A beautiful bookazine celebrating bright homes, entertaining, rustic, coastal and vintage décor and styling ideas - with a focus on a British aesthetic, traditions and craft. Divided into sections: Nostalgia, Stories, Adventure, Daydream each section includes a mixture of: Homes and gardens dressed for summer Tablescaping and entertaining at home – vintage and whimsical table settings for indoors and out, and how to throw a gorgeous garden party. Exclusive upcycling projects, artists and craftspeople using vintage, reclaimed and found pieces. Decorating and country house styling ideas for today’s home. British places to visit during the summer, from a focus on Bradford our 2025 City of Culture to vintage retreats and vacations. PLUS Exclusive short story Patina and poem Parasol Top 100 vintage, salvage and upcycled pieces and sources, including sources that are internationally available.
Editor’s letter
A Vintage Home
Sesons in the sun • Join us in a celebration of treasured moments and joyful connection, with home at the heart
Journal • Dip into our emporium of culture, workshops, vintage shopping and home inspiration
Indie intрiors • From a beautifully adorned dining table to a special gift, Micaela shows how to mark an occasion in style
Country house charm • The traditional English manor house provides inspiration for cosy, country-style homes abundant with antique finds, heritage wallpaper prints, eclectic art and luxuriously layered textiles
Nostalgia • Magical afternoons and golden evenings are here, ready for us to enjoy cherished moments and create memories anew
A family history • Nestled in the rolling Somerset countryside, Combe Head House is a cherished family home where history, nature and timeless design blend seamlessly across three generations
Around the table • Gather family and friends for an eternal summer of blithe, sunny days
Roberts radio • Mixing vintage design with modern functions, a Roberts radio is the classic choice for easy listening
Design directions • Laura Jane dives into the diverse and fascinating influences that make quintessential British design
Days gone by • Angeline Dickens has made her Edwardian Surrey home so pretty using a classic mix of vintage furniture, feminine fabrics and salvage finds
Stories • Over the summer months, home is more than a backdrop – it’s the heart of sun-soaked gatherings, slow afternoons, and cherished traditions to remember forever
Art deco dreams • Nina Watson’s London home has classic Edwardian bones, and inside is a unique mixture of art deco refinement, vintage glamour and modern style
A ripping yarn • Fresh fish still glistening from the sea, fluffy candy floss and ice creams covered in summery sprinkles are all rendered perfectly in yarn by Kate Jenkins
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Reclaim Creative • Professional upcycler Marcie K shares her tips on how to create unique and artistic homeware and accessories with pieces you already own, preloved, found and vintage items
The good life • A seat at the table: Banjo’s guide to hosting with heart – and a bit of old junk
Horsehair weaving • Explore the heritage of horsehair textiles, still made today on ancient looms using traditional techniques
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Transform • Love upcycling your vintage finds? Stay one step ahead with our round-up of the latest news and products
Upcycler profile • Insider tips and tricks from those in the know
In the workshop • Andy Jennings, co-owner of The Old Yard, shares his expertise on restoring old steel doors and windows to ensure their longevity and continued enjoyment
Patina • Returning reluctantly to her familiar childhood home, can...