Categories / Art and Photography

Shipping Forecast – Gale Warning Letterpress Print by John Christopher

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Artist John Christopher uses vintage wood and metal type to create unique letterpress prints including this one, part of his acclaimed Shipping Forecast project.

As well as using traditional painstaking methods which display tiny imperfections in the type and make each print unique; Gale Warning commemorates a significant event in British modern history: the great storm of 1987. Visually documenting the predicted wind-force, direction and air pressure of that memorable night, this work is hand-printed on to four separate sheets which have a total length of 2.1 metres.

The print costs £400 unframed and you can buy it from Unlimited Editions here

Categories / Homeware, Kids

Acapulco Mini

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You’ll no doubt already be familiar with the Acapulco Chair, but what about its smaller relative the Acapulco Mini?

Just like the original, the Mini version has a solid steel frame with a powder coating and is suitable for use outdoors – the only difference being that this one is child-size. It is available in a choice of light blue, yellow or black.

It costs 135 Euros if you buy it directly from Oficina Kreativa.

Categories / Homeware

Camber Sideboard from Dwell

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The Camber Sideboard from Dwell provides generous storage space with a good dose of retro style.

There are two cupboard areas in the middle with a three drawer section on each end. Unusually the drawers are quadrant-shapes which gives the sideboard its distinctive rounded edges. The unit is covered in a grained walnut veneer which adds to its retro appeal.

It costs £899 and is estimated to be available at the end of this month. Visit Dwell to order.

Categories / Women's Fashion

Eley Kishimoto Limited Edition for John Lewis Geek Cool Sunglasses

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John Lewis are upping the ante in the style stakes at the moment, thanks to a sunglass collection featuring collaborations with hip designers, including Eley Kishimoto.

With a nod to the classic Ray-Ban Wayfarers these glasses have square lenses and retro style aplenty. The white frames have a red inner, picked out with a double red stripe along the arm. Typical of Eley Kishmimoto's simple, timeless style, these shades will last you through this season and beyond.

The glasses are limited edition and available either online or in-store for a very reasonable £65.

Find out more on the John Lewis website

Categories / Cars and Bikes, eBay watch

eBay watch: 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Jubilee Edition – the last-ever Beetle made for the UK market

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It's not cheap, but this 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Jubilee Edition is a one of a kind. According to the seller, it's the last-ever original VW Beetle built for the UK market.

Here's the story. In 1978, the last 300 Beetles were built for the UK market, each one labelled and numbered to that effect. Number one was kept in a museum on Germany. This is number 300, the very last one.

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Categories / Kids

Robot alarm clock from Habitat

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This robot alarm clock from Habitat is a great piece of fun retro design for your kids – or just yourself.

The robot stands at just over 11cm high and is made from plastic. As well as looking good, he's got the added bonus of a clock in his stomach – and an alarm to go with it. This blue hatted robot is our favourite but Habitat is also stocking a slightly crazed looking pink robot alarm clock too. 

They're both currently reduced in price to £8. 

Buy it online