L&Clay Ceramics is the brainchild of artist Lesley Boerio. Drawing from her expertise in retail and marketing, she launched her brand, channelling her creative passion into clay. Blending text with ceramics, Lesley crafts striking vessels that are not only visually captivating but also highly functional, adding a vibrant touch to any living space. Each piece is meticulously handmade, boasting a completely unique character that embraces the beauty of imperfections inherent in hand-built craftsmanship. The medium of clay becomes the canvas for texture and bespoke artistry.

L&Clay Ceramics

I Stay Out Too Late Trinket Tray Pink

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I Did Not Mind Ashtray

She’s A Star Coaster

Back To The Beach Pink Plate

Chain Smoking Ashtray

Cash Bar Coaster

Personalised Dog Water Bowl

Personalised Dog or Cat Bowl

Personalised Dog Food Bowl

Brighter Days Vase

Watching the Flowers Vase

Poppy Side Plate

Oui Je T’aime Ashtray Pink

Mon Amour Ashtray

Looking For The Things Small Plate

Let's Drink Cherry Soda Plate

I Stay In Bed Trinket Tray

I Party All Night Trinket Tray

I Don't Want To Go Home Trinket Tray

Bring Me Roses Side Plate

Blue Flowers Plate

Have a Nice Day Trinket Tray

No Drinks On The Dance Floor Small Plate

Smoke Some Fags Ashtray

Vintage YSL Coaster

Oui Je T’aime Coaster

No Drinks On The Dance Floor Ashtray

Chateau Marmont Coaster

Flowers Forever Coaster

What’s It All About Coaster

The Teppan Yaki Bar Coaster

Vivoli Spoon Rest

Giant Café De Flore Coaster

Café De Flore Spoon Rest

I Don’t Even Leave The House Trinket Tray

I Make a French Exit Trinket Tray

Tesco Disco Trinket Tray

La Perle Matchbox

Le Ruby Matchbox

Diamonds Matchbox

F*** You Vase

Man Child Vase

I Only Hear Vase

Sky Room Coaster

Cafe De Flore Coaster

You're a Slave to Money Vase

Does Anybody Coaster

I Go Home Early Trinket Tray Red and Blue

Tonight, 12 August, a total solar eclipse crosses Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. Britain isn't in the path of totality, and never gets the full blackout drama this time round. What we get instead is a partial eclipse, low in the west, right around sunset. That sounds like a consolation prize. It isn't. A sun sliced into a crescent and sinking into the sea is its own kind of spectacle, and the further west and south you are, the more dramatic it looks. Bring eclipse glasses (sunglasses will not do), a clear western horizon, and low expectations of the British weather. Timings shift by several minutes across the country, and the sun sets earlier the further east you are - check local start times and sunset for your exact spot before you head out.

The Best Places in the UK to View the Solar Eclipse

We all know summer changes (and raises the stakes of) a London date. The city stays light until ten, the pavements fill up, and suddenly "drinks?" feels like a wasted opportunity. This is a list for doing it properly - organised not by postcode but by the kind of date you're on. The nervy first coffee. The ice cream that's really an excuse for a walk. The wine bar where things get interesting. The spot that becomes a permanent fixture long after the first, third and fifth date. And, naturally, for when it matters, somewhere special. Twenty places, five categories, one long summer. Use accordingly.

Where to go for summer dates in London

A bouquet doesn't have to mean a dozen roses. At Glassette, we believe the best arrangements say something about the person carrying them - or wearing them. From blooms that never wilt to broccoli dressed in pearls, the bouquet is having a playful moment. Whether you're gathering flowers for a friend, a table, or an aisle, here are six creative ideas for bouquets.

Creative Ideas For Bouquets

Our weekly Nice Things Edit is a curated Monday round-up of what we’re loving right now. From our favourite pieces on Glassette to a recipe, a watch, a read, a place to visit, a restaurant, and a gift worth bookmarking.
Each week, every member of the Glassette team shares their current favourites, whether that’s new arrivals, pieces we’ve spotted trending, or timeless finds we can’t stop thinking about. Think of it as a weekly dose of joy, discovery, and design inspiration, handpicked by the Glassette team.

Nice Things This Week

Fruit is having a design moment, and at Salone, it's been impossible to ignore. From Laila Gohar’s surreal fruit carousel to Chloé’s tomato-shaped seating, it showed up oversized, playful, and unexpectedly refined. Less decoration, more statement: a shift towards interiors that feel abundant, expressive, and slightly theatrical.
This edit leans into that energy, pulling together pieces that echo fruit through colour, form, and texture. A little surreal, a little joyful, and very much of the moment.

Fruity Design

Gallery walls have moved on from rigid grids and perfectly matched frames. The most interesting ones mix artwork, objects and unexpected pieces to create something layered and expressive. We’ve pulled together five creative ideas for building a gallery wall that feels considered and full of character.

Start a Gallery Wall

“Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same,” Cathy Earnshaw declares in Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights. If that sentiment were an interior, it might look like this: an all-pink bedroom that feels flushed with emotion, not sweetness. As Emerald Fennell’s new film pulls the story back into the cultural bloodstream, glimpses of the sets and costumes suggest a bold, surreal fever dream of Gothic romance. Cathy’s bedroom is the purest expression of it, a masterclass in pink that reportedly nods to Margot Robbie’s own skin tones, with layered textures and uncanny, intimate detailing that leaves the space saturated with her presence.

Wuthering Heights Edit

Looking for the best tableware for everyday use? This Glassette edit breaks down what to buy, what to skip and how to choose plates, bowls and serving pieces that feel calm, tactile and designed to live with - not just look good once a year. From stoneware to shallow bowls, this is tableware that works hard, stacks well and quietly elevates daily meals without feeling formal.

Best of Tableware

This week’s moodboard looks to Marty Supreme, a film that’s become a cultural artefact before most people have even taken their seats. In cinemas now, its rollout has set a new benchmark for how movies show up in culture.
For this week’s film moodboard, we’re borrowing from its world of sharp suits, sharp wit, and scenes that unfold over a perfectly poured drink. Think clean-lined martini glasses, silver platters, and tableware that leans polished and pared-back. Bring a slice of Marty Supreme’s after-hours energy home with our latest edit.

Marty Supreme

There are two types of bedside lighting. The first is a single bright lamp that makes you feel like you’re about to complete a tax return. The second is the kind you find in hotels: soft, low, flattering the lighting equivalent of a good robe. The difference isn’t just aesthetics. Bedside lighting is the thing that decides whether your evenings feel like a gentle landing or a hard stop. It’s what makes reading possible, makes your bedroom feel warm instead of functional, and (quietly) tells your brain it can start powering down. A good bedside set-up doesn’t need a full bedroom overhaul. It just needs the right light, at the right height, with a little bit of softness built in.

The Bedside Lighting Edit

The everything drawer clean-out is the quickest way to make daily life feel calmer - without becoming minimalist or turning it into a weekend project. This elegant, practical guide walks you through a 20-minute reset, the tray layouts that actually stay tidy, and the prettiest tray options (ceramic, rattan, lacquer, marble) that make “miscellaneous” feel intentional. Includes common mistakes to avoid, quick picks, and a simple maintenance rule so the drawer stays beautiful - even when life gets busy.

The Drawer Clean-Out

A calm bedroom doesn’t require a full clean - just a smarter system. This guide breaks down the 15-minute bedroom reset that actually works, with time-coded steps you can repeat daily: make the bed properly, clear visual clutter fast, reset the nightstand and surfaces, and finish with one sensory cue. You’ll also find the most common mistakes, a simple shopping list, and quick picks for when you only have five minutes. Designed for real life - not perfect homes.

15-Minute Bedroom Reset

For all your Secret Santa gifting! For the colleague who loves a good desk trinket, the friend who always notices the small things, or the person whose home is full of personality - we’ve gathered gifts that feel thoughtful without the guesswork. Think a fun candle to brighten their evening routine, a mug for their morning brew, or a small print to bring a little joy to their workspace. Each piece is chosen to feel personal, charming, and easy to love. Secret Santa sorted with something they’ll genuinely smile at.

Gifting for Secret Santa

This Christmas, we’re setting the scene for gatherings big and small. From glassware that catches the light, to sculptural candleholders and table linens made for lingering evenings - our festive homewares edit brings warmth and wonder to every corner of your celebrations.
Think flickering candles, the scent of something sweet in the oven, and the comforting hum of conversation around the table. Thoughtfully curated to elevate your hosting rituals, these are pieces to treasure long after the last song fades.
A celebration of comfort, nostalgia, and the joy of time well spent!

Festive Homewares Edit

This month’s Colour Pairing brings together Olive & Chocolate – a grounded earthy green with earthy depth, and a rich, chocolate brown. Olive speaks of nature’s resilience, organic and enduring, while Chocolate brings warmth, indulgence and quiet sophistication. Together, they create a harmony that feels both rooted and refined. Think natural textures, soft leathers, and deep woven fabrics that invite touch and comfort. Whether in interiors, fashion, or everyday accents, this pairing offers balance – earthy calm with a decadent edge, grounding yet deeply inviting.

Chocolate & Olive Edit

Cherries are having their moment, and they don't seem to be going anywhere. From glossy ceramics to embroidery, this joyful fruit was crowned one of Pinterest’s biggest trends of the year, and it shows no sign of slowing down. Playful yet nostalgic, cherries strike that sweet spot between timeless charm and little bit of fun. Consider this your invitation to lean into the cherry renaissance - it’s here to stay!

All Things Cherries Edit

Put the kettle on and spend five minutes with Georgie Mullen (@georgieeats), whose debut cookbook What to Cook & When to Cook It celebrates cooking with the seasons. Georgie’s journey began at 14, when she started cooking for her mum, who had early-onset Alzheimer’s. What began as necessity grew into joy, guided by well-thumbed recipe books and a curiosity for flavour. Since 2018, Georgie has shared her recipes online, building a loyal community, cookery classes, and now her first book—rooted in food that’s modern, generous, relaxed, and full of memory.

Georgie Mullen's Kitchen Table

As summer gently fades, Glassette invites you to savour the last golden evenings with effortless, inspired hosting. The Glassette Guide to End-of-Summer Hosting offers ideas for gatherings that balance style and ease - from laid-back al fresco breakfasts to vibrant late-summer dinners and casual drinks with friends. We share tips on curating seasonal menus, creating playful desserts, and designing tablescapes that feel both intentional and relaxed. With advice on drinks, décor, and simple prep strategies, this guide is your companion for turning any summer gathering into a memorable, joyful experience filled with warmth, flavour, and connection.

End of Summer Hosting

Libra season (September 23 – October 22) ushers in an air of harmony, beauty, and balance. Represented by the scales, Libras are guided by a love of fairness, connection, and refinement. They are natural aesthetes, drawn to spaces, objects, and experiences that feel elegant and well-composed. Libras thrive in environments where peace and partnership take centre stage, and they have an intuitive eye for what brings joy and symmetry into a room. With charm, grace, and a gift for making others feel at ease, Libras infuse their relationships — and their homes — with warmth and thoughtful care.