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• Upcycled Fabric Wall Art
• Odd Couples Bench from Plant & Moss
• Feather Turban from Freedom at Topshop
• eBay watch: 1960s space age bar and carry table
• Space Invaders sofa at Firebox
• Retro Shoulder Bags
• Caroline Cape by Kiki's
• "Modesty is the Best Policy" Soap Dish

Upcycled Fabric Wall Art Posted: 20 Oct 2011 09:54 AM PDT Decorate your living space and your life with this upcycled fabric wall art. These delightful homemade vintage frames are created from wooden embroidery hoops, with lovely floral patterns stitched inside. Each frame is different and makes an ideal addition to any wall. The pieces are bright, bold and beautiful and make a great wall display but also can be doubled up as a cute vintage Christmas decorations. You can choose the size of the frame as these are made to order. Choose your own from Etsy for $20 (£13 plus shipping).

Odd Couples Bench from Plant & Moss Posted: 20 Oct 2011 08:27 AM PDT Quirk meets the every day design classic with this Odd Couples Bench from Plant & Moss. By fusing together two distinctive styles of retro kitchen chair, Plant & Moss have created a unique piece that will really make your dinner guests look twice. The contrasting backs on the bench create an original twist on your every day kitchen bench, while the ash frame and tapered legs give this eccentric seat a subtle mid century twist. £1850 from Brighton POD. See the website for more details.

Feather Turban from Freedom at Topshop Posted: 20 Oct 2011 07:53 AM PDT Embrace your inner silent movie starlet with this fabulous Feather Turban from Freedom at Topshop. This headwear has all the glitz and glamour of the roaring 20s, typified by the big Hollywood legends of the age like Gloria Swanson. The rouched turban is finished with a rather ostentatious peacock feather and embellished brooch. The perfect attire for an evening at the speakeasy or for relaxing in a glamourous dressing gown sipping champagne. £22.50 from Topshop. Visit the website for more details.

eBay watch: 1960s space age bar and carry table Posted: 20 Oct 2011 06:52 AM PDT I have one of these (not this one, I might add), so I do know that this 1960s space age bar and carry table is quite a useful little item if you get it for the right price. It's a miniature bar in essence, standing around 52cm tall and in white plastic, with room for your drinks and nibbles (or anything else) on the top, while the lower area is a smoked perspex bottle holder, able to store up to five bottles neatly. If you want it, the price right now is £9.99. Perfect for any space age-inspired home. Find out more at the eBay website

Space Invaders sofa at Firebox Posted: 20 Oct 2011 03:23 AM PDT The official name is the Retro Invader Couch, but we're calling this 8-bit-inspired home furnishing by the name everyone else will be calling it - the Space Invaders sofa. The name change is probably down to the licensing, there's no mention of that anywhere. But there is mention of the designer, one Igor Chak, who has created this retro gaming gem in limited numbers, all handmade in Los Angeles and all in the shape of an old school alien invader. That pixelated design is created from a mix of leather and memory foam cushioning , with the total size around 196cm(W) x 84cm(D) x 75.8cm(H). Unfortunately, you'll need more than a stash of coins to get in with this arcade classic. £5,500 is the price, with Firebox taking the orders. Find out more at the Forebox website

Retro Shoulder Bags Posted: 20 Oct 2011 02:41 AM PDT Looking for a bag with a distinctive print, but not got the budget for Orla Kiely? Then take a look at Design Shop UK's selection of Retro Shoulder Bags. There are two types of bag in the range: messengers or shoppers, each available in a selection of bright retro patterns. The shoppers are made from polyester and have a zipper closing and one inside pocket. The messenger style bags are made from various materials and have multiple compartments. Prices range between £40 and £45 depending on the design. View the whole collection at Design Shop UK.

Caroline Cape by Kiki's Posted: 20 Oct 2011 02:24 AM PDT Warm up with this Caroline cape by Kiki's The weirdly warm autumn weather has well and truly ended and been replaced with soome brutally cold winter weather. It's been a pretty long time since we've experienced such a cold snap and we think the only way to beat it is by heading out and buying yourself something warm to wear, like this beautiful retro-inspired cape. The fake fur collar is slightly similar to wearing a dead sheep around your neck but it will keep you snug, and looking fashionable, throughout the cold weather. Get your cap/all over wather bottle from Not On The High Street for £69.

"Modesty is the Best Policy" Soap Dish Posted: 20 Oct 2011 02:08 AM PDT The bathroom is often the poor relation when it comes to finding retro products, with options usually limited to a few patterned shower curtains, so this Modesty is the Best Policy Soap Dish is a nice little find. Made in New York, the cream-coloured dish features the words written in a banner in a vintage style type. It makes a good finishing touch to the bathroom. It costs £15 from Rockett St George.

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