In der aktuellen Ausgabe von Homes & Antiques

• JUNE This month
  Mark your diaries for an exhibition celebrating Michelangelo's last years and London Art Week. Plus, seek out an antique croquet set…
• Get to grips with garden design
  With longer days tempting us outside, now's the perfect time to enrol on a course to guide you through creating your perfect garden, says Jenny Oldaker
• STYLE & SHOPPING
  Our monthly guide to DECORATIVE accessories, unique ANTIQUES and beautiful textiles that will add CHARACTER and colour to your home
• Dinky Desks
  Catch up on correspondence the classic way, at a writing desk
• POMEGRANATES
  Revered for its natural beauty, especially the glossy red fruit, the pomegranate has long been a decorative motif in interior design
• TOOTELL'S
  Jenny Oldaker chats to Rosanna Mullins, whose love of craftsmanship and quality materials forms the ethos behind her Buckinghamshire- based shop, selling interior accessories and fine furniture
• Armillary sphere
  The roots of the armillary sphere go back centuries but the design has retained its appeal, and sculptor David Harber creates some of today's most spectacular examples, says Jenny Oldaker
• Small WONDERS
  Compact rooms can be awkward, but they're a great chance to get creative with design. We share tips, techniques and furniture to make the most of smaller spaces…
• ANTIQUES BAROMETER
  Find out which antiques could be worth a pretty penny at auction, as well as the hidden gems worth investing in now…
• EMMA BARNETT
  Caroline Wheater peeks into the life and career of the newly appointed head of Sworders’ Homes and Interiors department in Essex
• A PERSONAL PASSION
  For opera lovers, Glyndebourne Festival is the highlight of the summer, beloved for its magical setting as well as the calibre of its productions. Celia Rufey steps behind the scenes as it celebrates its 90th birthday
• FLORA JAMIESON
  The stained glass artist talks to Dominique Corlett about the influence of the Arts and Crafts movement and capturing the English countryside at its best
• Scholarly SANCTUARY
  Statement antiques create drama in this one-bedroom former school hall, owned by antiques dealer Jean Hill
• GILTY PLEASURES
  Add warmth to a Scandinavian scheme with rustic red accents and touches of gold
• A thrifty MIX
  Jill De Búrca's home was once a buy-to-let. Now that she's finally moved in, she has begun to furnish it with a quirky combination of antiques, vintage pieces and high street finds
• Petite et chic
  Every picture, vintage chandelier and rustic confit pot tells a story in the elegant London home of Amanda Grant and her husband Kristian Dean. The inspiration for its eclectic European style can be traced back to Amanda's teenage years spent in Italy, and more than a decade of living and working in France for Kristian.
• FRENCH FLAVOUR
  Antique pieces with history and natural beauty create a look of understated elegance
• Bright, bold and BRILLIANT
  Small homes don't need to compromise on character. In Nick Kenny's two-up, two-down terrace, natural light, upcycled pieces and colourful accents make a big impact
• THE RAW MATERIALS
  Functional pieces with an industrial aesthetic are elevated by punchy shades
• ANTIQUES & COLLECTING
  The beguiling world of collectable THIMBLES, Luke Honey discusses TOY SOLDIERS, plus a buyer's guide to CAMPAIGN FURNITURE
• Animal magic
  Brought to life in myriad ways, whether printed, woven or embroidered, animals and birds have always been popular motifs in textile design, says Celia Rufey
• Collecting thimbles AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
  Thimbles represent a compelling slice of social history as well as miniature vehicles for artistic expression – it's little wonder they hold such enduring appeal for today's collectors
• GLOBE TROTTERS
  Portable, ingenious and brimming with stories, campaign furniture represents a fascinating field of antiques, and is ripe with exciting opportunities for collectors
• WHAT TO PAY
  Christopher Clarke Antiques’ guide to campaign chest prices
• Cabinet of Curiosities
  This Month: Toy Soldiers
• Historic hats
  Claire Spooner's collection not only reflects a love of traditional hat-making methods, but serves as a crucial reference tool
• STAR SALES
  An exquisite Italian stool and a Georgian table are among auction finds for smaller spaces, says Caroline Wheater
• Pride of place WEMYSS WARE
  Collected by royals and rock stars alike, and with prices to suit all budgets, these quirky floral ceramics have an eye-catching appeal that shows no sign of waning, says Janet Gleeson
• TRAVEL
  48 hours in Stockholm and the best heritage railways. Review of Outbuildings by Jenny Oldaker and travel stories by Rhiannon Batten
• The magic of STOCKHOLM
  To make the most of Scandinavia's midnight sun this June, why not visit Sweden's capital? With its beautiful archipelago and charming old town, it's the perfect summer city break, says Sarah Riches
• Six of the best HERITAGE RAILWAYS
  Whether stationary or moving at a gentle rumble, vintage trains and trams are a wonderful way to step back in time and embrace your spirit of adventure, says Rhiannon Batten
• FAIRS & AUCTIONS
  The best antiques fairs and auctions in June. Plus, Alice Roberton talks to Clare Powell, co-organiser of The Vintage Bazaar, and Rosanna Morris rounds up six dealers specialising in vintage clothing…
• All the Fun of the Fair!
  Alice Roberton talks to Clare Powell, co-organiser of The Vintage Bazaar and owner of Daisy Darling Atelier
• THE ANTIQUES THAT SHAPED ME Molly Mahon
  We talk to the designer known for her uplifting handblocked creations