Description
The Layla velvet cushion carries a single beaded and embroidered bee at its centre, worked in golds and warm browns against a soft pale ground. The square face is bordered by a broad flanged edge, the Oxford border that runs all the way round and gives the cushion a defined frame rather than a plain seam. Both front and back are polyester velvet, so the pile catches the light and lends the cushion a low, even sheen. It measures 50 x 50cm, a generous square that reads as a proper feature cushion rather than a small accent.
A cushion like this earns its place on a sofa, an armchair or a made bed, where the beaded bee sits high enough to be seen. The pale ground is quiet, so the metalwork of the wings and body does the talking, which makes it a good single hero among plainer cushions rather than one of a matched pair. It suits a living room where you want one considered piece against neutral upholstery, and it works equally well propped at the head of a bed. Set it against solid linens or plain weaves and let the embroidery stand out.
The cover is filled with a duck feather inner, which is why it plumps up soft and holds a relaxed shape once you dress it back into the corners. A zip closure runs along one edge, so the cover comes off for cleaning and the filling can be adjusted or swapped through the seasons. The velvet is polyester rather than a natural pile, which makes it hard-wearing and forgiving of daily use. Given the beaded and embroidered detail, treat it gently and keep the embellished panel away from rough handling. It is part of the wider Layla range, so there are companion pieces to build a scheme around.
Specification
| Material |
Front and back 100% polyester velvet |
| Design |
Embroidered and beaded bee, Oxford flanged edge |
| Construction |
Duck feather inner, zip closure |
| Size |
50 x 50cm |
| Colour |
Quartz |
Frequently Asked
What is the cushion filled with?
It has a duck feather inner, which plumps up soft and holds a relaxed shape once you dress it back into the corners after use.
Can I remove the cover to clean it?
Yes, there is a zip closure along one edge, so the cover comes off for cleaning and the filling can be adjusted or swapped between seasons.
How big is the cushion?
It measures 50 x 50cm, a generous square that works as a feature cushion on a sofa, an armchair or across the head of a bed.
What is the bee made of?
The bee is worked in beading and embroidery in golds and warm browns, so treat the embellished panel gently and keep it away from rough handling.
Is the velvet natural or man-made?
The velvet is polyester on both the front and the back, which makes it hard-wearing and forgiving of everyday use around the home.