ISSUE 2 - FEBRUARY 2020
Championing
British brands
Inside • FASHION • FOOD & DRINK • HOME • HEALTH & BEAUTY • LIFESTYLE
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A little later than planned but we’re delighted to bring you the next issue of Beautifully British. By the time this issue comes out Brexit will be done (we'll say no more!), Hope you're still inspired to buy British goods, now more than ever. We had such a fantastic response to our first issue so the bar is set high! Hope we can live up to it going forward. We've spent the last few months talking to some amazing British brands in the hope our magazine will become a permanent read. We start by taking a look at some of the trends that will be gracing our homes this season, and with sustainability high on the priority list, we look at dress trends that you’ll want to wear again and again, as well as how to treat the children to essential garments that will last! Representing calmness, confidence and connection (which I’m sure we could all do with after the manic festive period!), the Pantone colour of the year 2020 is 'Classic Blue', we share some of our favourite items in the We Heart ‘something blue’ feature. If you are suffering from the winter blues then read our feature on how to upgrade your skincare regime to give it a real boost. Also why not try making the Boozy Berries chocolate brownies – they won’t fail to help the happy hormones! Join us on our British journey every other month, and sign up to our newsletter over at www.beautifullybritishmag.co.uk. Julie and Emily Bonnar Editors of Beautifully British www.beautifullybritishmag.co.uk
Best of British!
Julie and Em
Cookie Celebration
WE LOVE
How lucky are we? Baked by Steph has sent us a lovely box of message cookies. If you are a fan of the TV series, Friends (like we are) then you will get this straight away! How wonderful would it to receive these ‘You’re My Lobster’ letterbox-size cookies through your door. Perfect for Valentines, these vanilla flavoured cookies are sure to put a smile on someones face. Of course, there are plenty of other gorgeous designs to choose from too!
Letterbox Message Cookies £24 | www.bakedbysteph.co.uk
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Regulars ON OUR RADAR
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Things we thought you might like to know
EVENTS
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Things to do with friends and family this season
SOMETHING BLUE
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Classic Blue is Pantone’s colour of the year
Food & Drink Boozy Berries
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chocolate brownies
Lifestyle GO PLASTIC FREE
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8 simple swaps to make your kitchen a much greener place!
MUMS THE WORD
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Beautiful British gifts that will make her day this Mother's Day
FEEL AT HOME Make your house a home with these beautiful items
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28 30 Celebrate Handmade CELEBRATING HANDMADE
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A new website, The British Craft House launches to promote and sell crafts made in Britain
FABRIC OF LIFE
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We chat to British artist Ian Berry who creates beautiful art from denim
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Health & Beauty ANGEL FACE
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How to nourish and upgrade your facial routine
BRUSHES THAT REALLY 26 ARE MAKEUP MUST-HAVES We chat to the beauty and the brains behind Makeup Musthaves
Fashion
FROCK UP!
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The latest dress trends you’ll want to wear time and time again
SEASON SPARKLE
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Jewellry trends for this season
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BEST BIB AND TUCKER 32 Treat the children to essentials that are made to last!
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Things we thought you might like to know A MAKER'S MOVEMENT
GB Labels is a beautifully British weaving manufacturer based in Derbyshire. Comprised of a family team with 50 years of design heritage between them. The
A HELPING HAND FOR HEDGEHOGS Hedgepig was created by the team behind Pinkster gin, and is made using fruit grown in local orchards or foraged, often on hands and knees from the East Anglian hedgerows. Hedgepig zesty elderflower gin helps the plight of all things hedgehoggy by donatating 50p to charity for every bottle sold. Money raised will go to the British Hedgehog Preservation Society who are organising a series of events around the UK to highlight the problems facing hedgehogs.
To view this product, visit www.fruityhedgepig.com
company has created woven labels and branding products for some of the biggest fashion houses in the world. The team has also worked on products for internationally renowned video games, sports cars and movies featuring Britain’s most famous spy and boy wizard! But over the last few years, GB Labels has noticed an amazing change in the types of businesses they work with. Managing Director Peter Gregory says: “The conscious consumerism movement has changed the way we all shop. More than ever we’re working with small start ups, side hustlers and indie makers and designers. The media may claim that high street is dying or that British brands won’t succeed after all the political uncertainty we’ve experienced, but the fact is people have been inspired to ‘shop small’, and support independent brands. This isn’t a trend that’s
CHOCOLATE SURPRISE!
going away and people want to know how something is
ToyChoc Boxes from PLAYin CHOC contain an eco-friendly toy
made (and who by) so it’s actually a great time for creatives
to collect and assemble, an educational fun facts card made
to sell their products.”
from 100% recycled and two 10g organic vegan chocolates wrapped in home compostable film. Whether you want to collect
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Through Instagram GB Labels has discovered hashtags
the animals, use them as plastic-free party bag favours, or buy
such as #MakersMovement, #SmallBusinessSaturday and
them individually, Children can also keep the frames from their
#JustACard, which prove the appetite is there for British-
animal puzzle to use as stencils for colouring, and keep the box
made goods and unique products made by real people
for keepsakes. The company supports five charities from the sale
rather than faceless big companies. It’s never been easier to
of its products including London’s Natural History Museum in
support local brands and the small biz community therefore
London, Whitley Fund for Nature, English Heritage, Unicef and
the future has never looked brighter for makers everywhere!
WWF.
To find out more about GB Labels, visit www.gblabels.co.uk
ToyChoc Boxes are £2.95 each from www.playinchoc.com
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CAPTURE GLORIOUS MEMORIES CREATING ORIGINALLY BRITISH LIFESTYLE ACCESSORIES TO KEEP YOU WARM, DRY & COSY WWW.HEATING-AND-PLUMBING.COM
LIFESTYLE
GO PLASTICFREE
HERE ARE 8 SIMPLE SWAPS TO MAKE YOUR KITCHEN A MUCH GREENER STYLISH PLACE!
SCRUB-A-DUB
Scrubbies make an excellent replacement for plastic sponges, and can clean pretty much anything. This two-pad set is made from 100% organic cotton and printed with eco dyes. They measure approximately 14cm x 11cm each, and have a soft side and a scrubby side. You can throw them in a 40°C wash as often as you need and once they are all scrubbed out, simply chop up and pop them in the compost! £6 | www.facebook.com/scrubbiesUK/
SQUEAKY CLEAN
IT’S A WRAP
These eco-friendly wax wraps from Tabitha Eve are a perfect zero waste alternative to cling film and tin foil. They can also be used for covering bowls or wrapping left overs. The wrap comes in three sizes – small (8inx8in), medium (10inx10in) and large (12inx12in), and in packs of 3. They are vegan friendly too! £6.90 | www.tabithaeve.co.uk
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Powered by organic plant-based ingredients, these chunky washing up bars are tough on grease yet gentle on your hands. They're so mild the rinse water can be used on your plants. The bars are biodegradable, plastic free and contain no palm oil. Simply wet your cloth, sponge or brush and rub the dish soap until it’s soapy – then wash your dishes as normal. £10.50 | www.ecoliving.co.uk
LIFESTYLE HOME
OUR KITCHENS ARE ONE OF THE ROOMS IN THE HOUSE WITH THE MOST PLASTIC. SMALL CHANGES IN OUR CULINARY PRACTICES CAN MAKE A MASSIVE DIFFERENCE TO OUR PLANET, AND WHAT’S MORE, THEY ARE ALL MADE IN THE UK!
ALTERNATIVE TO PAPER TOWELS!
The one-ply cloth wipes are handmade from 100% soft cotton flannel. The cloth can be used dry or wet to clean kitchen surfaces and due to the fluffiness of the fabric they naturally stick together and can be rolled onto a roll holder to perfectly replace kitchen paper. The cloths come in packs of 6, 12 and 24 and are an effective eco-friendly and zero waste alternative. They are available in checked or polka dot pattern, and can be washed at a low temperature with similar colours. £14 | www.vestasustainableliving.com
HOME AND DRY
Bold & Noble’s range of rock and pop icons tea towels will bring a splash of colour and musicality to drying up the dishes. They are hand screen printed onto 100% cotton using water-based inks and stitched in Lincolnshire. There are lots of designs to choose from including Amy Winehouse and John Lennon. £12 | www.boldandnoble.com
EAT ON THE GO
AMBER ALERT
Keep you kitchen sink area looking clean and stylish with this handy kitchen set. Comprising of three amber glass bottles with pump lids, one small bottle for your hand/cuticle lotion, one medium sized bottle for hand wash and one large bottle for dishes. The amber glass filters out ultraviolet (UV) light making sure the liquids stay protected, and the bottles are easily washable and refillable. The set also includes three splash proof embossed labels. £22 | www.cleannatured.co.uk
Helen Round is a British textile designer and print maker. Her classic designs, inspired by the flora and fauna of the countryside and coastline are made and printed in the Cornish studios. Put an end to single use plastic and wrap your lunch in this easy to use linen envelope with Velcro fastening, it’s great for picnics, lunches and snacks. You can also use it as a plate and a napkin! It has a waterproof lining from food grade PUL to avoid any messy leaks, you can also put them in the freezer. £12.95 | www.helenround.com
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Boozy Berries chocolate brownies FOOD & DRINK
Who doesn’t love a good brownie? This one is definitely a moreish boozy treat! Perfect for accompanying a romantic night this Valentines Made with recycled raspberries left over from making Pinkster Gin, these inebriated little blighters are guaranteed to pack a punch!. Ingredients 2 tbsp. Boozy Berries A punnet of fresh raspberries 50g chopped walnuts or hazelnuts (optional) 200g dark chocolate 100g milk chocolate 250g pack salted butter 400g soft light brown sugar 4 large eggs 140g plain flour 50g cocoa powder Makes approximately 20 brownies
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How to make: 1. Heat oven to 180oC. Line a 20cm x 30cm baking tray tin with parchment. 2. Place the chocolate, butter and sugar in a pan and gently melt, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon. Remove from the heat. 3. Stir the eggs, one by one, into the melted chocolate mixture. Sieve over the flour and cocoa, and stir in. 4. Add the Boozy Berries and chopped nuts (if using), plus half the fresh raspberries. Pour into the tray and then scatter over the remaining fresh raspberries. 5. Bake on the middle shelf for 30mins, or if you prefer a firmer texture, bake for 35mins. Cool before slicing into squares.
A bit about Boozy Berries Scrumptious eaten on their own or try served with fresh cream or vanilla ice cream. You know you want to! They are delicious dipped in chocolate, used in a sorbet, mixed in with a pudding, or whatever else tickles your fancy. This recipe has been reproduced from Pinkster Gin’s Boozy Berries Cookbook.
For more recipes, visit www.pinkstergin.com
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
Face
ANGEL
UPGRADE YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE WITH THESE GO-TO PRODUCTUS
Restorative mask
A mask is a must in your skincare routine, when you're in need of a pick me up mentally or physically a mask can make you feel amazing and this one is cream of the crop! This multitasking, enzyme mask, is designed to restore a glowing complexion to your skin. The mask gently exfoliates the skin using fruit enzymes to sweep away any dead cells dulling the skin to brighten and freshen the face. The nourishing balm deeply moisturises to leave your skin soft, luminous and glowing. It's made from a blend of British honey and beeswax The 100% natural plant waxes attract and lock in moisture, reduce trans-epidermal water loss and protect against dehydration. It’s great for dull skin that needs a little boost as well as challenged, hormonal and mature skin. NectaPerfecta Enzyme Glow Beauty Mask £25 | www.beegood.co.uk
Repair and care while you sleep
When we sleep our body goes in to repair mode, so this tiny tub of cream is packed with goodness to give your skin a helping hand. It’s full of vitamins and minerals, organic cucumber seed and broccoli seed oils, which are powerful anti-inflammatories, are antiseptic and have emollient properties. Hemp, rosehip and evening primrose oils repair damage caused by everyday wear and tear, leaving your skin feeling glowing, fresh and ready to face another day! It’s organically grown vegan ingredients are certified by The Soil Association, and it comes in a glass jar that’s recyclable. This little pot of goodness really does repair while you sleep, the creamy consistency glides onto the skin easily and nourishes as soon as it's applied! The quick absorbtion allows you to use this even when you're in a rush to go to bed. Bumi Naturals Organic Night Repair Cream with Broccoli, Cucumber & Rosehip £15 | available from www.blommabeauty.com
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Love your lips
If you're like us winter is the worst season for sore, chapped and dry lips! Sometimes you forget about caring for them as much as you care for your skin, don't be fooled your lips need just as much TLC as your skin and this is the perfect product for them! This precious pot of moisturising and soothing lip butter is packed full of fragrant Monoi de Tahiti, cocoa butter, and nourishing vitamin E. The lip balm is super nourishing, repairing and gentle on sore lips with naturally bacterial organic beeswax. The organic cocoa butter forms a naturally protective barrier to retain moisture while the Monoi de Tahiti gives it a beautiful gentle scent from the macerated gardenia blooms. Tahiti Tiare Cocoa Lip Butter £13 | www.therosetree.co.uk
Boosting Balm
A balm for your face? Yes you heard right, balms aren't just for your lips. This balm is perfect when you need to show your skin a little bit more love! Maybe you've woken up with super dry skin, or you want that no makeup glow for the day? The Hydration Boost Moisturising Face Balm not only smells amazing but also absorbs into the skin so well instantly hydrating your face. The balm contains a rejuvenating blend of essential oils such as, argan, babassu, hemp, rosehip, and sea buckthorn oil, to create a spa-like experience! It's perfect for all skin types especially people who suffer with very dry and sensitive skin, and are prone to eczema. It can also multi-tasks as a make-up primer, hair tamer and cracked heel repairer - wow! It’s 100% vegan, natural, and sustainable. All glass jars are infinitely recyclable and Meadow Skincare work with Recycled UK so customers can return their lids to in a prepaid envelope for recycling. Do your bit for the planet and have great skin, sign us up! Hydration Boost Moisturising Face Balm £28 | www.meadowskincare.co.uk
3 tips for hydrating your face 1. Apply moisturisers to damp skin to lock in hydration 2. Treat your skin to a little extra every week such as a mask or serum 3. Don’t forget to look after your lips
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IT'S A CLASSIC!
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Frock UP!
FASHION
DRESS TRENDS FOR THIS SEASON THAT YOU’LL WANT TO WEAR AGAIN AND AGAIN!
CLASSIC COUNTRY The pinafore is the new favourite dress style and is perfect for transitioning the seasons. This one from The Finer Horse is a true country classic. The Lindsell Dress is available in three colours – navy, corn and burgundy, and can be made from either British-sourced velvety-soft baby needlecord in classic jewel tones, or tweed that's 100% British fleece. This modern take on the pinafore dress has been created to work for both your day job as well as weekend fun. It comes in sizes 6-18 (UK) £65 | THE LINDSELL DRESS www.thefinerhorse.com
Reveal your stripes
Stripes are a timeless trend that never really goes out of fashion.
GLOSSY SLIP STYLE Silk and satin dresses will be a big trend this year turning the everyday slip into a luxury garment. Cocoveve is an affordable luxury label made in the UK that pays special attention to detail. The Isla Maxi dress shown here in Chartreuse silky satin is a super stylish maxi dress. It’s fully lined and has an adjustable necktie. The dress comes in one size and will best fit sizes 8-14 (UK). It’s ideal for an evening out with heels and a statement clutch or why not dress it down with flats in the summer. It’s up to you how you wear it! £80 | ISLA MAXI DRESS www.cocoveve.uk
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The Lucy is a stunning midi-dress that’s a fantastic all-year-round wardrobe filler. With long sleeves and a low V-neck, its body-skimming style will flatter any body-shape. It features the English Fine Cottons’ popular Breton fabric. Made from 100% extra-long staple, responsibly grown Californian Pima Cotton that's fully traceable. This luxury cotton yarn is contrast dyed and knitted into a striped interlock jersey making a super-stretchy and soft fabric. The fabric is extremely smooth and stays looking good for longer, and resists any bobbling and pilling. Dress it up or down with trainers, pumps or sandals. It comes in sizes xs-xxl. £69 | THE LUCY DRESS
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CHECKMATE! Tartan is everywhere at the moment, and is such a hardwearing fabric to wear. Colenimo is committed to making in the UK, and all its woven pieces are produced in London and the fabric sourced in England. We love this tartan check loose-fit dress – it’s silky to the touch and has this cute detachable ruffle collar that can be taken off for a different look. The pretty pleats have been created by hand, and the dress has must-have side seam pockets! FROM £278 | TARTAN DRESS www.colenimo.com
Dominate in denim
How will you be styling your denim this season? Denim is practically a fabric that we live out our daily lives in, so it’s nice to find refreshing ways to wear it. Made in partnership with Blackhorse Lane Ateliers – a small workshop based in North East London – Le Kilt’s denim dress is made from high quality raw untreated 12oz denim, and can also be worn as a jacket. Each dress is made with sustainability in mind with efforts to reduce the carbon footprint. Featuring wool breast pocket details made from its classic 01 black kilt fabric, as well as shiny silver hardware, the denim dress has a wrap belt. It’s machine washable (but of course, only when necessary!). FROM £100 | DENIM DRESS www.lekilt.co.uk
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A SHOT OF CALM
LIFESTYLE
Feeling in need of a pick-me up? This floral electrolyte infusion health drink is full of super foods natural with lemon base infused and botanical ingredients like chamomile, lavender and spirulina. It’s the perfect blue tonic, and acts as a natural calmer and relaxant with just 25 Kcal per 100ml.
SOFT PLACE TO PERCH This luxury solid oak kitchen stool has a removable British sheepskin cover, and comes in a range of colours including this gorgeous cornflower colour. The stool measures approximately 75cm high x 33cm x 33cm and makes for a soft place to perch. Each stool comes with a hard wire brush to keep your member of the flock looking tiptop!
Calm & Comfort Shot | From £2.79 a bottle www.bumblezest.co.uk
Teal Baa Bar Stool | £275, www.baastool.co.uk
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‘Something blue’ BLUE BRINGS CALMNESS, CONFIDENCE AND CONNECTION TO YOUR LIFE GO LIGHTLY We love this small curvaceous ’50s-style pebblestone leather handbag. Inspired by the voluptuous structured bags of that era. The Holly is a compact handbag with clean, curvy lines and a fold-over flap secured with an elegant turn-lock fitting. With a detachable shoulder strap, it can be carried cross-body, over the shoulder or by hand with the very chic top-handle. Pebblestone Handbag | £285, www.tusting.co.uk
A WARDROBE STAPLE A fine gauge knitted women’s tee is designed to flatter the figure, and this timeless piece is 100% designed and made in England. The Waring Brooke logo is knitted into the back neck, so you can be proud to wear it!
Fine Gauage Tee | £65, www.waringbrooke.com
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Mum's
LIFESTYLE HOME
THE WORD
Beautiful British gifts that will make her day this Mother's Day
This day's all about mum, so what better way to treat her than with
a signature gift box containing beautiful items to make her feel amazing. Choose a minimum of three and maximum of five items from the Banks-Lyon range to this lovely signature gift box and tailor it for the lucky recipient. Choose from handmade soaps, bath salts to lip exfoliators and massage oils. Botanical Gift Box, from £22 www.banks-lyon.co.uk
These bottle bud vases are the perfect size to display individual blooms of her favourite flowers, and will brighten up any windowsill or mantelpiece. Each vase is etched with a wreath and a letter so that when they are displayed together they spell out the word ‘MUM’. Perfect as a Mother’s Day gift or a birthday treat, the central bottle can also be personalised with a message of your choice. Each bottle vase is hand etched at Becky’s studio in Liverpool. ‘Mum’ bottle bud vases, £24, www.beckybroome.com
How sweet is this personalised card and enamel pin duo. It’s the ideal gift from a little one for mummy who might need a little reminder that someone believes in them. The pin adds a magical feel to clothes, bag, or a wall display, and makes a lovely keepsake and gift card all in one. The card is printed on 280gsm FSC certified textured card and presented in a pink recycled envelope. ‘I believe in Mummy’ enamel pin and card, £9.95 www.claraandmacy.com
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LIFESTYLE
To help you enjoy the best nights sleep whatever the season Ava Innes is offering a special 10% discount for Beautifully British readers, use BBM20 at checkout. Visit www.avainnes.com
A GOOD NIGHTS SLEEP! Imagine sleeping under cashmere – a breathable natural fibre, which gently keeps you warm as you rest. New Scottish brand, Ava Innes has a passion for sleep, cashmere and sustainability offering luxury duvets, pillows and cashmere accessories, all proudly made in Scotland. The Ava Innes duvets are filled with a dream blend of cashmere guard hair and wool, all encased in organic cotton. Naturally weighted, it gives the ultimate balance of warmth, weight and breathability. As spring approaches, the Year Round duvet is perfect for those cooler nights, and lies like a blanket giving you a hug while you sleep.
FEEL AT home Make your house a home with these beautiful items!
Like candy cotton! Make your bed a place that you won’t want to get out of! The Tabley collection from English Fine Cottons is the ultimate in crisp white cotton bedding, and made with pima cotton yarns that are woven into a 400-thread count Percale fabric to create luxury long-lasting linens. The set is finished off with a classic single row of matching piping, and will look beautiful in any bedroom. It needs minimal ironing and can be tumble dried so it will look wonderful time and time again. To view the full collection and find out more, visit www.englishfinecottons.co.uk
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Memories are made around the kitchen table Walton and Co textiles have been making beautiful linens like these linen striped napkins in denim blue in North Yorkshire since 1975. Match these denim blue napkins with blue-grey earthenware for a tranquil breakfast table. They are great for every day use or to dress up the table for a special family brunch! £20 for four | Walton and Co linens www.kinfolkdecor.co.uk
A FINE LINE The appearance of those familiar blue and white stripes in children’s books, fashion magazines, and homes all over the world is testament to Cornishware’s timeless design and enduring popularity. One of the company’s most popular lines has always been the blue and white stripe. From plates to cups to storage jars, it has become a household name, adorning tables up and down the country. It’s microwave and dishwasher safe so hardworking for families. The stripes are there to remind us of the blue skies, and white-crested waves of Cornwall! To view the complete collection, visit www.cornishware.co.uk
Creating ambience We love the Hopper table lamp featuring this sweet little hare. It’s finished in bronze resin with antique brass metalwork and coordinating braided cable. It’s shown here with a Zoffany rounded rectangular 100% silk dupion shade, which is available separately. £234 | Hopper table lamp www.davidhuntlighting.co.uk
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home noun A place or feeling of belonging. The one place you will be surrounded by those who love you. A place of laughter and happiness.
COSY CUSHIONS How fun is this reversible jacquard knitted cushion with YAY on one side, and WOW on the other. It’s perfect to add a pop of colour to any room! Mix with other cushions, prints or knits. The cushion is knitted in 100% pure lambs wool making it beautifully soft, cosy and comfortable, and comes with a super soft cushion pad to ensure your knitted cushion cover looks its best when on display. You can choose to fill with natural duck feather or hypo-allergenic fibre. £65 | www.tullibee.co.uk
Clickety stick throw This chunky knit blanket will certainly make an impact but won’t overwhelm the rest of your room. Comfortable, stylish and luxurious, this natural white merino wool throw looks great in any room. It's hand knitted on giant needles in a classic stockinette stitch that really shows off the large stitches. Whether it's lying tastefully thrown over the sofa or on the bottom of the bed, it's the perfect statement piece that looks great and keeps you cosy. Each item is made by Lauren, and is a labour of love! In it's raw form the wool is unusable so after being knitted up she hand processes and finishes each one. This can take days depending on the size of the throw but is essential for that a quality finish so it can take up to a month to make. The throw comes in a lap, small and larger size. From £180 | www.laurenastondesigns.com
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Having spent over two
passion, and make their
decades as an air traffic
dreams come true,” said Susan.
controller in the Royal Navy, Susan Bonnar from Lee-on-
Susan’s dedication and
the-Solent in Hampshire has
drive has won her national
taken the leap turning her
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15-year-long crafting hobby
Business Sunday’ from
into a new business. Last year,
entrepreneur Theo Paphitis
Susan launched ‘The British Craft House’ – a website that
CELEBRATING
Handmade
only sells British crafts, helping support hundreds of local, regional and national small, hand-made, creative crafting
Meet Susan Bonnar
businesses in the UK. “The British Craft House
who has created a new website, The British Craft House to promote and sell British crafts!
business idea was born on a preparation run for a marathon
and Southampton Solent University's Chancellor. She has also launched the ‘Hampshire Crafters Network’ made up of crafters from Hampshire who meets monthly to discuss business and creative ideas. The British Craft House website is the only one
back in February 2019. I’ve always been passionate about
“The British Craft House is all about
bringing together the crafting
making a difference not only for
community, which essentially
creative people that want to sell their
are small businesses that are
creations, but also for people looking
so often working in isolation.
to buy something different. There is so
After nearly six years of helping
much more value in buying something
people online through social
handmade that you know is more
media, I got the idea for this
sustainable and supports someone’s
new site, which could support
dream.”
small creative businesses in a much better way than what
by the time I had my third baby
was already out there."
I decided to leave the Navy. My passion became helping others
Susan, who is originally from
and bringing together people who
Plymouth, started making
spend hours crafting, drive it into a
her own cards in 2005. “I
business. The British Craft House
never considered crafting
site gives them that platform. I
could be my full-time job, but
really want to help these people
card and album sales took
sell, to be able to give up their
off in shops and online, and
day job so they can pursue their Silverbird Designs
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nationally that offers curated,
For people that are tricky to
British, hand-made products that
buy for, it's the perfect solution!
stand out from competitors. There
Commission a mirror to fit in a
are many reasons why buying
particular space where you can
something handmade is so much
have it made to measure or maybe
better than buying something
cushions made in a fabric and
massed produced. If you’re giving
style you choose to complete your
it as a gift, it shows that you really
perfectly styled home. Or what
cared to search for the perfect gift
about some personalised jewellery,
for that person. When an artisan
a custom bag or an heirloom teddy. The photo says it all though, when you buy handmade you connect with the seller and get a little bit of passion packaged in with your parcel!
is creating something they add skill and some love to what they are making. When you buy it and they are notified of the sale, they may well do a little happy dance to celebrate! By supporting Handmade in Britain you are enabling small businesses to thrive.
“I’ve worked tirelessly over the past months to create something different. Something that helps sellers – crafters of one-of-a-kind,
beautiful creations to showcase their designs and join an exclusive collection of high-quality artisans,” says Susan.
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CONTACT
To view more handmade loveliness visit www.thebritishcrafthouse.co.uk
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
BRUSHES THAT REALLY ARE
Makeup Must-haves!
WE CHAT TO RITA, THE BEAUTY AND THE BRAINS BEHIND MAKEUP MUSTHAVES Tell us a little bit about yourself and your brand?
What made you want to start a brush company?
I originally started a brand several years ago called
I really want to give the everyday makeup wearer, Makeup
Makeup Doctor. I wanted to help the ‘everyday’
Made Easy. Makeup tools that make it simple to apply,
makeup wearer improve her makeup application and
no matter what products you use, and that took no time
understand the what beauty products would work for
at all to apply with. I was inspired by Anita Roddick from
her.
The Body Shop, who I was lucky enough to meet and interview when I was just 9 years old! I think her moral
The only mission I had was to simplify the world of
compass and innovative ways stayed with me and
makeup and allow every woman to see a difference!
made me believe you can affect change even in a very
Through coaching women, I discovered a huge
big industry.
problem in the industry! A real lack of affordable beauty tools designed for ease. The majority of the
Not everyone realises the importance of using a good
tools I came across were designed for artistry or not
quality makeup brush. Can you give our readers a few
thought through at all! These brushes involved using
tips for choosing one?
a technique and often made it more difficult for the
Using the correct brush means no more patchy or cakey
‘regular gal’ to use, and get the results they wanted.
makeup and takes less time to apply. Who doesn’t want
When I did then find a brush that was half decent, it
that? So my tips for choosing not just a great brush but a
cost a small fortune which wasn't realistic for my clients
brush that will help you in every way are:
to spend.
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1. Choose the correct type of fibre
business to make money, I genuinely started it to
Synthetic brush fibres are for use with moisture-
provide the everyday makeup wearer with tools that
based products like concealers and foundations!
helped them to achieve great results simply!
This brush won’t soak up all the moisture from the product that gives you the finish that it should on
It’s tough to pick a favourite, if I had to choose it
the skin.
would be the Flawless Foundation Brush. It’s the first brush I created and allows every person that picks
2. Size matters!
it up to see a vast improvement in their foundation
Think about the area of the face you are applying the
finish straight away.
product to and the brush has to fit in that area. For example, if you want to place blusher on the apples
Do you have a favourite makeup look you like to
of the cheeks, then your brush should be the size
create over again?
of that area. If it is too big the colour will just blead
It’s difficult to pick a favourite look because I really
everywhere.
like to create different looks every time. I love makeup that looks natural and glowing but also
3. Density and flexibility
dramatic makeup too. I think what I steer towards
If you are trying to place foundation onto the
are looks that enhance your features and suit the
face, sparse longer fibres will mean gaps in your
person wearing them.
application and will require more techniques, so the length of the fibres need to be correct for the
Tell us three fun, random facts about yourself?
application process to make it sit smoothly.
I am 5ft nothing and have real life #shortgirlproblems this is why I have an extra
What makes your brushes different from the rest?
tall husband! I’m not a fan of filters, I believe in
Do you have a favourite brush in your collection?
embracing you as you are. I know the lyrics to most
I suppose the thing that makes us so different is
songs, no idea why I just do!
we've a real understanding of what women need and want from their makeup. So, our design process has included this and everything we do involves our ‘Makeup Made Easy’ concept. I never started the
Contact
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SEASON'S
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Jewellery trends to look out for this season
Statement Style
This spring, the bigger the better! Look for big and bold jewellery pieces that will make a statement. This "60s style is irresistibly retro. Combining the timeless circle in a range of shapes and shades, this statement necklace ticks all the vintage boxes while still looking fresh and modern. It’s a future classic in black, nude and bold accents. The jewellery is designed and handmade in Toolally’s Yorkshire studio using sterling silver fastenings, and the use of acrylic makes the pieces super lightweight. The company also offers a free lifetime repair service. £115 | www.toolally.com
Stunning in Silver Silver is still as popular as ever. Lucy Bradshaw Jewellery is handmade to a seamless finish using metals like Sterling silver 925. The Aurora bracelet set collection is all about daring to dream, shining bright and following the stars. The set consists of four beautiful sterling silver bracelets and features a double star, along with the Cassiopeia, Esme and one stacking bracelet. This design also features the Lucy Bradshaw logo charm, and made with a stretch string to securely fasten it to your wrist. £145 | www.lucybradshaw.co.uk
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Hip Hoops
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Wolf & Moon is a jewellery label by British designer Hannah Davis. Inspired by nature, architecture, art and design, these handmade playful hoop earrings have six interchangeable charms, which can be worn individually or layered up in any combo. The Collage Charm Hoops earrings will become an eye-catching everyday essential for the independent and curious, combining geometric shapes with beautiful materials and colours. These earrings come in pink or green, and handmade in the company’s North London studio. £52 | www.wolfandmoon.co.uk
Long necklaces
Inspired by industrial materials not usually associated with jewellery making, the Nicole necklace is an intriguing and stunning piece of jewellery. It can be worn long or wrapped around two or three times for a layered look. The necklace is made of blackened and gold plated stainless steel springs threaded with cotton rope, and brass-plated tubes. The length is approximately 154cm that results in a versatile piece to elevate your own style. £69 | www.industrial-jewellery.com
New materials
Stella and Wolf create contemporary handmade jewellery made in the heart of Buckinghamshire. This contemporary polka dot jewellery is hand-painted and made from wood. The earrings are made of two wooden flat discs joined with a gold plated jump ring and backed with a gold plated earring post and butterfly, while the gorgeous semi-circle pendant is finished with a tassel tassel giving it a fun playful look. £18 each | www.stellandwolf.co.uk
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Fabric of life
We chat to Ian Berry who cuts up thousands of pieces of denim from jeans, jackets, and other denim clothing to create portraits, urbanscapes and other works of art Your work is mind blowing and you don’t even realise it’s been created in denim. Why did you choose this medium? When I first started, I’d over emphasise that it was denim, using buttons, pockets and zips. Over time, I started using pieces to make it look more like a painting or a photograph, hiding that it’s made from denim jeans. My work isn’t about it being made in denim, other than it’s the material of our time, and I portray contemporary life – so what better material to use. In truth, it was a simple observation. I saw a pile of jeans piled up in my old bedroom, and noticed the shades next to one another. I hadn’t wanted to use my old jeans as they held memories for me. I had just done a collage in newspaper of Tony Blair and Gordon Brown and thought, I could do that in denim too! I started working with denim and started to think of my connection with it, and saw how other people connected with it. There’s something in the denim that allows people into my work.
Where did you get your creative genes (pun intended) and did you study art? My parents and family around me aren’t arty at all. They do say it skips generations. My maternal grandad was a draughtsman and designed engines, he was in a protected job during the war. My dad’s father had been a master maker, and used to make creative cakes. Interestingly though he worked in the textile factory as a carder. Sometimes I feel that I should use wool as I’m from Huddersfield, which was a woollen manfucturing area.
What was the first thing you made with a pair of jeans? I made a few portraits of the people who made
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denim famous and changed public opinion about the fabric. I was amazed that icons such Marlon Brando, Marilyn Monroe, James Dean and Debbie Harry seen wearing denim on and off screen made it what it is today. I went on to make James Dean’s portrait in his hometown in Indiana with the museum there, and Debbie Harry’s actual portrait, which made it a bit sweeter.
Each piece documents and tells a story, what inspires your designs? While everyone wants to talk about my work being in denim, many fail to connect all the work together. Taking away the portraits, my work is a lot about community and the changing fabric of our lives, especially urban environments. From a rural beginning, I see denim very much an urban fabric now. So while my work can seem as versatile as denim itself, I look at aspects to document changes in our lives such as the closing pubs, laundrettes and newsstands. I do find that in portraying a familiar site in a common material, it creates something new and people see the beauty in these ever-changing locations. The exhibition, Behind Closed Doors showed the flip side of this, showing materialised homes in London portrayed almost as Elle Decoration spreads but interrupted by a sole person in a melancholy image. You’d think someone who lived like that would be happy, but it questioned people. Many people in the gallery said they saw themselves and the whole body together. I think this was some of my most powerful work. I recently did Hotel California, as I wanted to bring some brightness into the studio. I also love to challenge
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how light hits things, whether it’s the shiny metallic laundry machines, a polished bar top or of course, water in a pool with all the ripples.
How easy is denim to work with? When I started, it was a lot of trial and error, and took me years to learn the skills to handle this material. The hardest thing to deal with is the fraying and matching the different shades. Now I have so many pairs of jeans, I can match, but I always think I can find something better and keep on looking and looking. The work is time consuming.
What does your jean stash look like, and do you have a favourite colour of jeans you like to work with? I get lots of donations of jeans, and now have around two thousand pairs. I organise them in shades, and then by type. I love the washes in denim because it allows me to make the work look like a painting. I like to match the denim by tone and shade, but also by cast. I have some yellow, ochre, brown, red ones, and my favourite is a white base.
As well as contemporary urban scenes, you’ve created portraits and record sleeves – tell us a bit about this work? The portraits have all been official commissions, and often do fall outside my real body of work. In 2013, the records were part of the closing and changing high street and represented a record store, as many were closing down. It also represented the changing high street and drive toward shopping online. The records I chose also had a connection with denim – either a denim clad iconic cover like Sticky Fingers or Born in the USA. The Country Bluegrass Blues (CBGB) bands that created the denim look also moved across the channel to spawn punk via Malcolm Maclaren and The Sex Pistols.
Your artwork looks flat but it’s a very 3D process, isn’t it? My work is very layered and that gets often lost online. For example, the laundrette pieces I know had 15 layers of denim in places, which makes it very three-dimensional, and really plays with the depth in the work. The biggest reactions to my work comes face-to-face.
I’ve shown with the same gallery for eight years in London and they have sold out often before the doors open. While this seems great, as the work takes a long time it means people miss out and don’t get to see it. Of course, some of my work is really threedimensional, like the real Launderette, the Record Store, the Secret Garden, Newsstand and even a whole row of shops that I showed in the USA. This was born out of me wanting to make something more immersive to complement my gallery shows but built to really grow and enable me to show more work around the world.
Do you ever see yourself working with other materials? I used to say no, but there’s so much I want to do with denim and there still is. I got dragged too much into denim and my work isn’t all about jeans. My work is certainly not about selling more denim – I started to learn too much about the industry and the more I do, the more I stop liking the material. So perhaps one day I may find something else. I’m an artist first and foremost, and resent being called a denim artist. It’s just my medium.
Where can people see your work? It’s best seen close up and personal. In January 2020, my work will be in the London Art Fair. It will also be featured in museums around Europe, including Museum Riswijk by The Hague, Textiel Museet in Boras, Sweden and hopefully in Yorkshire in the UK, Germany and Genoa, and North Carolina in the US. It can also be viewed at www.ianberry. art or on Instagram @ianberry.art, I’ve also a limited number of copies left of the first edition of my book. Ian Berry Denim on Denim which can be purchased on the website.
Ian Berry www.ianberry.org
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