Emily Males
Contributor, Homes & Antiques
Emily Males was the Digital and Editorial Intern with Gardens Illustrated and Homes & Antiques Magazine. She holds a First Class Masters degree in Art History from the University of St Andrews.
Recent articles by Emily Males
Best velvet sofas 2023: make a statement in your living room
Snuggle up on a gorgeous sofa upholstered in sumptuous velvet with our pick of the best velvet sofas to buy for 2023
35 Best Christmas Baubles for 2023
Make sure your tree is dressed up right with our pick of the best Christmas baubles
English stately homes made famous through film and TV
Discover Britain's most popular stately homes through the lens of a movie camera. Here are the mansions, castles and stately homes that have been made famous through blockbuster hits like Pride and Prejudice, Bridgerton and Bridget Jones's Diary
Britain's best stately homes to visit
Discover the best stately homes, manor houses and country mansions to visit around the UK
How to design the perfect pantry for your home kitchen
For practical,
well-organised food storage, you can't beat an old fashioned larder or pantry. Here's how to design the perfect pantry for your kitchen – and the different styles and layouts to choose from
Where to buy antique and vintage furniture online
Buying and selling antique furniture online has never been easier, thanks to the success of apps and platforms like Instagram and Etsy. Here's our growing list of great vintage furniture dealers selling their wares online for you to buy from the comfort of your own home
Where to buy antique and vintage rugs online
Where to find the best one-of-a-kind antique and vintage rugs for your home
Best patterned bedding to give your bedroom a fresh look
Opt for a colourful patterned bedding to add style and comfort to your bedroom
The best puzzles for art-lovers
Puzzles are a great way to spend time relaxing, or as an activity to do while watching TV or chatting with friends and family. Here, we've put together a list of our favourites for puzzle and art lovers alike!
What is patina?
A characteristic of many antiques, patina is an important factor in dating and authenticating an antique. Here, we explain everything you need to know about patina
The best stoves for comfort and style
No living room is complete without one. Choose from our pick of the best stoves on the market to add comfort and style to your home.
Contents of historic Weston Hall to be sold at auction
Weston Hall's treasure trove of historical art and antiques will be sold at Dreweatts this November
The best dining room chairs for your home
Complete your dining room with the perfect chair
The best glasses for cocktail hour
Looking for some glasses to take your homemade cocktails to the next level? Whether you’re looking for a flute for your champagne, or a highball for your mixed drink, here’s an edit the best cocktail glassware
What is a makers' mark?
The key to identifying and valuing an item, makers' marks are one of the most important features of an antique. Here we explain what they are