Antique style clock
It may look years and years old but this clock is really a clever reproduction by clock specialists Newgate.
Based on a clock found at an antiques market, this version has a traditional convex metal dome and has been carefully printed to look aeons old.
We think it would suit a kitchen or lounge and you can snag it for £65 here.
Recycled, handmade blanket
Every self-respecting cosy home needs a snuggly blanket or two – especially in our current weather!
Crochet patchwork blankets are making a comeback and if you don’t have the skills to make your own, take to thrifting from car boots or Ebay, or snap up one of these recycled blankets from moozlehome at NotOnTheHighStreet.
Every blanket is unique, made from recycled yarn and they come in a variety of colourways including mixed, white and brights for £45.
Lilac bookend
We’ve seen all manner of novelty bookends but never have they been as pretty as this.
The lilac heart has a gorgeous rose pattern and a smooth back that makes it look more like a stand alone trinket than a useful book stop.
Doesn’t every book deserve a happy ending? We think so too.
It’s £18.50 at Graham and Green.
Every home needs a basket
We can’t think of a single home that couldn’t benefit from a basket or two (or seven).
Toys, blankets, spare toiletries – baskets store anything and everything.
Park it in the bedroom, bathroom, toy room or lounge and you have something signficantly more stylish than the ubiquitous plastic box. What’s not to love about them?
Zara Home sells these vegetable fibre west baskets for £19.90 each.
Statement star mirror
Every living room needs a statement wall piece and this star mirror may well be the thing.
It’s a full one metre across, so it’s certainly big enough to make an impact and we envisage it as being one of those investment pieces that you’ll keep for years. Or just give it to us.
It’s £110 at Next.
Move over polka dots, hello flowers
It’s not hard to whip up a long list of wants when browsing Cath Kidston, the queen of shabby chic. We’d love to see this electric flowers cushion on someone’s sofa.
It would make a fab gift and aren’t the delightful pink, blue and yellow colours just pulling you towards spring?
Snap it up for £18 here.
Monsoon Rosabel cushion
This delicate pale pink cushion is part of the Rosabel range from Monsoon Home.
The long boudoir cushion, which is perfect for popping on your bed or a special chair as a finishing touch, or for gently resting your head against, features dainty hand embroidery and appliqued designs.
The cushion is filled with feathers and measures 30cm by 55cm. It’s available in the sale from Lytton and Lily, who have it on offer for £20.
