Monthly Archives: October 2017

Hygge has been a huge home interior trend throughout 2017 and Christmas is no exception. The hygge trend celebrates cosy comforts with its use of neutral tones and soft, textured fabrics. Taken from a Danish word to used to acknowledge a special feeling or moment, Hygge is the perfect trend for colder months. Be prepared for warm lights, natural tones and soft textures. Every great Christmas starts with a great tree. Truly embrace this theme with a real tree. This authentic base will create the…

As we begin to spend more time in doors, and welcome friends and family there has never been a better time to get the overalls out and start the new season afresh. But before you get started there are a few steps you should take to create the perfect painting base: Fill it in It may seem obvious, but this is a step that can be easily missed! Before you even think about picking up that paint brush take a good hard look at your walls and fill in any minor lines or cracks - even hairline cracks can…

Have a glamorous Christmas this year with the Leekes Crystal Clear theme. Add an elegant touch to your interior - this trend is sure to make any room sparkle with a big emphasis on white and silver, bringing a whole new meaning to the term ‘White Christmas’. Our beautiful and bright decorations paired with delicate glass and crystal is perfect combination for an at home winter wonderland. Ensure your decorations gain full impact, with a great tree. For this we recommend Kaemingk Nordmann Fir…

Inspired by the great colours of America. Our playful Americana Christmas theme is a celebration of the bright and beautiful and is sure to put a smile on your guests faces. This traditional Christmas with a twist features bright blues, rich reds and wonderful white decorations and is perfect for those who don’t take Christmas too seriously. For this theme the more is definitely the merrier! Create the perfect base for a plethora of decorations with the  Nordman Fir Christmas Tree. This large…

With the heat of the sun on your face quickly becoming a fading memory, British summer time is coming to an end. As the clocks go back this Sunday take the time to reminisce in the memories and plan many more, with an extra hour in bed. Lazy Sundays in bed are what autumn was made for, so make sure you are making the most of it - with a comfortable and stylish bed that you won’t want to leave. The Sleepeezee Roma provides a neutral, relaxing colour palette whilst the built-in draws allow for…

From ghouls and ghost, to fireworks and toffee apples - autumn is truly upon us. If you’re starting to consider the festive season then there has never been a better time to update your interior with furniture from Leekes. Sit Down and Catch Up Be prepared to welcome guests with a new sofa. A sofa is likely to be the largest piece of furniture in a room, so it is important that it reflects your personal style and taste. Add a touch of luxury to a cosy home with the Casa Blush recliner. This contemporary…

Book your seat at an extra special breakfast table this season. Watch your favourite characters come to life this Christmas at the Leekes Character Breakfast. Your fun filled morning will include breakfast, colouring competitions, fancy dress competitions and a FREE gift from a very special someone. Don’t miss this exclusive event - book in store now! Bilston Breakfast with Santa Saturday 9th December 9:30am-10:30am and 10:45am - 11:45am Sunday 10th December 10:45am - 11:45am Cross Hands Breakfast…

On October 16th people world wide celebrated World Food day, a time to come together and be grateful that we have enough food to eat every day. With money and awareness raised, along with national media coverage, the day was a huge success. However hunger is still a major problem with 1 in 9 people being undernourished - so it is important that you consider this all year round. One third of all food produced for human consumption is wasted but we can all reduce our food waste at home. Here are…

Leekes have been named winners at The Excellence in Housewares Awards 2017 for the second consecutive year! Organised by Progressive Housewares magazine in conjunction with the Cookshop & Housewares Association, the awards have been recognising and rewarding UK retailers, products and suppliers for 18 years. “The Excellence in Housewares Awards are widely recognised as the ‘Oscars’ for the housewares industry,” commented Jo Howard, editor of Progressive Housewares magazine, “In…

Here at Leekes we understand that your home is your world and so protecting it is a serious investment. As October is National Home Security Month, we thought we would take this opportunity to provide you with some hints and tips on how to keep your home safe. 1.Keep it locked. With most of our homes being empty for over 8 hours a day, ensuring that your home is sealed has never been more important. Thieves can spot an old lock a mile off so it may be time to consider upgrading. Open the door to…