Wonderful Wicker

Wicker is one of those wonderfully versatile materials that can not only looks good but works just as hard too.

It’s traditional good looks and inherent strength lend themselves to all manner of practical storage solutions from log baskets to laundry drums but when used decoratively (for lampshades for example) it also adds extra texture to any interior scheme. Interestingly, the term wicker actually refers to the making technique rather than the raw material, so wicker can be made from many different things including rush, seagrass, water hyacinth, jute and rattan. Which means it can be used for just about anything! And is!!

So whether you favour the rustic look of chunky baskets designed to bring an element of the outside in, elegant Edwardian inspired conservatory furniture, or more steamlined contemporary pieces, there will be some wonderful wicker for you.

1. Leather Tote Bag by Cath Kidston, £60, Daisy Park 2.Bottles In Wicker Basket, Set of 5, £6, B&Q 3. Wallpaper, £40, Digitex Home 4. Woven Screw Stool, £130, Made by Hand Online 5. Herb planter with Scissors, €9.90, Design 3000 6. Pendant light, large $320, small $170, Cranmore Home 7. Mindi Wood & Wicker Chair, £189, Puji 8. Oval Rattan Dog Basket, from £50, Charley Chau.

1. Koba Bowl, £12.95, Nkuku 2. Trio Of Natural Curve Baskets, £145, The Farthing 3. Picnic Basket, €145, Les Jardins de la Comtesse 4.Sussex Bench with 4 Cushions, £749, White Stores 5. Mala Rattan Butlers Table On Wood Stand, £204, Artisanti 6. Arley Coffee Table, £235, now £131.60, Laura Ashley 7. Geva Braided Chair, £345, Out There Interiors 8. Set Of Two Grey Rattan Log Baskets, £105, The Contemporary Home.