Linen Life

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...

Getting your house ready for guests coming can be exciting. Not only are you looking forward to seeing them, but you get to do a little creative décor design too....

The better weather means al fresco dining. Creating an al fresco dining area at home brings your family together to spend quality time in your otherwise busy lives. What does...

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...

What better way to show your appreciation for your mom than making a nice meal for all your family for Mother’s Day? Putting time and effort into a gift is...

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...