A recent thread was deleted because "it brought nothing useful of beautiful to the site". A reference of course to Morris's advice Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful. I can't see what on earth this has to do with threads on GN. Many of which are just ways to pass the time, gossip or games. So can anyone find a connection between the two or am I right in thinking William Morris is now turning in his grave? Or is this perhaps a new turning for GNHQ and will all posts now be looked at for beauty and usefulness? (Possibly though the new moderator is an intern who has just finished an art degree )
Nothing HQ could say about why they deleted a thread would ever stand up to granscrutiny so they, quite sensibly, just say what the hell they like as to reasons and chuck it in our faces.
oops ^In celebration of their 160th year Morris & Co. have collaborated with Next on a collection for the whole family. Explore the enduring appeal of iconic William Morris prints across mens', womens' and childrens' fashion from dresses and blouses to trousers and shirts.^
I might buy some cushion covers but I think I'll draw the line at Strawberry Thief trousers!
Our decor, in the early 80’s, was a mix of Sanderson/Morris, Liberty and Laura Ashley. Wallpaper and matching curtains! De rigueur once upon a time. ??♀️ Loved it then but my taste has changed completely from busy to a more calming effect.
I blame Jane Morris. She’s got wind of you posting FannyC and trying to sabotage
As "not in the spirit of GN" is now old hat maybe they are looking for new suggestions. I like your idea Farzanah perhaps they could use"Jane Morris doesn't like it"
But, to paraphrase - "She has no authority here, that Jane Morris"