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Introducing Leoma from Style The Clutter

From a career in PR to floristry and now interior styling, Leoma has all the key ingredients for a successful Instagram – and that is exactly what Style The Clutter is. We found her account after Leoma tagged us in some beautiful shots of her updated boot room using our hooks, and are now avid followers of her delicious home updates.  An eclectic mix of old and new, Style The Clutter gives us a tour of Leoma’s home, influenced by traditional rustic French style and mixed with clean contemporary Scandinavian design.

Leoma, we want to ask what drew you to this house, but it is obviously a stunning space! What features in particular sealed the deal for you?

I was instantly drawn to the high ceilings and beautiful period features along with the well balanced layout. Moving a bit further outside of London meant we were getting more internal space and a bigger garden too, so that was a massive drawing point.

When did you decide to depart the floristry world and move into interiors?

It sort of just happened! While I was pregnant with my son I struggled to keep on top of the floristry, as is was very physically demanding, so I focused more on the house. I also started helping a few friends out with their projects and it all took off from there… Since then I have done further projects all through word of mouth and of course I can’t seem to stop tweaking my own home, which is something I absolutely love doing.

What encouraged you to document the renovation progress online?

I was quite housebound when my son was born as he suffered from allergies, so I just started taking pictures of our home and bits that I was working on at the time. I wish I had documented more form the beginning, but we had already lived in the house for 1 year before I started Instagramming so had already done a lot of work to it.

You describe your home style as traditional rustic with a scandi twist, where does this influence stem from?

I went through a more contemporary phase in our last property however I have always loved mixing old with new, our current home lends itself to this style beautifully. However thinking about this more in depth, I think the traditional rustic side stems from my upbringing. My mother is French and loves antiques, as did my great grandfather who was a collector. I remember being wowed by his barn full of grandfather clocks and beautiful armoires as a child and used to love exploring through all his treasures.


How do you tap into adding your own personality into a home?

I think this is something that has happened organically over time. Colour, accessorizing, textures and pattern play a major part and say a lot about personalities and individual style. As I have got older I am a lot more confident using quite daring tones, especially as a colour pop within a room for example, painting just the inside of a door bright pink, in fact I can get quite carried away…

We love the branch feature above your dining table – inspired! This must be influenced by your floral background?

My floral background definitely comes out over Christmas and that was how the branch came about, as Christmas trees in that specific room always tend to die very quickly, due to the underfloor heating. I decided to hang a branch over the table and decorate it for the season, however it has now become a permanent feature and been up for 8 months, I love tweaking it each season and for family celebrations.

Which has been your favourite room of the house to design?

The utility/laundry room was the most satisfying, originally a very annoying dead space as its very narrow and quite small. It took me a while to figure out what to do with it, I even considered taking out a wall! However through creating a wall to wall coat rack with a storage bench below and cabinets on the other side with lots of shelving, it has totally transformed the room and it now works so well. For storage and as a second entrance to the house.

Which has been the most challenging?

The room we now have as a play room was quite challenging as it was a through room with no windows except for a glass door going into another room. The chimney had been blocked up, so it really didn’t have much to it. So we decided to open up the chimney and put in a stove, we took out the doors this opened up the whole area into the orangery/kitchen which works really well giving a nice flow to the house. I then brightened it up with fun kids accessories and a pink sofa, its’s now such a nice airy room for the children to play that will turn into more of a snug area when they get older.

If you could go back and give advice to yourself before starting up the project, what would it be?

I wish I had lived in the house longer, instead of making rushed decisions before we moved in. It’s always a good way of getting a feel for the space, however I sometimes think if you don’t go for it, you never will. So it’s about finding a balance between the two and perhaps not rushing so much and having a little mull… I also think it’s good to go for things that you really like and that will last and be timeless rather than a trend or something you are not sure about.

Last but not least, what is next for ‘Style The Clutter’ in 2018?

What next… I have started to revamp rooms/homes all through word of mouth for clients, which is very exciting! I also might open a little online shop at some point focused on styling the clutter, but this is still very much in the pipeline as I Iove being a mummy too, so I’m trying to work out a balance.


Wilton Lantern in Matt Black, Walcot Glass Pendant in Antiqued Brass, Chandler Coat Hook in Antiqued Brass

To see her full home transformation follow Leoma on Instagram. Read more about the work behind the pictures on her blog.

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Boot Room Style For Spring | Spruce Up Your Storage Space

A boot room, a porch, a utility room. These practical spaces might be where you stash your walking shoes and hide your coats to keep the rest of the house tidy, but there’s no need to overlook this wonderful styling opportunity. For busy families, dog owners and anyone who enjoys the outdoor life, a well organised boot room is a must have space that will revolutionise your home. If you can keep your coats, shoes, wellies, dog leads, umbrellas, schoolbags and any other outdoorsy kit in one designated place, it will make a huge difference to the rest of your house.

If this area is cluttered it’s not actually serving its purpose. You want neat, space saving solutions to make the most out of a room that is designed to be a transitional storage space. Follow our simple tips to clear away clutter and add a few well chosen light, wall and door fittings and you can create a boot room to be proud of.

LIGHTING WITH UTILITY IN MIND

BROOKE WALL LIGHT


This is a sconce your home really can’t live without! The Brooke Wall Light is versatile in that you can decide with orientation works best in your room…fix up or down depending on your preference.⁠ The Brooke is paired here with our 20cm medium Pendant French Drum Shade in Soft Gold Cow Parsley cotton. Known for its versatility, cotton is one of the most commonly used fabrics for lamp shade as it is lightweight, durable and has a softness which is ideal for diffusing light evenly around a room. Our cow parsley has a relatively large weave that gives it a wonderful texture akin to linen. It is uniform appearance and brings a rustic and understated beauty for a laid-back look.

STANTON PENDANT LIGHT

 An on-trend, versatile pendant light with a minimalist design that shows off the beauty of the bulb inside, our Stanton Pendant is a popular choice for kitchens, hallways, boot rooms and bedrooms. The Stanton Pendant’s slim and architectural lines are striking in a vatiety of finishes, but it’s the bold contrast of Matt Black which invites an industrial inspired silhouette into this space.

HARDWEARING METALWORK FOR A HERITAGE FEEL

You don’t need a lot of space, just some well thought out storage solutions to keep clutter at bay. If built-in cabinets are a non-starter, use a bench, chest, baskets or crates to store your kit and double up as somewhere to sit to pull off your wellies. Coat hooks are wonderful for keeping those essential coats, bags and leads handy but out of the way, while a mirror will make a small space seem larger. Those all essential wall and/or ceiling lights will create welcoming layers of light to illuminate your space all year round.

RAMSHOLT COAT HOOK

There’s always something to tuck away, so you can never have too many storage solutions like wall hooks. ⁠⁠The Ramsholt Coat Hook is attractive traditionally forged double coat hook in a hammered matt black finish.
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We make plenty of hooks in a selection of our beautiful finishes and ensure they are straightforward to fit on the wall or door for whichever purpose you need. Using our hooks in the nook of fitted cabinetry in a cloakroom for example is a thoughtful solution, leaving the floor space free to feel open, roomy and uncluttered with plenty of tucked away storage for any necessities.⁠⁠

THORNHILL MIRROR

A beautifully hand crafted and generously sized mirror that will give the illusion of further space in a smaller room. All our mirrors are hand forged and high quality – an everlasting home accessory to enhance any home.

INTERNAL LETTER PLATE

Banish draughts by using an internal letter plate on the inside of your door. A wonderfully weighty piece in forged iron to complete the look of your door furniture. Useful as they are, boot rooms can be draughty and cold, so it is worth incorporating some draught excluding solutions into your scheme.
Our beautiful internal letter plates are designed with a flap to keep out unwanted draughts and a heavy curtain in wool or tweed hung from a portiere rod or pole above the door is a brilliant way to keep out the cold whilst adding a heritage touch to your room.

FABRIC IN SOFT GOLD COW PARSLEY

When it came to choosing a colour palette for our new Cow Parsley Fabric, it was clear that plucking Jim and Sheena’s favourite views from their Suffolk farm would be translated into this new collection.⁠ An ode to the beautiful countryside we call home, Soft Gold is inspired by the glowing warmth of late September light, fire embers in December and the flourishing tones of daffodils come March. This collection conjures memories just like these: kicking off muddy boots at the doorstep and warming your hands on the radiator, admiring the first blooms of spring and the hum of wildlife in the trees. Our Cow Parsley collection neatly encapsulates all of these small seasonal joys into something you can admire all year round as part of your interior.
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HUNSTANTON VELVET CUSHION COVER IN SAFFRON

One for the maximalists. Our new Saffron Velvet is a highly pigmented cadmium yellow that adds drama and vibrancy to your decor. Choose from three lampshade styles and beautifully plush cushion covers to match.

WATERFORD CUSHION COVER IN ELEPHANT LINEN

Our Waterford Linens are soft, tactile fabrics made up of a selection of gorgeous dusky tones that lend themselves beautifully to soft furnishings, whether curtains, shades or cushions. Linen is a beautifully soft yet tough natural fabric that is prized throughout the world for its versatility. Used everywhere from bedding to upholstery and lampshades, families would pass their linen to the next generation such is its durability and longevity.

2 GANG MODULAR GRID SWITCH

Give your room an instant update by accompanying your favourite Jim Lawrence products with our matching switches and sockets. When decorating a room it is sometimes easy to miss the little extras that can add the design flare your room was missing. A white plastic switch is a sight we are all over familiar with, but with us you can find a unique alternative and never have to forsake style for function.

This 2 gang black modular grid switch features a hand forged steel hammered plate, finished in matt black to complete the uniform look alongside your lighting and other accessories.

MADE BY US, LOVED BY YOU

Do you want to see more? We are very proud of the quality of our workmanship and designs that we feel highlight the skill of our workers and their ability to make products that suit both contemporary and period properties. To view all of our home accessories and lighting visit our website.

For even more home interior ideas, keep up to date by following us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Don’t forget to tag us in your home updates– we love seeing our products in their new homes.

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Industrial Style Lighting | Utility Meets Charm

Industrial design marries sleek modernity with old warehouse charm to create the perfect play of contrasts in your home. You don’t need to live in a loft space, converted factory or even in an urban environment to achieve an industrial look – you just need to follow a few basic principles and you can completely revitalise your space.

If you are looking for lighting ideas, we have industrial style lighting in vintage and contemporary styles as well as pendant and wall lights influenced by reclaimed pieces and agricultural finds from Jim and Sheena’s Suffolk farm.

We’re lucky enough to live in a country with a rich industrial history, whether it’s the mills, steelworks, warehouses or factories of our cities, or the agricultural landscape of the countryside. What better resource to influence your design choices or creative thinking?

Use your surroundings to inspire you. At Jim Lawrence we often go back to our farming roots to find ideas for our lighting and ironmongery. Our Bulkhead Outdoor Light was originally designed with Jim’s family farm in mind as he wanted to create a stylish and practical outdoor light for a converted cow shed. Similarly, our beautiful brass conduit kits were created to help Jim and Sheena tidy up exterior wiring on their barn. You can find out more about this clever accessory in our helpful conduit guide.

UNDERSTATED DESIGN

Industrial style lighting is all about practicality and versatility. Clean lines, simple forms and stark contrasts are a must, with an emphasis on natural materials and bare finishes. Made by us in our Suffolk workshop using traditional techniques, it’s no wonder our designs lend themselves beautifully to these more rustic hand finished colourways.

Our handsome, retro-look Aldgate Wall Light blends a classic lighting design with an industrial look to fit perfectly into the trend for stylish, vintage style lights for loft space living or kitchen lighting schemes. With its graceful swan neck arm and fully adjustable head that can be moved forwards and backwards, the Aldgate is the perfect combination of practical and stylish. Shown above in our contemporary Polished finish, this Aldgate is manufactured from solid high grade steel and polished to a deep, gunmetal grey.

To truly get the industrial look, find fixtures where the inner workings of the light are on show, such as a metal lamp holder, visible or oversized bulb and lots of braided cable. Originally, our cage-like Cowley Pendant was made to show off the beauty of a bare Squirrel Cage Bulb that was made for illuminating the sparse brick rooms of an old piggery on the farm. Refined by our design team to blend into a manner of interiors, you can now enjoy it in your home too.

MAKE THE MOST OF MINIMALISM

Make the most of your space by creating a clean, uncluttered interior that focuses on practicality and ensures your attention is drawn to your fixtures and fittings where you can make an impact with the bare essentials. Hanging pendants are perfect for introducing character and individuality into a scheme while keeping a sleek minimalist design. Choose ceiling lights with a simple outline and in block colours to create a bold statement and don’t be afraid to juxtapose modern designs with timeworn accessories for a great, layered lighting scheme.

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MAKE A STATEMENT 

As an alternative, naked bulbs paired with our Pendant Lampholders allow you to make a real ‘loft-inspired’ feature in the home. You can enhance the natural light whilst making a statement with unique or oversized bulbs. This beautiful kitchen belons to Sian from @restore_home_. Read our interview with Sian, exploring more of her vintage-look home which is framed with a cool industrial edge.

You can still get creative even when taking a minimal approach. We offer a variety of cut to order braided cable colours to mix and match with your metalwork and paint colours.

COMBINE FUNCTIONALITY WITH ELEGANCE

Our glass pendant lights will bring some sparkle to a space as well as show off the beauty of a heritage-style bulb, while our hand forged hardware will help you turn up the rusticity.

The Bellingham features a simple, cylindrical glass shade that is cleverly suspended from three brass arms, and a visible lamp holder for added dimension. Paired with our vintage-style chain and cable, these lovely pendant lights are made with kitchen island lighting in mind.

Clear glass shades bypass the visual imposition that can sometimes happen with weightier lighting and higher ceilings, allowing light to pass through whichever room you choose to place it. Pairing the beauty of these large hand blown domes with the blushing patina of our Heritage Copper is a sure way to marry elegance with a more rustic edge. Our Walcot Pendant in Heritage Copper is a popular choice for dining and living areas, inviting multiple levels of Great British Craftmanship into your decor.

FAVOUR METAL FEATURES

Handcrafted, metallic tones will complement natural building materials like wood, brick and plaster. Whether you want to dial up your rugged look or use something more refined, our collection of spun shades and hand forged accessories will do just the trick.

Wanting to create the perfect kitchen light using our Brass finish, we’ve taken one of our most popular pendants and given it a cleverly weighted pulley system so you can adjust its height to achieve the best light for tasking or entertaining. With its elegant silhouette and warm, on-trend antiqued brass tones, our Butler Rise and Fall Pendant Light is a classic kitchen pendant that will look fabulous hung above a kitchen table, island or breakfast bar. For a more pared back version, you will love the simple Butler Pendant Light.

OLD FASHIONED STYLING

Beautiful against this deep panelled backdrop, get the look with our Balmoral light in Antiqued Brass: combining the best of old fashioned styling with contemporary design to produce a pendant light that’s perfect for elevating a farmhouse kitchen. The Balmoral Pendants were designed with kitchen tables and breakfast bars in mind, with the shallow spun metal shade and vintage-look chain creating the perfect marriage of period style and industrial cool.⁠⁠

SLATE GREY FOR LOFT-STYLE LIVING

Our Heritage Copper and Antiqued Brass are classic industrial colours that will bring brightness and warmth to a scheme while our Polished Lacquer displays a beautiful steel patina and subtle pewter-like grey tone that is undeniably industrial in nature. For something unique that mirrors the feel of Brooklyn warehouse living, our Slate Grey finish is perfect for those of you after something a little different. Available in pendant hanging light designs and two of our most popular wall lights, this striking new colourway will instantly create a focal point in any contemporary or modern country kitchen or dining space.

With our Slate Grey Lexington Pendants gracing the modern country kitchen of designer Sarah Farrington, it’s clear this finish is not reserved for any one style. Experienced self builder, project manger and interior designer, Sarah of @farringtons_design is no stranger to a home renovation, and we love how our slate grey adds depth whilst invigorating her new build with character. We chat interior design, business and her plans for this incredible location here.

FACTORY INSPIRED WALL & SPOT LIGHTING

When it comes to colour schemes, designers often suggest sticking to a neutral palette in your home décor that is offset by fittings in moodier tones of black, grey and white. Our Matt Black, Slate Grey and Clay finishes are influenced by vintage factory lighting, offering smart uniform look to your lighting that works with any paint colourway.


The Pinewood Spotlight (above) has a mighty presence. Able to hold its own in a large space, the Pinewood is ideal for rooms with high ceilings. It can be fixed to a wall or ceiling, creating the perfect task lighting and is fully adjustable. The cog at the side of the light enables it to be angled up or down and fixed in place, while the whole light can be rotated fully to each side. For more suble choices, our more traditional spot lighting is wonderful for downlighting kitchens, hallways or supplementing your living areas with an another layer of industrial style lighting.

The Curtis Spot Light is an infallible choice. Traditionally styled and hand crafted, the Curtis combines the practicality of a spotlight with the beauty of our Club Wall Light with which it shares a similar spun shade.⁠ The Curtis is ideally suited as a down lighter for your kitchen, bedroom or living room. Its rustic finish and exposed braided cable gives it a retro feel which slips seamlessly into most interior styles.

This is our Fisher Wall Light, adding a subtle and gently diffused warmth to the interior of @warehouse_townhouse. Dark walls and brass are a no brainer when it comes to adding a quality lustre to your moody, industrial inspired interior.

SHOP THE INDUSTRIAL EDIT

To see all of our Industrial Style Lighting, visit our edit on the website for the whole range of lighting and accessories.

MADE BY US, LOVED BY YOU

Jim Lawrence has worked hard over the past 20 years to build up an international reputation for producing classic, high quality products. All our shades, curtains, cushions and blinds are hand made by our talented soft furnishings team here at our Suffolk workshop.

Do you want to see more? We are very proud of the quality of our workmanship and designs that we feel highlight the skill of our workers and their ability to make products that suit both contemporary and period properties. To view all of our home accessories and lighting visit our website.

For even more home interior ideas, keep up to date by following us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Don’t forget to tag us in your home updates– we love seeing our products in their new homes.

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Relaxed Coastal Style by Stylist Sally Denning

Many of us dream of living by the ocean, and if you haven’t, you will now. Even a quick flick through Relaxed Coastal Style by Stylist Sally Denning has us lusting after driftwood accessories, flowing linen curtains framing a sea view and worn wooden panelled shacks. After delving deeper into the beautiful homes that Sally explores in her book, it has us positively besotted with beachside living.

‘Country coastal’ is an interior style close to our hearts with the stretched out, pretty beaches of the Suffolk and Norfolk coasts a stones throw away. We love the laid back feel of the coastal homes that Sally explores, with the owners using locally sourced materials and beach-combed finds to kit out their rooms. These elements bring in on-trend style and an appreciative nod to the landscape around them…



A key motif throughout the book is the use of wood. Wooden beams, wooden panelling, rattan furniture, woven baskets and driftwood accessorised into homeware. Think brightly coloured beach huts to washed out window shutters. Even if you don’t live in an authentic wooden panelled house, there are many ways you can incorporate this look into your interior décor, such as faux-wood wallpaper, cleverly painted cupboard doors and preloved furniture. You can boost your external and internal vintage look by adding antiqued brass lighting and accessories like this modern rustic Isle of Sheppey beach hut.

Butler Pendant in Antiqued Brass, Barbican Pendant in Antiqued Brass, Edgeware Spotlight in Antiqued Brass


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Beige, stone and sandy tones come naturally to coastal homes. You might as well incorporate it into the design! There is so much fabric inspiration here, even where you least expect it. Linen curtains and upholstered chairs, textured rope and cream crochet. Even netting. These textures add layers and depth by taking inspiration from the external surroundings – a key step in coastal style. Why not try our range of soft linens as shades or cushions to bring in some texture rich natural tones?


Natural Isabelle Linen Candle Shade, Putty Killoween Linen Candle Shade, Cushion Covers in Linen



A coastal existence isn’t all sunshine and ice cream. Weather-beaten porch railings, rain and rust-stained tin rooves or fading paint and aged metal furniture make up a great deal of this book. Their existence is proof of their steadfast manufacturing, but evidence that living by the ocean can be tough and wearing. This is what we love about this book – the honesty. Sure, your interior can be as glamourous as you like, but it takes a certain kind of person to embrace an old property and make it their own in often remote and exposed locations. It requires great deal of hard work, but the character of such a place is an ongoing enjoyment for those who live there. To complete the look, add in other worn materials such as our Antiqued Brass or Polished light and handle fittings – a go to match for this faded look.


Erith Polished Cupboard Pulls, Pendant Lampholder in Matt Black with Braided Cable, Norfolk Drawer Pull in Polished



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We’ve cheated a bit here, because this is Sally’s own home (not featured in the book) which is too delicious to leave out. Decorating with the display items in a home can make or break a room. As is evident throughout the homes here, balance is the key. The Instagram hashtag #aquietstyle sums up the softness needed to pull off this look. It is immaculately considered, but executed in an understated manner. It is, in short, relaxed. Or rather it makes you feel relaxed. Using ancient bottles, hand-picked shells and wave-worn washed up glass might sound like clutter to some, but it’s these cherished finds that bring in personality and make a house into a home. For a shell you haven’t had to wash the salt out of, try our beautiful Scallop Wall Lights to bring a soft coastal vibe into your interior.


Scallop Wall Light in Antiqued Brass, Schoolhouse Drawer Pull in Polished, Chandler Hook Rack in Clay

Want to see more? Of course you do. You can order Relaxed Coastal Style, published by Ryland, Peters & Small, through Waterstones or Amazon. For a wealth of interior and exterior inspiration follow Sally’s Instagram @Blackshorestyle. See more by the talented photographer Benjamin Edwards. A special thank you to Sally for featuring our lighting and for supplying the images. Follow our Relaxed Coastal Style Pinterest board for more laid back décor ideas.

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Vintage style lighting in ‘The Cook’s Kitchen’

When we spotted an advert for Mark Wilkinson Furniture, we were thrilled to notice that our Foster Pendant Lights have been thrown into the mix!

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‘The Cook’s Kitchen’ by Mark Wilkinson Furniture

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Finding Comfort in Laid-back Luxury

The season where we seek comfort and embrace warmth in our homes is here. Choosing high-quality materials to enhance the space we live in feels more important than ever as we maximise the places we call home with items that transcend trends and answer the call for longevity and sustainability. In the name of quiet, laid-back luxury, we’ve curated a cosy autumnal look with a handful of long-standing Jim Lawrence classics that embody our ethos for great British craftmanship and timeless design.

A blend of rustic favourites and new, refined contemporary designs, creates a relaxed, lived-in look perfect for a transitional season. Layered lighting, rich satins and brass accents harnesses the power of warm tones and textures whilst prioritising a clean look that doesn’t feel cluttered.

“Autumn is a time to hunker down and feel cosy,” says Jim Lawrence co-founder and Director Sheena Lawrence. “Dialling up the ambience with different light sources is key for this calm feeling, and we felt that a colour palette of olive greens and warmer russets creates a modern, rustic look that is sympathetic to the season.”

LAYERED LIGHTING

Layering a space with pools of light from different sources ensures the area radiates comfort and calm. Balancing the traditional and contemporary in a modern rustic interior is important for creating a sphere of cosiness when the autumnal nights draw in.

Classic wall lights offer a gentler illumination than bold, directional contemporary lighting. Think of these wall lights as supplementary, helping to create additional layers of light in alcoves, nooks and to frame areas like fireplaces and seating areas with soft pools of light. They can also exist to serve a statement. Our Sussex Wall Light has been a Jim Lawrence staple for years. We were inspired by the floral motifs of Regency décor which we have tweaked to produce a more pared down, modern version for your walls. It has been fashioned from forged iron and hand painted in our subtle Old Gold finish for a luxurious look that makes it perfect for creating a feature in a period room or bringing a vintage look to a modern setting.

A central pendant can create a statement in a room where scale is carefully considered. No matter the size, however,  glass pendants reflect the light, bouncing the brightness back into the room rather than providing a visual stop. With this in mind, we chose to feature the latest addition to the Jim Lawrence collection: the Fluted Walcot Pendant. ⁠This new design features a fluted adaptation of its original shape; the sweetly scalloped edge bringing an ornamental look to this well-loved light.⁠

ENHANCING THE HOME

No coffee table is complete without a Samworth Oil Lamp. At a time to think about hunkering down and nesting, the Samworth is a go-to accessory for an autumnal and winter interior. For us, the Samworth is synonymous with the autumnal and winter months, bringing with it an old timey charm and the prettiest flickering flame.⁠ Light one of our natural beeswax candles in our Penfold Hurricane Lamp to enjoy more enchanting candlelight on these longer evenings.

THE GREAT OUTDOORS


There’s nothing quite like returning home at dusk to be greeted by a warm glow pouring from the windows.⁠ Further illuminating the house and garden with a Jim Lawrence outdoor light is a sure way to make this welcome home even warmer.⁠ Dainty lights like our Clipper and Harbour Wall Lights are perfect for bringing a nautical-inspired, vintage touch to porches, pathways and outbuildings.

DISOVER MORE

We would love to see how you translate these ideas into your own home this season, so don’t forget to tag us on Instagram or Facebook. For a wealth of home décor and interior inspiration, view our Pinterest page. To view all our lighting and homeware visit our website.

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Introducing The Little Mill, Abergavenny

Set alongside the River Gavenny, the 17th century Little Mill boasts a unique interior with a charming vintage appeal. The Welsh Mountain views and wild swimming spots on the doorstep are enough to entice you, but the rustic walls, a folky colour palette, and antique furniture are bewitching in their own right. Unpretentious in its approach, the Little Mill embodies cosy cottage styling in its most authentic sense. Unique in its simplicity, the house is dressed with traditional wool blankets and bedside candles, whilst colourful door frames and flooring adds a playful edge to whitewashed walls. We caught up with host Hayley to find out more about this historic Welsh hideaway.

How did you come to be the custodians of this beautiful property?

We were actually renting the property next to it, when it came up for sale. We had been looking for nearly one and a half years, so it felt like fate.

The Mill has incredible bones, can you tell us about the history of the home?

It is a late 16th century corn mill, sat next to the river Gavenny. I believe it was one of two mills in Abergavenny. At one point it was owned by the local Pen-Y-Fal Psychiatric hospital that loomed on the hill above. It produced flour for the people interned there. After that it was purchased by the NHS, and the local Doctor used to live next door. It fell into disrepair in the early-mid-19th century until it was purchased in the 90’s by two local musicians who began the works of restoring the old building.

Have there been any big surprises on your renovation journey? 

Too many to count! Some good, some bad. I love discovering the history of the building, so I was thrilled when we uncovered the old miller’s handwriting all over the lime plaster walls. We found the old mill stone in the undergrowth in the garden as well. I have no idea how we are going to move it, as it weighs a few tonnes! We have a lot of the old machinery including two large mill wheels and a 17th century staircase still in situ.

Your decor choices are intentional in their gently folky rusticity. Where does this influence stem from, do you have a background in design?

I did not grow up in the countryside or in cottage style homes but have always loved the aesthetic of a rustic country kitchen. I think it stems from my grandma describing her childhood in rural Estonia. It was a very simple aesthetic from her description, with a lot of handmade textiles, wooden furniture, and endless blankets in the winter. She grew up in a mill, so it is rather serendipitous that I have ended up living at one too.



What inspired the colour palette of your painted doors and floors?

As we were working on Little Mill, I went through so many colour changes, but one colour I always knew I wanted was the sorrel green floors upstairs. The colour is very saturated but without being garish and reflects the real natural tone I find in the garden in spring.

You’ve chosen to feature our beeswax ironmongery throughout, how easy have you found it to find new items that are sympathetic to the era of the house?

I love the beeswax finish. It is the right level of industrial and beauty that fits the mill perfectly. Brass finishes felt too showy for the rustic aesthetic. I have spent hours trying to find products to complement the building. Some felt to purposely ‘olde’ and others too new and shiny. I found the Jim Lawrence simple designs and finish worked in harmony with what was already there.

We’re interested in your sourcing secrets as a whole…where is your favourite place to gather antiques and other homely treasures?

I am an auction room addict. I don’t often get to attend them, but I am always looking online.

We love your dedication to ‘slow living’. Not just in terms of the aesthetics of the Mill, but the fact there is a vegetable garden to pluck from, no television, and a focus on enjoying all the nature on your doorstep. What can visitors expect when they book to stay with you?

We really want our guests to relax and step back from the day-to-day stresses when they visit Little Mill. There is a calmness in the space, which guests often remark upon, and the constant sound of the river rushing past can be very hypnotic.

Do you have any advice for others who wish to implement a simpler, more thoughtful approach to decorating their own homes?

Take your time. Don’t feel the need to finish everything in one go. Sit with a patch of colour for a while. Live with a painting in a certain spot, and don’t be afraid to change your mind the next day. Simple handmade items (whether it is furniture or textiles) always bring me so much joy. I have tried to allow Little Mill to breathe and tell its story, without feeling drowned in too much clutter.

What are your plans for the Little Mill going forward?

We are opening up the second half of the Mill in October which is really exciting. It has been a real labour of love and I can’t wait to have her finally open. We will also launch our artist residency in 2024.

Finally, a few quick-fire questions…

Three words to summarise how you want your guests to feel when they step through the front door?

Calm, quiet, informal.

Three words for when they leave.

Nourished, content, settled.

What’s the staple homeware piece that every house needs?

Wool blankets and beeswax candles.

Follow the Little Mill on Instagram (@little_mill_abergavenny) for more enticing interior shots and visit littlemillabergavenny.com to book your stay. To stay up to date with Jim Lawrence, follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest. Browse our website to see all of our hand forged and finished lighting and homeware.

 

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Suffolk Latch in Beeswax, Pendant Lampholder, Self-closing Portiere Rod, Beeswax Door Hinge 

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5 Creative Bedside Wall Lighting Ideas for a Cosy Bedroom

Looking for unique ways to light up your bedroom? Discover our creative bedside wall lighting for adding a cosy touch to your sleeping space. Bedside wall lighting can add a warm and inviting ambience to your bedroom, while also providing functional lighting for reading and other activities.

Bedside Wall Lighting can be installed directly above your headboard or on the wall next to your bed, creating an area of focused lighting for each bedside. We design and make a variety of adjustable options that allow you to direct the light where you need it most, as well as an array of styles, from vintage-inspired downlighters to more contemporary plug-in options.

THE CLUB

It’s no wonder that the Club Wall Light is one of our most popular designs. With its simply striking look and vintage inspired elegance, it’s a staple for many interior styles. The Club is made for creating cosy corners out of alcoves, archways and other architectural nooks, but is also extraordinarily apt at creating pockets of light in larger rooms for boosting the ambience where needed. The Club Works a treat when looking to add dimension to a bedroom setting, as you can see in this photo from @oakhomeinteriors. The Club is also available as a Plug-in, a Pendant and a Flush Ceiling Light.
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THE LIBRARY

The Hanson Library Light comes with or without a pull cord, and as a Plug-in Light so you can illuminate your bedsides appropriately.⁠ Featuring a slim, rectangular backplate originally designed for easy fitting onto narrow beams, bookcases and shelving units –  the single hinged arm still allows you to direct the light where you need it – making it a stellar choice for smaller bedrooms. @dynarghdesign have tucked this dainty light between the bed and window; perfect for switching on when it’s time to pull the curtains closed.

Jim Lawrence Library Wall Light

THE CARRICK PLUG-IN

Not only do our new plug in wall lights enhance your room with our statement, vintage-inspired look, but they free up room for all your favourite things where a table lamp might normally reside.⁠ @lynne_bramble_barn has carefully curated this bedside using our Carrick Plug-in Wall Light, leaving space to de-clutter any surfaces, allowing for greater personalisation and still giving this restful scene room to breathe. The matching cable holder (which you can fix wherever you need) helps to keep the exposed cable tidy but to-hand when you are dozing off with your favourite book.

 

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THE PUTNEY PLUG -IN

Easy to fit straight out of the box without the hassle of internal wiring, our plug-ins are an easy solution to bedside lighting, as illustrated hrere by @cb_trending. For those who wish to cast a soft light without losing visual impact, the Putney Plug-in Wall Light is gently diffused by the hand blown fluted shade: perfect for bedsides and living areas that require accessible layered lighting. The matching cable holder (which you can fix wherever you need) helps to keep the exposed cable tidy whilst maintaining the desired vintage charm.⁠

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THE MALDON

Our classic brass Maldon Wall Light is a neat, versatile wall sconce with an understated elegance that will look wonderful illuminating any kitchen, bedroom or dining room wall. Similar in look to our popular Chester Wall Light, we have adapted it to take a candle shade so you can choose the style and colour that best suits your interior. Here we have paired it with our popular Natural Isabelle Linen on a French Drum Candle Shade.

Jim Lawrence Maldon Wall Light

WHY NOT TRY A TABLE LAMP?

Layering your bedroom lighting with table lamps is essential for adding depth and modifying the energy around you. Bringing in pools of light from different sources like table lamps is the key to a balanced atmosphere whilst giving you the option to dial up the cosiness alongisde your wall lighting. Discover our 5 bestselling table lamp designs.

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THE FINER DETAILS

With us, you can match all your metalwork for a cohesive, stylish finish to the home. Visit our website to explore our range of switches and sockets, handles and cupboard pulls and much more.

Jim Lawrence Cupboard Pull

SHARE YOUR STYLE

For even more home interior ideas, keep up to date by following us on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest. Don’t forget to tag us in photos of your bedside wall lighting – we love seeing our products in their new homes.

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Introducing Donna from The Little Stone Cottage On T’hill

A writer and avid interiors lover, both of Donna’s passions are expressed through her popular Instagram account, @littlestonecottageonthill. Relaxed but brimming with personal detail, Donna’s home serves up laid back luxury with a gentle period twist. The 300 year old cottage is located in an historic Yorkshire village and suitably styled with floor to ceiling modern country charm. We caught up with Donna to find out more about her beautiful home. 

Donna, welcome to the Style Journal! Please tell us more about the history of your Little Stone Cottage On T’hill. 

We bought the cottage in 2012 – it’s over 300 years old, built in locally quarried Yorkshire stone and situated in an historical little rural village.

Your style leans into the contemporary, and though neutral in colour, your rooms always feels playful and inviting. How do you balance this look whilst staying true to the era of the house?

Everyone’s different, but when you live in such an old house, I prefer the bones of it to do the talking rather than overpowering it with patterns and excess colour. It’s all about balance. The neutral tones and soft fabrics we chose respectfully allow the house to shine, from the ancient beams and the uneven walls to the aging stonework… it’s all very beautiful and we feel so honoured to be a part of its history.

Let’s go straight go your bright and beautiful kitchen. Kitchens are functional spaces first and foremost, but so often they come to be the heart of the home. How do you make this practical space as comfortable as the rest the house?

When we moved into the cottage it had the tiniest kitchen and a very narrow dining room, but by knocking down the dividing walls and opening up the whole of the bottom floor we were able to embrace open plan living. We designed the kitchen area to have curved cabinetry for a softer, more relaxed feel. By blending the colours, textures and furnishings to complement each other, and keeping the palette neutral, the whole of the downstairs feels like one big room. We chose crushed velvets and linens to create a natural look that works really well with the rustic modern kitchen, making the most of every corner.

To anyone scrolling through your Instagram it’s clear you have an affinity for lighting. What’s the most important thing you keep in mind when layering light in a room?

I love ambient lighting. It enables you to enhance all those dimly lit areas (particularly in older houses), by adding warmth and depth. Whether it’s the gentle flicker of a candle on a window sill, a table lamp glowing warmly or some magical twinkling lights hung on a beam, there’s always somewhere inviting and cosy to relax.

We were delighted to collaborate with you on your recent bedroom re-style. You opted for the hand blown glass of the Putney Plug-in Wall Lights. What led you to plug-ins over traditional wall lighting?

Because the cottage is so old it’s always a gamble to start cutting out walls for lighting, so when we were introduced to your new Plug-in Wall Lights it was a real game changer. No professional installation needed, just a plug to pop in an existing socket. Genius!

How do you keep your home feeling fresh through the year, do you find yourself influenced by seasonal trends?

I’m not influenced by seasonal trends but I do like to enhance the cottage with seasonal flowers throughout the year. I’m very much a ‘less is more’ person though; one too many blooms or accessories can make the place look very cluttered, so I’m always minimal but thoughtful with any new additions.

We have to admit that we love seeing our customer Christmas interiors unfurl. How do you prepare the home for festive period whilst staying true to a ‘less is more’ approach?

Because the cottage is so small I like to keep Christmas decorations to a minimum. A Christmas tree, a simple mantel garland and a subtle Christmas tablescape is just enough without overpowering everything. I like to trim outside the front door too so the curb appeal isn’t forgotten!

A few quick-fire questions…

What are your top tips for making a house a home?

Layering with cushions, throws and rugs. Lots of mirrors to bounce the natural light around. Candles and subtle lighting. Make sure you make your home about ‘you’ and not what’s trending.

What’s your favourite room to style?

I love styling the whole cottage so I don’t have a favourite room. We’re fairly lucky though as it’s so full of character which makes it feel easy.

Your favourite Jim Lawrence product?

We have Jim Lawrence lights all over the cottage and each one lends itself beautifully to its surroundings, so I’d be hard too hard pushed to choose one…

Finally, what’s the staple homeware piece that every house needs?

A dog!

Follow @littlestonecottageonthill on Instagram to follow Donna’s styling journey and revel in her joyously written captions. To stay up to date with Jim Lawrence, follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest. Browse our website to see all of our hand forged and finished lighting and homeware.

 

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Lynfield Pendant in Antiqued Brass, Hunstanton Velvet Cushion Cover in Mole, Single Cottage Wall Light in Matt Black, Putney Plug-in Wall Light in Antiqued Brass.

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Winter Boot Room Ideas | Dress Up Your Home & Hunker Down

There is nothing quite like returning home from a winter walk, pulling your arms from your coat sleeves and catching a hint of lingering woodsmoke. Your hands begin to thaw as you kick off your boots and muse about what might be for tea. This is what the essence of a boot room is to us…a cosy space that says ‘welcome home’.

We love coming up with boot room ideas for every kind of house. Whether a traditional boot room, a porch or a utility room, there’s no need to overlook this wonderful transitional space. These might be tiny areas by the door where you stash your walking shoes and hide your coats to keep the rest of the house tidy, but for busy families, dog owners and anyone who enjoys the outdoor life, a well organised storage area to welcome you home will transform how you feel every time you walk in the door.

In reality you don’t need a lot of space, just some well thought out storage solutions to keep clutter at bay. If built-in cabinets are a non-starter, use a bench, chest, baskets or crates to store your kit and double up as somewhere to sit to pull off your wellies. Coat hooks are wonderful for keeping essential outerwear, bags and leads handy but out of the way, while a mirror will make a small space seem larger.

LIGHTING WITH UTILITY IN MIND

For an on-trend, versatile pendant light with a minimalist design that shows off the beauty of the bulb inside, our Stanton Pendant is a popular choice. The Stanton Pendant’s slim and architectural lines are striking in a vatiety of finishes, but it’s the bold contrast of Matt Black which invites an industrial inspired silhouette into this space.

This is a sconce your home really can’t live without! The Brooke Wall Light is versatile in that you can decide with orientation works best in your room…fix up or down depending on your preference.⁠ The Brooke is paired here with our 15cm Pendant Empire shade in Cream Killowen Linen. Linen is popular for it’s beautiful texture and softness which is ideal for diffusing light evenly around a room. The Brooke is excellent for highlighting a mirror or placed in a row lighting up a hallway to lead into the rest of the home.

HARDWEARING METALWORK FOR A HERITAGE FEEL

A fundamental item for your boot room styling is the humble coat hook. Hand forged by our expert craftsmen, they will fit even the smallest of spaces yet are sturdy enough to carry as much as you need to squeeze onto them. Layer with your coats, winter wools and dog leads and keep your home organised. We’ve styled this boot room with our Ramsholt Coat Hook: a simple, pared back design that offers both a storage solution and a stylish, slimline silhouette.

Banish draughts by using an internal letter plate on the inside of your door. This one is constructed from forged iron to complete the matt black look, but choose from small or large sizes in a variety of finishes.

Give your room an instant update by accompanying your favourite Jim Lawrence products with our matching switches and sockets. When decorating a room it is sometimes easy to miss the little extras that can add the design flare your room was missing. A white plastic switch is a sight we are all over familiar with, but with us you can find a unique alternative and never have to forsake style for function.

This 2 gang black modular grid switch features a hand forged steel hammered plate, finished in matt black to complete the uniform look alongside your lighting and other accessories.

KEEP IT COSY

The Hunstanton Velvet Cushion Cover in Mole is a must-have for autumn and winter. Adding a decorative cushion or two is a quick and easy way to invigorate a bench or other seating area with colour and texture whilst keeping to your budget. This richly tactile velvet makes a statement wherever it is used, perfect for adding a touch of luxury to this otherwise practical area. Use to contrast with rich blues and burnt oranges, or blend with faded earth and gold tones if you prefer a more mellow look.


To ensure your home is kept cosy, installing a heavy curtain in wool or tweed hung from a portiere rod or pole above the door is a brilliant way to keep out the cold whilst adding a heritage touch We’ve paired the dusky grey of our Mole Velvet above with the weighty weave of our Stirling Lovat Wool in cosy curtain form.

FURTHER HOME STYLING IDEAS…

We are very proud of the quality of our workmanship and designs that we feel highlight the skill of our workers and their ability to make products that suit both contemporary and period properties. To view all of our home accessories and lighting visit our website.

For even more home interior ideas, keep up to date by following us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Don’t forget to tag us in your home updates– we love seeing our products in their new homes.

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Welcome to the Jim Lawrence Style Journal.

We are a British interiors company creating beautiful lighting, ironwork and home furnishings from our Suffolk workshop.

This is where we share ideas that we love, show sneak peeks behind the scenes of our brand and offer a unique insight into classic design.

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Have you started your Christmas shopping? At our s Have you started your Christmas shopping? At our showrooms in Suffolk or Bath you will find an array of fixtures and fittings made to be the perfect finishing touch for your home. 

Visit us to pick up our latest brochure, take a fabric or metal sample and chat with our team members who are on hand to help you make those all important interior choices. 

There‘s not always a dog in a jumper to greet you, so do feel free to bring your own 🐾 

Visit our website via the link in our bio for details on our locations and Christmas opening times.
Our brand-new Woodland collection features cotton Our brand-new Woodland collection features cotton fabrics in a choice of beautiful patterns inspired by our Great British countryside. Weaving soft dusky hues with organic tones and textures, these new designs boast an array of intertwining vines, watercolour leaves and delicate animal motifs.

We’ve just added a range of cushions covers in soft, durable cotton, perfect for plumping up your sofas and bedspreads with comfort and colour.

Tap the link in our bio to enjoy the full collection.
When it comes to the home, first impressions aren' When it comes to the home, first impressions aren't always everything, but we can't help but be wowed by first glances when your homes are this showstopping. Thank you @revamping_the_edwardian and @no14.the.suffolks for sharing your beautiful photos.⁠
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From the outside looking in, the winter months make thresholds all the more inviting. In part it's the candlelight glowing in windows and the warm flood of light when a door is thrown open in welcome, but sometimes it's just the familiar way the lock clicks or the sound of a Christmas card being stuffed through the letterbox.⁠
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Good first impressions linger because of quality, and that's where we come in. Find comfort in the smaller details at jim-lawrence.co.uk.⁠
The key to successful #bedroomlighting is balance. The key to successful #bedroomlighting is balance.⁠
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We have spent many years making handcrafted lights for every size and style of room, and are continually adding to our collection to bring you designs that not only look beautiful, but fulfil the function required.⁠
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Whether you need a remedy for dark corners, high ceilings, quirky wiring situations or simply want to amplify the atmosphere, tap this image via the link in our bio to shop all our bestselling bedroom lights.⁠
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Thank you @theonebespoke for matching our Arlington Wall Light and Natural Isabelle Linen to your magical festive scene 💡⁠
Give the gift of choice 🎁⁠ ⁠ Redeemable aga Give the gift of choice 🎁⁠
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Redeemable against our whole collection, a Jim Lawrence voucher will be valid for 18 months so your loved one can take their time choosing the perfect item.⁠
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Tap this image via the link in our bio to order today.
Looking for a gift that will capture the warmth an Looking for a gift that will capture the warmth and love of the holiday season? A hurricane lamp, candle sconce or oil lamp will be treasured for years to come.⁠
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The perfect blend of beauty and functionality, our range of candlelight and accessories will help any space to shine.⁠
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Discover our full collection of #candlelight accessories via the link in our bio. ⁠
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For interior enthusiasts, it's the most wonderful For interior enthusiasts, it's the most wonderful time of the year...⁠an opportunity to add extra frills and highlight all our favourite corners of the home. A #christmaswreath is a faithful companion when it comes to exterior design, and we adore this one from Charlotte of @tothevillage. ⁠
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With some Jim Lawrence door furniture it's easy to make your #doordecor lovely every day, no matter the season. Whether you like to dress your home up or lean into a laid-back approach, there's a knocker, knob, letterplate, or lock for everyone in our collection.⁠
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Tap this image via the link our bio to enjoy each design in a number of finishes to match or contrast with your door colour.⁠
Illuminate your living room with confidence.⁠
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Discover how carefully considered lighting can completely transform your space. We've curated a shopping guide to help you find exactly what you need in one easy-to-navigate place. ⁠
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Tap this image via the link in our bio to visit our new 'shop by room' inspiration pages.⁠
If you've passed by one of our showrooms you've de If you've passed by one of our showrooms you've definitely seen the Ava glittering in the window, usually flanked by the smaller Mia or larger Orla to show off the full fluted collection.⁠
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A staple member of our lighting family, these teardrop-shaped, handblown glass shades are designed to capture light from within and out, radiating beautifully across all manner of rooms.⁠
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The three distinct sizes mean you can carry the look throughout the home if you see fit, or simply choose a big or small shade to best suit your space.⁠
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Tap this image via the link in our bio to explore our full range of Ava's, including track lighting, cascade and cluster designs or matching wall lights for every room of the house.
Never an afterthought or a mere practicality, our Never an afterthought or a mere practicality, our curtain poles and accessories are designed to look delicate whilst offering robust support.⁠
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Our wide range of bespoke curtain poles and accessories enable you to dress your windows (and doors) with sturdy quality and elegance: not something that always goes hand in hand.⁠
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Visit the Knowledge Base on our website for a helpful step by step guide on how to measure your windows ready for your made to measure poles or you can purchase a ready-made pole pack with all the accessories included.⁠
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Wonderful image from @nicolahuthwaite and her @torimurphytextiles curtain.
More Plug-in magic 🔌⁠ ⁠ This is the @divine More Plug-in magic 🔌⁠
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This is the @divinesavages new Drunken Monkey wallpaper paired with our bestselling Brooke. The luxury design house are opening their beautiful new showroom near us in Bath very soon, and we are delighted they have chosen to feature our lighting at work and in the home.⁠
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Shop this look by tapping on this image in the link in our bio, or simply visit the plug-in category on the Jim Lawrence website.
Sometimes a room can feel gloomy if your ceilings Sometimes a room can feel gloomy if your ceilings are low and your windows small. If you have beams too, this trio of features can contribute to a darker feel than you desire. Whilst a dimmed space is cosy and snug in the winter, sometimes a brighter lift is needed to help make the house feel like a home.

For lower ceilings or awkward nooks, a flush mount ceiling light will help you embrace our statement glass and metal shades without worrying about the overhead space. With a choice of sizes and finishes to choose from, there’s a perfect match for every home 💡
We love to indulge in interior imagery (we're fort We love to indulge in interior imagery (we're fortunate you are all so stylish), but with so many beautiful rooms to look at it can sometimes be overwhelming when you are on a mission for something specific.⁠
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With this in mind, we've added a brand new inspiration section to our website to help you narrow it down. Here you can shop by room or interior style, giving you a touch more direction when it comes to shopping for the home.⁠
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Discover more at jim-lawrence.co.uk or simply tap this image via the link in our bio to shop our favourite bedroom products.
Wiring our lights 🔌 This is how we do it… Ou Wiring our lights 🔌 This is how we do it…

Our products are designed and made using traditional metalworking techniques before they are hand-finished and wired up in our Suffolk workshops. When you buy from us, it really is us you are dealing with every step of the way. 

It is our belief that by managing each process ourselves, we can guarantee that every product we sell meets the exacting quality control standards we have set and for which we are renowned. Every item which you carefully select for your home is a beautiful result of our team #ManufacturingInEngland, ensuring that the longevity of these time-honoured skills continue to be maintained for each generation. Thank you 💡
Packed with new products, style ideas and inspirat Packed with new products, style ideas and inspiration for your home ahead of the Christmas season, this is a staple for the coffee table all year round.⁠
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Tap the link in our bio to request the latest edition of our brochure. If you would prefer to call us, please contact the Jim Lawrence customer service team on 01473 826685 or simply pick one up when you pop into our Bath or Hadleigh showroom ✨
As the brighter colours of the outdoors fade gentl As the brighter colours of the outdoors fade gently with the season, it gives us the perfect excuse to liven up the inside of the home with natures more vibrant pigments.

Our brand-new Woodland Collection features cotton fabrics in a choice of beautiful pattern and colour. Weaving soft dusky hues with organic tones and textures, these new designs boast an array of intertwining vines, watercolour leaves and delicate animal motifs.

These French Drum Candle Shades create a perfect finish for your Jim Lawrence wall lights. Each design is handmade here at our Suffolk workshop by our team of expert shade makers. Each colourway is available as a cut length so you can coordinate your look with matching curtains or blinds. 

Tap the link in our bio to learn more about these lovely new #lampshade additions 🍃
Deep mahogany tones enrich this space with a comfo Deep mahogany tones enrich this space with a comfortable yet refined vintage quality. We love seeing our subtle antiqued brass blend with warm colours; the golden light an alluring pull of both snugness and distinction woven into one.⁠
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Designed by @do_design_studio for @white_hart_hotel_lincoln featuring the timeless appeal of our beautiful Club Wall Light.
Today's Friday homes share embraces all your natur Today's Friday homes share embraces all your natural neutrals and favourite wall lighting 💡⁠
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1 & 2. This wonderful bedroom belongs to @emily.riter where she has chosen to feature our Holt Wall Lights to illuminate each bunk.⁠ The lights have a dainty stem and decorative backplate for adding a little interest to a more pared-back scheme.⁠
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3. Relaxed and pretty, this stairway from @joannaelliott.interiors features our Dulwich Wall Light. Similar in appearance to our popular Brooke Wall Light, we have added a spun brass shade, creating a downlit soft pool of light that is ideal for tasking.⁠
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4. The elegance of the Chester is hard to beat, and @baileyhomeinteriors always dresses this dining area in a cosy yet elevated manner to match.⁠
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5. @oursuffolkhouse using the perfect wall sconce for their cosy home: the Double Cottage. This was one of the first lights we ever designed and it is still a staple today.⁠
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The first designs we ever made (more than 25 years The first designs we ever made (more than 25 years ago) were elegant #walllights that were stylish but simple enough to suit many different rooms of the home.⁠
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Today we design and manufacture over 4oo different styles, offering gentle pools of light that elevate a space no matter the setting.

Enjoy our full collection via the link in our bio. Discover wall lights made to neatly flank dining tables or besides, enhance the glow beside fireplaces, or brighten the cosy nooks of your living room.

Thank you @lived_in_and_loved for sharing your magical home, illuminated by our single Morston Lights in Antiqued Brass 💡
A closer look at some more of our brand-new fabric A closer look at some more of our brand-new fabrics.⁠
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Available now as cut lengths, or choose to create handsome made-to-measure curtains and blinds crafted by our soft furnishings team. Opt for a #romanblind or select any of our #curtain heading types to suit your style.⁠
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Swipe to view the new fabrics in Spring Leaf, Waterford, Cavendish, and Watercolour Leaf.⁠ visit our website via the link in our bio to discover all of our exciting new patterns and colourways.
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