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The Stories Behind the Stitch: Stripes

By John Baguley, 16 September 2025

Few motifs in design are as deceptively simple yet as profoundly influential as the stripe. Through the repetition of line, interiors can be elongated, anchored, energised or calmed. Stripes impose rhythm, guide the eye and confer a sense of order, which is precisely why striped textiles remain foundational to interior design.

The Stories Behind the Stitch: Houndstooth

By John Baguley , 19 August 2025

This next chapter in our Stories Behind the Stitch series doesn’t require a passport stamp. We’re staying close to home with a textile that’s as British as drizzle and as recognisable as a Savile Row suit: houndstooth. A pattern with a literal edge, and a history you can read in the weave.

The Stories Behind the Stitch: Sintra

By John Baguley, 8 July 2025

If pattern could speak, the tiles of Portugal would whisper tales of conquest, craftsmanship, and romantic transformation. In this second instalment of The Stories Behind the Stitch, we return to Sintra, a jewel nestled in the hills above Lisbon, to trace how azulejos, Portugal’s iconic painted tiles, met the visionary imagination of King Ferdinand II to become symbols of national identity and artistic reinvention.

The Stories Behind the Stitch: Kilim

By John Baguley, 12 June 2025

This is the first instalment of “The Stories Behind the Stitch”, where we explore the origins and influences behind some of our most cherished design names. We’re starting with Kilim, because it’s one of the oldest, and most misunderstood, textile traditions on the planet. It’s also a name that holds centuries of creative freedom, tribal storytelling, and, quite literally, threads of cultural identity.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST CURTAIN FABRIC

By Nick Thomas, 3 December 2020

Finding the perfect pair of curtains for a room can be the make or break at the end of the decorating process. Not only do your curtains serve a purpose as a focal piece of a room, but they can also be costly, so it’s important to get them right. Read this article to find out how!

CHRISTMAS COLOURME – FOCUS ON GREENS

By Nick Thomas, 13 December 2019

Christmas Tree has always been the centrepiece of every festive living room. Bringing the rich green colour it not only stands out but but brings a breath of fresh air to the room. Find out here how you can add a pop of green to your festive decor for an unmatched styling experience!

CHRISTMAS COLOURME – FOCUS ON REDS

By Nick Thomas, 11 December 2019

Posted in ColourMe

With Christmas just around the corner, it's the perfect time to start thinking about festive decorations! A pop of cheerful red home decor will instantly transform your room and bring that ever-needed pop of colour. Find out more in this article!

ALL HANDS ON DECK

By Nick Thomas, 10 September 2019

Posted in Announcements

Its been a busy few weeks in the office preparing for the launch of our new website, but we’re now very pleased to reveal to you the final product!

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