The Vintage Peony Store, Great Cambourne, Cambridge (2026)

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21/06/2026

🌸 PROCESS POST: Making a Double-Sided Lampshade ✨

There is something truly magical about creating a lampshade that's as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside — and this one? She's a SHOWSTOPPER.

Using the most gorgeous Protea print wallpaper from for the inner, this double-sided shade is proof that the details you don't always see still matter. 💛

Swipe through for my full step-by-step process — from laying your lining to that satisfying final roll. 🎬

Tips you'll find in this carousel: → How to use a masking tape hinge for perfect pattern matching → Why your halfway mark is NON-NEGOTIABLE → The rolling technique that makes all the difference.

Save this post for your next lampshade project 🔖

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16/06/2026

Something exciting is coming to Gransdens Farmers Market and I cannot wait to share it with you.

On Sunday 28th June I will be bringing The Vintage Peony to the market for what is set to be a truly beautiful morning. Come and find me at my stall where you will discover a carefully curated selection of handmade and home interior pieces, all made slowly and with genuine care.

Here is a little taste of what will be waiting for you on the day:

Quilted makeup bags, beautiful and practical in equal measure
Handmade tote bags perfect for summer.
Stunning gingham mantel and decorative bows to bring instant charm to any space.
A selection of handcrafted lampshades to transform your interiors
Decoupaged items full of character and detail.
A small and special selection of restored vintage furniture.

Whether you are treating yourself, searching for a gift, or simply coming for a browse, I would absolutely love to see you there.

Come and say hello!

Sunday 28th June | Gransden Farmers Market | Find me at The Vintage Peony stall

13/06/2026

Bespoke Hand-Painted Stag Minstrel Dressing Tables | Made to Order from My Cambridgeshire Studio

Have you ever wished you could find a dressing table that felt completely and uniquely yours? That is exactly what The Vintage Peony Store was created to do.

I specialise in bespoke, hand-painted Stag Minstrel commissions, transforming genuine vintage pieces into something truly personal - designed around your colours, your home, and your style. Every piece begins as an authentic Stag Minstrel dressing table, carefully sourced, professionally restored, and finished entirely to your specification.

The dressing tables shown are a recent example of what a commission can look like - these lovely pieces are all now pride of place in their new homes.

What a commission includes:
Genuine vintage Stag Minstrel dressing table with five drawers, sourced for you
Original triple mirror, fully refinished
Hand-painted finish in your chosen Fusion Mineral Paint colour
Durable protective topcoat for everyday use
Free design discovery call before work begins

Optional:
Upholstered stool in a fabric of your choice
Paint colour from the full Fusion Mineral Paint range
Decoupage or decorative detailing on drawer fronts
Hardware in antique brass, bronze, or gold
Stool upholstery to complement your interior scheme

The details:
Please allow four to six weeks from design sign-off for sourcing and completion (likely sooner).UK-wide delivery is available via a fully insured two-person courier team, and collection from my Cambridgeshire studio is also welcome by appointment.

Every piece that leaves my studio is sustainably restored from a genuine vintage original - furniture made to last, given a new story, and finished by hand with real care and attention. The result is not just a dressing table. It is an heirloom made to your specification, built to be loved for years to come.

If you have been looking for something that stands apart from the mass-produced and the ordinary, I would love to hear from you.

Send me a message to [email protected], visit The Vintage Peony Store website, or drop a comment below to start the conversation.

A free design discovery call is always the first step - no obligation, just a chat about what is possible.

The Vintage Peony Store - Bespoke Hand-Painted Vintage Furniture, Cambridgeshire Stag Minstrel Commissions | Fusion Mineral Paint | Made to Order UK

08/06/2026

EXCITING NEWS! FRESH RESTOCK AT THE CRAFT SHELF, ST NEOTS!

I'm absolutely thrilled to share that some beautiful handcrafted pieces have just arrived at The Craft Shelf in St Neots!

💚 WHAT'S NEW IN STORE:

🏡 COORDINATING LAMPSHADES & LUXURIOUS CUSHIONS
Create that designer look in your home with perfectly matched sets. These coordinated pieces instantly elevate any room - no more "almost right" compromises!

☀️ GINGHAM DRAWSTRING BAGS
Summer holiday essential alert! These gorgeous gingham bags are perfect for:
• Beach trips (keep sandy items separate!)
• Pool days (wet swimwear sorted!)
• Gym essentials
• Kids' toys and snacks
• Travel organisation
Practical AND pretty? Yes please! ✈️

🎀 DECORATIVE QUILTED MANTEL BOWS
Add a touch of elegance to your fireplace, shelf, or anywhere that needs a little something special. Beautifully quilted with attention to every detail.

💐 LIBERTY LONDON POUCHES & BOOK SLEEVES
For the Liberty fabric lovers! (And let's be honest, who isn't? 😍)
• Makeup bags and pouches in those iconic prints
• Padded book sleeves to protect your precious reads
• Perfect gifts for friends, teachers, book lovers

Every single piece is handmade with love, care, and attention to detail. These aren't mass-produced items - they're crafted individually to bring beauty and practicality to your everyday life.

📍 WHERE TO FIND THEM:

The Craft Shelf
1 Cross Key Mews
Market Square
St Neots, Cambridgeshire

👇 TELL ME:
Which piece are you most excited about? Comment below!
A) Coordinating lampshade & cushion sets
B) Gingham summer bags
C) Quilted mantel bows
D) Liberty London pouches & book sleeves
E) I NEED THEM ALL! 😍

Thank you SO much for supporting handmade and shopping local. It means the world to small makers like me! 💚

07/06/2026

Can we talk about how game-changing coordinated lampshades and cushions are?! 🌟

Seriously, this is one of the easiest ways to make your room look professionally styled!

Swipe through to see two of my recent coordinated sets:

🦅 Image 1: Copper bird design bringing warmth to deep blue velvet - absolutely stunning in a living room!

🐘 Image 2: Elephant & botanical creating vintage charm with teal - perfect for that collected, curated look

Here's why I LOVE creating coordinated sets for clients:

✨ Instantly pulls a room together
✨ Makes any space look more expensive
✨ You can use bold patterns without it feeling overwhelming
✨ Creates that "designer curated" vibe
✨ Works with furniture you already own!

The best part? Everything is bespoke, so you get:
💚 YOUR choice of fabric (I work with everything from Liberty to vintage finds!)
💚 YOUR perfect size
💚 YOUR style (fringing, piping, pleats - you name it!)

Basically... no more "it's nice but not quite right" compromise shopping! 🙌

Want to create your own coordinated set?

👉 Drop me a message with a pic of your space and let's chat! I'd love to help you create something beautiful 💕

Handmade in the UK 🇬🇧 | Bespoke Interior Accessories | Supporting Small Business

29/05/2026

From two tone to TOTALLY botanical 🌸🌼💐

This gorgeous Lebus chest of drawers was hiding its potential under that dated finish.

A little love, some elbow grease and a botanical twist later...

What do you think of the transformation?

Address

Great Cambourne
Cambridge
CB236BG

Telephone

+447971087628

Website

http://www.thevintagepeonystore.co.uk/

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