PLEASE NOTE: WE NO LONGER SELL THESE RUGS, YOU CAN FIND THEM HERE.

I'm excited to tell you that we have re-stocked the Bibby + Brady shop with our amazing

. Available in two massive sizes - 2 x 3m and 2 x 4m - we have all new patterns for you.

I'm pretty passionate about these rugs and for very good reason. I have bought countless picnic blankets in the past and it's always the same - they're too small for our family of five, and the base inevitably gets ripped. You will definitely not have this problem with our

picnic rugs

. Both sizes could fit a football team on, so they're perfect for the extended family and all your food, and they're incredibly durable, so will last

(I'd like to say)

forever.

Made in Saudi Arabia, the top is polyester featuring traditional patterns, and the bottom is a lining of tarpaulin. This allows them to withstand any harsh elements, and they're waterproof. Sturdy straps and a handle enables the rug to be rolled up and carried easily.

The rugs are sourced by our fabulous friend, Emma and her husband Richard, who lived in Saudi Arabia for some time. With a traditional nomadic lifestyle, the Bedouins in Saudi Arabia use the rugs as flooring in their tents.

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They're extremely practical for our outdoor lifestyle, and look fantastic too. Perfect for picnics with family and friends, outdoor concerts, at the beach, or simply throw down on your grass when you have some friends at home.

These are just a few of the patterns available, so go and check out the

full range

. Emma tells me they're selling really fast, so make sure you don't miss out on your favourite pattern. Keep in mind what a wonderful investment one of these picnic rugs is - it will be the last one you'll ever have to buy, and you'll wonder what you ever did without it. We accept lay-by too, just

send me an email

to discuss.

All photos, other than image 5, were taken by Sarah Horn

Happy New Year to you all, I hope 2105 is off to a ripper start. I have had a fabulous few weeks with my family, away from my computer, and am now feeling refreshed and ready for an exciting year. I will be easing my way back into blogging as I still have three boisterous kids demanding my attention, but aim to bring you two to three blogs a week this January.

We had an amazing Christmas and New Year at our family lake house, but there's nothing quite like coming home. My home is my sanctuary, as I'm sure yours is too. I believe that whether you work from home, or are coming home after a long day (or holiday), you want your home to be a beautiful, clutter-free space. Somewhere you can relax, feel at peace, and be happy. For me, it's the little details that turn a house into a home, so when I arrived home I grabbed my camera and snapped a bunch of shots of my home - little details that make me happy.

If 2015 is the year for you to make changes in your home, Dael & I - Bibby + Brady - would love to help. We will be taking on new projects February onwards, but get in touch anytime and we can book you in.