MIDLIFE BY DESIGN: CURATING YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
Seasonal living is a mindful approach to aligning your lifestyle with the natural rhythms of the year. Each season offers unique opportunities to refresh routines, celebrate traditions, and care for your mind and body. In Spring, focus on renewal by decluttering your home and introducing fresh, seasonal produce into your meals. Summer invites adventure, exploring outdoor activities and soaking in the sunshine for a vitamin D boost. Autumn is a time for reflection and cosy comforts; embrace warm colours, hearty soups, and journaling to express gratitude. Winter encourages rest and introspection, prioritise self-care rituals, cosy up with a book, and enjoy nourishing stews. By living seasonally, you’ll cultivate a deeper connection to nature and your inner self.
How’s your Christmas prep going? So far, I’ve had those difficult chats with family where I reiterate that I’m keeping things simple and my budget low. They’re pretty used to how I do things now but I still like to set expectations. It’s taken me READ MORE…
It’s all too easy to let Christmas pass you by without truly enjoying and appreciating its magic. Everything leads up to that one special day, and then, within the blink of an eye, it’s gone, vanishing until the next year. All the stressing over shopping, READ MORE…
For many, the chance to decorate their home at Christmas is an opportunity to be seized. Designing unique, fun and all-encompassing decorations not only elevates your interiors, it is also a way to connect to loved ones this Christmas season – from crafting them to READ MORE…
A minimalist Christmas is all about simplifying the holiday season and focusing on what truly matters: spending quality time with loved ones and creating meaningful memories. By embracing a minimalist Christmas, you can reduce stress and anxiety, save money, and create a more sustainable and READ MORE…
There is a deep quiet to winter that can feel both inviting and unsettling. In this part of the world, our natural environment looks pretty dormant and well… bleak. Despite outward appearances, though, there is potent magic brewing underground, nature is just resting and preparing to begin a READ MORE…
Cashmere is often considered the pinnacle of luxury when it comes to fabrics. This precious material, known for its softness, warmth, and durability, commands a significant price, making it an investment worth careful consideration. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to select the READ MORE…
The winter months can bring very harsh weather conditions. This can include snow, high winds, and freezing temperatures. To ensure your home remains comfortable, safe, and energy-efficient during these colder months, it’s essential to take proactive steps to prepare it for winter conditions. Below, I READ MORE…
With Autumn here, creating a ‘cosy’ atmosphere at home can help improve mood, increase relaxation and enhance the overall feel of the home – but how can we make our homes feel more cosy, this Autumn and Winter? To explore this further, I share how READ MORE…
Can I just start by saying that I LOVE & ADORE the Autumn season! We’re a month into this beautiful season and so far, I’ve spent my time cooking delicious comfort foods with seasonal produce to nourish my body, re-study 3 courses I invested in READ MORE…
With the weather on the turn, it’s all too easy to retreat indoors which is why having a reason to be in the fresh air and soak up all the goodness nature has to offer is ideal. Just think of all the delicious berries and READ MORE…
