The skies are blue, the trees are covering themselves with new green growth, and the birds are chirping. It might sound like Spring, but it certainly feels more like Summer here in Queensland, where Pottering is based.
It’s mid-October, and we’re already experiencing long, hot days. The windows are well and truly open and we’re bringing the outdoors inside with fresh clippings, new scents and cooler colours to help tone down the heat.
We’ve collated our beautiful range of products in natural patterns, fresh greens and cool blues, so you can style your home with Summer hues.
Here, we’re sharing some of our favourites with you.
Bracken in Bluestone Cushion Cover by Ink & Spindle
We love this bold printed cushion for a striking yet natural touch to the living room. The large print of the bracken fronds showing through the unexpected bluestone colourway combines the best of Summer.
Designed by Lara Cameron from Ink & Spindle, even the inspiration for this pattern is full of Summer vibes.
“Bracken was inspired by a riverside walk in the back-hills of Lorne, where I admired and collected a handful of dried bracken fronds.” - Lara, Ink & Spindle.
Shop the Bracken in Bluestone Cushion Cover.
Black Tea and Lychee Scented Candle by Romy Louise
The sweet-smelling exotic scent of lychees is an instant hit of Summer. Combined with black tea leaves, this scented candle by Romy Louise is perfect for this time of the year.
Romy describes this scent as being:
“…lovingly curated to captivate the senses.”
A change from the floral scents of Spring, this scented candle brings a touch of timeless elegance to your home.
Shop the Black Tea and Lychee Scented Candle.
Golden Wattle in Bushleaf Tea Towel by Ink & Spindle
The iconic native Australia flora is stunningly brought to life in this hand-printed tea towel. Add a statement to your kitchen decor with the striking green and yellow Golden Wattle print, with the linen fabric making this tea towel as practical as it is beautiful.
This one is guaranteed to lighten your mood when you’re drying the dishes.
“There's something magical about Wattle, how these delicate golden balls of fluff can raise our spirits just when we need it most, particularly at the end of a long Melbourne winter.” - Lara, Ink & Spindle
Shop the Golden Wattle in Bushleaf Tea Towel.
Pillar Vase in Pistachio by Elizabeth Bell Ceramics
The subtle blue-green colour, accented by an earthy trim and a shimmery glaze, make the Pillar Vase in Pistachio a beautiful statement, especially for Summer styling.
This vase looks just as impressive full of flowers or fresh clippings as it does standing alone as a décor piece.
Shop the Pillar Vase in Pistachio.
Soft Dip Bowl in Sapphire, Leaf and Vanilla by Louise M Studio
The Soft Dip Bowl is the perfect addition to a serving platter, as it’s a great size for sauces or dips, or to hold olives or semi-dried tomatoes.
We stock this little bowl in three colours, Sapphire, Leaf and Vanilla, with the muted tones making it equally ideal to display on your coffee table when not in use. Louise from LouiseM Studio agrees, saying:
"Their uneven shapes give these bowls a laid-back style. They look great with food and by themselves."
Shop the Soft Dip Bowl in Sapphire, Leaf and Vanilla.
Small Arch Serving Board by IvyAliceVintage
The soft curves of this little serving board make it a real beauty. It’s the perfect size to serve a sweet treat with your morning cuppa on the veranda, or act as a cute addition to a stack of leaning serving boards in your kitchen.
Mel from IvyAliceVintage loves this board for its shape and versatility, saying:
“I adore the simple sweeping of the arch curve. This is an amazing gift idea to serve treats for one or two on.”
Shop the Small Arch Serving Board.
View our curated Summer range today and bring the outdoors in.