Fabric of the North — Page 2 of 5 — Contemporary spaces, stories & discoveries in the North of England

Linen blanket thrown casually over the back of a wooden farmhouse chair

August 18, 2020October 26, 2020Lake District Shop by Kate Baxter

The conscious home concept.

For many, the perfect home represents a sanctuary from the stresses of modern-day life; a place of calm offering the opportunity to unwind, relax, slow down, and feel truly comfortable.

Close up of barista pouring frothy milk into a coffee cup and creating latte art

August 17, 2020August 24, 2020Bradford Colne Valley Eat & Drink Leeds Manchester Middlesbrough by Kate Baxter

5 ethical Northern roasters to fuel your caffeine addiction.

As we become more aware of environmental and ethical issues surrounding our daily cup of coffee, the demand is shifting towards speciality brands with transparent supply chains and more complex flavour profiles.

L'Oreal Blackett sat at table in cafe wearing animal print top and looking directly at camera

August 10, 2020August 13, 2020Manchester My North by Kate Baxter

My North, by L’Oréal Blackett.

Freelance journalist and presenter L’Oréal Blackett is one of the first faces you see when arriving in the city; there’s a huge BBC billboard with her face on it at Piccadilly tram station!

Close up of hands holding up a yellow water jug, with focus on dainty gold ring on finger

August 10, 2020October 26, 2020Craft East Riding of Yorkshire Manchester Style by Kate Baxter

Earth aware and made by hand.

Organic, textured, and subtle. If bold statement jewellery is not your thing, then never fear. Considered, minimal and eco-conscious adornment is also a rising trend that is surely here to stay.

Overhead selection of colourful blue and green Fison Zair polymer clay jewellery

August 10, 2020October 1, 2020Craft Leeds Manchester Sheffield Style by Kate Baxter

3 statement jewellery brands to covet.

Big, bold and contemporary. Statement jewellery has definitely been a growing trend in the fashion world over the past few years, and shows no signs of abating.

Contemporary illustrated postcard of flowers in a bowl propped up against a green background

August 10, 2020October 1, 2020Craft Liverpool Manchester Sheffield by Kate Baxter

Mindful connection in times of Covid.

“There was a shift in my colour palette when we all had to hunker down at home,” says Sheffield-based printmaker Luiza Hulub, “and I started printed with a lot of happy colours. I think subconsciously I was trying to brighten…

Portrait of photographer Joanne Crawford holding a mug of tea in her living room

July 27, 2020August 10, 2020Leeds My North by Kate Baxter

My North, by Jo Crawford.

Joanne Crawford is a portrait, lifestyle and editorial photographer based close to Leeds, and a winner of Portrait of Britain 2018 for her portrait of Jennifer Tetlow, a stone sculptor from the North York Moors.

Woman caught twirling her long white skirt, wearing black high heels and black top

July 27, 2020August 24, 2020Design Manchester Style by Kate Baxter

One dress really does fit all.

“I think ideas are moments, big moments and little moments in your life all coming together and that was what happened with the idea for Careaux.”

Close up on woman with long brown hair wearing a lightweight green knitted shawl

July 27, 2020August 24, 2020Craft Style Ulverston by Kate Baxter

A love that is lasting.

“It’s our connection to clothing, and the relationship we have with our pieces in the wardrobe, which brings such value to our lives,” says Oubas founder Kate Stalker. “To love your clothes and want them to last, and for them…

Aire CBD bottle on top of concrete brick, next to product packaging

July 27, 2020August 24, 2020Leeds Wellbeing by Kate Baxter

As light as aire.

Thanks to the explosion in the UK CBD market over the past few years, more people than ever are discovering its many wellbeing benefits and considering incorporating CBD into their busy modern lifestyles.

Stylist Nancy Straughan posing against a concrete wall wearing white top and blue jeans, holding a basket bag

July 20, 2020July 24, 2020My North Newcastle by Kate Baxter

My North, by Nancy Straughan.

Nancy Straughan is a Newcastle-based photographer, stylist and creative business mentor championing ‘real living’, with a passion for authenticity and beauty in the everyday.

Two women wearing statement hanging earrings

July 20, 2020October 26, 2020Craft Lake District Manchester North Yorkshire Style by Kate Baxter

5 new Northern brands to watch in 2020

Starting a new business can be a challenge at the best of times, but starting one in 2020 has certainly presented a whole new set of challenges to overcome!