Let's have a picnic

This week is National Picnic Week and it got us thinking about how we use our outdoor and indoor space during the summer months.

A typical picnic will include lots of your favourite food and drink, perhaps some games, music and of course, something to sit on. Traditionally, people use a blanket but there is no reason why you can't use a rug, especially if you are having your picnic close to home, in your garden.

Whatever style of home you live in, it's always good to throw open the back door on warm days  and there is no doubt that we Brits are           becoming quite adept at blending the outside and inside living space when we can. 

Rugs such our Indian Kelims which feature wool woven onto cotton, offer flexible indoor and outdoor options - although, they can't get left in the rain and you should only use them outside on dry surfaces.  But if you do fancy eating alfresco this week, then these colourful designs make a great alternative to a boring old blanket.

Better still, the Kelim should be the focal point for your indoor/outdoor room too.  In the conservatory for example, with a Kelim on  the floor, some fairy lights, Mediterannan style planters and deckchairs, you can 
feel the summer vibe even when it's a British summer and a bit chilly!

Enjoy your picnic everyone!