So Excited!

Oh im really excited today as we have just had confirmation that our shop can now be stockists of some amazing wallpaper that we've wanted to stock for ages!
 It's so unusual and fits in perfectly with the House brand as its really industrial in style and unlike anything around. I always liked the idea of having a wooden feature wall, but this will take away all the hassle!
I'd been looking for something to feature alongside our 'Library' wallpaper By Andrew Martin which we bought from Aunty Mabels Seat which looks amazing!

The wallpaper is really easy to hang, simply paste the wall and hang! Easy peesy. The Paper doesn't repeat so you can use all the paper so there's no waste (saving you money)


After careful deliberation we've chosen to go for this one for our wall, what do you think?...

There are so many to choose from I may change my mind before next week! Here are a few others they have. Let me know your thoughts. Prices are RRP £199 and worth every penny for the wow factor!

This nursery has used something similar to create this amazing backdrop, there are so many ways to use it! How about in a kitchen or dining room maybe?

Take a look at their house here, for other cool ideas!

For something different how about these metallic paper Brooklyn Wall Tiles. Very simple to hang and again an instant wow factor every time friends are round. Prices start from RRP £219 per roll. Check out www.houseknutsford.co.uk for more info or call the shop on 01565633141.

Here we are again apologising for the lack of posts If only I had another me!

Basically its been a crazy busy few months at House Knutsford We've been sourcing the coolest upon cool of quirky home decor and interiors which are proving to be a big hit with the customers. Now that the kids have gone back to school the word Christmas (shhh its a swear word in September) has been spoken of several times in store meaning its definately on people's minds!

We've got so many products coming in soon its unbelievable! We are especially focusing our attentions on skulls, stars, bracelets, mens gifts and unusual stocking fillers for kids. Anyway enough of whats coming here's whats been selling over the last week!

Picture if you can the top five count down music to Top of The Pops (if you're old enough to remember)

At Five

Eat It Chart by Luckies

Encourage kids (and adults)  to be adventurous in their eating habit, tick or everything they like or don't like 

 

At Four

Assorted Ditsy Print Scarves only £5

Maybe its the price but these scarves are really nice and make great gift!




At Three 

Large World Scratch Map, basically its abit like a scratch card, there are no prices to be won but you can see where you've been on your hols only £17

No Surprise these maps are on the list, an all round best seller!



At Two 

Dachschund mug by Fenella Smith 

We found this beautiful  range by Fenella while surfing the net for new ideas. We had stopped selling Emma Bridgewater and wanted something fresh new and uniqu. We think these do the trick. Watch out for other designs coming soon £17.50 I love his smiley face!

NO1!

Pickmaster Plectrum maker 

Online its our absolute best seller. So much so that we had x48 delivered one day and had sold out by the afternoon with internet orders crazy!

This clever gadget allows you to cut plectrums (picks) from old plastic bank and membership cards. Free plectrums for life!! only £20

Phew it was a busy week! Next week we'll show you a sneak preview of some of the new products available in store and online.

My Apologies (smiley face)

I'm so sorry I haven't blogged in ages guys! (smacks hand)

We have been busy the past few weeks as we've been working on our new website.
The old one was fine, however we really wanted something that was stripped back featuring our best sellers and our favourite things in store. That way we hope you keep coming back to check out new products that we have found.
Its still in the same place so look here... www.houseknutsford.co.uk
Don't forget to mark your favourites to by clicking the Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter icons so we can see what you've been looking at guys!

Its also Fathers Day coming up!

Were known for selling the most unusual of items so we've made it really easy, have a look at our Dad's section for some fun ideas.

Here's a few we love..



Music loving Dads..

 Record Coasters

Or for Golfing Dads..

Golfers Doorstop

Or for Dads who just want to have fun!..

The Shot Gun. Perfect for Drinking games

A Few of Our Favourite Things In Store

Well how can I possibly choose when everything we buy is bought because we love it well I guess its the items that show my own personal style.

Here are my favs-

Original Reclaimed Letters and Andrew Martin wallpaper.

I just love having words and letters around me. I'm looking our for lots more at the moment as customers keep giving me more ideas.

Things with numbers on. Like this trolley and these tea light holders

  These tea light holders look so cool on my mantle at home. I love mercury glass. I can wait to get the set of three candlesticks that will be available soon.

Anything with typewriters, and bell jars

I love typewriters, cameras and old radios. Basically anything classic and stylish. These are objects that look fantastic when displayed at home. A friend has found be an old blue typewriter that I really must pick up soon!!!

In my next post I will show you some ideas of how to style words and letters in your home.

Design Inspiration.

We always look to photography and various blogs to be inspired. Its a great place to view ideas and speak to like minded people.

The idea of styling a room with items that are shabby chic is now extremely popular and a typical style you are likely to see is Laura Ashley or other high street stores.

I wouldn't say my style is shabby chic but a mixture of all styles grouped together. (basically I don't know what i like ha ha) I guess I am eclectic? mixing together pieces from all different era's and countries.

Here are a few of my pins from my board on Pinterest which will help understand the love I have of all things old, reused, recycled and most of all reloved.

My Dream Living Room

http://www.atlantabartlett.com/portfolio/25/editorial-7

My Dream Dining Room

Mixing textures together. 

Love, Love Stenciling!

My Dream Kitchen

I think this is the kitchen from Sophie Dahls cooking programme. It keeps getting ever so slight changes.

I really want a work bench that has been transformed into a central Island.

My Dream Stairs

Numbered Stairs

Crates made into steps!

My Dream Bedroom

Greys and Whites.

Clean and simple

Distressed pallet head board and stripe bedding.

Raw wood and metal.

Next Time: Bathrooms and home accessories

A Visit to Wiltshire

I was lucky enough to be treated to a trip away in Wiltshire a couple of weeks ago for my Birthday.

 I must show you what we got up to and the photographs of the 'Old Stables' at Crockerton House B&B where we stayed, it was amazing!

Castle Combe

The lovely town of Castle Combe.

A view of the town.

Old telephone box.

The cottages are so pretty, its like a chocolate box town. Unspoilt.

The men in my life! Guy and our dog Hugo.

Lacock

 We had been told about Lacock by a friend at RawXclusive. Its always good to be recommended places by friends as you know it must be nice if they have been.

Lacock is a village in Wiltshire, England, 3 miles (5 km) from the town of Chippenham. The village is owned almost in its entirety by the National Trust, and attracts many visitors by virtue of its unspoiled appearance.

The village has also been used as a film and television set, notably for the 1995 BBC production of Pride and Prejudice, the 2007 BBC production of Cranford. It has also made brief appearances in the Harry Potter films Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince.

Lacock Pottery

Give me a bit Dad!

Flowers for sale.

Traditional cottage.

Old Bench.

 Crockerton House

The Old Stables.
 

Crockerton House is a luxury B&B in Crockerton. We stayed in the newly developed self catering holiday cottage, which has been beautifully converted. It is secluded in a lovely rural location with wonderful views of the Wylye Valley. The Old Stables are a perfect hideaway for couples looking to leave behind the stress of their daily lives and unwind in peaceful and luxurious surroundings. 

The Living Room

The Kitchen/Dining Room.

The Bedroom.

Hugo enjoying a sit down after a long drive.

A walk in the woods

We as always can never relax and wanted to do as much as possible. We were in a really good spot central to everywhere we wanted to go. 
Below are a few shots of some of the places we stopped off at along the way.

Gold Hill in Shaftsbury featured in the Hovis Advert.

I'll just rest on this railing a minute!

Guy doesn't look very happy to be climbing this hill.

Shaftsbury was a beautiful place to visit, its just a shame we got there early on a Sunday because all the small independants seemed closed. We will have to go again!

To be continued...

Jubilee Celebrations

Hi guys sorry I haven't been around to blog for a while, its been a busy few weeks in the shop. I often wish I had a twin who shared the same interests so they could help out ha ha!

We've been really busy arranging and planning for the Jubilee Celebrations that are fast approaching. As well as this we have been travelling all around picking up cool interesting furniture so we can reopen upstairs(it wont be long now)

Some of the stock we have coming in is really fun and a little bit different. 

Looking for some quirky street party inspiration?

What we're seeing everywhere at the moment are the honeycomb decorations that are available in all sorts of sizes and colours. We have tracked them down and can say that they should be in stock soon!

perfect for the Jubilee, Weddings, childrens parties.

Keep checking the website for details. www.houseknutsford.co.uk

Take a look...

White Honeycomb Decorations

Multi-coloured Decorations

These decorations are great because they create such an impact when they are in a room. Display them in a group or individually either way they look stunning.

Here's a few ideas from other bloggers...

I love the photography in this shoot!

Beautiful Wedding Inspiration

They make great window displays

To be continued...