Real homes: what a difference new cushions can make

I've been charting the finishing touches to my kitchen for what seems like ages. But these things take time, decisions aren't always fast – things have to be lived with, tried out, and experimented with... 

But I'll admit that the kitchen cushions – seen in their before-ish state, below – have been an issue for several years.



And it's not like I haven't had some excellent, expert guidance 

The perfect Christmas present?

Oh. I know. I said I wasn't ready to talk Christmas. But I'm compiling a little gift guide for Independent (don't email me! I'm finished!) and remembered loitering in the homeware department of H&M a few weeks ago, aimlessly stroking this lovely blanket. 



A good blanket is near universally suitable gift, I'd say.

It is soft, luxurious and... machine washable. It comes in four colours. Price: