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TWIST ON TRADITION

Scottish mill Johnstons of Elgin has teamed up with interior designer, Ben Pentreath, to launch a playful collection of lambswool interior fabrics and throws that blend weaving heritage with fresh colour combinations for a contemporary take on a traditional print. A revival of an archive tartan, the new Check design, pictured in Flame, makes a fun choice for a statement mid-century chair. ‘It has been a wonderful process to help Johnstons design a capsule collection that combines my love of

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