Flower power

I am loving these beautiful flower arrangements today. The soft colours and vintage vases really are quite something. I could have gone on and on with more photos, but had to stop myself, as I was getting a little carried away. I find the mix of freshness and old vintage wares truly inspiring and it reminds that there is no excuse for being short of a vase ... you really can use just about anything - from antique glass jars, to wooden crates, to mum's metal flour sifter and and grandma's old cookie jar.

Mum's old flour sifter is a true gem

Hanging vases - I love these!

Crates filled with roses and peonis and tied up with string

Old and new

Whenever I put pencil to paper, there is nothing that inspires me more than items that have been naturally distressed over time. I love old worldy furniture and collectables, the way the paint chips off them and the way they instantly enhance the character of a room. But less is more when it comes to oldwares. A few distressed chairs is enough to take the edge off a modern table setting and a collection of antique glass jars will transform the look of a fresh bunch of flowers. When I am designing my collection, I always keep in mind the connection between old and new - to me, there is nothing more beautiful than the product of a fresh colour palette or modern shape, toned down with naturally distressed fabrics, leathers and components.

Images courtesy of the fantastic The Found Vintage Rentals & Erin Ever After.