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Whether you're a fan of the tea or not, this soothing colour brings a calming freshness to any space
Print, £26, In & Between
Throw, £30, Sweetpea & Willow
Picnic tumbler, £10.95, Rockett St George
Vintage chair, £1586, Darlings of Chelsea
Abstract print, £17.95, Desenio
Stripe cushion, £29.99, rucomfy
Table lamp, £66, dar lighting group
Matcha print, £15.95, Desenio
Tulip basket, £25, Braided Rug Company
Porcelain artichoke, £12.99, Gisela Graham London
Orchard wallpaper, £144, Fiona Howard Wallpapers
Salad plate, £43.99, Wayfair
Lambswool throw, £110, Joanna Wood
Table lamp, £90, dar lighting group
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