Throwing a Wimbledon party? Then you need this tennis-themed homeware to match
Wimbledon is underway, and for those who haven't got a ticket to sit courtside, you do not have to miss out on strawberries and cream or Pimms.
In fact, numerous tennis fans are throwing their own Wimbledon party.
A Wimbledon party could be indoors or al fresco, but the key to acing the screening event is themed homeware.
Now we don't necessarily mean faces on cakes and bunting, though it wouldn't be out of place. But strawberry printed cushions or crockery, tennis printed decor, as well as citrus-coloured accessories.
Yes, a projector is a worthy investment to showcase the matches on, but it's the finishing touches that are the real pièce de résistance.
We have whittled down the best homeware essentials for your lowkey Wimbledon Championship viewing party, or the doubles extravaganza bash.
Strawberries and cream are the popular food choice at Wimbledon, so it makes sense to have a textured cushion with strawberries embroidered on it. This plus square design is ideal to use as a scatter cushion on your sofa, or for added comfort when sitting on a picnic blanket. BUY NOW FOR £10
Whether you are using tea towels to get your baked goods out of the oven safely, or to lay plates of snacks on the table, this three-pack is an affordable purchase. The set includes a plain red tea towel, striped print and strawberry patterned tea towel. Buy Now for £5.50
This is really taking the Wimbledon theme to the extreme, as the soap features a silhouette of different sporting activities – including tennis. Pop one in the bathroom, and kitchen. The 3D soap is vegan and fragranced with organic lavender essential oil. BUY NOW FOR £7.50
We never seem to have enough vases, and we certainly don't have playful designs that fit the Wimbledon theme.This vase gives the illusion of stacked strawberries perched on top of one another. While one will work as a centrepiece, considering the price we're tempted to purchase more to scatter along the table for an OTT tablescape. BUY NOW FOR £3.99
Whether you are changing the interiors of your home for the next few weeks of Wimbledon, or you are looking for added decoration to your outdoor screening party, you can't go wrong with an artsy print. BUY NOW FOR £15.95
You've made a Pimm's for guests to drink and now you need appropriate beakers to slurp it from. BUY NOW FOR £3
You've invested in tea towels but napkins are another essential.This adorable set includes one design that features tennis rackets printed all over, while the other is a tennis player on the court ready to take a swing. BUY NOW FOR £19.99
If you are heading to a picnic, a live screening, or to Henman's Hill to watch the finals you will need a reliable tote bag to house your picky bits. BUY NOW FOR £75
This two-pack of candles are perfect for day or evening hosting, and a simple touch to elevate your Wimbledon tablescape. Buy Now for £9.52
If you are looking to inject a subtle Wimbledon touch to your home and garden, or you are willing to go out, this bunting can help to achieve both. The on brand purple and green flags are emblazoned with tennis rackets and tennis balls, which are not too garish. BUY NOW FOR £12.99
If you are one who appreciates finer details then these Tennis Drink Tags are a must buy. Simply prop them on the rim of your champagne flute or coupe for guests to swoon over. Select from a racket, neon tennis ball or wavy sign that can be engraved. BUY NOW FOR £2.30
Could there be anything more adorable? While the set is designed to house a large scoop (or two) of ice cream, it can also contain other snacks too. BUY NOW FOR £55
You can never have too many cushions when guests come over, especially if you're sitting outside for the day. Add to your scatter cushion collection with these tennis embroidered cushions, which are really on the nose for any Wimbledon events you're hosting. BUY NOW FOR £79
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