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164-166 Kensington High Street Kensington London, London W8 7RG United Kingdom +44 20 7795 6983 http://www.argos.co.uk/ customer.enquiries@argos.co.uk |
It seems as though the familiar catalogue of Argos, which (seemingly) contains just about everything you could ever want, has been around forever. For those unfamiliar with the concept, the drill goes pick that blender, answering machine, stereo or anything else you want from the extensive catalogue, in-store. Record the item information, check if the stock is available on a coloured calculator-type device and take it up to the counter, where you can pick up your goods if available. Prices are generally reasonable, and all goods can now be ordered online. But Argos services do not end there. Ring and reserve, home shopping, wedding list, and interest free credit are amongst the multitude of services available. Branches are everywhere - check online or in your phone directory for your closest. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Kristin Breivik |
 Photo: Kristin Breivik |
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Framers extraordinaire |
703 Fulham Road Fulham London, London SW6 5UL United Kingdom +44 20 7736 0337 |
Artbeat's main speciality is framing, and it offers a very flexible and competent framing service, despite the cluttered appearance of the shop. The owner has more than 17 years of experience and will frame anything - from prints to originals, from football shirts to your kid's first pair of shoes. Artbeat also has a large stock of both fine art and modern posters, and some limited edition prints. A comprehensive poster-ordering service is also available, with next day and postal delivery possible. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beads and craft work |
21a Tower Street Covent Garden London, London WC2H 9NS United Kingdom +44 20 7240 0931 http://www.beadshop.co.uk/ sales@beadworks.co.uk |
Here, at the largest bead shop in Europe, novices can get their first taste of making their own beaded jewellery. Starter kits are on sale to teach you how to thread and bead to beautiful effect. The beads themselves come in all shapes, sizes and colours, from clear plastic heart-shaped trinkets to marble-sized semi-precious stones. The staff are very helpful and should you wish to turn your hobby into a business, The Bead Shop even offers wholesale deals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Blade Rubber |
12 Bury Place Opposite the British Museum London, London WC1A 2JL United Kingdom +44 20 7831 4123 http://www.bladerubberstamps.c... info@bladerubberstamps.co.uk |
Blade Rubber touts itself as having London's largest range of art rubber stamps and accessories. Take a step inside and you are whisked away to an alternative universe where every image imaginable has been imprinted on a wooden stamp. Choose from this huge range or have your own designs made up. They are far from cheap but make useful accessories, and can add a nice touch to stationery which is also sold here. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Medicines and make-up |
127A Kensington High Street Kensington London, London W8 5SF United Kingdom +44 20 7938 1620 http://www.wellbeing.com/ |
This large chain store offers a wide range of toiletries, beauty products, perfumes and cosmetics. Bigger stores like this one have concessions by names such as Clinique, Revlon and Ruby & Millie. Boots has a pharmaceutical section where you can buy prescription and non-prescription drugs. If you need photo developing, a new film for your camera or even a new camera, Boots also has a good photographic centre. They often have fun gift ideas too - from photo frames and candlesticks to designer perfumes or their own Natural Collection bath products - it's always easy to find things to pamper yourself or a friend! As in this store, many branches also sell things for the home such as cutlery, mugs and plates. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Friendly and colourful |
612 Fulham Road Fulham London SW6 5RP United Kingdom +44 20 7731 7633 |
Bravura is a friendly and colourful creative art studio where you can come and spend a few hours decorating ceramics, doing a bit of glass painting, making a mosaic or designing some jewellery. There is a set studio fee of £5 for adults and £3 for children. If you feel like daubing a bit of paint on some clay, there are about 60 different vessels to choose from. Bravura is hugely popular with kids and runs the Splat Club during the school holidays, specifically for 5-12-year olds who want to get messy. It hosts kids' parties, too, at a cost of £14 per child. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 World's Leading Art Auction House |
8 King Street London SW1Y 6QT United Kingdom +44 20 7839 9060 http://www.christies.com info@christies.com |
Christie's was founded in 1766 and now has 85 offices in 43 countries throughout the world. During this time it has gained a reputation for quality auctions of unique pieces. Every year they have over 600 auctions selling a wide range of fine art, jewelery and other collectibles. Whilst many of the prices are out of range for most of us (some items go for over $80 million), there are some cheaper items and it is well worth visiting just to see it. They also provide talks, exhibitions and specialist art education and degree level courses. - Caroline Collard Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Garden designing! |
68 Regents Park Road London, London NW1 8XN United Kingdom +44 (0)20 7586 5533 http://www.cliftoncollection.c... mail@cliftoninteriors.com |
This lifestyle store provides creative solutions to your boring dwelling. It can give your home the much needed aesthetic face lift. Also you can choose from the wide array of wooden furniture or get your interiors done altogether by the renowned designers of Clifton collection. You'll fall in love with your abode all over again. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 The Grosvenor House Art & Antiques Fair |
Park Lane (Grosvenor House) London, London W1K 7TN United Kingdom +44 20 7399 8100 http://www.grosvenorfair.co.uk info@grosvenorfair.co.uk |
The Great Room at the Grosvenor House plays host each June to more than 100 top art dealers from around the world. Browse through manuscripts, carpets, paintings, ceramics, furniture, glass, prints, metal work, scientific instruments and much more. Everyone from enthusiastic novices and collectors to museum curators and experts are welcome and all art is for sale. A charity gala ends the event. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Make it yourself |
339 Kentish Town Road Kentish Town London, London NW5 United Kingdom +44 870 203 2323 / +44 870 202 8007 http://www.londonbeadco.co.uk/ londonbead@dial.pipex.com |
The London Bead Co. attracts bead folk who like to string up their own necklaces and anklets. Their stock of beads, precious stones, trinkets and sequins are enough to inspire the craft-curious in us al, and they also have a diverse collection of fabrics, lace, ribbons and other trimmings. It's the perfect place to collect material for fancy dress costumes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Instant development and accessories |
170 Kings Road Chelsea London, London SW3 4UP United Kingdom +44 20 7351 4472 http://www.snappysnaps.co.uk/ info@snappysnaps-chelsea.co.uk |
If you need your photos developed instantly, look for the yellow and green logo of popular chain Snappy Snaps. Along with one-hour and basic photo development, Snappy Snaps can enlarge, duplicate and restore old photos. As well as the usual camera films and frames, you'll find a large selection of photo albums and other accessories for sale here. There's also a T-shirt printing service, which will scan your favourite photos onto clothing. Developing prices are pretty much average. Branches everywhere. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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