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Shop Showcase: Top 10 favourites from House of Bulldog and Moose

The House of Bulldog and Moose was recently brought to our attention as a newly opened store. We took a look, as we’re always on the lookout for something that little bit different, and we’re pleased to report that Bulldog and Moose doesn’t fail to impress.

House of Bulldog & Moose is named after the owners – British-Finnish married couple, Mark and Rosa Stewart, who live in London. The logo with a British bulldog and a Finnish moose was designed by Mark for their 2011 wedding invitation. True to their roots, Bulldog & Moose are strongly influenced by British and Nordic designs, however products from other countries are also stocked. Here are ten of our favourites.

1. Dekorando feel felt pot stand in lime and fuchsia

Number one on our list is this Dekorando feel felt pot stand in lime and fuchsia. The price is reasonable for a handmade product- £21. The pot stand is made from soft lime green felt balls. Dekorando feel felt products are made from soft felt balls. Together they make a solid and attractive looking pot stand.

2. Magpie wildlife dusk mug

British designer Magpie has designed this Magpie wildlife dusk mug. Bristol based artist Tom Frost has designed a range of four mugs centred around British wildlife. So we have an otter, an owl, a hare and a fox. The mug comes in a matching gift box and is both dishwasher and microwave safe. Price is £9.

3. Lapuan Kanurit Maatuska wool blanket in black and white

Sometimes black and white can appear more colourful than colour, and have more impact. This Lapuan Kanurit Maatuska wool blanket in black and white is one example. Maatuska is Finnish for matryoshka doll. The woolen blanket is from a design by Lapuan Kankurit, and sells for £69.

4. Saana ja Olli Maailman Synty cushion

The Saana ja Olli Maailman Synty cushion, costing £69, comes in a choice of either black print on a white background, or white print on a black background. It also comes in two sixes 40 by 60cm and 60 by 80cm. The cover is made from 100% European hemp and is made in Finland. Maailman Synty is Finnish for ‘the Birth of the World’ and it is inspired by the age old creation myths and the rich Finnish wall rug tradition.

5. Eero Aarnio Kotivalo candle holder

This Eero Aarnio Kotivalo candle holder is simple and stylish. The designer Eero Aarnio wanted to design a candle holder which could hold either a tea light or a dinner candle. The candle holder costs £24.

6. Showroom Finland Tuisku bowl in walnut

Decorative rather than practical, the walnut Finland Tuisky bowl. It is made by molding walnut veneer into a dynamic wavy shape. The bowl comes in two sizes with price from £75 to £109.

7. Magpie wildlife dusk set of tall nesting tins

Here is another design from Bristol artist Tom Frost. The Magpie wildlife dusk set of tall nesting tins consists of three green and brown tins, in different sizes, featuring an otter, owl and fox. The set costs £17 and would be perfect for storing biscuits.

8. Jangneus green fish dishcloth

The green fish print on the Jangneus green fish dishcloth draws the eye right to the design. It is a pretty, but simple design. You can buy the dishcloth for £2.95 or three for £8. Additionally the cloth is 100% biodegradeable.

9. Magpie wildlife dusk espresso set

Tom Frost is again the creator of this Magpie wildlife dusk set. The four porcelain cups and saucers come with a matching gift box. The set costs £23.

10.Saana ja Olli Maailman Synty table runner

Last on our list is this Saana ja Olli Maailman Synty table runner. Saana ja Olli is a Finnish brand, and, like the cushion further up our list, it is made from European hemp. The price is £49 for a table runner that you could use for both formal and informal occasions.

By Jackie Cosh

By Jackie Cosh on September 30, 2015.