I approach every project with the same intent – to create something beautiful with exquisite detail, using traditional handstitched techniques to produce the finest finish. Building from a simple frame many shapes can be formed through careful folds, tucks and stitches.

Trained at the esteemed British School of Upholstered Furniture

Journeyman member of the Guild of Traditional Upholsterers

With an academic background in textile history, selecting the best fabric is of utmost importance to me. Luxurious silks, linens, cottons and wool are sourced from a range of reputable suppliers and repurposing antique and vintage cloth is a fantastic option. Furniture and lampshades can be covered in something appropriate to its age or have an exciting modern twist.

My approach to reupholstery is to keep as much of the original as possible, while ensuring the piece is useable for many years to come. In some cases traditional hair stuffing can be washed and reused. When replacing old foam there are more environmentally friendly options to be explored which reduce harmful chemicals in your home.

Much of my Indian textile collection has been purchased with a traceable supply chain directly back to the weavers, printers and dyers.

Sharing knowledge through workshops is something I am really passionate about. Creating lampshades was once a domestic task, like dressmaking, and it is a real joy to see my students learning a new skill.

I am the Textiles Lecturer at the British School of Upholstered Furniture for the AMUSF upholstery course.

My studio is in heart of the Wiltshire countryside, near Devizes. I ship lampshades to anywhere in the world and have upholstery clients across the south of England.

Most of my teaching is in Wiltshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire and I am very happy to travel further afield.

My fascination with textiles traces back to early childhood, when I took weaving classes and revelled in imaginative knitting projects. Over the years, textiles remained a steadfast component of my life, guiding my studies in theatre design and design history. From researching textiles for esteemed establishments like Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre to curating exhibitions at prominent museums, my career has been intertwined with the rich tapestry of textile heritage.