In der aktuellen Ausgabe von Period Living

• The journal
  This month, give your sofa or dining table a stylish upgrade, decorate with handmade artisan papers and textiles, and learn the art of calligraphy to pen the perfect romantic message
• Meet the maker
  COLLAGE ARTIST, MARION ELLIOT
• JOURNEY EAST
  From Uzbek Suzanis to Persian Tree of Life designs, the handcrafted textiles traded along the Silk Road have captivated us for centuries, and continue to shine in today’s interiors
• Perfect harmony
  Emily McKee found her dream home across the street from her temporary rental, and set about restoring period details, adding a touch of luxury and happy memories of her childhood home
• Practical magic
  Sarah Southwell has conjured up a spellbinding mix of charm and colour throughout her 17th-century country home, transforming it into a special place for all the family
• Character development
  Rosie and Matthew Madison renovated their Georgian townhouse to give it the classic look it deserves, adding personality with original art and treasures gathered on their travels
• Making lasting impressions
  Set on fulfilling their dream to create a cosy and relaxing retreat, Tony and Alex Kossykh-Bearman renovated a dilapidated former printworks in Gloucestershire, transforming it into a characterful home and guest house
• Be our guest
  A successful spare bedroom should offer a welcoming home-from-home for visiting family and friends, often while also fulfilling the role of an office or extra living space
• Straight from history
  Inspired by elements of the kitchen in Lanhydrock house in Cornwall, Julia and Ray Parry reinvented their own to honour the Victorian-Edwardian home’s heritage, while making it work for their family
• Island life
  Far from just providing extra workspace and storage, an island transforms the way you use your kitchen – with these design ideas turn this functional space into the sociable heart of the room
• Into the woods
  From reclaimed boards taken from history and authentic solid woods, to engineered designs that boast greater versatility, discover how to get the right flooring for your budget and space
• INVESTING IN RECLAIMED FLOORING
  Experts talk us through the essentials to ensure quality and buyer security when buying and installing salvaged wood floors
• Head for heights
  Converting a loft can offer the perfect solution for gaining more living space in a period home, but there are factors to consider before you start building upwards
• Restore wood flooring
  Whether you have lifted the carpets and discovered original boards, or your existing floor is looking worse for wear, learn how to breathe new life into solid wood flooring
• MEANDER THROUGH THE SEASONS
  At any time of year, visiting John Massey’s garden is magical, with late winter no exception when an extensive array of flowers and foliage sparkling under frost offers a visual feast
• Diary of A POTAGER
  With the plot cleared of ground elder and old rose bushes, this month, Lalage turns her attention to planning and measuring a layout of timber-edged beds and pathways, and rebuilding a drystone wall smothered in ivy
• A GOOD YARN
  From her smallholding in the heart of West Somerset, Bec Briar spins wool from her own flock of sheep and hand-weaves it into beautiful blankets and scarves
• Reclamation story
  In a new feature series, Kerryn Harper-Cuss explores the benefits of giving antique and vintage pieces a new lease of life. This month, she looks at incorporating reclaimed finds in your home
• No ugly ducklings
  Ceramic swan planters or vases continue to enchant collectors and decorators alike with their timeless elegance, romantic symbolism and sculptural grace, as Alice Roberton explains
• Tredegar House
  One of the architectural wonders of Wales, this 17th-century brick property was home to the influential Morgan family for over 500 years, and houses stories of eccentricity and rebellion
• Lazy Sundays
  Enjoy a relaxed weekend feast with these delicious dishes that can be prepared ahead of time, and simply warmed up when you’re ready to serve
• My favourite room
  Queen of print, Cath Kidston welcomes us into her cosy family living room, which is filled with colour, pattern and personality