The Loved by Laura story
A creative and hands on job was my dream for so long. My business, now called Loved… by Laura, was officially formed in September 2022 after leaving my former career as a letting agent and realising another dream: moving back to the North East after 20 years in Leeds.
Giving old furniture a new lease of life began with an upholstery course, countless home renovations and pieces for my own home. My favourite products are midcentury classics, often with a modern twist. I particularly adore restoring and upholstering the legendary Parker Knoll fireside chairs - they are just so timeless, beautiful and comfortable!
I love to find a bargain or, even better, a freebie - someone else’s unloved furniture or dare I say junk! - and let my imagination run wild with stunning paints and textiles. I always feel so accomplished and so proud of the end product. I’m passionate about where I live and ensuring it’s just as beautiful for my children and grandchildren in years to come. Sustainability and the local community are so important. By recycling and reusing furniture and fabrics to give one-off pieces a new lease of life for many years to come, I am proud to be taking us back to a more sustainable way of life.
I am inspired by the quality and beauty of all things vintage and retro and I feel they deserve to be loved… by Laura, and by you. I can’t wait to showcase my Loved…by Laura pieces.
I am very open to working on bespoke commissions to your requirements as well as considering collaborations. My work includes, but isn't limited to, the following:
- Reupholstery
- Upcycling and restoring furniture
- Bespoke furniture, including footstools
- Cushions
- Curtains & blinds
- Lampshades
Laura x