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Cushions and Throws

A collection of colourful cushions and throws to bring pattern and texture to every room.

Matilda Goad Scalloped Cushion Anthropologie

Like brass, pineapples and grey before that, scallops is a design classic that is having a fashion moment. The key is to know what and whether to invest. Firstly decide if you genuinely like it or if you are being influenced. Secondly pick an item that you will always use in a colourway that you already have in your house. That way it will fit cohesively into your interior and look like it’s always been there rather than assuming fashion victim status on the sofa. That’s it not you!
Checked cushions Graham & Green

We know that stripes go with everything but don’t forget about the lesser used check as well. These cushions have a tufted edge and will cosy up perfectly with a contrasting stripe or a toning floral. There’s a black and white one too. Less Persian but still vintage looking.
Round cushion H&M

Black and white stripes are a classic. They will punch through a floral scheme bringing drama and modernity - think of them like the twist of black pepper - and work well in both traditional interiors with lots of vintage as well as more contemporary minimal spaces. In addition to that, a round cushion always mixes things up. You must always consider the shapes as well as the colours and in houses full of straight lines and rectangles, the occasional circle is a good thing. Finally the padding is made from recyled polyester - no the cover isn't it's just cotton but it's also £17.99.
Velvet Cushions La Redoute

When it a pure cotton velvet cushion not just a pure cotton velvet cushion? When it a) has this pretty bobbin detail round the edge and b) is STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® (the the first label that meets the needs of consumers in terms of human ecology guaranteeing the absence, in certified articles, of substances that are harmful or may present a risk to health. And it comes in two sizes and nine colours including olive, bronze, tobacco and ivory - and there's a colour combination right there. Also £16.
Fringed Cotton Blanket Mango

Another pick from the new Mango homwares collection is this pretty fringed blanket. It's made from soft organic cotton and you can see the detail in this close up shot. While the blush pink would be lovely with the caramel cushions, there is also a soft blue which would bring an unexpected visual treat. It also comes in soft grey with ivory fringing and measures 130cm x 180cm so it's for draping over the top of a double bed not tucking in.
Cotton Waffle Cushion Cover Mango

Another gem from Mango, altough this one is not organic cotton. The H&M homeware range started small and grew so it's definitely worth keeping a close eye on this to see how it develops. This pretty textured cover comes in caramel or white and would finish off the stripes and check combination pictured next to this. There is also a matching bedspread too.
Stripes Cotton Cushion Case Mango

Mango has joined the High Street Homewares brigade and it's first collection is stylish but surprisingly muted. There's lots to like, including this wide striped organic cotton cushion case which would look great with the gingham check. There are various different sizes so check out possible combinations before you buy but a big square always works with a small rectangle.
A LA Beaded Cushion Amara

Luxury brand Amara has recently launched Amara Discoveries featuring smaller brands that are up and coming or just starting out and this pretty beaded cushion is one of their finds.It's one of those pieces I can imagine keeping forever and worth the investment.
Olive and Navy Floral Printed Cushion Graham & Green

It's been so long since I bought a cushion but I could make an exception for these. I normally give up looking as there are so many to choose from and cushions really don't wear out (well one of mine is after 17 years) so there's rarely a valid excuse. That said these really are very pretty...
Shay Quilt Cushion Heals

Geometric patterns, tonal shades and that quilting to add texture make this the perfect cushion for now, but if you love the colours then it will be a forever cushion too. Other, more vibrant options are available.