to Iryna of @forest_toys_ for sharing her l Thanks to Iryna of @forest_toys_ for sharing her lovable and very cuddly Vintage Rabbit knitting pattern for free with my readers. Click the link in my bio to get your free pattern and to discover more of Iryna’s heart-melting creations on @etsyuk
If you’re drying flowers and wondering what to d If you’re drying flowers and wondering what to do with them, I have the perfect creative project idea for you! The very lovely bex @botanical_tales shared her step by step tutorial to make this super simple, ethereally beautiful, dried wild flower wall hanging and it feels seasonally perfect for right now... 
I’ve shared all the info you need over on my blog to get this tutorial and to discover more about Bex and her work - link in my bio.
Photos: @laurajayneedwards
If you’re feeling a little depleted and in need If you’re feeling a little depleted and in need of inspiration, Jane Lindsey has created something truly special at @snapdragon.life offering a supportive creative membership community, a collection of stunningly beautiful online courses and an online shop selling hand-dyed threads and creative provisions. I’ve written a blog post sharing a few of my favourites (link in my bio). Hope you enjoy! X
Photo: @snapdragon.life
So happy to have discovered @wilderandwren pressed So happy to have discovered @wilderandwren pressed flower art and workshops. Can’t think of a better way to capture - and extend - the beauty of this time of year. Photo: @wilderandwren
It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to grow and blissfully fragrant in the summer months. 
They were my mum’s favourite flower, so growing them now feels like a precious connection. Especially when I pick some and arrange them in her beautiful old blue and gold jug just as she used to do with the sweet peas my dad grew for her every year.
There are some really handy tips for growing success from founder of The Real Flower Company Rosebie Morton over on the blog (link in bio). Rosebie has a whole farm dedicated to sweet peas near Chichester so she knows a thing or two about the subject!
Main thing I’ve picked up from her is to allow lots of depth for root growth at this stage and to make my own supportive wigwams from twiggy branches when the plants are really starting to go for it and need a bit of direction. This photo is making me yearn slightly.
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LIFESTYLE · September 11, 2020

Autumn decor ideas we love

Autumn decor ideas to make or buy from UK makers, growers and one or two of my favourite shops. Hope you find something to give you a little seasonal joy…X

My pick of Autumn decor ideas from Etsy

Handmade crochet pumpkins by RachAndNic

autumn decor ideas crochet pumpkins handmade

Love these handmade crochet pumpkins which come in a range of beautiful seasonal colours and are finished with a piece of Somerset willow. They arrive beautifully wrapped in tissue paper and tied with twine. You can add a typed gift card too which makes it a lovely, individual gift. Sent out in a biodegradable postal bag. Love!

Crochet pumpkins,  from £5.95 BUY ON ETSY NOW >>

Autumn leaf garland fairy lights by TheCraftyCobUK

autumn decor idea handmade leaf garland fairy lights from etsy

How gorgeous are these handmade fabric autumn leaf garlands made by TheCraftyCobUK? Find other beautiful handmade garlands in their shop too. This Autumn decor idea is 2 metres long with 10 leaves on each and includes simple fairy lights. There’s an option to ditch the twinkle if you prefer and buy the garland hung on jute string instead, for a more natural feel.

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If you’re minded to make your own garland, you can buy silk fabric Autumn leaves here. That way you can get creative with your own Autumn decor ideas.

Chai Latte or Pumpkin Pie vegan scented candles by VeganbunnyCo

pumpkin pie soya vegan autumn candle #autumn #candle #vegan #frombritainwithlove

I love Vegan Bunny candles – all handmade, natural, plastic free and vegan. The chai latte candle has a sweet and spiced fragrance created by blending essential oils of cinnamon, benzoin, clove, nutmeg and pepper. Perfect for spicing up the atmosphere as the evenings start to draw in…

Sweater weather autumn candle

autumn candle vegan amber orange sandalwood hand poured ethical vegan soya #candle #autumn #handpoured #autumn

Alternatively, I do also love this Sweater Weather candle by YRcandles. Perfect for Autumn, it creates a warm and cosy atmosphere with essential oils of orange, sandalwood, cedarwood and patchouli mixed with sweet amber. Hand poured in Somerset using natural soy wax, these candles are vegan and pthalate free.

Spiced pumpkin candle

spiced pumpkin autumn candle cinnamon clove #autumn #candle #pumpkin #frombritainwithlove

Last candle offering: Spiced Pumpkin candle by ShimmerCreekCandles hand-poured with cinnamon, nutmeg and clove in a pretty amber jar. It’s paraben-free, with natural cotton wick and made with 100% soy wax

Handmade wooden pumpkin autumn decoration 

autumn decoration wooden pumpkin handmade etsy #autumn #decoration #handmade

How cute is this handmade wooden sign by LittleAtticR? Each one is handmade with solid wood, carved and painted by hand. A lovely rustic seasonal gift idea made with love.

Dried autumn wreath by StyleSparkle

autumn wreath with dried sunflowers, pumpkin, acorns, conkers, pine cones, dried leaves and artificial berries #autumn #wreath #driedflowers #acorns #frombritainwithlove

Handmade using dried sunflowers, fabric maple leaves, green dried oak leaves, dried pumpkins, acorns, acorn cups, artificial berries, conkers, pine cones and more, this Autumn wreath really captures the colours and feeling of the season.

Upcycled book stack Autumn decor idea by MyLittleChaletShop

autumn decor idea stack of books

This is a really novel idea and great way to recycle old books and give them a whole new lease of life. Unwanted old paperbacks are printed in black typewriter style lettering, then wrapped in seasonal twine and decorated with pine cones and fabric leaves. You can also opt for your own message or choose from other seasonal options like this cute pumpkin spice season stack:

autumn decor idea stack of books

Hey There Pumpkin door mat

autumn decor idea pumpkin doormat #autumn #decor #pumpkin #frombritainwithlove

Hand-painted in long lasting durable paint, this Autumn decor doormat strikes the perfect welcome note for Autumn. Whether we find ourselves in full, partial or post lockdown right now, it feels important to remember the joy of welcoming loved ones to our homes. And to look forward to being able to do it again.

Oak and Acorn Autumn garland

autumn garland oak leaves and acorn paper handmade from etsy #autumn #garland #handmade #frombritainwithlove

Final pick from Etsy is this Oak and Acorn Autumn garland by Roseplustheboys. Handmade paper decorations in a beautiful range of rich Autumnal colours and perfect for stringing across the mantelpiece, wrapping around a banister or to hang on the wall.

Other Autumn decor ideas

Autumn Wreath by The Real Flower Company

autumn dried flower wreath the real flower company #autumn #wreath #dried #flowers #harvest #frombritainwithlove

What’s so special about this stunning Autumn Harvest wreath by The Real Flower company, is that all the stems used are grown and dried on their own Hampshire farm. I love the abundant, seasonal feel and autumnal colours. I’d refresh it with new seasonal dried gatherings each year.

Leckford Trees Autumn cotton-linen roman blind from John Lewis

john lewis leckford trees roman blind autumn

This Leckford Trees Autumn print in cotton/linen fabric is so pretty. It’s available as made to measure curtains, roman blind or furnishing fabric from John Lewis & Partners. I like that the made to measure options are produced in partnership with Herbert Parkinson of Lancashire – and have been since 1953.

Pear, quince and apricot combine in this botanical Autumn candle by The White Company. Inspiration comes from memories of dappled sunlit afternoons spent picking fruits in the orchard.

autumn candle the white company

For halloween plates and serving dishes that you’ll love to use year after year, check out Emma Bridgewater.

Love these Trick or Treat and Tumbling Pumpkins designs from the latest Halloween collection.

emma bridgewater trick or treat halloween autumn plate pottery decor #autumn #halloween #emmabridgewater #frombritainwithlove

BUY THE TRICK OR TREAT PLATE HERE >>

emma bridgewater trick or treat halloween autumn plate pottery decor #autumn #halloween #emmabridgewater #frombritainwithlove

BUY TUMBLING PUMPKINS TABLEWARE HERE >>

emma bridgewater trick or treat halloween autumn plate pottery decor #autumn #halloween #emmabridgewater #frombritainwithlove

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pumpkin pie plate emma bridgewater pottery autumn decor halloween

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Find plenty more inspiration over in our Directory  of 100s of the best hand-picked UK makers, growers and creatives.

I’ve picked out this beautiful Meadow Print plate from very special online shop These Two Hands.

autumn decor outdoor table ceramic seedhead plate ceramics and smoky glassmeadow print ceramic plate these two hands

Swedish House at Home is also listed in the directory and sells a beautifully curated selection of goods made with care in the UK and Sweden. My pick for cosying up your Autumn decor are these oak candle holders by OVO things.

love this ovo things candle holder in oak from swedish house at home perfect autumn decor idea for adding texture and cosiness to your home #autumn #decor #ovothings

I also love this deep olive green kitchen idea from Annie Sloan paints

autumn decor kitchen olive green rustic annie sloan chalk pain #autumn #decor #rustic #anniesloan #frombritainwithlove

How beautiful is this Harvest Hare fabric by St Jude’s?

harvest hare st judes fabric

You can buy a handmade lampshade in this fabric, as well as other St Judes fabric by Revill Revill who are listed in our directory here

And finally, how beautiful is the styling in the A Stroll to Autumn section of The Linen Garden online shop?

autumn decor vintage ceramic pot jars the linen garden

Olga Prinku is always a great source of inspiration – she’s the queen of dried flower embroidery. This beautiful design is perfect for Autumn. Find out more about Olga and her beautiful work here:

olga prinku dried flowers on tulle

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I didn’t expect to fall in love with a little kn I didn’t expect to fall in love with a little knitted kitten wearing a frog suit today, but sometimes life just goes like that… In case you’re looking for a cute knitting project now that there’s a definite chill in the air, what’s holding you back from making this latest heart-warming offering by Claire Garland? @dotpebbles_knits The link to my blog post is in the bio - it has all the info you need to get the pattern today! Hope you enjoy X
Photo: Claire Garland
If, like me, you’re drying flowers right now and If, like me, you’re drying flowers right now and looking for creative ideas, you might like to try your hand at embroidering with them on tulle… it’s a beautiful craft technique I learned from the very lovely @olgaprinku 
Click the link in my bio to get the super simple beginner’s tutorial Olga shared with us - along with lots of inspiring images of her work and all the links you need to connect with her and find out more. Enjoy! X
Photo: Olga Prinku
If, like me, you’re never happier than when you’re messing about in overalls or workwear, I’m thinking you might also enjoy an apron dress. I’ve shared how I made this one using roll end fabric and a great pattern by @dolly_clothing 
It wasn’t all plain sailing… 🤣 there were ruched seams to unpick, a rushed mistake or two, but I came to realise that sewing is not a dark art I’ll never be able to get to grips with. If I can make something wearable like this ANYONE can! I’ve shared a few of my favourite pattern ideas too 💕🧵
The link is in my bio
How lovable is this Eeyore knitting pattern by Cla How lovable is this Eeyore knitting pattern by Claire Garland @dotpebbles_knits? We have 10 to be won and entering couldn’t be easier so why don’t you give it a go? (link in my bio).
Eeyore is my favourite from Claire’s Winnie the Pooh collection because he’s ever so slightly saggy around the edges and in need of love… If you’re looking for your next knitting or craft project he is easy to make and sure to be loved by whoever you decide to make him for. Good luck and happy knitting! X
My happy place. Flowers, bees, butterflies and a s My happy place. Flowers, bees, butterflies and a shed for all seasons… My absolute favourite dahlias came from a packet of seeds sent by Erin of @floretflower along with a review copy of her beautiful book. I didn’t know what I had when I sowed and later planted them. I’ve been hooked on dahlias ever since. My favourite is tall and coral and it flowers and flowers like there’s no tomorrow.
Thanks to Iryna of @forest_toys_ for sharing her l Thanks to Iryna of @forest_toys_ for sharing her lovable and very cuddly Vintage Rabbit knitting pattern for free with my readers. Click the link in my bio to get your free pattern and to discover more of Iryna’s heart-melting creations on @etsyuk
If you’re drying flowers and wondering what to d If you’re drying flowers and wondering what to do with them, I have the perfect creative project idea for you! The very lovely bex @botanical_tales shared her step by step tutorial to make this super simple, ethereally beautiful, dried wild flower wall hanging and it feels seasonally perfect for right now... 
I’ve shared all the info you need over on my blog to get this tutorial and to discover more about Bex and her work - link in my bio.
Photos: @laurajayneedwards
If you’re feeling a little depleted and in need If you’re feeling a little depleted and in need of inspiration, Jane Lindsey has created something truly special at @snapdragon.life offering a supportive creative membership community, a collection of stunningly beautiful online courses and an online shop selling hand-dyed threads and creative provisions. I’ve written a blog post sharing a few of my favourites (link in my bio). Hope you enjoy! X
Photo: @snapdragon.life
So happy to have discovered @wilderandwren pressed So happy to have discovered @wilderandwren pressed flower art and workshops. Can’t think of a better way to capture - and extend - the beauty of this time of year. Photo: @wilderandwren
It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to It’s not too late to sow sweet peas - so easy to grow and blissfully fragrant in the summer months. 
They were my mum’s favourite flower, so growing them now feels like a precious connection. Especially when I pick some and arrange them in her beautiful old blue and gold jug just as she used to do with the sweet peas my dad grew for her every year.
There are some really handy tips for growing success from founder of The Real Flower Company Rosebie Morton over on the blog (link in bio). Rosebie has a whole farm dedicated to sweet peas near Chichester so she knows a thing or two about the subject!
Main thing I’ve picked up from her is to allow lots of depth for root growth at this stage and to make my own supportive wigwams from twiggy branches when the plants are really starting to go for it and need a bit of direction. This photo is making me yearn slightly.
I love this image of my friend Jo - we were trying I love this image of my friend Jo - we were trying out tiny living for a feature I was writing - this was taken on our way to indulge in a spot of forest bathing. To be totally honest, we were both a little sceptical beforehand. But we were only saying the other day how taken aback we both were by the amazing effect it had. I’m working on some new ideas around the subject - will keep you posted. X
I’m currently working on a redesign of the whole I’m currently working on a redesign of the whole site - which has meant lots of photo editing and reorganising so much content. What’s been lovely (despite the claw hand from so much keyboard work!) is revisiting work and becoming engrossed all over again. I thought I’d share a few of the things I’ve been (re) loving - with links in the bio to the old site for now, but not for long…! X
This  image is from a feature about preserving garden roses. I’m going to give this a really good go this year, now I have a better idea what I’m doing. I know there’s nothing quite like a fragrant fresh rose in Summer but there’s a fragile beauty to dried and preserved flowers that I also love, don’t you?
Snowdrops 🌱🤍 . . . . . . #capturequiet #ins Snowdrops 🌱🤍 
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#capturequiet #instabritain #natureandnourish #thewildernesstonic #cornersofmyworld
Signed copies of Bex Partridge’s new book Flower Signed copies of Bex Partridge’s new book Flowers Forever to be won! My bio has the link to enter as well as to get a peek inside. Beautifully photographed by Laura Edwards, I really enjoyed escaping into the pages and making plans for my own garden - hope you do too! X
To the Moon and Back Hares KNITTING PATTERN by Cla To the Moon and Back Hares KNITTING PATTERN by Claire Garland aka @dotpebbles_knits has to be the perfect post Christmas craft project 😊 
If you fancy getting your needles out to make this adorable pair, the link to buy Claire’s pattern is in my bio. Happy knitting! X
Thank you so much to Sarah @floribundaroseflorists Thank you so much to Sarah @floribundaroseflorists for a wonderful wreath making workshop yesterday. Such a special and creative space to spend time. I loved making my wreath - I went for a mixture of greenery arranged quite randomly with red waxed fresh apples, dried hydrangea, dried flowers, poppy and nigella seed heads and a winter white velvet bow. 
There were so many wonderful ingredients to choose from we were really spoiled for choice. 
Sarah’s new studio is such a beautiful, creative space. Think fragrant botanical candles flickering everywhere, mulled wine and apple juice simmering on the stove and containers full of fragrant festive greenery, waxed fruit, dried flowers and oranges, pine cones, lichen covered branches and even tiny gold wax-dipped fresh crab apples. 
Thank you for being so patient with my lengthy ribbon choice deliberations Sarah - and for bagging up a second choice option (dusky pink) to take home! X.  #wreathmaking #wreath #wreathsofinstagram #sustainablewreaths #wreathdecor #christmaswreath #velvetribbon #christmasdecor #festiveflowers
I’ve loved Olga Prinku’s work for ages now - s I’ve loved Olga Prinku’s work for ages now - she came up with the genius idea of embroidering on tulle using nature as her thread - and the results are sublime - like this Autumn colours beauty from her latest book.
I’m delighted that Olga is offering a fantastic prize bundle to my readers. For a chance to win one of her beautiful new dried flower embroidery kits (in collaboration with @driedandfloral ) as well as a signed copy of her wonderful new book(published by @quadrillebooks , pop over to my blog (link in my bio). It’s easy to enter so why don’t you give yourself a chance of winning this very lovely prize? Good luck! 
#driedflowers #driedflowerembroidery #olgaprinku #embroideryhoop #flowerembroidery #competitiontime #signedbooks #embroideryart #flowersontulle #autumn #autumncolours #hoopart #allthingsbotanical #instacraft
This beautiful image is by Laura Pashby @circleofp This beautiful image is by Laura Pashby @circleofpines and is from her beautiful new book Little Stories of Your Life. 
It’s packed with inspiration and practical ideas to help you become a visual story teller. Because, as Laura says, it’s the little moments that make up the fabric of all of our lives - and those moments are worth capturing and sharing with others.
We have three signed copies of the book to give away - just click the link in my bio to find out more. There’s a peek inside and a lovely film by @xantheb to enjoy too! X 
#littlemoments #littlestoriesbook #alifeofwords #lostinwords #competition #booksarelife #mindfulphotography #bookstagram #booksmakemehappy #booksconnectus #igreads #whatareyoureading #signedbooks
Thanks to Lisa from @inthemaking_aprons who has sh Thanks to Lisa from @inthemaking_aprons who has shared her wonderfully creative ideas for visibly mending well-loved clothing in need of repair and a little TLC.
She had me at ‘sometimes I like to use giant sequins…’ 
Hope you like Lisa’s ideas as much as I do. The link to head over to my blog and get all her step by steps is in my bio x
Thank you @therealflowerco for these heavenly swee Thank you @therealflowerco for these heavenly sweet peas - the perfect way to celebrate #britishflowersweek 
I just wish I could share the blissful fragrance with you too 💕🌸
#locallygrownflowers #flowersofinstagram #supportlocal #britishflowersweek2021 #britishseasonalflowers #flowersfromthefarm #sweetpeas

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