If you’re looking for interesting textiles that are “ethnic” but practical to use then look at Jennifer Shorto’s work. She is an inveterate textile collector who realised that consumers were looking for something different but easy to integrate into their decorative schemes. This launch collection has been inspired by Yoruba and Ashanti weavers from West […]
Jennifer Shorto Textiles
Chelsea Textiles – lacquered furniture range
This company has always been known for their beautifully embroidered fabrics in historical and traditional designs. All very lovely and covetable but limited in their market appeal. Imagine my surprise when I saw their new lacquered furniture collection. Whoa, They’re suddenly in the mid-20th Century! Looking back I can see the progression from their first Gustavian furniture […]
Maid of Gingerbread
I met the Maid of Gingerbread a few weeks ago after admiring her creations in Stoke Newington. She’ll create objects to order and has a collection of edible pieces ready to buy, including these 3D glasses and microphones. You can get crochet food but I like the fact I can eat this. Most of her […]
What to do with your bike if it doesn’t fit indoors
I love this image from Christian Peterson – just imagine the sound when it rains…
Jocelyn Warner Textiles launch at Maison & Objet
Jocelyn Warner launched her new fabric collection to an enthusiastic audience at Maison & Objet in Paris last week. The fabric designs were selected from the best-selling wallpapers and interpreted for fabric use in 100% linen and all produced in the UK. These designs feel like a deep sigh of relief after a hard day. The […]
Top Drawer: new products
I’m always interested to see what Top Drawer will reveal each season and it didn’t disappoint this time. New companies mixed with established ones and it’s always surprising to see who is there. This year I bumped into someone I hadn’t seen for over 20 years! Here are just a couple of exhibitors worth watching: […]