Top Drawer A/W 2017 highlights - part 3 (Spotted)
2 down, 2 to go! Now it’s time for me to share my favourite stands from the Spotted section of Top Drawer A/W 2017. Spotted showcases an eclectic mix of upcoming (normally UK-based) designer makers and companies, with wares extending from kitchenware, luxury soaps and textiles.
I was delighted to see that the presence of ‘Spotted’ exhibitors had grown so much since the concept was first launched - they only used to have small podiums/blocks to display their goods, now they get full stands! It was hard to pick out just a few highlights from such a strong selection, so here are ten exhibitors that I really adored:
a) Anatole Design - Stand SP202
Launched just last year, Lizzie Weir was showing her range of colourful and vibrant cushions, upholstery, tea towels, aprons and a variety of other bespoke objects at the exhibition. The goods are hand-printed and each is unique.
b) Epping Smith - Stand SP205
Epping Smith was founded by two friends, artist Emma McClure and interior decorator Catherine Cumming, just this year. Their cushions are designed and printed by hand in Cornwall with environmentally friendly inks, with the natural and nautical themes of many of their designs reflecting this eco-friendly ethos.
c) Guerilla Cast - Stand SP222
Designed by Guerilla Cast, PISTE goods encompass many of my favourite things - nature, practicality and design. ‘PISTE goods was born through our passion for the outdoors; creating products and accessories for the home inspired by nature and weekend adventures.’ Sounds right up my street! The range includes customisable shelving, hooks and bottle openers.
d) Hadley Paper Stand Goods - SP114
Based in Hertfordshire and created by artist Jo Waterhouse, Hadley create utterly charming and colourful greeting cards and prints, with a timeless and nostalgic sensibility to them. As a believer that the human touch is an essential component of a good greeting card - a philosophy I whole-heartedly agree with - each design begins as an original piece of artwork on paper.
e) Indigo & Wills - Stand SP110
Inspired by their time spent living in India and the Far East; Indigo & Wills designs, manufactures and sells interior lifestyle products using traditional and ethical techniques. The East-meets-West influence is evident throughout their collection and it makes them all the more unique and striking.
f) Leigh Bagley - Stand SP207
You may recognise Leigh from one of my earlier posts. After admiring his work a lot in the past few months, I got the chance to see his products in person! His wallpaper and fabric designs are modern, striking and bold without compromising colour, with exciting and daring tones being used across the range. Just seeing the Hara wallpaper makes me want to redecorate all over again!
g) Nichola Taylorson - Stand SP96
Inspired by traditional Indian craftsmanship, Nichola Taylorson combines techniques such as block printing, mud printing and embroidery to create her stunning range of soft furnishings. The creation of these products is a transcontinental process; Nichola designs her collections in London and works closely with ethically-sourced Indian artisans in Jaipur and Bangalore for the printing of all her fabric, while a fair trade organisation helping women from vulnerable backgrounds, provides the stitching.
h) Penny Burns Collection - Stand SP116
The Penny Burns Collection is comprised of a range of cushions and fabrics, with designs reimagined from the privately owned work of a tapestry designer Penny Burns working in the West Country from the 1970s. The collection combines charming 70s style with timeless depictions of nature.
i) Slow Split - Stand SP209
A recent obsession of mine; Slow Split make stunning handmade wooden kitchen utensils, including spoons, chopping boards and honey dippers. The quality of their products and the incredible colours their varnishes bring out of the woods are enough to make me want to fill my kitchen with them!
j) The Curious Department - SP201
Ever since I was a child, I’ve always had a soft spot for the unusual...mainly in the way I loved reptiles and insects. The Curious Department produce a playful, fun and exciting range of homeware, ethically-made taxidermy pieces and crockery - designed to showcase the beauty of insects. Because, quite frankly, why wouldn’t you want to drink your tea from a mug covered in beetles?
Check out highlights from the other sections of Top Drawer A/W 2017:
Part 1 - Gift
Part 2 - Home
Part 4 - Craft
I was delighted to see that the presence of ‘Spotted’ exhibitors had grown so much since the concept was first launched - they only used to have small podiums/blocks to display their goods, now they get full stands! It was hard to pick out just a few highlights from such a strong selection, so here are ten exhibitors that I really adored:
a) Anatole Design - Stand SP202
Launched just last year, Lizzie Weir was showing her range of colourful and vibrant cushions, upholstery, tea towels, aprons and a variety of other bespoke objects at the exhibition. The goods are hand-printed and each is unique.
b) Epping Smith - Stand SP205
Epping Smith was founded by two friends, artist Emma McClure and interior decorator Catherine Cumming, just this year. Their cushions are designed and printed by hand in Cornwall with environmentally friendly inks, with the natural and nautical themes of many of their designs reflecting this eco-friendly ethos.
c) Guerilla Cast - Stand SP222
Designed by Guerilla Cast, PISTE goods encompass many of my favourite things - nature, practicality and design. ‘PISTE goods was born through our passion for the outdoors; creating products and accessories for the home inspired by nature and weekend adventures.’ Sounds right up my street! The range includes customisable shelving, hooks and bottle openers.
d) Hadley Paper Stand Goods - SP114
Based in Hertfordshire and created by artist Jo Waterhouse, Hadley create utterly charming and colourful greeting cards and prints, with a timeless and nostalgic sensibility to them. As a believer that the human touch is an essential component of a good greeting card - a philosophy I whole-heartedly agree with - each design begins as an original piece of artwork on paper.
e) Indigo & Wills - Stand SP110
Inspired by their time spent living in India and the Far East; Indigo & Wills designs, manufactures and sells interior lifestyle products using traditional and ethical techniques. The East-meets-West influence is evident throughout their collection and it makes them all the more unique and striking.
f) Leigh Bagley - Stand SP207
You may recognise Leigh from one of my earlier posts. After admiring his work a lot in the past few months, I got the chance to see his products in person! His wallpaper and fabric designs are modern, striking and bold without compromising colour, with exciting and daring tones being used across the range. Just seeing the Hara wallpaper makes me want to redecorate all over again!
g) Nichola Taylorson - Stand SP96
Inspired by traditional Indian craftsmanship, Nichola Taylorson combines techniques such as block printing, mud printing and embroidery to create her stunning range of soft furnishings. The creation of these products is a transcontinental process; Nichola designs her collections in London and works closely with ethically-sourced Indian artisans in Jaipur and Bangalore for the printing of all her fabric, while a fair trade organisation helping women from vulnerable backgrounds, provides the stitching.
h) Penny Burns Collection - Stand SP116
The Penny Burns Collection is comprised of a range of cushions and fabrics, with designs reimagined from the privately owned work of a tapestry designer Penny Burns working in the West Country from the 1970s. The collection combines charming 70s style with timeless depictions of nature.
i) Slow Split - Stand SP209
A recent obsession of mine; Slow Split make stunning handmade wooden kitchen utensils, including spoons, chopping boards and honey dippers. The quality of their products and the incredible colours their varnishes bring out of the woods are enough to make me want to fill my kitchen with them!
j) The Curious Department - SP201
Ever since I was a child, I’ve always had a soft spot for the unusual...mainly in the way I loved reptiles and insects. The Curious Department produce a playful, fun and exciting range of homeware, ethically-made taxidermy pieces and crockery - designed to showcase the beauty of insects. Because, quite frankly, why wouldn’t you want to drink your tea from a mug covered in beetles?
Check out highlights from the other sections of Top Drawer A/W 2017:
Part 1 - Gift
Part 2 - Home
Part 4 - Craft
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