Inspiration
Nature in Pattern: Why flowers, leaves and birds fill the design archives
Why do so many textile patterns feature flowers, leaves and birds? From Arts & Crafts design to today’s interiors, nature has always shaped the way... read more
The Secret of Historic Prints: Why they still work today
Why do historic patterns still look so right in modern interiors? From the art of the repeat to our enduring love of nature, the answer... read more
The British Pattern Makers: How we learned to love decoration again
Britain has always known how to do patterns. From Tudor halls to Morris florals and today’s maximalist revival, here’s how decoration evolved – and why... read more
Brilliant Lighting Upgrades for Renters (No Electrician Needed!)
You can transform your lighting without electricians, drilling marathons or panicked calls to the letting agent. Think of this as your cosy, practical guide to... read more
Not Your Grandma’s Chandelier: Modern Statement Styles for Every Home
Time to banish outdated notions about chandeliers. Today's modern chandeliers are fresh, sculptural statement pieces that work beautifully in small homes, modern flats and a... read more
A Beginner’s Guide to the Great British Design Houses (and why they still matter)
How can you tell your Morris & Co from your GP & J Baker – and why do these historic British design houses still matter... read more
Gifts that keep giving (and glowing): Pooky’s 2025 Christmas Gift ideas
Find Christmas gift ideas with real staying power: rechargeable table lamps, beautiful lampshades, atmospheric candleholders, stylish desk lights and foolproof Pooky gift cards. Bright, useful... read more
The Archive Discoveries: Pooky x GP & J Baker, Volume II
A brand-new designer lampshade collection, bringing previously unreleased heritage prints to light - literally. read more
Meet the designer: Jane Taylor of Collaborative Craft Projects
Read the amazing story of Collaborative Craft Projects and its team of female Zimbabwean artisans, makers of a gorgeous new range of Pooky pendant shades... read more