Country Animal Velvet Cushion - Heather

This is a 43 x 43cm cushion printed with a hand-painted design of bumble bees in flight among clover and slender flowering stems, set on a soft heather-pink velvet ground. It is made of 100% polyester, with the print on the front and a plain velvet reverse in a soft sage green, so the cover reads as a print on one side and a calm solid on the other. The pile of the velvet catches the light gently, which is what gives the painted bees and florals their depth against the pink.

A 43 x 43cm square is the standard scale for a sofa or an armchair, large enough to sit against as a back cushion and small enough to layer in a pair or a group without crowding the seat. The pink face suits a bedroom, a reading chair or a living room where you want a note of the garden indoors, and because the reverse is a plain green it happily flips to the quieter side when you want less pattern in the room. It sits comfortably with linen-look neutrals, natural woods and other florals, and it works alongside the sibling cushions in this range should you want to build a set.

The cover is finished with a standard knife edge and a hidden zip, so the closure stays out of sight and the cover comes off for cleaning. Being 100% polyester, the fabric is hard-wearing and holds its colour well, and a printed velvet like this keeps its appearance with light, regular care rather than heavy handling. The Country Bee Garden design comes in more than one colourway, so the heather version here can be mixed with its companions or kept on its own as a single accent.

What size cushion is this and what filling do I need?

The cover is 43 x 43cm, a standard square. Pair it with a 45 x 45cm pad for a full, plump look, as slightly oversizing the insert keeps the corners from going flat.

Is the cushion the same on both sides?

No. The front carries the printed bee and floral design on heather-pink velvet, while the reverse is a plain soft green velvet, so you can turn it to show pattern or a solid colour.

What is the cover made of?

It is 100% polyester with a soft velvet surface, which makes it hard-wearing and good at holding its colour, so the print stays bright with everyday use.

Does the cover come off?

Yes. There is a hidden zip along one edge, so the cover slips off the pad easily for cleaning and goes back on without a visible fastening.

Where was it made?

The supplier states it is designed, printed and made in the United Kingdom, so the whole cushion from artwork to finishing is produced domestically.