HRH

To be perfectly honest, I am feeling less than regal today. More like Cinderella in fact complete with scrubbing brushes and mop and bucket. 

Which makes this cushion a rather odd choice. 

I'm not a Royalist either (although I wouldn't say no to being a princess - Harry though not Wills - too boring) but I really love this cushion. 

It's from good old John Lewis (or as my first boss will always refer to it "Johnny Lewis") and I love the way the design almost looks like a watercolour pulled from a canvas. 

So, in the absence of any Royals pledging undying love and offers of marriage looks like I'll have to make do with this cushion...

The Easter Bunny

Predictably, there's an debate raging on the BBC Have Your Say about what does Easter mean to you. 

Even more predictably there are those who are most interested in who got the most eggs and those who want the former to be struck down by some higher force for being so blase about one of the most important Christian festivals. 

Personally, I'm not really bothered about either side of the argument but it does give an excuse to show off some Easter-themed accessories. 

Those who know me know I'm not a particular  fan of rabbits (or bananas, or lying and cheating politicians - ooh this is a topical post) I know they're cute, I can see that but I've always found them a little unpredictable (must be all that hopping) and it freaks me out that they don't make a noise. 

I do however, really like this cushion - simply called Kissing Rabbits from Anorak.

And even I have to admit, the rabbits on this cushion are rather sweet. I have to say though, I'm glad the designers called it Kissing Rabbits instead of what we all know those bunnies really get up to...

Beautiful Brooklyn

I don't think I've ever made a secret of how much I love New York City. 

It is one of the few places I feel I could actually live and work other than my beloved London Town (and yes I did make that decision on the basis of a five day visit...) 

And while Manhattan is fabulous and everything you would expect it to be, Brooklyn is pretty damn fine too. 

I can easily see myself living in a beautiful Brooklyn Heights Brownstone surrounded by dogs, cats and children - hell, seeing though this is a fantasy, I'll have a cool loft in SoHo too...

...Ahem back to the real world then and this gorgeous cushion by Judy Holme which features the iconic Brooklyn Bridge (walking over it to Manhattan is one of THE most romantic things I have ever done) 

Soon, I feel my home with be full of NYC products in some strange homage to this fabulous city. 

The Dog Sitter

I'm dog sitting at the moment which (not being allowed a dog of my own) is a lovely treat  and I'm grateful for the warm (ish) sunshine and dry days so we can have fun and frolics on the common. 

There seem to be a lot of dog cushions out there and I thought I'd featured most of them, what with this one from Fauna, this one courtesy of Donna Wilson and one of my personal favourites from Habitat. 

So in honour of my guest of honour, Mr Frank (a five-year-old, slightly overweight, very cute and a bit stupid Staffie) I present one of Twinkle Living's brilliant cushions. 

I love Twinkle Living almost as much as I love dogs, so expect to see a lot more from them soon...

Just A Number?

Isn't it strange what feelings bar codes evoke? I've seen a number of people with bar code tattoos and often wondered what they're trying to say? 

Are they making a statement about not just being a number or are they hoping to find out how much their arm costs at Sainsbury's? 

However, at their most basic, bar codes are just that. Something to tell us how much something costs. 

I love Ferm Living and their bar code cushion. It's bold, graphic and striking - all get my vote and I'll be throwing this is my shopping basket waiting for the bleep, bleep...

Sailing Days

It's beautiful days like this that make me crave Falmouth.

Ok, so I'm a total London-phile but having spent three amazing years in this beautiful seaside town, when the sun's shining I feel Falmouth calling. 

So, what better a cushion to share than this Boats one from Cath Kidston? 

It reminds me of looking over the harbour seeing little fishing boats bobbing up and down on the river. 

Good Ol' Blighty

It's a bit grim here at the moment isn't it?

Recession, interiors shops closing (I won't let you know what my prediction is for the next one - wouldn't want to jinx it for them) and the high street in decline. 

To be honest, Tooting Broadway has never been one of my favourite places in the world but even I felt a little sad driving past the boarded up M&S and Woolies the other day. 

Perhaps, it's because people love to shop online and who can blame them with great sites like Plumo? 

Amongst their stunning clothes and elegant jewellery nestles a small but beautiful collection of homewares. 

My pick of their new collection is this sweet British Isles cushion. It's super cute and I love the detailed stitching, plus it certainly paints a prettier picture of Blighty. 

Perhaps, Gordon Brown could hold it up at the next PM Questions, might just cheer everyone up a bit...