Never underestimate the power of a good cushion. Small(ish) but mighty, these soft furnishing saviours can work quiet miracles, perking up a plain sofa, beautifying a bed or turning a humble window seat into something you’d fight over. And that’s before we even get to the comfort factor. A well-placed cushion can – quite literally – transform the way you sit or lounge, whether that’s an armchair in need of extra support or a bed you plan to spend an entire Sunday in, book and papers to hand and mug of tea within reach.
Linwood’s new cushion collection is a love letter to British design and craftsmanship. Handmade in the UK, the range is painterly, characterful and far too wonderful to be treated as an afterthought. Whether you’re seduced by the natural charm of printed linen cushions (pictured here is the utterly joyous Joni Tangerine) or the plush glamour of velvet, each design is an effortless shortcut to elevating a room – while seriously upping the cosiness stakes.
British-Made Luxury Cushions: Artfully Expressed
Every cushion begins in Linwood’s Hampshire studio as a hand-painted artwork. Brush in hand, our team might be inspired by a scrap of vintage chintz, a turn-of-the-century archive print, or the shifting colours of a British sky. These one-off artworks are then translated onto breezy pure linen or sumptuous velvet, so the finished handmade cushions feel as good as they look: tactile, expressive, and brimming with character.
Patterns range from romantic floral linen cushions that could have been plucked from an Edwardian garden, to statement cushions with bold animal motifs and just the right amount of swagger. And because at Linwood the devil really is in the detail, every cushion is finished with properly grown-up touches – contrast piping, Oxford edges, even tactile fringing (see Close Encounters Grey Skies, a masterclass in refined luxury).
Luxury Printed Linen Cushions: Painterly and Poetic
Crafted from pure linen, these cushions embody Linwood’s signature printmaking – layered, considered and steeped in that quietly confident British charm. Linen has a beauty all its own: breathable, tactile and just rumpled enough to be irresistible. It brings a soft-focus elegance that works just as happily in a country sitting room as it does in a pared-back city apartment.
Pictured, from left to right, is a tonal blue story that proves how effortlessly these designs can mingle in a room. Gwendolyn Emerald paints a tranquil scene of willows and rolling hills in emerald, blue and soft neutrals – understated luxury at its best. Dimity Indigo is a charming, printed stripe, featuring deep indigo and soft blue bands punctuated with dashes and dots for a prettily imperfect rhythm. Blythe Soft Blue offers fern motifs in whispery tones, perfect for calm, airy spaces. And Lottie Sky, inspired by a 1900s design, captures the fragile beauty of honesty seed heads, its stylised form and fresh palette making it both timeless and of-the-moment.
Equally adept at working with this watery palette are Polly – in Lakeside and Moss – and its sister design, Polly Stripe Lakeside. Both feature a joyful dandelion-inspired print, sharpened with a hit of green velvet piping.
Luxury Velvet Cushions: Bold Statements in Rich Colour
For those who like their cushions with a touch of theatre, Linwood’s velvet designs bring depth, glamour and just the right amount of attitude. Printed on sumptuous velvet with a handle so soft it practically purrs; they deliver colour and character in equal measure.
The tropical contingent of colourful velvet cushions – unabashedly maximalist – includes Jungle Jive Navy, a lively 1930s-inspired parrot print, given extra fizz with coral pink velvet piping. Equally show-stopping is Rainforest Rabble Neon, where exotic birds and flora burst across the fabric in high-voltage colour. Wild Midnight takes a more folk-art turn, its naïve tiger in jewel tones prowling across a navy ground, framed with raspberry pink linen piping for extra bite. And then there’s Kumo Flame – a gloriously tactile jacquard velvet in saturated, fiery tones, featuring Japanese cloud motifs that have an almost hypnotic sense of movement.
Not all velvet cushions have to shout, of course. Arboreal Cloud channels the faded romance of a 1940s textile, its gentle woodland scene rendered in blush pink and powder blue.
From Sofa to Bed: Cushions Made to Last
Velvet or linen, bold or understated – there’s a Linwood cushion for every mood and every room. The beauty is, they don’t just look pretty; they’re made to be lived with, lounged on, and, yes, occasionally squabbled over.
Every piece in the Linwood cushion collection is handmade in the UK by skilled craftspeople, each the result of Linwood’s meticulous eye for design and unwavering commitment to lasting quality. These are luxury cushions for sofa, bed or window seat – artisanal home accessories that can be the finishing touch quietly pulling a room together, or the scene-stealing accent that transforms the mood entirely. You can be minimalist about it with just one, perfectly chosen statement cushion (see Dimity Fruit Salad working its magic on a mellow velvet armchair), or embrace glorious excess and scatter them with abandon, mixing patterns with the confidence of a seasoned decorator.
Either way, you’ll wonder how you ever managed without them. Shop the full collection – and prepare to start plotting your next addition.
FAQs
Are Linwood cushions handmade? Yes – every Linwood cushion is handmade in the UK by skilled craftspeople.
What fabrics are Linwood cushions available in? They come in pure printed linen and luxurious velvet; both designed for lasting beauty.
Are linen or velvet cushions better for my home? Linen cushions bring relaxed elegance, while velvet cushions add bold colour and glamour.
How do I style cushions on a sofa or bed? Mix sizes, textures, and prints – one statement cushion can transform a look, or layer multiples for impact.
Are Linwood cushions durable for everyday use? Yes – they’re designed to be lived with, offering comfort, style, and long-lasting quality.
Can I mix printed linen cushions with velvet ones? Absolutely – combining linen’s softness with velvet’s richness creates a balanced, stylish scheme.