It's been a while since I updated our Indoor section because I've been busy setting up 'Let them eat Cake' with my very good friend Clare. We now have a large collection of vintage mismatched cake stands, which are perfect for displaying fruit, cheese, bread rolls, jewellery and of course cake. They range in price from £30 for a pedestal to an average £65 for a three tier and are diverse in style, colour and eccentricity! Great if you could take a peek and give us some feedback, as we've only been up and running for a few months and are still learning lots about what you want. We know they're very special, so you feel they are a perfect wedding gift and as a lot of you already have a lot of china, we're offering a bespoke service too. We may be in the midst of a recession, so let you and us eat cake while we ride it out.

Posted by Carole

My new idect phones are useless because the mouthpiece is so critical, that people often can not hear me - which really defeats the phones objective. This 1960's Scandiphone from Plumo would be an ideal replacement. It's a distinctive white or orange, has the dial hidden in it's base and costs £49. It's the 10th anniversary of this eclectic company, who specialise in lots of girly clothing and accessories with random lovely house fiddly bits thrown in. There's lots of inspirational and indulgent stuff for Mothers Day too.

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For all you Scandinavian lovers, log onto Our show home and salivate at the beautifully crafted mid-century furniture and pieces. These Danish salt and pepper shakers hail from the 60’s and are made from wood with a green lacquer finish. The tallest is 10cm, the smallest 7.5cm, price - £64.00. You can make an appointment to visit their home and gawp or buy all their lovely wares. Or take yourself off to the Mid Century Modern show at De La Warr Pavilion at Bexhill on sea this Sunday from 11am -4pm. Ross is on a stag night on Saturday, I wonder what my chances will be of making it there!

Posted and Disappointed, Carole

The smashing Midcentury Modern show by the team at ourshowhome returns to Dulwich College, London SE21 on the 4th March 2007, from 10am to 4pm. Its the number one show for sourcing original fifties, sixties and seventies collectable furniture, lights and other gorgeous objects from a number of top dealers. They also have a number of modern young designers like People Will Always Need Plates and Donna Wilson to complement the retro feel.

A word of warning though - the last show housebible went to was absolutely packed so we'll be turning up early to bag the bargains and avoid the crush! More details are here

If you can't make the Dulwich show, then put the date of 1st July 2007 in your diary and head to the seaside as the Midcentury Modern show takes over the De La Warr Pavillion in Bexhill on Sea. Mmm...classic design and scrummy ice cream - an irresistable combination. More details here.

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Haus Furniture is a no nonsence site that shows their retro wares quite simply and often cheaply. This 1970's oval vintage dining table comes with 6 tan chairs with an alumnium base, for a modest £650. If you have a particular desirable object in mind from the last 100 years, they can also source if for you. Click now if this is your retro fancy.

Posted by Carole

Wow, can I have this milkshake pink Roberts Revival Radio in my kitchen now please. This is the R250 leatherette model, one of 14 different colours, which is 235w x 153h x 98d mm and costs £100. Yippie, it makes me want to wear bunches, blow bubbles and roll around on skates, for no reason at all (other than it's fun).

Posted by Kerry

If curvy 1930's sofas are your thing, then head to Broadway Market. Just go there anyhow, because they've got a great Farmers Market and the new outdoor heated lido has just opened. This Jean Renoir 3 seater was £1'195 and is now £795, the two seater was £995, now £595. So grab your olives and bread and head to Vintage Sofas.

Posted by Carole Sleight

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.

Posted by Kerry

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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What a very busy person Kathleen Hills is, log onto her site multidesign and prepare yourself to be spoilt by her witty and elegant lighting and ceramics.Not only has she appeared in lots of housey publications and been heavily promoted by the Crafts Council but even Cate Blanchett has got her designing a light for her house. I was going to show you her fun milkii bottle, but then was swayed by this beautiful childrens dining set
with vintage prints for those with retro babes. For £34 you get an 8 inch plate, a bowl and cup. Naturally only to be puchased when your child has got past the hurtling their plate at the nearest passing person.

Posted by Carole

I love it when you come across little shops specialising in 20th century design, expert upholstery and restoration too. Solomon's have a great little shop in Crouch End, London and an online service too. A bit disappointing that a lot of the unique pieces on the site are sold. However, give them a call if you can't find what you're after, as pieces like this Arne Jacobsen chair are representative of the high quality pieces they sell. They've been around since 1982 so there's not much these guys don't know about classic and affordable pieces.

Posted by Carole

We currently have 5 telephones and still I can never find one. Several of them have also developed a low level hiss which cuts out half the conversation. So rather than constantly phone hunt, we could get ourselves a fixed phone, which will not end up in the laundry bin or down the chair. Telephone Lines specialise in period, collectable and very funny phones. This 1930s Bakerlite phone costs £149 and can also be sourced in a variety of other colours. Maybe it's time for the static phone to take its rightful place in the home.

Posted by Carole