Articles — vintage fabric

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...

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...

India Holmes, the newly appointed Creative Director at Pelican House, whose passion for textiles and design is nothing short of inspiring. A rising star in the global textile scene, India was previously the Director of Embroidery at de Gournay, where she has worked extensively with artisans across India and China. Her deep respect for traditional techniques and dedication to elevating craftsmanship made her a natural fit for Pelican House, where she joins forces with Bella Valenzia to create unique, artful pieces that celebrate heritage while pushing creative boundaries. Read on for India’s wonderful insights into decorating with vintage textiles, her...