Wish List: Bright lights and moody vibes

Esther N McCarthy chooses bright lights, moody wall tones and more...

Get back to nature with a new type of romanticism by Dulux Colour Futures. The colour experts there are saying it’s all about connecting with nature.

• www.dulux.ie

I am adoring the new handpainted designs from Elaine Fallon at Brookwood Pottery. These porcelain stoneware bird designs start at just €15. And the glorious cakey creations are courtesy of the artist’s sisters, Yvonne and Regina, the gals behind Queen of Tarts in Dublin. What a talented family!

• www.brookwoodppttery.com

Time to start thinking about outdoor entertaining, readers. Summer is almost upon us. You’d have a grand get together in the garden with this Heart of House, eight-seater Rio corner dining set. It’s available in Argos for €1,060.

I am loving the fun lighting options in Debenhams right now. Think bright neons, flashy flamingos and lightening bolt lamps.

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Arnott’s are stocking some beautiful bed linen at the moment. Case in point, this John Lewis Country Leckford duvet set, starting at €60.

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Based in Dublin, KaroArt Ceramics is the creation of Karolina (Karo) who says she aims to strike the perfect balance between contemporary design and functionality. We love the traditional Irish feel with a modern twist. This large KaroArt salad bowl is €94.95, available from kilkennyshop.com and karoart.eu. Kilkenny Shop has free delivery on all orders over €40.