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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...
How to make hot cross buns
    Celebrate the joy of Easter by baking a batch of homemade hot cross buns. You'll be sure to master these seasonal spiced treats in no time and they'll be perfect with a cuppa over the long weekend.    Ingredients: 500g...
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...
Meet the women behind CG
This International Women’s Day we wanted to take a moment of appreciation for some of the women that contribute to the success of CG. Read more about them all below and what their favourites are from the new season... "Running...
What does Mother's Day mean to you?
To all those incredible women who support, inspire, and empower others - you are the unsung heroes who make the world a brighter place. Here at Team CG, we're fortunate to have many wonderful and inspirational mums who are celebrating...
What to write in a Mother's Day card
Historically, Mother’s Day, or Mothering Sunday, was the day on the year that people in the UK returned to their ‘mother church’ on the forth Sunday of lent. The mother church was usually the local parish church where your Christening...
Going away? Not before you read these travel tips from @thisgirlcanorganise
If you're anything like us at CG HQ, you're probably dreaming of your next holiday or mini break. Whether it's a Summer holiday with the family, a weekend break with your friends or a solo trip for some time out,...
Mother's Day Giveaway

Caroline Gardner, Love Cocoa, Faace, Dried, Holistic London, HotTea Mama, Peep Club and Boop are so excited to be teaming up to offer you the ultimate self-care and pamper wellness bundle to celebrate Mother’s Day, worth OVER £400!

6 creative uses for our kraft paper pots
Say hello to our latest obsession: kraft paper pots! From keeping your desk tidy to sprucing up your indoor plants, these pots are the ultimate multitaskers! Curious about all the ways you can incorporate them into your home? Here are...
How to fold a heart-shape napkin for Valentines Day
Roses are red, violets are blue, these napkin hearts are just for you! Get ready to elevate your Valentine’s Day dinner with a touch of creativity and a whole lot of love!