A curated archive of textile histories, from 17th-century Indian chintz to 20th-century French jacquards. Each story explores fabric not just as material, but as a carrier of trade, craftsmanship, and cultural exchange. Discover the patterns, weaves, and printing traditions that shaped interiors and everyday life.
Discover the charm of collecting vintage bowls and why imperfections make them even more special. From hand-painted café au lait bowls found in French brocantes to colourful Italian and Portuguese pieces at UK markets, this guide shares practical tips on what to look for, where to find them, and why following your instincts leads to the best collections.
Read MoreCarved from jade, agate, and glass, these mid-century floral sculptures were once cherished as everlasting bouquets. Set into celadon or porcelain pots, each bloom catches the light with a quiet translucence. From rosy petals to deep green leaves, jade flowers embody both nature and craft, offering a garden that never fades.
Read MoreDiscover the charm of a mid century faux flower bouquet with wilted blooms and hand-tinted fabric petals. Explore the history of vintage everlasting flowers, their nostalgic appeal, and creative styling ideas for interiors, still life photography, and artistic projects.
Read MoreThe first signs of autumn are here: softer mornings, earlier evenings, and a shift in colour. This post gathers vintage quilts, rustic ceramics, and Provençal cloths into a gentle edit for the season ahead.
Read MoreRaoul Dufy’s textiles burst with colour, rhythm, and joy. From bold dress prints to interiors alive with painterly florals, discover how his fabric designs reshaped 20th-century French fashion and continue to inspire today.
Read MoreFrom its origins as hand-painted cottons in 17th-century India to its European drawing-room reinventions and late-20th-century interiors, chintz fabric has carried a rich textile history. These glazed floral cottons tell a story not only of changing fashions but of the cultural exchanges and trade routes that shaped domestic life.
Read MoreA painterly beginning and a quiet rebellion in cloth, this feature traces the roots of Tricia Guild’s early work with Designers Guild, from block-printed Indian cottons to bold floral textiles. It explores how her designs shaped a new language of interior design, one built on fragments, colour intuition, and tactile feeling.
Read MoreA 1940s French floral jacquard from Roubaix tells a quiet story of post-war domestic life, strength, and beauty. From the looms of France’s industrial textile heart to the linen drawers of rural homes, this rare coutil fabric is woven with history and craftsmanship.
Read MoreFrom shimmering Indian cottons to the sunlit markets of Provence, Souleiado fabrics carry a luminous Provençal heritage. This narrated feature traces their roots, revival, and enduring spirit, where textile history, craftsmanship, and French style meet in every pattern.
Read MoreStep into the world of 18th-century French textiles with Huet’s Les Travaux de la Manufacture, a series where art met industry, and every thread was woven with the story of its makers.
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