Pretty in Pink - embrace the latest new decor trend this spring

Spring is in the air at last (although I'm writing this in the middle of a thundering downpour, because the weather hasn't received the memo yet) - and what better way to celebrate the new season than by adding a touch of pink to your home? It's a colour I'm seeing everywhere at the moment, in both homeware and fashion. Such a pretty, confident and positive colour, it speaks of fresh blooms and happiness, looking forward to the warmer days to come - no wonder it's becoming such a trend! 

Pink is the perfect way to add a pop of color and cheer to any room. Here are a few ideas for incorporating a splash of pink into your springtime decor:

Create a gallery wall: Choose a mix of pink artwork, from abstract prints to floral watercolors, and arrange them in a cohesive display on a blank wall. This is a great way to showcase your favorite pieces while adding interest to your space.

Add a statement piece: If you want to incorporate just one print, a personalised design will make a truly unique and personal artwork for your wall or shelf.

Mix and match: Don't be afraid to mix pink art with other colors and patterns in your decor. Don't just think of wall art and prints, consider introducing different materials and textures too. A gallery wall made up of traditional prints, wooden wall art, hangings and decorative pieces gives a delightful ecclectic feel. Pair a pink floral print with a striped throw pillow, or hang a pink abstract painting above a bold patterned sofa. The key for mixing pinks is to stick to the same shade family - whether it's salmons, cerises, blue-pinks, etc, they should all have the same level of warmth or coolness in order for them to work together.

Use pink as an accent: If you prefer a more neutral color palette, you can still incorporate the pink trend into your decor as an accent color. Choose a few pink accessories, such as a vase, mug or cushion, and scatter them throughout your space for a subtle touch of springtime cheer.

Don't forget the garden: Introduce a splash of pretty pink in the garden too, with some gorgeous handmade decorative pieces to bring some real individuality and charm to your outdoor space...

No matter how you choose to incorporate pink art into your home decor this spring, remember to have fun with it! Spring is a time for renewal and fresh beginnings, and your home decor should reflect that. So go ahead: embrace the pink, and enjoy the beauty of the new season.

Discover lots of gorgeous personalised pink homeware and wall art items on the PhotoFairytales site today - all handmade to order and with free UK delivery too!

Sarah :)

NEW & EXCLUSIVE: Coronation Gift Collection

Time for a bit of new! I've designed a unique new collection of Coronation gifts and keepsakes to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III in May. You won't find these anywhere else and they're limited edition - so why not treat yourself to a lovely memento of the day!

I wanted to create a collection that has a classic feel and a good amount of "Britishness", working on the designs over several weeks until I was happy. The image I created originally was for a coronation mug, but as I worked on it I started to think how lovely it would look on a tea towel... ooh, and a bag too!

I created the design with His Majesty in mind from start to finish. I wanted to reflect his love of British nature and heritage, ensuring I included symbolism to represent the four corners of Britain - English roses, Scottish thistles, the Irish shamrock and Welsh daffodils. There's even little teapots hidden into the design, because we Brits do love our tea! Entwined into the leafy design are oak leaves and acorns.

The design was inspired by the historical printed coronation giftware that has been produced as souvenirs in this country for over 250 years. The colourful artwork has a traditional feel and features original vintage images alongside handpainted watercolour images. 

In addition to the mug, tea towel and bag, I've also created a special edition Blue Heritage Plaque - a lovely way to remember how you celebrated coronation day. Personalised to order with your own wording, the plaque can be displayed indoors or outside.

And, if you're looking forward to watching the coronation on television and don't want any interruptions, I have the perfect thing for you... a personalised wooden door hanger that will let everyone in the household know they need to keep quiet! Not just for the coronation of course, I think you'll find this useful whenever you're watching telly and need some peace...

Whether you're planning a quiet family gathering, a street party, an office party, or just want to add to your collection of Royal memorabilia, I'm hoping that something from my Coronation Collection will make a great souvenir for you!

Sarah x

Revised Last Order Dates for Christmas!

I'm sure you're aware of the current postal strikes, and the impact it's having on deliveries this Christmas. I've been keeping on top of all the ongoing strike news, and doing everything I can: I'm completing orders as quickly as I physically can, and I've introduced postage upgrades to practically all my items wherever possible.

New Last Order Dates: Royal Mail announced new cut off dates for their Christmas post, so I've had to adjust my own last order dates. I've amended the dates, and they can all be found on my website today (just click here or on the image below to see them).

What are your options? There's still plenty of time to order most items online. Royal Mail have stated they'll prioritise Next Day Delivery and Tracked 24 items. I've added these options to as many of my items as possible, so if you're worried about delivery times you may wish to upgrade postage where available.

What about courier deliveries? Many of my items are also available for courier delivery who aren't affected by the strikes, so although delivery may look like a slower option (it's usually the free delivery option and takes 3-5 working days) it may be a good choice at the moment!

See the individual items for the available delivery services. I do advise you to order as early as you can to avoid delays as much as possible.

This year (well, the last couple if I'm honest), have been incredibly hard for businesses, especially the small independent ones like mine. We rely on Christmas trade, and this is having such a huge impact on many of us. I'm seeing tiny, creative, inspirational businesses being forced to shut down, and it's really heart breaking.

But, all of us little independents want you to know that we truly value your ongoing support, that we're doing all we possibly can to help, and we all thank you for your understanding and patience.

If you have any questions click here to get in touch!

Thanks so much for reading,
Sarah x 

PS: 50% of the Santa Letter Gift Packs have now sold, so if you haven't placed your order yet don't delay! Plus, the new cut off date for orders for the Santa Letters or Telegrams is now December 11th.

The best £7.25 you'll spend this Christmas!

I know, I completely get it - we're all finding ways to curb spending this Christmas. Every one of us. It's a real balancing act at this time of year, isn't it? But I honestly think this little treat for your children will not only charm and delight them, it'll charm and delight you too - and I think if you can do that for under a tenner at the moment you're onto a winner!

I've been working with Santa for years now, helping him to send out these very special personalised Letters and Telegrams to boys and girls up and down the country (and in other countries too). When my own daughter was little she would receive one of these Santa Letters every December, and I remember the sheer joy and wonder in her face when she would open the big red envelope to see what Santa was writing to her that year. Every year he wrote something different, remembered her important moments over the past year, knew exactly what she was wishing for most of all to find under the Christmas tree!

As a parent it's moments like this that remind you what Christmas is all about. It's about that magical, excited, thrilling feeling that Christmas is coming. Seeing your little boy or girl reading their Santa Letter makes you feel nostalgic for you and full of festive wonder for them, all at the same time! It sounds daft, but honestly it does! 

The innocence of a magical, enchanting Christmas moment, helping you to put aside the gloomy news and your worries, and share a wonderful moment in time that you'll both remember. You and your child won't fail to full of festive cheer. And the best part? The price - starting at just £7.25 (including delivery, no nasty surprises!) you can share this magical moment with your children or grandchildren!

Santa is sending special Telegrams along with his ever-popular limited edition Santa Letter Gift Packs. And of course he'll also be leaving lovely personalised letters for children to discover on Christmas morning after his visit too. Beautiful quality, and with amazing attention to detail, these Letters & Telegrams are incredible value too.

I'm sure if you spend 5 minutes on the internet you'll quickly find all sorts of personalised Santa Letters on offer - but just remember, not all of them are real. They won't be signed by the actual Father Christmas. They'll probably be printed off in a factory somewhere by someone who doesn't even work for Santa and hasn't really thought about who'll be opening that letter. The PhotoFairytales ones are very, very different. Santa writes and signs every one himself. He cares very deeply about every Letter or Telegram he writes.

The icing on the Christmas Cake every year is that Santa likes to use his Letters & Telegrams to help UK charities too. Every year Santa and I support a different cause, and this year we'll be making a 50p donation for each one sold to the Be Kind Movement. It's may not be a charity you know, we like to support charities big and small, but it's a fantastic organisation that really needs help at the moment. With more children than ever experiencing high levels of anxiety, Be Kind Movement delivers school workshops to promote kindness values. Run entirely by volunteers, their aim is to entertain, educate and empower children and young people with emotional intelligence skills for life.

Don't leave it too late to book your Santa Letter or Telegram this year. Let's make Christmas 2022 extra magical - I think we all deserve a little magic right now, don't you?

Sarah x

What I love this week... an extra hour in bed!

It happens twice a year and yet it never fails to catch me out! The clocks change this weekend, so we get an extra hour in bed (as a small consolation prize for the fact we'll all be getting up in the dark, but hey ho). So don't forget to wind them all back (including the one on the boiler, and that annoying one you can never do on the oven) before you go to bed on Saturday night! 

 As a little visual reminder, I thought I'd head over to Folksy today to find some lovely clock-related items - and I wasn't disappointed, take a look at these beauties:

Items featured are:

• Square Wooden Wall Clock by Ashby Design Workshop
• Vintage Pocket Watch Steampunk Necklace by Ava Kitsch
• Rustic Clock by Jopalian Studio
• Corgi Clock by Dach Crafts 

Have a great weekend!

Sarah x