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Gama-Go Funky Bird mini tray

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The design might be attributed to Gama-Go, but the inspiration for this Funky Bird mini tray is very much down to mid-century artist and illustrator Charley Harper.

Not the biggest thing in the world at 6 x 7.5 inches, but certainly a stylish and colourful item, packed with a fine assortment of cartoon birds that are printed in durable plastic – which means it can also take the odd spill.

Yours for a ridiculously cheap $8 (around £5.50).

Find out more at the Fred Flare website

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Zanotta space age Hillroad armchair by Christophe Pillet

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A modern design, but one that's taken serious influence from the late 1960s-  the Zanotta Hillroad armchair by Christophe Pillet.

This swivel chair has a varnished steel base, with the circular seat upholstered in a stiff but comfortable polyurethane foam. And just to finish things off, there's a choice of nylon or leather for the covering – removable should you ever fancy a change down the line.

Prices vary dependent on your finish, but start at around £1,300.

Find out more at the Nest website

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Retro and Vintage craft supplies from Fabric*Studio

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Everyone seems to have gone all "Make Do And Mend" of late, and there's nothing more true to the vintage lifestyle than self made wares. Choosing the right fabric is the key, whatever you're crafting, and there's an incredible choice over on eBay.

The Fabric*Studio shop has a particularly impressive collection of retro fabrics and genuine vintage pieces. Featuring many Japanese imports (including the Miffy print shown above), as well as unique buttons and crafting accessories, there's bound to be a print that will have everyone coveting your crafts.

Find out more from the Fabric*Studio eBay shop

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Ikea’s retro-styled Fusion dining table and chairs

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If we see dark wood and chrome, we always think late 60s/early 70s. But this is actually a modern design – the Ikea Fusion dining table and chairs.

Spotted by Trizia (many thanks for that), this is a Sandra Kragnert design, offering chrome-plated support for both table and chairs, with an ash veneer and beech plywood used for the table tops and seating (the latter with added polyurethane foam for comfort).

And just to add to the look, the chairs sit comfortably under the table when not in use (just like the classic Frem Rojle dining set, not that wer'e saying this is up with that particular design).

As far as we can see, this is currently US-only, retailing for $299 (around £200). But with the new season about to start at Ikea, we might just see it in the coming weeks.

Update: Seems it is in the UK – just not available online

Find out more at the Ikea website

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Karlsson retro-styled Billy alarm clock

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A mix of the old and the new with the Karlsson Billy alarm clock.

The old is obvious, with the Billy looking every bit the vintage bedside alarm clock, perfect for any retro-styled bedroom. But as well as packing an alarm, the Billy also packs a built-in light, should you need some brightness in the night or indeed, should you need to know the time.

Available online, this battery-powered clock is yours for £16.95.

Find out more at the Design My World website

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Target 70s-style Ogee bed in a bag

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Thanks to Lara for flagging up this eye-catching Target Ogee bed in a bag.

Available in a red or brown colour scheme, the bed offers big and bold 70s-style graphics, as well as a flat sheet, fitted sheet, pillow cases, comforter, bedskirt and shams. I'll be honest – I don't know what half of those are, I'm just presuming it cover s all your bedding needs in one matching set.

Prices for this 100 per cent cotton set vary depending on your choice of size, ranging from $59.99 – $119.99. See over for an image of the red design.

Find out more at the Target website

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