Let me tell you – the Island has never been so excited… There are streams of cars, lorries, trucks, vans and hoards of people peering in the windows en route to Kelham Island Museum to set up for the Viccie Markets… It is a true hive of festive excitement – AND a galloping horse or several has been seen running in circles…

We got decidedly festive last night and erected what can only be described as a true Victorian Christmas installation… Or an alternative Christmas – it may be one for discussion. PLUS you can rest assured Rudolph does have a starring role.

Anyhoo back to biz…Today is the grand set up… Below is what we’ve got going on…

We’re going to be selling some of our architectural salvo and cool household items similar to what you’ll find in The Chimney House itself…Fab chance to enrich your home and your heart with reclaim treasure… Everything for sale will have a tag on it… So keep your spy eyes out!

We have some really cool brands joining us in Sheffield for The Chimney House’s Pop Up Shop – we thought we’d tell you a little more about what and who we have making up the shop. The truth is we’re being pestered left right and centre by eager shoppers (ie users of the The Chimney House this week and last)  wanting the inside scoop on what’s going on… So here’s a sneaky snoopy.

Uber cool and strictly chic British luxe scarf brand YAELLE is joining us on Saturday to bring some ultra fine silk into proceedings…Yaelle’s global wanderings have shown her that life is best captured through experience and this lesson unfolds sensually as a rippling silk scarf unfurls showing intricate hand-drawn illustration detailing and story telling and finished with hand painted watercolours and vibrant rich hues.

Let me tell you I have been wearing my YAELLE scarf all week this week keeping out the chill in style and nothing comes close… it is truly amazing!! PS – Check the new YAELLE site… it’s flippin gorgeous…. esp look at the 2012 page… OMG!!

We’ve also got The Speedy Rodgers Cake Co… Now let me tell you about this… Butterly light and utterly divine they specialise in one particular cake which they will be selling either by the slice or by the cake (we heartily recommend you buy the cake) One slice is never enough – I was lucky enough to be gifted said cake as a taster…And by the end of the day the whole thing had gone – and I might just own up to the fact there was no-one about but me (greedy me). Anyhoo – the cakes and the slices are taste sensations and we know we’re going to sell out FAST!!!! Eeeekkk…

We’ve teamed up with the glorious Moonko to do a 2 day installation in the main room upstairs in The Chimney House. They are the epitome of understated cool -  Everything they do and everyone they represent is done so with pure quality and the lightness and grace of pure passion and expertise. We HEART Moonko on every level from the fabulous artists they represent to the lovely team behind the brand with their pure support and promote ethos.  This is your chance to get your hands on exquisite gifts and art. We say when it’s gone it’s gone… And it’s worth getting here early!! It’s maybe worth a mention that our fav National shop of choice Urban Outfitters HEART Moonko as well…Moonko are currently mixing up the bespoke & beautiful with vintage, which can been seen within the likes of Urban Outfitters Kensington, London and Manchester.

Behind MOONKO is Deb Moon -  an artist on her own right, having exhibited in Kobe Japan, Habitat, Cork Street London with works held in private collections – you’ll be able to meet her both days of the shop – to chat ‘the up and coming art’ (and buy) till your heart’s content.

Now… What can we say about one of our fav brands in the lands of Sheff – Swallows and Damsons. We’d like to say we created The Chimney House just so we could have a delivery of their sublime florals every week… It’s not far from the truth! The Chimney House adores everything about this ultimate in floral love who have been part of the team since we opened. They are opening a Pop Up Flower Shop in The Front Room of The Chimney House… We’ve been desperate to do this since we opened so this is our perfect chance!!

There’s a few more happenings happening so keep glued to The House Blog for more…. And we may divulge a little more news…

Remember we’re open 10am-4pm Sat 3rd and Sun 4th Dec… See you down on the Island for the wondrous Viccie Markets and of course to visit us!

We’re going to be selling some of our architectural salvo and cool household items similar to what you’ll find in The Chimney House itself…Fab chance to enrich your home and your heart with reclaim treasure… Everything for sale will have a tag on it… So keep your spy eyes out!

In case you missed yesterdays House news… Here’s a mini reminder…

We have some really cool brands joining us in Sheffield for The Chimney House’s Pop Up Shop – we thought we’d tell you a little more about what and who we have making up the shop. The truth is we’re being pestered left right and centre by eager shoppers (ie users of the The Chimney House this week and last)  wanting the inside scoop on what’s going on… So here’s a sneaky snoopy.

Uber cool and strictly chic British luxe scarf brand YAELLE is joining us on Saturday to bring some ultra fine silk into proceedings…Yaelle’s global wanderings have shown her that life is best captured through experience and this lesson unfolds sensually as a rippling silk scarf unfurls showing intricate hand-drawn illustration detailing and story telling and finished with hand painted watercolours and vibrant rich hues.

Let me tell you I have been wearing my YAELLE scarf all week this week keeping out the chill in style and nothing comes close… it is truly amazing!! PS – Check the new YAELLE site… it’s flippin gorgeous…. esp look at the 2012 page… OMG!!

We’ve also got The Speedy Rodgers Cake Co… Now let me tell you about this… Butterly light and utterly divine they specialise in one particular cake which they will be selling either by the slice or by the cake (we heartily recommend you buy the cake) One slice is never enough – I was lucky enough to be gifted said cake as a taster…And by the end of the day the whole thing had gone – and I might just own up to the fact there was no-one about but me (greedy me). Anyhoo – the cakes and the slices are taste sensations and we know we’re going to sell out FAST!!!! Eeeekkk…

We’ve teamed up with the glorious Moonko to do a 2 day installation in the main room upstairs in The Chimney House. They are the epitome of understated cool -  Everything they do and everyone they represent is done so with pure quality and the lightness and grace of pure passion and expertise. We HEART Moonko on every level from the fabulous artists they represent to the lovely team behind the brand with their pure support and promote ethos.  This is your chance to get your hands on exquisite gifts and art. We say when it’s gone it’s gone… And it’s worth getting here early!! It’s maybe worth a mention that our fav National shop of choice Urban Outfitters HEART Moonko as well…Moonko are currently mixing up the bespoke & beautiful with vintage, which can been seen within the likes of Urban Outfitters Kensington, London and Manchester.

Behind MOONKO is Deb Moon -  an artist on her own right, having exhibited in Kobe Japan, Habitat, Cork Street London with works held in private collections – you’ll be able to meet her both days of the shop – to chat ‘the up and coming art’ (and buy) till your heart’s content.

Now… What can we say about one of our fav brands in the lands of Sheff – Swallows and Damsons. We’d like to say we created The Chimney House just so we could have a delivery of their sublime florals every week… It’s not far from the truth! The Chimney House adores everything about this ultimate in floral love who have been part of the team since we opened. They are opening a Pop Up Flower Shop in The Front Room of The Chimney House… We’ve been desperate to do this since we opened so this is our perfect chance!!

There’s a few more happenings happening so keep glued to The House Blog for more…. And we may divulge a little more news…

Remember we’re open 10am-4pm Sat 3rd and Sun 4th Dec… See you down on the Island for the wondrous Viccie Markets and of course to visit us!

We have some really cool brands joining us in Sheffield for The Chimney House’s Pop Up Shop – we thought we’d tell you a little more about what and who we have making up the shop. The truth is we’re being pestered left right and centre by eager shoppers (ie users of the The Chimney House this week and last)  wanting the inside scoop on what’s going on… So here’s a sneaky snoopy.

Uber cool and strictly chic British luxe scarf brand YAELLE is joining us on Saturday to bring some ultra fine silk into proceedings…Yaelle’s global wanderings have shown her that life is best captured through experience and this lesson unfolds sensually as a rippling silk scarf unfurls showing intricate hand-drawn illustration detailing and story telling and finished with hand painted watercolours and vibrant rich hues.

Let me tell you I have been wearing my YAELLE scarf all week this week keeping out the chill in style and nothing comes close… it is truly amazing!! PS – Check the new YAELLE site… it’s flippin gorgeous…. esp look at the 2012 page… OMG!!

We’ve also got The Speedy Rodgers Cake Co… Now let me tell you about this… Butterly light and utterly divine they specialise in one particular cake which they will be selling either by the slice or by the cake (we heartily recommend you buy the cake) One slice is never enough – I was lucky enough to be gifted said cake as a taster…And by the end of the day the whole thing had gone – and I might just own up to the fact there was no-one about but me (greedy me). Anyhoo – the cakes and the slices are taste sensations and we know we’re going to sell out FAST!!!! Eeeekkk…

We’ve teamed up with the glorious Moonko to do a 2 day installation in the main room upstairs in The Chimney House. They are the epitome of understated cool -  Everything they do and everyone they represent is done so with pure quality and the lightness and grace of pure passion and expertise. We HEART Moonko on every level from the fabulous artists they represent to the lovely team behind the brand with their pure support and promote ethos.  This is your chance to get your hands on exquisite gifts and art. We say when it’s gone it’s gone… And it’s worth getting here early!! It’s maybe worth a mention that our fav National shop of choice Urban Outfitters HEART Moonko as well…Moonko are currently mixing up the bespoke & beautiful with vintage, which can been seen within the likes of Urban Outfitters Kensington, London and Manchester.

Behind MOONKO is Deb Moon -  an artist on her own right, having exhibited in Kobe Japan, Habitat, Cork Street London with works held in private collections – you’ll be able to meet her both days of the shop – to chat ‘the up and coming art’ (and buy) till your heart’s content.

Now… What can we say about one of our fav brands in the lands of Sheff – Swallows and Damsons. We’d like to say we created The Chimney House just so we could have a delivery of their sublime florals every week… It’s not far from the truth! The Chimney House adores everything about this ultimate in floral love who have been part of the team since we opened. They are opening a Pop Up Flower Shop in The Front Room of The Chimney House… We’ve been desperate to do this since we opened so this is our perfect chance!!

There’s a few more happenings happening so keep glued to The House Blog for more…. And we may divulge a little more news…

Remember we’re open 10am-4pm Sat 3rd and Sun 4th Dec… See you down on the Island for the wondrous Viccie Markets and of course to visit us!

Naturally we’re on a fully charged megadrive of excitement as we start gettin ready!

We’re not going to give too much away – but today is all about arranging The Front Room ready for the FABULOUS cake shop and mindblowing florist we have moving in… OMG!!!!

Upstairs we’re having merchandising sessions with our soon to be shop resident and making mighty fine use of our wonderful haberdashery units in The Meeting Room. Well fitting it in amongst a fully booked week is shall we say… interesting!!!

Our Pop Up Shop will be open 10-4pm Sat & Sun on the weekend of the Viccie Chrissie Markets – so make sure you pop in!!

More tomorrow!

If you’re not familiar with the markets… Here’s what they say….

The Victorian Christmas Markets. Sheffield, Kelham Island Museum 3rd and 4th Dec 2011. 10-7pm Sat, 10-5 Sun.

Now in its 19th year, the much loved event is set to attract over 12,000 visitors to enjoy music, performers, Christmas gifts and festive food stalls – all with a Dickensian theme.

Christmas shoppers can delight in discovering over 120 stalls located both indoors and out along the cobbled street, all bearing seasonal goods to suit every pocket. From ‘Sheffield Made’ crafts and the ‘Christmas Shop’ to ‘All that Glitters’ treasures and ‘Festive Food and Entertainment’, with traders dressed in traditional Victorian costumes to help find that perfect stocking filler or unusual gift.

Visitors can gather under the gas lamps to enjoy the sights and smells of Christmas. Treats include, hot chestnuts, mulled wine, a scrumptious hog roast and taste sensations from around the world.

Entertainment includes a traditional fairground with gallopers, Santa’s workshop for youngsters and an array of musicians, singers, brass bands and performance artists.

Families can enjoy a great day out exploring the interactive museum galleries that tell the story of early industrialisation to modern times.

For more view here….

HEY! It’s The Chimney House Christmas Pop Up sooooo soon!! The 3^rd and 4^th Dec… handily over the first weekend in December.

Here’s a little teaser!!

We’ve collected together a fine selection of brands and mini companies that we think tick all the boxes for fabulous gifts. Think amazing florals and Christmas wreaths, cakes that will make you cut that second slice without you even thinking about it (we like those best) add to this an installation of one of the hottest brands this side of London (who are on one of the coolest stores in the UK speed dial) and a wondrous unveiling of one of the most sought after British fashion labels who are being snapped in the UK and Europe (think Parisian chic)

We’re also hosting a rather wonderful Mulled Winery (hic) As well as the ‘revealing’ of some CH ‘must have’ collectables for 2012…

It’s totally FOC to get in… We’re right next to The Victorian Christmas Markets at Kelham Island Museam – so it’s a perfect festive weekend… We’re so excited we might burst!!

We’re open 10-4pm both days…. Keep posted more more updates!

It’s been a really busy weekend at The Chimney House! We think this shot sums it up well! Tools to eat!! We’ve had feasts a plenty in The Pop Up Dining Hall and we’ve got a really busy week coming up! Happy Monday to Sheffield and beyond!!

We’re finely tuned into the date which is 3^rd et 4^th December – coincidentally when the Kelham Island Victorian Christmas Market is on… So expect bustle, a large amount of hustle and you may spot a multitude of merry folk making up the throng of Christmas considerably well.

So what we thinking? Well a departmental store of chic proportions does have different departments – right? So that is what we’ll give you – we’re hand picking our brands and our store guide will look like a whos who of the fashion and lifestyle pages of a well known glossy mixed with the tastiest festive treats to eat n buy and the ultimate in Christmas home styling. If we say ‘on-trend’ again we may do ourselves an injury so instead we’ll call it a day and say that if you like your shopping bags filled with the finest delights in the whole of our land…for your nearest and dearest and you and yours – you’ll know where to find us… We’re the one with the big chimney…With lashing and lashings of hot wine…hic.

Keep very posted for our store guide and ways to access the store. If you’re a brand that would like to sell sell sell – then write to us at sally@thechimenyhouse.com with reasons why you’d like to.