Feeling distressed? Look no further

Feeling distressed? Don’t worry, we have the perfect solution for your home, the shabby chic look! Choose furniture that’s already distressed and you need never worry about keeping everything looking perfect. A lived in home is a relaxed home and a relaxed home is a happy one! Choose from our wonderful range of distressed, vintage or weathered furniture to create a look that is both comfortable and inviting.

Cream French Chantelle Panelled Bed

Rustic Roses Door Hook

Turn your bedroom into an old-fashioned boudoir with our distressed antique cream French Chantelle bed and top it off with our wonderful range of cushions to complete the shabby chic look; neutral colours, subtle floral decoration and fabulous natural cotton and linen. Hang your clothes from this lovely Rustic Roses door hook.

If you love the distressed and shabby look then our vintage leather sofa and armchair is perfect for you. It’s the epitome of relaxed style. The gorgeous brown leather is already wonderfully aged so your family can do their worst to it without fear, just sit back and relax.Vintage Leather 2 Seater Sofa

Natural Oak Extendable Dining Table

In the kitchen or dining room our weathered natural oak extending dining table is a beautiful addition to any relaxed environment. Anyone would be forgiven for mistaking it for a family heirloom. Don’t forget to top it all off with a vintage style chandelier for the ultimate in French shabby chic.

Why not create an instant vintage kitchen with our beautifully simple French Rustic dresser or drawer and shelf unit, or you could give your hallway the shabby chic touch with the matching hanger and wall storage or storage bench. Organization has never looked so chic!

Bordeaux 6 Drawer Dresser

Bordeaux Whitewash 2 Drawer Chest/Shelf

Why not treat your garden to a touch of French shabby chic style too with this wonderfully ornate iron bench? It will look as if it’s been there for years. Plant some French lavender next to it and drift off to your Provencal daydream world. Leave your worries far behind you!

Black Ornate Iron Bench

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Introducing our new bespoke range of beds

Our offices are buzzing with excitement as we launch our long awaited bespoke upholstered beds. After two years and four attempts we have finally struck gold! We have found some great wood carvers and upholsterers who have created a range of beds that are truly the crème de la crème. Each bed is finished to the highest standard, with mahogany frame, hand painted slats and quality fittings. They are exclusive to us and stamped with the Sweetpea & Willow logo. And if that isn’t enough, please note that the fabrics and finish can also be customized to your own requirements. The luxurious silks and sumptuous velvets that adorn these beds add a level of glamour and decadence that make these beds truly amazing.

Willows white scroll bedThe Willows White Scroll Bed (left) is absolutely lovely. Simple, soft and elegant, it has gentle curves and soft grey linen upholstery. The headboard, footboard and legs are beautifully hand-carved with sweetpea flowers and willow leaves making this bed totally unique and exclusive to us.

Amberley Sleigh BedThe Sweet Amberley Sleigh Bed (right) has sumptuous curves, delicately carved ball feet and the most exquisite soft silvery blush velvet buttoned head and footboard. We think this is one of the most elegant beds available; one you will cherish forever.

Willows Shell BedThe Willows Shell Carved Bed (left) was created with French boudoir chic in mind. With its softly curving head and footboard, deep-buttoned raw silk upholstery and beautiful shell carved detail, this bed is exceptionally romantic and will elevate any bedroom to the height of glamour.

The range also includes the Striped Regatta Bed, the Pearl Velvet Bed and the Willows Black Scroll Bed. Little Sweetpeas will not be disappointed either, choose from our gorgeous Ava’s Birdy Bed or Row Row’s Stripe Bed.

Don’t forget to add one of our own mattresses made in partnership with renowned mattress manufacturer Hypnos. Covered in the finest antique white Belgian damask, bearing the Sweetpea & Willow label and the royal warrant!, they are simply divine. The pricing on our extensive range of mattresses is unbelievably low. Our Sweetpea spy has seen similar mattresses selling for more than double our prices in well known department stores. We even stock a Hypnos Reactive Pillow for the ultimate in bedtime comfort.

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The Shoe Party

Betty held a shoe party last night. She asked all of her friends to come over for cocktails have the chance to buy from her vintage her shoe collection dating back to the glory days of the 1980’s.

Her Armoire is positively stuffed with exquisite shoes, Roger Vivier and Terry Havilland were much in evidences as were some of her more delightful confections from gay Paris. (Including some little Chanel pumps that have seen a lot of action along the Rue de Rivolli.)

Shoe storage is never easy but Sweetpea & Willow have a very elegant French chic solution with this wire fronted Armoire.

Simply cover your shoe boxes in pretty wallpaper or wrapping paper, print off a picture of your shoes and attach. Et voila! A stylish solution to the shoe mountain that lurks in the bottom of your wardrobe.


Looking forward to a very organised shoe collection! Tata for now!
Jillx



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Mika Loves everything gorgeous and French

Betty and Doris went to see Mika perform last night. They are huge fans of all things gorgeous and French and although Mika didn’t tick the French box he was totally gorgeous. He has the look of a young Byron and really should be partying in a Baroque Palace. Betty and D got decked out in their glad rags and fiercest heels- necessary to get a clear view over the crowd- and managed to get to the front of the stage. The staging was décor-fabulous a riotous mix of Mexican day of the dead meets a vintage toy shop. And the singing was pretty good too. Betty nearly lost her leopard print coat in the mosh pit but all in all they had a marvellous time.
Betty and Doris have now got oodles of decorating inspiration from the extravaganza. Mexican is a huge decorating theme this Spring and although Sweetpea & Willow are acclaimed as French Furniture experts there are a few pieces in the online emporium that fit into this story.
The mother of pearl inlay and floris inlay drawers would fit well into a Mexican room

as would the ocean corner unit and the étoile drawers.

Sweetpea & Willow is absolutely brimming with Carved Baroque pieces.
This new baroque style ‘Bohemian chest’ is hand finished with great authentic detailing, have a gorgeous candelabra on top or a couple of huge lamps.
Use the spectre table lamp for a bit of a tongue-in-cheek modern update of a baroque lamp or the Blenheim lamp with its bee and flower print shade for something more quietly elegant.
The cream French Apollo bed is our most heavily carved bed, pile on the satin cushions for total decadence.
The intricate carved gold mirror is the ideal focal point for a baroque room and one that is suitably theatrical for Mika. Tata for now

Jillx

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Sweetpea & Willow does Celebrity Big Brother

Celebrity Big Brother

We were avid followers of Celebrity Big Brother this year. All because they asked us to supply some of our elegant french furniture for the house.

Naturally we are the first choice for a celebrity lifestyle as we supply lots of famous footballers, pop stars, actors and politicians…who shall all remain nameless!!!
In fact I think that we could do a whole Sweetpea & Willow magazine devoted to the Houses of the rich and famous who have bought from us. A sort of through the keyhole in reverse, guess what this celeb has from Sweetpea & Willow.
Just in case you want to recreate the celebrity style, here are just a few of the pieces that were featured on Big Brother.
Beautiful French chaise for lounging on and gossiping. Glad that Alex avoided rubbing his fake tan all over it.
Reproduction French dressing table for sitting at and contemplating your maquillage.
Authentic Louis chair for glamorous dining.
Shame it’s all over…now I wonder what furniture they want in the’ I’m a celeb jungle’!

Tata

Jill

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Gothic Drama

Gothic Drama

Sweetpea & Willow are embracing the dark side this spring with an eclectic ‘Baroque/Gothic meets Victorian Vampire’ collection. I am loving this deeply dramatic look. The ‘Designer collection’ section of the website is over flowing with the most opulent storage pieces all available in this season’s must have shades of purple, black and jewelled colours. Taking influences from original French Baroque antiques, all of this furniture is hand-carved from the finest woods and given a pre-loved specialist paint finish.

This Gothic trend lends itself really well to bedrooms.

Sweetpea & Willow create a truly sensuous boudoir with this gorgeous carved Victorian black four poster bed styled with the most desirable dressing table, carved screen, French armoire and decorative chandelier.
(Best news is that the 4 poster is now in the sale at £914).

And don’t forget a chaise in case of swooning!!

This look is such fun; you can be really creative and add as many layers as you like to create interest. Dark painted walls work well, go for the darkest shade of blue or green (Farrow and Ball have some fab shades) Make some drama and add lots of black Venetian mirrors grouped together with portraits in ornate frames(I particularly like old gilt against these dark walls). Have moody low lighting with lots of lamps scattered around the room.

Bring a bit of gothic drama in with a stone bust (ideal if you age it with a bit of lichen!!)

Have loads of sumptuous cushions and throws and don’t forget a screen for hiding behind, in case of vampire visitors.

Tata 4 now

Jillyx

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Deer oh Deer

Seems like every Interiors feature is recommending Antlers at the moment. So Rudolph is finally having a fashion moment!

Sweetpea & Willow are making a nod to the trend (see the door hooks section). I am loving this lamp with its antler base

and this really wild mirror which is great for an English Eccentrics or a country house look.

For something that still buys into the trend but is a bit happier in an urban setting have a look at our Little Devil chrome horns.
To fit in with this outdoorsy trend, I have a lovely Reindeer Rug that I got from therealrugcompany.co.uk in front of my fireplace (will move it on Xmas eve-don’t want to offend Father Xmas) Styled with a glamorous chandelier I think it’s total decadence!

Anne Ashworth, The Times, wrote a really good piece about the appeal of Antlers. Reassuring to find that they are shed by deer once a year and then regrown. Michelle Ogundehin, Editor of Elle Deco said that the appeal of antlers is “hankering after older things, the nostalgic and the cosy, for the authentic and natural”

I also saw a really funky way of buying into the trend with a trophy deer head wall sticker but not sure where it came from. Maybe you could try painting your own.

Tata for now
Jillyx

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Love Autumn

Love Autumn

Love this time of year! Clocks have gone back, so extra hour in bed, bliss! Halloween and lots of sweeties to confiscate from children, a result on two fronts! Other lovely things, crunchy orange leaves, hot toddies, slow cooking, Fitflop snuggle boots, making a Christmas wish list, and of course changing the decor to an Autumn/Winter look!

Autumn Décor
Easy to switch the décor into winter mode just scatter new cushions in jewel colours and put comfortable throws on the sofas’. See sweet pea and willow lush blanche throw in a very autumnal berry colour.
Lighting becomes more important as the evenings get darker; chandeliers cast a very forgiving light with a sparkle that makes a room very glamorous. Side lamps also make a room cosy, so put lots around on side tables as well as behind furniture to up light.
We have a few total bargains in the chandelier section, this is my favourite Black glass with 10 arms at a really amazing £365.

Thought it was great value before at £465 so am very tempted, just have to find room for it somewhere.
Would like it for my boudoir to go with the marrianne black rattan bed.
Sweetpeaandwillow globe chandelier is now only £245. This is one of the top sellers and has been recommended by lots of interiors magazines. They make a real statement when hung together as pictured, although you would need a pretty huge room to do that. Three placed over a kitchen island would be tres chic. The Sweetpea & Willow kew fossil wash chandelier is reduced by £50.
This is a classic chandelier and will never date; it complements our painted French furniture perfectly. Would look great with the classical white rattan bed or equally stunning over any of our dining tables.

Candle light is the most romantic and flattering way to light a room although not always awfully practical! I love this candelabra which has an authentically antique feel. Would be really magnificent in a formal dining room.

Ta ta for now

Jillyxx

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New from sweetpea & Willow

100% design

Went to the 100% design show yesterday, part of London design week this show is always really inspirational.
Everyone was very upbeat and despite the recent credit crunch, there were a lot of fab new and witty designs that made me smile!
How about this prickly Louis chair for a bit a foolishness?

Colours for next year. If you’re planning a major makeover, make a refinement on this season’s bright pink, yellow and purple. I am thinking
cushions and lampshades in mustard, ballet shoe pink and dark grey, my favourites new cols. Or go all out with some amazing statement pieces. At Sweetpea & Willow we have authentic reproduction French Antique style pieces that absolutely fit next seasons colours. Here are a couple from our Designer collection-
Mademoiselle Hettie console table £975


Rose bombe chest £2 645
I like that wood and craftsmanship are becoming more appreciated. Sweetpea & Willow have always loved the craftsmanship of French furniture and we are introducing new oak furniture for a simpler aesthetic.

Oak armchair £170
See our upholstery service for a way to create your own style, make something that you can love and appreciate forever.

Recycling and re using in other forms was also BIG. This is great, we support the furniture re use network. You can pass your used furniture on to someone who needs it and help the environment by making less landfill, a win win!

Tata for now
Jilly xx

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Love September!

Love September! Time to get loads of new decorating ideas at 100% Design and Decorex.

Have been looking at how furniture trends follow fashion. The 1980’s have been influencing fashion for a couple of seasons now and the trend has filtered down to interiors. Here are a few pieces to help you achieve the look from Sweetpea & Willow.
This chaise Longue or sofa absolutely epitomises the decade of excess with its yuppy pinstripe and exaggerated shoulders!

White velvet,silver studs….total luxury! White Studded Loft Armchair.

Two words that sum up 1980′s style…black and designer. Black leather Le Corbusier chaise.
The colour Teal was strong on the runways for this autumn and Sweetpea & Willow have given a nod to this trend with the new Marine collection. Heavily distressed with a seaside vibe this collection is perfect for asummer holiday inspired interior.We have the most desirable storage pieces, sideboards, corner units, chests as well as tables and chairs. In fact everything you could possibly want to furnish a dining room.


The trend for metallic continues and is updated with high shine making way for matt finishes and copper putting in an appearance. Try out different metallic finishes and metallic shades together for a more informal, eclectic scheme. Or mix with jewel colours for a precious and opulent finish. Sounds a trifle over the top I know but why not indulge yourself?

This rossetti silver chest has a stylish deco form that makes it stand out.

The Nordic grey collection has been a huge success for Sweetpea & Willow. We will be in lots of our favourite magazines with this collection in the next couple of months, so have a look to see how the home editors have styled it to get tips for your own home.

TaTa

Jillyx

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