Desks may be the new sideboards, in that I see a new one that I love every week, but probably only need one for my home. The latest to take my fancy is the Archimedes Desk from Graham and Green.
Category: Homeware
Terence Conran Essential Books
Ever fancied getting your humble abode styled by the master of British mid century design Terence Conran but don't have a totally limitless budget? Never fear, the series of Essential books by Terence Conran are here!
The Sergeant Pepper Mill
Some things just seem so obvious that you wonder why nobody has done it before – such is the case with The Sergeant Pepper Mill.
Traditional Lampshade Cluster Light from Rockett St George
Who needs a chandelier? If you have a high enough ceiling, combine eyecatching and ultra-twee with this Traditional Lampshade Cluster Light from Rockett St George.
The light is made up of 9 individual lampshades, each covered in different fabric and then lined with a co-ordinating vintage floral pattern. All 9 shades are then hung together in an eclectic, haphazard manner that makes for a spectacular flash of vintage chintz.
The Traditional Lampshade Cluster Light is £275 from Rockett St George. See the website for more details.
Tea time baking cases
Celebrate your weekly sweet treat fix with these tea time small baking cases.
A delightful selection of baking cases available in you choice of design and size. Whether you want muffins, cakes, a banana loaf or whatever your sweet tooth desires. These cake cases look like they've grown legs, jumped in a time machine and hopped forward 50 years to make your day a little better. The vintage designs are beautiful if a little chintzy and if you're not into cake they could be used as little storage pots.
As they are made to order you can choose what you like. Prices start from £7.85 from Not on the high street.
1940’s Writing Bureau from Out of the Dark
In need of somewhere to file your household paperwork? Forget filing cabinets and invest in this upcycled 1940's Writing Bureau from Out of the Dark.
Out of the Dark is a social enterprise project which works with disadvantaged young people to revitalise donated second-hand furniture, giving them the opportunity to learn both practical and project management skills.
The writing bureau has been given a new lease of life with a coat of black paint and contrasting handles on the drawers. It measures 75cm (l) x 43cm (w) x 106cm (h) so would fit a narrow alcove.
The bureau costs £400 and is available from bouf.com here.
