Description
This soft cotton penguin cushion is shaped like the bird itself, with a black back, head and wings, a cream-white face and belly, and gently closed eyes stitched in fine black thread. A bright red snowflake is embroidered across the belly, and a knitted scarf in red, cream and green wraps around the neck, ending in a fringed tail that falls across the chest. A tan beak points to one side, two matching feet sit at the base, and the wings open out at either side with a flash of cream beneath. It stands 40cm tall, measures 40cm across and is 13cm deep, a generous size that holds its own in an armchair.
We think it earns its place every Christmas on the living room sofa, an armchair by the fire, a window seat or the end of a guest bed, where its sleepy face greets everyone who sits down. Because it is cut to a penguin's outline rather than a square, it reads as a festive character as much as a cushion. It makes a thoughtful Christmas gift for anyone who looks forward to bringing out the decorations each December, and it can go back in the cupboard with the rest of them once the season is over, ready for another Christmas.
The cushion is made from cotton with a soft finish, and the snowflake and eyes are embroidered rather than printed, so the details have a little texture to them. The back is plain black, so it looks tidy from every angle, even on an open bench. For care, we suggest the usual good practice for a fabric cushion: brush off dust gently and spot clean any marks with a damp cloth, then let it dry naturally. For a cosy look, set it against a plain cream or grey armchair and let the red scarf and snowflake carry the Christmas colour.
Specification
| Material |
Cotton |
| Colour |
Black & White |
| Finish |
Soft |
| Height |
40cm |
| Width |
40cm |
| Depth |
13cm |
| Weight |
0.35kg |
| Photos |
Swing Tag |
| Occasion |
Christmas |
Frequently Asked
How big is the penguin cushion?
It stands 40cm tall, measures 40cm across and is 13cm deep, so it fills the corner of an armchair or the end of a sofa nicely.
What is the penguin cushion made from?
It is made from cotton with a soft finish. The red snowflake on the belly and the closed eyes are embroidered.
What colours is the cushion?
The body is black with a cream-white face and belly. It has a tan beak and feet and a knitted scarf in red, cream and green.
How should I care for the cushion?
We suggest brushing off dust gently and spot cleaning any marks with a damp cloth, then letting it dry naturally before you use it again.
Does it make a good Christmas gift?
Yes. Its knitted scarf and embroidered snowflake make it a cheerful Christmas gift for anyone who enjoys festive decorations around the house each winter.
Is the back of the cushion decorated too?
The back is plain black, with the knitted scarf wrapping around the neck, so the cushion looks tidy from every side when it sits on an open seat.