Wish List: Flock placemat and coaster sets

Esther N McCarthy follows the herd to find animal motifs, chair affairs, terrific textiles and a decluttering dynamic duo.

Pic 1: There was lots to see at the at Showcase 2014 in the RDS last weekend. We love these Flock placemat and coaster sets from www.greengorgeous.ie. Nothing brings a bit of personality to the dining table like a nice fluffy sheep, eh? These 100% wool felt eco chic tableware are designed and made in Ireland by Green Gorgeous. If green doesn’t do it for you, you can choose from shades of red, magenta, purple and warm grey. They are for sale on the website and will be available at selected retailers this spring. From €19.95 for a set of 4.

Pic 2: Oxfam and high-street fashion retailer Monsoon launched their second collaborative collection of home wares before Christmas, they’re worth checking out. Working with small artisan producers in India, the collection features a vintage style polka dot print adorning the stylish enamel home range and a colourful gift selection. The wooden animal gifts, such as this elephant doorstop, made by Tara Project, which works to improve access to health, education and economic opportunity in nearly two dozen different countries. €17, available in Oxfam shops. You can find out more at www.oxfam.org.uk/shop