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Decorating with Vintage Textiles: Henriette von Stockhausen, VSP Interiors
I’m so thrilled to share that Henriette von Stockhausen, VSP Interiors has kindly answered my questions about decorating with vintage textiles. I’ve admired her work for as long as I can remember, so it was an absolute honour to speak with her. Henriette is the founder and creative director of VSP Interiors, a studio celebrated for its sensitive approach to historic buildings and classical architecture. Her signature style brings together antique furniture, vintage textiles and thoughtfully curated art to create interiors that are rich in character. Her talent for mixing modern elements into traditional spaces (and vice versa) results in...
The Power of Being Together: Why In-Person Workshops Matter More Than Ever
There’s something quietly magical that happens when people gather in a room to create. Not for performance, not for perfection - just for the simple joy of learning, making and being together. In a world that’s often spinning too fast, I’ve come to treasure the slow, grounding rhythm of in-person workshops. Whether it’s sewing, painting, sound therapy, lampshade making or wreaths woven with foraged ivy - when we gather, we reconnect not just with each other but with ourselves. Workshops (along with the process of creating my home) have truly been the foundation of my entire career. In the early...
Decorating with Vintage Textiles - Nadine Finnegan, Decurate Interiors
Nadine Finnegan, founder of Decurate Interiors, is known for creating timeless, layered spaces that blend warmth, elegance and functionality. With a background in both Interior Design and History, combined with a deep appreciation for global travel and craftsmanship, Nadine draws inspiration from vintage textiles, antiques and thoughtfully sourced pieces. Her work reflects a passion for character-rich interiors that feel both personal and refined. How do you go about incorporating vintage textiles into your work? I’m a huge advocate of incorporating both vintage and antique textiles into my schemes and love that each piece is completely unique. Depending on the...
Just Back from Stockholm – A Design Lover’s Dream
I’ve just returned from the most wonderfully inspiring trip to Stockholm and let me tell you, my creative cup is overflowing. From timeless interiors to cinnamon-scented bakeries and effortlessly cool boutiques, Stockholm is a design lover’s paradise. My husband has Swedish roots which I am sure you guessed from our name. He was keen to explore the motherland and I was more than willing to join him! I have long admired their national sense of style but being immersed in it, day after day........ it really is next level. Here’s my guide to the highlights you absolutely mustn’t miss. STAY:...