Feathering your nest is surely one of life’s greatest pleasures. Whether you prefer a regular top-to-toe overhaul or the occasional addition of a well-chosen accessory, we all find ourselves vicariously decorating from time to time – be it our own homes or perhaps a holiday let we’ve enjoyed staying in.
Something that often sparks imagination is a shepherd’s hut and the clever folk at Blackdown Shepherd Huts know just how to style these spaces to achieve comfort and cosiness. Over the years they’ve built up strong relationships with crafts people around the UK and they’re giving us a sneaky peek inside their contacts book…
1 A WOOD PIECE
Cornish Woodsmith
Using foraged and storm-damaged wood, Dominic Pearce creates functional, yet tactile, items that add warm, organic colour.
2 A METALWORK PIECE
Rowan MacGregor
Bath-based Rowan creates delicate copper wreaths with aged patinas, making them look like they’ve a lifetime of stories to tell.
3 A CERAMIC PIECE
Amanda Banham Ceramics
Amanda’s raku fired houses and rainbows are eagerly sought after at her monthly online shop. Each has a quirky character and some are adorned with meaningful phrases.
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4 A PERFUME
Ffern
Somerset-based Ffern uses only the highest quality sustainable ingredients to release four seasonal scents each year on the equinox and solstice dates.
5 A FLORAL ARRANGEMENT
Botanical Tales
Floral artist Bex, who’s based in Lyme Regis, creates beautiful dried-flower wreaths and installations for weddings and events. Her workshops are a great way to harness the skills required to grow and create your own floral displays for around the home.
6 A BOOK
Little Stories of Your Home
by Laura Pashby (Quadrille)
While away an afternoon with Laura’s beautiful photography and expertly written words to help guide readers on how to be more mindful in life and how to capture those little moments.
7 A COSY CUSHION
Mary Benson London
Inspired by tarot and iconic astral and lunar symbols, dress and homeware designer Mary Benson produces eye-catching statement pieces, including these beautifully huggable cushions with recycled stuffing.
8 A CANDLE
The Owl & The Apothecary
Katy Theakston has a talent for gathering people around fire with ceremonies. Her Wilding candle – made with soy wax and essential oils – brings some of that escapism to your home with its soothing and calming blend of lavender, sweet bergamot, cedarwood and patchouli.
For more information and inspiration, visit blackdownshepherdhuts.co.uk or follow on Instagram: @blackdownshepherdhuts.