Wishlist: British Seaside

This month's wishlist takes inspiration from the great British seaside outing. The only thing that's missing is a stick of rock!

1. Nautical bunting, £18 at John Lewis
2. Rhubarb and custard boiled sweets, £1.95 at The Sweet Treat Co.
3. Cheap day return London to Brighton, £19 at British Rail
4. Chips, £3.25 at Brighton Pier
5. Picnic on the pier dress, $89 at ModCloth
6. Tillary purse in bright mint, $148 at J.Crew
7. Crystal starfish studs, $48 at J.Crew
8. Seagulls picnic rug, £36 at John Lewis

Queen Victoria's Journals

Queen Victoria's private diaries have been made public for the first time. Chronicling her life from age 13 to her death in 1901, she speaks so openly and honestly. There are also some beautiful illustrations to be found; I especially liked this watercolour she made of one of her horses.

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Mark Hearld

I'm pretty excited about this gorgeous limited edition collection from Mark Hearld for the Tate Gallery. It's a beautiful bird-themed range encompassing everything from cushions to correspondence!

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Inspired...

...by the beautiful colours in this river delta in Papua New Guinea.

via The Telegraph

Toro Legno

I don't think I've ever been so enamoured with a home accessory as I am with the Kitchen Bull by Toro Legno. It even features a built-in chopping board, courtesy of its rear end!

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Marimekko S/S 2012

My visit to Scandinavia ignited an unshakable passion for the Marimekko brand. Only one month later and I have already amassed quite the collection of beautiful Marimekko dresses.

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Stig Lindberg

One of the highlights of my trip to Stockholm last month was the discovery of the work of Stig Lindberg, a mid century designer working primarily in ceramics for the Gustavsberg pottery factory. Lindberg's horse pottery is absolutely enchanting and definitely on my wish list.

Image via iiiinspired

Wishlist: Scandinavian Treasures

1. Kånken classic backpack, $75 at Fjällräven US
2. Raysmatto bowl, $25 at Marimekko Vancouver
3. Grannas Dalecarlian horse, €18+ at Ultima Thule
4. Alexander Taylor antlers, £59 at Theo
5. Almedahls sill tea towel, £11.95 at Illustrated Living
6. Asema coin purse, $18 at Kiitos Marimekko

A New Season

For as long as I can remember I have had a split design personality. The logical, reserved, corporate side of me loves minimalism - shades of grey, lots of white space and carefully positioned elements. The other rather suppressed side of me longed for bright colours, prints and patterns and the mess of fabric paint.

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3.11

Thinking of the 19,000 people who lost their lives and the 340,000 people who lost their homes one year ago today.

Photo: AP Photo / Kyodo News