Welcome to the seasonal living blog
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A seasonal journal dedicated to things to do, see, read, eat, wonder at and find joy in, as the wheel of the year turns.
Forever inspired by seeking simple ways to connect with the natural world and the perfect company for your tea break…
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Celebrating Summer Solstice – Simple Rituals For Midsummer Magic
Summer Solstice celebrations – the easy way. In this post, you’ll find a few suggestions for marking this beautiful seasonal shift with simple rituals and moments of stillness.

April Seasonal Living List : Opening Up
In this month’s April seasonal living list, I’m seeking out all the good things on offer – from the magic of the bluebell woods to the mundane chore of hanging laundry outdoors, there are plenty of tiny joys to embrace.

March Seasonal Living List: Embracing the Change
In this month’s March seasonal living list, I’m seeking out ways to embrace the change, explore new beginnings, and align with the quickening rhythms of nature.

Lovely Gifts for Nature Lovers – A Shop Small Christmas Gift Guide
Making considered and sustainable choices to keep afloat the talented makers and creatives we love is a tangible way to make a real difference to small brands.
Here are a dozen of my favourite picks for nature inspired gifts this year…

Your Seasonal Home || How to Scent Your Home for Autumn
In terms of natural options for scenting your home there are a number of simple methods you can choose from. Here are a few of my favourites for releasing the beautiful scents and benefits of Autumn essential oils.

Where the Wildflowers Are: A Journey into the World of Wildflower Folklore & Magic
The stories, legends, and beliefs around our British wildflowers are bursting with natural magic and mystery. The many tales that have been passed down for generations shape and guide our relationship with these ethereal plant friends.

Your Seasonal Home | The Best Essential Oils for a Naturally Clean & Healthy Home
Looking for a natural way to clean and freshen your home? Essential oils are natural fragrances, and they can be used to clean, refresh, and relax. In this blog post, I share my top 5 essential oils for a clean, healthy, and natural home.

Why do we celebrate May Day?
May is the jewel in the crown of spring, find out why we celebrate May Day, as well as simple ideas for celebrating at home.

Spring resurgence : why the spring season inspires change and new beginnings
Spring is the season of new beginnings, a time to start afresh with renewed purpose, and get back in touch with our inner selves and the natural world outside our door.

Spring equinox celebrations – 3 simple ways to celebrate the arrival of spring in your home
The spring equinox provides a perfect opportunity to prepare ourselves and celebrate the arrival of change, mark the shift in the season and invite the vital energy of spring into our homes.