| For sale: 1960s midcentury-style four-bedroomed house in North Berwick, East Lothian, Scotland Posted: 10 Nov 2011 10:41 AM PST 
Not the most expensive house we've ever featured, but this 1960s-designed four-bedroomed house in North Berwick, East Lothian, Scotland is still an interesting property for fans of the era. Officially it's classed a bungalow, but not the kind of thing you might imagine if you hear that word. Plenty of space and irregular ceiling heights, along with floor-to-ceiling windows offering plenty of 60s-style cool, as well as a practical living space at an affordable price.  The house has been considerably restored, so plain walls mix with those original features, with accommodation including a hall, an open-plan living room, kitchen and dining room, four double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a utility room.
Outside, you'll find landscaped gardens, good storage, a garage and additional off-road parking. It's also commuter distance from Edinburgh, whi h is a bonus. Offers over £295,000 are requested, with an open day this Sunday, 13th November, if you happen to be passing.
Find out more at the Rettie website
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| eBay watch: Gladlyn Ware midcentury-style planter Posted: 10 Nov 2011 09:16 AM PST 
Quite like this, not least because the Gladlyn Ware midcentury-style planter has a bit of age to it. It's a stylish item too, probably from the 1960s (but could be '50s), with screw-fit tapered legs and wood that's been given a coating of natural oil to improve its look. The metal fittings have suffered through the elements over the years, but that just adds a bit more character. It stands around 50cm tall with the legs and is currently at £8.37. Find out more at the eBay website |
| Wooden Stacking Robots Posted: 10 Nov 2011 08:40 AM PST 
Retro robots are great at anytime of the year, but as Christmas nears it gives us an excuse to buy something like these Wooden Stacking Robots, whether for a child or as an early present to ourselves.
Each box contains nine wooden robots, painted red, yellow, blue, green and one in black. The idea is to stack them up in different figurations, following examples provided or making up your own displays. The idea is based on a classic 1930s toy Bill Ding Balancing Clowns. A set of robots costs £14 from Scarlet and Jones.  |
| Eggsterminator Dalek-inspired Egg Cup Posted: 10 Nov 2011 05:10 AM PST 
Fan of Doctor Who? Fan of a boiled egg? You'll find this Eggsterminator Egg Cup a marriage made in heaven. Yes, you've guessed it, this is an egg cup inspired by the good Doctor's deadliest enemy. Made of a dark grey ceramic, it's a great talking point as well as a pretty useful thing too. After all, we all love a boiled egg and soldiers once in a while. Firebox has them, priced at £5.99 each. Find out more at the Firebox website |
| Ritchie midcentury-style seating range at Made Posted: 10 Nov 2011 04:25 AM PST 
More retro style from the Made.com website and as ever, you can secure Ritchie midcentury-style seating range on the cheap if you get in ahead of the deadline. For us, this is one of the company's best so far, stylish 1960s midcentury looks, with curved back and arms, a buttoned back, 'generous' foam cushioning, angled black solid wood legs and a choice of colours for the fabric. How much you ask? Well, the full price of the armchairs is £699, but if you get in before the deadline (just over three days), the price of each is £299. If you want the sofa, that's £999 full price, but again, if you beat the deadline in three or so days, you can grab the sofa for £449. Larger shot of both items below. Find out more at the Made website 
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| Hello Geronimo Love Buttons Framed Art Posted: 10 Nov 2011 04:12 AM PST 
Hello Geronimo, aka Vicky Cockell, has created this Love Buttons Framed Art using buttons and badges.
Each one is handmade so each will be unique as they use different buttons and badges to build up to the picture. The picture measures 50cm by 50cm framed and costs £300. There is also a map of Great Britain, butterfly or stag design if Love isn't to your liking. Buy these designs exclusively from the Heal's website.  |
| Christmas Tree Ornaments from Jonathan Adler Posted: 10 Nov 2011 04:12 AM PST  Unless you happen to be one of those crazed people who gets festive the second there's a slight nip in the air, you may be thinking about getting your home ready for Chrismas in the next few weeks. Abandon those gaudy baubles and that tired old tinsel in favour of a few of these Christmas Tree Ornaments from Jonathan Adler.
Our favourite US import, currently wowing the crowds with his playful retro creations at the new London flagship store, has released a range of 16 tree ornaments based on his most beloved designs. From pop art peacocks to fabulous foxes, each ornament is created in high gloss white porcelain and comes in it's own beautiful presentation box. The ornaments start at £24 each. You can see the full range here or in the Jonathan Adler store in Chelsea.  |
| Lace Peekaboo Cardigan from Wheels & Dollbaby Posted: 10 Nov 2011 03:00 AM PST 
Boardwalk Empire chic is fast catching up with crazed Mad Men mania, what with the series being on an all too long hiatus. Give a subtle nod to the fashionable ladies of the Prohibition era drama with this Lace Peekaboo Cardigan from Wheels & Dollbaby. This very ladylike cardi will be just the ticket for sneaking out to the speakeasy in the middle of a long winter's night. The detailed lace overlay gives a glamourous 30s twist to the faithful staple of the chillier months and is finished with a vintage-inspired scalloped edge. £135 from ASOS. See the website for more details.  |
