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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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
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LIFESTYLE · November 13, 2017

Christmas gift ideas for women

We wanted to share with you our absolute favourite UK-made Christmas gift ideas for women. All the businesses and makers are featured in our hand-picked directory  where you’ll find lots more inspiration.

The gifts we’ve picked out here are those we’d really love to give and/or receive ourselves. Our aim is simple: to help you source memorable and special ideas to tick off your Christmas shopping list. In the process, we will together be supporting UK makers and independents at this key selling time of year.

Many individual makers and small creative businesses depend on a good Christmas to be able to continue. If we value our craftspeople, makers and independents, we need to support them. If we don’t, we’ll lose them – along with their skills and creative talent.  So. we really hope you love our selection as much as we do. We also hope that you love at least one of our ideas enough to go on a make a purchase. We want to help you find those extra special gifts and to feel good in the process..

Christmas gift ideas for women

ell and cee silk robe

Silk bespoke robe, £125 by Ell & Cee

I defy any woman not to feel a little bit glamorous when wearing this. Crafted in pure, luxurious silk with elbow length sleeves and knee length design to create a flattering silhouette.  Create your own bespoke monogrammed pocket and select from a range of colours.

Ell & Cee is a collection of deliciously feminine pieces with a modern bohemian edge. The look is luxurious whilst remaining obtainable. All designs are manufactured here in the UK and many are finished in-house by the small Ell & Cee team. The whole range is created in a palette of soft creams and nudes making them all timeless staples.

Each robe comes in a beautiful branded box, which makes gift wrapping a piece of cake! 

 

love these lower case initial necklaces by Cabbage White. Click through to discover more about these and our other absolute favourite Christmas gift ideas made in the UK

Lower case initial necklaces, £40 each by Cabbage White England

Love the idea of mixing three different significant initials – and also love that they are lower case. I’d mix three just as in the image, with an initial for each of my children and my husband. I really like how the silver, gold and rose gold contrast with each other when worn together.

Cabbage White England was set up in 2010 by Kelly Smithson after moving into jewellery design from an art school background. We love the simple, contemporary feel of her designs.

Worth knowing too is that all purchases arrive beautifully presented in Cabbage White England gift boxes with coordinated ribboned tags. 

love this Orange Spice festive candle hand poured in England by Hobo candles. Click through to discover more about these and our other absolute favourite Christmas gift ideas made in the UK

Orange Spice candle, £16 by Hobo from Grace Gordon

Simple and classic in packing, eco-friendly and hand-poured in Lincolnshire, this is a festive essential in our book. With top notes of orange blended with a warm and spicy base of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove, it’s Christmas in a jar! So much more interesting than the ubiquitous big brand candles. Buy now >>

love these alpaca bed socks made in Britain and a great price. Click through to discover more about these and our other absolute favourite Christmas gift ideas made in the UK

Alpaca bed socks, £20 by Paul James, Leicestershire

These gorgeous British made 90% alpaca bed socks make the perfect luxurious gift and are a really great price. Knitted to a dense weave, these socks simply sink into your feet and are the perfect way to enjoy a cosy indulgent night in. Buy now >>

MOA magic organic apothecary facial gift set

Facial Gift set, £40 by Magic Organic Apothecary

Our favourite skincare essentials beautifully gift boxed. This facial gift set contains Daily Cleansing Ritual, a hot cloth cleansing kit to naturally balance the skin and Aphrodite Facial Oil, a beautiful blend of rosehip, Damask rose and rose geranium essential oils to protect and moisturise the face and for a truly radiant complexion.

All MOA products are natural and cruelty free with carefully selected organic and botanical ingredients to improve wellbeing and to practice a simple, yet effective daily skin care ritual. We love that MOA uses no harmful chemicals and that each product is considered mindfully and consciously with care for the environment. Buy now >>

brix and bailey silver tote

Leather tote handbag, silver with chocolate, £310 by 

Brix + Bailey 

I love this bag. The Brix + Bailey over sized leather tote is perfectly sized and incredibly versatile with a large interior, with comfortable top carry handles. If you have to cart everyday essentials around, why not carry them in a luxurious silver bag? Instantly feels less of a chore don’t you think?

The extra-long removable and adjustable cross body strap easily converts the bag from a tote to a shoulder bag.

Beautifully made in England and hand finished in structured smooth leather. Brix and Bailey logo is embossed on the back and if you would like an extra long handle so you can put onto your shoulder, you can. Buy now >>

daylesford christmas hamper

Christmas Larder Hamper, £250 from Daylesford

There are so many Christmas gift ideas for women in the Daylesford organic shop. What about the perfect Christmas hamper full of indulgent treats to enjoy yourself as well as to have up your sleeve for visitors that drop in. It all arrives beautifully presented in a hamper biscuits. Highlights include rosemary and sea salt nuts, organic fig, apple and balsamic chutney, chai spiced hot chocolate, organic mulling spices and a selection of wines. Who wouldn’t love to receive delicious and beautifully packaged selection? Buy now>>

british boxers pyjamas for women. made in England from luxurious brushed cotton flannel. Click through to discover our other absolute favourite christmas gift ideas

Brushed flannel cotton pyjamas, £79 by British Boxers

It’s the quality of the fabric that sets these beautiful pjs apart. The fibres in the cloth are brushed repeatedly to make them super soft – and the last word in comfy luxury. We love the fresh baby blue and white westwood stripes – and the fact that these top quality pjs are crafted with care from start to finish in Britain. British Boxers supply Harrods and also produce private collections for exclusive London stores on Jermyn Street. sue pryke mr and mrs mugs

Mr & Mrs mug, £35, by Sue Pryke

It’s the simplicity, beautiful complimentary colours and unglazed finish that I love so much about these mugs. Individually slipcast from vitrified earthenware and polished to give a smooth pebbly finish. The clay’s fired to a high temperature until it’s vitrified and no longer porous giving it a stone like quality. Just think about the amount of daily pleasure to be had from sipping tea from one of these beauties… Buy now >>

sue pryke mr and mrs teapot

Mr & Mrs teapot, £150 by Sue Pryke

I couldn’t mention the mugs without letting you also know about my favourite teapot. Also individually made from vitrified earthenware, it’s the simple, clean lines and touches of oak that set this apart.  The clay is fired to a high temperature until it’s no longer porous, giving it a stone like quality. The lid the same colour white as the body, with an oak handle.  The teapot handle is made from steam bent oak, all made in England. Buy now>>

You’ll find other beautiful Christmas gift ideas for women in Sue’s online shop.

good and proper tea company

Breakfast Tea collection, £32 Good and Proper Tea

Whilst we’re at it, I’d also like to point you in the direction of Good & Proper Tea if you have any tea drinkers to buy for. I discovered Good and Proper Tea at Wilderness festival and I can honestly say that they make the best tea ever. This gift set is perfect for anyone who likes a traditional cup of tea.

The perfect gift for a black tea lover, this collection box includes a selection of our most delicious breakfast teas, as well as a beautiful glass teapot with a removable infuser for easy brewing.

This box includes:

Assam (8 cups)
Ceylon (8 cups)
Yunnan (8 cups)
Kenya OP (8 cups)
G&P Glass Teapot
Breakfast Tea Collection guide

Buy now >>

brush lettering workshop

A creative workshop

When it comes to thinking up Christmas gift ideas for women, what about the gift of creative time? We have a wide range of wonderful creative workshops and courses in our directory. They are the best way to enjoy a day out of the usual routine – and to learn a new skill. Why not give the gift of creativity to someone you have to buy for? Choose from gardening, cookery, craft, design and all sorts of other courses in our directory. Or go together and have the best day ever… Browse creative courses now >>

quinton chadwick silver lurex stripe scarf1

The perfect fine wool and silver lurex scarf, £130 by Quinton Chadwick

There are so many reasons to love this beautiful scarf. It’s super light and super soft because of the super geelong lambswool. We love the glamorous touch of silver lurex too. What makes it extra special is that each scarf is individually made using traditional hand framing skills in Nottingham. There’s also a very beautiful copper and midnight blue colourway too. Buy now >>

white narcissi from the blue box flower company

100 stems of scented white narcissi, £32, from The Blue Box flower company

The first of this season’s crops of seasonal white and cream narcissi grown on the Isles of Scilly are now available. Heavenly scented and beautifully presented in a midnight blue box, who wouldn’t love to receive 100 stems of beautiful paper white narcissi? The flowers are hand tied with branded ribbon and wrapped in signature tissue. The boxes are sent directly from the Isles of Scilly and include complimentary courier delivery to most UK areas. Buy now >>

grow your own with pippa greenwood

Grow your own with Pippa Greenwood, from £29

Radio 4 Gardener’s Question Time panellist Pippa Greenwood has the perfect gift idea for anyone who’d like to grow their own vegetables – but could do with a little help and advice along the way. The idea is that you choose from Pippa’s own favourite tried and tested vegetable varieties, all grown specially for her in Lincolnshire.

Boxes of the garden-ready plants you’ve selected will be sent out at the perfect time to plant them. Alongside the plants, Pippa emails each week with help and information tailor-made to your specific selection. As she grows the entire range herself, she knows exactly what is really happening each week. Advice includes feeding, watering, staking, pinching out and of course pest and disease warnings.

Pippa will even also personally answer your gardening queries. Plants include tomatoes, peppers, beans, broccoli, melon, lettuce, sweetcorn and beetroot. There are three packages – you choose from either 4, 6 or 10 vegetable crop packs. When it comes to Christmas gift ideas for women, can you think of a better one for a budding gardener? Buy now >>

justine louise chunky cream wool beanie with fur pom pom

Hand-knitted 100% merino wool beanie, £25 by Justine Louise

This gorgeous on-trend chunky beanie is hand-knitted in pure, merino wool and is in the Justine Louis sale rigt now, so snap one up for just £25. The racoon faux fur pom pom is the perfect finishing touch and in case you weren’t already sold, all Justine Louise orders are wrapped in tissue paper and tied with a satin ribbon. 

Hope you enjoyed discovering these Christmas gift ideas for women. There are lots more ideas over on the blog. Check out this feature Handmade Christmas Gift Ideas for Women,  Ethical Gifts made in Britain And for some ethical gift wrap ideas, what about Christmas gift wrapping ideas, ethical and natural

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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
This heavenly knitted lamb is by Claire Garland ak This heavenly knitted lamb is by Claire Garland aka @dotpebbles_knits and just one of the creative spring projects you might enjoy immersing yourself in right now. To discover other inspirational ideas and to get all the info you need - including this free pattern by Claire - click the link in my bio. Hope you find something that brings you a little seasonal joy x
Thanks to Erin at @floretflower for sending me a s Thanks to Erin at @floretflower for sending me a surprise signed copy of her dreamy new book Discovering Dahlias - and another signed copy to share with one of you. 
To enjoy a peek inside - and for a chance to win - click the link in my bio. 
The truly beautiful photographs (including this one) are all by Erin’s husband Chris Benzakein #discoveringdahlias #floretflowerfarm #dahliasofinstagram #flowersgivemepower #giveawayuk
Thanks to @sarahravenperchhill for sharing a beaut Thanks to @sarahravenperchhill for sharing a beautifully simple way to arrange snowdrops and other early spring flowers over on the blog (link is in my bio). I’ve already made my own simple flower grid using foraged twigs and it works brilliantly! 
As well as sharing her simple step by steps, there’s also a video tutorial where Sarah shares more inspiring ideas for creating with early spring flowers. The beautiful photographs are by @jonathanbuckleyphotography - hope you enjoy! X
Last call to enter our Pippa Greenwood Grow Your O Last call to enter our Pippa Greenwood Grow Your Own gift bundle competition!
My favourite #gardenersquestiontime panellist @pippa.greenwood offers a range of totally brilliant Grow Your Own gift bundles - which include garden-ready veg plants sent out at the right time for planting, email growing advice, tips and recipes from Pippa herself as well as signed copies of The Gardener’s Year. It’s the perfect gift for anyone interested in growing their own fresh produce - and comes with the best expert advice!
We have two Pippa Greenwood GYO gift bundles to be won - the link to enter the competition, and to find out more is in my bio - Good luck!
Last call for anyone who’d like to enter our Cla Last call for anyone who’d like to enter our Claire Garland Christmas Mouse knitting pattern competition. The link to enter is the top one in my bio. Good luck!
If you’re finding the world a somewhat shouty an If you’re finding the world a somewhat shouty and overwhelming place right now, you might like to get behind Sarah Corbett @craftivists new project - she’s crowdfunding to create the final part of her Craftivism trilogy: the Craftivist Collective Handbook. It will be a beautiful hardback with 20 gentle protest Craftivist projects and tools to help readers become positive and effective change makers. Because slow and gentle can be more effective in the long run than fast and loud. I am 100% behind Sarah’s project and have no doubt that those of us in the crafty, creative community have plenty to contribute when it comes to making a better, fairer world. 
Stitching a powerful message can be  more effective than shouting it at someone who’s not listening to you. If you’d like to get involved or find out more, follow the top link in my bio.
Thanks to @botanical_tales for sharing beautiful d Thanks to @botanical_tales for sharing beautiful dried flower wreath ideas over on the blog - link in bio. I love this dried mini wreath as natural gift wrapping decoration (you can buy ready-made too) - all the links are in the post.
Thanks too to Kirsten @henthorn_farm_flowers for sharing her step by steps for creating a stunning giant foraged dried flower wreath as well as her beautiful simple wreath in silvery winter whites. 
I’m increasingly obsessed with the idea of growing my own flowers for drying and creating lovely things with them. Watch this space for more dried flower inspiration coming soon... X
One of the joyful things about this time of year f One of the joyful things about this time of year for me is making plans for next spring and summer in my flower cutting garden. After two years of growing cut flowers, I’m ready for some fresh ideas and to raise my game a little more. I would like to fill some gaps in shape and colour and to extend the flowering season in particular. I’d also like to start drying and preserving my flowers... so I am thrilled that Kirsten of @henthorn_farm_flowers has shared a beautiful glimpse into her seasonal and sustainable flowery world as well as lots of fantastic expert tips and ideas over on the blog - the link is in my bio. I hope you find some inspiration too. Kirsten lives in a very beautiful part of the world - the Ribble Valley in Lancashire. It’s an area very close to my heart as I grew up not far away. Loved spending a little virtual time there again, thanks to Kirsten - and I am yearning to go back in person one day soon and breathe it all in again.
To be honest, I’m still clinging on to the last To be honest, I’m still clinging on to the last moments of Summer. I do always eventually embrace Autumn but, this year in particular, I’m wanting to hold on for as long as possible to the quiet bliss of the last few months. 
I do really worry about what lies ahead for us all, but spending time outdoors, connecting, really up close, to what’s going on in the garden definitely helps. I still have roses, sweet peas, snapdragons, zinnias, asters and LOTS of dahlias blooming so there are always jars and jugs of flowers on every available surface. Rose geranium leaves have been a revelation for adding a fragrant green frilliness - and now I’m full of love for abelia. 
This beautiful photo is by @gandgorgeousflowers and captures the between-seasons beauty in the flower garden right now. I am inspired to create something similar as I have many of the same colours. 
I do realise that it’s silly (and utterly pointless 😂) to resist Autumn as it’s actually one of the most beautiful times of year. As soon as the leaves really turn, and everywhere starts to smell like Autumn, I’m sure I’ll be fully on board. 
With that in mind, I’ve shared lots of inspiring Autumn Flowers ideas over on the blog (link in my bio) from some of my favourite flower creatives including @gandgorgeousflowers @simplybyarrangement @therealflowerco @wildbunchflowers @floribundaroseflorists @thesussexflowerschool @electricdaisyflowerfarm 

Hope you enjoy - and find a little bit of creative inspiration too. X

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