Description
This is the Acorn Tonal cushion, a 50 x 50cm square worked in a textured jacquard cloth. The face carries a mirrored pattern of acorn branches, drawn from an 1879 design that originated with Morris & Co.'s hand-printing blocks. Rather than a printed picture sitting on top of the fabric, the pattern here is woven in: the sage green ground and the paler, lighter tones of the leaves and acorns are formed by the weave itself, which is why the design has that raised, slightly ridged texture you can feel as well as see. It is made from 100% polyester, and the cover is finished all the way round with a soft twisted rope trim.
A 50 x 50cm cushion is the standard square that most sofas and armchairs are built around, so this drops straight onto a settee, an occasional chair or the head of a bed without looking under or oversized. The soft sage tone reads as a gentle, leafy green that sits happily against natural woods, cream and off-white upholstery and other muted greens, which makes it an easy choice for a living room or a bedroom leaning toward a country or period feel. Because the pattern is tonal rather than high contrast, it adds texture and interest without shouting over whatever else is in the room.
The cover is double-sided, so the acorn design runs across both faces and you can turn it over without losing the pattern. A zip closure along one edge lets you take the cover off when you need to. The rope trim frames the whole cushion and gives the edges a defined, finished line. As polyester, the cloth is hard-wearing, holds its colour well and resists creasing, which suits a piece meant to be used and plumped daily. Acorn also appears as a jacquard fabric across curtains and throws, so this cushion can be picked up as part of a wider look.
Specification
| Material |
100% polyester |
| Design |
Acorn Tonal, mirrored acorn-branch jacquard, from an 1879 design |
| Construction |
Woven jacquard, double-sided, rope trim, zip closure |
| Size |
50 x 50cm |
Frequently Asked
Is the acorn pattern printed or woven into the fabric?
It is woven in as a jacquard, so the mirrored acorn-branch design is formed by the weave itself and has a raised, textured surface rather than a flat printed finish.
Does the design appear on both sides of the cushion?
Yes, the cover is double-sided, so the acorn pattern runs across both faces and you can turn it over without losing the design.
What size is this cushion and what will it suit?
It measures 50 x 50cm, the standard square most sofas and chairs are built around, so it sits well on a settee, an armchair or a bed.
How do I remove the cover?
There is a zip closure along one edge, so the cover comes off when you need to take it away from the pad.
What is the cushion made from?
The cover is 100% polyester, a hard-wearing fibre that holds its colour well and resists creasing, which suits a cushion in daily use.
Can I match this with other pieces?
The Acorn design also appears as a jacquard fabric on curtains and throws, so you can build a coordinated look across the room.