Meet Laura Rosenzweig of Laura’s Loom I already knew I loved the ethos and designs of Laura Rosenzweig’s weaving business – Laura’s Loom. But when I read her answers to my interview questions, I…
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Book your place at blissful Virtual Yoga Brunch Club I first discovered Clem Balfour (below) and Yoga Brunch Club at Wilderness festival a few years ago. It was an utterly blissful way to start…
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Emma Bridgewater pottery we love It was quite a few years ago now (8 to be precise), that we spent an inspiring morning with Emma Bridgewater at her Staffordshire pottery factory. It was the…
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How to make a dried flower embroidery initial letter video tutorial with Olga Prinku. I absolutely love how Olga creates her dried flower embroideries on tulle, using embroidery hoops to create the frame. Here…
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Discover Corinne Taylor organic aromatherapy essentials This Brighton-based company is led by Corinne Taylor, a qualified aromatherapist and lover of all things natural and organic. Corinne and her small team create highly effective, all-natural…
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The Real Flower Company scented roses and sweet peas – virtual flower stall Breathe in and you can almost smell the fragrance of these beautiful seasonal flowers from The Real Flower Company. We might…
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Cabbages & Roses spring fashion & home Hope you enjoy a browse around this virtual market stall by Cabbages & Roses. There are pretty spring and summer essentials that are in the sale right…
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Jules Hogan knitwear – virtual craft fair stall I’ve been thinking of creative new ways to support our From Britain with Love community through the challenges we are all facing right now. So many…
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Beatrix Potter mouse knitting pattern I know just how much love there is for Claire Garland’s (aka Dot Pebbles Knits) patterns in the FBWL knitting community, so I thought you might enjoy making this…
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How to grow sweet peas with Rosebie of The Real Flower company Like to grow perfect sweet peas this summer? I have expert tips on how to do just that from queen of the…
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Discover La Juniper ethical gifts and home La Juniper was started with the aim of celebrating homes and gift giving, but with the focus on conscientious consumerism. The collection includes well-being ranges, kitchenware, stationery,…
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Discover Curious Rose lavender wheat bags, hot water bottles, eye masks handmade in England using recycled cashmere and pure British wool For handmade loveliness to help you sleep, ease your pain or just give…
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Sustainable Mother’s Day flowers Mother’s Day is always bitter sweet for me these days. Sweet because I love celebrating and spending time with my own children. But the day is always tinged with sadness…
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Virtual Market: Philippa Stanton @5ftinf book, silk scarves & artwork Hope you enjoy browsing this curated selection of work by artist Philippa Stanton, aka @5ftinf. A truly inspiring woman with a massive worldwide following.…
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Save 25% on Cat Turner summer dresses The Cat Turner collection is all about summer dresses. Beautifully – and ethically – made dresses that are chic, flattering and versatile. We might all be staying…
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Discover Hannah Wisdom textile art from Plymouth If, like me, you love anything to do with the sea, upcyled fabrics and old maps you need to know about Hannah Wisdom. Based in Plymouth, Hannah…
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How to knit a koala – free pattern and step by step tutorial. I fell in love instantly when I first came across Claire Garland’s Dot Pebbles knitting patterns. She has created a menagerie…
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Fair Isle knitting patterns – best 5 free downloads and my favourites to buy I have a bit of a thing for fair isle knitting patterns in general and fair isle cardigans in particular.…
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Floret Farm’s A Year in Flowers book review First off, I do realise that Erin Benzakein is not a UK grower. She and her team run Floret Flower Farm across the Atlantic in beautiful…
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I love how fibre artist Emma Herian gives such personality and life to her needle felt creations. Based in Brighton, Emma is a teacher as well as a maker and has recently published a…
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Flower photography tips and ideas by Eva Nemeth So, one of my resolutions for next year is to learn how to improve my flower photography – actually my photography in general. I’ve been mulling…
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If, like me, you’re looking for sustainable and special handmade Christmas gift ideas for women, I have some great ideas for you. I’ve spent a very happy few hours looking through the ethical British…
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How to Make Beeswax Candles – easy DIY tutorial I love to browse the ethical and handmade loveliness for sale in wonderful online shop Foundland. Having earned their crusts in high end retail (founders…
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Needle Felting Robin tutorial – How to make a needle felted robin Christmas decoration Is there anything nicer or more festive than a cheeky robin red breast? I have one (called Reg) that eye…