Get their look: Pink and green Art Deco vibe

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Jo from Cloud Nine Interiors lives in a 1940s semi-detached house in Leicester. The pink and green Art Deco vibe harks back to a slightly earlier age.

Although not an era that we feature very often, this sitting room nails it perfectly. The décor acknowledges the epoch without following it slavishly. The combination of soft pink and emerald green is a classic Art Deco colour pairing.

The use of plush velvet fabric on the sofa and cushions and gold coloured metal accessories give a sense of luxury and opulence. The two gold metal wall art pieces are contemporary; however, the form and typeface have a very Art Deco vibe.

Finally, the cheetah – along with other similar wildcats – were popular motifs of the time. They’re used in this room on cushions and wall art. Figures were used as car mascots, adorned jewellery and the real, live thing were used as fashion accessories.

Get their look

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Voyager leaf rug

Riva Home velvet cheetah cushion

Florita 3-seater sofa

‘We are Family’ print

‘Ginfluencer’ gin print

‘Palm Hotel’ gold metal wall art

‘Vintage’ gold metal wall art

Wilko durable Delicate Blossom matt emulsion paint 2.5L

Voyager leaf rug

Riva Home velvet cheetah cushion

Florita 3-seater sofa

‘We are Family’ print

‘Ginfluencer’ gin print

‘Palm Hotel’ gold metal wall art

‘Vintage’ gold metal wall art

Wilko durable Delicate Blossom matt emulsion paint 2.5L

8 Eco Christmas gifts they’ll want to receive

The festive season has rolled around again. As the big day draws to a close, many homes will be littered with mountains of plastic packaging… and perhaps some disappointing presents that will end up being donated to the local charity shop the following week, or worse still – the bin. Not great news for those trying to be a bit mopre considerate of the environment. Below, we’ve short-listed 8 eco Christmas gifts we think they’ll want to receive.

1. Entwined pear tree ‘Together Forever’ gift: £45.00, NOTHS

Two beautiful, wild pear trees delicately entwined so their roots and branches grow together forever. In Celtic mythology the pear tree is sacred and symbolises good health and future happiness. Packaging is 100% biodegradable, compostable, reusable or recyclable.

2. Huskup reusable eco coffee cup (400ml): £10.95, Amazon

A reusable coffee cup made from rice husk not plastic. BPA free, toxin free, melamine free, plastic free & biodegradable. Top rack dishwasher & microwave reheat safe. Recyclable, food-safe silicone lid and heat sleeve.

3. Votch Classic Collection vegan leather watch – rose gold: £120.00, Ethical Superstore

This classic style rose gold watch from Votch is made with a vegan leather strap, approved by PETA… The strap is made with a PU and cotton microfibre mix which has a classic leather look and feel without the animal cruelty.
The watch is made in a factory in China, vetted by Votch and meeting their high standards, offering a fair wage, promotion opportunities and good facilities for employees… Votch support a new, like-minded charity every three months, donating 10% of profits from every watch sold.

4. Limited-edition 12 Days of Christmas gift: £75.00, Lush

Hand-made, vegan and cruelty free cosmetics. With 12 super products to use in the bath and shower, they’ll be singing with joy long after they leave the bathroom this year.

5. Stainless steel drinking straw and spoon set: £17.36, eBay

Premium stainless steel straws are an eco-friendly, elegant and durable alternative to the traditional plastic straw. Dishwasher safe and made from food-grade stainless steel. Easy to clean with the brushes that are included.

6. Portable solar, hand crank, self-powered AM/ FM/ SW world receiver radio with LED flashlight, phone charger/power bank: £22.16, Amazon

A great multi-function present for those who enjoy spending time outdoors; walking, camping and hiking.

7. Pacifica Island vanilla roll on perfume: £9.00, Holland & Barrett

Pacifica perfumes are made with natural pure grain alcohol and Pacifica’s signature perfume blends combine natural and essential oils. Vegan and free from phthalates, parabens, mineral oils, GMO, propylene glycol and artificial colour.

8. Ultimate Bamboo Collection towelling dressing gown – charcoal: £41.96, The Towel Shop

Made from 50% cotton and 50% bamboo. Anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, odour resistant, super soft and highly durable.

shop Eco Christmas gifts

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Stainless steel drinking straw and spoon set

Huskup reusable eco coffee cup (400ml)

Limited-edition 12 Days of Christmas gift

Votch Classic Collection vegan leather watch – rose gold

Pacifica Island vanilla roll on perfume

Portable solar, hand crank, self-powered radio with LED flashlight, charger/power bank

Ultimate Bamboo Collection towelling dressing gown – charcoal

Entwined pear tree ‘Together Forever’ gift

Stainless steel drinking straw and spoon set

Huskup reusable eco coffee cup (400ml)

Limited-edition 12 Days of Christmas gift

Votch Classic Collection vegan leather watch – rose gold

Pacifica Island vanilla roll on perfume

Portable solar, hand crank, self-powered radio with LED flashlight, charger/power bank

Ultimate Bamboo Collection towelling dressing gown – charcoal

Entwined pear tree ‘Together Forever’ gift

Pushing my buttons

The rise of the mobile phone over the last couple of decades has obviously decreased the need for home versions, but many people still retain their land-line for various reasons – better reception, lower call costs, business use etc.

And, if you’re going to have one, it might as well be aesthetically pleasing. We picked up this early 1980s Viscount push button telephone at the flea market this week… well, who could miss this fabulous eye-popping green!

Produced by The Standard Telephone Company for British Telecom, it would sit perfectly in any self-respecting mid century modern interior – atop the teak telephone stool, sideboard or Ladderax shelving unit, perhaps.

We think it’s a beautifully designed piece – form and function working in harmony. You’ll find it listed on our web shop later on this week – price £30.

Home Tones: Racing Green

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Racing green is a quintessential British colour. It’s the colour of rubber Wellington boots and Barbour jackets. It’s a favoured paint colour of the Land Rover, Jaguar, Mini and the vintage Morris Minor.

In houses, it’s a great transition colour for bringing the outside in and vice versa. It works well with other shades of green, yellows and various wood tones – and when contrasted against shades of cream & white.