Each lamp is individually turned and painted by Sarah on an old Union Jubilee lathe, produced in small batches and finished by hand to achieve a distinctive character. Her inspiration comes from close observation of the world around her, alongside a longstanding interest in art, craft, fashion and film: “Films offer a never-ending parade of vintage and design classics; they play an important role in lighting and dressing most sets.” A formal training in fine art underpins her practice, coupled with a desire to create objects that are both beautiful and genuinely useful in the home.

The collection ranges from colourful polychrome stripes and finely hand-painted lines to more restrained monochrome and tonal finishes. Sarah also makes considered use of waste timber from furniture making, often working with European oak, walnut and cherry, alongside limewood — traditionally used for carving and unsuitable for furniture. Lime wood is the primary timber for her densely painted pieces; its fine, even grain allows for precise turning and provides an ideal surface for painting. Each lamp is finished with artists’ quality acrylic paints and a natural wax, enhancing both depth of colour and tactility.