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{"id":587386355926,"title":"Eco friendly laundry tips to save you money","created_at":"2022-04-28T16:58:17+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eLooking after your bedding is good for the planet, your finances and wellbeing. After all, who wants to sleep on bobbly sheets? So, buy well, make it last and sleep more soundly with these money-saving eco-friendly laundry tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy well, buy less\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe all know the mantra 'less is more'. Yet a recent poll found the average wardrobe contains 26 unworn items - and that's before you add in all the excess bedlinen under beds, in closets and drawers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinually buying more than we need not only leads to chaos in the home but to overspending. In our article \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/blogs\/blog\/create-a-clutter-free-sleep-environment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCreate a clutter-free sleep environment\u003c\/a\u003e, de-cluttering expert, Arianna Steigman, recommends you \u003cstrong\u003e\"keep just three sets of bed linen: one for the bed, one in the wash and one in reserve\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. The linen quality also affects how well it washes and wears, so look for sheets made from long-staple cotton for smoother, softer, longer-lasting bedding. Likewise, a high quality, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/collections\/pillows\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eresponsibly-made pillow\u003c\/a\u003e will deliver plenty of shut-eye - in many cases around 1,000 sleeps! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/blogs\/blog\/choosing-the-best-bedlinen-and-sheets#:~:text=Cotton%20grown%20in%20the%20fertile,lasting%20as%20Egyptian%20cotton%20bedding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRead our guide to choosing the best bedlinen and sheets.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePick your thread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCotton bedding can cost the earth in both sense of the phrase. But the price you pay doesn't always equate to low or high-quality goods - as you'll discover in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/blogs\/blog\/anyone-can-spin-a-yarn-5-common-myths-busted\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAnyone Can Spin a Yarn\u003c\/a\u003e. In fact, \u003cstrong\u003ea 300 or 400 thread count linen woven from good quality (long staple) cotton will be beautiful, durable and easier to launder\u003c\/strong\u003e in a domestic washing machine than a higher thread count which, unless you're going for that laid back 'crumpled' look, will need an energy consuming de-wrinkle with a steam iron. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse more, wash less often\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryday clothes and towels don't need a punishing washing regime. Unless we're talking undies or linen that's sweaty or stained, most items can be reworn rather than flung in the drum. It's a view shared by \u003cstrong\u003eThe Cleaning Institute who recommended washing towels (used for personal use only) after three uses\u003c\/strong\u003e which, if you shower daily, reduces towel cleaning to twice a week. In-between bathing, air \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/collections\/towelling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etowels\u003c\/a\u003e well as a damp towel is a nice breeding ground for bacteria and mould. If you do need to use the tumble dryer afterwards, you can improve its efficiency by keeping the filter clean. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash well and less often with our guide on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/blogs\/blog\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-towels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHow Often Should You Wash Your Towels\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGo for a cooler wash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lower washing temperature can save energy, reduce bills and still zap germs like bacteria and mould. While a Which? report suggests a 60°C programme delivers slightly better cleaning than a 40°C programme when it comes to greasy stains, bedding and clothes, the running costs increase by more than a half. What's more, washing at 60°C needs to be combined with a good detergent, treating stains and washing at 40°C or on the machine's 'eco' setting for a money-saving, planet-friendly clean. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHang it out to dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeally, we'd air dry all our linen outside. It costs nothing, is kinder to fabric and leaves linen smelling fresh. \u003cstrong\u003eThe ultraviolet light from the sun also kills bacteria, making it an all-round win-win.\u003c\/strong\u003e However, pollution, exhaust fumes, inclement weather, even the neighbour's cooking can rob you of that clean line-dried feeling - assuming you have an outdoor space. Luckily, there are stylish foldaway indoor airers and dryers to fit every space - ceiling airers and over the door airers to classic A-frame airers that will stand proudly in any room. An energy-efficient portable heated drying pod is also a good investment for those days when you need dry clothes or\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/collections\/linen%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e bedlinen \u003c\/a\u003esuper quick. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax out the load\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA washing machine consumers the same energy however big the load, so it makes sense to fill it up. An easy way to know if your machine is under or over full is to \u003cstrong\u003echeck there's a hands-width gap at the top of the drum before pressing 'start'.\u003c\/strong\u003e This will help ensure greater energy efficiency and perfectly washed laundry every time. \u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":78732820657,"author":"Katie Hawes","user_id":73783967921,"published_at":"2022-06-24T14:17:47+01:00","updated_at":"2022-06-24T14:17:47+01:00","summary_html":"\u003cspan\u003eLooking after your bedding is good for the planet, your finances and wellbeing. After all, who wants to sleep on bobbly sheets? So, buy well, make it last and sleep more soundly with these money-saving \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeco-friendly laundry tips.\u003c\/span\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"eco-friendly-laundry-tips-to-save-you-money","tags":"type:Blog, type:Simple Life Hacks","image":{"created_at":"2022-04-29T10:31:40+01:00","alt":"","width":600,"height":600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/articles\/400tcset-600x600.jpg?v=1651224700"}}

{"id":587388256470,"title":"Bring the outdoors into your bedroom","created_at":"2022-04-29T11:00:03+01:00","body_html":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDreaming of Blue Skies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bring the outdoors into your bedroom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBringing the outdoors into the home can have a huge impact on how we feel. Interior Stylist Emma Hooton shares her advice on creating a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-create-the-perfect-bedroom-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cu\u003ebedroom \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003elovingly inspired by the great outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefresh with bright skies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Nature-inspired colours, also known as biophilic colours, are naturally calming and one of the hottest interior trends this year. Even Dulux’s 2022 Colour of the Year is ‘Blue Skies’. However, while many blues evoke feelings of sky or water, paler shades with grey undertones create more restful spaces. A baby blue or blue with acid tones is likely to do the reverse. When decorating, the timeless combination of blue and white (think sky + clouds) never goes out of fashion. But if you want to add colour, forget the ‘blue and green should never been seen’ adage. Soft grey blues and sage greens especially can work beautifully together, as do blue walls teamed with pops of yellow gold and cream. Whatever colour you choose, toning the curtains in with the walls will help to bring a sense of flow and ease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/Crop_of_dulux_colour_of_the_year_480x480.png?v=1652181025\" alt=\"\" width=\"213\" height=\"261\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd natural and earthy features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCreating a nature-inspired or biophilic environment is all about engaging the senses, whether that’s through natural textures that deliver a deep tactile experience or fragrant flowers or plants. A lovely way to build sensory impact is to link back to the colour and form of flowers and foliage in the garden, or by introducing soft furnishings in natural fibres and beautiful earthy tones. Eco-friendly grasscloth wallpaper with its organic feel and grassy scent is perfectly suited to nature-inspired interiors, and works particularly well with soft earthy accents, such as soft blues and greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/188171814_835955970336004_3733777098324410088_n_480x480.jpg?v=1652180993\" alt=\"\" width=\"167\" height=\"223\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImage: @building_ribbons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreate an indoor plant oasis   \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Nothing screams outdoors more than \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/blogs\/blog\/style-your-home-with-flowers-and-foliage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cu\u003estyling with flowers and foliage\u003c\/u\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e As always, stick with the odd number rule by grouping houseplants in threes or fives for greater impact, and mix up pots for an artisan touch. Spiky plants such as cactus are a Feng Shui bedroom no-no for disrupting restful energy, so opt for softer shaped air purifying (e.g. areca palm) or money trees in wicker, wooden or beautiful rustic earthenware. Trailing houseplants look great cascading over bedroom shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/13-Flowers_plants_-_teresa_green_-_Copy_480x480.jpg?v=1652180353\" alt=\"\" width=\"308\" height=\"282\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle with floral features \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlorals have a granny chicness that’s very much in vogue. Along with wallpaper in big and bold or soft, blousy prints, floral headboards can make a great bedroom statement when they channel organic form. Modern florals tend to be contemporary versions of old classics, or revivals of a period style – check out suppliers such as Romo, Osborne \u0026amp; Little and Designers Guild for a botanical fix. As always, balance is everything so if you go for a big floral statement, consider toning down curtains and bedlinen, and let the curtains drape to the floor to elegantly soften the look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/Shaker_of_Malvern_2_EnfieldBlueLowRes_480x480.jpg?v=1652180447\" alt=\"\" width=\"183\" height=\"272\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImage: Shaker of Malvern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSleep in cloud-like bliss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To continue the nature-inspired theme choose \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/products\/hemstitch-200-thread-count-bedlinen-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cu\u003ehigh-quality bedlinen\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in natural fibres and bedding with an eco-friendly vibe. Soft, billowy duvets and pillows crafted from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/products\/eco-recycled-down-pillow?_pos=1\u0026amp;amp;_sid=c4f8aee76\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cu\u003erecycled down\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or made from botanic fibres help protect the natural world while delivering a good night’s sleep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmma is the founder of \u003ca href=\"www.studiohooton.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eStudio Hooton\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e which provides residential interior design services across London and south-east England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/Capture_a7e02db9-93d3-4893-b4b2-7b4445fb91f8_480x480.jpg?v=1652181537\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":78732820657,"author":"Katie Hawes","user_id":73783967921,"published_at":"2022-05-13T16:13:44+01:00","updated_at":"2022-05-13T16:13:44+01:00","summary_html":"\u003cspan\u003eBringing the outdoors into the home can have a huge impact on how we feel. Interior Stylist Emma Hooton shares her advice on creating a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-create-the-perfect-bedroom-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cu\u003ebedroom\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003elovingly inspired by the great outdoors.\u003c\/span\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"bring-the-outdoors-into-your-bedroom","tags":"readtime:3, type:Home Sleep Home","image":{"created_at":"2022-05-10T12:13:49+01:00","alt":"","width":2435,"height":2230,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/articles\/13-Flowers_plants_-_teresa_green_-_Copy.jpg?v=1652181229"}}

{"id":556180078769,"title":"Inspiring Women Around the World | International Women's Day","created_at":"2021-06-04T10:20:06+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eImagine not being to read a medicine label, or not having the numeracy skills to calculate change during a shopping trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to our customers, fewer women are struggling to cope with such everyday tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/IWD_480x480.jpg?v=1646670855\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePakistan has one of the lowest literacy rates in the world, with nearly 24 million Pakistani children - 16 million of which are girls - out of school\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e. To help make basic education accessible to all, regardless of sex, class or background.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTielle is working with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tcf-uk.org\/#our-work\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eThe Citizens Foundation\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (TCF) to bring about positive social change through education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the first batch of students enrolled 15 years ago, Tielle has helped TCF establish 1,411 schools in over 100 of the worst slums and villages in Pakistan, enrol 204,000 students across the TCF network and maintain a 50% female ratio at most campuses. A full female faculty of 12,000 members has also been established to help encourage more girls into education\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out how, from \u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/pages\/making-a-difference\"\u003eField to Bed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e, your Tielle bed linen is helping girls like Mahnoor and Amna positively change their lives, and their communities, and bring an end to the global gender gap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMahnoor Khursheed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter graduating from Al-Muhaimin Campus-II, Quaidabad, Mahnoor completed her matric in 2011 and secured an A+. She’s now undertaking a 5 year Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programme at Ziauddin University.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/pages\/making-a-difference\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eRead more\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmna Pervaiz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmna completed her matric from TCF Bhittaiabad 2011 and went on to secure an A in Inter in pre-medical subjects. She’s now studying a 5 year Pharmacy programme at Karachi University in order to pursue a clinical pharmacy or research career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/pages\/making-a-difference\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eRead more\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 See page 6\/36 in their 2016 Annual Report \u0026gt; https:\/\/www.tcf-uk.org\/resources\/(AR2016.pdf)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 See page 6\/36 in their 2016 Annual Report \u0026gt; https:\/\/www.tcf-uk.org\/resources\/(AR2016.pdf)\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":78732820657,"author":"Issy Bower","user_id":73784033457,"published_at":"2022-03-07T16:40:37+00:00","updated_at":"2022-04-27T10:29:42+01:00","summary_html":"\u003ch4\u003ePakistan has one of the lowest literacy rates in the world, with nearly 24 million Pakistani children - 16 million of which are girls - out of school\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e. To help make basic education accessible to all, regardless of sex, class or background. Tielle is working with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tcf-uk.org\/#our-work\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eThe Citizens Foundation\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (TCF) to bring about positive social change through education.\u003c\/h4\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"inspiring-women-around-the-world-international-womens-day","tags":"type:between the sheets","image":{"created_at":"2021-06-04T10:20:06+01:00","alt":"","width":1141,"height":1200,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/articles\/Ethical-trading-girls-image.jpg?v=1622798406"}}

{"id":587102716118,"title":"How to use lights to create a luxury hotel-style bedroom","created_at":"2022-01-31T15:04:50+00:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eFancy a bedroom that's as downright dreamy as any 5* hotel? Along with a good layout, a restful colour palette and a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/collections\/linen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003esnooze worthy bed\u003c\/a\u003e, you need great lighting. Neale Smith of lighting design consultancy, Foundry, shares some lightening tips. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"It's all about the guest experience,\" says Neale at Foundry, which designs lighting for luxury hotel rooms. \"But whether you're designing for a luxury hotel bedroom or a bedroom at home, they both need lighting that's practical and in keeping with the interior aesthetic. Any easy way to approach bedroom lighting is to break it down into three layers, starting with the functional layer. This lighting helps you carry out daily activities, such as the wardrobe lights that illuminate your clothes. Next up is feature lighting which we use to create interest, followed by 'final dressing'. This helps tie the scheme together, giving it a unique look and feel.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLayer 1\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFunctional lighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink about how you use the space. What time of day will it be used for most? Does it need to double as somewhere to work? Functional lighting (often referred to as ambient lighting) is the foundation of any lighting scheme, enabling you to navigate a room safely and carry out day-today activities, such as getting dressed in the morning with ease. Typical functional lighting fixtures can be achieved with a raft of basic fixtures including chandeliers, dimmable downlights, or ceiling-mounted lights. Main sources of light generally need a higher build wattage than lighting used for adding personality and warmth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLayer 2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeature lighting \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeature lighting, or accent lighting as it is also know, highlights the areas you wish to draw attention to within the space. This might be an interior or architectural feature such as a fireplace, a reading 'nook' chair or even a piece of artwork. Feature lighting helps you create little windows of interest that, along with all other interior elements, help to tell a room's story - its personality, whether it's intended to reflect the homeowners, a specific style or the home's architecture. Your choice of featuring lighting will be dictated by the mood and aesthetic you wish to create, but common feature lights include wall grazers and uplighters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/foundry_3_480x480.jpg?v=1643641989\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitzwilliam Hotel: Wall grazers draw attention to the view. © Foundry London\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLayer 3\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinal dressing \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayer 3 is the cherry on the lighting cake. It's a chance to reinforce the look or style you wish to create, whether that's a traditional room or something more boho chic. The final dressing of the space could include a statement pendant or chandelier - this could double as a piece of artwork in itself; wall lights that perhaps pick up on the room's geometry' or table lights in a colour, fabric or pattern used elsewhere in the room. Either way, layer 3 helps bring the scheme together by tying it into the room aesthetic. Every room has a story to tell, after all. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/foundry_1_480x480.jpg?v=1643642068\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIlluminated geometric lights pick up on the room theme. © Foundry London\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNeale Smith is director of Foundry, an award-winning team of expert lighting design consultants working on worldwide projects in hospitality, residential and retail.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin our\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/pages\/sleep-circle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e \u003cu\u003eSleep Circle\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for more sleep-related tips from leading experts in their field.\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":78732820657,"author":"Katie Hawes","user_id":73783967921,"published_at":"2022-02-28T16:26:54+00:00","updated_at":"2022-02-28T16:26:54+00:00","summary_html":"Along with a good layout, a restful colour palette and a snooze-worthy bed, you need great lighting. Neale Smith of lighting design consultancy, Foundry, shares some lighting tips.","template_suffix":"","handle":"how-to-use-lights-to-create-a-luxury-hotel-style-bedroom","tags":"type:Blog, type:Simple Life Hacks","image":{"created_at":"2022-01-31T15:14:56+00:00","alt":"","width":1035,"height":690,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/articles\/foundry_3.jpg?v=1643642096"}}

{"id":587102879958,"title":"How to invest in your sleep with ethical bedding","created_at":"2022-01-31T15:52:10+00:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eThankfully the mindless consumerism of recent decades is being replaced with a more conscious approach to buying goods. We all know that investing in quality supports the ‘buy well, buy less’ mantra and that is less is more, but do you know how to shop ethically and sustainably for your bed? We asked Tielle's very own ethical warrior, Catherine Morris, for advice on getting it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions to ask when buying bedding \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the product made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen shopping for eco-friendly bedding there are alternatives to virgin down fills. Duvets and pillows made from recycled down, recycled plastic bottles and sustainable botanic fibres such as bamboo are growing in popularity. But are these products as green as they make out? Here's the lowdown on what you need to know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecycled Down\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFar from an eco buzzword, recycled down has been used as a bulking agent for bedding and clothing since before WW1. The growing recent demand for down in high-end clothing coupled with environment concerns has however created a fresh need to reuse this existing resource, diverting it from landfill. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a by-product of this luxury market, the recycled down we use in our pillows and duvets comprises large down clusters. This makes the bedding luxuriously warm and light. The simpler processing needs of recycling down as opposed to virgin fills also involves less chemicals and energy, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. That said, recycled down is still sanitised to strict European standards before its second life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile recycled bedding involves fewer production steps, recycled European down still holds its value. Quality down is a luxury product however, the fill weight and fill power of your down cluster will impact the price. The higher the fill power, the more luxurious the down cluster. Pure down duvets tend to be lighter than lower fill power, feather-rich items because of the large down cluster. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/Pillows_Novegr_and_Suprelle_Eco5T-2_480x480.jpg?v=1643809737\" alt=\"FeelGood Pillow\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeelGood® recycled down pillow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tielle FeelGood® range is made from NEOKDUN® Eco-friendly 100% recycled down - the most sustainable filling material you can buy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecycled Bottles\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlastic bottles can be recycled into many things but recent innovations mean they can be made into high quality bedding fills. Leading fibre manufacturers such as Advansa create specialist fibres including \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/products\/suprelle-tencel-eco-fresh-pillow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eSuprelle® Tencel® ECO Fresh\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e clusters and DACRON® Comforel ECO made from recycling plastic bottles. Often these sustainably-made pillows and duvets are blended with other fibres such as Tencel wood pulp for luxurious comfort and feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond helping to reduce ocean plastic (a typical pillow and duvet use about 20 and 40 plastic bottles respectively), buying a product with the Suprelle® Tencel® ECO Fresh or DACRON® Comforel ECO label is proof that your product consists of premium fibres. It will also last longer than one made from cheap imported hollowfibre or microfibre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck: Look for accreditations such as the EU Ecolabel and the Global Recycling Standard for assurance that your product is genuinely green.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the product made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the quality of your duvet or pillow’s fill, the way it’s made will affect its lifespan, impacting its sustainable creds. A high-quality casing will keep your pillows and duvets cosy, comfortable and cleaner for longer. It also helps to prevent the filling from shedding which can weaken a duvet or pillow’s ability to keep you warm at night. Tielle \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/search?q=eco-friendly+bedding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eeco-friendly bedding\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is hand-filled using state-of-the-art precision machinery. This process helps to eliminate waste and ensure the soft, fluffy down filling in your recycled duvet is evenly spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck: Look for high quality casing and a duvet made from a baffle box or pocket construction as this is likely to provide lasting luxury for longer.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is the product shipped from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile air freight is faster, ocean shipping has a far lower carbon footprint. Importing locally and in full container loads can therefore contribute to a company’s environmental performance. In many cases it also makes it easier to maintain quality standards and transparency in the supply chain\u003cstrong\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Tielle pillows and duvets are filled to order in the UK using the finest materials, rather than being made abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck: Where is the bedding made? You can usually find out how a company is reducing their carbon footprint on their sustainability page. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the product and its packaging recyclable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile quality bedding lasts for longer there will inevitably come a time to say goodbye. While the first port of call should always be textile recycle banks, down and cotton are biodegradable, so if they do end up in landfill they will eventually break down.\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhen it comes to packaging, single use and non-recyclable plastics are a no-no for any responsible brand. Tielle pillows and duvets are packaged in perfectly sized recyclable packaging and reusable storage bags to avoid unnecessary waste. Packaging waste within our ISO 14000 certified warehouse goes to recycling, not landfill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck: Look for the retailer’s ethics and sustainability statement to find their commitment to sustainable packaging. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow transparent is the company?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough a brand may shout about its ethical fashion or bedding range, this doesn’t make it an ethical company if the rest of their products are damaging to the environment. A company that takes a genuinely sustainable or ethical stance will be only too happy to share their commitments with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck: Don’t be fooled by greenwashing. Make sure any claims or phrases on the company’s website, e.g. ‘eco’, ‘sustainable’ or ‘green,’ are backed up with accreditations and\/or scientific evidence.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat charities do they support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe charities or initiatives a company supports will help you see if their values align with yours. Companies sincere about making a positive difference will typically share that information on their websites. At Tielle we proudly support a number of causes including the Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) and the BCI global cotton sustainability programme. We also work with The Citizen Foundation (TCF), supporting the education of underprivileged children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatherine Morris is the Managing Director of Tradelinens, Tielle’s parent company. Catherine is a passionate ambassador of social responsibility and responsible sourcing. Her long list of achievements include helping the company become the first Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) trade linen member.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":78732820657,"author":"Katie Hawes","user_id":73783967921,"published_at":"2022-02-09T09:56:13+00:00","updated_at":"2022-02-09T09:56:13+00:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"how-to-invest-in-your-sleep-with-ethical-bedding","tags":"type:Blog, type:Home Sleep Home","image":{"created_at":"2022-02-02T13:53:13+00:00","alt":"","width":914,"height":617,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/articles\/snip.jpg?v=1643809993"}}

{"id":586731847894,"title":"Time to reclaim your bedroom space?","created_at":"2021-11-08T09:58:18+00:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eAlong with the pandemic came room reshuffling. Guest rooms turned into offices, kitchens became study spaces and garages places to work out. But as many of us continue to work from home some or all of the time, now may not be the time to ditch the guest room-office combo altogether. Interiors expert Emma Hooton of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/studiohooton.com\/\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eStudio Hooton\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e explains how a well-designed hybrid room can offer the best of both worlds: the perfect bedroom for guests, and an ideal space in which to study, work or chill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDouble your space with a multi-purpose room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmma Hooton, Interiors expert, Studio Hooton\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile an office study and guest bedroom have distinctly different uses, they can work well together. My preference is to celebrate their unique functions rather than to hide them behind a room partition or divider which can feel a little unwelcoming and disrupts a room’s flow. The trick for achieving the perfect bedroom-office space rests in achieving harmony, which comes from using balance, scale, proportion and repetition through colour, pattern or materials in exactly the right amounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop tips on tricking out your hybrid room\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/Twin_bed_with_desk_480x480.jpg?v=1636366552\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurniture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nailing furniture size is important for any layout. Furniture that’s too small in scale will make a room feel sparse and uncomfortable. Too-big pieces will make a room feel small and may even disrupt its circulation. You don’t want to side-step furniture or bump into corners as you climb into bed. Aesthetically, an elegant desk with refined legs and ideally a hidden storage compartment for stationery will flow better in a room that has to function as both an office and inviting bedroom. With the addition of a vanity mirror and light, an attractive desk table can also double as a dressing table when guests stay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChair: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhile the #1 must-have for any office chair is comfort, it also needs to look the part in a hybrid space. A stylish upholstered office chair is preferable to a big and bulky ergonomic chair more in keeping with the boardroom, and can also double as an occasional chair when guests stay. A \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/products\/herringbone-blanket?_pos=1\u0026amp;amp;_sid=8c408000a\u0026amp;amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cu\u003ethrow blanket\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e over the back of a chair can also help to create a welcoming look. Be mindful that chairs with high backs can disrupt the visual flow of the room, as will a chair with arm rests unless they tuck under the table. Chairs with height adjustment and modest but sufficient seat depth and width will look best in a mixed-use space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e A room needs a mix of light sources – overhead, task and accent lighting. This will enable you to adjust the lighting to suit your mood, function, e.g. sleeping or working, or the light needs of the time of day. A modern desk lamp can be a striking piece of home-office décor, not simply a functional tool for better ergonomics, and if attractive, can serve as a reading light when guests stay. Modern lights with different brightness levels and colour-temperature modes can help you better meet the needs of a multi-use space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Having \u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/blogs\/blog\/create-a-clutter-free-sleep-environment\"\u003ea clutter-free sleep environment \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003eis vital to helping you switch off and get a good night’s sleep. Ideally you need enough storage to hide away work items and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/products\/spa-grey-waffle-robe\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eguest robes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cu\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/collections\/linen\"\u003elinen,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e plus a few areas where you can have nicer objects and accessories on display. Nicely labelled fabric boxes are a quick fix way to store everyday clutter if you have open shelves. Fitted joinery however is generally the best way to make the most of any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/Guest_Bed_480x480.jpg?v=1636366595\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreenery: \u003c\/strong\u003eAside from the health and wellbeing benefits of including plants within the home, the colour, shape and texture of plants can help to unify a space and create a consistent visual experience. Plants also bring positive vibes to an office environment while softening the overall aesthetic, making them ideal for a guest room. Choosing the right plants for your room’s light and temperature is important as nothing looks sadder than a sickly plant. Plants such as dracaena, calathea or rubber plants are low maintenance and can survive pretty much any environment. Rounded leafy plants feel softer in a bedroom than spikey or sharp leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBedlinen: \u003c\/strong\u003eIt stands to reason that the bed in your bedroom-office needs to look super neat. Clean white \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/collections\/linen\"\u003e\u003cu\u003efresh linen\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e will provide a pleasing backdrop and help the bed recede. This will also project a better image in work video calls, though a virtual background is probably best! A quick way to smarten a bed is to drape a gorgeous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/products\/sabella-hotel-white-cotton-bedspread\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhite cotton bedspread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e across the entire bed, and to accessorise with a long white bolster cushion in front of your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/collections\/pillows\"\u003e\u003cu\u003epillows.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/collections\/linen\"\u003e\u003cu\u003ebedlinen\u003c\/u\u003e \u003c\/a\u003ealso needs to look clean and fresh. Adding cushions in pops of colour that tie in with the headboard or curtains can be a good way to further unify the office with the bedroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more tips on creating the perfect bed see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tielleloveluxury.co.uk\/blogs\/blog\/how-to-make-a-luxury-hotel-bed\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Make a Luxury Hotel Bed\u003c\/u\u003e.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/files\/Emma_Portrait_2021_480x480.jpg?v=1636364104\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmma is the founder of Studio Hooton which provides residential interior design services across London and south-east England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmma Hooton - \u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.studiohooton.com\/\"\u003ewww.studiohooton.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhotography by: Martin Gardner - martingardner.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":78732820657,"author":"Katie Hawes","user_id":73783967921,"published_at":"2022-01-17T11:28:54+00:00","updated_at":"2022-01-17T11:28:54+00:00","summary_html":"\u003cspan\u003eAlong with the pandemic came room reshuffling. Guest rooms turned into offices, kitchens became study spaces and garages places to work out. But as many of us continue to work from home some or all of the time, now may not be the time to ditch the guest room-office combo altogether.\u003c\/span\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"time-to-reclaim-your-bedroom-space","tags":"type:Blog, type:Simple Life Hacks","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-08T10:29:33+00:00","alt":"","width":1080,"height":864,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/2357\/9825\/articles\/Twin_bed_with_desk.jpg?v=1636367374"}}