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Ikan from Christian Fischbacher

Behind the collection: 100 patterns in 100 days

During lockdown, artist Rebecca Duckett-Wilkinson set herself the target of painting one pattern a day for 100 days. A selection of her life-affirming prints are now available from Christain Fischbacher

hand knotted rug Solace by Wendy Morrison

In conversation with: Rug designer Wendy Morrison

Wendy Morrison recently opened her first London showroom, here she chats about her distinctive style, rugs that make her smile and her favourite shoes

Tree of Life headboard by Natasha Hulse

In conversation with: Natasha Hulse

Bespoke fabric artist Natasha Hulse specialises in three-dimensional appliqué works that are then upholstered onto headboards, furniture even lampshades

Black & Key

In conversation with: Alistair Black of Black & Key

Black & Key work with interior designers to create made to measure furniture. Alistair Black, founder of this British brand, spoke to The Insider about his life as a craftsman and the need to keep these skills alive

Table by Christophe Delcourt

In conversation with: Christophe Delcourt

London design gallery, Mint is currently showcasing the work of French furniture designer and artisan Christophe Delcourt. He talked to The Insider about his love of wood, his style and his favourite possession

Cox London

In conversation with: Cox London

Founded by Nicola and Christopher Cox in 2006, Cox London create remarkable furniture, lighting and mirrors. We discuss their style, involvement with Collect and the importance of nurturing traditional skills

Table lamps from Porta Romana

A day with Porta Romana

I’m ashamed to say that until very recently I assumed that Porta Romana was an Italian brand. So I was delighted to be invited to spend a day at their HQ in Farnham, to see British craftsmanship at its best

Odessa rug by Jennifer Manners

In conversation with: Jennifer Manners

I’m sure you’re familiar with the gorgeous rugs in the Jennifer Manners showroom at Chelsea Harbour. Here she talks about her design collaborations, creating an eco-friendly fibre and her favourite possession.

In conversation with: Theres Hoyos of MAIE

Moving to a new home during lockdown gave Theres Hoyos the time to develop her business MAIE, a brand of sustainably sourced and artisan made homeware and furniture

ND On The Green

Inside ND On The Green

Despite running a successful interior design business, Natascha Dartnall has also found time to open a shop, ND On The Green, selling gorgeous artisan pieces