Meet Issy Granger — The Inspiring Homeware Designer Supporting Skilled Artisans

Issy Granger’s distinct aesthetic shines through in each of her designs, which balance prettiness with practicality. She sketches each product by hand and then searches the globe looking for traditional craftspeople to bring her ideas to life. We talk to the designer about what inspires her, what the future holds, and how it feels to be an exclusive supplier of our wedding registry.

I officially launched Issy Granger in October 2019, having spent several years previously growing it on the side of my day job. For as long as I can remember I have loved designing and making things, and I always planned to one day turn this creativity into a brand. Both my mother and grandmother are artists so I have been very lucky to have them as inspiration and mentors along the way.

It is hard to pick a favourite! I have really loved the process from conception to realisation of every piece that we have done. Each journey has been different and there is really nothing more exciting than when I get to hold the finished product for the first time. The latest addition to our collections are the Merino Lambswool Throws. These were conceived while we were all in lockdown out of the universal desire to find comfort at home. In my opinion there is nothing more comforting than the feeling of being wrapped up warm in a beautifully soft Throw. I also wanted our Throws to be uplifting in their design and so I drew them with thick stripes in warm and joyful colours. Having grown up in Yorkshire, I was also thrilled to be able to support local industry with the throws being woven in a historic West Yorkshire mill.

The glass pieces are all made by hand in Egypt. To celebrate their origin and the rich history of Egyptian glassblowing I named our Candlesticks after ancient Egyptian gods and cities. Our Merino Lambswool Throws are called The Poet’s Throws — I am a great lover of poetry and I am always looking for ways to weave this into my designs. Our Throws come in blue, pink and yellow and I have named them after three poets that I admire (John Keats, Christopher Marlowe, and Oscar Wilde). I hope that by naming the Throws after these poets it might inspire their owners to wrap up in their throw whilst reading the words of these great lyricists.

I am always designing new products and so I hope to continue to grow the brand by working with more skilled craftsmen and women in the UK and around the world to bring my designs into fruition. It is such an honour to be able to work with so many talented people, and I am excited to see where these collaborations will take us next.

The Wedding Present Company has such a wonderful array of brands and products – there really is something / many things for everyone. It is fantastic to have so many great products all in one place and from brands both large and small. I am delighted to be an exclusive supplier of yours. 

From expertly crafted glassware to chic lampshades, explore Issy Granger's beautiful homeware collection online, or book your appointment in our London showroom, where you can explore the brand's curated collection and thousands of unique wedding gifts in person.

Whether you have a question about Issy Granger products, need help with creating your wedding gift list, or simply want to discuss your gift list ideas, our Wedding List Advisors and team are always happy to help.