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'Beautifully written and both heartbreaking and heartwarming'
Jessica RedlandCottage Two, Bracken Ridge Farm sits at the end of a
pitted track, with the glorious Yorkshire moors stretching behind
it. Just a simple two up, two down, the cottage holds the promise
of a new start for two very different women, but it is also full of
secrets. Fifty years ago, newly-wed Stella is relishing making the
little cottage a happy home. But for all the lovingly handmade
curtains, and the hot dinners ready on the table for her husband,
Stella's dreams of married life jar painfully with the truth. Fifty
years later, the cottage is a new beginning for Tamzin. Determined
to get away from her previous life, she makes the move to the wild
and vast Yorkshire countryside. When Tamzin finds a sepia photo of
a woman, Stella, standing in the cottage's garden, there's a
sadness in her eyes that Tamzin recognises. As the cottage reveals
more of its secrets, Tamzin is desperate to find out whether Stella
got her happy ending. And as she gradually makes new friends, and
starts to win over her mysterious neighbour Euan, Tamzin dares to
dream about her own happy ending too... Escape the rat race with
this heart-warming, page-turning new novel from Jane Lovering.
Perfect for fans of Julie Houston, Beth O'Leary and Kate Forster
Praise for Jane Lovering: 'I adored the dual timeline aspect of
this gorgeous story and discovering the secrets from the past.
Beautifully written and both heartbreaking and heartwarming'
Jessica Redland 'A funny, warm-hearted read, filled with characters
you'll love.' Matt Dunn on A Country Escape What readers are saying
about Jane Lovering: 'Jane Lovering has that ability to choose
exactly the right words and images to make you laugh, with a
wonderful touch of the ridiculous, then moving seamlessly to a
scene of such poignancy that it catches your breath.' 'It is very
difficult to explain just how wonderful this book is. The power of
her words and her descriptive prowess to put it bluntly is
amazing... the emotional impact it has had on me will be long
lasting.' 'Fall in love with reading all over again with this
cracking tale from Jane Lovering. An excellent reminder, if one is
needed, of the absolute pleasure of losing yourself in a good
book.'
Get into this year's interior design trend: Japandi, a style that
combines serene Scandinavian design elements with the richness of
Japanese design tradition. It is characterised by a combination of
beauty, functionality, and clean lines with a lot of attention to
materials, textures, and natural touches. In addition to more than
200 images of the most beautiful Japandi-interiors and designs,
this book gives practical tips on how to implement these ideas in
your own home. This book will inspire you to create minimalist, yet
luxurious Japandi interiors, where the design styles from two parts
of the world meet.
'A truly transformative read' Sunday Times STYLE 'More than ever,
we need books like this' Jessica Seaton, Co-Founder of Toast and
author of Gather, Cook, Feast A whole new way of looking at the
world - and your life - inspired by centuries-old Japanese wisdom.
Wabi sabi ("wah-bi sah-bi") is a captivating concept from Japanese
aesthetics, which helps us to see beauty in imperfection,
appreciate simplicity and accept the transient nature of all
things. With roots in zen and the way of tea, the timeless wisdom
of wabi sabi is more relevant than ever for modern life, as we
search for new ways to approach life's challenges and seek meaning
beyond materialism. Wabi sabi is a refreshing antidote to our
fast-paced, consumption-driven world, which will encourage you to
slow down, reconnect with nature, and be gentler on yourself. It
will help you simplify everything, and concentrate on what really
matters. From honouring the rhythm of the seasons to creating a
welcoming home, from reframing failure to ageing with grace, wabi
sabi will teach you to find more joy and inspiration throughout
your perfectly imperfect life. This book is the definitive guide to
applying the principles of wabi sabi to transform every area of
your life, and finding happiness right where you are.
___________________________________________ In an increasingly
cramped world, a modern guide to opening up your living space - and
your life - using the ancient principles of feng shui. How do you
place a bed in an awkward room? How can your space help you be more
focused and more productive? How do you set up your room to make
you ready for romantic love? Our homes have an outsized impact on
our wellbeing, so answering these questions is more important than
ever. Luckily, interior design expert and TikTok sensation Cliff
Tan is here to help! Cliff has become an internet sensation with
his videos demonstrating the principles of feng shui from chi
(energy) to the command position - and he has put his wisdom into a
book for the first time. In Feng Shui Modern, Cliff explains the
concepts of feng shui and then uses expert tips and practical
diagrams to show - room by room - how our own styles, colour
palettes and furniture can be used to maximise any environment.
More importantly, Cliff gives you the tools to apply feng shui
yourself, whether you live in a dorm or a five-bedroom house. As
long as you understand the logic, there is no room too challenging,
no problem feng shui can't unravel. From choosing a home to
redecorating old rooms, Feng Shui Modern helps us find harmony in
the every facet of our lives - beginning with where we live them.
So now you know!
A Netflix Original Series. The New York Times bestselling authors
of The Home Edit and The Home Edit Life. Clea Shearer and Joanna
Teplin are back with an inspiring, easy-to-use workbook to help you
organize and maintain your living spaces. Here are 52 challenges
for every room of the home - from organizing a junk drawer and your
home office desk to arranging the apps on your phone by colour. The
workbook is structured so you can tackle one challenge a week or
breeze through your whole home in a few months. Included: - Helpful
organization tips and tricks - Space for writing checklists,
shopping lists, and to-do lists - Activities that help you
accomplish your goals at your own pace - Writing prompts for
capturing memories connected to the things you own - Peel-able gold
star stickers to mark your progress Clea and Joanna are here to
help you edit your life and keep it that way. 'Move over, Marie
Kondo - Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin are the professional
organisers the A-list now let rifle through their drawers.' -
Sunday Times Style
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House London
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Ellie Stathaki; Photographs by Anna Stathaki
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What's so unique about the houses of London? With row upon row of
brick terraces, how do the capital's most stylish people make their
homes stand out? And how do those living in conversions amplify
their craft to design interiors that are truly distinctive? House
London showcases 50 of the most inspiring contemporary interiors in
the city today. Created by some of the best designers, architects
and creatives around, this book celebrates the amazing variety and
vision that lies behind sometimes quite ordinary facades. Writer
Ellie Stathaki (of Wallpaper*) and photographer Anna Stathaki
explore different interior styles and show the very best of London
homes - from the surprising interiors of humble terraces, to
extraordinary conversions showcasing the height of luxury. Some
homes will provide worthy inspiration, and others a level of drama
most of us can only dream of. With beautiful photography
throughout, each home draws on something uniquely 'London' and
supporting text profiles home owners, architects and designers and
highlights the architectural bones that make up the home. This book
will be a must have for anyone who loves snooping around beautiful
homes, or looking for design inspiration.
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