Royal memorabilia

Noah Hilditch on the collection he has built since childhood

All in Bloom

Floral fabrics have been staples of textile design for centuries, and while styles have evolved, the appeal is everlasting, says Celia Rufey

Setting the scene

Clive Mead and Stephen Hewson have revealed the historical past of this Tardis-like townhouse in Deal, with a little bit of help from their imaginations

City CALM

In Paris, behind a charming leafy courtyard, Aude Christin’s apartment has been transformed with colour, pattern and antiques, creating a country house feeling in the bustling city

Shopping with the pros

Cathy and Peter Bullen are well practised at buying antiques and vintage pieces from Provences flea markets. Here, Cathy talks to Katie Pike and shares her top tips...

Patina Provençal

As seasoned dealers in French antiques, Cathy and Peter Bullen were well placed to turn this historic house into their home from home

BOOK REVIEWS

Settle into summer with these three delightful reads, for lovers of ART, TRAVEL, CRAFTSMANSHIP and DECORATIVE ANTIQUES

Talking Shop: THOMPSON'S GARDEN EMPORIUM

Michael Thompson, owner of Thompson’s Garden Emporium, speaks to Molly Malsom about his passion for Coalbrookdale benches, the painstaking restoration process, and the thrill of the chase...

STYLE & SHOPPING

Our monthly guide to DECORATIVE accessories, unique ANTIQUES and beautiful textiles that will add CHARACTER and colour to your home

Drew Pritchard

The Salvage Hunter, whose memoir is out now, talks about his love of antiques and his life in the trade...

Cabinet of Curiosities

In Mary Poppins (1934) and, later, Disney's film adaptation, a bird woman sells bags of crumbs on the steps of St Paul's. It's an evocative image

Andy Warhol textiles

A leviathan on the 1960s Pop Art scene, Warhol's earlier textiles were virtually unknown, but an exhibition of garments made from fabrics in his designs is set to change this

The Mask of Greatness

Peter Malone associates death masks with faded glory' and teams them with busts and architectural mouldings to great effect in his home

Finnish flamboyance

Ann-Mari has bucked the national trend and decorated her flat with vintage finds and also a dramatic - and unusual colour palette

A fresh perspective

Downsizing takes careful consideration, but Sarah Jempson has created a comfortable new home for herself and husband Jonathan by combining their most-loved antiques and collections with new ideas and stylish finishes

A sense of ADVENTURE

Pieces acquired from around the globe sit harmoniously with vernacular details in this Normandy home

Open HOUSE

Alice Roberton uncovers the wonderful world of home pop-ups, where well-curated and beautifully displayed antique and vintage treasures can be admired - and purchased - in a domestic setting

ALICE KETTLE

Dominique Corlett speaks to the award-winning textile artist about a life dedicated to stitch and the joys of sewing backwards

A tribute to Judith Miller

Friends and colleagues of the hugely respected and loved antiques expert share their thoughts and memories

WHY I COLLECT Carlton Ware money boxes

With their fun patterns and bright colours, the mid-century designs by Vivienne Brennan are immensely appealing, finds collector

THE TALENTED Mr Daniel

Having left Spode to set up on his own, this skilful designer developed innovative designs using traditional methods

FLIGHTS OF FANCY

From practical household objects to flamboyant embellishment and imaginative designs inspired by flowers, fruit and even hot air balloons, it's no wonder toleware's popularity is soaring

Level UP your collecting

Is your collection getting out of hand, or not quite as exciting to you as it once was? Maybe it’s time to take it to the next level, says Emma Longstaff, with a few pointers from the experts

Heart and soul

Paula Goodburn's South African childhood has left its mark, and the sights and sounds of the country inform all aspects of her design

Country Pleasures

Nicky Willis relocated to the picturesque village of Cuckfield, West Sussex, to create a tranquil home alongside a stylish shop filled with tempting antiques and bespoke furnishings

A colourful existence

For former Vogue fashion director Lucinda Chambers, there's nothing better than a project, and her home is forever in flux

What am I?

Each issue we take a close look at an unusual antique... can you guess what it is?

Behind the Scenes AT THE MUSEUM

Poppy Benner speaks to Ainsley Vinall, Assistant Curator at the William Morris Gallery, about his favourite object in the collection

Six of the best KINGLY BREAKFASTS

Afternoon tea is often regarded as the crowning glory of British dining but breakfast is where the nation's cuisine really shines,

TRAVEL

Travel NEWS, a review of ELMLEY NATURE RESERVE, six of the best KINGLY BREAKFASTS, plus antiquing in PETWORTH