Hessle Stripe Yarn-Dyed Cotton Cushion - Natural

This is a square outdoor cushion in a soft, muted natural, patterned with fine vertical stripes in white against a warm, sandy ground. The stripes are yarn-dyed, which means the yarn is coloured before it is woven rather than printed on afterwards, so the pattern runs through the cloth and holds its crispness through use and washing. It is made from 100% cotton, and the front face is finished with an oxford edge, the flat framing border you can see running around all four sides of the cushion in the photographs.

It suits a garden chair, a bench or a patio sofa, and it sits happily indoors too, on a reading chair or a window seat in a conservatory. The gentle stripe and the pale, neutral palette are easy to live with and easy to mix, so it works alongside checks, plain colours and other soft neutrals rather than fighting them. Because the cotton has been treated for outdoor use, it is a sensible choice for a spot that catches sun and the occasional shower, where a plain indoor cushion would struggle. At 45cm square it is a standard scatter size, comfortable to lean against and simple to pair in twos or threes along a longer seat.

The cover closes with a discreet zip, so you can slip the pad out for cleaning or replace it in time. Cotton is a natural fibre that is breathable and pleasant against the skin, and it takes colour well, which is what gives this stripe its clean, settled look. The oxford border adds a little structure to the edge and keeps the shape neat once the cushion is plumped. If you are dressing a whole seating scheme, a stripe like this earns its place as the quiet piece that lets a bolder cushion do the talking.

Can this cushion really stay outside?

The cotton has been treated for outdoor use and is described as water resistant, so it is suited to a covered patio, garden chair or bench where it may catch the odd shower.

What does yarn-dyed mean for the stripe?

It means the yarn is coloured before weaving, so the stripe is woven into the cloth rather than printed on top. That gives the pattern more depth and helps it stay crisp over time.

How big is the cushion?

It is 45cm by 45cm, a standard square scatter size that is easy to lean against and simple to pair in twos or threes along a sofa or bench.

Can I take the cover off?

Yes. There is a discreet zip closure on the cover, so you can remove the pad easily when you want to clean the cover or refresh the filling.

What is the oxford edge?

It is the flat framing border stitched around all four sides of the cushion front. It gives the edge a little structure and a neat, tailored outline once the cushion is plumped.

Will the natural colour suit my scheme?

The pale sandy ground and white stripe are quiet neutrals that sit well with checks, plain colours and other soft tones, so the cushion mixes in rather than competing for attention.