Celia’s eclectic mix of memorabilia reflect her busy family life and as a paper conservator for Oxford University. Her box is overflowing with items which reflect her skilled hands; from the tools of her trade, handmade Advent bags, a cook book bound with vellum to an old paintbox.

For someone whose vocation is to handle and preserve ancient items with great care, Celia doesn't apply that rule to her own life. She isn't careless with her chosen items but, ever the pragmatist, she is a great believer that things we own should be used, even when they hold important memories and are never to be casually discarded.

Celia's wonderful collection of items can be viewed and enjoyed at www.perstellas.co.uk and on instagram @per_stellas

useful links:

www.chantrylibrary.org

www.williamcowley.co.uk

www.seat61.com/Trans-Siberian.htm

www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-35569281