Drying up after dinner rarely gets much attention, but the Yvonne Ellen Scallop Tea Towels in Multi make a decent case for it. Their cheerful, vintage-inspired look adds personality to the kitchen sink, and for couples settling into a shared home, they are the sort of small detail that makes the daily washing-up feel a little less like a chore. They also make a welcome gift for anyone with a soft spot for pattern.

• 65 × 48 cm per towel
• Made from 100% cotton, soft and hard-wearing
• Contrasting scalloped edges frame each design
• Stripe and harlequin prints in a multi-colour palette
• Set includes 2 tea towels
• Made in India