Rowen & Wren

Interior specialists, Rowen & Wren, have a special place in my heart. Not only because theirs was one of the loveliest tones to work with – warm, elegant and ever so slightly poetic – but also the loveliest people. I freelanced as a copywriter for them, helping to refine their tone of voice as part of a wider brand refresh. Here is a very small selection of my work for them – more is available upon request.

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Lucy’s Garden Journal – Spring 22

For some, it’s the start of the year that sprouts seeds of fresh hope. But, in my opinion, there’s no season more hopeful than spring. As winter releases its icy grip and bulbs begin to bloom, March through to May is a time that feels perpetually optimistic. Brighter days and balmier evenings suddenly become clearer on the horizon and, once again, the garden comes to life.

Foliage, at this time of year appears to pop up overnight. Thick and bouncy, punctuated by dashes of colour from the earliest blooms. Speaking of blooms, I decided to plant more Lily Regale this year. I loved them so much that I wanted to make sure there was plenty to enjoy inside as well as out. A few cuttings fill the house with the most gorgeous scent and it’s a real treat to be able to fill a vase with homegrown flowers. I love the other flowers that start peeping through at this time of year too – slowly bringing the garden to life. The Amelanchier tree is such a lovely addition to the courtyard, blooming early florals for spring before it gets its leaves and turns to a darker tone later in the year.

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Decorating with Old Furniture

You wouldn’t be mistaken to think that we have a soft spot for an antique. Purveyors of our own carefully selected, hand-crafted pieces we are, but we also understand the value of a good vintage (in more ways than one). Furniture that has been passed down to us has the ability to bring an element of softness in its sentimentality. While mixing the old and the new illustrates the very fact that our homes are ever-evolving much like we are – a unique mixture of our past, present and future. Let us also not forget that opting for a pre-loved piece is much kinder to the planet.

You may well have noticed that brown, or wooden, furniture has become increasingly popular which bodes well for antiques. Wood adds warmth and homeliness after all, but there’s also an element of personality that comes with an older piece – the story it has to tell, the era-specific style it exudes, the knocks, the dents, the patina that all bring a little something extra.

But, with so many styles to choose from, where do you begin? And what’s the secret to striking a harmonious balance between the old and the new?