From the ever-popular Merchant & Mills comes their latest book, HOUSE. House is a gorgeous collection of visual inspiration, ideas, and patterns for the home. The patterns contained in this book are inspired by The Grove, the Merchant & Mills Victorian house in Rye, which is beautifully decorated around Merchant & Mills' cloth collections.
From Merchant & Mills:
HOUSE tells the story of The Grove and the patterns that inhabit it. It’s more than a book of sewing patterns, it’s a source of interior inspiration. Your new spring-cleaning manual, bound to become a well-thumbed resource every time you feel your home needs a refresh. The instructions for seven sewing patterns live inside, illustrated by inspiring photographs of each pattern made up in signature Merchant & Mills cloth: four different cushions, a quilt, a blind and a duvet set.
Carolyn Denham shares the story of The Grove and the process of renovating and designing a home around our fabrics; we share an interview with Victoria Barker of Faeger, an interior designer and an expert in creating both residential and commercial spaces that put handmade in the spotlight; we talk about why we champion natural fibres in both our homes and wardrobes, not only as a more conscious and sustainable option but also a practical and beautiful one.
“Designing The Grove was the catalyst to create a small collection of patterns that would work together to form a handmade home. These designs are scattered throughout The Grove, in different rooms and environments. They are an easy way to change up your space without the great expense of a renovation or large investment pieces.
Soft furnishings are a brilliant way to develop your sewing skills and start experimenting with textiles. When designing the projects, I thought about simple makes for all skill levels, including those who maybe wouldn’t attempt to make their own clothes but could start with a cushion or a topper. In this book we will work through the patterns, adding new techniques as you gain confidence.” – Carolyn Denham
The instructions for seven sewing patterns live inside, illustrated by inspiring photographs of each pattern made up in signature Merchant & Mills cloth:
- Simple Envelope Cushion
- Cushion Cover with Zip
- Peek A Boo Cushion
- Bolster Cover
- Quilt & Sofa/Bed Topper
- Relaxed Blind
- Duvet Set
A note: While overall fabric/project measurements are given in both imperial and metric measurements, pattern details are provided in metric (cm). The patterns are flexible and adaptable to your project, however. Please contact us with any questions.
