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14/01/2023
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Our Favourite Pancake Toppings

We love pancake day, who doesn’t? The opportunity to sink our teeth into sweet and soft mouth-watering pancakes, smothered in syrup & sugar… yum! When and what is Pancake Day? Pancake Day (also known as Shrove Tuesday) is on the 21st February 2023. It is a tradition celebrated before Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. Amongst the religious communities, Ash Wednesday is the first day of the 6 weeks of penitence before Easter. During these 6 weeks holy prayer and fasting will commence until the Easter celebration begins. Shrove... Read More

Featured This Month | A Stunning Transformed 1930s Bungalow 03/01/2023
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Featured This Month | A Stunning Transformed 1930’s Bungalow

Each month we hand-pick one talented Instagrammer to be featured in our Journal and in our Instagram guides. To kick start the year with timeless elegance, organisation and beautiful interiors, we bring you the exquisite home of Michelle @home.in.herts, a stunning transformed 1930’s bungalow. There’s nothing quite as soul-cleansing as starting off the new year with a good clean, to make space for a clear home and a clear headspace. We are all about getting organised for January and we can’t think of a better home to look to for organisation... Read More

2021 we're ready for you | The Basket Company 02/01/2023
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New Year, we’re ready for you

We are ready for 2023 and nothing but positivity and motivation runs through the walls of The Basket Company HQ. We are settling in to the excitement of what the new year ahead will bring us and we want to give you lots of ideas on how to prepare for a great year ahead, especially if you spend more time indoors. To kickstart the year in the right direction, we are here to help de-clutter your home, add in style and apply some fresh new lifestyle choices. New Year cleaning... Read More

How To Lift The January Blues 01/01/2023
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How To Lift The January Blues

Many of us face “the January blues” once the magic of Christmas and New Year’s Eve is over. The days are short and (often drizzly) which means that there aren’t a lot of outdoor activities to enjoy. Tuning in with the seasons helps lift our mental and physical health and as we embrace staying indoors until the warmer season returns, this journal entry should help to lift your spirits and warm the soul during the longest month of the year. Here are some unique ideas that may even turn into... Read More

31/12/2022
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How to deal with post-Christmas clutter

Is it just us or do you also just love cleaning up unwanted clutter that has magically accumulated during the exciting Christmas and new year period? We just love cleaning up after Christmas and taking down the decs for a fresh new start to a brand-new year and there’s nothing more satisfying then getting the house cleaned up as quickly as possible, so you can have your home back to the way it was in no time. From cardboard boxes and wrapping paper in the lounge to lots of excess... Read More

An Enchanting Christmas Grotto | The Basket Company 29/11/2022
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Featured This Month: An Enchanting Christmas Grotto

Each month we handpick one talented Instagrammer and their impeccably beautiful home to be featured in our journal and on our Instagram page. We are truly inspired daily by all the talent that we see and just have to share with you. This month we bring you an enchanting Christmas grotto by @home_joyr. It’s the most wonderful time of the year and within Joy’s beautiful home and garden lies a cluster of enchanting festive décor ideas. It’s the ultimate stylish and cosy Christmas haven as Joy has chosen the most elegant theme... Read More

28/11/2022
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How to dress the base of your Christmas tree

It won’t be long before the tree goes up and whether you prefer a real tree or an artificial tree at Christmas, the base can sometimes look bare and neglected beneath all of the twinkly, festive magic encompassing its branches. The secret to getting the Christmas tree perfect is to consider covering that empty space, whilst adding elegance to your décor simultaneously. This year, complete the tree from top to bottom and dress up the base of your Christmas tree, with some charming accessories. We have lots of ideas for... Read More

How To Make Christmas Better Than Any Year Befor 27/11/2022
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How to make Christmas better than any year before

What’s the most exciting part about Christmas for you? Is it having that first sip of warming, woody mulled wine, seeing the Christmas lights for the first time in your town, or wrapping presents for loved ones? Ours is popping on a Christmas playlist and transforming the house into a magical, glittering winter wonderland followed by an evening in front of a gorgeous Christmas film, accompanied with chocolate coins. This year we have upped our Christmas game to the next level and we cannot wait to show you what’s in... Read More

Homemade Christmas Hamper Ideas 26/11/2022
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Homemade Christmas Hamper Ideas

Hampers are said to be one of the most thoughtful gifts that a loved one can receive and we can certainly see why, who wouldn’t want to receive a basket full of their favourite things? The best thing about hampers of course is that you can tailor a unique gift specifically to them, which will make the recipient feel particularly loved at Christmas. This year, treat a loved one to a homemade Christmas hamper! We know that sometimes pre-made hampers can be a little pricey, so by creating your own,... Read More

Featured This Month | November 01/11/2022
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Featured This Month | A Cosy Scandi Sanctuary

Each month we hand-pick one talented Instagrammer to be featured in our journal and our Instagram guides. If are looking for the definition of hygge and truly encompassing the cosy season, look no further than the home of Carol’s @simplyhouseandhome, where “simple living” is embraced. A slower pace of life is natural in the countryside, however, Carol’s beautiful London-based home has the best of both lifestyles. In Carol’s home you will find details of cosy calm features, in every corner. The décor is designed with the serenity to escape the excitement... Read More