ON THE UP

Amaryllis flowers perfectly complemented by Calice, pictured, a limited-edition pot by Swann Bourotte, GBP55 from The Netherlands Flower Bulb Information Centre (020 7915 4776), and www. amaryllispot. co. uk from December 1. Gorgeous tobaccobrown striped cushions in merino lambswool with feather filling from Papa Stour's new designer Kate Samphier (GBP72 at www. papastour. com).

DESIGNER CHINA

She started with handbags and expanded to an entire readyto-wear collection. Now fashionista Orla Kiely's signature stem design, instantly recognisable from its funky colours, pattern and graphic control, has been applied to coffee mugs - made in Scotland thanks to an exclusive commission from Alexandria-based Mclaggan Smith Mugs. All of which means Kiely ceramics can now be viewed as the ultimate fashion accessory. Available at John Lewis, Debenhams, Heal's, Liberty and other gift shops, the mugs are priced at GBP7 for porcelain or GBP8.25 for bone china. Visit www. msmugs. com or call 01389 758204.

SHAKEN OR STIRRED?

Embracing the James Bond vibe, Linley has launched a fabulous drinks cabinet to celebrate the art of cocktail making. With echoes of art deco and hints of the 1950s and 1960s, it features American walnut, Macassar ebony, sycamore, marquetry inspired by poster art of the 1920s and retro bronze-tinted glass. The interior is filled with crystal glasses, secret buttons and compartments. At GBP59,950, it's a little dearer than a ticket for Casino Royale. Viewing now on www. davidlinley. com.