Welcome
As I count the days to the opening of my online store, I’m sitting down in my home office writing to you. I’m surrounded by hundreds of things I’ve bought to share with you: cushions (my favourite), vintage finds, linens, ceramics to name a few. It feels a bit like a joyful mess at this stage - not exactly the quiet home I had in mind!
First of all, thank you for being here. The Quiet Home Edit means so much to me, I hope it’s something we can grow together.
Secondly, let me tell you why, after 25 years working in the insurance industry, I decided to make such a drastic switch.
I know I’m not the first person to do something like this. In fact, in recent weeks, I’ve met so many of you who have already done it or are thinking about it too. Trust me, it was not an easy decision, but one that I gave myself permission to make.
The fast-paced life of a demanding job started to feel exhausting. Not to mention the travel, commuting into the city and, yes, getting to a certain age. Work was the centre of my world and I felt like I was missing the joyful moments I had worked so long to create. I’ve generally lived a healthy lifestyle, walking the dog and exercising, but it didn’t feel like my cup was truly being filled.
I felt I needed to make a change to stay healthy, slow down and live a quieter life. Like a morning coffee in my garden, or a lunchtime stroll. I gave myself some space. That’s where the idea for my company started coming to life…
And where else to start? I love creating peaceful spaces for slow, quiet living. I think everybody deserves a home that feels like a sanctuary. Home is a place that rewards rest, where you can truly unwind from the chaos of everyday life.
When I walk into a room, I start to notice the ways I can bring in that quiet calm. That’s where the HOME comes in.
And EDIT?
For years, people have been asking me where my clothes are from, my jewellery, my shoes. Most of my answers pointed to one country. The country I’m from and love very much — POLAND.
What I love about Polish design is the colour and pattern. You see it particularly in ceramics, where bold combinations and traditional patterns create pieces that feel completely individual. There’s also a wonderful tradition of making by hand. In different parts of Poland, particularly in the mountain regions, traditional crafts, embroidery and handmade decorations have been passed down through generations.
For me, that mix of colour, pattern and craftsmanship is what makes Polish pieces so special. They have a sense of history, but don’t have to feel old-fashioned. I love finding pieces that bring a little of that character into a contemporary home.
Poland isn’t the only place I’ll look, but it’s certainly where my eye and my love of beautiful things began. I want to bring together pieces that combine different styles, cultures, patterns and traditions to create a one-of-a-kind look.
I want to curate a high-quality, timeless collection that works together in your home. An edit that suits the life you’re living and the home you live in.
I get to know our makers and love learning the stories behind what they do. It means I can confidently find high-quality, ethically made pieces that bring a tale or two into your home. They’ll largely be handmade here in the UK or Europe, with some from around the world. One thing you won’t see here is mass production.
I hope you come here feeling like you’ve been understood, with pieces that reflect the life you want to live.
Because ultimately, The Quiet Home Edit is about making space for the things that matter. Whether that’s a slower morning, a favourite cup of coffee, a room that feels like you and the little rituals that make a house a home.
Thank you for being here at the beginning. I’m so happy you’ve found us.
Monika