One of my commissions from last year was recycling a clients vintage musquash fur jacket into a trim, which was then to be added to a Harris Tweed wool blanket. My client came to me with this idea, which I was very excited to do as it was the first time someone had asked me …
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Zero Waste Interiors
A Cushion Collection for Lovers of Tactile Textiles and Maximalist Minds
How it Begins.. Last month saw the release of my 2023 Autumn/Winter cushion collection. For this capsule collection I was inspired by an Autumn palette of rustic tones of oranges, purples and blues. As with all my collections I don’t follow any trends, I dive into my fabric collection (which I am always adding to) …
Commission Spotlight: Remodelling Vintage Fur Coats into Luxurious Fur Throws
My latest commission saw me upcycle two fur coats into two separate fur throws for a client. One was for herself and one for her mother. My client initially sent me up 4 furs with the intention of recycling all of them into throws, however once I had seen the furs there were 2 that …
Commission Spotlight: Upcycling Two Vintage Fur Coats into a Decadent Fur Throw
My latest commission saw me recycle two old fur coats into a very large fur throw for a client, Mark. Mark posted his furs up to me as he lived in Southern England and once I had assessed his furs we had a phone call to discuss design ideas. Both of the coats he sent …
Commission Spotlight: Transforming an Old Fur Coat into Keepsake Cushions
The Story of the Coat One of my most recent commissions was working with this vintage beaver lamb (shorn sheepskin) coat that belonged to my clients Granny. My clients grandmother was born in 1906 and was given the fur coat by her husband. The whole family have many fond memories of their beloved granny wearing …
Interior Inspiration: A Collaboration with Folkenrose
Back in May I had the absolute pleasure of working with the talented angel delight that is Abbi King, who is known as Folkenrose in the world of instagram! Being able to hire one of your friends and pay them for their work is one of the most rewarding experiences as a business owner, especially …
Recycling a Vintage Fur Jacket into a Glamorous Fur Throw
One of my recent commissions was turning a vintage Ocelot jacket into a stunning fur throw. This preloved fur was a very special heirloom that had originally belonged to my clients Mother-in-law. The jacket was originally bought as a birthday present, here is what the original jacket looked like in 1966 at a wedding! Giving …
Transforming A Pre-Loved Fur Coat into Gorgeous Fur Cushions
One of my commissions earlier this year was transforming a pale mink vintage fur coat into cushions. This fur coat was particularly special as it belonged to my customers late mother. It was in immaculate condition, including the lining, which had a stunning embroidered detail running along the hem. If you have been following my …
Styling Statement Cushions – A Closer Look at my Latest Sustainable Cushion Collection
My latest cushion collection launched at the beginning of September, and most of the cushions in this collection were statement pieces. Ranging from deep navy paired with fluffy recycled white fox fur, to oat coloured vintage mink fur paired with a textured cotton blend, to mossy green velvet with vintage speckled fox fur, each cushion …
Upcycling Grannies Vintage Furs Into Luxurious Fur Cushions and a Fur Purse
One of my recent commissions was turning two vintage fur stoles, a fur scarf and muff into fur cushions and a leather and fur purse. The vintage fur stoles and bag belonged to my customers granny and the scarf was a gift from her mum, so they were very sentimental. Laura got in touch with …