At some point we'll need a bench for our yet to be made kitchen and this is the sort of shape I like. It' s well worth having a mooch around Nigel's Eco Store as he has a friendly and very practical range of products. This is one of the more expensive goodies as the sofa is made in Sweden from cardboard, of which 40% is recycled. So shelling out your £549.99 for a piece of board which might not withstand the onslaught of my two, could feel a bit painful.

Posted by Carole

Within4walls has got some seriously stylish, designer led products, such as this Series x. Graeme Masse Architects have designed this unique multifunctional furniture comprising seat, table and footstool. Each product has a continuous loop which enables it to be rotated into different positions - upright, recliner and perching stool, coffee table, side table and foot stool, all matching each other's heights and uses. It costs £399 and when waxed can also happily sit outdoors, not sure I could let it out of my sight for that long.

Posted by Carole

I think you have to be a bit careful with Dwell products. But you can find a gem like this white lacquered butterfly chair for £19.95. It's always worth taking a look at their products in the flesh as the catalogue is flashy but deceptive.

Posted by Carole

I'm currently small people bed hunting as we're leaving London behind for the giddy heights of Leamington Spa. Anyhow, check this nimbus elm bench from the all encompassing Pine Solutions. As the name suggests it's made of solid elm, is easily assembled and delivered free for £125. Didn't like a lot on the site, but this I could live with.

Posted by Carole

Vintage chic shakes its way onto the dining table as we are greeted with the latest product from young designer Hannah Tifalos, as she presents these chintz patterned bone china salt and pepper pots for only £10. You can mix and match colours to create the perfect pretty couple, so I suggest you indulge immediately and get onto mirrormirror as soon as you can, and they even have a stacking egg cup set to go with to complete the family...heavenly.

posted by Kieran

This "Mommys Chair" by Lucy Merchant from the HiddenArtShop has a sweet, childlike feel to it, not surprising as according to them it is part of a collection inspired by "children's 2-dimensional drawing". I'd use mine as a stand alone to add a dash of colour and interest to my somewhat bland room but they're perfectly suitable for dining too and can be bought as a set of four. The website is definately recommended for more cool and quirky finds. (£249.95)

Posted by Chanika

The taste of Indian Summer takes the form of these gorgeous paisley printed trays, £45 for a set of 2, from bombayduck.co.uk. The bright colours invite a ethnic quirkiness that makes serving a delight, giving your kitchen a makeover that’s pure Bollywood chic.

posted by Kieran

If I could be a catalogue, then it would be the Pedlars one. Full of quirky and stylish, very well selected housey/ garden /life stuff to lust after. This set of 4 aviary melamine dinner plates cost £24.95. But I could have picked on their willow teapot and mugs, their lights, their smellies...take a look and tell me you don't want just a little something?

Posted by Carole

I'm not a massive fan of Mfi , finding a lot of their products cheap and not very cheerful. This doesn't stop me looking and stumbling across the odd well crafted bargain like these 1950's Arne Jacobsen inspired Orb chairs with chrome legs. Available in 4 colours and costing £75 a pair - this product might just tempt me back into that dismal store.

Posted by Carole

Founded by iconic designer Alvar Aalto and friends in 1935, the Finnish furniture company Artek continues to produce marvellously modern furniture. In a groundbreaking attempt to banish cane furniture's grandmotherly image, this fantastically simple Bambu chair (and accompanying tables) by Henrik Tjaerby exploits bamboo’s tensile strength, bending it in characteristic Aalto style to produce elegant furniture with a utilitarian feel. £250 from twentytwentyone.

Posted by Ros

Ok it's gorgeous and stylish but I'm way too mean and practical to spend £299.99 on a
Mozzee Nest to feed my child in. But then I thought about our pine and checked effort in the kitchen and imagined looking at this beautiful piece of curved plastic.

It also converts from a highchair to a low chair, so could be with us for a whole 6 years. Well that means it would only cost us 7p a day to marvel at this extravagant but essential piece of child equipment. Log onto Urchin and see if you can justify buying a Mozzee.

Posted by Carole

Have you ever got sentimental about the great architecture and sights of London city? Well now these fantastic landmarks have been captured in black and white and stuck on a plate. Jenny Duff specialise in table mats, coasters and all things for your dining needs. The mats are individually priced at £7.95, a 6 box set costs £45. This is more than the average price of table mats, but then you will dining off something which is truly unique.

Posted by Siddikha

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.

Posted by Toby Collins

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.

Posted by Kerry

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

Posted by Chanika

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.

Posted by Chanika

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.

Posted by Kerry

Take-me-home is a great idea, based in Brighton they pick out lots of lovely mid-twentieth century furniture, vintage and contemporary pieces and then offer them to you. You can view their catalogue online or visit them in their home-cum-showroom and snaffle these 4 1950s MK 11 Hillestack walnut veneered stacking chairs, designed by Robin Day for 'Hille' for £750.00. Not bad for some classy chairs to perch on in the parlour.

Posted by Carole