Five Decades. One Standard.
Paul Costelloe was the designer for Princess Diana for 14 years and never once lowered his standard. This collection was his one of his last original projects, carrying the same weight as everything that came before it.
Description
Eight Centuries of Irish Craft. Now on Your Pillow
The Book of Kells has been called the work of angels.
Created by Celtic monks around 800 AD, its pages are filled with interlaced creatures, spiralling knotwork, and calligraphy so precise that scholars still cannot fully explain how it was made by human hands.
Translating that into fabric is no small thing.
The Kells pillowcase is woven on a jacquard loom, a process that programs each individual thread to build the pattern from within the cloth itself.
The result is a tone-on-tone weave that shifts and reveals the manuscript's iconic motifs depending on the light, impossible to achieve through printing or embroidery alone.
The base is pure linen, sourced for its weight and longevity.
It softens with every wash without losing its structure, breathes through every season, and develops a patina over years of use that only gets better. This is not a pillowcase you replace. It is one you keep.
The details that matter:
- Woven in Northern Ireland
- Tonal embroidered border finish
- Washes softer with every cycle
- Available in Standard and Square sizes
Care Guide
General Care Instructions for Irish Linen Products
Caring for Linen is relativly simple, the fabric is amazingly durable. Following these instructions will help it stay in top condition for longer
Washing:
- Machine Washable: Gentle cycle with cold or lukewarm water (up to 40°C).
- Mild Detergent: Use a mild, liquid detergent. Avoid bleach or brighteners.
- Separate Wash: Wash linen items separately to avoid friction.
Drying:
- Tumble Dry on Low: If necessary, use a low heat setting.
- Line Dry Recommended: Preferable to line dry for natural softness.
- Avoid Direct Sunlight: Prevents color fading.
Ironing:
- Ironing is Optional: Iron while damp for a smoother look.
- Use a Medium-Hot Iron: Iron on the reverse side to protect colors.
Storing:
- Store in a Cool, Dry Place: Avoid plastic bags or boxes.
- Avoid Compression: Prevent creasing by not compressing under heavy items.
General Tips:
- No Bleaching: Bleach can damage linen fibers.
- Gentle Handling: Linen becomes softer and more absorbent with each wash.
- Promptly Remove from Dryer: Minimize wrinkles by removing when slightly damp.
Kells Pillowcase (Oyster)
£202.00
The Fabric He Chose
Pure Irish linen, woven in Northern Ireland by Fergusons since 1854. Paul chose this linen because it was the only fabric that met his standard.
Two Irish Institutions. One Collection.
Pure Irish Linen, woven by two historic Irish brands that have impacted the world of textiles worldwide. Whether it's the catwalk, the big movie productions, or the homes of those who value high quality
Why Fergusons' Always Chosen
1
The Most Experienced Linen Brand Worldwide
Not only are our Linens made in Ireland (the best climate to weave linen), but we've been weaving linen longer than most brands have been around.
2
We Are The Source
Many brands you see claim they make their own linen. We supply many of these brands with linen to use.
3
Eco-Friendly
For over 170 years, this family-run business has ensured that our linen is crafted and harvested responsibly.