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Autumn recipes from Team CG - Vol. 1
As we've officially had the first day of Autumn, cosy season is upon us.  Whether it's the clothes we wear or food we eat, there's always a slight gear change at this time of year. Team CG are embracing it...
How We Bring Our Collections to Life
Every season, our design team jumps in with fresh eyes, gathering inspiration from all over while staying true to our core vision and values.  The creative process kicks off with lively brainstorming sessions, where ideas are thrown around, colour palettes...
World Letter Writing Day
Grab your favourite pen, a sheet or paper or a beautiful card, and dive into the timeless art of letter writing. In a world dominated by texts and emails, taking a moment to craft a handwritten letter feels wonderfully old-school...
Back to School...
Whether you're a parent preparing the kids for school, off to uni, about to start a new job or a teacher, as the summer comes to an end, many of us are starting to think about getting back into the...
Introducing 'Bold Femininity'
Introducing 'Bold Femininity', our latest gift story - uncover the inspiration behind this dreamy collection...What's the inspiration behind the 'Bold Femininity' collection?The 'Bold Femininity' collection celebrates those who boldly express themselves through their style. We’ve designed everything from travel pouches...
What is the FSC and what does this logo mean?
We've all seen this little logo - the official FSC stamp, and know it stands for good but what does it actually mean?     Well, the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is an international, non-governmental organisation with one mission -...
Plastic Free July is here...
But, what exactly is Plastic Free July? First of all, it was set up as a challenge (not a competition) intended to make us all  think about all the single-use plastic we use every day. Whatever you can cut out...
It's officially festival season
With Glastonbury folk making their way to Somerset this week for what's arguably the UK's most famous festival, we are taking a look at what else is still to come this season if like us you'll be watching Glasto on...
Summer Solstice Incoming
Welcome to the ultimate guide for surviving and thriving during the summer solstice! The longest day of the year is fast approaching and we can't wait.  Here are some tips and must haves to help you make the most of...
Celebrating Father's Day the CG way
You can't give him socks again...can you?   Father's Day is a special occasion dedicated to celebrating the men who have played a pivotal role in shaping our lives. Whether they are fathers, grandfathers, uncles, or the one who stepped...
The perfect cuppa...
As a nation, the British is known world over for our love of a good cup of tea.  Whether you're a traditional English Breakfast fan or prefer a herbal brew, chances are you've already had at least one today. We...
Happy World Baking Day!
To add some extra sweetness to the World Baking Day, we've asked the baking maestro himself, Dom from Dom in the Kitchen to share his current favourite bake. Trust us, it's an absolute delight! SAVE FOR LATER 📌 Quick Gluten-Free Zesty Lemon...
It's always happy hour here!
To celebrate World Cocktail Day, we asked Team CG to share their favourite cocktails recipes.  Whether you go for traditional, mocktails or cocktails on the go, cheers to you! David, Ecom It's a tough choice but my favourite, or at...
Loungewear but not as you know it...
Drumroll please... We are super excited to share our latest loungewear collection that's just landed.  Featuring new pyjama sets, kimonos, lounge pants and dressing gowns in our iconic prints they're perfect for relaxing at home or taking on your travels.  ...
Design Stories: Sand Dunes
Introducing 'Sand Dunes' our latest high summer gift story is here to whisk you away to those blissful lazy beach days. We sat down with our design team to uncover the inspiration behind this dreamy collection... 1. What's the inspiration behind the...
Meet Rosie Galligan, England rugby player and Meningitis Now ambassador
The 2024 London Marathon is fast approaching us on Sunday 21st April, with a reported 50,000 people getting ready to take on the 26.2 miles and we'll be there with our friends at Meningitis Now cheering everyone on. Just before...
For the love of colour
Colour is everywhere.  Whether it's the clothing that we wear, the paint adorning our walls at home or the flowers in the fields, life is full of colour.   But, what does colour mean to you and how does it make...
Easter Tablescaping tips
With Easter just around the corner, there's no better time to create a special tablescape! Here are 10 egg-celent ideas to inspire your creative juices... 1. Fresh Blooms: Add colourful spring flowers like tulips, daffodils, or hyacinths as a centrepiece for...
Win with Caroline Gardner x Seed & Bean
Enter for a chance to win an Easter delight-filled bundle, complete with irresistible organic chocolate from Seed & Bean along with new pieces from the Caroline Gardner homeware collection.
Design Stories: City Break
Introducing the "city break" collection, our latest spring/summer capsule, featuring delightful hearts, peachy pinks, and playful loop prints. We caught up with our design team to learn more about their inspiration and process behind this exciting new release. what inspired...