The idea for Lola’s Lampshades first came to Aoife when she struggled to find the perfect lampshade to match a vibrant pair of curtains. What began as a simple search soon sparked a creative journey she never expected. After becoming paralysed, lampshade making grew from an idea into a meaningful creative outlet - and ultimately into her thriving business. In today’s Meet the Maker , we dive into the success of Lola’s Lampshades, explore Aoife’s inspiring personal story, and

This month’s meet the maker, Charlotte of Flowers For Susie, welcomes you into her print-based studio to tell her lampshade maker story.