The Surface & Pattern Journal

Lush layers of nature, told through design

Cultivating the Collection: The Heart Behind our Patterns & Pieces
The Curious Peony Shop Kelly Rideout The Curious Peony Shop Kelly Rideout

Cultivating the Collection: The Heart Behind our Patterns & Pieces

If you’ve followed my sketches in the garden, you know that for me, every pattern is a piece of nature’s poetry. The Curious Peony Shop was born from a steady pull to create a collection that supports a slower, more intentional lifestyle—bringing the unapologetic joy of a blooming English garden into the sanctuary of your home.

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Nature-Inspired Illustrators for Kitchenware 2026
Amy Smith Amy Smith

Nature-Inspired Illustrators for Kitchenware 2026

Bringing the Wild Indoors: 5 UK Illustrators for Your 2026 Kitchenware and products

As we look toward 2026, the kitchen is evolving into a restorative sanctuary. Trends from Roundhouse Design and Rangemaster highlight a shift toward "herbal greens" and natural materials

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