The new year brings new pattern and texture to homeware. We have seen the popularity of marble and marble effect in 2016, and continuing with this trend we are starting to see more texture and patterns of nature in soft furnishings and ceramics.
Fall in love with natural lines through nature, rock formations and river beds, creating movement in flat surfaces like kitchen worktops and cupboard fronts.
Ceramics take on a more rustic feel with less perfect finishes and visible lines, through paint effects and a more handmade look.
Veneered oak light from Future and Found [ £95 ]These lines are seen in wood as well, with the grain being prominent on tables and lighting. For soft furnishings pick a strong pattern, either fluid or repeat on wall hangings, cushions and rugs.
With regards to colours, pale neutrals work best with this trend; greys and off whites with accents of aqua and copper.
Based in Sussex this online homeware store is run by Lisa Brass and combines a gorgeous mix of vintage and industrial design with Scandinavian influences.
Browse through the collections of furniture, lighting, accessories and soft furnishings, as well as gifts and kids items. Our favourites include the large range of industrial units and shelving, and their soft furnishings including beautiful rugs and cushions.
As well as the online store Design Vintage has two showrooms, in Brighton and Chichester, so make sure to pop by and see the range if you’re in the area.
Keep up to date with Design Vintage by following them on Instagram and Twitter. And for inspiration and ideas head to their blog.
We have all seen appliqué used on soft furnishings but quite often we see examples using florals or animals which can tend to look dated. To bring the appliqué technique up to date how about using typography. Personalise a cushion with an initial or make a statement with a slogan or phrase.
appliqué : ornamental needlework in which pieces of fabric are sewn or stuck on to a larger piece to form a picture or pattern.
We have found some tutorials to get you inspired, giving step by step guidance on creating your perfect appliqué cushion.
If you have a super king size bed and you know the struggle and expense of finding and buying bedding for that size, then it’s great to head to TKMaxx.
Currently in stock, is the lovely Orla Kiely duvet cover set at half the usual price! Plus the pillow cases are included.
TKMaxx do stock a good range of Orla Kiely products including towels, throws and duvet covers.
If you love a monochrome look, the ‘Stem‘ design in black and white is perfect. This is a great find at £49.99 instead of the usual approx £99.99
We love finding new independant stores and Mauds House is definitely one to keep an eye on. Launched by Hattie Crook, this lifestyle store based in Yorkshire has a heavy scandinavian feel with a large number of products hand sourced from Denmark. Mauds House also heavily supports UK based illustrators and designers.
We love the simplicity of the website and carefully curated selection of goods, the muted colour palette and gorgeous design. Our favourites include the cushions and ceramics. If you are in the area you must visit the new shop opening end of January.
Get cosy this Winter with textured cushions and throws. These gorgeous examples from Anthropologie have a Maroccon edge using layers of material, sequins, fringing and pom poms.
These eye catching cushions will make a perfect adiction to any sofa. [ £78 – £118 ]
Nkuku is a name we have come to know and love in recent years, seeing their products in various stores, but today we share a little bit more about this Devon based company.
‘We create beautifully handmade home and lifestyle products. We work with artisans throughout the world, combining timeless design with traditional skills and natural materials’
Nkuku has a strong idendity within its product range, celebrating artisans from around the world and emphasizing the importance of their values; Ethical, Eco friendly and Handmade.
Nkuku’s website is full of gorgeous pieces including and extensive range of picture frames, terrariums, soft furnishings and lighting. There is a strong rustic & industrial feel throughout the range with materials such as brass, zinc, mango wood and recycled glass. A rawness to each product which is beautiful yet practical at the same time
If you hadn’t heard of Nkuku then you have now, and they are definitely worth a visit. Keep up to date with their blog and Instagram to see their latest products and inspiration.
The boho trend in interiors is broad ; with colour and styles – but the layering and the type of fabrics or patterns is always key. Look for deep colour palette in weaves and wall hangings, hand crafted woods, worn leather, kilim and ikat patterns, lace, crochet and paisley.
It should be an effortless look that evolves and can be built on, with it benefiting from nik naks, flea market finds, homeware from world travel, heirlooms and collectables.
For online highstreet shopping try Urban Outfitters and La Redoute for a huge range of soft furnishings, cushions, throws, hangings, dishes and more that really fit this trend.
Perfectly on trend and at a great price, this marble patterned duvet set from Urban Outfitters is the perfect update for a fresh look monochrome bedroom. Compliment with a mix of white, black wood and copper furniture and accessories to create a beautiful style look.
The soft cotton duvet set includes two pillowcases