Ten perfect buys from the high street to brighten up this cold and dark month!

Stanton Oak Dining Table

This classic wooden dining table from Rowen and Wren is carved from solid oak with traditional dovetail joinery and wooden runners. Finished with an aged oak finish it was inspired by those fabulous English farmhouse antique tables you always see on Instagram but can never find in antiques shops or flea markets! The table seats six. 

Canellato Brass Decorative Bowl

Made in India this 100% brass bowl will age over time to give that beautiful naturally aged look. It’s part of Sezane’s capsule homes collection which always sells out super fast.

Cotton Striped Cushion Covers

These 30 x 50cm 100% cotton cushions from Mango Home are the perfect size. Available in four different colours from a soft pink to a deep petrol blue, there’s a colour for every interior scheme. The stripes and envelope closure make them a timeless design. Well done Mango Home!

Checkerboard Natural Flatweave Rug

Habitat’s new archive collection, based on their designs from the 1960s to early 2000s, is really worth a look for timeless classics at amazing prices. This checkerboard flatweave rug has been woven with natural jute and wool to create a tough but comfortable finish. The neutral pallet and contemporary design will work in so many different rooms. 

Rhubarb Linen Blend Duvet Cover

As cozy as a freshly baked rhubarb crumble, this richly toned linen-blend duvet cover from Piglet in Bed brings warmth and comfort to your bedroom. Woven from 55% European linen and 45% long-staple cotton, the fabric is naturally breathable, durable, and prewashed for an irresistibly soft feel. Combining the effortless texture of linen with the gentle touch of cotton, it offers a relaxed yet refined look. Each cover is finished with natural coconut shell buttons and features discreet inside corner ties to keep your duvet perfectly in place – all crafted without the use of harmful dyes or chemicals.

Absolute Matt Emulsion 

Want to make your decorating choices more sustainable? Little Greene has reworked its beloved Absolute Matt Emulsion to reduce reliance on new raw materials. The updated formula keeps the same beautiful chalky matt finish -which is perfect for interior walls and ceilings – but now includes 40% recycled resin – the binding component that holds the paint together – helping you create a home that’s kinder to the planet. Absolute Matt Emulsion Paint

Upstairs Downstairs Wallpaper

Frome based wallpaper and textile designer Annika Reed has launched her latest collection, Upstairs Downstairs – a series of eight wallpapers showcasing her signature hand-printed, wood-block artistry. The range includes everything from bold, stylised blooms such as sunflowers, daffodils, and snowdrops to whimsical folklore-inspired patterns ideal for children’s spaces.  

Downstairs is rooted in nature with single stem botanicals like dahlia, sunflower, bluebell, and daffodil featuring on the designs. Upstairs opens the door to imagination: children’s adventure wallpapers that sail with fishermen, swim with mermaids, drift into space, and dance away in garden play. 

The Rocco Collection Pendants 

We’re smitten with these beautifully crafted plaster pendants from bespoke lighting specialists Artifact. Each piece is handmade on England’s south coast using non-toxic, sustainable materials and natural finishes. 

The Rocco collection draws inspiration from the rugged beauty of the Dorset coastline, blending time-honoured craftsmanship with contemporary design techniques. Perfect for adding a touch of coastal charm to your home, the pendants are available in a palette of seasonal hues. For a cozy winter glow, opt for the Large Terracotta Rocco, whose rich, earthy tones bring warmth and character to any space.

Madder Midi Stripe Cement Tile

A classic tile design from Bert & May in a contemporary new colourway. The Midi Stripe tile has been customised using a combination of complex and moody reds. 

Capablanca Games Table

Games are making a comeback as we focus on activities that bring us together. This fold-away Capablanca Games Table from Oka features gold-coloured legs and a hand-painted chequerboard top for chess or draughts. There is an additional top with a felt-lined surface on one side for cards and a hand-painted backgammon design on the other. There are hand crafted chess pieces, draughts and cards. Perfect for this Christmas.