Selina Lake

Homespun Style Winners Announced!!

2012-03-05T07:04:00.000Z

Thank you to everyone who entered my Homespun Style Competition, I loved reading all your comments and hearing all about your own Homespun decorating Ideas & Makes. BIG Welcome to my new Followers too.

1st named picked at random is..... URBANSTEMS urbanstems.blogspot.com Congratulations you WIN a Signed Copy of Homespun Style and this Gorgeous Homespun Style Sign by Lovely Vicky Trainor.

Next 3 names picked out are:-
1. Annabelle of Three Red Apples
2. Jane of Teawagon Tales
3. Maartje of Silly Old Suitcase
You all WIN a Signed copy of Homespun Style!!

Sorry to those who entered who weren't picked this time - Signed Copies are available to buy via my Folksy & Etsy Shops. Plus I'll be Selling/Signing copies at my Homespun Style Book Launch & Homespun Market Event in London, come along from 2pm till 8pm on Friday 13th April - details here.

(Winners Please email over your postal addresses so I can get the Books sent out to you)- Image from Homespun Style photographed by Debi Treloar at Kasparas Norwegian Home.

Homespun Style Competition

2012-03-02T16:01:00.003Z

Final 3 Days To Enter

I've had some wonderful entries over the last few weeks for my Homespun Style Competition, thank you for your lovely comments! Now there is only 3 days left if you haven't already entered, do it now! Winners Announced on Mon 5th March 2012. The image above shows the lovely Homespun Style by Vicky Trainor which she has kindly donated for the 1st name drawn form my hat. All 4 Winners will also receive a signed copy of Homespun Style - Enter Here

Friday 13th April - Homespun Style Book Party & Homespun Market Event - 2pm till 8pm London

2012-02-27T08:14:00.002Z

I'm so excited to finally announce details for the Launch Party of my latest book Homespun Style (published by Ryland Peter's & Small). To Celebrate my 3rd Published book I'm hosting a Homespun Book Party & Homespun Market Event on Friday 13th April - 2pm till 8pm in the heart of Creative Spitalfields, near Brick Lane at Hanbury hall, 22a Hanbury Street, Spitalfields, London E1 6QR. (5 mins walk from Liverpool Street) Copies of Homespun Style will be available to buy for £20 each and I'll be on hand to personally sign them for you. Plus I have hand-picked over 20 designers/makers & Crafters which will be setting up a Homespun Market at the event where your be able to buy many of the items featured in the book plus loads more lovely handcrafted and vintage items for your home.

Come and say hello and enjoy a complementary glass of Fizz and Homemade cakes (Children welcome too!)

Featuring:-
Clare Nicolson
Abigail*Ryan
Ted & Angnes
Folly & Glee
Papermash
Abigail Brown
Catherine Hammerton
& Many more!!

Also I'm excited to be joined at the event by Writer Joanna Simmons who has added such interesting words to Homespun Style plus many of the homeowners featured in the book.

Please RSVP either by leaving a comment below or via Facebook/Twitter or email me at sylist@selinalake.co.uk and also let me know if you would like to reserve a copy of Homespun Style - Looking forward to hearing from you X

Change of Plan!!! Homespun Style Book Party..

2012-02-22T17:28:00.000Z

A little while ago I posted about my book Launch for Homespun Style being held at Liberty London - I just wanted to let you all know there has been a Change of Plan and I am now in the process of planning a new really exciting event to celebrate the launch! Not totally finalised just yet but coming together nicely - its now going to be held in April - watch this space for more info - coming soon!!

Selina Lake on Dottie Angel!

2012-02-22T16:58:00.000Z

A Little While ago Mrs Perfectly Peachy herself, Tif Fussell of Dottie Angel asked if she could interview me about my latest book Homespun Style for her VERY popular Blog The Ramblings of Dottie Angel and of course I said YES! Click here to read

I love Tif's crafty handcrafted style, I recently purchased her book Dottie Angel which is wonderful - so it was an absolute pleasure to answer her Spiffy Q's!! BIG THANKS Tif xx
(Image of one of her Dottie Angel Ltd creations)

Lovely Bunch

2012-02-19T07:19:00.001Z

Photography Sussie Bell
Woodmansterne Cards

A few moths ago Greetings Card Company Woodmansterne commissioned me to style some floral images for their framed collection. I'm excited this Lovely Bunch has been produced into a Mother's Day card. Its available to buy at most good Card & Stationary shops including John Lewis and I also have some for sale here. I can't wait to give one to my Mum!
(UK Mothering Sunday 18th March 2012)

Happy Valentines Day

2012-02-14T10:44:00.002Z

Today I'm sharing one of my favorite Romantic images from my second book Romantic Style with Photography by Debi Treloar, I hope everyone has a lovely Valentines Day Today x (The Roses were supplied by The Real Flower Company) So excited, my lovely Husband just surprised me with a gorgeous bouquet!

Homespun Wisdom

2012-02-13T07:14:00.002Z

Homespun Style - The Independent on Sunday
Photography by Debi Treloar

My Kitchen Table in Homespun Style

I feature the lovely Norwegian Home of Jeanette Lunde (Fryd + Design) in the Book.

Yesterday My new book Homespun Style (Published by Ryland Peters & Small) was featured over 4 pages in the Independent On Sunday's New Review with 5 images from the book, including one from my own home - My Kitchen table!! and one of the Lovely home of Jeanette Lunde (Fryd + Design) - Kate Burt Interviewed me for the feature and wrote a lovely piece about the book, if you didn't get chance to see it yesterday its online here*

Fryd & Design // Homespun Style

2012-02-10T07:07:00.000Z

Thanks lovely Jeanette of Fryd & Design for her sweet post - I'm thrilled we got to shoot her Gorgeous Home for my new book Homespun Style, it was a pleasure to meet Sweet Jeanette*
Homespun News:-
*Enter my *Giveaway Competition* for chances to WIN signed copies
*Come and check out Homespun Style's Facebook Page for More info
*Signed Copies of Homespun Style are available to Pre-Order here
*Homespun Stye is getting it's 1st Press Coverage this weekend in The Independent on Sunday Newspaper Supplement Magazine

Romanttiset Kodit

2012-02-09T10:23:00.001Z

Finnish Edition of Romantic Style

A little while ago I announced Romantic Style had been published by WSOY in Finnish here, I'm so pleased to have received my Finnish Copy now! (Romantic Style is also available in English, Thai & German)

Handcrafted Home

2012-02-02T15:28:00.001Z

Photography by Debi Treloar
Prima Magazine March 2012 Issue

So in love with these pillowcases by Rosehip!

I got to use some of my Homespun Styling in the latest issue of Prima, check out my Handcrafted Home feature all about creating a cosy homemade feel in your home, I feature some lovely creative products by these lovely people:- Alison Hardcastle, Bold & Nobel, Charlotte Love, Clare Owen, Folly & Glee, Jane Foster, Jenny Arnott, KitzieG, Lauren Moriarty,lou Rota, My Poppet Petite, Rosehip, Ted and Angnes and The Design Notebook March 2012 Issue - out now!

Homespun Style Book Competition

2012-02-01T17:44:00.001Z

4 Signed copies to Giveaway!

* To Celebrate the launch of my latest book Homespun Style (Published by Ryland Peters & Small) with photography by Debi Treloar and Words by Joanna Simmons, I have decided to run a competition, with four signed copies to giveaway. All you have to do, to enter is follow my blog if you don't already do so, and then leave a comment below telling me why you like the Homespun Look, or whats your best Homespun buy or about something Homespun you have made or been inspired by or who your favorite makers/crafts people are? (I'd love to know!)

I will pick the winners out a hat on Monday 5th March 2012 and the 1st one I pick will WIN a signed copy of Homespun Style and also a gorgeous Homespun Style sign courtesy of the very lovely Vicky Trainor of The Vintage Drawer, the next three WINNERS picked will also receive a signed copy. Please leave your comments by Sunday 4th March 2012, I'm so looking forward to reading them - Good luck! *

Sunday Morning - Flickr Faves

2012-01-22T08:22:00.000Z

So many inspirational images in one place - I LOVE Flickr!
Photo Credits: 1. Cup o' tea!, 2. butterflies and, 3. cupboard love, 4. New platter, 5. Tasmin in the lavender field, 6. Pats Treasures.us, 7. quaint tablescape, 8. The Loft D e C o R, 9. luisa's b-day!

Interview on Heart Home's Blog

2012-01-18T12:00:00.002Z

A short while ago the very lovely Kate Baxter of The Fabric of My Life Blog asked if she could interview me for the Heart Home Magazine Blog which she is a regular contributor!! Please click here to view the results.

Tesco Contemporary Collection

2012-01-18T09:25:00.000Z

A few images from a recent shoot I styled for Tesco Home/ Interior Collection New For Spring / Summer 2012,
photography by Sussie Bell

Vintage Floral Wedding - Selina Lake Style

2012-01-16T11:11:00.000Z

Wedding Magazine Feb/March 2012 Issue
Photography By Debi Treloar
Styling Assistant Charlotte Love

I'm super excited to share some Floral Ideas from my own Wedding with you, as it's being featured in the latest issue of Wedding Magazine in their new Wedding Flowers Section. My Auntie Linda made us this amazing wedding cake for us, as I wanted our wedding to have a Homespun Feel and we both LOVE proper Victoria Sponge!!

I made my own bouquet on the morning of our Wedding, I hand-tied these Amazing David Austin Roses and white stocks and secured with string, then added the White Ribbon and a vintage broach (My something old) I also made all my bridesmaids bouquets!

We asked some friends and Family to make cakes for our dessert table, my Mum made my favorite Fairy Cakes which I displayed on this Vintage China Cakestand, which my Cousin Hannah handmakes with her friend for their shop, Teacup Boutique. My Wedding Florals feature is spread over 3 pages, also well worth checking out in the same issue is a lovely article about finding the best Florist by Vic Brotherson of Scarlet & Violet and author of one of my fav new books Vintage flowers. Plus Fiona of Bluebellgrays gorgeous Scottish Wedding - I met Fiona last year when we photographed her lovely home for my new book Homespun Style, it was before both our Wedding days so we spent much of the day discussing our own wedding Plans with each other!! The Feb/March 2012 issue of Wedding Magazine, available to buy now.

Retreat Home & Gifts S/S 2012

2012-01-15T10:04:00.000Z

Retreat Home & Gifts
Photography by Sussie Bell
Styling Assisting by Charlotte Love

A few months back I spent a lovely few days Styling Retreat Home's New Spring / Summer Collection for their latest brochure, we had a fab time 'glamping' in homespun tents on the beach at Camber Sands, working with an USA Airstream and a 1950's caravan called Constance. A few images above from the shoot, to see the full brochure click here. Plus Check out Retreats new clothing range 'Shades of White' by Retreat. Happy Glamping!!!

Homespun Style * Images From My Latest book!

2012-01-09T12:04:00.001Z

I'm excited to share a few images from my 3rd Interiors Book - Homespun Style Published by Ryland Peters & Small with Photography by Debi Treloar and words by Joanna Simmons. Homespun Style follows the success of my previous books, Bazaar Style & Romantic Style, it will be released in March, its available to pre-order via My Etsy Shop Selina Lake Living now. In this book I show you how I've given this homely, crafty look a modern twist with vivid colours, tactile fabrics and bold combinations. The book begins with the Themes, from the basics of modern craft to making colour and pattern work. It also focuses on imaginative ways to recycle and reuse, from transforming furniture with a lick of paint to finding inspired new uses for everyday items. I love the Details and so we look at textiles, furniture, Lighting and display, while the third section, Spaces, shows how the style works beautifully in living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms, children's rooms, workrooms and even outside.

Homespun Style shows you Ideas for Outside Living

I share some ideas from my own home in this book - My Dad made the boxcrate above out of recycled floorboards, I use it to store some of my styling props.

Homespun Style is packed with tips on how to display and use textiles around your home.

I show you how to put a modern spin of a crafty look by using vibrant colours and bold combinations. (The gorgeous Blue bird was made by my friend, Abigail Brown)

Homespun Style also includes a Source Guide complied by me with all my favorite Homespun Style shops/designers/makers - plus a List of Blogs which I find Inspiring. I hope you like the look and sound of my latest book? *Come and find my dedicated Homespun Style by Selina Lake page on Facebook to keep updated on all things Homespun!!

โรแมนติกสไตล์ - Romantic Style Thai Edition

2012-01-05T17:12:00.000Z

Very Excited to find out Romantic Style has been published in Thailand !! รู้สึกตื่นเต้นมากที่จะหาสไตล์โรแมนติกได้รับการเผยแพร่ในไทย You can purchase the Thai Edition here.
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Happy New Year!

2011-12-31T11:11:00.000Z

Photography By Sussie Bell
Images I Styled for Prima Makes Magazine

2011 has been quite a year, What with 5 Weddings including me being a Bridesmaid for my Gorgeous Friend Gemma, one Royal Wedding in April and then being the Bride myself in September!! Planning my Wedding, becoming my Dave's Wife and having a amazing Honeymoon in Italy have all made this year one to remember... not to mention working on my 3rd book Homespun Style and finally seeing it in Print just before Christmas..and turning 30.. 2011 has been epic! Can't wait to see what 2012 has in Store... Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year.. lots of love XXX

Merry Christmas

2011-12-23T13:18:00.000Z

Photography by Debi Treloar

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas! X

Daily Mail Christmas Gift Guide

2011-12-15T09:31:00.000Z

Daily Mail www.dailymail.co.uk
Photographer: Aaron Tilley

These images are from a Christmas Gift Guide feature I styled for Today's Issue of the Daily Mail, The feature includes quirky ideas for the whole Family to see the rest click here.

Homespun Style Interview at Home

2011-12-12T13:27:00.000Z

I've had a lovely visitor this morning who's been asking me lots of questions and getting all the insider info about my new book Homespun Style!! I will post results soon, in the meantime here's a few pics from Home. X

Retreat Home Stars

2011-12-11T08:20:00.000Z

Photography by Sussie Bell

Styling Stars for Retreat Home available via Red Direct.

Honeymoon

2011-12-08T13:06:00.001Z

I've been meaning to post some of my iphone snaps of our Honeymoon, so finally here they are. Dave & I spent almost 3 weeks on a tour with Dave driving us over 3500 miles in his Pride & Joy - his lotus! Dave booked for us to stay our 1st night as a surprise in a beautiful French Chateau near Strasbourg which was really Romantic! We continued through France into Switzerland via the alps (AMAZING VIEWS) and spent a night in a sweet Ski Chalet, the next day we drove into Italy.

Bellagio

Venice

Gorgeous Bohemian Hotel Casa Raffaela Conforti in Maiori

Sorrento & Almafi

Homewood bound & Last night in another French chateau!

We enjoyed a night in Bellagio, stayed in a hotel with gorgeous views of Lake Como, spent a magical time in Venice and enjoyed a relaxing few days in Tuscany at Castellare di Tonda in our own Villa. We then headed down to the Almafi Coast which was wonderful, we spent some time in Sorrento (Where my Grandpa spent 6 years during the war) other highlights were visiting Pompei, Casale Martitimo and Pisa. Not to mention eating delicious Pizza's, Pasta's and Ice Creams... I also loved all the architecture pretty much all the buildings we saw were bella bella!!!. It was a WONDERFUL trip with my WONDERFUL Husband.