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27th December 2017 Meet the lady who ‘puts the bow on top’ of Alexander and James sofas: We talk with Michelle Hoines-White, Brand Director Alexander and James. Michelle Hoines-White is seriously busy, as she always is, so we...

18th December 2017 How often should you buy a new mattress?: How much does a mattress matter? Sounds a bit like a tongue twister doesn’t it? Despite being a bit difficult to say, it is in fact quite...

27th November 2017 When it comes to sofas you must have the right angle.: And right now with sofas the right angle is - the right angle. Yes, the corner sofa is the big news in lounge furnishings. Let’s start...

16th November 2017 Worried about having a house full of family and friends over the festive season?: Bring it on! Above all else the festive season is about family and friends. It’s a time for getting together. A time for socialising...

24th October 2017 Autumn at home: We all have that slight sadness when summer comes to an end. Even if it isn’t the best one ever, summer is something we enjoy. Then, suddenly,...

12th October 2017 Alexander and James - you can’t just call them sofas.: They’re so much more than that. When you own a sofa by Alexander and James you own not just a sofa, or a couch, but a statement. Or...

25th September 2017 What’s in a name?: Quite a lot when that name is Parker Knoll. In the world of furniture there is a handful of names that need little or no introduction. They...

6th September 2017 Stacks of ideas. Storage ideas.: Cupboards and shelves groaning? We’ve got some great ideas for you…. Admit it. Sometimes it feels like there’s simply no...

31st August 2017 Ercol - Take a fresh look at the country look: Right now the country style look is the trend that’s defining interiors. Less to do with cosy cottages and more about light and airy rooms,...

8th August 2017 Are they getting ready to go to University?: We suggest you do some studying! Someone in the family about to go to university? You’ll doubtless want to help (like you’ll...

4th July 2017 Discover Sage by Heston Blumenthal, at Aldiss: Here at Aldiss, we love a gadget – anything clever that does the work twice as well in half the time is just up our street. And Heston...

26th May 2017 Picnics & Parties: Fresh, cool grass in between your toes, icy sweet drinks and long, lazy afternoons relaxing in the sunshine – summer is on its way and...

17th May 2017 Get To Know Our Chairman – Mr Tim Aldiss: 2017 sees the Aldiss team past and present celebrate the business’ 125th anniversary, the company’s chairman Tim Aldiss reflects...

25th April 2017 Meet The Aldiss Buyers: Victoria - Aldiss Furniture Buying Director (left) & Tina - Aldiss Trading Director (right) At Aldiss, being on trend is really important,...

24th March 2017 At Home In Norfolk Since 1892: At Aldiss we have been furnishing homes in Norfolk and beyond since 1892. In those 125 years trends have changed, but now, as then, our range...

8th March 2017 People’ s Draper Who Founded A Retail Dynasty: At Aldiss this year we are celebrating 125 years of trading in the county. Here are some memories from Tim Aldiss about his remarkable...

3rd January 2017 Our Spring Summer 2017 Home Trend Forecast: The outlook is bright. Spring/ summer 17’s home trends include graphic pops of colour, punchy pastels and a new twist on classic monochrome...