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We are thrilled to have Elizabeth Hay in the spotlight seat this time - I am a huge admirer of her work and love the way she incorporates vintage textiles into her designs. Elizabeth grew up in the South West of England, the U.S.A and Kenya. Following university she lived in London for 8 years working in interior design for Sibyl Colefax first and then for Veere Grenney, before relocating to Singapore in 2013 where she lived for 11 years. Elizabeth’s international upbringing, in addition to living in South East Asia for over a decade, has hugely influenced her work...

Lisbon, with its rich history, vibrant culture and charming old-world charm, is a haven for lovers of vintage textiles. Whether you are a designer, collector or simply an admirer of beautifully woven fabrics, the Portuguese capital offers a fascinating journey into the past through its antique and second-hand textile markets, specialty stores and hidden gems. Katie, Head of Comms at Chloe Jonason Interiors is based in Lisbon and here are her favourite places to discover ‘all things vintage’ in this amazing city:   1. Feira da Ladra – The Thieves’ Market No search for vintage treasures in Lisbon would be...

The Best Places to Hunt for Vintage Treasures in the Nottswolds With our Brocante just around the corner in May, I wanted to share my favourite vintage-hunting spots in the Nottswolds. Whether you're searching for antique textiles, decorative pieces or unique finds, these places are goldmines for treasure hunters. In no particular order, here are my top recommendations, along with my insider tips to help you make the most of your visit. 1. Newark & Nottinghamshire Antiques Fair 📍 Newark Showground, Lincoln Rd, Newark NG24 2NY 🌐Newark Antiques Fair  🕰️ Open: Every two months, check website for dates 💰 Price...

We are delighted to have our next spotlight with Holly, who launched Effortless Interior Design in 2022, with the vision of making high-end interior design more accessible. Holly trained under the internationally renowned Rita Konig (House & Garden Top 100, AD Top 100), before gaining experience with Isabella Worsley and Lucy Cunningham; both highly respected names in luxury interior design. While working on bespoke projects, Holly had an idea she couldn’t ignore: how to offer professionally curated interiors without the cost of a full design service. This led to the creation of her Off-the-Peg Design Schemes, which allows clients to...