Category Archives: Reclaimed/Natural

Tips to create a ‘Shabby Chic’ look

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Wow! What a Christmas period we had, this is the first time there’s been enough time to get back to bloggin’! Here at The Orchard we were incredibly busy, and then all of a sudden it was over – except it wasn’t really, as we are now in the process of opening a new showroom, deciding on new ranges, and planning trips to product shows and fairs. No rest for the wicked, as they say.

But, no matter how many festive periods we drag ourselves through, no matter how many showrooms we open, our first priority is still Shabby Chic! So, we thought we would share some tips on how to ‘get the look’, as a new year treat for everybody.

Our French Brocante Dining Table and Chairs (Chairs available soon)

Anything can be shabby chic. Big furniture, small accessories – it’s all possible. The best thing is, there are no concrete rules. Distressing, for example, is a sliding scale dependent on taste. Almost any colour can be used, especially when creating an original, unique statement piece.

  

As well as providing shabby chic pieces, we love seeing people’s own (re)creations. The internet is awash with guides and tips as to how existing items can be transformed.

We’ve created a Pinterest board with some really useful and imaginative ideas. Have a look and see what you come up with!

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Items back in stock

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Phew! What a hectic start to the week we’ve had. Is there some kind of holiday coming up or something!?

As well as the scores of orders being despatched from The Orchard HQ, we’ve also (perhaps more excitingly) taken receivership of some stock which we weren’t expecting until a couple of weeks down the line – we must have been good this year!

We were gutted when our Reclaimed Wood 5 Hook Plaque sold out a couple of weeks ago, so to have them back a fortnight early is great news for us – and you! One of, if not our best seller of 2012, this new batch has arrived in plenty of time to make them fantastic Christmas gifts for the home.

We sell a number of reclaimed items like this plaque, and another one has come back into stock recently. We have been out of stock of our Reclaimed Wood Apple Crates in small and medium for a while, but we can finally once again offer them in their best state – as a Wooden Apple Crate – Set Of 3!

Also back in stock are;

Back in the Frame!

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Very, very big week here at The Orchard – and it’s only Wednesday! We’ve seen a marked upturn in orders coming in, and going out. But what’s excited us most is the return to stock of our most popular items – our fabulous, much coveted Multi Frames are back!

Last time around, they sold out in a flash, which unfortunately meant we had a number of customers who were unable to get their hands on one. So, with the power of hindsight, we have ordered LOTS more this time.

Plenty of options in terms of sizes, dependent on how many photos you wish to display. The antique cream painted frames are lightly distressed to amplify their antique charm, whereas the limewash finish of the natural wood options ensures they are lovely and rustic.

Each frame can be hung horizontally or vertically, making the frames as versatile as they are pretty.

Like we say, these frames are a sure bet to sell out, despite our hoarding of them! Get your orders in quickly to ensure you receive your new photo frame(s) in time for Christmas.

All images can be found over at our Pinterest page.

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Get The Look – ‘Scandi Chic’

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Shabby Chic is a well known, widely used term these days. A wide net which can be cast over themes such as ‘rustic‘, ‘vintage’, ‘retro’, Shabby Chic has become hugely popular, with us here at The Orchard and across the world. Meanwhile, the simple charm and style of Scandinavian style has long been admired by many (and not just that well known flat-pack megastore).

So it seems logical that when the two collide, they produce ‘Scandi Chic’! Combining the rustic of Shabby with the nordic of Scandi to make something very, very Chic.

The look is characterised by the clean, straight wooden lines and white or neutral tones of Scandinavia, coupled with the rustic-inspired furniture and vintage-esque interior accessories which have become Shabby Chic hallmarks. Simplicity is key to achieving the image.

Traditionally Scandinavian flourishes, such as wicker, glass and natural soft furnishings, can be incorporated. Wicker especially is extremely versatile, both in how it is used as well as where in the home.

We have always placed ourselves within the Shabby Chic bracket, and no less so do we see elements of Scandi Chic in many of the products we sell. We even have a cast iron decorative Stag’s Head!

Most of these items are tasters of much larger collections and ranges. We are constantly updating our products, and our website, so head over to the website and have a nosy through our Scandi Chic offerings.

Also, all of the images from this blog entry, and all of the others, are available on our Pinterest profile. Feel free to browse our boards!

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How to create Rustic Luxe in your home

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…reclaimed wood, antique accents, and romantic textures all with a cool, clean modern feel…

 

 

That’s more or less how we’d sum up Rustic Luxe (sometimes known as Rough Luxe across the pond). It’s a look which, when created properly, can transport you to a Scandinavian ski-lodge. Here’s an example of how a room can display Rustic Luxe…

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rustic Luxe is a style achievable without necessarily changing an entire room. Simple positioning of a few items can communicate the same level of classic style in a specific area.

 

 

These kind of looks, whilst being stylish and modern with a ‘rough around the edges’ element, can also be quite whimsical in their effect. Some of the pieces which can be used to achieve the Rustic Luxe feel have a ‘Narnia-esque’ quality – great, solid wooden beams; elegant, delicate looking furniture; classically framed mirrors; grand photo frames, all with strong overtones of natural elegance.

 

 

A key factor of Rustic Luxe is the marriage of practicality and this different, but extremely relevant style.

 

 

The Orchard stock a large number of items which can be used to great effect in a Rustic Luxe environment. Some of our most popular items are part of our ‘reclaimed and natural woods’ collection, a range of products with a huge variety of different bits and bobs. Whether it’s practical storage solutions, elegant lighting solutions or homely natural wooden furniture, we’ve plenty of items to help you create your own Rustic Luxe haven.

 

 

Here are just a few of the Rustic Luxe items we stock.

 

 


 

 
And, a few more – why not!
 

 

 

 
Hopefully you’ve gotten a taste of what Rustic Luxe is all about, if you’re anything like us you’ll already be a fan! Head over to our website and have a look around.

 

 

 

 

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