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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MEET · July 22, 2016

Tom Raffield lighting designer

Tom Raffield (listed in our directory here) designs and makes an award-winning range of contemporary furniture and lighting, each piece hand-made by a skilled set of craftsmen, in their woodland workshop in Cornwall.

furniture and lighting designer maker tom raffield with his wife danielle. Click through to find out more about Tom's iconic designs all handmade in Cornwall using sustainable woods and eco friendly oil finishes and varnisheslove Tom Raffield's Grand Designs eco house in Cornwall as featured on Grand Designs. Click through to see Tom's award-winning lighting and furniture designs, all sustainably made in Cornwall using eco friendly oil finishes and water based varnish

Each piece is individually finished with the same care and attention given to a piece of fine piece of art. The company has a deep-felt belief in the value of sustainability and has been designing and manufacturing steam-bent, wooden lighting and furniture since 2008. Read more about their sustainability commitment here.

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Tom Raffield lighting

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Living and working in Cornwall, Tom is a bit of a design genius in our book and we believe his designs are set to become the collectible antiques of the future, so why not invest now and enjoy them for a lifetime?

Tom is listed in our directory so why not discover more now >>

A few of our favourites from the Tom Raffield lighting collection

Tom Raffield Lighting No 1 collection

Already iconic designs and sure to become classics of the future. Steam bent sustainable wood creates beautiful shapes and shadows.

love this no 1 lighting range by tom raffield, using steam bent sustainable timber to create award winning lighting by tom raffield design - all handmade in Cornwall and iconic designs set to become classics. Click through to see other beautiful designs by Tom Raffield we love and think you'll love toolove this no 1 pendant light in natural wood against a dark blue background by tom raffield, using steam bent sustainable timber to create award winning lighting by tom raffield design - all handmade in Cornwall and iconic designs set to become classics. Click through to see other beautiful designs by Tom Raffield we love and think you'll love toolove this noctis no 1 giant pendant light by Tom Raffield handmade in Cornwall using ebonised tulip wood and eco-friendly water based varnish. Click through to see more beautiful Tom Raffield designs and get all the info you need to connect with and shop from himlove these no 1 pendant ceiling lights in natural wood against a dark blue background by tom raffield, using steam bent sustainable timber to create award winning lighting by tom raffield design - all handmade in Cornwall and iconic designs set to become classics. Click through to see other beautiful designs by Tom Raffield we love and think you'll love too

1 Giant Flock Chandelier

love this giant flock chandelier lighting pendant by Tom Raffield hand made using sustainable wood - ash, oak and walnut - in Cornwall. Click through to see other beautiful iconic designs by Tom Raffield you'll love to discover as well as to get all the info you need to connect with and shop from Tom Raffieldlove this giant flock chandelier lighting pendant by Tom Raffield hand made using sustainable wood - ash, oak and walnut - in Cornwall. Click through to see other beautiful iconic designs by Tom Raffield you'll love to discover as well as to get all the info you need to connect with and shop from Tom Raffield

A true show stopper, the Flock chandelier is crafted from steam bent curlicues of ebonised tulip wood and twists of golden brass, creating the most wonderful shadows and interplay of light from the three warm-toned filament bulbs. Each intricate piece is in constant motion, creating a weightless rotation and a touch of magic.

2 Scots pendant lights

love this tom raffield scots pendant ceiling light handmade in Cornwall from sustainable wood - ask, oak or walnit with ecofriendly natural matt varnish

The Scots lighting range takes inspiration from the woodland floor, where pinecones line the path with their overlapping layers. Each shingle is either ash (to create a permeating glow), oak or walnut (to create down lighting and surface illumination)

3 Merryn Floor Standing planter

love this merryn floor standing sustainable wood planter hand made in Cornwall with eco-friendly natural oil blend finishlove this merryn floor standing sustainable wood planter hand made in Cornwall with eco-friendly natural oil blend finish

Part of Tom’s Green Range, he hand makes the Merryn planters from 16 blades of steamed oak.

Amble hanging seat

love this Amble hanging seat hand made in Cornwall using sustainable wood - ash - with eco-friendly natural oil blend finish

This graceful hanging seat seems to float in space and is a true statement piece. It’s made from three lengths of sustainably sourced ash, steam bent and scarf joined together by hand to create the appearance of a perfect circle from the side. Finished with eco-friendly natural oil blend with a matt finish.

Get a glimpse behind the scenes with this beautiful short film about Tom and the ethos behind his very special business

Discover more about Tom Raffield lighting & furniture in our directory >>

Find more inspirational lighting ideas in the Lighting section of the From Britain with Love directory 

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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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