The textile
The textile we’ve used to make this cushion is designed for us by a micro mill based in Bristol, and then woven by a larger mill in Lancashire. They’ve chosen to use merino lambswool – merino sheep have very strong and durable wool that’s also fine and silky, and especially the lambswool, which is the yarn made from the sheep’s first shearing
The colour
The Olive green of this cushion isn’t quite as vibrant as the Olive green of our Harris Tweed textile, sitting a little more on the grey side. The way that it’s dyed and woven mean there are lots of flecks and variations in the yarn too, creating a mottled look full of interest and texture.
Design details
All our cushions come with concealed zips in a coordinating colour, a duck-feather filled pad that’s just the right amount of plump and squishy, and our signature detail, a small tan leather tab with a discreet Neptune ‘N’. This particular cushion is also unpiped, giving it clean and crisp edges.
A styling tip or two
Whenever we’re combining textiles, we always like to use a mix of different materials and textures for a more layered, less flat look. So you could combine this woolly, cosy cushion with the smoother weave of linen (such as Chloe in Trellis or Moss). A touch of colour here and there will really sing against Chevron Moss’ muted tone too, perhaps Auburn with its dash or red, or, for even more texture, a jewel-hued velvet.
