As a self-confessed Cornwallophile (is there such a word? if there isn’t there should be!) and a mum-to-be, it’s probably no surprise that I’m a huge fan of innovative photographic gift company The Day That.
Every morning since midsummer’s day 2005, founder Gavan Goulder and his team of photographers have woken before daybreak to photograph the dawn of a new day over the dramatic Cornish coastline. The images are then printed, mounted and framed along with a personalised handwritten message, to celebrate a special day or memorable occasion, such as a wedding, anniversary or the birth of a child.
Sounds like hard work? Don’t take my word for it, watch their video and see how it’s done… every day, come rain, snow, or sunshine! To browse the photographs taken on your special day, take a look at www.thedaythat.co.uk.
We’re thrilled that Country Living magazine have featured us in their August issue, highlighting these charming embroidered egg cosies by Charlotte Macey. You can discover more of Charlotte’s handmade textiles and buy online at www.charlottemacey.co.uk.
Fancy getting away from it all at this retro-styled highland retreat on the Isle of Skye? Mungo’s Den have a last minute week available from 24th July, but you’ll have to be quick as it’s the only week left before November. Or why not book early for a cosy winter break?
Check out our Great Escapes feature to find out about all of the fabulous arts and crafts, delicious food, places to visit and local events on the Isle of Skye, or visit www.mungosden.co.uk to make a booking.
Hoorah! We now have video on our blog, so here for your viewing pleasure is some inspirational footage from London-based bespoke handsewn shoemakers CarreDucker. You can read more about their work and what inspires them in our Meet the Maker interview with co-founder Deborah Carre, or find out about their handsewn shoemaking courses in London and New York at www.carreducker.com.
A big thank you to House Beautiful magazine who have featured FromBritainWithLove.com in their August issue. We’re mentioned on the ‘Favourite Things’ page alongside a gorgeous Semaphore linen cushion by Cotswolds-based textile designer Sarah Hardaker who they spotted in our directory. You can see more of Sarah’s range of British made fabrics and wallpapers at www.sarahhardaker.co.uk.
This month’s competition must have one of the most fascinating prizes we’ve offered to date. Inspired by his coastal surroundings, Cornwall based jewellery designer Joseph Lamsin uses locally hand-picked cuttlefish shells to cast his beautiful jewellery designs in silver and gold, making each piece a truly unique work of art.
For a chance to win this sterling silver necklace worth over £200, click here to enter…
Hello! I'm Nicky Sherwood, Editor of FromBritainWithLove.com, and I'll be sharing all of my latest discoveries as I trawl the nation in search of the very best British made products for you, your home, your family and friends.
