Upcycling An Industrial Look: The Making Of Metropolis

Sometimes inspiration strikes as soon as you set eyes on a piece, at other times you flail around hoping that an idea will form as you begin the upcycling process.  In the case of this sweet French 19th century cabinet with lockable drawers, … Read More

Upholstery Lesson: Preparation For Leather

Call me impatient but I really thought I’d be moving a bit quicker with my upholstery project, however when you’re learning the traditional way with an exacting tutor you soon realise that it’s the method that sets the pace…it involves layers … Read More

How to Upholster a 1950’s Office Chair: Corners & Stitching

Welcome back to my upholstery tales; with each session bringing me that much closer to the final covering…or so I keep telling myself! And yet there’s so much more to learn within the traditional method –  under the strict tutor … Read More

1950’s Office Chair: Back To The Classroom

My upholstery project has brought me back into the classroom once more, and I can’t think of a better way to kick off the new year. As promised, I’m sharing my journey with you, step by step. Who knows – … Read More

Little Edwardian Brown Desk

Introducing my latest painting project…a unique vintage brown mahogany desk on castors in an (mostly) unloved shade of brown.   My first thought was how to make the most of the shape and character of this piece…what colours to go … Read More