Period Homes & Interiors magazine recently featured these super stylish denim napkins by Lexington. They come in a set of four and there are matching aprons and oven mitts available, perfect for a fresh kitchen style.

Transform your bedroom with Lexington’s Original Jeans bed linen range. Made from heavy washed 100% denim cotton in indigo it features stylish denim stitching and metal Lexington embossed closure buttons.

This adorable Denim Puppy Bumperstop is the perfect finishing touch to any room.  He promises to do a great job stopping those banging doors, and is made from high quality denim fabric with hand crafted finishing like his brown leather collar with the ‘W’ Wish Original charm.

Brighten up any living space with this Multi Flower cushion from Pip Studio. With a bright vintage inspired floral design set against a denim background with contrast piping this cushion will make a fabulous addition to a sofa or bed.

Will you be adding a touch of denim to your home this season? Which of our denim picks is your favourite? 

Bring theatre & focus to a room or harmonise a space’s themes with a rug from the new collection. There are several designs to choose from including extraordinary ombres, classical motifs, contemporary geometrics and stripes, and dramatic florals. Available in a range of finishes from gorgeous deep piles of full lustre and movement, to natural textures, there is a rug perfect for every home.

Cushions are the quickest and simplest way to transform any living area, and Designers Guild have a wide selection of styles to choose from. The latest collection features the the romance of lace and rich organic patterns, classical ornate cut velvet and silk stripes, to bolts of colour in a fabulous tie-dye, and digitally printed florals and sophisticated silk embroidery.

Add the perfect finishing touch with a blanket or throw, ideal for adding texture to a sofa or bed. Mix and match between new shaded linen, to heavier wool quality geometrics, practical neutral checks and vivid mohairs. Throws and blankets are great for creating a different sensation and look whether dressing up or settling down.

Explore the Designers Guild Spring Summer collection now available at Amara. Which designs are your favourite?

All Aboard! Emily & Karen en-route to Paris

 Full of bustling stalls and eye catching displays, every designer and brand is there waiting to showcase their upcoming pieces. Sam, assisted by Emily and head of PR Karen have left Amara towers and made the perilous journey to Paris today and will be getting an early night (yeah right) ready to hunt down exquisite treasures for the Amara customer over the next few days .

Amara’s Mission Headquarters for the next few days

Keep a track of what they get up to here on the blog.

What brands or particular products do you think Amara is missing? Who is your best bet for the next big thing in home design?

Voluspa - Maison Blanc Ceramic Candle – Gardenia Colonia

This ceramic candle is fuelled by a love for art, fragrance & illumination. The scent features notes of gardenia blooms with creamy velvet and the wonderful art-deco design brings style and sophistication to any mantelpiece. 

Voluspa – Ceramic Candles

Voluspa’s ceramic candles are available in numerous colours and fragrances and their stunning designs mean that they don’t even have to be burned- simply pair them up together for an elegant and classy look.  Another idea is displaying them with their counterparts…

Voluspa – Scented Candles

… for a well-matched look and an intense fragrance. Also available from Voluspa are tinned candles, fragrance diffusers and gift sets- perfect for Christmas.

Where do you display your scented candles? Do you burn your decorative ones, or keep them for people to admire? 

Aegean – L’Objet

When it comes to porcelain pieces by L’Objet, each one is made from fine Limoges porcelain which is fairly easy to care for. Many of their collections (including Aegean white & Perlee white) are safe to use in the oven, microwave and dishwasher. However, pieces with hand-applied 24 carat gold or platinum are not suitable for the microwave and nickel-plated products are reactive with certain acidic foods, which may cause discolouration.

Aegean – L’Objet

Although it’s possible to wash L’Objet porcelain in the dishwasher, it’s best to do it by hand to preserve the textures and finishes, so use a mild soap or detergent and hand dry with a soft dish towel. When washing your porcelain in the dishwasher, it is advised to use a gentle cycle. Citrus soaps & detergents and cleaning agents with additives may damage your pieces, so avoid them for the best results.

L’Objet – Candles

In regards to porcelain candle holders, wiping them gently with a soft, damp cloth is all that is needed in order to preserve the 14 carat gold accents. Decorative treasures, they are wonderful to keep on display even when the candle has burned down or is no longer wanted. In order to remove the candle easily, simply place it into a freezer until the wax has fully hardened, then slip it from its holder. Rinse the holder beneath hot running water to dissolve any wax left behind.

L’Objet – Photo Frames

L’Objet photo frames are easily cared for, despite their detailed designs- each one is plated in either 14 carat gold or platinum and decorated with Swarovski crystals. No polishing is necessary, and every day dust and dirt can be carefully removed with a soft, damp cloth.

L’Objet – Serving Pieces

Lastly, the handles of many L’Objet serving pieces are hand sculpted and as a result hand washing is recommended for these particular pieces. Dry them manually with a soft dish towel and enjoy.

L’Objet

Despite a timeless quality that resonates with Old World charm, the L’Objet collections are something entirely new – graceful, detailed and rich in history, but thoroughly modern. Quality is the mantra of designer Elad Yifrach and every offering is his own original creation. 

Loveramics – Cake Stand – A Curious Toile

Part of the A Curious Toile dinnerware range designed by Tracy Hollins, this cake stand draws on historic ceramic printing techniques in a familiar quintessential English scene with a playful and unexpected twist. With the exception of the cake stand,  the entire A Curious Toile range is under £30.

Newgate – Covent Garden Alarm Clock – Black

Newgate have a wide range of alarm clocks that are wonderfully designed and priced very well for their quality. This Covent Garden one is only £20.

For those partial to adding style and scent to their home, Agraria’s range of tasselaires infused with various fragrances make a fantastic choice. It’s perfect for hanging on a doorknob, closet hook or an amoire key, or for incorporating into curtain tie backs.

Stylist magazine has taken it even further and compiled a selection of stocking fillers for under £10. Amongst the pencils and watches, an Archie Grand notebook from Amara is included. 

Archie Grand – Small Notebook – Faux Pas I Made and Liked

Bold and witty, this notebook is rigid and hard-wearing with a matte, leather-like lamination. Fantastic to use as a notebook, scrapbook or journal, it has 110 blank pages waiting to be filled with thoughts, doodles and ideas.

With Christmas fast approaching, have you got every gift planned out?

Choose from several pre made bouquets that have been put together for you to enjoy. There are many different styles, from orchids to hydrangeas, in a rainbow of colours so you can coordinate with your decor. Flowers are a great way to add a personal touch to any room, form the bedroom to hallway, and with high quality artificial bouquets no-one will ever know that they aren’t fresh that day.

There are also single flowers & sprigs available, so you can mix & match and create your own arrangemetns. A brilliant gift idea, Sia’s artificial flowers can be enjoyed for months to come.

What are your favourite flowers? We think roses have a timeless romance that looks fabulous in every home.

 ‘We recreate that essence of ‘home’ by reinventing the past and adapting it to contemporary standards, with authenticity, harmony and hospitality as our core values and the family traditions as a main source of inspiration.’

Through a vast selection of beautiful home accessories from photo frames to trays & storm lights, Flamant have grown to represent a lifestyle.

Evolution, innovation, and upcycling are core aspects of their philosophy. From classic, country and Gustavian to modern vintage and contemporary urban design, Flamant merges past and present in perfect harmony making tradition and innovation, simplicity and design meet.

Have you discovered Flamant home accessories yet?

The Marea wine rack by Legnoart is distinctive yet practical, holding up to 6 bottles. Recently featured in Staffordshire Living this wine rack will sit beautifully on a kitchen sideboard or in the corner of a dining room.

Donna Karan’s Hand Carved Wooden range is full of beautiful pieces including this striking round vase. Featuring a rippled effect it has been crafted from sustainable pieces of mango wood and has been hand carved by artisans in Thailand.

Add a wooden touch to your dining table with this set of six table knives by Forge de Laguiole. Handmade from start to finish they each feature shiny carbon steel blades and a blonde stamina wood handle.

Inspired by tropical island living this beautiful salad set by Diane Von Furstenberg will bring an exotic touch to any setting. All made from natural mango wood, the dark wood creating a striking contrast to embellished accents in gold leaf.

A fabulous gift idea, this big oak chopping board by Green Oak has ‘La Grand Fromage’ hand carved along the side. All Green Oak chopping boards are handmade from solid, unseasoned English timber. No glue is used that would dissolve, nor applied polish to peel and ruin, and it is intended to be used daily and look happier for it.

Which of our five wooden picks is your favourite?

Magnetic Notice Board by Pantone

 Made under official Pantone license by Seletti each notice board also includes 6 mini magnets. The large surface area on top allows good space to store notes, photos, keys and keepsakes etc, while the folded section creates space for magazines & letters. Find your favourite colour or choose one to coordinate with your interior, the perfect way to brighten up an office or even a kitchen.