From sketchbook doodles to finished design, this piece was inspired by the small, humble flowers found in wild meadows. We set out to capture their delicate charm — complete with calyx and sepal, the outer parts of the flower that cradle the petals — so they could hang down like a floral festoon. The petals, reminiscent of skirts or petticoats, are intentionally ruffled and irregular, just as they are in nature. Each one celebrates the beauty of imperfection, bringing a soft, playful elegance to the final piece.

Unimproved grasslands are species-rich meadows that have remained untouched by modern farming practices like fertilisation and intensive grazing. These natural habitats are incredibly diverse, supporting a wide array of rare and specialised plants, insects, and birds.

Today, they’re among the UK’s most threatened ecosystems. The spread of intensive agriculture, urban development, and overgrazing has caused a dramatic decline in these once-abundant landscapes. Without careful conservation, many of the species that rely on unimproved grasslands face the risk of disappearing altogether.