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Tuesday, November 11, 2014
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GIRLS INSPIRE MUM
TO DITCH CITY JOB
A MUM is giving up her high-flyer City job to launch a new range of bespoke British-made cushions — and spend more time with her little girls.
Yvonne Samaranayake, 40, was working long hours in IT at a London investment bank and had no background in design or home decor.
But a "eureka moment" while on holiday led to the mother-of-two deciding to quit her top job and start a new adventure.
Yvonne's daughters, six-year-old Ava and her little sister Lois, 5, inspired her to launch Avalo Home — and she named the business after them.
Yvonne, from Sutton, Surrey, said: "I decided last year to do soft furnishings, specifically floor cushions and cushions.
"We'd rented a cottage in Devon but there was nowhere comfortable for the girls to sit.
"I suddenly had an idea for a range of portable comfy cushions aimed at children and adults.
"The girls had always been on at me to be at home more, because I'd barely see them during the week due to work.
"One year - and a lot of hard work - later and we've created a range of beautiful yet practical cushions in a range of colours, textures and sizes to suit all.
"We believe in quality above all else and love unique home styling. Our design team find their inspiration in everything from nature to technology.
"Our creative vision is one of a world where cushions are used in the home in much the same way as your furniture.
"They can become a fort in the corner, a sun lounger in the garden, a plump resting place in the car or just a simply gorgeous piece of home décor, all delicious on your sofa."
The cushions for children and adults are made in London using British-only material.
They come in 12 different very colourful designs, with scatter cushions starting at £45.
All are available online atwww.avalohome.comwith a number of outlets in the pipeline.
For more information:
Yvonne Samaranayake
Mobile:07753 928 338
Email: Yvonne.samaranayake@gmail.com
Photos of Yvonne and her range of cushions are available on this link:
www.avalohome.com/in-the-press/
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