Hessle Stripe Yarn-Dyed Cotton Cushion - Navy

The Hessle Stripe Cushion is a 45 x 45cm square filled cushion in pure cotton, woven with a yarn-dyed stripe that runs the length of the face. Yarn-dyed means the threads are coloured before weaving rather than printed afterwards, so the deep navy ground and the fine white stripes carry their colour right through the cloth. The face is framed by an oxford edge, a flat border stitched around the perimeter that sits just proud of the pad and gives the cushion its crisp, defined outline.

This is a cushion made for outdoor use. The cotton has been treated for durability and water resistance, so it earns its place on a garden chair, a patio bench or a rattan sofa where an untreated cover would struggle. The muted navy and white reads as a quiet, versatile scheme rather than a loud one, and it sits happily alongside plain navy cushions, natural linens and pale seat pads. It works equally well brought indoors to a conservatory or a garden room, where the stripe brings a relaxed, coastal note without dominating the space.

Because it is 100% cotton, the cloth is soft to the touch and breathable, and cotton takes colour well, which is what gives the stripe its clarity. A discreet zip closure runs along one edge so the cover lifts off the pad easily when you want to freshen it. The oxford border and the woven stripe together make a plain, well-made square that suits a mix of textures rather than a matching set. Pair a couple across a bench, or set one against a solid colour to let the stripe do the talking.

Can this cushion be left outside?

It is made for outdoor use, with the cotton treated for durability and water resistance, so it suits garden chairs, benches and patio seating. As with any fabric, bringing it under cover in heavy or prolonged rain will keep it looking its best for longer.

What does yarn-dyed mean for this cushion?

Yarn-dyed means the cotton threads are coloured before the cloth is woven, rather than printed on the surface afterwards. The navy and white run through the fabric, which gives the stripe its clean, definite edge and its depth of colour.

Is the cover removable?

Yes. A discreet zip closure runs along one edge, so the cover lifts off the inner pad easily whenever you want to take it off for cleaning or storage.

What is the oxford edge?

The oxford edge is a flat fabric border stitched around the perimeter of the cushion, sitting just proud of the pad. It gives the square a crisp, defined outline and a more finished look than a plain seamed edge.

What size is it and what does it suit?

It measures 45 x 45cm, a standard square that works well on outdoor sofas, benches and garden chairs, either singly against a solid colour or grouped with plain cushions in navy or natural tones.

What is it made from?

It is 100% cotton, which is soft to the touch, breathable and takes colour well, the reason the woven stripe reads so clearly against the navy ground.