Jane’s Journal

Studio Exclusive: Dyeing with Hollyhock, true blues

Discover how black hollyhock flowers create stunning natural blue dyes - a simple alternative to indigo that works beautifully for small-scale projects. Easy growing and dyeing tips included.

1 month ago

When the garden tips into chaos

A gentle reflection on midsummer abundance, creative mess, and choosing joy in a garden that’s tipped into wild, beautiful chaos.

1 month ago

How to grow sweet peas from seed

How to grow sweet peas from seed in UK

2 years ago

My first nature table

4 years ago

Making a jam jar 'terrarium' of crocus

Make your own terrarium of crocus

5 years ago