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WOULD YOU LIKE A MUG WITH THAT?

You might not imagine a sandwich shop as the place to find beautiful products for your home but Vietnamese sarnie specialists Banh Mi Bar also have a retail corner packed with bespoke ceramics from some of Edinburgh’s finest creatives, including these pretty pots from Jay Frazer. Visit the shop in the arches on Market Street to see more one-off designs.

INSIDE OUTSIDE

Make the most of summer by investing in furniture which will extend your living space out into the garden. Edinburgh design store Moleta Munro is currently offering special promotional pricing on selected outdoor furniture, including this chic dining set which is part of the iconic Indoor-Outdoor series by Carl Hansen, designed to be durable enough to live outdoors yet beautiful enough to be utilised inside. Table, £1,392; chair, £695, www.moletamunro.com

INSPO-SPOT

The idea we’ll be stealing… painted checked floor Where we saw it? BABA Why we love it… it’s an inexpensive way to make over your existing laminate floor into something far more striking. All you need is a tin of paint, a lot of masking tape and even more patience!

i-on wants…

All of these hand-dyed velvet cushion covers from Edinburghbased online shop Ingredients Ldn. Available in a new collection of complementary colours from muted greens to peachy pinks. We’ll have one of each please. From £70. www.ingredientsldn.com

Plant porn

Where to get your fix…

Our love for all things green is being nourished by a slew of independent stores selling plants, pots and all things in between. Here’s where to find one in your neighbourhood.

STOCKBRIDGE

One of the first of Edinburgh’s plant stores was Dahlia, which started life in Marchmont in 2018 before opening the doors to a new store on Deanhaugh Street last year, stocking indoor plants, cacti, dried flower bouquets, artisan ceramics, and natural candles. www.dahliathestore.co.uk

FOUNTAINBRIDGE & NEW TOWN

In April 2019, the gorgeous Grow Urban arrived on Grove Street, and they’re opening a second store on St Vincent Street this month. Designed for the city gardener, it has all sorts of green goodness paired with expert advice on plant care, pretty pots, plus coffee and cake. www.growurban.uk

NEWINGTON

Late last year, Green. Meadows opened on Buccleuch Street. The sustainable plant store stocks beautiful and colourful plants and pots, and aims to make a real difference by using all sustainable suppliers, renewable energy and pledging 25p to a charity working to rewild the Scottish Highlands. www.greenplantshops.co.uk

ABBEYHILL

Whether you’re looking for a dainty plant, a huge statement tree or something of the hanging variety, Leafy Love Affair – which opened on Montrose Terrace earlier this year – will have something for you. There’s even a ‘Hard to Kill’ package for those whose passion for plants outweighs their caregiving skills. www.leafyloveaffair.co.uk

MARCHMONT

The newest kid on the botanical block is Forge & Foliage, which opened in May, combines two of our biggest lockdown loves – plants and crafts – with a tempting hot chocolate bar featuring homemade marshmallows. www.forgeandfoliage.co.uk

Trending ‘Bohemian jungle’

WHAT IS IT? Coined by the ever-stylish Scandi brains behind BoConcept, the term describes a modern boho aesthetic where greenery and foliage take certain stage. HOW DO I GET IT? Achieve the look with expressive colours, tactile fabrics and, of course, a plethora of plants. It’s about having fun and creating a space that invites well-being so let it be chaotic, mix the elements that you love and enjoy the relaxed feeling of personal imperfection. MUST-HAVES… colourful cushions and throws, vibrant velvet upholstery and an eclectic collection of ornaments and accessories. Check out boconcept.com for inspiration or visit the Rose Street store.