A woollen throw is one of those things that rewards a small amount of attention. Wash it wrong once and it can shrink significantly or felt into a stiff, matted version of itself. Wash it right, and it gets softer with each cycle. Here's what actually works. Read more →
Most people pick a handmade mug because they like the look of it. That's a fine place to start, but it's not the whole picture. A mug that chips after three months, or one where the glaze crazes and traps moisture, is a disappointment regardless of how good it looked on the shelf. Here's what to actually look for.
The candle shelf at Jasper Pinecone stocks both beeswax and soy wax candles, and the question we get asked most often is: which is better? The honest answer is that it depends on what you want from a candle. Here's how they actually compare.
Most people have received a hamper that felt like it was assembled from a warehouse shelf: a jar of chutney, a box of crackers, a candle in a scent nobody chose. The packaging was nice. The contents were forgettable. A good hamper works differently, and it's not about spending more money.
There's a particular kind of gift-buying anxiety that comes with shopping for someone who is comfortable, organised, and already owns most of the things they want. The usual options (a bottle of wine, a candle, a voucher) feel like giving up. They're not always wrong, but there's usually a better answer if you think about it differently.
The linen tea towels at Jasper Pinecone are block-printed by hand each season. Customers often ask how the process works, partly out of curiosity and partly because they want to know whether the print will last. Here's an honest account of what's involved.
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