11 ways to weave some texture into your home
These tactile furnishings will make you want to reach out and touch them, says Sam Wylie-Harris
Trends come and go, but one thing’s for sure: comfort is king at home. Whether it’s a snug armchair or a tufted cushion, soft furnishings can help bring a feeling of wellbeing into a space. In fact, online marketplace Etsy (etsy.com) has revealed over-the-top texture as one of its top 2022 homeware decor trends, with an 83% increase in searches for boucle chairs, sofas or ottomans.
Not only does texture feel good to the touch, it also adds visual interest to any room.
Here’s what’s on our textural wish list… 1. Cleo Fabric Wall Hanging, £15 (was £49.50); Tress Natural Faux Sheepskin Chair, £445, Oliver Bonas Woven wall art is easy to hang and brings warmth to any room. Depending on your budget, team it with a sheepskin or boucle accent chair for maximum impact. 2. Freya Tapestry Blush Wall Hanging, £22, Dunelm With a tufted geometric design and tactile tassels, this wall hanging will invigorate a neutral backdrop. 3. Curves Tufted Throw, £28, Mad About Mid Century Modern Made from soft-feel cotton, this throw has lovely wispy accents and generous tassel edges. It will create a focal point
wherever you drape it. 4. White Macrame Table Runner, £36.99, Ginger Ray The macrame movement shows no sign of waning – and why would it, when textured tablescaping can bring a boho edge to any dinner party. 5. Set of Four Colourful Candle Holders, £20, Joe Browns Coloured glass designs with a sculptural quality are especially appealing when they’re heightened by the warming glow of candlelight. 6. Scala Propagator Vase in Olive, £45, (left); Gravity Bubbly Bud Vase, Deep Marble, (second from right), £60, MADE
These super stylish vases will breathe new life into all your fresh greenery. 7. Nevada Tufted Diamond Cushion, £18, Sass & Belle Think desert living, USAstyle with soft, sandy colours. 8. Light Blue Twister Side Table, £135, Rose & Grey This is a stylish side table with a unique look. 9. Kooper Boucle Armchair, £499, rest of items from a selection, Mad About Mid Century Modern
This statement-making armchair is high on style and comfort, with clever curves and beautiful boucle upholstery.
Frost and Oatmeal, £82 each, The British Blanket Company
Who wouldn’t want to cosy up in one of these oversized throws? Tailored to fit a king-size bed, these pure wool waffle blankets will suit any space. 11. Gershwing ‘Parakeet’ Fringed Bette Lampshade, from £325, Divine Savages A fancy fringe lampshade made from plush velvet not only makes a luxe statement, but will give a floor lamp stand a new lease of life.