The colour red always brings a certain quality to a room. It can make it look sexy and elegant, or bright and fresh.
Bubbles Rug from John Lewis is a simple yet gorgeous looking rug, made from 95% wool. The prices vary with the size of the rug, the cheapest being £250, the width being 90 and the length 150cm. It is quite pricey but the rug possesses a style that will last forever.

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For spring/summer Habitat are launching a VIP for Kids range, supposedly designed by famous people who have been asked to invent things they'd have loved to have in their bedrooms as kids. Star (actually mere planet) of the show is this Moonbuzz lamp (£49), complete with craters, by none-other-than Buzz Aldrin. Tom Dixon, whose hand is evident in the creation of these too-good-for-kids goodies, told me that the legendary astronaut Buzz would have been happier to have an appropriately distanced gigantic sun to complete the look.
For little divas there's the Hollywood mirror (£39) by Miss Piggy – a celeb with somewhat less design cred. Other celebrity designers include Sophie Dahl (50s-style dressing table) and Kate Winslet (secret box), not to mention some rather scary dolls by Christian Lacroix and Paco Rabanne.

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What a bargain. £28 for 20 of these lovely hand-decorated Mexican tiles from the Mexican Hammock Company. The tiles measure 10x10cm and will make the cicadas sing in any gringo bathroom or kitchen.

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You could go to a certain purveyor of flimsy, Swedish jigsaw puzzles to spend £75 on a chair, or you could go to Unto This Last and get the Facet Chair, which is more durable, more practical, and has cleaner lines.
In the UTL Brick Lane workshop, the manufacturer aspire to the principles of craftsmanship described in Ruskin's text of the same name. Beautiful, solidly made and wipe clean: perfect for the modern family home.

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Apart from being easy on the eye; looking slightly like a simplified sleigh-bed, sturdy, and with pleasing details, such as the cut outs at the feet... this bed frame has a little something extra. The Leksvic double size is priced at £170, and comes with an inbuilt magazine rack or (as I prefer to think of it) 'secret' hiding place. I think this is such a great idea from Ikea, both novel and practical.

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Whilst checking out what Christmas decoration bargains Tesco had to offer, I stumbled across this in the kids section and was struck by an overwhelming compulsion to post it. The Fantasy Large Hamster Cage (because that is what it is called!) is £24.97, and could possibly be the most amazing pet cage I've ever seen.

The child/rodent relationship has always perturbed me, but a rodent in a pink and green plastic paradise, now that's a cool pet. I think this could be the answer to some christmas shopping nightmares for parents across the land.

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Add a touch of fairy tale glamour to your interior with one of Beyond The Valley's Perspex mirrors.

This Chandelier design comes in A1 size for £145 or A2 size for £95. Their Unicorn design is also very beautiful.

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I'm a firm believer that just because something is practical does not mean it has to be boring; the range at Yoyo is testament to this - take this butter dish, which might look like its made-from-plastic tupperware counterpart but is in fact 100% ceramic and available in a range of pretty pastel colours. Perfect if you're looking for something a little bit quirky to brighten up your kitchen. (£26)

His and her stuff can be cheesy, but this is cute, adorable and functional. I lose my keys a lot, so will definitely spend £12.50 on a key holder for me and my other half (when I get one)! J-me have a great range of quirky household essentials. This keyholder would definately guarantee a grin on your face everytime you put your keys away.

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If you're after something a bit different and quirky then be sure to check out the range at Thorsten Van Elten. I love the kooky spin they put on what are otherwise everyday objects. This portable mirror by Roomsafari is a good example of this. Its practical as well as fun and there's also a matching blackboard. (£17.50)

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Is it wrong that I'm completely in love with these children's zoo lamps by Danish brand Royal Shopping? Probably. Nevertheless, I can't help but smile when I think of what great presents these funky table lamps would make for the little people in my life. You can choose from a range that includes a giraffe, cat or elephant (amongst others) and they really are, in their own simple way, the cutest things ever. (Approximately £70.)

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Habitat never fails when it comes to stylish and pretty furniture pieces. Amongst my favourites right now is this Palonia bedside chest. It's made from solid Palonia wood and has a simple yet eye catching floral design carved out of its top and sides. Perfect for storing bedding and towels - or anything else you fancy. (£69)

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I'm quite tempted to throw in the day job and spend my time just lazing around in this Scamp Chair, doing nothing but reading books and rocking back and forth, and back and forth. This quirky rocking chair, made from reclaimed timber, is a fun and comfy way to relax and will undoubtedly be appreciated by children and adults alike. It comes with its own Scamp Bag too - perfect for snuggling into. By Scamp Designs/. (£999)

This Alessi design is so effortlessly pleasing. Girotondo is a five-hook rack crafted from polished steel and is priced at £23. The fact that the year of production for these was 1997 just shows how simplicity can pay in design. It's sleek and stylish, well made and well designed, without taking itself too seriously.

I like to think of an Alessi piece here or there as a little affirmation; a reminder to have fun, enjoy myself and look good, like all the best Alessi does.

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If, like me, you're forever changing your mind you'll love whatisblik. They sell removable, self-adhesive wall decorations (or 'surface graphics' ) that give the impression of stencilling minus the mess of actually painting. This one is my favourite but there's a vast selection of designs (including Christmas and kids) and when you decide you're bored or need a change they come safely off the wall. Available in the UK at Supernice. (From £24)

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Paper garlands are so much fun to make, but they rarely come out as beautiful as these ones from RE, it's as if they were snipped by Edward Scissorhands himself. You can choose from a dove, a heart and a skeleton motif, they're 3.66m long and £6 each.

If it was up to me, the whole world would be covered in fairy lights and decorations all year round anyway, but I think these beautiful creations are delicate and understated enough to decorate any season.

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Vintage phones just do it for me and I'm so happy to have discovered this fine nostalgic novelty at After Noah Furniture & Furniment. They have a splendid collection on sale and this 746 Blush Pink & Ivory Acrylic addition is £85. It's also available in Emerald Green & Ivory, Jaffa Orange & Ivory, Red, Ivory and Black. A real Aladdin's cave, their quirky Industrial Factory Vintage Lamps and Clocks are a must see too.

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This Cascading Design Light from Biomelifestyle ticks all the Housebible boxes by being both ecologically friendly and aesthetically pleasing. It's made from recycled plastic drinks bottles ensuring that (for the moment) a few less of them are being thrown onto the rubbish heap. This however, hasn't prevented it from being a fun and pretty light fixture - the cascading pieces have been hand-made into a charming flower design and its available in four different sizes so you can make it as much (or as less) of a feature as you want. (£90)

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I can't get enough of Rockett St George at the moment. The UK based site which specialises in showcasing UK bred designers features a vast range of fun and quirky homeware. I'm particularly taken by this Black Creep Shelf by Susan Bradley (£95) This gorgeous shelf was inspired by 'the way plants grow' and gives the illusion of rose boughs climbing upwards. As well as being an ingenious idea design-wise, its also a cool and pretty piece that'll add interest to the barest and most boring of walls. A wider range including tables is also available at www.susanbradley.co.uk - definately worth checking out.

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My friends bought me this for my birthday and I think it's fantastic. You wake up in the morning, look in the mirror and plan your route for the day! I use the tube a lot so this £60 tube map mirror is very practical. Suck Uk has a great range of inspirational and unusual gift ideas.

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I love the rustic style furniture from Topaz, and this rocking chair for £175 is a perfect example of what they do best; uncomplicated design expertly crafted from beautiful, solid wood. Part of the appeal of their furniture is that it always looks dependable, as if it'll stick by you forever - 'comfort furniture' if you like. It works in much the same way as comfort food, only it hits you in the wallet rather than the waist line, I know which I'd prefer.

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In a grown up world of matching sets and coordination (which I'm resisting with all my might!) there is something really satisfying about these mix and match, old style ceramic cups and saucers from Plumo for £35. Their small stature and pretty pastel shades make them so delightful, you'll want to have a tea party right away, just to show them off.

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Entertain in style with this Art Deco style drinks trolley from Graham and Green. Fashioned from stainless steel and glass it's stunning, sleek lines make it a party-hosting must-have. When its not in use the 1930's design ensures it still remains an interesting decorative piece, but with a piece as stylish as this it'd be a shame not to show it off every night. £225

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These Victoria Ghost chairs are as fun as they are functional. They're made of polycarbonate and come in an array of translucent, bright colours including crystal, smoke, orange and green. Buy the crystal set of four for £460 or go all out and mix and match to your heart's desire. As fitting for the bedroom as they are for the dining room these sleek chairs are sure to add a little vivacity to any household. Perfect for those long, dark winters! £119-460 from Graham and Green.

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For a mere £24, this pretty and autumnal metal bowl can be yours. It's simple and elegant and looks great with or without fruit. Bo concept is a very desirable brand in my household.

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I saw these and absoloutly fell in love with them, the unique design really caught my eye. The Icarus and Phoenix illuminated feather mobiles work as a light and also a beautiful product to acessorize your home. The look took my breath away along with other glass objects on the Aline Johnson website. She works on a commission babsis or you could pop along to see her at her studio in the Cockpit Arts centre.

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How cute is this hotwater jar (I’m Irish!) and bed socks set from Plumo? I feel all cosy just looking at it. The socks are priced at £18, the jar is £20, and delivery is £4.50, you can buy the items separately if you like, but I think this little set would make the best Christmas prezzie ever. Although I admit I am slightly biased, since three of my favorite things are all there - pink, sparkles and warmth – but really, what more do you need on a frosty winters eve?

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Butterfly motifs make such pleasing decorations, and they seem to be everywhere at the moment, but I especially love the designs by Paperchase. Aside from wrapping paper, cards, pens and bags all delightfully emblazoned with the happy little creatures, I found this cute ’Floral Butterflies’ camping table for £25 on their website. The table top is 42 x 42cm, and the height is 31cm, practical yet pretty, which equals perfect in Kerry’s world.

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Well designed feature lighting can really make a room for me, and this wonderfully kitsch piece, the Gipsy Chandelier from Urban Outfitters, looks good enough to eat. It costs £125 (including delivery), and also comes in black as the Gypsy Chandelier, which is indeed sleek and dramatic; but it's the candy coatedness of this particular version that really appeals to me - it's so self consciously nauseating on the eye, that it manages to remain both dignified and beautiful, whilst being great fun. Kitsch at it's best.

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I'm a definite summer person, but these gorgeous hot pink retro ’Thermos’ Flasks from pink-princess would brighten up even the gloomiest of winter days. They're 33.5cm high x 12cm, ideal for keeping your hearty winter soup warm, and only £13.94 including delivery.

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This bamboo and rubberwood Trunk is very eco friendly and costs a modest £90 from John Lewis. It's a simple but stylish way to store your duver covers or unwanted junk. The question is how many do you need?

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It's a constant love/hate relationship I have with Ikea. Just when I think Ill never buy anything from there again, it goes and surprises me with this practical and stylish design - a £45 Rolig armchair. I can imagine grabbing a book and just crashing into it, head first, it won't really matter!

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One of my favourite things is being able to walk in to an exhibition and touch things! And at 100%east I fell in love with these ETrees by Nimbel Critter. Simple, yet beautiful, these creations use 'electroluminescent technology' and function as interactive glowing scultpures, which you can bend and twist to your hearts content.

Available for both the home and garden in a range of colours, for pricing information and delivery times contact info@nimblecritters.co.uk. Check out the 'news' section of their website for some enchanting videos of the ETree in action.

Posted by Kerry

I just got one of these fab loo seats from the aptly named Bogseats.co.uk. It cost just £34 and was speedily dispatched (less than 24 hours) to lend a touch of glamour to my otherwise boring bathroom.

Posted by Ros