Linen Life

Linen tablecloths, napkins, placemats and table runners all help take a table to new heights. They all add that little bit of class to the dining experience. It’s why the...

A common dilemma amongst those making the bed these days is whether the pillows should go above or below the duvet cover. Personally, we always put them above, but then...

What are you doing to keep cool this summer? Every year it seems we get record temperatures and whether you believe in climate change or not, there’s no mistaking we...

Summer is certainly here and if there’s one thing all that heat makes us want to do, it’s eat lightly. And that means salads.  According to British chef Jamie Oliver,...

Our home makes us feel safe, but is it really as safe as we believe? Most of us are good at avoiding all those nasty chemicals in cleaning products and...

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...

Men are always the more difficult sex to buy for at Christmas – and Father’s Day so 20th June is no exception. So, to help you with a little inspiration...

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...

Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and you don’t want to be rushing around at the last minute and picking any old present for your mom.  Mother’s Day is the day...