Stripes have long been a classic design element in homewares, decorating, and interior design. They bring a sense of structure, rhythm, and boldness to any space, making them a go-to for adding personality and style. Whether used in a minimalist setting or as a focal point in a more eclectic room, stripes have the power to transform a space from ordinary to extraordinary.
Continue readingJoin Typography Print Queens The Nanas of Anarchy with a great guest post on all their best top tips and nuggets of advice on how to style the best gallery wall. With tips on gallery wall layouts, picture wall styles and the all important fixings. The Nanas of Anarchy are here to help you create your gallery wall of dreams.
Continue readingMeasuring up for a new lampshade can appear like a daunting task. There are plenty of things to think about including; the size of your lampbase, the size of the room, the style of the lamp and even which materials and colours to use.
Many of these questions can be answered through personal taste and preference but we have a few tips and tricks to share with you to guarantee you’ll find your perfect sized Love Frankie Lampshade.
Lets begin where we left off last week, with THAT floor…. Yes, all my flooring dreams have finally come true; as I step into my new store each day I am filled with an overwhelming sense of achievement. The bold black and white stripes laid so beautifully on a diagonal slant I know will be talking point for Love Frankie HQ for quite some time. I wanted to take a little time out to give…
Continue readingIts been a busy old week at Love Frankie’s new residence of 34 High Street, Totnes in Devon. We said a fond farewell to the lime green double layers of slat hell and welcomed the discovery of the beautiful tongue and groove paneling hiding beneath. Ceilings have been re-plastered, panelling has been sanded and the electrician has wired up more light fixings than I think he even cares to remember. Finally things were about to…
Continue readingKeys eh? Who knew you could get so excited about a pair of keys… These keys are no ordinary keys however, these are the goddamn mutha flippin’ keys to a shop, MY shop! Yep, we’re hitting the high street Baby! We are back once again, a lot like the renegade master you could say….. Lets bring you up to speed… Love Frankie started out on the high street back in 2009, where for two years…
Continue reading“So Matilda’s strong young mind continued to grow, nurtured by the voices of all those authors who had sent their books out into the world like ships on the sea. These books gave Matilda a hopeful and comforting message: You are not alone.” Roald Dahl Childhood is not easy. Books can offer a refuge from the challenges of being a small person in a complex world. A place to retreat into fantasy or learn from…
Continue readingAround this time of year, the Love Frankie team start thinking about half term and wondering what we’re going to do with the nippers while they’re off school. A good dose of inspiration for adventures beyond the front door comes from Pippa Small and her wonderful weekly round up of what’s going on in London for small fries Urban Explorer But it’s October and there will be some days when venturing out does not appeal.…
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