Linen-Life

Who doesn’t love a well-folded napkin? It’s such a great way to add a special touch to any table.  As interior writer @fernandezjo says: Paper napkins are so passé. Cloth...

Two of the most ubiquitous pieces of kitchen linen around are the tea towel and the tablecloth.  And yet, we never question their origins. We act as if they’ve always...

Now that the warm weather is finally upon us, there is nothing better than dining outdoors. In fact, it almost feels natural to sit there under the trees, enjoying the...

Now that summer’s pretty much here it’s time to lighten up your surroundings.  And that means getting rid of those darker colored linen curtains, tablecloths and napkins. Instead, embrace the...

Next month is, of course, Independence Day. And there is absolutely no harm at all in getting organised right now with your star-spangled décor for this special Sunday. Celebrating such...

Interior designers, fashion fans, upholstery makers – they all love linen. And they’re not the only ones. It’s easy to care for, gorgeous to wear and it’s fantastic for keeping...

What is mindful shopping? Mindful shopping may sound very philosophical but it’s simple. It means thinking about what you buy. We all do it. We buy too much. We have...

You love your gorgeous quality linen tablecloth right now. And your family. But you may not feel quite as attached to the latter when they topple a glass of red...

It sounds crazy right? But the University of Hohenheim in Germany carried out a study and found that different factors in your immediate surroundings impact your dining experience. They found...