Clarence's of Ilfracombe

07/12/2024

The storm might be a raging but thankfully we are all hunkered down and toasty here at Clarence's HQ. Thankfully those Victorians knew a thing or two about building houses! So you might not be able to get outside today, but don't forget we can provide you with lots of exciting Xmas gift ideas. Here's a gallery of things you might like! Gifts for loved ones or even treats for yourself! If anything piques your interest, drop us a DM. Stay safe peeps... x

26/10/2024

Final day in the shop today. Eeek! It's going to be emotional folks. Thank you to each and every one of you who has supported us over the last 3 years. Onwards and sideways! Hopefully, we'll see you all soon as enters this next incarnation. Hasta la vista, baby 😘

13/09/2024

13/09/2024

We are excited to invite you to our World Heart Day event, taking place at The Landmark on Sunday, 29th September, from 10 AM to 4 PM.

This event is dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular health and promoting healthier lifestyles in our community.

Whether you are interested in running activities or hosting a free stall, we are thrilled to have you on board. Your participation will help spread the message of heart health and inspire others to take action toward healthier living.

Event Details:
📅 Date: Sunday, 29th September
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Venue: The Landmark

Contact Natali at: [email protected] for more information or to be sent a booking form.

08/09/2024

After 3 years, will be leaving its high street home at the end of October. We're not retiring or ‘disappearing’, just setting out on a new adventure, so expect some exciting updates in the not-too-distant future!

In the meantime, Nati will be continuing to take on commissions for her gorgeous handmade drum and soft-sided lampshades, as well as running her popular lampshade-making workshops at alternative venues – get in touch if you’d like to set up a bespoke workshop for you and your friends! Follow our socials to find out when and where workshops will be.

Chris’ upcycled camera lamps and industrial lights will be showcased, alongside our larger furniture projects, with the option to see them ‘in the flesh’ at our workshop with absolutely no obligation to buy – throw in free local delivery and what’s not to like?

And don’t forget – if you’ve got a piece of furniture, a room or maybe even a whole house(!?) that you want transformed, get in touch and see how we can help.
So this is not goodbye, it’s just ‘see you later’.

Watch this space… X

Nati & Chris @ Clarence’s of Ilfracombe

30/08/2024

Despite the scaffolding that's still covering the front of the shop, we are open folks! Come in and have a mooch. This is a photo of the shop front sans scaffolding...

06/07/2024

Check out our 'proper' jobs! You can now find us at GreyMatter Editorial Services. We offer the following services:

Your Content Solution Partner for Every Business!

Welcome to GreyMatter Editorial Services: We are Chris and Natalia, and we bring over 50 years of combined editorial experience to help your business shine. As wordsmiths/published authors, small business owners and seasoned professionals, we are passionate about delivering top-quality content services tailored to your unique needs. Plus, with Chris’s expertise as a photographer, we can offer stunning visual content to complement our writing & editorial services.

Our Services Include:
Copywriting: Craft engaging and persuasive content to attract and retain customers.
Content Development: Develop high-quality, original content tailored to your audience.
Copy Editing: Refine your messages for clarity, consistency, and impact.
Proofreading: Ensure your content is error-free and polished.
Indexing: Organize your information for easy navigation.
Fact Checking: Verify the accuracy of your content.
Project Management: Seamlessly handle your projects from start to finish.
Picture Research & Design: Enhance your content with eye-catching visuals and professional design.
Photography: Capture stunning images that tell your brand’s story and engage your audience.

We also have extensive experience in book publishing and offer a bespoke service for first-time authors as well as established writers. From manuscript development and editing to cover design and marketing strategies, we provide personalized support to help you bring your book to life.

From social media posts to full-scale marketing campaigns, no project is too big or too small. We work with businesses across all industries, helping you connect with your customers and achieve your goals.

📞 Contact us today to discuss how we can elevate your business with exceptional content and photography!
(Image courtesy of Creative Review via Pinterest)

11/06/2024

Yay! Sunshine 🌞 ☀️ We are open and full of JOYFUL things! Come and say hello

11/06/2024

Yesterday afternoon was all about the spray booth! We can customise in any colour or any combination of colours!

28/05/2024

This is such an incredible thing!

Ok, we're drumming up some help and support for a big series of community projects happening in town.

As some say we have some dull areas around Ilfracombe which stand out and need a little touch up and TLC.

We will be donating our time and resources to complete a series of symbolic murals that spread across town. These will be covering up any neglected spaces in public areas. We have permission for certain locations to start with and need the communities help.

This can be in the form of donating old surplus paints (emulsion) or even letting us paint your walls if they are located in a public space and in need of brightening up.

All the symbols relate to our local surroundings with an eco-sustainable meaning behind them.
We will be using masonry emulsions for long lasting murals.

If you wish to get involved please drop in to the shop for more details or message us.

Alternatively you can pop along to the Landmark on this Sunday from 10am. We will be part of the Ilfracombe Bio-Blitz sharing our project and ethos.

We look forward to hearing from anyone willing to get involved to revamp our 'hidden gem town' for more public art and education for sustainability.

You can then relate back to our website for more info and progress: www.silkcrystal.co.uk/blogs/projects