SUMMER'S LAST HURRAH
The evenings might be drawing in, but there’s still time for one more burst of summer. Whether you're throwing a garden party, heading to a festival, or just want to brighten your space, these bold handmade pieces will help you finish the season on a high.
Turn up the Colour
This is no time to fade into the background. Lean into summer’s bold side — rich primary colours, playful neon accents, and joyful clashing tones that celebrate self-expression. Whether it’s a statement dish, a vibrant towel, or your favourite pair of earrings, these pieces radiate energy and make even the simplest moment feel like a party.
Celebrate Outdoors (While You Still Can)
The golden evenings are numbered — make them count. Dress up your table with painted serveware, scatter wildflowers, and choose decor that turns your garden into a place of celebration. These thoughtful details add warmth and charm, helping even a casual meal feel like a special occasion.
Bright handmade finds to savour the last days of summer.
Accessorise for Mood Boosting
A splash of colour at your ears, a bright bangle on your wrist, a cheerful headband in your hair — these joyful details have the power to lift any outfit (and mood). Easy to gift, easy to wear, and always full of personality, they’re like small, wearable reminders to savour the moment.
Gift the Last of Summer
Some seasons are worth thanking. Whether you’re treating a friend or marking the end of a chapter, a colourful candle, a joyful print, or a handmade pouch makes a thoughtful token. Wrapped with care and given with heart, these pieces say: thank you for the memories.
Joyful colour to brighten the season’s end.
Prepare for the Shift
As the light changes, bring the brightness in. A pop of colour on your mug shelf, a cheerful print by the window, a cushion in sun-kissed tones—these small touches help ease the transition from summer to autumn with warmth and a sense of continuity. Think of it as holding onto the glow, just a little longer.
YOUR LATE SUMMER ESSENTIALS
Fruity Earrings
Yellow resin earrings with glitter lemon slices – perfect for catching the sun in summer’s last, golden, joyful hurrah.
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Peonies & Posie
Original acrylic painting in joyful midsummer hues – a vibrant celebration of sunshine, blooms, and the season’s warm, golden embrace.
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Cocktail Chopping Board
Live edge English oak board – perfect for slicing fruit, mixing cocktails, and savouring every golden drop of summer’s lingering joy.
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Cold Cup
Bear and Moo cold cups with bright designs – perfect for iced drinks on sunny days, keeping summer’s vibrant spirit in your hand.
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Mini Charcuterie Board
Portable mini charcuterie board that fits on your wine glass – ideal for pairing nibbles and sips during summer evenings and sunset gatherings.
Shop Now ›ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: HAPPY ARTIST
Happy Artist is the joyful world of Charlotte Anna Reed. From her garden studio in Salisbury, she creates uplifting, nature-inspired paintings filled with colour, warmth, and calm. Charlotte has painted professionally since 2014, leaving a television career to follow her dream. What began as a personal passion has grown into a practice that brings comfort, connection, and joy to others. Each piece begins with the excitement of a blank canvas and an intuitive process. Working in ink, oil, and acrylic, she layers colour to build texture and depth — artwork that feels bright, expressive, and gently grounding. As a mother of two, everyday moments fuel her cheerful, heart-led style: blooming gardens, coastal walks, wildflowers, and the quiet beauty of family life. Charlotte paints with heart and soul, creating pieces made to lift the mood and bring a little more happiness into the everyday.
Happy Artist is the joyful world of Charlotte Anna Reed. From her garden studio in Salisbury, she creates uplifting, nature-inspired paintings filled with colour, warmth, and calm.Charlotte has painted professionally since 2014, leaving a television career to follow her dream. What began as a personal passion has grown into a practice that brings comfort, connection, and joy to others.Each piece begins with the excitement of a blank canvas and an intuitive process. Working in ink, oil, and acrylic, she layers colour to build texture and depth — artwork that feels bright, expressive, and gently grounding.As a mother of two, everyday moments fuel her cheerful, heart-led style: blooming gardens, coastal walks, wildflowers, and the quiet beauty of family life. Charlotte paints with heart and soul, creating pieces made to lift the mood and bring a little more happiness into the everyday.
TAKE A CLOSER LOOK
Savour summer’s last hurrah with our favourite finds – from prints and artwork to homeware and jewellery, each piece chosen to hold the golden glow of the season.
Thank you for supporting independent artists and choosing pieces that let summer’s golden magic linger. These little treasures keep the season’s warmth close, long after the days grow shorter.
Until next time,
The Art & Soul Team ☀️