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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Christmas + Seasonal · October 24, 2025

Christmas Gift Guide

Gift Ideas under £35

If you’re on the hunt for thoughtful Christmas gifts that feel special but don’t cost a fortune, this Christmas Gift Guide is for you. Every idea here is under £35, proving that it’s still possible to give something lovely and well-made without stretching your budget. These are the kinds of presents that work beautifully for a work colleague, hostess gift, teacher or that difficult to buy for friend!

From cashmere socks and striped pyjama bottoms to a trio of chutneys, scented body mist and personalised snow globe biscuits, each one is a small indulgence that feels a little bit considered. All the links are below and in our ShopMy which you can find here. Wrap it in my favourite way — brown paper tied with a velvet ribbon — and you’ve got a gift anyone would be delighted to receive!

Lottie xx


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Christmas Gift Guide

‘The Essentials’ Interior Design Coffee Book

The Art of Interior Design, a Guide to Furnishing, Decorating, and Styling Your Home by Caitlin Flemming

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Bell Candle Snuffer

Also available in a Santa, Poodle or Cat Shape. Pair with a pack of candles? I love these in Dusty Brown!

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Gorgeous Neutral Stripe PJ Bottoms

100% Cotton Muslin. Size up for a comfortable fit!

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Bella Freud Collection Room Diffuser

A limited edition range so be quick before they sell out!

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Personalised Snow Globe Biscuits

Send by post to your favourite people! Also available in Gluten Free.

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

The Best Shower Oil

The most luxurious shower oil with the most gorgeous scent.

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Cashmere Socks

Four colours – everyone loves cashmere!

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Bubble Letter Bag Charm

Love this for a cute personal gift.

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Espresso Martini Cocktail Mixer

Add a small bottle of Martini Vermouth and your gift stays under £35.

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Lovely Floral Hot Water Bottle

Love the padded fabric. Two other colours available.

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Beach Body Mist

A gorgeous scent for the holiday lover.

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Four In A Row

A wooden version of Four-in-a-Row. Pretty enough to have out on our coffee table and it’s so fun to play!

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Chequerboard, Half-Moon Make-up Bag

A new Make-up Bag is always lovely and this one has a fab colour combination and unusual design. Love!

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Leather Letter Key Ring

Available in Black or Cream. Such a nice gift – pair with a bottle of wine and add the keyring to the wrapping!

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Trio of Chutneys

A great foodie gift under £35.

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Decorative Matches

You could gift this with the lovely candle below..

shop here
Christmas Gift Guide

Log Fire Small Candle

My favourite candle scent! Pair with the decorative matches and still come in at under £35

shop here

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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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