My debut collection of knitted cushions and throws will be on display at Somerset House for The Startup Showcase next weekend (23rd/24th March). The designs are a taster of what’s to come, but are currently not for sale. All samples have been made by me on a hand-operated knitting machine. It’s an incredibly labour intensive process, requiring me to weave-in the pattern every row…and there are lots of rows! Some of the patterns are more complicated than others, but none of them are quick to knit! Here’s a little video to give you an idea of the process…
Sneak Peek: win a designer cushion!
My cushions aren’t for sale yet, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get your hands on one. I will be giving away one of my cushions in return for a bit of help with market research. At The Startup Showcase…
Research: London Design Festival 2014 – Textiles
Textiles for interiors at LDF: Lucy Simpson, Zuzunaga, Donna Wilson, Beldi Rugs, Pappelina, Kenana & Yurta.
In Sight: Patterns in the Snow
It’s been a snowy weekend here…
In Sight: Palm leaves
This is a watercolour sketch I did when I was in Lima, sitting underneath palm trees on the cliff tops between Barranco and Miraflores.
In Sight: Barranco street view – 1
Barranco is a small neighbourhood in Lima that feels surprisingly tranquil in comparison to the rest of the city. At the beginning of the 20th century it was a summer resort for rich Peruvians, but as the city grew and…
Mouth Watering: Stuffed Mushrooms
I love this recipe, it’s simple and delicious. Originally given to me a few years ago by my friend Jenny. Since then I’ve made a few adaptations and thought I’d share my favourite version, made with giant portobello mushrooms, stilton…