5 Home Accessories You Need- In Stores NOW!
I don't know about you, but for me the more cushions, the better. I find myself adding a new cushion to my collection time and time again. Sometimes I'm just looking for a particular cushion to fit in to my theme and as soon I see something that fits the image in my mind, I have to snap it up. I like to look for different textures, contrasting colours and the occasional print to really make my living room pop. TK Maxx/Home Sense is where I mostly shop for cushions. They always have unique pieces for low prices and are usually feather filled for an affordable price which means extra comfort. Another affordable mid- range store to shop for cushions is Next Home. Next Home have a large cushion range usually with on-trend prints and textures. Prices range from £10-£20 and do offer feather fillings around the £18 mark. Here are some cushions I've had my eye on-In Store Now.
TK Maxx
TK Maxx Marble Mania Cushion £12.99
Next Dark Teal Crushed Velvet Cushion £18
2. Bottle Vases
Bottle vases are my favourite types of vases. They don't quite look like a vase and neither serve the purpose of a bottle. I usually look for a tinted glass bottle vase, or something of a peculiar shape or pattern. At the moment, Habitat have stocked a large range of bottle vases in all different shapes and sizes. Habitat showcase quite a retro, quirky range of homeware and I can't say I haven't got my eye on their sofas and ceramics. However, a cheaper alternative for bottle vases is Ikea. Recently I've seen some stunning marble swirled vases along with some black graphic printed ones. Here are a couple that I've got my eye on.
3. Tableware
I believe everything is an art, so I try to resonate that in my tableware through tea cups, mugs and serveware. I enjoy the aesthetic of peculiar shapes and abstract prints on my coffee table. Sometimes it's nice to have a mix and match of items rather than matching sets, making each piece stand out uniquely. Whilst my interiors tend to be quite neutral, I use accessories to add interest to the room. Here are a few finds that I've had my eye on for a while:
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Whittard Hand Painted Tall Mug SALE £1.80
Next Palm Print Table Cloth £20-£25
The iconic palm print has since been exploding on social media, with its common association with the much longed for Beverley Hills. I'm not one to give in to Instagram trends but this one from Next offered a much more deeper colour tone. As my kitchen is quite neutral and can look almost lifeless sometimes, the palm print tablecloth is a great way of adding a bit of something all in while protecting my glass table from scratches and smears. The best thing is that you aren't making any permanent changes, you can always swap a table cloth for another or take it off.
Just Slate Hammered Copper Coasters OFFER £19
These copper coasters are everything. I have a few minimal accents of copper in my kitchen and these complement them very well. As I mentioned earlier, my kitchen is somewhat neutral and copper coasters will really pop on my dining table. I admit they are a little pricey, but if you look out for offers you can grab them at a discounted price. Also sold in:
Amara
Trouva
John Lewis
Just Slate Gold Trim Horn Coasters £30
4. Blankets & Throws
There's nothing like a good quality blanket/throw. When it's winter, or even on a chilly Summer evening, I like to cuddle up in front of the TV with a blanket. But not only do they keep you warm, they look great draped over the bed or over the arm of a sofa. They make the room look cosy and warm and really complement existing cushions and textures.
This fur throw is a gorgeous tobacco brown with lighter and darker brown streaks running through it making it imitate real fur. We don't want to be killing any animals in the process so there are faux fur throws which look just as real. Of course this John Lewis one is slightly on the pricier side but this does resonate in the quality and luxury of the product. However, there are definitely alot of cheaper alternatives on the market.
TK Maxx also sell great blankets and throws for mind-blowing prices. I would definitely recommend checking your local TK Maxx store every now and again. This deep green patterned throw adds dimension to a room due to its geometric nature and helps brighten up the room. There is actually a very similar one in Navy in John Lewis for £50 so I would say this is a STEAL for £19,99.
Or you could opt for an iconic Orla Kiely print to liven up your living room. Orla Kiely House specialises in 60/70's inspired home accessories with it's renowned stem print. It can be found in John Lewis and sometimes discounted at TK Maxx if you keep an eye out.
5. Candle Holders
I love lighting candles and in fact holders that hold the candles. Candle holders can usually be an architectural piece and can double as an ornament whilst still serving the purpose of holding your candles. There are many low-high end candle holders available on the market. Here are a few of my favourites.
