Lisa Levis knows how to design beautiful bags. In fact, she’s pretty darn talented in creating all types of pretty things. Her accessories, bags and kitchen textiles make up the delightful lifestyle brand that is Betty & Walter, a place full of fabulous floral designs and contemporary awesomeness inspired by mid 20th century design. It should be called Swoonville – I’d totally live there.

The tote in question, named Treacle Toffee, is destined to live a long and happy life with its chunky cotton handles and hard-wearing matte PU coated cotton. Not forgetting the delightful tulips and basket weave background design. You like?

Happy Friday!

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P.S On the hunt for a new bag? Take a look through my previous tote bags featured!

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For those days when you need cheering up, a touch of kitsch, a pop of colour or simply wearing a bird brooch on your lapel can work wonders – trust me on this. The person responsible for such whimsical delights you’ll see below is Lady Muck of Whitstable. Her unique handmade accessories, jewellery and feathered fascinators are full of quirks and make ideal gifts for lovers of kitsch, retro and vintage inspired loveliness. 

She was kind enough to send me a couple of  her handmade pieces including the Bird Brooch, Heart Pendant and a lovely brown package tied up with string for my readers! Fancy owning a little whimsy of your own?

DISCOUNT OFFER FOR READERS

Readers of this blog can benefit from 25% off their total order using the discount code “HEART13” at the checkout. The offer also includes free postage to anywhere in mainland UK. Offer expires on 22 May at 12am. Enjoy!

GIVEAWAY

Lady Muck of Whitstable is also offering my readers the chance to win a lovely brown paper package tied up with string, including these adorable accessories.

The prize will include a Bird Hairslide, Old Gold Hibiscus Stud earrings and Ring.

ENTER

• Visit Lady Muck of Whistable and leave a comment below with your favourite item from the shop.

EXTRA ENTRY

• Follow me on Twitter and tweet the following ‘Win @Ladymuckstuff accessories with @m_heart_m  http://wp.me/p2xBrA-2pU #win #bloggers’

T&C (and all that jazz):

UK residents only. Competition closes Thursday 23 May at 5pm. Winners announced on this blog post shortly afterwards and contacted via email.

Good Luck!

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1. Keep a clean and tidy bedroom with empty floors and everything in its place.  NOTE TO SELF.

2. Read books in bed before you go to sleep. I try to keep magazines out of the bedroom, otherwise I can’t switch off and inspiration takes over my silly brain. Escapism is key. 

Via Apartment Therapy and Better Homes

3. Have flowers by your bedside (as long as you don’t suffer from hayfever!). I find flowers relaxing and some, like Lavender, will prepare you for a sound sleep. A cup of Camomile tea also works a treat.

4. Keep your bed free from clutter. Let air travel underneath and don’t hang bags or clothes on your bed frame. NOTE TO SELF.

  5. Buy nightwear that’s comfortable, light and made from quality material. I love these pyjamas from Plumo.

6. Treat yourself to a luxury mattress or new pillows. It makes sense to buy a decent mattress considering the amount of time we spend on it! When we moved from a furnished rented apartment to our unfurnished house we had to buy our own (to my dismay). Thankfully I don’t wake up with an achy back anymore…I just don’t want to get out of bed.

Via House to Home

7. Exercise. When I go running or go for a long walk I can guarantee a good nights kip. I haven’t run this week or done any yoga, and I’ve noticed a BIG difference in my sleeping pattern. Lesson learnt (finds running shoes).

Do you have any tips to help you sleep better?

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I like knitted goods. In fact I would rather wear a snug pair of lambswool socks and curl up on the sofa with my blanket than wear a pair of sandals soaking up the sun – draughty houses have accustomed me to such quirks, my friends. So imagine my delight when I stumbled across the cosy accessories and homewares of  the London based brand, Catherine Tough, over my morning cup of English Breakfast.

Graduating from the Royal College of Art in 1999, Catherine’s passion to create modern and playful designs born from a traditional craft has inspired a range of gifts, accessories and homewares for you to own and love. Her charming products, including the lambswool fox and crow socks and are all hand knitted and finished in the UK. Pure warmth streaming through my laptop screen, folks…

Visit Catherine’s website for more snug inspiration.

P.S Explore the blog for more UK Designer-Makers.

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 Via Bread & Jam

• Watch old movies one night a week. For some reason black and white movies always make me feel good.
• Tell someone you appreciate them. Don’t buy them a gift or card, just tell them.
• Invite your friends around to yours on Saturday night to watch the Eurovision Song Contest. I promise an evening full of belly laughs.
• Fill a jam jar or milk bottle with flowers from your garden.
• Buy a sudoku or crossword book (not an App!) to keep your brain in check and away from your mobile phone.

Brew up and see my previous 5 Positive Things posts here.

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