Pin of the day: Moroccan

Moroccan tiles, patterns and colours are becoming increasingly popular and it's easy to see why on this side of the world where summer is upon us.  I totally burned my arms at a party yesterday and they are sooooore.  Summer has sprung even here in the UK and there are beautiful colours everywhere.

Check out these wonderful patterned tiles.  The beauty of patterned tiles is that they can be used as a small detail that really packs a colour punch.  I like the idea of secret small details that are hard to see, but when you do notice them they bring a smile to your face.  Thats why I'm loving these unexpected stairs.

But even if you're not so into the colour mash, the patterns themselves are so sweet.  This pale blue pattern, although busy, is a cute mellow statement.  It makes me think of a nice shady reprieve from all this sunshine.

Pin of the day: beach

Its one of those rare days in the north east where it's sunny and hot.  Unfortunately I'm one of those people who likes to admire the sunshine from the shade cause as soon as I step out into that sun I feel like I'm walking into the burning fires of hell.  Aka I'm too pale to really handle it.  But I also have the advantage of living near a lovely, popular beach.  So once it gets a little cooler I'll be venturing down to the beach with a friend to see a band at the amphitheater   And for todays pins I have went for a beachy theme.

Those stripes are fun and summery.  I want to live in those stripes!

Doesn't this just look perfect?

I couldn't resist throwing in a bit of driftwood.  I've just been to a great local shop where they sell a variety of reclaimed and upcycled furniture, and in amongst all the goodies were some truly lovely driftwood bowls and the nicest driftwood table and chairs I've ever seen.  Unfortunately I didn't have the good sense to take my camera with me but trust me when I say they're gorgeous.

I'd love to find a piece of driftwood and incorporate it into an interior like this.  As a rail to hang special clothing on or pictures.

Have you ever typed 'beach' into the search in pinterest?  Some odd pins come up and unsurprisingly a lot of bums.