How to style open shelving in the kitchen
22nd February 2019
Whether you’re opting for shelving in your kitchen as an alternative to wall cabinets, or to make the most…
Supporting independents- Preserving Valentine’s flowers with Petals Florist
12th February 2019
As we started out over 100 years ago, as an independent, family-run business in County Durham, we’re proud to…
The Dark Blue Kitchen Trend with Katie Green
23rd January 2019
Meet Katie Green, the amazing director and designer at one of our specialist 1909 retailers, Heart Of Your…
in Lifestyle
Five of the best houseplants to improve your health
16th January 2019
In a tech-driven, modern world where many of us feel a disconnect to the great outdoors, bringing greenery into…
Chorizo Jam- the perfect cheeseboard accompaniment
17th December 2018
Christmas is undeniably cheeseboard season. As the perfect sharing treat for festive gatherings, the cheeseboard brings everyone together, with…
in Interiors
Laying the Christmas table with Lilliandaph
6th December 2018
As arguably the most important meal of the year, Christmas dinner deserves to be served on a dining…
The Best UK Christmas Markets 2018
20th November 2018
It’s Christmas market season- the time of year when the lure of mulled wine and bratwurst sausages is simply too…
Styling the Slab range with Interior Designer, Hope Leone
14th November 2018
Meet Hope Leone, freelance Interior Designer, baking enthusiast, and part of the amazing team at IDEAS Nottingham…
Welcome to the Journal
13th November 2018
Here marks the first of many posts in the 1909 Journal. A place to find kitchen inspiration, interior styling ideas,…