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As many stories do, ours begins with a search for balance. After years of working for brands as a graphic designer, Stephanie, our co-founder, was craving something that combined her love of design, community and the healing power of nature. homework pays homage to Stephanie’s Chinese heritage, having grown up with Traditional Chinese Medicine – from her Popo picking herbs in the mountains in Tai Po to create her own remedies, to her parents who immigrated to Manchester in 1984 to set up their own clinic. So it felt both natural and vital for homework’s sensory philosophy to be rooted in TCM. Photo credit: Andrea Urbez for The Modern House.

What is TCM? Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is an ancient Chinese system of health and wellness that focuses more holistically on your wellbeing as opposed to treating individual ailments. TCM is the lens through which we approach scents, fragrance and our mission: to inspire people to live more in line with their bodies, the world around them and the seasons. Find out more over on our website.

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re slowing things down a little. Join us for mindful movement, nervous system-supportive reformer sessions, and scent-led rituals in collaboration with @homework , featuring their WATER collection inspired by flow, calm, and restoration. Expect grounding movement, soft lighting, deep breaths, and a little space to reconnect with yourself 🤎 Find the sessions by searching ‘Mental Health Awareness Week’ on our schedule tags We look forward to seeing you in the studio. #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthawarenessweek #reformerflow

Each year brings its own challenges, and running a small business seems to get a little tougher as we go. That’s why I’m especially grateful for every single one of our customers and stockists. You’re the reason we’re still here, creating and growing. This year has been a real rollercoaster, with plenty of highs and lows. Some of my favourite moments were travelling to New York to explore the US market and launching our new Eau de Parfums collection, both huge milestones for Homework. It has also been a year of reflection, both personally and professionally. I’ve spent much of it feeling a little lost and searching for clarity. After witnessing the power of Traditional Chinese Medicine through my mum’s work, and seeing the incredible impact our new supplement trials has had on participants, I’ve decided to return to studying, this time in Chinese Herbal Medicine. Homework will absolutely continue, but you may notice fewer emails and a quieter presence on social for a little while. We’re still here, quietly working away, and we already have some exciting things lined up for 2026. I can’t wait to share more when the time comes. Thank you again for being part of this journey with me. Wishing you a very Happy New Year and a wonderful start to 2026. Warmest wishes, Steph

For the ones who need a moment of calm. Discover our Ritual Sets, complete with everything you need for a quiet, grounding ritual this Christmas.

Give the gift of scent. Our new perfumes are made to ground, uplift, and connect. The perfect gesture this Christmas.

The season of giving begins. Our Christmas Shop is now open, filled with mindful gifts to bring calm and joy.

It’s that time of year again and we’re opening our doors for Corporate Gifting. We’ve had the pleasure of working with brands such as @TheModernHouse , @Pinterest , and Broadwick Group to create thoughtful, design-led gifts that leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for considered gifts for your clients this season, we offer trade discounts. Let’s make gifting feel special again. DM us for more details.

As the days grow shorter, there’s a quiet magic in retreating home. Light a candle, breathe in deeply, and let your space glow with calm. Our Candle collection is designed to help you slow down, unwind, and create your sanctuary.

A note from our founder I'm so grateful for the incredible response to our perfume collection. Your support and connection to each scent mean so much to me. Our first batch has almost sold out ahead of the next arrival. If there’s a fragrance you’ve been waiting to make your own, now is the moment to order before it’s gone. Each perfume is created as a ritual, to ground, clarify, and connect you to the elements within. Thank you for all your support, Steph

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, stress isn’t something to fight, it’s something to move through. Create space for release. Restore your balance.