http://folksy.com/shops/helkatdesign Hand printed individual cushions and canvases Finally ..........FREE UK SHIPPING Orders dispatched within 7 working days thank you for your patience en-gb H E L K A T D E S I G N Hand printed individual cushions and canvases Finally ..........FREE UK SHIPPING Orders dispatched within 7 working days thank you for your patience Hand printed in Wiltshire inspired by The Highlands, our Great parks and Celtic mythology and the Jura Forests, called “the cromie stag,” Gaelic for “crooked.” In Jura only do these stags exist; how they got there or whence they came no one knows, but there they have been from time immemorial, and confident I feel either that they are a distinct race, or that some stag from foreign lands once managed to get to Jura in days gone by This is a magestic rustic cushion based on a white stag. Thought to have led king Arthur and his knights to the Holy Grail and linked to the other world for man and Kingdoms. This is the Monarch of the Glen on a soft grey blue hessian giving a tweedy effect with hessian and ribbon detailing and a bespoke print back extras comes with a 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Wed, 30 Nov 2011 12:23:12 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2665533 http://folksy.com/items/2665533 hand printed rustic muted grey blue hessian stag cushion Let your sofa tell a story of this pair of hares. Hand printed in Wiltshire. We do love hares Another version of our boxing hares . Inspired the countryside, mythology and folklore from Devon to Ireland to The Silk Road in China. The hare has been a symbol for many cultures. Two leaping hares cushion covers with extra stitching outlining the glorious boxing shapes. On a soft hessian blue ground. A more sophisticated urban cushion , with a classic country twist. A generous 20" square cushion with lovely bespoke detailing on the back.Fantastic Extras comes with two 20 x 20 inners helkatdesign Wed, 30 Nov 2011 13:43:22 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2666009 http://folksy.com/items/2666009 Hand printed blue pair of boxing hares cushions Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our rural countryside, our heritage and of course Mr Dahl's famous book. This is our new arctic fox part of our winter range printed on a linen back in mink and a white fox with stitched detaling and a bespoke ribbon back also has a thicker tail wheeeee, its also a reversible cushion. Extras comes with a 24 x 16 inner helkatdesign Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:33:20 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2666077 http://folksy.com/items/2666077 Hand printed new arctic mink fox reversible cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. A sophisticated cushion On a soft hessian with a charcoal grey ground a mesmerised feline and a sewn stitched ball of wool With a splendid bespoke back showing more cat and ribbon detailing. Mungo, Helkat's elderly house model and part - time working spaniel is a little unsure of our new range, we think it's a winner! extras 17 x 13 inner too Macavity's a Mystery Cat: he's called the Hidden Paw-- For he's the master criminal who can defy the Law. He's the bafflement of Scotland Yard, the Flying Squad's despair: For when they reach the scene of crime--Macavity's not there! T S Eliot ....Cats helkatdesign Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:48:15 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2666473 http://folksy.com/items/2666473 hand printed russet cat cushion “If I can stop one Heart from breaking I shall not live in vain If I can ease one life the Aching Or cool one Pain Or help one fainting Robin Unto his Nest again I shall not live in Vain” .Hand printed on linen cotton with a hand painted chest on a green hessian ground this is the King of our garden bird range. We are in love this Autumn with our new rounder robin extras a great hand printed back comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:50:53 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2666509 http://folksy.com/items/2666509 Hand printed green robin cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire inspired by The Highlands, our Great parks and Celtic mythology and the Jura Forests, called “the cromie stag,” Gaelic for “crooked.” In Jura only do these stags exist; how they got there or whence they came no one knows, but there they have been from time immemorial, and confident I feel either that they are a distinct race, or that some stag from foreign lands once managed to get to Jura in days gone by This is a magestic rustic cushion based on a white stag. Thought to have led king Arthur and his knights to the Holy Grail and linked to the other world for man and Kingdoms. This is the Monarch of the Glen on a soft grey blue hessian giving a tweedy effect with hessian and ribbon detailing and a bespoke print back extras comes with a 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:53:55 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2666541 http://folksy.com/items/2666541 hand printed rustic stag cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. We do love hares Another version of our boxing hares . Inspired the countryside, mythology and folklore from Devon to Ireland to The Silk Road in China. The hare has been a symbol for many cultures. Two leaping hares with extra stitching outlining the glorious boxing shapes. On a soft hessian charcoal ground. A more sophisticated urban cushion , with a classic country twist. A generous 20 square cushion with lovely bespoke detailing on the back.Fantastic comes with a 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:55:26 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2666561 http://folksy.com/items/2666561 hand printed rustic boxing hares cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Not two turtle doves...nor a couple of love birds; a pair of pheasants... kissing pheasants...Quintessentially English, with a Skandinavian feel, a Helkatdesign classic. In a minky brown grey and two ivory pheasants...perfect extras comes with a 20 x 20 pad and is also a reversible cushion cover with cross tailed pheasants on the back Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns. George Eliot helkatdesign Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:56:15 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2666569 http://folksy.com/items/2666569 Hand printed mink reversible kissing pheasants cushion Hand printed in Britain. Helkat is hoping for a typical British summer; hot days, rainy days, grey and windy days. Thinking of sitting in a garden in the country we have produced a cushion which epitomises the rural countryside where we live and work. In 3 colourways on hessian, 2 pictured in a chalky grey blue and a duck egg base on hessian. A swathe of printed dragon and butterflys with stitch detailing. Delicate and beautiful on rustic hessian. The usual linen cotton and ribbon backing 'A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step' - Lao Tzu...'Until you spread your wings you have no idea how far you can fly' unknown Some extras comes with a 17x13 pad helkatdesign Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:57:00 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2666581 http://folksy.com/items/2666581 Hand printed butterfly and dragonfly apple green cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire, inspired by scandinavian and nordic colours, a very British icon. Dark grey, ivory and muted grey union jack cushion on soft twill linen and cotton. This is a new version of our best seller Extra also a reversible cushion comes with a20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:01:35 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2666601 http://folksy.com/items/2666601 Hand printed grey union jack cushion “If I can stop one Heart from breaking I shall not live in vain If I can ease one life the Aching Or cool one Pain Or help one fainting Robin Unto his Nest again I shall not live in Vain” .Hand printed on linen cotton with a hand painted chest on a muted blue hessian ground this is the King of our garden bird range. We are in love this Autumn with our robin extras a great hand printed back comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:01:37 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2666605 http://folksy.com/items/2666605 hand printed muted blue robin cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our countryside, mystical hares remain a constant favourite. a triptyque of hares with stitch detailing on a duck egg linen ground. A fantastic back detail. extras comes with a 24 x16 inner helkatdesign Thu, 01 Dec 2011 13:47:06 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2672373 http://folksy.com/items/2672373 Hand printed duck egg triple hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our rural countryside, our heritage and of course Mr Dahl's famous book. This is fantastic Mr Fox. part of our Autumn range printed on a rustic hessian in a russet red with stitched detaling and a bespoke ribbon back also has a thicker tail now. Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Sun, 04 Dec 2011 15:08:29 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2721602 http://folksy.com/items/2721602 Hand printed new red fox cushion Helkat's handprinted vintage inspired Canadian flag cushion. According to Ancient and Heraldic traditions much symbolism is associated with colors. I t has been said the colors on the Canadian flag represent the following: White - peace and honesty Red - hardiness, bravery, strength & valour The official Canadian colours were proclaimed in 1921 by King George V The basic style shown in the picture of the Canadian flag is described as Emblem - reflecting the central design of the flag pattern. I love this cushion, yes I'm British , so what do I know, but this is a great design With a reversible back with moose detailing on in a red , bespoke ribbon trim on an ivory cotton twill with blocks of soft muted red. This is a great cushion also its a reversible Extras comes with a 24x16 pad helkatdesign Tue, 06 Dec 2011 21:52:21 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2737914 http://folksy.com/items/2737914 New Canadian reversible flag cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire inspired by The Highlands, our Great parks and Celtic mythology and the Jura Forests, called “the cromie stag,” Gaelic for “crooked.” In Jura only do these stags exist; how they got there or whence they came no one knows, but there they have been from time immemorial, and confident I feel either that they are a distinct race, or that some stag from foreign lands once managed to get to Jura in days gone by This is a magestic rustic cushion based on a white stag. Thought to have led king Arthur and his knights to the Holy Grail and linked to the other world for man and Kingdoms. This is the Monarch of the Glen on a soft pale gold linen/ cotton with hessian and ribbon detailing and a bespoke print back extras 17 x 13' inner too helkatdesign Tue, 06 Dec 2011 21:57:15 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2737958 http://folksy.com/items/2737958 hand printed gold stag cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. We've updated our original flag cushion cover. A tribute to the Southern Hemisphere. On a soft ribbed cotton mix great muted colours our new back ...as good as the front.....a map of Australia with a mini joey ....who need sat nav ! extras takes a 16 x 24 inner A quote from Russell Crowe God bless America. God save the Queen. God defend New Zealand and thank Christ for Australia.”...enjoy helkatdesign Tue, 06 Dec 2011 22:07:19 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2738018 http://folksy.com/items/2738018 Hand printed Australian flag cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our northern skies, centuries of folklore, from Ireland to China, the Middle East to the Arctic to the Salisbury Plain. The hare speaks to us all These are fantastic covers of a leaping hare, this is the newest colour in our collection, on a hessian mulberry ground with applique detailing, ribbon trim a reversible back extras comes with a 24 x 16 inner helkatdesign Thu, 08 Dec 2011 21:16:28 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2749622 http://folksy.com/items/2749622 Mulberry leaping hare reversible cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire inspired by the sea the lakes ;a wading bird in soft muted blue on a linen cotton, Illustrative stitched detailing making each cushion individual perfection. As usual a quirky back detail with ribbon trim and a 17 x 13 inner too, lovely 'Cranes carry this heavy mystical baggage. They're icons of fidelity and happiness. The Vietnamese believe cranes cart our souls up to heaven on our wings.' helkatdesign Thu, 08 Dec 2011 21:18:57 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2749646 http://folksy.com/items/2749646 hand printed and stitched muted blue wading bird cushion Hand printed in Britain. Helkat is hoping for a typical British summer; hot days, rainy days, grey and windy days. Thinking of sitting in a garden in the country we have produced a cushion which epitomises the rural countryside where we live and work. In 3 colourways on hessian, 2 pictured in a chalky grey blue and a duck egg base on hessian. A swathe of printed dragon and butterflys with stitch detailing. Delicate and beautiful on rustic hessian. The usual linen cotton and ribbon backing 'A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step' - Lao Tzu...'Until you spread your wings you have no idea how far you can fly' unknown Some extras comes with a 24x16 pad helkatdesign Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:25:45 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2765458 http://folksy.com/items/2765458 Hand printed chalky blue grey butterfly and dragonfly cushion Hand printed in wiltshire. Not three French Hens, but 3 pheasants running....On a burgundy hessian with hessian trim. This cushion sings of our countryside. With a distinctly British feel, a tweedy look and with our usual twist. New design of them running. Extras bespoke back... comes with a 24 x 16 helkatdesign Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:25:54 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2765454 http://folksy.com/items/2765454 Limited addition burgundy running pheasants cushion “If I can stop one Heart from breaking I shall not live in vain If I can ease one life the Aching Or cool one Pain Or help one fainting Robin Unto his Nest again I shall not live in Vain” .Hand printed with a hand painted chest on a charcoal hessian ground this is the King of our garden bird range. We are in love this Autumn with our new rounder robin extras a great hand printed back comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:28:25 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2765466 http://folksy.com/items/2765466 New charcoal robin cushion our new logo hare the second in a burgundy small cushion with our hare in the corner stitch detailing we are in love, quintessentially British ; a prince in the countryside.. another of Helkatdesign's new hares... Inspired by mythology and folklore. From Ireland, to Greece, travelling the Silk Road in China the hare is a mystical figure Hand printed on hessian an a natural ground..A bespoke back too Every one will be slightly different complete one offs... comes with a 17 x 13 inner urban or country your choice helkatdesign Mon, 12 Dec 2011 10:29:27 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2765470 http://folksy.com/items/2765470 Limited edition claret leapinglogo hare cushion I will be the gladdest thing Under the sun! I will touch a hundred flowers And not pick one. Hand printed in Wiltshire. Returning to where it all started an allium , double printed in taupe and dark naturals on russian linen and ribbed cotton completely reversible. We love it a truly subtle statement cushion extras comes with a 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:55:39 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2776014 http://folksy.com/items/2776014 Hand printed reversible allium cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Our new addition to the dog family a little springer spaniel, on a hessian ground,with a dark charcoal background, stitched detailing and bespoke printed back detailing. Extras comes with a 17x13 inner helkatdesign Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:05:04 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2776078 http://folksy.com/items/2776078 New little springer spaniel cushion Lovely handprinted doilly inspired heart cushion. Soft twill weave cotton and linen mixed fabric with natural heart on a soft duck egg blue background. I like my cushions to look plump so I make my covers snug fitting they come up smaller in length and with than the pad, but keep their shape longer. extras comes with a 17x13 inner helkatdesign Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:20:21 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2776170 http://folksy.com/items/2776170 Hand printed duck egg heart cushion I will be the gladdest thing Under the sun! I will touch a hundred flowers And not pick one. Hand printed in Wiltshire. Returning to where it all started an allium on a striped background, double printed in charcoal and grey on russian linen completely reversible. We love it a truly subtle statement cushion extras comes with a 24 x 16 inner helkatdesign Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:24:37 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2776186 http://folksy.com/items/2776186 Hand printed allium and striped reversible cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire, inspired by scandinavian and nordic colours, a very British icon. duck egg and ivoryunion jack cushion on soft twill linen and cotton. This is a new version of our best seller, it is also a reversible cushion Extra comes with a 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:20:20 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2796526 http://folksy.com/items/2796526 Hand printed duck egg union jack reversible cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire on a ribbed cotton in a muted blue a hen duck and her ducklings with the usual bespoke back and trim comes with a 17 x 13 inner now for the facts - Male ducks are called drakes, female ducks are called hens and babies are called ducklings. Geese and swans are relatives of the duck. Ducks have three eyelids. A ducks feathers are waterproof. When ducks quack they have no echo. Some ducks can fly about 332 miles a day. A ducks life span is 2-12 years, this depends on the species. Ducks have webbed feet, which act like paddles. Ducks never have cold feet Ducks line their nests with feathers they pluck from their chest. They need companionship just like us! “Not the cry, but the flight of the wild duck, leads the flock to fly and follow.” helkatdesign Wed, 04 Jan 2012 19:53:56 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2823958 http://folksy.com/items/2823958 hand printed muted blue duck family cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. this is a classic image, a vintage inspired cushion with a rustic twist. A neutral brown crown and laurel wreath on a natural hessian. ground. This is an archive inspired rustic cushion, which has the look of a vintage grain sack emblem. and can find a place in any home. It's combination of vintage European, British with military naval influences; need we say more Extras 17 x 13 pad and a bespoke back helkatdesign Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:52:21 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2826126 http://folksy.com/items/2826126 hand printed rustic natural laurel wreath crown cushion Love is like the wild rose-briar; Friendship like the holly-tree. The holly is dark when the rose-briar blooms, but which will bloom most constantly. Part of our english tree collection, A holly leaf and berry cushion. Hand printed on a ribbed cotton in olive with red berries with a printed back. extras comes with a inner 17x13. helkatdesign Tue, 10 Jan 2012 19:20:03 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2846106 http://folksy.com/items/2846106 Hand printed olive holly leaf cushion hand printed in Wiltshire. Drysdale , Swaledale, Scottish, Welsh Mountain. Helkat's sheep is here with illustrative stitched detail linen and ribbon trim, simple and sophisticated Created by our youngest designer Lydia; thank you On a burgundy hessian the sheep makes it's mark. Mungo our very old houser model is not sure of his new role as sheep dog....but needs must! comes with a17 x 13 inner baa ram ewe helkatdesign Tue, 10 Jan 2012 21:41:58 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2847282 http://folksy.com/items/2847282 Hand printed burgundy sheep cushion This is a magestic rustic cushion based on a white stag. Thought to have led king Arthur and his knights to the Holy Grail and linked to the other world for man and Kingdoms. on a loomstate linen three grey stag images stand on a hessian ground. With a bespoke hand printed back stylish subtle this is simply lovely extras takes a 24x16 inner helkatdesign Wed, 11 Jan 2012 11:54:51 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2849370 http://folksy.com/items/2849370 hand printed linen triple stag cushion Just when we think we won't be truly excited by a cushion design, one turns up that we really love. Hand printed in Wiltshire but inspired by Fair Isle, a tiny island in the north of Scotland, that forms part of the Shetland islands. Fair Isle knitting gained a considerable popularity when the Prince of Wales (later to become Edward VIII) started wearing fair isle knitted tank tops Ours feels quite Scandinavian, not surprising as Norse settlers used the tiny Isle as a stepping stone On a pale grey loom state linen, reversible with a charcoal band of fair isle motifs , this is a subtle sophisticated design that completely enhances our countryside range of cushions. Extras comes with a feather 20 x 20 inner , more fabrics and colours to come helkatdesign Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:04:09 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2849414 http://folksy.com/items/2849414 hand printed fair isle inspired linen cushion Micromys minutus - Harvest mouse, house mouse town mouse or country. It is very hard not to love this quiet little mouse cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire a more rustic mouse on a claret hessian ground , with stitched illustrative detail ribbon trim and a bespoke printed back. Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner too Only a very brave mouse makes nest in cat's ear. Personally we think our mouse is more in tune with Edith Sitwell The trouble with most Englishwomen is that they will dress as if they had been a mouse in a previous incarnation they do not want to attract attention. helkatdesign Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:26:58 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2849534 http://folksy.com/items/2849534 hand printed claret mouse cushion Ours feels quite Scandinavian, not surprising as Norse settlers used the tiny Isle as a stepping stone On a ribbed cotton, this feels very Nordic , reversible with a charcoal /blue band of fair isle motifs , this is a subtle sophisticated design that completely enhances our countryside range of cushions. helkatdesign Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:21:34 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2850370 http://folksy.com/items/2850370 hand printed muted blue fair isle cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire on a ribbed cotton in a soft claret/burgundy; a hen duck and her ducklings with the usual bespoke back and trim comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:33:45 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2850442 http://folksy.com/items/2850442 hand printed burgundy duck family cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. on a rustic hessian with a vintage feel. A face lift for our jacks was required a deeper shade of red with claret/raspberry tones which give this cushion an archive feel. A crown on the back with union jack ribbon trim; this cushion flies the flag for Britain i in this very special year Extras bespoke back ribbon trim comes with a feather 24 x16" inner helkatdesign Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:43:39 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2850470 http://folksy.com/items/2850470 NEW hand printed rustic union jack cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our countryside, mystical hares remain a constant favourite. a triptyque of hares with stitch detailing on a burgundy hessian ground. A fantastic back detail. extras comes with a 24 x16 inner helkatdesign Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:28:10 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2851486 http://folksy.com/items/2851486 Hand printed burgundy triple hares cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Hollie and I love these designs . Inspired the countryside, mythology and folklore from Devon to Ireland to The Silk Road in China. The hare has been a symbol for many cultures. Two leaping hares with extra stitching outlining the glorious boxing shapes. On a hessian rustic burgundy background. A generous 20 square cushion with a lovely bespoke extra printed hare detailing on the back.: which is as good as the front! Fantastic Extras comes with a 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:25:40 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2855910 http://folksy.com/items/2855910 Limited edition burgundy rustic boxing hares cushion Micromys minutus - Harvest mouse, house mouse town mouse or country. It is very hard not to love this quiet little mouse cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire a more rustic mouse on a grey linen ground , with stitched illustrative detail ribbon trim and a bespoke printed back. Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner too Only a very brave mouse makes nest in cat's ear. Personally we think our mouse is more in tune with Edith Sitwell The trouble with most Englishwomen is that they will dress as if they had been a mouse in a previous incarnation they do not want to attract attention. helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:14:41 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2875590 http://folksy.com/items/2875590 Hand printed grey mouse cushion hand printed in Wiltshire. We are being unashamedly patriotic this year. A very British cushion reversible with mini jack back. In a deep red, blue on a taupe linen with fabric and ribbon trim. This cushion shouts out Hurrah for Great Britain Extras comes with a 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:34:40 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2875638 http://folksy.com/items/2875638 Appliqued union jack flag cushion Now and again Its good to return to you roots and remember what inspired you This cushion is a more sophisticated version of one of the first creations! So popular in the oblong a square was needed too.Reversible with a mini appliqued jack flag this really ticks the boxes A pale duck egg linen, with striped duck egg and taupe cotton stripes, spotty beige and ivory stripes. Ribbon embellishment - dovegrey hearts, A linen back tree fabric trim...IT is so subtle, a mixture of textures and fabrics...it really works It has everything except the kitchen sink! Extras comes with a 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:35:31 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2875654 http://folksy.com/items/2875654 Appliqued duck egg spot and stripes union jack cushion Micromys minutus - Harvest mouse, house mouse town mouse or country. It is very hard not to love this quiet little mouse cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire a more rustic mouse on a blue linen ground , with stitched illustrative detail ribbon trim and a bespoke printed back. Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner too Only a very brave mouse makes nest in cat's ear. Personally we think our mouse is more in tune with Edith Sitwell The trouble with most Englishwomen is that they will dress as if they had been a mouse in a previous incarnation they do not want to attract attention. helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:43:56 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2875690 http://folksy.com/items/2875690 Hand printed blue mouse cushion Just when we think we won't be truly excited by a cushion design, one turns up that we really love. Hand printed on hessian in Wiltshire but inspired by Fair Isle, a tiny island in the north of Scotland, that forms part of the Shetland islands. Fair Isle knitting gained a considerable popularity when the Prince of Wales (later to become Edward VIII) started wearing fair isle knitted tank tops Ours feels quite Scandinavian, not surprising as Norse settlers used the tiny Isle as a stepping stone On a rustic hessian making it even more in keeping with fair isle knits , reversible with a charcoal blue band of fair isle motifs ,, the third in a range of designs this is a subtle sophisticated design that completely enhances our countryside range of cushions. Extras comes with a 24x 16 inner helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:54:43 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2875718 http://folksy.com/items/2875718 hand printed hessian blue grey fair isle inspired cushion hand printed in Wiltshire on a soft ribbed cotton A winning combination the union jack flag in muted reds and blues. With another iconic image a stag overlay. in a charcoal shadow inspired by Royal great Parks, the Highlands, Salisbury Plain, the Downs With a bespoke hand printed back. extras comes with a 24 x 16 inner helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:58:23 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2875814 http://folksy.com/items/2875814 Hand printed union jack flag cushion with stag overlay hand printed in Wiltshire. We are being unashamedly patriotic this year. A very British cushion reversible with mini jack back. In a deep red, blue on a taupe linen with fabric and ribbon trim. This cushion shouts out Hurrah for Great Britain Extras comes with a 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:26:22 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2875958 http://folksy.com/items/2875958 Appliqued red blue and white union jack cushion Micromys minutus - Harvest mouse, house mouse town mouse or country. It is very hard not to love this quiet little mouse cushion. We had to include the Mouse Family Hand printed in Wiltshire on a ribbed cotton in a soft muted Parma blue , with stitched illustrative detail ribbon trim and a bespoke printed back. Not too late to say 'twas the night before Christmas when all through the house not a creature was stirring - not even a mouse' Personally we think our mouse is more in tune with Edith Sitwell The trouble with most Englishwomen is that they will dress as if they had been a mouse in a previous incarnation they do not want to attract attention. Extras a 17 x 13 inner included and a mouse with cheese on the back ! helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:29:32 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2875942 http://folksy.com/items/2875942 Hand printed muted blue mouse family cushion This is a magestic rustic cushion based on a white stag. Thought to have led king Arthur and his knights to the Holy Grail and linked to the other world for man and Kingdoms. on a loomstate linen three grey stag images stand on a hessian ground. With a bespoke hand printed back stylish subtle this is simply lovely extras comes with a 24x16 inner helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:39:58 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2876006 http://folksy.com/items/2876006 Hand printed rustic charcoal stag cushion The Diamond Jubilee takes place in 2012, marking 60 years of The Queen’s reign. The Queen Elizabeth !! came to the throne on 6th February 1952 (her Coronation took place on 2nd June 1953). Hand printed in Wiltshire. We wanted to acknowledge our Monarch with a limited run of cushions ; as the Golden jubilee is a momentous event for our country. A stamp inspired cushion seemed so very appropriate with the year 2012 on either side.; as her Majesty's silhouette has graced our letters for 60 years. With a real archive feel, in sepia tones on hessian a fantastic printed back detail, awaiting to be numbered Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:44:34 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2876026 http://folksy.com/items/2876026 hand printed limited edition commemorative British diamond jubilee cushion Handprinted in Wiltshire , A postcard with love from London 2012 With echoes of previous Olympics in ribbed cotton on a vintage feel burgundy ground 1 of 100 covers made for London 2012. A postcard on a cushion; with a stamp, Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Olympic rings, the Queen and on the back a London bus waiting for your own number to be printed! With the latin motto - translation swifter, higher stronger reminding us of the ethos of the games; to improves one's own achievements rather than coming first. Extras comes with a 24x16 inner SEVERAL NUMBERS GONE ALREADY CONTACT US TO RESERVE YOUR BUS helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:46:54 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2876054 http://folksy.com/items/2876054 Limited edition burgundy London Olympic cushion This is a magestic rustic cushion based on a white stag. Thought to have led king Arthur and his knights to the Holy Grail and linked to the other world for man and Kingdoms. on a loomstate linen three grey stag images stand on a hessian ground. With a bespoke hand printed back stylish subtle this is simply lovely extras takes a 24x16 inner helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:51:19 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2876074 http://folksy.com/items/2876074 Hand printed olive rustic stag cushion Handprinted in Wiltshire , but with love from London This cushion feels like an archive piece, a sepia postcard in 2012. 1 of 100 covers made for London 2012. A postcard on a cushion; with a stamp, Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Olympic rings, the Queen and on the back a London bus waiting for your own number to be printed! With the latin motto - translation swifter, higher stronger reminding us of the ethos of the games; to improves one's own achievements rather than coming first. Extras takes a 24x16 inner SEVERAL NUMBERS GONE ALREADY CONTACT US TO RESERVE YOUR BUS helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:57:41 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2876086 http://folksy.com/items/2876086 limited edition greys handprinted Olympic postcard cushion MY favourite, handprinted, muted style union jack cushion. Lovely faded brown,dark duck egg flag printed on a luxury herringbone weave linen, with bespoke ribbon trim. Mungo, my dog and model priceless! comes with a 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:15:59 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2876158 http://folksy.com/items/2876158 Hand printed brown ivory and blue union jack flag cushion I will be the gladdest thing Under the sun! I will touch a hundred flowers And not pick one. Hand printed in Wiltshire. Returning to where it all started an allium , double printed in duck egg and naturals on russian linen and ribbed cotton completely reversible. We love it a truly subtle statement cushion extras comes with a 24 x 16 inner helkatdesign Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:21:08 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2876750 http://folksy.com/items/2876750 Hand printed duck egg allium cushion The Diamond Jubilee takes place in 2012, marking 60 years of The Queen’s reign. The Queen Elizabeth !! came to the throne on 6th February 1952 (her Coronation took place on 2nd June 1953). Hand printed in Wiltshire. We wanted to acknowledge our Monarch with a limited run of cushions ; as the Golden jubilee is a momentous event for our country. A take on royal blue a more muted ground with a stamp initial and crown turned over and a silhouette surrounded by the yorkshire rose emblem.. no need to fly a flag stick a stamp on your sofa instead! There is a real feel of vintage Wedgewood this cushion is awaiting to be numbered Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:06:22 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2915762 http://folksy.com/items/2915762 hand printed limited edition reversible Golden Jubilee stamp cushion Hand printed in Britain. We love the new 'sausage dog' range. Each one is stitched over to give an illustrative look and a character of their own! Yes, everyone is a little work of art. With hessian, linen and ribbon trim..and squiggly stitching imperfectly perfect! comes with a 17 x13 pad helkatdesign Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:25:58 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2919818 http://folksy.com/items/2919818 New red sausage dog cushion “If I can stop one Heart from breaking I shall not live in vain If I can ease one life the Aching Or cool one Pain Or help one fainting Robin Unto his Nest again I shall not live in Vain” .Hand printed on hessian with a hand painted chest on a soft brown hessian ground this is the King of our garden bird range. We are in love this Autumn with our robin extras a great hand printed back comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:29:54 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2919850 http://folksy.com/items/2919850 hand printed soft brown robin cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Our fox is on the move on a soft claret ground in hessian The Fantastic Mr Fox. Stitched or with just the finest detail (you choose) . A bespoke back and trim extras comes with a 24 x 16 helkatdesign Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:36:01 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2919878 http://folksy.com/items/2919878 Hand printed red fox cushion hand printed in Wiltshire. Going back to our roots hearts on a muted mulberry ground on a cotton linen which has an almost tweedy effect. With a double band ribbon trim simply sophisticated A cushion which fits in anywhere, natural perfect. wear your heart on your sleeve show your love this is a classic statement bespoke printed back comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:11:14 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2932574 http://folksy.com/items/2932574 hand printed triple mulberry heart cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. inspired by all our birds and day break ., a rustic cushion charcoal based blue hessian ground with a stitched wire a sight we all have seen, birds singing talking, tweeting, twittering , just being...lovely extras bespoke bird back detail and ribbon trim comes with a 17 x 13" inner helkatdesign Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:25:15 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2934426 http://folksy.com/items/2934426 new hand printed rustic blue birds on a wire cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. With our home in the country and dreaming of the sea, a very nautical cushion. Our anchor can mean more than the sea Amidst the confusion of the times, the conflicts of conscience, and the turmoil of daily living, an abiding faith becomes an anchor to our lives. On a rustic hessian in a muted grey blue ribbon trim .... A great printed bespoke back comes with a a 24 x 16 Neither should a ship rely on one small anchor, nor should life rest on a single hope. Epictetus helkatdesign Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:23:59 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2938074 http://folksy.com/items/2938074 hand printed rustic anchor cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire we taught the sausage dog to sit! With illustrative stitching a grey linen trim this is the perfect partner for our standing daschund With a printed back and ribbon trim, comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:24:32 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2938066 http://folksy.com/items/2938066 hand printed and stitched grey daschund cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. on a rustic hessian with a vintage feel. Jack is back for 2012 The DIamond Jubilee Year and we are hosting the Olympic . A face lift for our jacks was required a deeper shade of red with claret/raspberry tones which give this cushion an archive feel. A crown on the back with union jack ribbon trim; this cushion flies the flag for Britain i in this very special year Extras bespoke back ribbon trim takes a 20x 20" inner helkatdesign Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:47:35 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2938254 http://folksy.com/items/2938254 New handprinted rustic union flag cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired the countryside, mythology and folklore from Devon to Ireland to The Silk Road in China. The hare has been a symbol for many countries, cultures spanning the centuries Two leaping hares with illustrative stitching outlining the glorious boxing shapes. On a hessian rustic olive ground. Stretched on a 20" square frame The hare has leapt from the sofa on to the wall, each one individual helkatdesign Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:03:59 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2938302 http://folksy.com/items/2938302 han printed and stitched olive boxing hare canvas our new logo hare the second in a burgundy small cushion with our hare in the corner stitch detailing we are in love, quintessentially British ; a prince in the countryside.. another of Helkatdesign's new hares... Inspired by mythology and folklore. From Ireland, to Greece, travelling the Silk Road in China the hare is a mystical figure Hand printed on hessian an a natural ground..A bespoke back too Every one will be slightly different complete one offs... comes with a 17 x 13 inner urban or country your choice helkatdesign Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:17:11 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2949022 http://folksy.com/items/2949022 Limited edition new burgundy logo hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire with a real old fashioned feel of Country houses in the 30s. On a soft linen cotton ground muted grey blue birds with stitched detailing and hessian trim sit on a branch. Inspired by sparrows, swallows, starlings and finches we love our new design. Extras:The usual back detailing. and a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:41:18 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2961002 http://folksy.com/items/2961002 hand printed midnight blue linen bird on branch cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire This is a complete one off, each cushion an individual little portrait on a cushion. On a soft charcoal hessian ground our hound is brought to life with illustrative stitching applique hessian detail. A printed detail back with ribbon and fabric trimand a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:12:41 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2961146 http://folksy.com/items/2961146 New hand printed , appliqued and stitched hound cushion This is a magestic rustic cushion based on a white stag. Thought to have led king Arthur and his knights to the Holy Grail and linked to the other world for man and Kingdoms. This is the Monarch of the Glen on a muted berry l hessian ground giving a tweedy effect with with hessian trim ribbon detailing and on the other side two stags calling - you decide which way you want it extras comes with 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:03:45 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2961846 http://folksy.com/items/2961846 hand printed berry reversible stag cushion .Hand printed with illustrative stitching Our cushion so familiar an image of a dog pointing on a mink brown linen cotton ground brought to life with illustrative stitching. Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:56:42 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2968710 http://folksy.com/items/2968710 mink hand printed pointing dog cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire inspired by all 'pointing' breeds from setters pointer (German,Spanish Portugese) Weimaraner, Brittany Spaniels some dogs like to point, others to flush and some retrieve. helkatdesign Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:44:40 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2968726 http://folksy.com/items/2968726 hand printed charcoal elephant cushion we are in love, quintessentially British ; a prince in the countryside...Helkatdesign's new hare... Inspired by mythology and folklore. From Ireland, to Greece, travelling the Silk Road in China the hare is a mystical figure This cushion is a combination of us and is a very individual piece, a one off. A hand printed hare with double stitching rough hessian applique made with love , this is a piece of art on a cushion Extras a bespoke back with hare detailing has a 24 x 16 inner helkatdesign Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:27:15 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2972690 http://folksy.com/items/2972690 hand printed rustic hessian hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Loved by all on a rustic hessian this beautiful hedgehog family live in our gardens country and city, sleeping all winter, a prickly friend, mother and babies in brown hessian. Extras comes with a 24x16 inner bespoke printed back detail, look out for more... 'The fox has many tricks, the hedgehog has but one. But that is the best of all' Ralph Waldo Emmerson helkatdesign Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:39:35 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2972710 http://folksy.com/items/2972710 Hand printed brown hedgehog family cushion hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by doves, with peace on earth in mind, but with a look of love birds. This simple dove grey cushion in linen cotton with ivory birds sings of romance, but in a subtle way, show your love, a perfect gift ... bespoke back, extras comes with a 17 x 13 " inner helkatdesign Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:50:38 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2972786 http://folksy.com/items/2972786 hand printed greys bird cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Loved by all on a rustic hessian the first in a hedgehog series. In our gardens country and city, sleeping all winter, a prickly friend, mother and baby in natural hessian. With a 17 x 13 inner, bespoke printed back detail, look out for more... 'The fox has many tricks, the hedgehog has but one. But that is the best of all' Ralph Waldo Emmerson helkatdesign Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:15:21 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2972866 http://folksy.com/items/2972866 hand printed charcoal hedgehog cushion Ancestors to our pig known as wild boars. A brown mother , babies look out for our other grey bristly beasty cushions with male boar head back its a family affair1 On natural hessian hand printed in Wiltshire extras takes 24x16 pad helkatdesign Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:34:21 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2973274 http://folksy.com/items/2973274 New natural boar family cushion cover I will be the gladdest thing Under the sun! I will touch a hundred flowers And not pick one. Hand printed in Wiltshire. Returning to where it all started with an allium , bringing back our classic design, double printed in a chalk blue and ribbed cotton now completely reversible. This is a truly subtle statement. extras takes a 24 x 16 inner helkatdesign Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:44:37 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2973318 http://folksy.com/items/2973318 Hand printed chalk blue allium cushion cover Hand printed in Wiltshire. Twit twoo ...on a mulberry l hessian ground a reversible cushion with stitching on one side and a linen reverse on the other, our wise owl sits with heart feather detailing and a ribbon trim. Owl facts can hear a mouse at 60 feet - sshhh.... can turn their heads to look behind - be careful move through the night with silent flight feathers - how clever see perfectly well during the day, exceptionally well at night - watch out Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:24:39 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2973458 http://folksy.com/items/2973458 hand printed reversible rustic owl cushion hand printed in Wiltshire a rustic corinthian blue anchor and laurel cushion with a sailing boat back. Unashamedly nautical but with a lovely archive feel, our favourite corinthian blue ground on hessian. extras come with a 24 x 16 inner helkatdesign Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:52:18 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2973770 http://folksy.com/items/2973770 hand printed rustic blues laurel and anchor cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire, We maybe in the countryside but we dream of the sea. The Ancient Greeks and Romans believed the seahorse was an attribute of the sea god Neptune/Poseidon and as such, the seahorse was considered a symbol of strength and power. Chinese cultures believed that the seahorse was a type of sea dragon, and as such they were revered for their power and thought to be symbols of good luck. Sailors have long viewed the seahorse as a good luck charm too. helkatdesign Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:39:17 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2999270 http://folksy.com/items/2999270 Pale, muted blue sea horse cushion. Hand printed in Wiltshire another fish on a striped woven linen cotton, which reminds us of sails on boats. A muted blue ground with a large abstract fish. Lying on a bench in the kitchen on a chair in a house by the sea, you choose; with nautical influences stitched detailing and bespoke trim this is a piece of art on a cushion. 'Chance is always powerful let your hook always be cast in the pool, where you least expect it there will be fish' Ovid takes a 24 x 16 inner fisn detail on back 'fishing is a discipline in the equality of men for all men are equal before fish' Herbert Hoover helkatdesign Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:51:23 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2999330 http://folksy.com/items/2999330 hand printed blues abstract cotton fish cushion cover Just like penguins, love birds, whales, and dolphins the sea horse mates for life........ The Ancient Greeks and Romans believed the seahorse was an attribute of the sea god Neptune/Poseidon and as such, the seahorse was considered a symbol of strength and power. Chinese cultures believed that the seahorse was a type of sea dragon, and as such they were revered for their power and thought to be symbols of good luck. Sailors have long viewed the seahorse as a good luck charm too. helkatdesign Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:05:18 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/2999450 http://folksy.com/items/2999450 Blue kissing sea horse cushion hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by the North and Scotland complete one offs ,unique pieces of art on a cushion. With stitching bringing this beastie to life a tribute to the Highland cow. Multiple layers of random stitching on hessian, subdued charcoal ground a fabulous bespoke back... Hip hip hooray for the Highland cow. Extras comes with a 24x16 inner helkatdesign Mon, 20 Feb 2012 13:56:46 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3011874 http://folksy.com/items/3011874 New larger highland cow cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. We do love hares This cushion continues the story of our boxing hares . Inspired the countryside, mythology and folklore from Devon to Ireland to The Silk Road in China. The hare has been a symbol for many cultures. Two hares boxing with extra stitching outlining the glorious boxing shapes. On a hessian rustic brown ground. A generous 20 square with lovely bespoke detailing on the back.Fantastic comes with a feather 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Thu, 23 Feb 2012 18:19:46 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3025954 http://folksy.com/items/3025954 hand printed new rustic boxing hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire, on a duck egg linen/cotton ground with illustrative stitched detail. Our wading birds are in flight. Extras comes with a 17x13 inner. "Which is the swan, and which is the crane? It is only by his glance of grace. Whoever is pleasing to him, O Nanak , is transformed from crow into a swan" helkatdesign Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:12:25 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3042018 http://folksy.com/items/3042018 duck egg crane bird cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. on a linen cotton ground. Jack is back for 2012 The DIamond Jubilee Year and we are hosting the Olympic . A face lift for our jacks was required a deeper shade of burgundy tones which give this cushion an archive old school tie feel. A crown on the back with union jack ribbon trim; this cushion flies the flag for Britain i in this very special year Extras bespoke back ribbon trim. takes a 24 x16" inner helkatdesign Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:20:11 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3042130 http://folksy.com/items/3042130 Hand printed New heritage union jack cushion cover. hand printed in Wiltshire. inspired by the sea, a subtle boat cushion which has a relaxed retro look. printed on cotton and with a muted deep blue ground. In the city in the country by the sea this cushion lets our imagination set sail, there is a sailor in us all extras hand printed back takes a 20 x 20 inner "at last the anchor was up , the sails were set and off we glided. It was a sharp cold Christmas and as the short Northern day merged into night, we found ourselves almost broad upon the wintry ocean, whose freezing spray cased us in ice' helkatdesign Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:25:14 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3042138 http://folksy.com/items/3042138 hand printed abstract blues boat cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire, We maybe in the countryside but we dream of the sea. The Ancient Greeks and Romans believed the seahorse was an attribute of the sea god Neptune/Poseidon and as such, the seahorse was considered a symbol of strength and power. Chinese cultures believed that the seahorse was a type of sea dragon, and as such they were revered for their power and thought to be symbols of good luck. Sailors have long viewed the seahorse as a good luck charm too. helkatdesign Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:35:22 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3042190 http://folksy.com/items/3042190 Pale, duck egg sea horse cushion. Hand printed in Wiltshire, on a old gold linen/cotton ground with illustrative stitched detail. Our wading birds are in flight. Extras comes with a 17x13 inner. helkatdesign Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:54:18 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3042294 http://folksy.com/items/3042294 Old gold crane bird cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Part of our limited print range for 2012. With an archive feel a coat of arms, dated with Queen Elizabeths years of reign, a diamond surrounded by a laurel wreath on a soft brown hessian ground, with a sepia feel to it. This cushion feels like an heirloom already. A royal silhouette and wreath detail on the back . helkatdesign Sat, 17 Mar 2012 22:25:09 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3121366 http://folksy.com/items/3121366 hand printed limited edition Jubilee coat of arms cushion We love the Scottie dog a double print in charcoal on a muted grey ground with illustrative stitching, giving an almost appliqued feel to the design and a ribbon collar. A negative reverse dog on the back. extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Sun, 25 Mar 2012 20:32:30 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3147954 http://folksy.com/items/3147954 hand printed charcoal scottie dog cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our rural countryside, our heritage and of course Mr Dahl's famous book. This is fantastic Mr Fox. part of our Autumn range printed on a rustic hessian in a soft gold ochre with stitched detaling and a bespoke ribbon back. Extras comes with a 24x16 inner helkatdesign Thu, 29 Mar 2012 15:50:37 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3159042 http://folksy.com/items/3159042 hand printed natural hessian rustic fox cushion At Helkatdesign we are in love with olives, so sophisticated a shade that can compliment a farmhouse, a cottage , a town house an , apartment....any space you call home This is a pale blue linen cotton ground with birds with taupey brown detailing ,with hessian trim pearl button eyes. A printed bird detail on the back, lovely helkatdesign Thu, 29 Mar 2012 16:29:11 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3159170 http://folksy.com/items/3159170 hand printed classic bird cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. The Scottish Terrier (also known as the Aberdeen Terrier) The First Earl of Dumbarton nicknamed the breed "the diehard." The modern breed is said to be able to trace its lineage back to a single female, named Splinter II. We love the Scottie dog printed on a deep grey ground with illustrative stitching, giving an almost appliqued feel to the design. extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:27:30 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3161522 http://folksy.com/items/3161522 hand printed scottie dog cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. We wanted to acknowledge our Monarch with a limited run of cushions ; as the Diamond jubilee is a momentous event for our country. A take on a more muted ground with a silhouette surrounded by the yorkshire rose emblem. ! a back of a head surrounded by a wreath There is a real feel of an archive, vintage piece with hints of sepia photos Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 30 Mar 2012 13:40:44 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3161574 http://folksy.com/items/3161574 handprinted sepia commemorative Diamond jubilee cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire on hessian. We wanted to acknowledge our Monarch with a limited run of cushions ; as the Golden jubilee is a momentous event for our country. A take on royal blue a more muted ground with a stamp initial and crown turned over and a silhouette surrounded by the yorkshire rose emblem.. no need to fly a flag stick a stamp on your sofa instead! There is a real archive feel to this cushion Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Tue, 03 Apr 2012 09:57:50 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3173638 http://folksy.com/items/3173638 hand printed limited edition commemorative Jubilee stamp cushion Our queen is surrounded by a laurel leaf wreath.which has many meanings honour, distinction , fame; she needs none of these but the wreath encapsulates her completely. extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:06:07 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3173682 http://folksy.com/items/3173682 Hand printed limited edition jubilee laurel wreath and head cushion hand printed inWiltshire We may be on Salisbury plain and see only small deer, but we dream of The Monarch of the Glen. a deep charcoal stag on a loom state grey linen ground stands on the edge of a hessian hillside extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:34:18 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3177998 http://folksy.com/items/3177998 hand printed silhouette stag cushion Handprinted in Wiltshire. We have updated our partridge family. Inspired by the 70's, a love for the British countryside , but with a scandinavian retro twist...Simple and sophisticated A large ivory partridge and her five chicks..on a cotton twill chalky grey cushion Fabric, ribbon trim, linen back with printed detail Extras 17 x 13 inner included helkatdesign Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:41:35 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3178038 http://folksy.com/items/3178038 new hand printed greys partridge family cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. We've updated our flag cushion cover for the jubilee; a deeper red and blue with a real heritage feel. . A tribute to the Southern Hemisphere. On a soft ribbed cotton mix great muted colours our new back ...as good as the front.....a map of Australia with kangaroos taking off ...who need sat nav ! extras includes a 16 x 24" inner helkatdesign Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:47:49 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3178078 http://folksy.com/items/3178078 hand printed new 2012 Australian flag cushion hand printed in Wiltshire. When east meets west. inspired by the Welsh flag , The far East, with a hint of the Northern skies, heraldry and mythology this dragon needs to be tamed on your sofa. On a muted grey ribbed cotton ground with a single ribbon trim , turn over and the dragon surprises extras includes a 24 x 16 inner helkatdesign Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:06:07 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3178154 http://folksy.com/items/3178154 hand printed muted greys dragon cushion Two leaping hares with extra stitching outlining the glorious boxing shapes. On a soft hessian heathery brown ground with illustrative stitch detail. A more sophisticated urban cushion , with a classic country twist. A generous 20" square cushion with lovely bespoke detailing on the back.Fantastic Extras includes a 20" x 20" inner helkatdesign Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:17:28 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3178198 http://folksy.com/items/3178198 hand printed boxing heather brown hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. This cushion inspired by the white chalk horses embedded in hillsides across the South West of England. . Printed on a soft cotton twill in a subdued mossy green with an ivory horse and printed back detail This has a simple Skandinavian feel with a great symbol of the English countryside Extras 17" x 13" pad too helkatdesign Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:43:01 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3178310 http://folksy.com/items/3178310 hand printed white chalk horse cushion Blow a bugle our beagle has joined the pack. Hand printed in Wiltshire on a deep old gold cotton ground. With hessian trim and a bonus beagle on the back With hand brushed deep charcoal and tan markings; illustrative stitching; this small dog is a work of art. on a cushion extras includes a 17 x 13 inner we love our beagley cushion helkatdesign Wed, 04 Apr 2012 20:56:17 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3179234 http://folksy.com/items/3179234 handprinted beagle hound cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. On a ribbed cotton claret ground with a single ribbon trim , turn over and the dragon surprises comes with a 24 x 16 inner 'Challenge the dragon with a gift in it's mouth Tame the dragon and the gift is yours' Noela Evans helkatdesign Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:48:42 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3181382 http://folksy.com/items/3181382 Hand printed red reversible dragon cushion English naval ensigns were first used during the 16th century,The White Ensign or St George's Ensign is an ensign flown on British Royal Navy ships and shore establishments. It consists of a red St George's Cross on a white field with the Union Flag in the upper canton. The White Ensign is also flown by the Royal Yacht Squadron and ships escorting the Queen. In this Jubilee year we relaunch our ensign. Hand printed in Wiltshire in classic colours maroon, a subdued navy on a ivory linen cotton ground. The result a modern print with an archive feel.On the back a printed tribute to tall sailing ships of the past. extras takes a 16 x 24 inner helkatdesign Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:52:33 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3219766 http://folksy.com/items/3219766 hand printed St George naval ensign flag cushion cover Hand printed in Wiltshire, go nuts for this cushion! a homage to this rare beasty. On a grey cotton linen ground a red squirrel one side bright and bushy tailed and the other browner with illustrative stitching you choose. Comes with a 17 x 13 inner Squirrel Nutkin, his brother Twinkleberry, and their many cousins sail to Owl Island on little rafts they have constructed of twigs. They offer resident owl Old Brown a gift and ask his permission to do their nut-collecting on his island. Nutkin however dances about impertinently singing a silly riddle. Old Brown pays no attention to Nutkin, but permits the squirrels to go about their work. Every day for six days, the squirrels offer gifts to Old Brown, and every day as well, Nutkin taunts the owl with another sing-song riddle. Eventually, Nutkin annoys Old Brown once too often. The owl seizes Nutkin and tries to skin him alive. Nutkin escapes, but not without losing most of his tail....ours is still intact! helkatdesign Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:04:21 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3219858 http://folksy.com/items/3219858 hand printed and stitched reversible squirrel cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire our new hare cushion on a charcoal grey hessian ground. The myth of the Moon gazing hare reflects ancient beliefs, was especially important to early Britons. In nature hares can be seen and in ancient times, often seen in this "moon gazing" pose. Chinese moon gazing hares were thought of as gazing up at what he sees as his ancient ancestor in the moon. Comes with a 17x13 inner. helkatdesign Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:31:10 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3220038 http://folksy.com/items/3220038 Hand printed new moon gazing hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire.....Run like a whippet hunt like a grey hound ...we are in love with our greyhound. On a raspberry red linen cotton ground with fabulous bespoke back comes with a 17 x 13 inner “I see you stand like greyhounds in the slips, Straining upon the start. The game's afoot: Follow your spirit; and upon this charge Cry "God for Harry! England and Saint George!" helkatdesign Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:59:33 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3220402 http://folksy.com/items/3220402 Hand printed raspberry red standing hound cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Part of our limited print run range for 2012. With an archive feel a coat of arms, dated with Queen Elizabeths years of reign, a diamond surrounded by a laurel wreath on a muted blue hessian ground. This cushion feel like an heirloom already. A stamp detail on the back waiting for your number to be printed If you dont want to fly the flag show your national pride with this subtle statement cushion extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Thu, 19 Apr 2012 20:50:18 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3232258 http://folksy.com/items/3232258 Hand printed limited edition jubilee coat of arms cushion hand printed black bird. Inspired by the Wiltshire country side, and british garden birds. “A slender young blackbird built in a thorn-tree: A spruce little fellow as ever could be; His bill was so yellow, his feathers so black, So long was his tail, and so glossy his back, That good Mrs. B., who sat hatching her eggs, And only just left them to stretch her poor legs, And pick for a minute the worm she preferred, Thought there never was seen such a beautiful bird.” with a 17 x 13 inner too go on treat yourself helkatdesign Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:28:19 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3234170 http://folksy.com/items/3234170 hand printed black bird cushion Hand printed on a grey ribbed cotton ground. We are in love with our little westie range. With a hint of Snowy from tin tin and in two illustrative stitch finishes, in a variety of collars and colours with a great bespoke back. Extras comes with a 17x13 inner. helkatdesign Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:40:53 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3243726 http://folksy.com/items/3243726 Hand printed west highland terrier cushion hand printed in Wiltshire. Marsh Daisy, Norfolk grey, Scots Dumpy, Iowa Blue New Hampshire, Jersey Giant.....World wide hens are loved,. Inspired by childhood books ..Heny penny...free range friends...here is Helkat's tribute A rustic linen hen cushion cover in a soft brown on a woven cotton linen with illustrative stitching printed detailing on the back extras takes a20 x 20 " pad helkatdesign Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:13:06 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3243886 http://folksy.com/items/3243886 hand printed stitched brown hessian hen cushion Handprinted in Britain. It had to be; muted royal blue hessian union jack flag embellished with a tribute to our friends in the North, with a subtle scandi/scottish feel. Traditional Helkat muted blue union jack flag cushion with a thistle overlay. Embrace your heritage, show your Scottish roots Soft dark royal blue stripes on a linen cotton marled mix with hand printed detailing on the back 17" x 13" inner included helkatdesign Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:23:12 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3243930 http://folksy.com/items/3243930 handprinted muted royal blue hessian union jack flag cushion with thistle overla hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by the North and Scotland complete one offs ,unique pieces of art on a cushion. With stitching and a hessian coat bringing this beastie to life, a tribute to the Highland cow. Multiple layers of random stitching on hessian or linen cotton, subdued charcoal ground a fabulous bespoke back includes a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Thu, 26 Apr 2012 14:36:08 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3254986 http://folksy.com/items/3254986 hand printed and appliqued shaggy highland cow cushion 'Equestrian art is the perfect understanding and harmony between horse and rider' Hand printed in Wiltshire on a mink brown cotton linen ground with illustrative stitching, giving the look of a plaited mane. With horse and rider leaping across the back inspired by eventing and great British equestrian competition. 'Riding a horse is not a gentle hobby, to be picked up and laid down like a game of Solitaire. It is a grand passion.' Ralph Waldo Emmerson includes a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:47:51 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3268386 http://folksy.com/items/3268386 Handprinted dressage horse and rider cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire and counting the days to the Diamond jubilee and Olympics we have incorporated a union jack with a silhouette of Elizabeth surrounded by a wreath. This cushion is very patriotic, using heritage colours and finishing off with a crown on the back. Regal, patriotic, proud to be British extras includes a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:58:12 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3268414 http://folksy.com/items/3268414 handprinted union jack flag cushion with royal silhouette inlay Hand printed in Wiltshire, on a robins egg blue linen/cotton ground with illustrative stitched detail. Our wading birds are in flight. Extras comes with a 17x13 inner. "Which is the swan, and which is the crane? It is only by his glance of grace. Whoever is pleasing to him, O Nanak , is transformed from crow into a swan" helkatdesign Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:10:36 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3269342 http://folksy.com/items/3269342 ROBINS EGG BLUE CRANE BIRD CUSHION Handprinted in Wiltshire. A very subtle union jack flag cushion with dove grey and soft blue grey stripes with a crown overlay on a hessian front with a dark taupe and herringbone tweed backing. This is rustic and city combined 17" x 13" pad helkatdesign Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:17:47 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3269374 http://folksy.com/items/3269374 handprinted on hessian union jack crown cushion in grey blue hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by the southern hemisphere. A celebration of New Zealand : think All Blacks, the scenery of lord of the rings, the sea , the mountains and finally the Kiwi! On a slubbed linen a smokeu charcoal bird with double stitching bespoke back fly your flag, celebrate your root or just love our bird with a 17 x 13 inner too go on treat yourself Muhammed Ali 'I dont look like a kiwi bird' - splendid helkatdesign Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:34:22 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3269430 http://folksy.com/items/3269430 hand printed kiwi cushion If you remember a song which went with a series of my childhood...Whitehorses..look it up on YouTube... Handprinted in Wiltshire, inspired by the chalk 'White Horses' embellishing the hillsides of Salisbury Plain and the South Downs. Two rearing horses in ivory, with the palest of grey background.Enjoy! The extras- 17" x 13" pad included helkatdesign Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:41:10 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3269470 http://folksy.com/items/3269470 Handprinted horses cushion in pale grey and ivory...... Hand printed in Wiltshire. This cushion has a real vintage feel about it. The hessian really brings an archive look to this traditional image. Muted red and blue stripes with a lion crown and crossed swords a celebration of everything that encompasses a True Brit! A few extras 17" x 13 " pad too helkatdesign Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:47:57 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3269522 http://folksy.com/items/3269522 hand printed rustic union jack cushion with British army ensign overlay we are in love, quintessentially British ; a prince in the countryside...Helkatdesign's new hare... Inspired by mythology and folklore. From Ireland, to Greece, travelling the Silk Road in China the hare is a mystical figure This cushion is a combination of us and is a very individual piece, a one off. A hand printed hare with double stitching rough hessian applique made with love on a olive hessian ground , this is a piece of art on a cushion Extras a bespoke back with hare detailing each one will be unique...just like nature extras takes a 24 x 16 inner helkatdesign Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:01:46 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3269562 http://folksy.com/items/3269562 handprinted rustic hessian hare cushion with applique detailing At Helkatdesign we are in love with olives, so sophisticated a shade that can compliment a farmhouse, a cottage , a town house an , apartment....any space you call home Handprinted in Wiltshire. inspired by a childhood memory of a sanderson linen fabric print on my grandmothers sofa. This is a with robins egg blue and ivory birds and taupey brown detailing,with hessian trim pearl button eyes. A printed bird detail on the back, lovely The extra facts: includes17" x 13" inner helkatdesign Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:14:13 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3269598 http://folksy.com/items/3269598 Hand printed classic bird cushion robins egg blue. Hand printed in Wiltshire with a real old fashioned feel of Country houses in the 30s. On a soft deep blue linen cotton ivory birds with stitched detailing and hessian trim sitting on a branch. Inspired by sparrows, swallows, starlings and finches we love our new design. Extras:The usual back detailing. and a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Mon, 30 Apr 2012 19:34:30 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3270766 http://folksy.com/items/3270766 Hand printed midnight blues bird on a branch cushion A pony is a childhood dream, A horse is an adulthood treasure. Rebecca Carroll Hand printed in Wiltshire on a mink brown cotton linen ground . An elegant horse trots acros the cushion with stitched reins. Inspired by eventing and great British equestrian competition. To ride a horse is to ride the sky...... includes a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Wed, 02 May 2012 18:18:25 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3277570 http://folksy.com/items/3277570 hand printed mink trotting horse cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our northern skies, centuries of folklore, from Ireland to China, the Middle East to the Arctic to the Salisbury Plain. The hare speaks to us all These are subtle covers with a ghostly image of a leaping hare on a cotton linen muted blue ground with illustrative detailing, ribbon trim a bespoke back extras includes a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Wed, 02 May 2012 18:21:05 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3277870 http://folksy.com/items/3277870 hand printed muted blue stitched leaping hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. We do love hares Another version of our boxing hares . Inspired the countryside, mythology and folklore from Devon to Ireland to The Silk Road in China. The hare has been a symbol for many cultures. Two leaping hares with extra stitching outlining the glorious boxing shapes. On a soft hessian olive ground. A more sophisticated urban cushion , with a classic country twist. A generous 20 square cushion with lovely bespoke detailing on the back.Fantastic Extras comes with a 20 x 20 inner helkatdesign Wed, 02 May 2012 18:24:17 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3277878 http://folksy.com/items/3277878 hand printed pair of olive boxing hare cushions Hand printed in Wiltshire. To welcome in the warmer weather; a little wren on a muted gold cotton linen ground. Illustrative stitching bringing our bird to life and a bespoke printed back. Includes a 17 x 13 inner He who shall hurt the little wren Shall never be beloved by men. helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 12:27:43 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3284582 http://folksy.com/items/3284582 hand printed little gold wren cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our rural countryside, our heritage and of course Mr Dahl's famous book. This is fantastic Mr Fox, i printed on a rustic hessian in a olive green ground at home in the country with illustrative stitched detaling and a bespoke printed ribbon trim back. Extras includes a 24x16" inner we never knew a fox can climb trees... helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 12:37:00 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3284618 http://folksy.com/items/3284618 hand printed olive country fox cushion A pony is a childhood dream, A horse is an adulthood treasure. Rebecca Carroll Hand printed in Wiltshire on a lichen green cotton linen ground . An elegant horse trots acros the cushion with stitched reins. Inspired by eventing and great British equestrian competition. To ride a horse is to ride the sky...... includes a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 12:50:46 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3284694 http://folksy.com/items/3284694 hand printed lichen green trotting horse cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our rural countryside, our heritage and of course Mr Dahl's famous book. This is fantastic Mr Fox. part of our countryside range printed on a rustic hessian with stitched detaling and a bespoke ribbon back. An urban charcoal grey on a natural hessian ground with hessian trim,. A great printed back ; a city slicker for his rural friend.. a little extra fact - foxes like playing football.... helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 13:01:48 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3284734 http://folksy.com/items/3284734 hand printed town fox cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our countryside, mystical hares remain a constant favourite. a triptyque of hares with stitch detailing on a charcoal grey hessian ground. A fantastic back detail. extras takes a 24 x16 inner helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 13:23:40 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3284842 http://folksy.com/items/3284842 hand printed charcoal triptyque hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire.... This is a magestic rustic cushion based on a white stag. Thought to have led king Arthur and his knights to the Holy Grail and linked to the other world for man and Kingdoms. This is the Monarch of the Glen on a muted old gold linen ground with ribbon detailing and on the other side two stags calling - you decide which way you want it extras takes a 17x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 13:42:29 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3284922 http://folksy.com/items/3284922 hand printed soft gold stag cushion we are in love, quintessentially British ; a prince in the countryside.. another of Helkatdesign's new hares... Inspired by mythology and folklore. From Ireland, to Greece, travelling the Silk Road in China the hare is a mystical figure Hand printed on cotton an olive ground , brought to life with double stitching; this hare leaps across the cushion. A bespoke back too Every one will be slightly different complete one offs... Takes a 24 x 16 inner helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 13:53:18 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3284954 http://folksy.com/items/3284954 hand printed olive leaping hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. We do love hares Another version of our boxing hares . Inspired the countryside, mythology and folklore from Devon to Ireland to The Silk Road in China. The hare has been a symbol for many cultures. Two leaping hares with extra stitching outlining the glorious boxing shapes. On a soft hessian olive green ground. A more sophisticated urban cushion , with a classic country twist. A generous 20" square cushion with lovely bespoke detailing on the back.Fantastic Extras takes a 20" x 20" inner helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 14:02:49 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3284982 http://folksy.com/items/3284982 hand printed olive rustic hare cushion 'Equestrian art is the perfect understanding and harmony between horse and rider' Hand printed in Wiltshire on a tan brown cotton linen ground with illustrative stitching, giving the look of a plaited mane. With horse and rider leaping across the back inspired by eventing and great British equestrian competition. 'Riding a horse is not a gentle hobby, to be picked up and laid down like a game of Solitaire. It is a grand passion.' Ralph Waldo Emmerson includes a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 14:11:37 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3285014 http://folksy.com/items/3285014 Handprinted dressage horse and rider cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our northern skies, centuries of folklore, from Ireland to China, the Middle East to the Arctic to the Salisbury Plain. The hare speaks to us all These are subtle covers with a ghostly image of a leaping hare on a cotton linen on old gold ground with illustrative stitched detailing, ribbon trim a bespoke back extras includes a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 14:25:01 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3285066 http://folksy.com/items/3285066 hand printed old gold leaping hare cushion The Diamond Jubilee takes place in 2012, marking 60 years of The Queen’s reign. The Queen Elizabeth !! came to the throne on 6th February 1952 (her Coronation took place on 2nd June 1953). Hand printed in Wiltshire. We wanted to acknowledge our Monarch with a limited run of cushions ; as the Diamond jubilee is a momentous event for our country. A take on royal blue a more muted ground with a silhouette surrounded by the yorkshire rose emblem.. the back or front ! With the initial E a royal crown surrounded by roses There is a real feel of vintage Wedgewood this cushion is awaiting to be numbered Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 14:45:07 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3285138 http://folksy.com/items/3285138 handprinted muted blue commemorative reversible Diamond jubilee cushion Hand printed in Britain. A nautical inspired cushion. With crossed oars and an anchor overlay this cushion has a sea faring crest. Muted duck egg on a ivory cotton linen . A casual cushion with a Naval college twist. The extras takes a 16" x 24" pad helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 14:51:43 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3285166 http://folksy.com/items/3285166 Hand printed oars and anchor cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our countryside, mystical hares remain a constant favourite. a triptyque of hares with stitch detailing on an olive hessian ground. A fantastic back detail. extras includes a 24 x16 inner helkatdesign Fri, 04 May 2012 14:59:42 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3285206 http://folksy.com/items/3285206 hand printed olive triptyque hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire sausage, daxie weiner ..... The daschund sits, stands, with illustrative stitching bringing this pair to life on a muted mink brown ground, with printed back detail A few extras includes a 17" x 13" inner too helkatdesign Mon, 07 May 2012 19:30:20 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3297854 http://folksy.com/items/3297854 hand printed daschund pair cushion Hand printed in wiltshire. Not three French Hens, but 3 pheasants running....On a sage green hessian with hessian trim. This cushion sings of our countryside. With a distinctly British feel, a tweedy look and with our usual twist. Extras bespoke printed back and trim... includes a 24 x 16 " helkatdesign Mon, 07 May 2012 20:33:44 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3298162 http://folksy.com/items/3298162 hand printed triple olive pheasant cushion Ancestors to our pig known as wild boars. A brown mother a babies look out for our other grey bristly beasty cushions with boar head back its a family affair. On a natural hessian back extras comes with a 24x16 inner helkatdesign Mon, 07 May 2012 20:46:07 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3298318 http://folksy.com/items/3298318 New natural boar family cushion We are in love with our wading birds, so we created a wading bird pair which we are now in love with too. Hand printed on a muted blue linen cotton with stitch detail... a perfect pair. extras comes with a 17x13 inner. helkatdesign Mon, 07 May 2012 20:48:34 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3298330 http://folksy.com/items/3298330 Hand printed muted blue wading bird pair cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by our countryside, mystical hares remain a constant favourite. a triptyque of hares with stitch detailing on a burgundy hessian ground. A fantastic back detail. extras comes with a 24 x16 inner helkatdesign Mon, 07 May 2012 20:51:29 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3298346 http://folksy.com/items/3298346 Hand printed burgundy triple hares cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. a little stitched wren disguised as a little blue bird . Our bird on a blue ground with illustrative stitching on a linen cotton ground. Includes a 17 x 13 inner The bluebird carries the sky on his back. helkatdesign Fri, 11 May 2012 13:07:29 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3311998 http://folksy.com/items/3311998 hand printed little blue wren cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire, a union jack flag cushion which feels like an archive piece. Restrained and subdued, this cushion would feel at home on a leather chair a linen sofa... A deep muted tan and faded blue stripes give an elegant look to our big bold jack. With a crown print back. this cushion is a subtle statement Sometimes the jack does not have to tryt oo hard takes a 20 x 20" inner helkatdesign Fri, 11 May 2012 13:23:26 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3312026 http://folksy.com/items/3312026 handprinted rustic browns hessian union jack flag cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. In every flock there is a black sheep. Inspired by this... .Drysdale , Swaledale, Scottish Black face, Welsh Mountain, Herdwick Royal White. Helkat's sheep is here printed on hessian with illustrative stitched detail linen and ribbon trim, simple and sophisticated Created by our youngest designer Lydia; thank you Comes with a 17 x 13 inner Baa Ram Ewe... helkatdesign Fri, 11 May 2012 13:34:02 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3312106 http://folksy.com/items/3312106 Hand printed linen charcoal sheep cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Twit twoo ...on a charcoal linen cotton ground a reversible cushion, with a negative bird on one side giving a real scandinavian feel to this cushion our wise owl sits with heart feather detailing and a ribbon trim. Owl facts can hear a mouse at 60 feet - sshhh.... can turn their heads to look behind - be careful move through the night with silent flight feathers - how clever see perfectly well during the day, exceptionally well at night - watch out Extras includes a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 11 May 2012 13:38:47 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3312114 http://folksy.com/items/3312114 hand printed soft reversible charcoal owl cushion Please meet our new retro style wren...... Part of a new range of tiny garden birds, Our wren is a little bit more retro in style but with rustic edge , hand printed on a soft brown hessian ground with a bespoke printed back detail extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner He who shall hurt the little wren / Shall never be beloved by men.” helkatdesign Fri, 11 May 2012 13:40:01 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3312122 http://folksy.com/items/3312122 Hand printed new Retro stiched wren cushion Our little logo hare ....... ready to run Inspired by mythology and folklore. From Ireland, to Greece, travelling the Silk Road in China the hare is a mystical figure Hand printed on linen cotton on a grey muted ground. Stitch details and a bespoke back too Every one a little different complete one offs... includes a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 11 May 2012 13:48:39 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3312178 http://folksy.com/items/3312178 Handprinted greys logo hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Not two turtle does...nor a couple of love birds; a pair of pheasants. Quintessentially English, with a Skandinavian feel, a Helkatdesign classic. In a chalky muted blue two ivory pheasants...perfect extras takes a 24 x 16" pad Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns. George Eliot helkatdesign Fri, 11 May 2012 14:01:20 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3312242 http://folksy.com/items/3312242 hand printed muted blue kissing pheasant cushion our new logo hare in olive a small cushion with our hare in the corner stitch detailing we are in love, quintessentially British ; a prince in the countryside.. another of Helkatdesign's new hares... Inspired by mythology and folklore. From Ireland, to Greece, travelling the Silk Road in China the hare is a mystical figure Hand printed on hessian an a natural ground..A bespoke back too Every one will be slightly different complete one offs... comes with a 17 x 13 inner urban or country your choice helkatdesign Fri, 11 May 2012 14:27:54 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3312330 http://folksy.com/items/3312330 hand printed and stitched little olive leaping logo hare cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. We do love hares Another version of our boxing hares . Inspired the countryside, mythology and folklore from Devon to Ireland to The Silk Road in China. The hare has been a symbol for many cultures. Two mystical hares with extra illustrative stitching outlining bringing the glorious boxing shapes to life . On a soft hessian olive ground, with a classic country twist. A generous 20" square cushion with lovely bespoke print detailing on the back.Fantastic Extras takes a 20" x 20" inner helkatdesign Fri, 11 May 2012 14:42:14 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3312426 http://folksy.com/items/3312426 hand printed olive rustic boxing hare cushion he Diamond Jubilee takes place in 2012, marking 60 years of The Queen’s reign. The Queen Elizabeth !! came to the throne on 6th February 1952 (her Coronation took place on 2nd June 1953). Hand printed in Wiltshire. We wanted to acknowledge our Monarch with a limited run of cushions ; as the Diamond jubilee is a momentous event for our country. A stamp inspired cushion seemed so very appropriate; as her Majesty's silhouette has graced our letters for 60 years. With a real archive feel, in sepia tones on hessian a fantastic printed back detail of a royal silhouette n a wreath with an E and crown, Extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner helkatdesign Fri, 11 May 2012 14:53:15 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3312482 http://folksy.com/items/3312482 hand printed limited edition commemorative British diamond jubilee cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by Uggie (scene stealer in The Artist) and other cheeky terriers; ) a jack russell on cotton linen,a subtle tribute in greys and tan With illustrative stitching and hand painted markings standing on the front and giving a paw on the back. Our pack of hounds are growing..... extras comes with a 17 x 13 inner Histories are more full of examples of the fidelity of dogs than of friends." -Alexander Pope helkatdesign Fri, 11 May 2012 18:09:08 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3312498 http://folksy.com/items/3312498 hand printed greys jack russell cushion Hand printed in Wiltshire. Inspired by a very traditional British book...Wind in the Willows, no ratty, toad or mole. Helkat's weasel is not such a villain more of an inquisitive rascal . On a muted olive hessian with illustrative stitching.. the 'inhabitant of the wild wood'.we love the name , we love the weasel. extras 17 x 13 inner too helkatdesign Sun, 13 May 2012 20:43:32 +0000 http://folksy.com/items/3321054 http://folksy.com/items/3321054 hand printed rustic hessian olive weasel cushion cushion