As CINNY celebrates its third birthday, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on how it all began and share the journey that’s brought me to where I am today.
My journey into the world of interiors began at Chelsea Harbour. I started as an intern, then trained with an architectural firm, worked as an interior design assistant, and eventually launched my own interior design business in 2008. Over the years, I’ve worked as an interior designer and developed a real passion for colour. It’s amazing how something as simple as the right fabric or wallpaper can completely transform a space.
As life evolved — getting married, raising three kids — my time became more limited. But a small window of opportunity opened up, and I finally decided to chase a long-time dream: creating my own fabric and wallpaper range.
CINNY was born from my love of interiors and my belief that the layers of a room are what make it feel special. It’s not just about the architecture; it’s about how fabrics add warmth and texture, and how wallpaper sets the mood, making a room feel whole. It gives you space to collect art and ornaments over time.
I’ve spent years filling my home and mind with inspiration. I’m a bit of a magpie — collecting random pieces of fabric, obsessing over colour, and hoarding design and art books. Traveling whenever I can, I love capturing photos of architecture, and I’m constantly inspired by the colours I find in different cultures. I also love walking and soaking in nature’s incredible palette.
The real turning point came when I enrolled in a wallpaper course with House & Gardens Magazine, where I later teamed up with Adam Calkin to create my first collection. That was the beginning of CINNY. I threw myself into learning about substrates, colour theory, and printing techniques, working closely with local factories.
The journey wasn’t always smooth, but my drive to create something I could truly be proud of kept me going. I’m a perfectionist at heart, so delivering the best was never up for debate. There were plenty of long days spent designing, developing colours, touring mills, and collaborating with UK print factories. It was a steep learning curve, but I wouldn’t change a thing.
For my first collection, I chose to work with one of the top linen producers in the world, using traditional screen and rotary printing to bring my designs and colour ideas to life. The collection balanced bold florals with smaller, delicate prints, strong stripes, and geometrics — all brought together with contemporary colour palettes.
When I launched this collection at London Design Week in 2022, the response was beyond anything I could have imagined. It was a pivotal moment for me and for CINNY.
After the success of the first collection, I launched House Collection 2 to build on the range and continue developing my unique style as a designer.
Last year was another big step: moving into the CINNY showroom in the Cotswolds. This space has been a game changer, allowing me to welcome customers, create imagery for our website and socials, design new collections, and really immerse myself in everything CINNY stands for.
We’ve also expanded beyond fabrics and wallpaper. Launching Homeware by CINNY has been such a rewarding experience. We now offer restored furniture pieces, cushions, and eiderdowns made with my fabric designs. The latest addition to the range is The Cloud — an oversized headboard upholstered in CINNY fabric that makes a bold statement in any bedroom.
I’m currently working on my next collection, and I can’t wait to share it with you all. There’s also plenty of exciting new projects in the works, including our latest photoshoot. One of my favourite things about running CINNY is seeing everything come together on shoot day — and there’s definitely more of that to look forward to.
I’m also really excited about the possibility of more collaborations and expanding the CINNY brand in new directions.
A huge thank you to everyone who’s been part of this journey so far. Your support means the world, and I’m so excited to see where the next few years take us.
