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Scandinavian Home Office Essentials

I’m still working on plans for my home office, which is more likely going to be a home office corner rather than a whole room but I’m happy with that. I’ve been looking at some of my favourite interior design brands and have come up with this wish list of products for my perfect Scandinavian home office. You can see the inspiration for these pieces here in this post which I shared a couple of weeks ago. My idea is to create a space with just enough storage to keep things neat and tidy but not so much that it will encourage me to keep more than I need. I’d like it to feel clean and calm so I can stay focused, as I’m easily distracted by clutter and always feel the need to clear things away before I can begin on a piece of work.

I always like to have artwork around me and this print I’ve selected by Tom Shaw has this beautiful light and earthy moodiness, it’s the sort of photograph I can escape into in moments of chaos. I also like to have flowers or foliage on my desk, it’s another way to bring nature inside and has a calming effect on me. I recently discovered Flowerbx in London, they have a really nice selection of flowers and foliage (including eucalyptus) that can be delivered to your door.

Comfort is majorly important to me and is the reason I selected this particular chair by HAY. I’ve been testing out my favourite designs whenever I’ve had the opportunity over the last few months and this one came out on top for me. I haven’t managed to find it online but it is available in COS’s Kensington High Street store (sorry if you’re not based in London, it may be worth contacting HAY to find your local stockist).

I’ve been obsessed with this Skagerak desk for ages and ages! It’s called the Georg, named after designer Chris Liljenberg Halstrøm’s son. There are more pieces in the Georg series, all equally as beautiful in design, with a softness to each of them, thanks to their smooth rounded edges. The desk is a fairly standard size but if you’re looking for something slightly smaller, the Console Table is a little narrower and shallower.

Christmas Gift Guide: For Her 2017

So I’ve been a bit sneaky this year, instead of creating a women’s gift guide and a wish list like I usually do, I’ve combined them. I always want everything that’s on the women’s gift guide anyway so it made sense. The result is a bumper list of amazing products which I highly recommend. Each of the brands I’ve featured create the most amazing products and even if you don’t see something suitable here, please click through to their websites using the product links below, I’m sure you won’t be disappointed.

1. Toast Lotus Print Flannel Gown | 2. Otiumberg Gold Graduated Hoops | 3. Print Club London ‘Swimmers’ by Nadia Taylor | 4. Aesop Reverence Aromatique Hand Wash | 5. Sarah & Sebastian Small Disc Ring in Gold | 6. PB 0110 AB 52 Shoulder Bag in Black | 7. ‘House of Plants – Living with Succulents, Air Plants and Cacti’ Book | 8. Immunocologie The Luminous Kit | 9. Sort of Coal Bincho Water Purifier | 10. ARKET Recycled Cashmere Jumper in Grey | 11. Merci Maman Personalised Pastille Chain Bracelet | 12. Comme des Garçons Medium Classic Leather Wallet in Black | 13. An Organised Life 2018 Daily Planner | 14. Murmur Mura Wash Bag in Warm White & Indigo | 15. Geo Fleur Cacti Selection Box | 16. Rathbornes Bitter Orange, Birch Tar & Balsam Classic Candle | 17. Laboratory Perfumes Amber Eau de Toilette | 18. SEP Jordan Koutubia Embroidered Cushion Cover | 19. ‘Bowls of Goodness’ Cookery Book by Nina Olsson | 20. Another Country Mug | 21. True Grace Candle Wick Trimmer | 22. Everlane The Twill Weekender in Black

I’ve included all sorts in my gift guide, some obvious gifts like earrings, beauty products and candles as well as something a little more unusual like this beautiful print by Nadia Taylor at Print Club London and a box of cacti from the cool plant people at Geo Fleur. The gorgeous hoop earrings are from Otiumberg, a brand whose website I find myself returning to over and over again because I just can’t decide which pair of earrings I want most. Women will always tell you they need another handbag but they might not feel that way if they own one of PB 0110’s timeless designs. As long as it fits the world in (well a nice make-up bag and a few other bits) and is versatile enough to go with almost everything, it’ll be a big hit. Immunocologie’s The Luminous Set is perfect for anyone struggling with their skin in this cold weather, oil based products will keep them protected. And if they’re feeling really cold and just want to cosy up at home, a beautiful dressing gown should do the trick, I’ve not seen one more beautiful than this one from Toast. SEP Jordan’s geometric cushion covers are designed and made in Jordan by female refugees. The brand has given these women a chance to make their own money so they no longer have to beg for even the most basic things. I hope you find something wonderful for the important women in your life. Happy shopping.

Cooking Brunch with Morsø Pans

This post was created in collaboration with Morsø.

**Morsø** Frying Pan* | **Morsø** 1.7l Saucepan with Lid* | **Another Country** Irish Linen Napkin in Off-White | **Morsø** Mill ’14* | **Morsø** Salt ’14* | **Nicolas Vahé** Salt In A Bag* | **Meraki** Tea Towel in White/Grey* | **Another Country** Trivet | **Housedoctor** White Marble Cheese Board* | **Another Country** Big Bowl | **Another Country** Classic Cutlery | **Another Country** Dinner Plate | **Another Country** Pinch Pot

I’m not usually one for sharing what I cook at home, although cooking is something I love to do, and do often. However, I received these beautifully designed pans from Morsø recently and wanted to do something different to showcase them. I’m sharing one of my favourite Scandinavian-inspired brunch recipes, celeriac rosti with poached eggs and gravlax. I eat poached eggs like they’re going out of fashion and I like to mix it up a little and avoid having bread every time, rosti is my favourite alternative. As Morsø is a Danish brand it also seemed appropriate to cook something that’s quite Scandinavian.

Recipe For Celeriac Rosti with Poached Eggs & Gravlax

Ingredients:
½ red onion – finely chopped
½ celeriac – grated
5 eggs
side of gravlax
dill sauce
apple cider vinegar
20g butter
salt & pepper

Time: 30 mins Serves: 2

Method:
1. In a large bowl combine the red onion, celeriac, 1 egg and a pinch of salt and pepper.
2. Heat the butter in a frying pan on a medium heat.
3. Form 4 palm-sized patties in your hands.
4. Fry each patty for a few minutes, turning when you notice them start to turn golden.
5. Once cooked on both sides, remove them from the pan and place on kitchen roll to remove some of the grease.
6. Fill the saucepan with water and ½ a tablespoon of vinegar, and bring to the boil.
7. Poach 2 eggs at a time.
8. Place your gravlax, rostis and poached eggs on a plate, and serve with dill sauce.