cushions
the most economical way to start
is to buy or make some plain cushions in sumptuous silk, velvet, wool or linen that all feel as good as they look and consider trimming them using ribbons, buttons, applique or even brooches or alternatively, fabulous printed fabric ...
and then find a coordinating or contrasting plain throw,
possibly adding fringing at both ends, to introduce more colour and texture.
alternatively, treat yourself big time to one, two or more ...
Yastik, which means cushion in Turkish - a luxury, a reminder of a journey, a memory of a dream - and the name of the London cushion boutique Yastik by Rifat Ozbek that's full of wonderful colour, uniqueness and versatility for traditional to contemporary interiors. Each design is produced as a limited edition, designed and made from exotic and beautiful fabrics collected by fashion designer Rifat Ozbek during his worldwide travels to which he adds his very own touch, combining eclectic and sumptuous, mixing motifs, shapes and colours from different cultures ... just magical, and each season brings a new collection.
or if you want to change the mood to introduce or add...
designs inspired by art and nature
Hilary Strickland who works with pencil, watercolour and delicate washes in her original paintings to capture the intricacies and beauty of birds, insects, and plants uses her artwork as a base for printed and handcrafted products for us to have in our homes including 100% linen cushions covers featuring poppies, love-in-the mist, butterflies, dragonflies, moths, and the honey bee
vintage
do take a look at the Kate Forman collection of nostalgic floral linen cushions with a French influence, they're so pretty.
21st century needlework
FCW original and distinctive cushions re-invent craftsmanship of the past and translate it into cutting edge designs. Fine Cell Work is a social enterprise that teaches needlework to prison inmates and sells their products including unique made-to-measure, classic gifts and commissions. The prisoners do the work when they are locked in their cells, and the earnings give them hope, skills and independence - 80% of the stitchers are men and all the classes have waiting lists!
retro
for cushions in wonderful shades in superb off-beat combinations, colour is Marimekko logic - established in 1951, it's a Finnish textile design company that is renowned for its original prints and colours including so retro cushions designs.
quirky
if you appreciate innovation, artfulness and quirky patterns then cushions from Anthropologie could be for you
pop-art
Jan Constantine's hand-embroidered cushion designs with hearts, butterflies, flowers, seaside,
bees and bugs, gingham and stripes are really fun and ideal to add some
colour into the room. We also love the cushion designs by Karen Hilton - multi-coloured Union Jacks, Stars & Stripes, images of the Queen and dogs. Very pop-art!
contemporary
Kasaustralia ifestyle brand originating from Australia is fast becoming a worldwide name offers stunning luxury designer
bedding and contemporary home furnishings including cushions that are unique, sumptuous and beautifully designed.
Anne Hubert, the French designer has always dreamed of
transforming the linens for everyday and the results include some very comfortablel, decorative cushions made of
cotton and/or linen and dyeing material used is safe for your health and oeko-tex certified, so you can enjoy as many naps as you want with them! Her website is a delight, so do treat yourself to a visit to Lacerise sur le gateau
gentle mix and match
Linum
combines timeless Scandinavian design and generations of textile
traditions to bring you endless opportunities to co-ordinate cushion
covers in high quality pure natural materials such as cotton, silk and
linen - all the designs can be mixed and matched to create that special
look and feel, and come in a range of different sizes - all are sold
without the inner cushion but very helpfully, Inner cushions can be
bought separately if required.
and finally - to make you smile - we trying to find you some humourous cushion covers, but not there yet