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Guest Post: Interiors trends for 2018
Published 5 February 2018Got the itch to redecorate? Take a look at Zoe Murphy’s interior predictions for 2018 to keep on top of trends for the home. Whilst the fast moving world of fashion can sweep away what went before, in interiors we tend to build on existing trends. Partly this is practical. Who wants to repaint their walls […]
April showers bring May flowers
Published 19 May 2017It’s very nearly summer! We keep telling ourselves this each time the clouds gather and the temperature drops here in the UK. Still, there’s something about seeing those little shoots of green popping up everywhere, followed by buds and blossoms in every possible shade. We’re looking forward to summer. Aren’t you? After all, its very nearly time for […]
Sponsoring Blue Patch: helping us grow
Published 25 August 2016Many are helping Blue Patch to grow… Meet some of the generous people and organisations sponsoring our first Sustainable Department Store on the 1st October. We’re thrilled about their support and look forward to seeing them there in Dulwich Village. Register free at Eventbrite for #Bstore16 plus entry into an exclusive prize draw. Wonderful local JAGS […]
Why I do what I do: Kreisdesign
Published 13 May 2016Like most people, we have fallen madly in love with Scandinavian influenced design – it just suits us! It’s hard not to form a strong hankering for the practical, clean and yet homely designs that tend to favour sustainable materials and processes. Nikki from Kreisdesign has taken these ideas, but with her typical flair has […]
Dulwich Artists’ Open House: The Blue Patch Walk
Published 3 May 2016Dulwich Festival Artists’ Open House We of course, have a soft spot for Dulwich. We strongly believe that we have the best bread in England at Christopher’s Bakery, the most gorgeous parks to picnic in, and the most wonderful community of independent businesses to buy from. It’s our oasis in the desert. We love to […]
Why I do what I do: Ethical upcycled fashion
Published 15 April 2016Fashion Revolution Week commences on the 18th April 2016, and people across the globe will be asking brands #whomademyclothes to show we as customers care about the people in all stages of the production line. With Hayley from Raggedy, you can be sure to receive clothing made with love, respect, and flair! Her timeless, seasonless […]
Why I do what I do: Wingback
Published 2 February 2016In the age of fast fashion and over-consumption it’s refreshing to see products made with love and built to last. With his gorgeous range of handmade leather wallets, Alasdair from Wingback does exactly that… Why I do what I do: I’ve always loved making things. With a background in industrial design and technical engineering, […]
Why I do what I do: Angie Parker
Published 20 November 2015Why I do what I do… Angie ParkerIt’s unanimous. We are obsessed. If you haven’t seen Angie Parker Textiles before you’re in for a colourful treat. Angie is an award winning weaver of rugs and vibrant textiles derived from traditional Scandinavian rug weaving techniques. Working in reclaimed high quality rug wool, she meticulously hand-weaves and finishes […]
Why I do what I do: Empatika
Published 23 September 2015Tristan Titeux of Empatika designs and makes contemporary style fitted furniture. Using wood from sustainable sources, he also plants a tree for each of his customers and funds rainforest conservation. Influenced greatly by his mother and father’s commitment to living with the lowest carbon footprint possible, everything Tristan makes is to the highest ethical standards. […]
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