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Tea Towel Mastery: What You Need to Know!
Posted by Alex Johnstone on
It's all about the tea towel! Have you ever wondered how the tea towel got its name? The tea towel, still called a tea towel, got its name from Victorian Era England where they started having tea parties. Teatime went from just tea and biscuits to a fancy High Tea in the late afternoon/early evening. Tea towels were designed to line tea trays and absorb spills while serving tea. They would also have covered food to keep things fresh, and to keep flies away if tea was served outdoors. Servants would hand sew the seams and embroider tea...
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It's all about the wrapping here at Indigo Prawn!
Posted by Alex Johnstone on
It’s all about wrap here at indigo Prawn! It’s all about wrap here at indigo Prawn! Just thought I would share this little gem of a wrapping idea with you all! Its just genious to make your bring a bottle gift a little extra special with one of my "oh so bright" tea towels. It is a double gift and puts a little wow factor into your gift. So watch my reel below and get shopping! you know where to come for that quirky brilliant homeware.... Just saying! Watch it HERE VIDhttps://youtu.be/tNTyxOgFfgw
Who doesn't like al fresco dining!
Posted by Alex Johnstone on
Are you ready for the great outdoors? What lovely weather we are having at the moment! THANK GOD! And as its warm and barmy outside its the perfect time to do a little dining al fresco! There is nothing better than a good barbeque in the summer and with that napkins are a must! When entertaining it is always lovely to have proper napkins and ditch the paper! So with that in mind let me introduce you to my Natty Napkins. I designed them with fun and colour in mind. Choose from a good variety of designs or you...
My love of the Sea!
Posted by Alex Johnstone on
IT'S THE SEA FOR ME ANYTIME! I don't often write about me but thought I would share my passion for the sea and explain how it is a central influence on my business! I have a deep connection and respect for the sea and the seashore! It makes me feel alive and happy! As most of you might know my designs are inspired by the Cornish coast. I love the colours of the seaside! Being there brings me great joy and I try and get there as often as I can. It is my...