hot from heals

I visited Heals for the first time just a few years ago, having won one of their gift vouchers in a competition. I was looking forward to spending my winnings on textiles. But when I got there, I found there … Continue reading

clock watching

I’ve a bit of a thing for clocks. Perhaps it comes from my maternal grandfather, who was a watch- and clock-maker and mender. The first clock I ever really fell in love with was this one: Alas, that particular designer classic … Continue reading

a fantasy fulfilled

A few years ago, when we started doing up our first house, I used to have a small, slightly embarrassing fantasy. I used to fantasise about my home being featured in a magazine. It started when I was pregnant. Some … Continue reading