The Journal

10 Holland street citrus garden life’s a picnic Schumacher fabric

Day 38. Oranges and Lemons

One of my favourite textile designs of all time. #citrusgarden from @schumacher1889. Fresh, vibrant and reminiscent of holidays. My new print ‘Life a Picnic’ has taken some inspiration from this...

Day 38. Oranges and Lemons

One of my favourite textile designs of all time. #citrusgarden from @schumacher1889. Fresh, vibrant and reminiscent of holidays. My new print ‘Life a Picnic’ has taken some inspiration from this...

models wearing printed orange fabric, daring and radiant

The Colour Orange: Brave, Bold; Uplifting 🧡

Orange is brave, bold, and oh so uplifting. Once a colour I hesitated to wear, I’ve grown to love its warmth and energy. From fluorescent orange chairs to chic silk...

The Colour Orange: Brave, Bold; Uplifting 🧡

Orange is brave, bold, and oh so uplifting. Once a colour I hesitated to wear, I’ve grown to love its warmth and energy. From fluorescent orange chairs to chic silk...

4 images of behind the scenes in a fashion studio

Interning at Alexander McQueen — A Lesson in Fa...

In Summer 2008, as a 21‑year‑old design student, I interned at Alexander McQueen in the print and embroidery department. It was a formative experience, building the foundations of my creative...

Interning at Alexander McQueen — A Lesson in Fa...

In Summer 2008, as a 21‑year‑old design student, I interned at Alexander McQueen in the print and embroidery department. It was a formative experience, building the foundations of my creative...

10 Holland street chipped paint textiles interiors

Day 30. Chipped Paint

I’m convinced that you can spot pattern anywhere you look. You just have to be aware of it and 💥boom, there it will be. Chris has been sanding down my...

Day 30. Chipped Paint

I’m convinced that you can spot pattern anywhere you look. You just have to be aware of it and 💥boom, there it will be. Chris has been sanding down my...

The modern House Estate Agents, 4 images of London Houses for sale

Day 29. My Top Podcasts for Beating the Lockdow...

Who doesn’t love a podcast? In an age of overload, they’re a refreshing way to connect and escape. On walks through St Albans, I tune into favourites like The Modern...

Day 29. My Top Podcasts for Beating the Lockdow...

Who doesn’t love a podcast? In an age of overload, they’re a refreshing way to connect and escape. On walks through St Albans, I tune into favourites like The Modern...

on the road to theory Peter Knapp 10 Holland Street Textile Design

Day 27. HOPPY EASTER

On the road to Thoiry (1970) was taken by the Swiss photographer Peter Knapp (b.1931)  for the French fashion house Courrèges. The empty road and open landscape evoke a feeling...

Day 27. HOPPY EASTER

On the road to Thoiry (1970) was taken by the Swiss photographer Peter Knapp (b.1931)  for the French fashion house Courrèges. The empty road and open landscape evoke a feeling...