Fenella Smith is an up and coming ceramicist with a beautiful new collection of tableware. ACHICA Living catches up with her to find out what makes her world, and her potter’s wheel, go round…
Did you always want to be a ceramicist?
I’ve always collected pottery and come from a very creative family so I guess it’s in my genes. My grandmot...View more
I'm very excited to hear that acclaimed London-based jeweller, Shaun Leane, will be on promotion at ACHICA tomorrow. Shaun Leane began his career over twenty-five years ago training at the bench in London's jewellery quarter, Hatton Garden. While working as a goldsmith, Leane began a long-standing collaboration with the late Alexander McQueen, creating provocative catwalk jewels that ...View more
This year’s London Design Festival has been more about the smaller pop up events than the huge, sprawling expos. Sure, design junkies have still traipsed round the many stands that make up 100% Design at Earls Court, but the biggest buzz has surrounded individual brands opening their doors, showing off their wares and keeping glasses topped up with champagne.
Pick of the week has to be Lee Broom’s Salon. The designer of t...View more
There's been some exciting innovations and creations to see at this year's London Design Festival and if you haven't had a chance to visit any of the shows at Tent, 100% Design and Design Centre Chelsea Harbour for examp...View more
Grab your moodboards! The London Design Festival 2011 kicked off this week and what an exciting week it looks set to be. If you're looking for inspiration in the way of fabrics and furnishings and great ideas for your home or just want a fun d...View more
When you think of the name Roux you instantly think of a Michelin star restaurant, quality food, superior ingredients and divine dining and that is exactly what I got last week when I attended a master class with the lovely Michel Roux Jr, who has just launched his set of professional quality saucepans with Greenpan.
We gathered at the excellently appointed 'L'Atelier de Chefs' in London's Wigmore Str...View more
I've just caught sight of Swedish design company Linum's latest launch of table linen and decorative cushions in collaboration with Elle Decoration, and what a gorgeous sight it is too. The Ecolo City design (above and below) was inspired by a 'meeting of nature and the city', where the organic and traditional shapes of nature have been given a contemporary twist. The range of tablecloths, runners, napkins and cushio...View more
ACHICA launches a new Art & Objects category on Monday September 19th with the focus on promoting the work of established British artists and also showcasing new emerging talent. We will be offering our members the opportunity to acquire ORIGINAL ART from some of the UK’s most exciting Painters, Printmakers & Sculptors, alongside makers and designers who are working at the cutting edge of contemp...View more
Use the latest monochrome wall coverings to add a touch of magic to your home. Choose from a range of quirky and creative designs from wallpaper depicting feline beauties to wall stickers that turn everyday items such as suitcases into works of art - okay, so they're not quite Michelangelo frescos, but they certainly do bring a blank wall to life and are an instant way to update t...View more
Every now and again I come across a cake book that I just can’t get enough of. You know the kind that every new recipe turns out well (and almost looks like the picture!) and it tastes amazing and becomes your new favourite. Well that is doubly so for Mich Turner’s Cake Masterclass, the ultimate guide to cake decorating perfection, by Jacqui Small. It’s packe...View more
Emily Peck
Emily is the Founding Editor of the blog. Her experience includes writing and styling for Grand Designs, Stuff, Real Homes, Ideal Home, Woman&Home, Wired UK, C4 and the BBC.
Pip McCormac
Guest Editor Pip is the Commissioning Lifestyle Editor for The Sunday Times Style magazine. He's also written for Stylist, Elle Decoration and StyleJunkee.
Emma Morton Turner
Guest Editor Emma has written and styled for Woman&Home, Style At Home, Feel Good Food, Woman and Ideal Home to name a few. She's also fab at making stunning cakes!
David Nicholls
Guest Editor David holds the position of Design Editor at Telegraph Magazine, sourcing stunning homes around the world and reporting back with the best designs from high street to high end.
Zia Allaway
Guest Editor Zia is a gardening expert, author of books including How to Grow Practically Everything and editor of Beautiful Gardens magazine. She also contributes to Homes and Gardens and The Garden Design Journal.
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