One of my favourite cushions I’ve come across whil One of my favourite cushions I’ve come across while sorting through everything recently...
I love the old fishing boats and seabirds on this fabric. It reminds me of vintage coastal textiles.
56 x 30cm.
Only one available.
Comment SHOP and I’ll send you the link 🤍
One bunch somehow became flowers all over the hous One bunch somehow became flowers all over the house 🌸
This weather has completely wiped me out 😂 Built f This weather has completely wiped me out 😂
Built for about 18 degrees and a cardigan really… mostly surviving on sea swims, iced coffees and hiding indoors in the afternoons lol.
Holiday stays in Cornwall, interiors, constant red Holiday stays in Cornwall, interiors, constant redesigning, coastal things, baskets everywhere, poodle supervision and me moving flowers around the house.  That’s us 🫶🏼
We first renovated this bathroom nearly 10 years a We first renovated this bathroom nearly 10 years ago in a bit of a hurry and at the time it did the job perfectly well… but over time it started feeling a little cold and not really in keeping with the rest of the house anymore.
Instead of completely starting again, we slowly updated the bits that weren’t really working — a huge shower instead of the bath, softer whites, more coastal shiplap, scalloped marble, a new window and lots of smaller details that made it feel warmer and more us.
We actually kept loads too — the old washstand, mirror, lights, taps, shower, towel rail and floor tiles all stayed 🤍
Swipe through for the full bathroom evolution… it took us years but we got there in the end 😭
A few little moments from recently ☀️ Honestly enj A few little moments from recently ☀️
Honestly enjoying Instagram so much more again now I’m just sharing the things I naturally photograph during the day instead of trying to make everything feel like “content” lol. 🫶🏼
My kitchen took a bit of figuring out 🙃 the slopes My kitchen took a bit of figuring out 🙃 the slopes made it hard as there’s no room for upper cabinets, shelves or even rails.  Played around with lighting levels and layered texture and pattern.  Everything is temporary lol and there’s more I’d like to do but I love it!  Ps I needed the big sink for poodle baths and they love it 😂
I’m getting Stamping Cottage ready for the season I’m getting Stamping Cottage ready for the season and my busiest time of year (slightly yikes!) and I’ve been thinking about the little things you actually notice when you stay somewhere on holiday.  Just little details that make it feel easy and happy.  I think those are the bits that you remember the most.  What do you notice when you stay somewhere? 🤍 Lottie x
I love it when I have time to get my sewing machin I love it when I have time to get my sewing machine out and throw myself into a project.  I bought this gorgeous @bennisonfabricsuk fabric so long ago - I just had enough for a cushion and then what else to do with the leftover scraps than to make sails for a little boat I’ve had for years!
This photo is taken from the bathtub in my bedroom (😂) with St Michael’s Mount in the background.  I feel like she’s happy being able to see the sea!  I thought about lining the sails but I’m so glad I didn’t, I love how the light comes through.
This little cabin room is one of my favourite spac This little cabin room is one of my favourite spaces in The Georgian Flat… 🤍. It’s tucked away and always feels peaceful and calm.  It’s just like sleeping on a cute ship but without the seasickness ha ha. 
There are two large king bedrooms in addition to this extra cabin room, so it works really well for families or a small group by the sea.
If you’re thinking about a Cornwall escape this year, bookings are open… You can book The Georgian Flat via the link in my bio ✨
Feel free to DM any questions, and there is, of course, a discount for my followers!
Lottie x
The living room at the Georgian Flat. Dogs are we The living room at the Georgian Flat.  Dogs are welcome!  The best girl in the world should probably be sitting on a blanket though 🙃  We are all spruced up for the new season - the perfect base for exploring west Cornwall.  Sleeps 5, central but leafy and quiet location in Penzance with parking.  Let me know if you’d like the details xx Lottie
Trying to get things done with my little sidekick! Trying to get things done with my little sidekick! 🫶🏼
A tiny ensuite… just 165 x 145 with sloping ceili A tiny ensuite…  just 165 x 145 with sloping ceilings thrown in!  The layout more or less designed itself. The shower sits where the ceiling is highest, and there was only room for the loo and basin to be opposite each other. 
I kept the palette soft and layered in texture — tiles, marble, wood, brass — which gives the space warmth and depth.
If you’re working with a small or awkward room, this is your reminder that it can still feel really lovely and elevated with the right layout and materials 🤍
A little scandi coastal moment for this apartment in Cornwall!  #tinyensuite #coastalinteriors #scandicoastal #interiordesignuk #smallspaceliving
I’m constantly rearranging (as stress relief ha ha I’m constantly rearranging (as stress relief ha ha) so I’ve added a few little spring layers in here… keeping it simple with soft coastal colours but with a lot of texture to keep it all interesting.  There’s 2 kinds of rattan, a touch of brass, some warm terracotta… and then I’ve mixed in a few patterns, I’m obsessed with this chocolate spotted jug with the delicate print of my GP and J Baker lampshade.
Also… I’ve had this chest of drawers for years. It came painted in this soft blue, but I keep thinking about stripping it back to pine 🤍
I can’t decide if that’s a really good idea or one I’d regret 🙃
What do you think — keep the blue or go natural?
Tiny ensuite reveal 🤍 This little shower room sits Tiny ensuite reveal 🤍
This little shower room sits up in the attic with sloping ceilings, so the layout more or less designed itself. The shower had to go where the ceiling was highest, the basin had to be narrow, and everything else squeezed in around it. Tiny rooms definitely keep you on your toes 😅
I went for pale textured tiles, penny marble on the floor, brushed brass fittings and a simple rectangular sink that’s actually surprisingly practical.
The style is what I’d call Scandi country, soft colours, clean lines and lots of texture.
It’s a good reminder that even the tiniest spaces can have loads of character and warmth when you layer materials and keep the palette calm.
I’ve written all about it on the blog, comment if you’d like the link.
Lottie x 🤍
I spent my Sundays cleaning Stamping Cottage and r I spent my Sundays cleaning Stamping Cottage and rearranging furniture lol but also had a lovely breakfast with my girl and a walk on the beach with the poodles. 🌸
Just a reminder that if you’re planning a Cornish escape this year, we now have a few places to stay… hurray!
• The Georgian Flat – sleeps 5 in central Penzance
• Stamping Cottage – a quiet little hideaway for 2
• Tin Barn – our gorgeous barn will sleep 2 and is nearly ready!
All designed by Tin Coast Design in our relaxed English coastal style.
If you fancy a stay by the sea, you can find more details through the link in my bio, or just DM me if you’d like to know more 🤍
Lottie x
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!)
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Christmas + Seasonal, Shop My Favourites · November 24, 2024

Gift Ideas for the Home – the Coastal Kitchen

We live and work in Cornwall, so it seemed a good idea to give you some Christmas Gift Ideas for a coastal home. I love to cook so I’m starting with gifts for a coastal kitchen, secretly hoping some elves might listen! These are great Christmas Gift ideas for anyone with a coastal home or who perhaps someone who hankers after living by the sea! It’s unashamedly whimsical, but if there’s one place you can be a little more playful, it’s a coastal kitchen.

Cooking is a caring and nurturing act. It’s kind of the ultimate gift for someone, to cook for them.

Curtis Stone



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I’ve chosen items from different price ranges to cover a range of presents you might need to buy. I always try to pair presents by adding a smaller related item to the ‘real’ present, this makes the gift feel super personal and thought out. I give examples of pairing gifts where I can.

Gift ideas for the home

Blue Scallop Dinner Plate

I love these Hand-painted Plates. Available in bowls and different sizes. Gift a pair or more – these Blue + White Striped Linen Napkins would be a lovely addition.

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Gift ideas for home

Perfect Pot Blue Salt

A small saucepan is such a great present for a cook especially at Christmas. Great for bread or cranberry sauce!

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Gift ideas for home

Italian Coastal Cook Book

A beautiful inspiring cookbook with recipes you’ll want to eat! Published this year to excellent reviews. Pair with this Olive Oil for a coastal mediterranean present!

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Gift ideas for home

Blue Ticking Oven Gloves

I always use this style of Oven Gloves – Love the Blue Stripe! Pair with the Perfect Pot above!

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Gift ideas for home

Zero Waste Kitchen Sponge

A pack of 6 biodegradable kitchen sponges. Add to a festive gift bag or basket with the lovely Cin Cin Tea Towel a bottle of washing up liquid (for fun!) and a bottle of wine.

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Gift ideas for the home

Large Blue Leaf Bowl

Nothing says coastal like blue and white in the kitchen! I adore this Hand-painted serving bowl.

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Gift ideas for the home

Bon Appetit Matches

These Cooks matches are a great size for a stocking filler. You could add this little present to any of the gifts here!

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Gift ideas for home

Hudson Salt Pig

Terracotta Salt Pig with a white glaze which looks fab in any kitchen. Pair with Cornish Sea Salt (obviously!)

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Gift ideas for home

Blue Stripe Tea Towels

Tea towels are another great stocking filler. Pair with the Lazy Fish Corkscrew and a bottle of wine for a great host gift.

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Gift ideas for home

Blue Stripe Mug

Coastal smaller mugs perfect for a morning cappuccino!

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Gift ideas for the home

Bamboo Cutlery Set

Get the coastal vibe of The Hamptons with this lovely bamboo cutlery set. Gift together with the Blue Stripe Tablecloth!

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Gift ideas for home

Blue Stripe Tablecloth

This cotton/linen blend tablecloth is a steal! It comes in many sizes, including square and circular, and in many colours — there’s a red stripe, which would be lovely for Christmas.

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Gift ideas for home

Terracotta Herb Pot

This beautiful terracotta footed pot is the perfect host gift – just fill with basil or any other supermarket herb.

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Gift ideas for home

Lazy Fish Corkscrew

Such a great Christmas Stocking filler for a wine lover — Three guesses as to what to pair this with…

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Gift ideas for home

Sadlers Apron Fox Red

Made from thick organic cotton and Santa red!

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Gift ideas for the home

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Gorgeous extra virgin olive oil in the loveliest bottle.

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Gift ideas for home

Anchor Bottle Opener

The Anchor Bottle Opener is one of the bestsellers in our shop. Looks lovely hanging up rather than sitting in a drawer!

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Gift Ideas for the home

Rosemary Focaccia Candle

Gourmand Rosemary Focaccia & Olive Oil Ceramic Candle in lovely blue/white striped ceramic pot!

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Gift ideas for the home

Cin Cin Oyster Tea Towel

A Tea Towel that is so lovely, you almost won’t want to use it!

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One of my favourite cushions I’ve come across whil One of my favourite cushions I’ve come across while sorting through everything recently...
I love the old fishing boats and seabirds on this fabric. It reminds me of vintage coastal textiles.
56 x 30cm.
Only one available.
Comment SHOP and I’ll send you the link 🤍
One bunch somehow became flowers all over the hous One bunch somehow became flowers all over the house 🌸
This weather has completely wiped me out 😂 Built f This weather has completely wiped me out 😂
Built for about 18 degrees and a cardigan really… mostly surviving on sea swims, iced coffees and hiding indoors in the afternoons lol.
Holiday stays in Cornwall, interiors, constant red Holiday stays in Cornwall, interiors, constant redesigning, coastal things, baskets everywhere, poodle supervision and me moving flowers around the house.  That’s us 🫶🏼
We first renovated this bathroom nearly 10 years a We first renovated this bathroom nearly 10 years ago in a bit of a hurry and at the time it did the job perfectly well… but over time it started feeling a little cold and not really in keeping with the rest of the house anymore.
Instead of completely starting again, we slowly updated the bits that weren’t really working — a huge shower instead of the bath, softer whites, more coastal shiplap, scalloped marble, a new window and lots of smaller details that made it feel warmer and more us.
We actually kept loads too — the old washstand, mirror, lights, taps, shower, towel rail and floor tiles all stayed 🤍
Swipe through for the full bathroom evolution… it took us years but we got there in the end 😭
A few little moments from recently ☀️ Honestly enj A few little moments from recently ☀️
Honestly enjoying Instagram so much more again now I’m just sharing the things I naturally photograph during the day instead of trying to make everything feel like “content” lol. 🫶🏼
My kitchen took a bit of figuring out 🙃 the slopes My kitchen took a bit of figuring out 🙃 the slopes made it hard as there’s no room for upper cabinets, shelves or even rails.  Played around with lighting levels and layered texture and pattern.  Everything is temporary lol and there’s more I’d like to do but I love it!  Ps I needed the big sink for poodle baths and they love it 😂
I’m getting Stamping Cottage ready for the season I’m getting Stamping Cottage ready for the season and my busiest time of year (slightly yikes!) and I’ve been thinking about the little things you actually notice when you stay somewhere on holiday.  Just little details that make it feel easy and happy.  I think those are the bits that you remember the most.  What do you notice when you stay somewhere? 🤍 Lottie x
I love it when I have time to get my sewing machin I love it when I have time to get my sewing machine out and throw myself into a project.  I bought this gorgeous @bennisonfabricsuk fabric so long ago - I just had enough for a cushion and then what else to do with the leftover scraps than to make sails for a little boat I’ve had for years!
This photo is taken from the bathtub in my bedroom (😂) with St Michael’s Mount in the background.  I feel like she’s happy being able to see the sea!  I thought about lining the sails but I’m so glad I didn’t, I love how the light comes through.
This little cabin room is one of my favourite spac This little cabin room is one of my favourite spaces in The Georgian Flat… 🤍. It’s tucked away and always feels peaceful and calm.  It’s just like sleeping on a cute ship but without the seasickness ha ha. 
There are two large king bedrooms in addition to this extra cabin room, so it works really well for families or a small group by the sea.
If you’re thinking about a Cornwall escape this year, bookings are open… You can book The Georgian Flat via the link in my bio ✨
Feel free to DM any questions, and there is, of course, a discount for my followers!
Lottie x
The living room at the Georgian Flat. Dogs are we The living room at the Georgian Flat.  Dogs are welcome!  The best girl in the world should probably be sitting on a blanket though 🙃  We are all spruced up for the new season - the perfect base for exploring west Cornwall.  Sleeps 5, central but leafy and quiet location in Penzance with parking.  Let me know if you’d like the details xx Lottie
Trying to get things done with my little sidekick! Trying to get things done with my little sidekick! 🫶🏼
A tiny ensuite… just 165 x 145 with sloping ceili A tiny ensuite…  just 165 x 145 with sloping ceilings thrown in!  The layout more or less designed itself. The shower sits where the ceiling is highest, and there was only room for the loo and basin to be opposite each other. 
I kept the palette soft and layered in texture — tiles, marble, wood, brass — which gives the space warmth and depth.
If you’re working with a small or awkward room, this is your reminder that it can still feel really lovely and elevated with the right layout and materials 🤍
A little scandi coastal moment for this apartment in Cornwall!  #tinyensuite #coastalinteriors #scandicoastal #interiordesignuk #smallspaceliving
I’m constantly rearranging (as stress relief ha ha I’m constantly rearranging (as stress relief ha ha) so I’ve added a few little spring layers in here… keeping it simple with soft coastal colours but with a lot of texture to keep it all interesting.  There’s 2 kinds of rattan, a touch of brass, some warm terracotta… and then I’ve mixed in a few patterns, I’m obsessed with this chocolate spotted jug with the delicate print of my GP and J Baker lampshade.
Also… I’ve had this chest of drawers for years. It came painted in this soft blue, but I keep thinking about stripping it back to pine 🤍
I can’t decide if that’s a really good idea or one I’d regret 🙃
What do you think — keep the blue or go natural?
Tiny ensuite reveal 🤍 This little shower room sits Tiny ensuite reveal 🤍
This little shower room sits up in the attic with sloping ceilings, so the layout more or less designed itself. The shower had to go where the ceiling was highest, the basin had to be narrow, and everything else squeezed in around it. Tiny rooms definitely keep you on your toes 😅
I went for pale textured tiles, penny marble on the floor, brushed brass fittings and a simple rectangular sink that’s actually surprisingly practical.
The style is what I’d call Scandi country, soft colours, clean lines and lots of texture.
It’s a good reminder that even the tiniest spaces can have loads of character and warmth when you layer materials and keep the palette calm.
I’ve written all about it on the blog, comment if you’d like the link.
Lottie x 🤍
I spent my Sundays cleaning Stamping Cottage and r I spent my Sundays cleaning Stamping Cottage and rearranging furniture lol but also had a lovely breakfast with my girl and a walk on the beach with the poodles. 🌸
Just a reminder that if you’re planning a Cornish escape this year, we now have a few places to stay… hurray!
• The Georgian Flat – sleeps 5 in central Penzance
• Stamping Cottage – a quiet little hideaway for 2
• Tin Barn – our gorgeous barn will sleep 2 and is nearly ready!
All designed by Tin Coast Design in our relaxed English coastal style.
If you fancy a stay by the sea, you can find more details through the link in my bio, or just DM me if you’d like to know more 🤍
Lottie x
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!)

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