Printmaker Molly Mahon discusses with Ivan six things which should be better known.
Molly Mahon is a distinguished British printmaker and textile designer renowned for her vibrant and original block prints. Offering a range of uplifting collections, each rooted in Molly’s passion for the traditional and transformative craft of block printing, designs merge classic techniques with a fresh, modern aesthetic that feels timeless and joyful. Drawing inspiration from nature and her surroundings in the Sussex countryside, collections of fabrics, wallpapers and homewares are infused with a sense of homeliness that enriches and enlivens interiors. At the heart of the business lies Molly’s enduring love affair with India, a country that profoundly shaped both her creative identity and the spirit of her company. Today, the relationship continues through Molly Mahon’s dedicated block print studio in Delhi. She has collaborated with Firmdale Hotels, Christies and Boden, as well as the likes of Estée Lauder and Meri Meri. She has written a book ‘House of Print: A modern printer’s take ono design, colour and pattern’ which was printed in 2020 and this year is the 10th anniversary of the brand.
Molly Mahon marks her tenth anniversary this September with the launch of Wanderlust – her most personal and considered collection to date. It launches on 21 September.
The collection brings together four of Molly’s most celebrated designs – Bagru, Poppy, Marwari and Luna – reimagined in fresh, earthy colourways, alongside two new designs, Ophelia and Audrey, that represent a natural evolution in her work. Embroidered details, a softer palette and Molly’s signature pops of colour sit alongside each other in a collection that that signals a new era for the brand. Further details are at http://www.mollymahon.com.
- The Anokhi Museum, Jaipur – A tiny museum that celebrates the enduring beauty of hand block printing and changed the course of my creative life.
- East Sussex – A county where creativity and nature exist side by side, from Charleston to Ashdown Forest, inspiring artists, writers and makers.
- The White Umbrella by Brian Sewell – A gentle fable about kindness, compassion and the extraordinary journeys that begin with a single act of care.
- Imperfections are the Luxury – The tiny variations in something made by hand are no longer flaws; they’re what make an object unique, authentic and worth treasuring and more and more extinct!
- The Craftspeople Behind Beautiful Things – The remarkable makers behind the objects we treasure deserve far greater recognition – is this too connected to the one above?
- Florals and Stripes Belong Together – One of decorating’s happiest marriages, proving that the most timeless interiors are built on contrast, confidence and a love of pattern.
