Bits and Pieces #1: Zara Home

Hello! Hope you've been enjoying the Bank Holiday - the weather's had a turn for the worse today where I live but fingers crossed that it's still glorious for you. Today I thought I'd post some bits and pieces that have caught my eye during my online homeware perusing sessions. We're currently in the process of securing a flat to rent in a glorious area of Bath, which although is scary (credit checks!) it's done nothing but fuel my excitement for relocating. I'm off to Hampshire to temporarily live with my mother as of Wednesday, and at the end of June we're off to see Robbie Williams in London so I've been prepping myself and making lists of shops to visit that are only based in the capital.

I've never really considered Zara Home, most likely as I've only ever visited a handful of the regular clothing stores, but noticed a link to the Home range the other day while having a look for a potential graduation dress. And it was love. Immediately. I missed most of the Soap Awards as I was transfixed on the website. Sadly the majority of the stock is way, way out of my price budget (anyone else feel they need a Zara Home TRF section?) but I've rounded up a selection of nice bits that wouldn't break the bank too much. I love so many blogs but it breaks my heart to set my eyes on a beautiful lipstick/accessory/anything and discover it costs more than my monthly food shop.

Patterned L Bathroom Set - from £7.99
Now I know this is a bathroom set, however it's the tumbler I specifically have my eye on. I like to have a glass of water at my bedside during the night and this looks pretty much perfect, it even has my initial on! Failing that, I'm sure the jar would contain my cotton wall very well.

Paisley Tray - £7.99
I love paisley! Nothing more to say really. Upon seeing this tray I immediately drifted off into daydreams of carrying drinks out onto the decking of a sunny afternoon or serving up brews to visitors, and I think it'll really get some colour into the kitchen if it's kept propped behind the sink. If I buy anything when I'm in London, I think it'll have to be this.

Crochet Bread Basket - £8.99
I apologise now about my collage skills, I'll get working on them. You can't really see this too well on my blog (or the website to be honest) but it does what it says on the tin. I'm really liking crocheted homeware lately (I'll have to do a post on our extensive crocheted blanket collection once we're unpacked), and I like the idea of bunging a load of fresh bread into this. However, I'm wondering whether this could be a bit of a DIY jobby - I'm thinking covering a box in cling film and PVA'ing a crochet placemat, leaving it to dry and removing the cling film/box? We shall see.

Pink Tumbler With Raised Design - £3.99
Now anyone with a beady eye might be able to see that I already own one of these cups (as seen on my dresser in my last post). However, mine is a BHS via TK Maxx purchase, and I'm pretty sure it cost no more than £2. However, if these are the same colour and so on, I think I'll be inclined to snap some up for 'outdoor entertaining' as I've a huge jug that matches perfectly. Let's be honest, no one wants to be cleaning up smashed glass after an evening of outdoor boozing, so plastic cups are a wise choice.

Wooden Salad Servers - £9.99
At almost a tenner these are the most pricey of my list, but I feel they could be worth it. Depending on how well made they look in person I think these might be another potential purchase. I love the mixture of both dark and light wood.

Hologram Napkins (Pack of 20) - £3.99
The jewel-like colours initially drew me towards these napkins, however if you click though you'll see the pattern is actually made up of lots of animals. The flat in question has a very decent outdoor space considering it's only a wee one bed flat so I'm imagining these napkins would be perfect for brightening up any BBQs we might have. There are also melamine plates available in the same pattern, if you're into it.

Has anyone ever shopped at Zara Home? Let me know how you get on - I'd love to know if the prices are worth it!