Launching Made to Order
In October 2024 I noticed a post on the Makers Cornwall Facebook page. It was an opportunity to apply for a place with Creative Kernow Associates to exhibit under their Design Frontier banner at the prestigious retail show, Top Drawer, in London in January 2025.
Creative Kernow is a charity based in Krowji Redruth. It’s mission is to champion creativity as a force for positive change in Cornwall. Design Frontier is their brand promoting and representing the best of design and craft from Cornwall and Isles of Scilly, established by Creative Kernow in 2018.
In partnership with Cornwall Shop Small there were eight concession places available for micro makers and as a solo Designer-Maker I felt there was a chance I could be considered. The application form was far reaching as you would expect with emphasis on good product photographs.
I was delighted to receive confirmation in early December 2024 that I had a place. Although my small batch, slow made, luxury handwoven homewares cannot support wholesale it was the perfect set of circumstances to launch the Made to Order arm of my business.

With support at every step of the way it was an excellent experience. Meeting all the Makers and organisers, building a team and having the incredible expertise of the leaders was invaluable. From fine honing my product range to the all important display on the stand I felt my confidence grow.
I majored on soft organic cotton tea towels and cotton linen mix table napkins in my brand colours inspired by the seascape of Cornwall. Contacting all the leads generated at the show is a work in progress. It was very exciting to see big brands, Estates and prestigious gift outlets wanting to know more about the luxury handwoven homewares I personally design, weave and sew myself.
My Made to Order service is also available to individuals and details of minimum quantity order details can be found on my website.
I’m passionate about using handwoven textiles in our everyday lives not just for special occasions. Choosing colours and a design that truly reflects your personality and home is an investment in your future lifestyle. High quality textiles withstand the test of time and bring joy with every use.