Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:19:03 +0200 https://hearthis.at/manchesterstyle/ en-EN contact@hearthis.at contact@hearthis.at https://hearthis.at/manchesterstyle/ https://img.hearthis.at/6/6/2/_/uploads/9755737/image_user/w1400_h1400_q70_ptrue_v2_----cropped_1605568076266.jpg no no https://hearthis.at/manchesterstyle/styling-with-cushions/ If 2020 has delivered one thing, it is the abundance of home time we are getting this year. With us all spending this extra time in our homes, we should have them be stylish and stunning so we can relax and enjoy our spaces even more.
If you are not looking to go overboard on redesigning your spaces, cushions are a great solution to adding some style without blowing the budget. Want to know what the 2020 year brings in terms of cushion looks? Read on to find out!

Au Natural
Everyone has been getting into the natural way of living recently, and this has even come through in cushions. Opt for cushions in natural fabrics, such as linen and cotton for an earthy and organic look. Carry this through in the colours as well, finding cushions in beige, cream, and tan.
Grace by Linen House, available at Manchester Warehouse.
See the full range of cushions at Manchester Warehouse here https://www.manchesterwarehouse.com.au/living/cushions

Velvets
Want to feel like royalty in your space? Then velvet is the material for you! Velvet is super soft to the touch and has a beautiful sheen, making it a great way to add texture and depth to your space. There are so many velvet options to choose from, but some colours that work super well with this fabric are jewelled tones such as burnt sienna, emerald greens, and navy blues.
High Contrast Black and White
High contrast has been the high fashion for interiors. It creates a lot of depth to a space and makes small items such as cabinet knobs, lighting fixtures, and cushions POP. With high contrast cushions, go for strong black and white prints and designs that will give a great graphic read to any piece of furniture you place it on.
See great examples of strong cushion prints and designs by SHABM here https://www.booooooom.com/submissions/cushions/

Soft Feminine
The past couple of years have been strong with feminine energy. This stands true for our spaces as well. Soft colours such as blush rose and muted pinks add a cozy feel to any space. And we could all use a bit more coziness and comfort in our lives. Adding this colour into your design through the use of cushions is a great way to jump on this style trend without spending a ton of money. Layer this colour in solid cushions and fun and feminine patterns such as a bold floral.

Geometric Patterns
Opposite of the feminine, we have the masculine energy of bold geometric patterns that are all the rage in cushions. Nothing is quite as striking and attention getting on your sofa than adding a fun geometric print, such as a cushion with angled lines or a strong colour block. Just don’t go too crazy with these cushions, as less is more in this case. With these cushion trends, your home will be the most stylish to date. Happy Styling!
Want to learn more about styling with cushions? Join us for a session of Interior Styling Tips for Cushions from our very own Anthea Valavanis our product content coordinator.
For tickets go to https://www.seetickets.com/event/interior-design-masterclass-cushion-styling/secret-warehouse/1578176]]> If 2020 has delivered one thing, it is the abundance of home time we are getting this year. With us all spending this extra time in our homes, we should have them be stylish and stunning so we can relax and enjoy our spaces even more.
If you are not looking to go overboard on redesigning your spaces, cushions are a great solution to adding some style without blowing the budget. Want to know what the 2020 year brings in terms of cushion looks? Read on to find out!

Au Natural
Everyone has been getting into the natural way of living recently, and this has even come through in cushions. Opt for cushions in natural fabrics, such as linen and cotton for an earthy and organic look. Carry this through in the colours as well, finding cushions in beige, cream, and tan.
Grace by Linen House, available at Manchester Warehouse.
See the full range of cushions at Manchester Warehouse here https://www.manchesterwarehouse.com.au/living/cushions

Velvets
Want to feel like royalty in your space? Then velvet is the material for you! Velvet is super soft to the touch and has a beautiful sheen, making it a great way to add texture and depth to your space. There are so many velvet options to choose from, but some colours that work super well with this fabric are jewelled tones such as burnt sienna, emerald greens, and navy blues.
High Contrast Black and White
High contrast has been the high fashion for interiors. It creates a lot of depth to a space and makes small items such as cabinet knobs, lighting fixtures, and cushions POP. With high contrast cushions, go for strong black and white prints and designs that will give a great graphic read to any piece of furniture you place it on.
See great examples of strong cushion prints and designs by SHABM here https://www.booooooom.com/submissions/cushions/

Soft Feminine
The past couple of years have been strong with feminine energy. This stands true for our spaces as well. Soft colours such as blush rose and muted pinks add a cozy feel to any space. And we could all use a bit more coziness and comfort in our lives. Adding this colour into your design through the use of cushions is a great way to jump on this style trend without spending a ton of money. Layer this colour in solid cushions and fun and feminine patterns such as a bold floral.

Geometric Patterns
Opposite of the feminine, we have the masculine energy of bold geometric patterns that are all the rage in cushions. Nothing is quite as striking and attention getting on your sofa than adding a fun geometric print, such as a cushion with angled lines or a strong colour block. Just don’t go too crazy with these cushions, as less is more in this case. With these cushion trends, your home will be the most stylish to date. Happy Styling!
Want to learn more about styling with cushions? Join us for a session of Interior Styling Tips for Cushions from our very own Anthea Valavanis our product content coordinator.
For tickets go to https://www.seetickets.com/event/interior-design-masterclass-cushion-styling/secret-warehouse/1578176]]> 5405461 no no Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:56:44 +0100 2020-12-14T00:56:44+01:00 28:24 https://hearthis.at/manchesterstyle/decorating-with-bed-linen/
In 2020, our spaces have become our sanctuaries. Since we are spending so much time in our homes, we have been turning them into places to rest and restore ourselves from the pandemonium of the current world. What better way to transform your space into a restorative oasis than to focus on the ultimate restorative space: the bedroom.

One of the best ways we can update our bedrooms is through new bedding. Since our beds make up so much of the room, it is the first thing people notice. Plus, it is the piece that gets the most use. We spend a third of our lives in our beds, so why not make them into something special?

Looking for ways to update your bed linens? We have put together a little bit of inspiration on how to style your bed linens for 2020.
Blush pink has been a popular colour for Bed Linen in 2020.
Colour Combos

This year is all about the earthy boho look. Getting bedding in natural colours, such as beige, cream, tan, and white. It creates a soft and clean look that you just cannot wait to sleep in. Blush pink and desert rose have been popular colours for 2020 and also look great as bedding. It adds a pop of colour while still working within the natural boho look. If you want to add more colour to your bed, look for colours that are muted, such as sage greens, burnt oranges, and mustard yellows for that additional grounding and earthiness.
See a great range of coloured bed linen at https://www.manchesterwarehouse.com.au/bed

Patterns
Bold geometrics patterns are as strong design trend that makes your sheets stand out. These graphics make a big impact and will be the focus of your bedroom. In high contrast colours, they make quite the statement in your space. Softer patterns, like large florals are another trend that looks beautiful on the bed, but in a softer feminine way. These work well in both high contrast colours, such as navy and blush pink, to create a dramatic mood, or in softer tones like sage green and burnt sienna.
Read more about trends in Bed sheet sizes here https://uxmag.com/contributors/anja-bisgaat

Material
Since natural is in, 2020 is all about sustainable bedding. Organic materials such as 100% cotton or linen are not only trendy, but good for the environment as well. We love linen because it is super sustainable (made from flax), strong, and comfortable. It gets softer with each wash, which is a pretty cool feature of this natural bedding option. Other sustainable materials include eucalyptus and bamboo bedding.
Buy linen bed sheets here https://gumroad.com/l/iWMZS from Linen House.
With this bit of inspiration for 2020, you will be sure to have a relaxing and restorative bedroom. Happy styling.]]>
In 2020, our spaces have become our sanctuaries. Since we are spending so much time in our homes, we have been turning them into places to rest and restore ourselves from the pandemonium of the current world. What better way to transform your space into a restorative oasis than to focus on the ultimate restorative space: the bedroom.

One of the best ways we can update our bedrooms is through new bedding. Since our beds make up so much of the room, it is the first thing people notice. Plus, it is the piece that gets the most use. We spend a third of our lives in our beds, so why not make them into something special?

Looking for ways to update your bed linens? We have put together a little bit of inspiration on how to style your bed linens for 2020.
Blush pink has been a popular colour for Bed Linen in 2020.
Colour Combos

This year is all about the earthy boho look. Getting bedding in natural colours, such as beige, cream, tan, and white. It creates a soft and clean look that you just cannot wait to sleep in. Blush pink and desert rose have been popular colours for 2020 and also look great as bedding. It adds a pop of colour while still working within the natural boho look. If you want to add more colour to your bed, look for colours that are muted, such as sage greens, burnt oranges, and mustard yellows for that additional grounding and earthiness.
See a great range of coloured bed linen at https://www.manchesterwarehouse.com.au/bed

Patterns
Bold geometrics patterns are as strong design trend that makes your sheets stand out. These graphics make a big impact and will be the focus of your bedroom. In high contrast colours, they make quite the statement in your space. Softer patterns, like large florals are another trend that looks beautiful on the bed, but in a softer feminine way. These work well in both high contrast colours, such as navy and blush pink, to create a dramatic mood, or in softer tones like sage green and burnt sienna.
Read more about trends in Bed sheet sizes here https://uxmag.com/contributors/anja-bisgaat

Material
Since natural is in, 2020 is all about sustainable bedding. Organic materials such as 100% cotton or linen are not only trendy, but good for the environment as well. We love linen because it is super sustainable (made from flax), strong, and comfortable. It gets softer with each wash, which is a pretty cool feature of this natural bedding option. Other sustainable materials include eucalyptus and bamboo bedding.
Buy linen bed sheets here https://gumroad.com/l/iWMZS from Linen House.
With this bit of inspiration for 2020, you will be sure to have a relaxing and restorative bedroom. Happy styling.]]> 5405458 no no Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:54:49 +0100 2020-12-14T00:54:49+01:00 38:17 https://hearthis.at/manchesterstyle/mattress-protectors/
For more information on Mattress Protectors visit: https://www.manchesterwarehouse.com.au/bed/protectors

First, how do mattress protectors work?

A mattress protector is generally elasticised like a fitted sheet, so it has a top and a skirt around the sole of the mattress but in that would be elastic at the bottom holding it on. You do have your entry price point and your commercial priced product that only have elastic on the corner and this can be useful for deep mattresses. Base mattress protectors are there to protect your mattress from perspiration, your body oils, spills, stains, etc. A mattress is such an important purchase, usually you’ll have it for 10 years, so you’re going to be protecting them. There’s different application of mattress protectors including special ones that kill dust mites but the basic premise is to protect your mattress from damage.

How do you go about choosing which one mattress protector is right for you?

It depends on what you are using it for. As a rule I just recommend a cotton mattress protector because all I want them to do is put it on my mattress, put my fitted sheet on top of it and it is now protecting my mattress from my perspiration, and my oils, my skin, or maybe if I get a cut or something I can avoid blood on the mattress. If I am talking about for children or for incontinent or you’re getting older, you’re looking at something that’s waterproof. This are a couple of types but generally a cotton top with a PVC back. Other than that, you also look at a dust mite protector for someone who have allergies so these protectors are a bit different. They actually encase the mattress, so you have to take up the mattress and put it in to this protector to keep it completely encased and dust mite free.

For more on what to look for in a child safe mattress protector visit: https://www.healthychild.com/waterproof-mattress-protectors/

Mattress protectors come in different fabrics now I imagine that relates to whether they’re going to be waterproof or a just a normal mattress protector. Is that all right?

For everyday use I go for cotton, but they are at a higher price point. Entry level products include polyester cotton, but they’re not breathable fabric, they can create heat in summer. That’s why I recommend cotton as the bases. If you are, cotton bed also bamboo has also become a thing. Bamboos is sustainable, has breathability, hypoallergenic. If you’re needing waterproof, there’s two options, the bamboo waterproof and the cotton waterproof. The cotton, we should mention the deluxe, that has a terry top. As supposed to the bamboo, which has got the bamboo cotton top.]]>
For more information on Mattress Protectors visit: https://www.manchesterwarehouse.com.au/bed/protectors

First, how do mattress protectors work?

A mattress protector is generally elasticised like a fitted sheet, so it has a top and a skirt around the sole of the mattress but in that would be elastic at the bottom holding it on. You do have your entry price point and your commercial priced product that only have elastic on the corner and this can be useful for deep mattresses. Base mattress protectors are there to protect your mattress from perspiration, your body oils, spills, stains, etc. A mattress is such an important purchase, usually you’ll have it for 10 years, so you’re going to be protecting them. There’s different application of mattress protectors including special ones that kill dust mites but the basic premise is to protect your mattress from damage.

How do you go about choosing which one mattress protector is right for you?

It depends on what you are using it for. As a rule I just recommend a cotton mattress protector because all I want them to do is put it on my mattress, put my fitted sheet on top of it and it is now protecting my mattress from my perspiration, and my oils, my skin, or maybe if I get a cut or something I can avoid blood on the mattress. If I am talking about for children or for incontinent or you’re getting older, you’re looking at something that’s waterproof. This are a couple of types but generally a cotton top with a PVC back. Other than that, you also look at a dust mite protector for someone who have allergies so these protectors are a bit different. They actually encase the mattress, so you have to take up the mattress and put it in to this protector to keep it completely encased and dust mite free.

For more on what to look for in a child safe mattress protector visit: https://www.healthychild.com/waterproof-mattress-protectors/

Mattress protectors come in different fabrics now I imagine that relates to whether they’re going to be waterproof or a just a normal mattress protector. Is that all right?

For everyday use I go for cotton, but they are at a higher price point. Entry level products include polyester cotton, but they’re not breathable fabric, they can create heat in summer. That’s why I recommend cotton as the bases. If you are, cotton bed also bamboo has also become a thing. Bamboos is sustainable, has breathability, hypoallergenic. If you’re needing waterproof, there’s two options, the bamboo waterproof and the cotton waterproof. The cotton, we should mention the deluxe, that has a terry top. As supposed to the bamboo, which has got the bamboo cotton top.]]> 5315976 no no Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:04:03 +0100 2020-11-17T00:04:03+01:00 30:25 https://hearthis.at/manchesterstyle/comforters-and-coverlets/
Manchester Warehouse has a lot of comforter and coverlet brands. Accessorize, Bambury, Bianca, Classic Quilts, George Fine Linens, Grace by Linen House, Hiccups for Kids, Linen House Lifestyle, Mm Linen, and Private Collection. Can you just take me through some of the better sellers and the distinctions between each of those so like what you’re just doing now?

Accessorize is at an entry level price point, they tend to do modern stuff. Bambury, they do one type block colour, it’s not patterned, but they do embroideries. They are on the modern aspect but also doing a cotton velvet one as well. Bianca do a bit of both. They are known for their traditional stuff and their flower prints. They also use that boho tassel edge as well. Classic Quilts are more traditional. They put out a plain pink one, plain white one, they’re more into their patchwork and printed looks. Price point wise, they’re pretty on the money, a hundred thirty dollars, their entry point. Georges Fine Linen, put it alongside Accessorize; entry price point, basic colours, embroidery style.

See the full range of classic quits here https://www.classicquilts.com.au/

Grace by Linen House, so that’s Linen House on the brand. That’s your fashion customer, and then bring out few designs that match quilt covers every season. People often like to use coverlets for bed covers as an addition to their quilt cover so they may run it across to the bottom of the bed or they may run it under the sole of their bed. It’s something extra to throw over at night time when they’re watching TV or something like that. Hiccups is for kids. They bring out one or two, they do a girl and a boy every season and sometimes you’ll also see a printed patterned kid’s print. Private Collection is a high-end brand for us. What they do, they’re bring in a couple of quilt pieces that match back to a lot of their design in the quilt covers. They are similar to Linen House.

There are several different materials that coverlets and comforters come in - cotton, cotton and linen, microfibre, and polyester. Is this about the price, durability or temperature?

Price point and the look, people don’t really think about temperature. They’re buying fashion here, but definitely it’s a consideration for me when I’m buying something like this. Because I’m buying it for summer, so I’m looking for pancakes thin, but I want those quilted one because I’m not using it in winter. Cotton, cotton linen are your natural fibres. Velvets are for people who are buying for winter and they want really lush look. Your microfibre is entry level as is and the polyester cotton. You could be buying cotton coverlets that’s too has poly/wool fill, so you just have to be a bit more height than something that is cotton and its lofty. As opposed to the cotton which would be just like a pancake thin. ]]>
Manchester Warehouse has a lot of comforter and coverlet brands. Accessorize, Bambury, Bianca, Classic Quilts, George Fine Linens, Grace by Linen House, Hiccups for Kids, Linen House Lifestyle, Mm Linen, and Private Collection. Can you just take me through some of the better sellers and the distinctions between each of those so like what you’re just doing now?

Accessorize is at an entry level price point, they tend to do modern stuff. Bambury, they do one type block colour, it’s not patterned, but they do embroideries. They are on the modern aspect but also doing a cotton velvet one as well. Bianca do a bit of both. They are known for their traditional stuff and their flower prints. They also use that boho tassel edge as well. Classic Quilts are more traditional. They put out a plain pink one, plain white one, they’re more into their patchwork and printed looks. Price point wise, they’re pretty on the money, a hundred thirty dollars, their entry point. Georges Fine Linen, put it alongside Accessorize; entry price point, basic colours, embroidery style.

See the full range of classic quits here https://www.classicquilts.com.au/

Grace by Linen House, so that’s Linen House on the brand. That’s your fashion customer, and then bring out few designs that match quilt covers every season. People often like to use coverlets for bed covers as an addition to their quilt cover so they may run it across to the bottom of the bed or they may run it under the sole of their bed. It’s something extra to throw over at night time when they’re watching TV or something like that. Hiccups is for kids. They bring out one or two, they do a girl and a boy every season and sometimes you’ll also see a printed patterned kid’s print. Private Collection is a high-end brand for us. What they do, they’re bring in a couple of quilt pieces that match back to a lot of their design in the quilt covers. They are similar to Linen House.

There are several different materials that coverlets and comforters come in - cotton, cotton and linen, microfibre, and polyester. Is this about the price, durability or temperature?

Price point and the look, people don’t really think about temperature. They’re buying fashion here, but definitely it’s a consideration for me when I’m buying something like this. Because I’m buying it for summer, so I’m looking for pancakes thin, but I want those quilted one because I’m not using it in winter. Cotton, cotton linen are your natural fibres. Velvets are for people who are buying for winter and they want really lush look. Your microfibre is entry level as is and the polyester cotton. You could be buying cotton coverlets that’s too has poly/wool fill, so you just have to be a bit more height than something that is cotton and its lofty. As opposed to the cotton which would be just like a pancake thin. ]]> 5315957 no no Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:01:43 +0100 2020-11-17T00:01:43+01:00 27:15 https://hearthis.at/manchesterstyle/architects/
https://www.manchesterwarehouse.com.au/bed/quilts-doonas

What is the difference between summer, winter and all seasons doonas?

In terms of wool or feather, you can buy a product that's an all season quilt. In wool, you're getting a total weight of 550 GSM, but it is broken up as a 350gsm side and a 200gsm side, so the product itself is totally 550 but it has two pieces.

One side is a lighter weight which is 200GSM which is ideal for summer and the other piece is a medium weight so it is 350GSM, so that's great for autumn and spring. And then combined they make a great product for winter.

In the wool doonas there are zips in the corners so they don’t move and slip inside your quilt colour. And in feather you have a similar concept with one fill different to the other fill and they're clipped together. Initially that's a bigger outlay in terms of the costs to acquire as opposed to buying this same product that doesn’t have the two pieces, it’s just the 550GSM total weight. But what you're getting is an all year round purchase as opposed to something that would be too heavy for you in summer.

A winter doona would be just like what I’ve mentioned, but you would just be buying the doona in wool or the feather as a single piece. We do have our everyday quilt ranges, but in the peak of summer, you wouldn’t use it, it’d be still too heavy. You might leave it on your bed all year round, but you’d be sleeping with your sheets.

There are also people who want the 550 weight for winter and then a summer option so that would be a cotton quilt or a bamboo quilt. Cotton quilts and bamboo quilts are generally 350 gsm. That's equivalent to medium thickness when we just talked about in all year round. So it’s probably good for all months except in winter you would need to add on something, it would not be heavy enough.

How are bamboo doonas for, warmth and versatility?

Bamboo is the latest in our doona range, as it is a hypoallergenic product and bamboo is a sustainable fibre. It has the properties of cotton, but cotton is not a great fibre for the environment because of the pesticide use and water use in production. It’s dry clean only as opposed to washable which is a minus.

Read more about the sustainability of bamboo fibre here: https://thegreenhubonline.com/2017/11/27/how-sustainable-is-bamboo-and-is-it-really-eco-friendly/#:~:text=Bamboo%20is%20often%20labeled%20'the,a%20similar%20group%20of%20trees.

Where does cotton kind of sit in the spectrum with warmth and durability and washability?

Cotton is in line with bamboo, it’s a summer weight product. It can be machine washed which is the difference between it a bamboo, they are both natural and breathable. One thing to point out for bamboo and cotton is it won't give you that loft that you see on those plush beds, it’s more that pancake type thickness.

Tell us a bit about goose down and duck down?

Goose down is the higher-end product and it is warmer than duck down. When you are looking at the composition of feather and down, the feather is the crunchier outer layers of the doona, so that is what gives you the loft. Whereas down is the underside of the wings and that's what keeps the birds warm, that's what's keeping you warm in your product. Down alone doesn’t have a loft in it which is why they add the feather. Goose is more premium than duck and in goose you will get an all season option, so the two pieces together, as opposed to the duck which is more an entry point for someone who wants that look and feel, but without the price.]]>
https://www.manchesterwarehouse.com.au/bed/quilts-doonas

What is the difference between summer, winter and all seasons doonas?

In terms of wool or feather, you can buy a product that's an all season quilt. In wool, you're getting a total weight of 550 GSM, but it is broken up as a 350gsm side and a 200gsm side, so the product itself is totally 550 but it has two pieces.

One side is a lighter weight which is 200GSM which is ideal for summer and the other piece is a medium weight so it is 350GSM, so that's great for autumn and spring. And then combined they make a great product for winter.

In the wool doonas there are zips in the corners so they don’t move and slip inside your quilt colour. And in feather you have a similar concept with one fill different to the other fill and they're clipped together. Initially that's a bigger outlay in terms of the costs to acquire as opposed to buying this same product that doesn’t have the two pieces, it’s just the 550GSM total weight. But what you're getting is an all year round purchase as opposed to something that would be too heavy for you in summer.

A winter doona would be just like what I’ve mentioned, but you would just be buying the doona in wool or the feather as a single piece. We do have our everyday quilt ranges, but in the peak of summer, you wouldn’t use it, it’d be still too heavy. You might leave it on your bed all year round, but you’d be sleeping with your sheets.

There are also people who want the 550 weight for winter and then a summer option so that would be a cotton quilt or a bamboo quilt. Cotton quilts and bamboo quilts are generally 350 gsm. That's equivalent to medium thickness when we just talked about in all year round. So it’s probably good for all months except in winter you would need to add on something, it would not be heavy enough.

How are bamboo doonas for, warmth and versatility?

Bamboo is the latest in our doona range, as it is a hypoallergenic product and bamboo is a sustainable fibre. It has the properties of cotton, but cotton is not a great fibre for the environment because of the pesticide use and water use in production. It’s dry clean only as opposed to washable which is a minus.

Read more about the sustainability of bamboo fibre here: https://thegreenhubonline.com/2017/11/27/how-sustainable-is-bamboo-and-is-it-really-eco-friendly/#:~:text=Bamboo%20is%20often%20labeled%20'the,a%20similar%20group%20of%20trees.

Where does cotton kind of sit in the spectrum with warmth and durability and washability?

Cotton is in line with bamboo, it’s a summer weight product. It can be machine washed which is the difference between it a bamboo, they are both natural and breathable. One thing to point out for bamboo and cotton is it won't give you that loft that you see on those plush beds, it’s more that pancake type thickness.

Tell us a bit about goose down and duck down?

Goose down is the higher-end product and it is warmer than duck down. When you are looking at the composition of feather and down, the feather is the crunchier outer layers of the doona, so that is what gives you the loft. Whereas down is the underside of the wings and that's what keeps the birds warm, that's what's keeping you warm in your product. Down alone doesn’t have a loft in it which is why they add the feather. Goose is more premium than duck and in goose you will get an all season option, so the two pieces together, as opposed to the duck which is more an entry point for someone who wants that look and feel, but without the price.]]> 5315947 no no Mon, 16 Nov 2020 23:51:31 +0100 2020-11-16T23:51:31+01:00 34:46