Articles — chloe jonason

Vintage Textiles Sellers Calling out to all my fellow textile enthusiasts and vintage lovers! In the article below I share and celebrate my favourite vintage textiles sellers. These talented curators have an incredible knack for consistently finding exceptional pieces that simply ooze quality and captivate the heart. Furthermore, every seller on the list holds a special place in my heart for their dedication to preserving the essence of the past and inspiring my own work. Whether you're an avid collector or just starting to fall in love with these wonders of the past, I hope this article will be your ultimate...

Recently I caught up with the brilliant Sarah Davenport, founder of the Stamford based 'That Rebel House'.  Sarah created 'That Rebel House' as a safe place for people to feel free to bend or even break the rules when designing and decorating your home. With vibrant homewares and regular stock drops, 'That Rebel House' is well worth keeping an eye on! Here is what Sarah had to say with regards to decorating your home with vintage textiles: @thatrebelhouse How do you go about incorporating them into your work? Vintage rugs made from natural materials i.e. wool and cotton are my...

In recent years, sustainability has emerged and remained a major concern across industries. In particular, the textiles industry faces significant environmental and ethical challenges due to its resource-intensive nature and complex supply chains. However, by adopting innovative practices and embracing sustainability at every level, the textiles industry has the potential to become a driving force in building a more eco-friendly future. In this blog post, we explore several ideas that can help transform the textiles industry and make it more sustainable. 1.  Utilise Sustainable Materials One of the fundamental steps towards sustainability in the textiles industry is the adoption of eco-friendly...

This month I chatted to the lovely Brooke Copp-Barton about why she loves vintage textiles and how she uses them to such great affect in her work. Brooke Copp-Barton Interiors was set up in 2017 and is based in Chiswick, West London. Brooke’s interior design philosophy is rooted in simplicity and practicality, with a passion for bringing colour, pattern and vintage finds to each interior. @home_at_brookes How do you go about incorporating them into your work? We always love to include all manner of vintage in our schemes as we love the idea of having pre-loved items in a home; both...