I’ve gone and bought myself something naughty. I think Dekoplus produced the most covetable fabrics in the world. So when I spotted a pair of Dekoplus fabric curtains for sale online at a bargain price, I just couldn’t resist. I’m not … Continue reading
Category Archives: pretty things
tiny worlds
I can’t remember how I first stumbled across this picture. It was probably on Pinterest, where I am spending a fair bit of time again, now that I have worked out how not to have to look at a load … Continue reading
a lady’s prerogative
Unlike many vintage fabric fans, I have never been enamoured of vintage Sanderson. Don’t get me wrong, I love what the likes of Dottie Angel and Sarah Moore can do with it – and I am by no means immune to the charms of granny chic in … Continue reading
crewel world
What is it about vintage embroideries that make them so appealing? Is it the bright colours, the exuberant, usually floral, designs? Well, yes. It is. They just make my heart sing. I know the amount of work involved in them. I’ve … Continue reading
treasure trove
Having not had the pleasure of a great deal of vintage-browsing since Christmas, this weekend saw me taking a little tour of the charity shops of Sherwood. They can be a variable lot, these out-of-town boutiques of the discarded. I have had … Continue reading
whole lotta pattern
Lotta Kühlhorn is one of my design heroes. You have probably seen her designs on kitchen and homewares, or Ikea fabrics… Or perhaps you have come across her book about pattern design? If not, you’re in for a treat. The … Continue reading