Really loving my shelves at the moment 🤍 I keep ca Really loving my shelves at the moment 🤍 I keep catching myself standing there with a cup of tea, admiring them (very exciting life I lead 😂).
If you fancy a little spring refresh, I’ve rounded up some lovely home finds on the blog and in my Shop My Favourites — comment below and I’ll send you the link!
I finally got around to adding a little café curta I finally got around to adding a little café curtain in the kitchen and I’m so glad I did. I used a telescopic shower rail (from Screwfix!) with a leftover curtain panel, which made it such an easy, no-drill update.
The hem is still pinned at the moment 😂, but I already love how much softer the window feels while keeping all the natural light. It’s one of those small changes that makes the whole space feel more finished.
I’ve shared the rail hack on stories today and I’ve also got a full café curtain guide on the blog if you’d like to have a look.  Let me know if you’d like the link 🤍
Honestly convinced sunshine through the window is Honestly convinced sunshine through the window is better than therapy ☀️ (almost!)
January absolutely wiped me out — dark days, illness, zero motivation and a full creative slump 🙃 (10/10 do not recommend lol). But February already feels lighter and I’m finally getting all the ideas back again.
Which obviously means I’m back designing spaces and dreaming up lovely interiors…
If you’ve been thinking about giving a room a refresh this spring, my design consultations are open — link’s in my bio 🤍
One of the questions I get asked the most is where One of the questions I get asked the most is where my rugs are from, and they are nearly all vintage finds. They go perfectly with my slightly english country coastal design style and instantly make a room feel layered, relaxed and lived in.  Anyway, I put a bit of effort in this morning (lol) and rounded up some really lovely vintage rugs that are currently for sale!  I’ve shared a few of them on these slides but there’s more!  If you’d like links to the full edit (which is on our blog) then just comment below and I’ll send them over 🤍 (I’m trying really hard not to buy them all myself right now!)
For someone who really loves Christmas, I’m always For someone who really loves Christmas, I’m always slightly surprised by how pleased I feel when it’s over, and the pressure’s off.
I loved decorating our new house, and we were spoilt with the most perfect winter weather – not too cold, dry days and sunshine that made beach walks feel easy and lovely.
Now I’m itching to take everything down and start afresh for the new year 🤍
For winter escapes, deep rests, and time by the se For winter escapes, deep rests, and time by the sea 🤍
2026 bookings now open, plus some Jan / Feb dates if you fancy a cosy getaway.

Link in bio for our online booking system xx
The elves are busy behind the scenes ✨ We’re packi The elves are busy behind the scenes ✨
We’re packing and sending orders right up until Friday 19th December — after that, anything ordered won’t arrive in time for Christmas.
If you’ve got gifting (or treating yourself) still to do, now’s the moment.
Head to the website to have a look 🤍
Re-sharing this citrus DIY because it’s that time Re-sharing this citrus DIY because it’s that time of year again and honestly it makes the whole house smell amazing. 

Super easy Airfryer dehydrated oranges, lemons and limes - perfect for tree décor, garlands or just looking lovely in a bowl. 

Comment orange 🍊 and I’ll send you my method!
If you’re hunting for ideas and want a more curate If you’re hunting for ideas and want a more curated, personal shopping experience… I’ve genuinely done the legwork for you this year. 🎄✨

All the Christmas décor I’ve picked out, the gift guides  and our Tin Coast edits are gathered in one place so you don’t have to trawl through endless websites.

The link to my Shop My is in my bio — or just comment or DM and I’ll send it straight over. 💛
Officially in my cosy cottage Christmas era! The Officially in my cosy cottage Christmas era!  The mood board is giving bake a cake, light a candle, watch The Holiday with a Baileys 🎄🫶🏼. I have a link with all the sources and more lovely things - comment red and I’ll send it to you!
Things making me happy 🫶🏼 Things making me happy 🫶🏼
Ordering my advent candle and pretending I’m organ Ordering my advent candle and pretending I’m organised for December 😂. Comment Candle if you want the link to this lovely one in French or English! 🎄
The tree’s up and sparkling ✨ Just lights, ribbon The tree’s up and sparkling ✨ 
Just lights, ribbon, and a whole lot of cosy twinkle.
Most of the decorations are in our shop (30% off right now + very low stock 😬).
Want the tree + lights links?  Comment tree below and I’ll send them over 🌲💬
A coastal Christmas- nothing a little blue velvet A coastal Christmas- nothing a little blue velvet ribbon couldn’t sort out!  Comment blue and I’ll send you the link 🎀 🌊
Simple soft boucle stockings - but add Italian blu Simple soft boucle stockings - but add Italian blue velvet ribbon and suddenly it feels fancy!  Comment Stocking for links to this and more of our favourite ribbons 🎄🫶🏼
Stockings and bows have officially appeared - it’s Stockings and bows have officially appeared - it’s happening! 🎄  Comment Shelfie for links to everything 🫶🏼
A little start on the Christmas decorating.. 🎄 The A little start on the Christmas decorating.. 🎄 The garland’s up , a few trees are out and it’s already feeling festive!  Comment Shelfie if you’d like the links 🤍
Last year’s Christmas at the Georgian Flat - all g Last year’s Christmas at the Georgian Flat - all golden light, flowers and decorated fireplace before our move!  This year we don’t have a mantle to decorate.. but we do have rafters!  It’ll be a whole new kind of cosy and I can’t wait to put it all together 🎄🫶🏼
P.S.  The Georgian Flat is available for Christmas and New Year.  If you fancy making it yours for the holidays, just drop me a DM or comment for details!
Some of my favourite coastal table lamps – I love Some of my favourite coastal table lamps – I love the mix of texture and shape. I’ve only shown a few in this post, but if you comment lamp, I’ll send you links to all the others too!  Lottie xx

#CoastalTableLamps #CoastalInteriors #CoastalHomeDecor #ModernCoastal #CornwallDesign #HomeStyling #LightingIdeas #CoastalChic #InteriorDesignStudio #CoastalLiving
The mantle might be my favourite thing to decorate The mantle might be my favourite thing to decorate at Christmas — it makes everything feel instantly festive. ✨

I’ve kept it simple this year with greenery, twinkle lights and a few classic pieces. Comment MANTLE and I’ll send you the links to everything I’ve used (plus a few styling tips on the website). 🎄
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Shop My Favourites · August 16, 2025

Best Vintage Etsy Finds 2

My Best Vintage Etsy Finds – this WEEK’s Crushes! Here we go with this week’s best vintage Etsy finds! At Tin Coast Design Studio, we always find a way of weaving vintage rugs, paintings, accessories and furniture into our English…

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Best Vintage Etsy Finds

Shop My Favourites · August 8, 2025

Best Vintage Etsy Finds

My Best Vintage Etsy Finds – This Week’s Crushes! I’ve always had a soft spot for vintage and antique treasures — the kind that come with a bit of history, a touch of patina, and a story you can only…

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Small Entrance Hall Ideas

Design + Renovation · April 1, 2025

Small Entrance Hall Ideas: A Warm Welcome at Stamping Cottage

Small entrance hall ideas are some of my favourite to play around with—because when you’re working with a tiny space, every design detail makes a big impact. And at Stamping Cottage, our little one-bedroom bijou retreat (available now for holiday lets!), the entryway is no exception.

Penzance Cornwall

Lifestyle · March 29, 2025

Penzance Cornwall: The Best Breakfasts – My Top Picks for a Perfect Morning Feast!

There’s something truly magical about starting your day in Penzance Cornwall. Whether it’s the salty sea air, the stunning coastal views, or the promise of a great adventure ahead, nothing sets the tone better than a fantastic breakfast. If you’re wondering where to eat in Penzance or searching for the best breakfast Penzance has to offer, then you’re in the right place. I’ve eaten my way through the town (tough job, but someone had to do it!) to bring you my ultimate list of breakfast spots.

Modern Cottage Bathroom

Design + Renovation · March 29, 2025

Modern Cottage Bathroom – The Tiny Shower Room at Stamping Cottage

When I set out to design the modern cottage bathroom at Stamping Cottage, I knew I had a challenge on my hands. This little shower room is tiny—but that just made me even more determined to make it stylish, practical, and full of character. If you love modern cottage bathroom ideas with a fresh yet timeless feel, you’re in the right place!

modern cottage decor

Design + Renovation · March 27, 2025

Modern Cottage Bedroom – A Cozy Retreat at Stamping Cottage

This blog post is all about the modern cottage bedroom at Stamping Cottage—a sneak peek into the cosy retreat we’re creating! I’ve been working on the design board, and I’m thrilled to share a sneak peek! Not every single element will be exactly as pictured (because, let’s be honest, sourcing the perfect vintage lamp is practically a full-time job), but this is where we’re at, and I couldn’t be happier.

Lifestyle · March 1, 2025

Exploring The Best Wineries in Cornwall: A Guide to the Top Vineyards

Wineries in Cornwall offer a unique experience with stunning vineyards, award-winning wines, and beautiful coastal views. Discover top vineyards like Camel Valley, Polgoon, and Trevibban Mill, featuring guided tours, rosé wines, and dog-friendly visits in Cornwall’s breathtaking countryside.

easter home decor

Lifestyle, Shop My Favourites · February 20, 2025

Easter Home Decor – Spring Decor Ideas and some lovely Amazon Finds

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your home with light, airy decor that embraces the new season. Whether you’re looking for April home decor ideas, Easter decorating inspiration, or simply want to brighten and refresh, these tips will help you achieve a lovely Spring aesthetic home decor.

Penzance Cornwall

Lifestyle · February 17, 2025

Penzance Cornwall – A Perfect 48-Hour Itinerary for the best weekend in Penzance + St Michael’s Mount FREE PRINTABLE

Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, ticking off a bucket list destination, or craving the energising pull of being by the sea, I’ve put together the perfect 48-hour itinerary to help you make the most of your visit.

French Coastal Decor

Lifestyle, Shop My Favourites · February 4, 2025

Fresh, Chic, and Striped: New French Coastal Decor Pieces You’ll Love!

I’ve curated a capsule collection of French coastal decor for our shop, Tin Coast Design. Available to us in limited quantities, so pre-order now for delivery by mid-April. 🇫🇷

Valentine Wallpaper

Lifestyle · January 19, 2025

Valentine Wallpaper for your Iphone + Desktop plus February Calendar – 22 Free Designs!

Free to download preppy and cute Valentine Wallpaper for your Iphone + Desktop. Includes Valentines for different dog breeds plus February calendar in cute typeface.

NEUTRAL RUGS

Shop My Favourites · January 18, 2025

10 neutral rugs you’ll love!

A lovely neutral rug in a natural fibre is a great starting point for Coastal Cottage Decor! Build your scheme from the floor upwards with stripes, florals and colour!

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Really loving my shelves at the moment 🤍 I keep ca Really loving my shelves at the moment 🤍 I keep catching myself standing there with a cup of tea, admiring them (very exciting life I lead 😂).
If you fancy a little spring refresh, I’ve rounded up some lovely home finds on the blog and in my Shop My Favourites — comment below and I’ll send you the link!
I finally got around to adding a little café curta I finally got around to adding a little café curtain in the kitchen and I’m so glad I did. I used a telescopic shower rail (from Screwfix!) with a leftover curtain panel, which made it such an easy, no-drill update.
The hem is still pinned at the moment 😂, but I already love how much softer the window feels while keeping all the natural light. It’s one of those small changes that makes the whole space feel more finished.
I’ve shared the rail hack on stories today and I’ve also got a full café curtain guide on the blog if you’d like to have a look.  Let me know if you’d like the link 🤍
Honestly convinced sunshine through the window is Honestly convinced sunshine through the window is better than therapy ☀️ (almost!)
January absolutely wiped me out — dark days, illness, zero motivation and a full creative slump 🙃 (10/10 do not recommend lol). But February already feels lighter and I’m finally getting all the ideas back again.
Which obviously means I’m back designing spaces and dreaming up lovely interiors…
If you’ve been thinking about giving a room a refresh this spring, my design consultations are open — link’s in my bio 🤍
One of the questions I get asked the most is where One of the questions I get asked the most is where my rugs are from, and they are nearly all vintage finds. They go perfectly with my slightly english country coastal design style and instantly make a room feel layered, relaxed and lived in.  Anyway, I put a bit of effort in this morning (lol) and rounded up some really lovely vintage rugs that are currently for sale!  I’ve shared a few of them on these slides but there’s more!  If you’d like links to the full edit (which is on our blog) then just comment below and I’ll send them over 🤍 (I’m trying really hard not to buy them all myself right now!)
For someone who really loves Christmas, I’m always For someone who really loves Christmas, I’m always slightly surprised by how pleased I feel when it’s over, and the pressure’s off.
I loved decorating our new house, and we were spoilt with the most perfect winter weather – not too cold, dry days and sunshine that made beach walks feel easy and lovely.
Now I’m itching to take everything down and start afresh for the new year 🤍
For winter escapes, deep rests, and time by the se For winter escapes, deep rests, and time by the sea 🤍
2026 bookings now open, plus some Jan / Feb dates if you fancy a cosy getaway.

Link in bio for our online booking system xx
The elves are busy behind the scenes ✨ We’re packi The elves are busy behind the scenes ✨
We’re packing and sending orders right up until Friday 19th December — after that, anything ordered won’t arrive in time for Christmas.
If you’ve got gifting (or treating yourself) still to do, now’s the moment.
Head to the website to have a look 🤍
Re-sharing this citrus DIY because it’s that time Re-sharing this citrus DIY because it’s that time of year again and honestly it makes the whole house smell amazing. 

Super easy Airfryer dehydrated oranges, lemons and limes - perfect for tree décor, garlands or just looking lovely in a bowl. 

Comment orange 🍊 and I’ll send you my method!
If you’re hunting for ideas and want a more curate If you’re hunting for ideas and want a more curated, personal shopping experience… I’ve genuinely done the legwork for you this year. 🎄✨

All the Christmas décor I’ve picked out, the gift guides  and our Tin Coast edits are gathered in one place so you don’t have to trawl through endless websites.

The link to my Shop My is in my bio — or just comment or DM and I’ll send it straight over. 💛
Officially in my cosy cottage Christmas era! The Officially in my cosy cottage Christmas era!  The mood board is giving bake a cake, light a candle, watch The Holiday with a Baileys 🎄🫶🏼. I have a link with all the sources and more lovely things - comment red and I’ll send it to you!
Things making me happy 🫶🏼 Things making me happy 🫶🏼
Ordering my advent candle and pretending I’m organ Ordering my advent candle and pretending I’m organised for December 😂. Comment Candle if you want the link to this lovely one in French or English! 🎄
The tree’s up and sparkling ✨ Just lights, ribbon The tree’s up and sparkling ✨ 
Just lights, ribbon, and a whole lot of cosy twinkle.
Most of the decorations are in our shop (30% off right now + very low stock 😬).
Want the tree + lights links?  Comment tree below and I’ll send them over 🌲💬
A coastal Christmas- nothing a little blue velvet A coastal Christmas- nothing a little blue velvet ribbon couldn’t sort out!  Comment blue and I’ll send you the link 🎀 🌊
Simple soft boucle stockings - but add Italian blu Simple soft boucle stockings - but add Italian blue velvet ribbon and suddenly it feels fancy!  Comment Stocking for links to this and more of our favourite ribbons 🎄🫶🏼
Stockings and bows have officially appeared - it’s Stockings and bows have officially appeared - it’s happening! 🎄  Comment Shelfie for links to everything 🫶🏼
A little start on the Christmas decorating.. 🎄 The A little start on the Christmas decorating.. 🎄 The garland’s up , a few trees are out and it’s already feeling festive!  Comment Shelfie if you’d like the links 🤍
Last year’s Christmas at the Georgian Flat - all g Last year’s Christmas at the Georgian Flat - all golden light, flowers and decorated fireplace before our move!  This year we don’t have a mantle to decorate.. but we do have rafters!  It’ll be a whole new kind of cosy and I can’t wait to put it all together 🎄🫶🏼
P.S.  The Georgian Flat is available for Christmas and New Year.  If you fancy making it yours for the holidays, just drop me a DM or comment for details!
Some of my favourite coastal table lamps – I love Some of my favourite coastal table lamps – I love the mix of texture and shape. I’ve only shown a few in this post, but if you comment lamp, I’ll send you links to all the others too!  Lottie xx

#CoastalTableLamps #CoastalInteriors #CoastalHomeDecor #ModernCoastal #CornwallDesign #HomeStyling #LightingIdeas #CoastalChic #InteriorDesignStudio #CoastalLiving
The mantle might be my favourite thing to decorate The mantle might be my favourite thing to decorate at Christmas — it makes everything feel instantly festive. ✨

I’ve kept it simple this year with greenery, twinkle lights and a few classic pieces. Comment MANTLE and I’ll send you the links to everything I’ve used (plus a few styling tips on the website). 🎄

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