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I discovered the work of British textile designer Lisa Stickley sometime last year, and since then have become an admirer of her beautiful style. I ordered her first craft book, Made At Home last month and have been enjoying flicking through it- there are great instructions for a roman blind that I want to try (having tried to sew one before, and horribly failed) as well as cushions with piped edging, and a smart apron. The projects are probably aimed at beginner-sewers, but why I really bought the book was for its styling: the fabrics and furnishings used in the photos are really gorgeous. Very old-fashioned British, but without being overly floral or twee. (I'm guessing that the rooms shown belong to Lisa herself: you can read more about her London home here.)

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14 responses to “british-style”

  1. heather Avatar

    What a beautiful book! I love the simple style. I’ve found myself trying to simplify and declutter lately. THis looks like great inspiration, with some great sewing projects too!~

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  2. Kylie Avatar

    I love her designs so much! I love everything she makes too actually 🙂 I’m lucky enough to own one of her handbags and it is much loved. Great post Melissa 🙂 Kx

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  3. Kylie Avatar

    p.s. didn’t know she had a book out – thanks for the tip! Kx

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  4. Annika Avatar

    Oh, I love that book, I had it out from the library recently. All the projects were so gorgeous, yet so simple!

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  5. kate Avatar

    I’ve followed her career since her Royal College degree show and really like her style. I’ve had this out from the library too, and you’ve reminded me to find it again (and actually make something, not just read it..) And her home is quirkily lovely!

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  6. Margaret Oomen Avatar

    love that comfie chair in the last photgraph

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  7. kaylovesvintage Avatar

    I been to her shop in the uk

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  8. Emily Avatar

    Looks lovely – I love this sort of British look.

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  9. betty Avatar
    betty

    missing todays post 😦 & then spotted the family illness comment on etsy – hope they get well soon. x

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  10. rachelle Avatar

    love those tea cosies. reminds me of tara badcock’s work too. http://teacosyrevolutiontara.blogspot.com/
    its awesome how small enterprises by designers with handmade origins are popular at the moment.
    x

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  11. Molly Avatar

    oh, this is new to me! thanks, so very much.

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  12. coco Avatar

    your post always inspire me and lead me to creative mood. thanks.

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  13. Avis in London Avatar
    Avis in London

    Its amazing I log into an NZ blog to find out about a crafts/designer in London, I thought I was familiar with most of the UK designers, I was wrong. This one is new to me. I like the chic colour combinations, I just so wish my mother was still alive so I show her all this new crafting movement and the books. She was an excellent knitter and needlewoman.

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  14. Lin Avatar

    It does look like a beautiful little book and for me, a definite non-sewer, might be a good first step. Thank you!

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