Categories / Homeware, Toys and Games

Retro arcade sponge at Urban Outfitters

Pac-man sponge

Most people will probably be thankful for anything that makes the chore of washing-up more exciting. For those who have moved from gaming into domesticity, this retro arcade sponge from Urban Outfitters might liven up your task a bit. 

The sponge is in the instantly recognisable shape and colour of arcade favourite Pac-Man. As it says on the packaging, use it to munch your way through the dirty dishes. 

If you're feeling creative, you could get cutting at your own sponges and recreate the look. For those who prefer someone else to do the dirty work, it costs £6.

Buy it online

Categories / Design and Interiors, Food and Drink

Michelle Mason London tumblers

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 We've shown you Michelle Mason's '50s tinged London designs before, specifically on her cushions. A more accessible way to introduce the design into your home is with these London tumblers

The tumblers feature the same retro illustrations – Routemasters and teashops and all – and are made from melamine, making them the perfect things for kids or for trips away from the city. 

The tumblers cost £7.99. You can also get a melamine mug for the same price. 

Buy them online

Categories / eBay watch, Gadgets and Tech

eBay watch: Philips 303 UFO portable record player by Patrice Dupont – with original box

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We have featured one of these before, but this Philips 303 UFO portable record player by Patrice Dupont is something special – it still has its original packaging.

This model dates back to the 1970s (as that space age look might give away) and comes with an iconic pedigree, having featured in the sought-after L'utopie Du Tout Plastique book/catalogue. But this is perhaps the finest example we've seen, described as 'almost new' in condition and with that carry case, which you'll have to look far and wide to find again.

Battery/mains-powered and good to play 33, 45 and 78 records, it's currently on eBay for £62, which is something of a steal. One to watch for sure.

Find out more at the eBay website

Categories / Design and Interiors

Orla Kiely Flowers and Multi Stem rugs at Heals

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A cool, stylish and retro way to brighten up your living room – these Orla Kiely Flowers and Multi Stem rugs at Heals.

Those retro designs are certainly individual, but the rugs themselves share other similarities, including a soft New Zealand wool finish and a size of W160 x H230cm.

Oh yes, the price too, with each one retailing for £750.

Find out more at the Heals website

Categories / Art and Photography, Travel

Modesty Blaise suitcases by Form 2U AB

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Here's a set of luggage that's unlikely to be missed on the carousel – these Modesty Blaise suitcases by Form 2U AB.

As you might have guessed, they feature artwork from cult 1960s comic strip Modesty Blaise, the work of Peter O'Donnell, (although it was illustrated by Jim Holdaway so we can second guess that this is his artwork. A small and large case is included in the set, both with those bold designs on the front and back, as well as a repeated Modesty Blaise lining – you can check that out over the page.

Available to buy online, you can pick up a pair for 268.90 Euros.

Scandinavian Design Center website

Via Switched On Set

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Categories / Art and Photography, Travel

Retro-style US travel posters by The Heads of State

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No need to trawl around the vintage sales for old school travel posters, The Heads of State has these US travel posters oozing retro cool.

Take your pick from an initial selection of eight, including Miami and Washington D.C. above, all serigraphs featuring three to six colours and sized at 14 x 24 inches.

Limited initially to 100 pieces of each, the price for each one is $30 (around £19.60).

Find out more at the Heads of State website