Lydia Hill brings the quiet wonder of British wildlife into everyday life through heritage-inspired art, stationery and gifts.
Inspired by rare butterflies, delicate wildflowers and the fragile relationships that connect them, Lydia's collections weave beauty with environmental storytelling. Each design begins with research and a hand-painted illustration, celebrating threatened British wildlife and inviting you to look a little closer at the natural world and the stories it holds.
Lydia creates pieces to be enjoyed, given and treasured, with meaning that reaches beyond their surface. Through her work, she hope to spark curiosity and awareness, nurture a deeper connection with nature and gently encourage care for the wildlife around us.
Thoughtful materials and UK production are central to her approach, alongside giving back through 10% donated to wildlife conservation.
Whether chosen for your home or as a gift for someone who loves nature, each piece offers a small connection to a world worth protecting.
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Education
MA Textiles, Royal College of Art, 2025
First-Class BA (Hons) Textiles in Practice, Manchester School of Art, 2022 -
Selected Exhibitions & Awards
Epson Eco Textile Award, 2026
Surface Design Show, Green Grads 2026
Textiles Gallery Show, Margate 2026
Heimtextil New Talent Area, 2026
Green Grads, 2025
London Design Festival, 2025
The World of Interiors Magazine, 2023
Artrepreneur Spring Art Winner, 2023
Make It in Design Award, 2022
AVA Top 10 Designer, New Designers 2022 -
Shops & Collaborations
My work has found a home in gift shops, independent stores and curated pop-ups, including:
New Forest Wildlife Park, Hampshire
Curated Makers @ RHS Wisley, Surrey
Creative Collective, Marlow
Better Things, London
The Pop Up Club, Chelmsford
SoLo Craft Fair, Elephant & Castle
Hand-Painted Designs With Purpose
Premium 290gsm Hahnemühle Hemp Paper
Hand-Signed Prints With Authenticity Stamp
Biodegradable & Recyclable Packaging
Made In The UK
10% donated to wildlife conservation