Artwork is fundamental to making a house a home and sharing your unique style and taste. The artwork you choose is as important as the pieces of furniture that surrounds it and can change a whole room’s aesthetic. But how do you choose the artwork and how do you pair the different sizes of the pieces together?
Make Space and Clear Your Mind Start your study in a clean space or an organised chaos (which we think everyone has their own way of working), with all the essentials you might need and remove any distractions (put your phone on silent or better yet flight mode!) Find a space that's calm and away from the main happenings of your house so as not to be interrupted. If you’re working outside of the house, be mindful of where you are such as distractions & sound. TIP: Always pack headphones, this is the easiest way to transform any space that you’re in - drown out distractions and really focus. Take Breaks Time away from working or studying is actually beneficial...
A GUIDE TO CARING FOR YOUR BRASS STATIONERY  Brass as a material is very durable. It has the capacity to last for hundreds of years in a good state provided you care for it. All of our Brass is 'unlacquered' but can always be polished to regain its shine. If you like shiny finish then you can use a suitable Brass polish (we use good old Brasso which should be used sparingly) along with a non-abrasive clean cloth which will not be necessary more than monthly. If you prefer more authentic, well maintained but 'aged' look then give a more gentle polish less frequently and try and apply pressure only to the raised surfaces - on a product with detail...
WHAT IS BRASS? Brass is a yellow alloy of copper and zinc. Copper can be contained in greater or lesser quantities. Generally, Brass is a gold colour with a slight darker tone. Brass has been used in Britain since the later part of the first millennium BC. Its popularity has been due to its fantastic usability for the handler and also its excellent durability and ability to withstand exposure to weather. Over the centuries it has been used to make anything from ironmongery and hardware to musical instruments, weapons, cartridge cases, pipes and boat fixtures. WILL BRASS CORRODE? Often, products purporting to be Brass are actually a thin plating of Brass on steel. Steel rusts and so the products will corrode...
At By Fable, our prints are essential as it adds a unique touch of personality to your home and space. Be it framed or unframed prints, this guide is here to teach you the Dos and Dont's of caring for your art prints. Do you know that paper has a tendency to be fragile? It can wrinkle, tear, and bend, so it needs to be handled with care. Aging of a print is a natural process, contributed by other environmental factors that affect a prints longevity. We are going to share what are the factors that result in this, all you need to do is read on... For Unframed Pieces Only... Use a sheet of silicone release paper to cover the...
