Wishlist: It hasn’t gone away you know — the sun that is

So this week, Esther N McCarthy prepares for a little teddy bear’s picnic outdoors, with colourful seating, great images and then it’s off to bed.

Get the summer vibe in your kitchen with the Garden Range, a veritable kaleidoscope of colour with key pieces like mugs, cutesy teapots and storage tins. These are just a taste of the lovely Katie Alice designs at Griffins Garden Centre and Homestore out at Dripsey, Cork. The set of three nested storage tins costs €12 and the Tankard mug is going for €6.50. (021-7334286)

Pop the Estaban wool pouffe into any room for instant eye-catching fun. I love this mad array of multi-coloured felt balls — full of personality. Available from Littlewoods for €139.