Description
The Layla cushion puts a single beaded bee at its centre, worked in warm amber and gold thread against a deep teal velvet ground. The velvet is polyester, front and back, which gives the pile its even sheen and keeps the colour saturated under changing light. It measures 50 x 50cm, a generous square that holds its shape on a sofa or a bed rather than collapsing into the corner, and the broad flat border framing the design is the wide Oxford edge that lifts the whole piece clear of the seam.
A cushion like this earns its place on a plainer base. Set it against a linen sofa, a leather armchair or a neutral bedspread and the teal reads as the colour in the room while the embroidered bee draws the eye up close. The scale suits a two- or three-seater sofa as one of a pair, or a single anchor on a bench or window seat. The teal sits happily beside rust, mustard, cream and unfinished wood, so it slots into an existing scheme without forcing everything else to move around it.
The face carries the beaded, embellished bee motif; the reverse is plain velvet, and a zip closure runs along one edge so the cover comes off for cleaning and the inner can be plumped or swapped. Velvet holds dust in its pile, so a regular shake and a soft brush in the direction of the nap keeps it looking its best between deeper cleans. Buy two for a symmetrical arrangement, or let one stand alone where the bee can be seen properly.
Specification
| Material |
Front 100% polyester velvet, back 100% polyester velvet |
| Design |
Embroidered and beaded bee motif on a plain ground |
| Construction |
Wide Oxford border, zip closure, feather inner |
| Size |
50 x 50cm |
| Included |
Cushion cover with feather-filled inner |
Frequently Asked
What is the cushion made of?
Both the front and the back are 100% polyester velvet, which gives an even pile and a consistent sheen that holds its colour well over time.
Does the cover come off?
Yes. A zip closure runs along one edge, so you can remove the cover for cleaning and take out or plump up the inner as you like.
How big is it and what does it suit?
It is a 50 x 50cm square, a generous size that works as a pair on a sofa or as a single anchor on a bench, chair or bed.
What is the inner filled with?
The inner is filled with duck feathers, which gives a soft, plump feel that you can shape by plumping the cushion after use.
How do I keep the velvet looking good?
Velvet holds dust in its pile, so shake it regularly and brush gently in the direction of the nap to keep the surface even and clean.