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Pharmacy lamps from Graham and Green

Thursday, August 25th, 2011

Traditional vintage green pharmacy desk lampTraditional red pharmacy home desk lamp

These traditional style pharmacy lamps from Graham and Green are perfect for use on a desk.

The lamp swivels, so that you can direct the light where you need it, and the on and off switch is located on the flex.

The pharmacy lamp is available in a lovely vintage green or a vibrant red colour – it’s hard to know which to choose, as they’re both very appealing!

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Gold sunburst mirror from BeGolden

Monday, July 25th, 2011
Golden sunburst feature mirror

Sunburst mirror

Here’s a mirror that can be used both inside your home and in a sheltered spot in your garden.

Made from brass and shaped like a sun, the mirror has extra glass facets forming the rays of the sun.

Although it’s unlikely to withstand the full brunt of all the elements, it could be used to add light and space into a small walled garden during the warmer summer months, or as a striking feature mirror for a wall in your home.

The gold sunburst mirror costs £90 from BeGolden.

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V&A brocade black and white cake stand

Tuesday, September 28th, 2010
Classic V&S brocade two tier cake stand

Stylish cake stand

Nothing beats serving a traditional afternoon tea, with dainty cakes and scones, on a stylish tiered cake stand.

This classic two tier cake stand is decorated with a striking black and white floral design – in fact, the Brocade design comes from the V&A archives.

The cake stand is made from fine bone china and has a gold-coloured spindle, with a handle on top, running through the centre.

The V&A brocade cake stand is sold by John Lewis and costs £25.

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Crochet storage stool from Plumo

Monday, January 18th, 2010
Fun storage stool

Crochet storage stool from Plumo

Crochet is making a comeback and what better way to introduce it into your home than on one of these fab storage stools. 

Available in a jazzy choice of green, purple or pink, the stool measures 39cm by 39cm by 36cm and the lid lifts up to reveal handy storage space for all your bits and pieces. 

Buy yours from Plumo , where they’re in the sale.

ETA – they’re currently down to only £45, that’s £74 off the original price!

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Traditional brass door handles and knobs

Wednesday, August 12th, 2009
Brass twist door knob

Brass twist door knob

If you’ve decorated your home in a classic style, then the ideal finishing touches are traditional door handles or door knobs.

One shop that’s stuffed to the brim with a wide range of traditional door knobs is Willow and Stone. They’ve got knobs and handles in all finishes and designs, including a lovely selection of brass ones.

This twisted brass mortise door knob, which has been made in a classic Victorian style, has been effectively aged so that it looks just like an original antique knob.

The twisted brass door knob (which consists of two knobs and a spindle) costs £42.50 from Willow and Stone.

If this isn’t quite your style, but you’ll looking for brass or other classic door handles, then they’ve got plenty more styles on offer!

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Wall hanging station clock

Thursday, August 6th, 2009
Replica station clock for your home

Replica station clock for your home

This lovely wall hanging station clock is a modern replica of an old favourite and looks just like the real thing.

Made from brass, the clock has a round face and is fixed to the wall by means of an intricate wall bracket.

It would be the perfect home accessory gift for a man who loves trains(I know a few contenders) and would look stylish hung in a house.

The wall hanging station clock measures 18cm tall by 20cm and is available to purchase from Laura Ashley for £48.95.

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Home accessories on our other blogs this week

Saturday, August 1st, 2009
Adorn your wall with this cute penguin print

Where would you hang this cute penguin print?

Lots more inspiring home accessories have featured on our other blogs this week – here’s a quick round-up!

On Fresh Design Blog

Some of the home accessories featured on Fresh Design Blog this week include:

A cute contemporary penguin print, sold by Hunkydory Home (pictured to the left)

A colourful collage sheet that you could use to make your own home accessories, such as stunning wall art.

A lovely black wooden candle rack, complete with three colourful tea light holders, sold by Jasmine Way.

A contemporary lemon round tray, designed by British designer Gillian Blease.

The traditional and whimsical Josephine towels by Missoni Home and available from Dot Maison.

On Cosy Home Blog

Stylish white magnetic memo board
Stylish white magnetic memo board

This week on Cosy Home Blog, some of the featured home accessories include:

An ornate looking white magnetic memo board, from the Catkin Collection (pictured above).

An unusual cast iron door bell, sold by La Maison Bleue.

The dainty and delicate pink Rosabel cushion by Monsoon Home.

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