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& It's that time of year again... *MERRY CHRISTMAS* 


So, my family have been on the hunt for a new christmas tree and we've had trouble agreeing on one we all like! One of the options was "the twig tree" - a design which is created to look like tree branches, detail includes a brown, wooden looking, texture (made from a paper) - we actually decided on a more full tree with pine cones which is why I decided to get crafty!


It was while on a winter walk in the woods that I decided I could actually attempt to make a christmas arrangement by using fallen branches, pine cones and spray paint. So once the twigs had dried out and I had picked any loose bark, I applied a gold spray paint to them, going over them roughly so not completely covered, allowing the wood detail to show through.  


The twigs only took a short moment to dry until they were ready to be arranged in a tall vase, which had been filled with fairy lights to create a warm "christmasy" glow. It's now, that you can tell how the branches look altogether and break any that stray in the wrong direction. I used a cable tie at the bottom of the twigs to keep them all tightly in place. Finishing off the arrangement by decorating it with ball balls, a wired vine and pine cones. 

Wishing you all a merry christmas and a very happy new year! Please check back in 2012 for some new material :-)

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On a visit to London last week I couldn't resist passing through Oxford Street & checking out Selfridges new window displays for "The Museum of Everything" which looked fantastic, they held so much detail and creatively (and repeatedly) used Arrows, E.V.E.R.Y.TH.I.N.G and Red to create an interactive display! Check for yourselves below...


Exhibition#4 is all about the unknown artists who are "hidden from view around our world, humble pockets of creativity bustle: dynamic studios where self-taught artists discover, form & make." The exhibition holds over 400 paintings, drawings and sculptures from international studios for contemporary self taught artists with learning and other disabilities. It's not to be missed so check out the digital version here!!

(Above) German self taught architect, Stefan Hafner

Check our their website www.musevery.com for lots more information and shop!

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Rothschild & Bickers


A stunning range of traditional hand blown glass lighting designs. With their interesting shapes and use of beautiful colours they are sure to stand out like precious jewels. I just can't decide on a favourite...  (p.s love the fringing) 


Tassel Light

Opulent Light

Vintage Light

Open Optic

Flora Pendant

Spindle Pendant

Spindle Shade

Retro Light

(www.rothschildbickers.com)

Bricks Fix ELEVEN

Its all about design (Part 2)...


A quick second post showing you a few more of my favourite images from my visit to the focus show at the chelsea design centre! 


Remains Lighting

An exceptional range of different lighting and mirrors but for me it was the globe designs that really had me excited. With their antique look mixed with a slight modern twist, "the pendant references a form of historical factory lighting where the glass was netted for safety".  I love the different styles and sizes! I imagine them taking the central space in a living/dining area, creating a warm glow through the netted glass...

Loving the delicate antique inspired brass designs! 


Interior Supply

This is a company which showcases the best of European design but it was the Kenzo Maison and Fendi display that caught my attention the most with their floral patterns...especially the japanese style fabric stool.




Wired Custom Lighting

Make a statement in your space with a lighting design you are proud. 


Original BTC

Detail, quality and an important use of materials are all key to the production of Original BTC's lighting designs. Inspiration is drawn from all areas but a relaxed and a functional light is the overall style, making sure that their designs will fit perfectly in any setting! 

A quirky collection of art deco tea cups and pots lighting pendants, make it fun!

Davey lighting was originally part of Davey and co when established in London in 1885 and now supples marine, industrial and decorative lighting. I just love love LOVE all the styles!!

Armani/Casa

The most dramatic showroom of the day due to completely representing the Armani brand, creating a distinctive atmosphere of seamless elegance. The walls are lined in polycarbonate which are softly illuminated to create several divisions for the living, dining and bedroom spaces. "...providing a platform for Giorgio Armani to set out his vision of the living space: an intimate and very special place, at one and the same time both comfortable and  sophisticated." Furniture, tablewear, textiles, lighting, decorative objects even gifts, were all on display in the showroom, helping the viewer to understand what it feels to be 


Various other images

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It's all about design...(Part 1)

Design centre chelsea harbour is the heart for decoration and design, with all the big names in fabric, wallpaper 
and the very best of furniture. A magnet for interior designers and great for its resources - whether hunting for 
current trends, sourcing for new products, browsing through the many swatch books or just visiting for inspiration, 
you are almost certain to come away excited for that new project!

Porto Romano

Porto Romano was the first showrooms I visited & was one my favourites of the day! Their collection of furniture 

and lighting is so distinctive for its quality, elegance and style. Their attention to detail, materials, shape and form 

is so challenging. See for yourselves... 

Ice cubes, crystals, perfume bottles, jelly moulds, giraffes and pears are just some of the unique inspirations used for the various styles of table lamps, all ranging from different materials from glass - ceramic - brass... WOW! Now these are wall lights to talk about - each one is individually its own piece of art, a piece of sculpture... so beautifully made! The mood that the lights created in the showroom was so soft, the lined silk lampshades creating a warm glow making all the difference to the atmosphere of the space. A great lighting plan is going to improve the appearance of your living such as the mood, colours and furniture in the space so its important to get it right. Each light is so unique in its style and use of materials, let this post encourage you to experiment with a different ambience, look at different ways to add lighting to your space and to start using wall lights as an idea for wall art and not just a lamp holder.  The furniture is just as exciting as the lighting Romo Romo had created a striking window display to show off one of their new collections "Fougere" which is a vibrant collection of prints and contemporary wall coverings inspired by the Royal Botanical Gardens of Europe, "where architectural structures are seen juxtaposed with exotic florals in a mix of tropical colour and cool, citrus shades". Oversized florals meet with abstract geometric shapes - using the same colour palatte to keep both the patterns in sync with one another. Check for yourself the beautiful use of radiant colours, draw inspiration from the images above and notice how well all the colours complement one another by working together, colour stimulates the senses. Floral prints are guaranteed to add life and joy to any space and are not as daunting as you may think. Remember that the scale of the print effects the mood - what do you want to create? modern? vintage? electric? calm? romantic? Try balance a strong floral print with plain surfaces, you can add splashes of colour through your accessories, bringing together the whole scheme.