Scandilous desires: Nordic pieces you won’t be able to keep your hands off
Sunday 28 October 2012
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1. Tea towel
£16, Maria Dahlgren. This is almost too nice to do the dishes with, so why not frame it instead for a "Home Swede Home"? huset-shop.com
2. Flowerpot pendant lamp
£185, Verner Panton. This minimalist drop lamp is one Danish design that never goes out of fashion. 01428 608 050, scandiliving.com
3. Knitted stacked cushion
£139.95, Trine Anderson. Hand-knitted in cotton rope, seriously cosy and perfect for lounging on. 07780 693 034, cloudberryliving.co.uk
4. Wooden coffee table
£69.90, Nordic Bliss. A weathered, wooden side-table is the last word in Scandi style. 01344 452 412, nordicbliss.co.uk
5. Deer wall lamp
£59.95, Ferm Living. Not just for kids, this wooden deer lamp casts silhouettes on your wall. 07780 693 034, cloudberryliving.co.uk
6. Retro storage jars
From £15, Sagaform. Stock up for winter with these ceramic jars, inspired by 1950s Swedish prints. 08700 240 780, heals.co.uk
7. Little my Moomin mug
£14.95, Iitala. Start your day the Moomin way with one of Tove Jansson's much-loved creations. 08456 049 049, johnlewis.com
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