Green screams harmony

With all the snow and gale force winds at the moment, it can be difficult to forget that Spring is in full swing and not long before summer comes (hopefully). So, let's celebrate the season with less black and more colour. And what colour screams energy than green.

Green symbolises fresh energy and new life. In terms of decorating, green provides a calming effect while in fashion, it represents vitality and for some, fertility.

I'm green with envy for these unique headpieces from Flossie Golightly, the bright peacock pillow cover from Little Joobie Boo and to keep warm, the green cowl scarf from Heidi and Seek Boutique.

Supporting ARTHOUSE Meath Epilepsy Trust charity

Here's decor for a good cause: designs that are timeless and celebrate the artistic talent of adults living with learning difficulties and epilepsy. To find out more about the charity and the artistic collection of stationery, kitchenware, jewellery and prints, visit www.arthousemeath.com. Personal favourite: the blackbird mug.

Say hello to Helena

Helena Carrington is a talented illustrator who features her work on textiles and print. This Venezia red cushion is a vibrant reflection of Helena's eye for beauty and hand for the classics. Guaranteed to liven any home or office.

Source: helenacarrington.co.uk

Calm with Plumo

Discover the secret that is Plumo - ethical, natural homeware and fashion from around the world.

White lightning

Cottonbud canister, Rocking chair, Celeste gold bowls, Mr White number clock from Barker & Stonehouse.

Hommage to the classics

Classic furniture survives time and trends. With their collection of quality reproduced French furniture, Sweetpea and Willow are testament to classic beauty and designs.

www.sweetpeaandwillow.com

My favourites include the prettiest bed adorned with butterflies, the strawberries and cream Louis chair and the blue oasis blue motif chest. 

Step back in time and style and relax

Roberts revival  DAB radio, Conran Matador armchair, Vitra Eames lounge chair, SCP Oscar Armchair. Source: John Lewis, Cimmermann.

Secret's out - check out Culture Label

Culture Label is definitely the home of stylish products. The online store offers unique art and style at affordable prices offering designs from famous art houses and independent designers all in one tempting site. Highlights:

• Pearl person brooch by Hairy Sock
• Archie cushion by Chloe Croft London
• Square watch face mug designed by Sue Timne
• Tea cup stool designed by Holly Palmer
• Capitalist pig money box from Southbank Centre
• Bunny blossom pillow from BALTIC x Kozyndan.

www.culturelabel.com

Hidden Art

Why not combine art with homeware to create practical art that's functional and beautiful? Hidden Art's collection does exactly that! Highlights: the Embrace table chair, ribbon coat rack, Louis chair cushion and quirky bamboo urban gnome.

www.hiddenartshop.com

Spring bluebirds all around

Bluebird vintage cushion from Hunkdory

Rose & Grey

Finding the perfect shop is like re-living your favourite experience over and over again. Rose & Grey is a hidden gem full of beautiful homeware, furniture and decorative accessories. Treat yourself or a loved one.

Philippe Starck versus Eames

Philippe Starck is modern while Eames is classic. I'd say Starck's Caprice chair resembles Eames' plastic chair. A case of originality breeding imitation which breeds originality?

Eames inspiration

American designers Charles (1907-1978) and his wife Ray (1912-1988) Eames made major contributions in many fields of design including industrial design, furniture design, art, graphic design, film and architecture.
Famous work: Plywood Chair (1945), Eames plastic armchair (1948), sculptures, toys, Lounge Chair (1956).

Let's take a moment to celebrate Eames influenced designs from around the world:

Slipper chair, metal man sculpture, Rosewood smoke set, Stig Lindberg Spisa Ribb tea cup, ceramic dish.
Credit to ljindustries, mascarajones, handz and TimeValley on Etsy.com.

Monday love - The Egg Chair Design by Arne Jacobsen

One word describes the feeling this design stimulates: Cosy.
Slide in with a drink and a novel and relax.