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Spring has sprung and with it comes brighter mornings, lighter evenings and a new lease of motivation. There’s no better time to declutter, upgrade and really reorganise our living spaces.
For many of us, lockdown revealed the shortcomings of own four walls. When there is nowhere else to go, attention focuses on rooms and areas that aren’t working, and even as life begins to return to normal, our homes are likely to have to work harder for us for some time to come. “Which means Interior design has become such an important conversation,” says interior designer Emma Cross. Read the feature in our latest issue - also on online (website in bio)
Have you turned your kitchen table into a pop-up office? Or adapted your ironing board into a makeshift desk? As working from home (WFH)becomes the new normal for many of us, we asked Interior and Environmental Designer Naomi Sweeney how to create the perfect, yet healthy WFH space. Read what she says in our latest issue - also on online (website in bio)
It’s not only Provence where row upon row of fragrant lavender grows. Just outside Gifford, nestled at the foot of the Lammermuir Hills, is Lothian Lavender, who make the most gorgeous product range from dried lavender gifts to a luxury body-care range and hand-poured home fragrances, and includes; soaps, hand creams, pillow mists and natural soy wax candles. Read the feature in our latest issue and online (www.yourlocallife.co.uk)
There’s something about that laid-back, beachy style that has inspired countless designers. It’s cool, it’s casual, and most importantly, it never looks like you’re trying too hard. And, North Berwick-based Lovesurf have hit the nail on the head with their earth-conscious clothing, including; hoodies, sweatshirts, t-shirts, vests, t-shirt dresses, denim shirts and bags for both adults and children. Check it out in our latest issue and online (www.yourlocallife.co.uk)
Weekdays without a commute (for some) and weekends with little place to go can leave us feeling fidgety. So it’s no wonder thousands of us are going online or turning to Zoom to learn something new.
With summer just around the corner, many of us will look to shed a pound or two, or simply aim to eat more healthily as the warmer days approach. Head online www.yourlocallife.co.uk to read all about how the lovely people at The Dietarian can help support you with the 5:2 Diet. In our latest issue too!
We’re planning our next issue, out end of May. If you’d like to be part of it, we offer both editorial and advertising opportunities. Read more online www.yourlocallife.co.uk (in bio)
