Ancient art reveals the joy of nature

So ever-present you might not even notice them, these fabrics have an enduring appeal. Kassia St Clair reflects on their 4,500-year-old history

Clutter-free grandeur How the artist changed her untidy ways to create a stately studio workspace

Craft lies at the heart of Jeanne de Kroon’s life and work. It’s evident in her company, Zazi, an ethical clothing brand which sees her collaborate with women’s collectives around the world to create

Would her daughter’s enthusiasm for insects revive Elaine’s creativity? ELAINE stared at the muddy footprints leading across her freshly mopped kitchen floor. She didn’t need to be a detective to work

OVER THE LAST 40 YEARS, ELLE HAS CELEBRATED CREATIVITY OF ALL KINDS. HERE, A RANGE OF TODAY’S LEADING ARTISTS, WRITERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS AND DIRECTORS SHARE THE RITUALS, ROUTINES AND REALITIES BEHIND THEIR GREATEST WORKS, FROM MIND-BLOWING EXCEL SHEETS TO THE MAGIC OF THE DARK ROOM

Originally designed in a butterfly shape, this unusual house is a harmonious blend of styles, with a contemporary extension bringing light and clean lines to its historic bones