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eBay watch: 1960s Joe Colombo Elda armchair

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You can buy them in the UK, although they're both expensive and incredibly hard to find. So this used version of the iconic Joe Colombo Elda armchair could be worth considering, if you want one in your home.

Amazingly, it sates back to 1963, although it's generally considering a seat of the 70s – perhaps because of its widespread use in sci-fi movies and TV shows of that era.

For your money you get a reinforced ABS plastic swivel seat, with a plush interior of contrasting leather, in this case brown. The current owner has had it for a few years, but describes it as being in 'good condition' with 'a few marks' from age on the shell and obviously, some wear on the leather. £2,300 is the price.

Find out more at the eBay website

Categories / Design and Interiors

Creepy Tree retro-style greetings cards and wrapping paper

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We've been meaning to feature Creepy Tree for some time, mainly because we love their retro-style greetings cards and wrapping paper.

Most use cartoon-like images, which remind us a lot of the vintage travel posters of the 60s, the Royston Cooper ones in particular. Cards are available for virtually every occasion, with wrapping paper in colourful repeat designs.

All are made and printed in an eco-friendly way and all are available online from the Brighton-based company. Cards are around £2 plus postage, with gift wrap around the same price per sheet.

Find out more at the Creepy Tree website

Categories / Architecture, Property

For sale: 1930s six-bedroom art deco property in Templeogue Road, Dublin

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Big thanks to Greg Stevenson on Facebook and Under The Thatch on Twitter for flagging up this stunning 1930s six-bedroom art deco property in Templeogue Road, Dublin. But it does come with a good amount of notoriety.

The house was built in 1939, but gained that notoriety in 1940 when the house was owned by a 'go-between' between the IRA and the German Nazi regime. Indeed, it was used as a safe house for an SS officer – and when it was raided by the police, the owner was arrested and sentenced to five years in prison. The SS man had already departed. You can read the full story from the Irish Times here.

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Categories / Homeware

Garden gnomes from Heal’s

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Remember streets lined with creepy looking garden gnomes from your youth? Reinvent your outdoor space with these quirky garden gnomes from Heal's.

They're funky and bright and will bring a little entertainment to your outside space. The retro colours will brighten up any home and are definitely a better option than the painted versions when you were young.

You can choose from two different colours in metalic colours for £15 online.

Categories / Women's Fashion

Louche Two Feather Drop Earrings

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Swing back in history with these louche two feather drop earrings from Joy.

They're light, pretty and incredibly stylish and belong in your ears. The look of spring/summer 2011 harps back to the 1970s and these earrings are a little nod to the era without going all out. They're also the perfect summer accessory for endless sunny evenings and festivals.

Get yours online for £8.

Categories / eBay watch

eBay watch: 1950s midcentury magazine rack and side table

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Two items for one in this 1950s magazine rack and side table.

It doesn't have an accredited designer, but it looks very much like a quality piece in a midcentury style, with angled, metal-tipped legs, 'teardrop' panels, a black glass shelf and angled wooden shelves for your magazines.

The table is described as being in 'excellent original condition', with just a 5cm scratch on the glass, which is 'not too visible' as it is black on black. The bidding right now is at £9.

Find out more at the eBay website