Here’s everything we are loving that’s new in at Dunelm, AKA one of our favourite homeware stores, for April 2021. The shop itself might be closed right now, but you can still order online or click and collect the very same day. We’ve been doing some shopping ourselves in the Dunelm new in section, and here’s everything we want to add to our shopping basket below.
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New in at Dunelm for April 2021
Black Metal Clothes Rail with Shelving

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This space-savvy clothes rail even boasts shelving so that you can use it to store folded jeans or t-shirts, too. It has plenty of space for hanging clothes as well as three shelves, one of which is up high for storing things out of your way. There’s also a shelf for your shoes at the bottom. A must-have if you need a wardrobe but don’t fancy spending half of your pay cheque on one.
Buy now: Black Metal Clothes Rail with Shelving, £55, Dunelm
Tala Set of 3 Textile Bowl Covers

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These eco-friendly food covers are a great replacement for cling film or tin foil as they can be washed and used over and over again. They’re also quite cute so they’ll make your fridge look pretty, while they come in all different sizes to fit all shaped bowls. They are made from pure organic cotton, beeswax, tree resin, coconut oil, and the elastic band is made out of natural rubber.
Buy now: Tala Set of 3 Textile Bowl Covers, £12, Dunelm
Kindness Always Cushion Natural

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This lovely cushion would be a very cute addition to a nursery, perhaps on a nursing chair. It’s embroidered with the words ‘kindness always’ and is natural in colour so as to fit in with your decor.
Buy now: Kindness Always Cushion Natural, £10, Dunelm
Matilda Velvet Two Seater Sofa

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If you have space for a smaller sofa in your living room, or you want a sofa for your bedroom or guest room, then this one from Dunelm is a bargain at under £200. It comes in a range of colours, it has a curved back and gold legs, and the velvet it’s upholstered in is made from 100% recycled materials made using no less than 52 recycled plastic bottles. A true bargain!
Buy now: Matilda Velvet Two Seater Sofa, £199, Dunelm
Elias Natural 100% Cotton Throw

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Well, we are most definitely buying this gem to pop at the end of our bed! This throw looks like it would be hundreds of pounds worth but it’s just £35. It’s made of 100% cotton, features a tufted detailing while it’s neutral in colour so would be perfect for a minimalist bedroom or a room with minimal colour.
Buy now: Elias Natural 100% Cotton Throw, £35, Dunelm
Elements Ceramic Vase 23cm Butterscotch

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Make a statement in your modern living room, bedroom or hallway with this large but lovely vase. It’s a gorgeous terracotta colour, while we think it would look lovely with artificial flowers inside.
Buy now: Elements Ceramic Vase 23cm Butterscotch, £8, Dunelm
Bradford Ceiling Fitting Matt Black

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We think this dramatic ceiling light would look best hung over a dining table – to light up your table, and the room. Although plain, it’s a great addition to minimalist homes or if you are looking for lighting that won’t distract eyes from your lovely table and chairs. Alternatively, we’re imagining it above a kitchen island and we are loving it. It’s also a bargain at just £35.
Buy now: Bradford Ceiling Fitting Matt Black, £35, Dunelm
St Lucia 4 Seater Grey Cube Dining Set

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This garden furniture set is perfect for smaller gardens since it all tucks under the table neatly, to become a cube. This way it takes up less precious floor space while still seating four people for dinner. The table is glass-topped, the set itself is made from rattan so it’s weather-resistant while seat pads come included, and it comes in your choice of grey or brown.
Buy now: St Lucia 4 Seater Grey Cube Dining Set, £299, Dunelm
Tribal Natural Basket Small

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This woven storage basket is perfect for holding anything from blankets to a plant, and we think it would look great in a living room, nursery or even in a hallway. It boasts a tribal print to make it stand out in your home.
Buy now: Tribal Natural Basket Small, £20, Dunelm
Artificial Foliage Trellis

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Hoping to cover up an otherwise plain or ugly wall in your garden? This trellis can help you do the job. It’s bursting with faux ivy, it’s made of bamboo and plastic and you can leave it outside year-round. You can also use it to make a fence higher, or just to jazz one up.
Buy now: Artificial Foliage Trellis, £25, Dunelm
French Cane 3 Tier Shelving Unit

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Okay, we are in LOVE with this shelving unit! And, it definitely looks like it should cost more than £115. Use it for shoes, books or even toys, and it’s also handmade. *adds to basket immediately*
Buy now: French Cane 3 Tier Shelving Unit, £115, Dunelm
Trabella Roma 4 Seater Bench Rectangular Dining Set

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This four-seater dining set could easily seat six if you bought extra chairs. It comes in white, brown or grey and it’s made of polypropylene so it can be left outside year-round. Perfect if you are on a budget but want to dine al fresco this summer. Pop it atop an outdoor rug on your patio and you’re all set. You could even accessorize with seat cushions.
Buy now: Trabella Roma 4 Seater Bench Rectangular Dining Set, £199, Dunelm
Industrial Large Circle Shelf

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A total bargain for £15, this large shelf would look lovely hung pretty much anywhere in the home. From a bathroom to a hallway or even a living room. Use it to display your most favourite things, from photos to books to succulents and candles. An easy way to spruce up an otherwise plain wall.
Buy now: Industrial Large Circle Shelf, £15, Dunelm
Montana Steel High Fire Bowl

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If you are investing in a fire put this year, to socialise outside and be warm while doing so, then this one from Dunelm is more than worth a look. It boasts space underneath for storing your logs while it comes with a fireguard so you can use it around children or pets. It’s made of steel and has a black finish, making it not just a practical addition to your garden, but a stylish one, too.
Buy now: Montana Steel High Fire Bowl, £269, Dunelm
Vivian Velvet Dining Chair

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If you want some new dining chairs that will make a statement, then these velvet ones can do the trick. They come in a range of colours, they are scalloped at the back and padded to make them comfortable, while their legs are brass-tipped. Unique doesn’t quite cut it!
Buy now: Vivian Velvet Dining Chair, £99, Dunelm
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Hanging String of Pearls in Basket

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Bring the outdoors in with help from this faux String of Pearls plant. If you struggle to keep house plants alive like us, then this is a great buy. Hang it in your bedroom, kitchen, hallway or wherever you like since it needn’t be watered or have any sunlight. It sits inside a lovely woven basket, too.
Buy now: Hanging String of Pearls in Basket, £15, Dunelm
Reversible Cotton Runner

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This stylish runner would be a great addition to a hallway or bedroom – at the bottom of your bed, of course. It comes in a range of colours but terracotta is by far our favourite. It also has tassels and it’s reversible to extend its life. No need to worry about putting it in a high-traffic area…
Buy now: Reversible Cotton Runner, £35, Dunelm
Amalfi Olive Platter

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Use this lovely serving plate for your bruschetta, canapes or whatever else you like to serve up in the garden in the summertime. Not just pretty, too, as it’s dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe – in fact, it’d make a lovely gift.
Buy now: Amalfi Olive Platter, £18, Dunelm
Banana Leaf Table Runner

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If you are looking for some new tableware, ready for when we are allowed guests over for dinner, then this runner will look lovely atop your table. It’s made from natural dried banana leaves and natural banana leaves that have been woven together, making it eco-friendly and compostable after use. Why not buy it for your Easter table? It comes in two sizes…
Buy now: Banana Leaf Table Runner, £18, Dunelm
London Matt Black Toilet Roll Holder and Shelf

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Small bathroom? In search of a toilet roll holder that’s small? This one won’t take up any precious floor space, and it features a ledge to pop your things on – think: a candle, room spray, hand wash… The word practical comes to mind.
Buy now: London Matt Black Toilet Roll Holder and Shelf, £10, Dunelm
Ash Wood Bath Rack

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We love this plain bath rack – it’s basic yet it still does the job, and it’s easy to clean, too. It’s made from ash wood. Use it in your bathroom for display purposes, even when you aren’t in the tub, and pop a diffuser or candle, some faux plants and your favourite bath stuff on there. It’ll look lovely…
Buy now: Ash Wood Bath Rack, £15, Dunelm
Elements Black Hexagonal Outdoor Wall Planter

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Spruce up a plain garden wall (or fence) with this planter – it can hold real or faux greenery, and it’s made from 100 per cent iron. We think it would look great in a front garden or back garden. An easy and surprisingly cheap way to spruce up your garden for SS21, we think!
Buy now: Elements Black Hexagonal Outdoor Wall Planter, £15, Dunelm
Olsen Diamond Floor Cushion

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If you need an extra seat in your living room or garden for when guests come over, then a floor cushion is a perfect buy. This one comes in two colours and it features a handle for easy moving around your floor. It’s made from 100 per cent cotton, with geometrical bobble detailing. Lovely!
Buy now: Olsen Diamond Floor Cushion, £40, Dunelm
Leaf Planter 15cm Black

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This small planter is great for minimalist homes – we love it in a bedroom or living room. Pop a faux or real plant in there and place it somewhere it’ll be sure to catch eyes. Perhaps afront a statement wall?
Buy now: Leaf Planter 15cm Black, £8, Dunelm
Adah Throw

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The Adah Throw comes in three colourways – grey, natural or rust. The rust is our favourite to add a pop of colour to your living room. There are also matching cushions and draught excludes available…
Buy now: Adah Throw, £25, Dunelm
Pineapple Elephant Caspian White Waffle 100% Cotton Duvet Cover and Pillowcase Set

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Waffle bedding is our go-to because it’s so easy to maintain – you needn’t get the iron out. Treat yourself to a new bedding set for spring and sleep soundly this season. This set is 100 per cent cotton and is waffled on one side, but plain on the other. A great buy for a busy bedroom that’s already got a lot going on…
Buy now: Pineapple Elephant Caspian White Waffle 100% Cotton Duvet Cover and Pillowcase Set, from £40, Dunelm
Set of 2 Mink Foldable Cord Storage Boxes

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Perfect for an IKEA Kallax unit, these storage boxes are foldable, too. They are covered in a felt material to add texture to your home, and they are great for storing everything from toys to electronics – essentially, anything you don’t want on show in your home.
Buy now: Set of 2 Mink Foldable Cord Storage Boxes, £10, Dunelm
Ceramic Face Vase

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We’re obsessed with this plain vase – whether for fresh flowers or dried. With two faces drawn on the front, it’s large and it’ll make a statement. Pop it on your coffee table.
Buy now: Ceramic Face Vase, £12, Dunelm
Peach Real Touch Phalaenopsis 3 Pack

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Fake it till you make it and buy these stunning Phalaenopsis from Dunelm. They come in a pack of three – because three are all you need to wow – and they’ll last year-round.
Buy now: Peach Real Touch Phalaenopsis 3 Pack, £27, Dunelm
Nancy Dressing Table

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This dressing table is compact with a spacious drawer to hide your products. It’s great for Skandi-style homes, while it has tapered legs and it’s handleless. Great for smaller spaces, or for those who don’t use their dressing table enough to warrant it taking up a lot of space (and costing a lot of money).
Buy now: Nancy Dressing Table, £75, Dunelm
White Koppla Plug-in Wall Light

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We love the hanging bedside light trend, but why are they always so expensive to buy? Not anymore, thanks to Dunelm – this one comes in six colourways and it’s simple to fit. It has a two-metre cable, too.
Buy now: White Koppla Plug-in Wall Light, £20, Dunelm
What will you be buying from Dunelm’s new in section?