Denna Jones considers how Zollanvari’s new collections of hand-knotted rugs can uplift us and help redefine our ‘new normal’
New Collections
Circ collection: New looks for Art Deco
Tsar Carpets’ new rug collection curates a mix of carefree comfort with the elegance of Art Deco
Campaign for Wool Warms Up Southwark Cathedral
Denna Jones Lovers of wool are legging it around the capital to catch events, workshops and exhibitions allied to Campaign for Wool’s fifth annual UK Wool Week (6-12 October 2014). Knit-a-thon at Brora (and a Twitter auction to win the blanket outcome), meet the Maker...
Vintage Tattoos translated into FLOOR_STORY rugs
Denna Jones Permanent markings ritually inked onto faces, biceps, backs, forearms and most surfaces of the human body, hold an enduring fascination unequalled by other forms of bodily adornment. In some cultures the act is less “ritual” and more “right of passage”...
Lindsay Alker launches “House of Bertoncini” fabric collection
Denna Jones British textile designer Lindsay Alker's second collection of hand silk-screened textiles made in England and printed on natural linen, launches September 2013 at London's prestigious Decorex International design show. Titled "House of Bertoncini", Alker's...
Rubelli on Show in 2013
The fabrics produced by textile house Rubelli have all the drama, extravagance and historical reference that you would expect of a world-class Venetian company that has been in production for 155 years. Rubelli's 2013 presents a selection new designs that reflect...
New Designers 2013: a Star is Discovered
Denna Jones "Pop! pop! pop!" Daniel Beckford positions his arms to hold an imaginary rug tufting gun, pumps his hands, and delights in providing verbal support for his impromptu demonstration of how he placed scattered pot shots of wool across a quadrant of his degree...
Marimekko Fashion for Summer 2013
If you are a fan of loud colourful pattern and don't yet know the Finnish design brand Marimekko, feast your eyes on this clothing. The Marimekko name is synonymous with bright colour and bold pattern and the company's latest fashion designs for summer 2013 are...
New Designers alumnus: Jasveer Panesar
Denna Jones In less than two weeks, COVER will be a featured media stand at New Designers 2013 - the exhibition for emerging design. Ever on the hunt for trends and new talent in carpet and textile designs, we are delighted to present the work of Jasveer Panesar who...