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Clare's Boutique & Shabby Chic Quality second hand furniture and home accessories warehouse with bespoke up-cycling workshop. The home of quality, bespoke and upcycled furniture.
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The Timeless Charm of Stag Minstrel – A Furniture Favourite That Never Goes Out of Style!Three beautiful new additions h...
01/11/2026

The Timeless Charm of Stag Minstrel – A Furniture Favourite That Never Goes Out of Style!

Three beautiful new additions have just arrived at Clare's Boutique & Shabby Chic!

There's something rather special about Stag Minstrel furniture. Perhaps it's the timeless design, the beautiful craftsmanship or the fact that, decades after it first became popular, it's still finding its way into stylish homes across the country.

And here at Clare's Boutique & Shabby Chic, we absolutely LOVE it!

We're delighted to announce that THREE fabulous new additions to our Stag Minstrel collection have just arrived, and we have a feeling they won't be hanging around for long!

Why Is Stag Minstrel Furniture So Popular?

Originally introduced in the 1960s, Stag Minstrel became one of Britain's most recognisable furniture ranges. Known for its elegant proportions, traditional styling and practical designs, it was built with longevity in mind.

Fast-forward to today, and Stag Minstrel has found a whole new generation of admirers!

Why? Because quality furniture never truly goes out of fashion.

With its distinctive drawer fronts, classic handles and beautifully balanced designs, Stag Minstrel offers something that many modern mass-produced pieces simply cannot match – character, quality and the opportunity to create something truly unique.

The Upcycling Revolution – Giving Stag Minstrel a New Lease of Life

If there's one furniture collection that lends itself beautifully to upcycling, it's Stag Minstrel!

Its classic styling makes it the perfect canvas for a modern transformation. Whether painted in sophisticated black, soft neutral tones, rich greens or bold statement colours, these pieces can be completely reinvented to complement today's interiors.

And that's where we come in!

With over 14 years of furniture upcycling experience, we love taking quality pre-loved furniture and creating something beautiful for another generation to enjoy.

But here's the best part...

You don't have to buy it already painted!

At Clare's Boutique & Shabby Chic, many of our pieces can be purchased in their original condition, or you can choose our bespoke upcycling option, allowing you to select a colour and finish that perfectly complements your home.

Love the traditional wood finish? Keep it!

Fancy a dramatic transformation? Let's get creative!

After all, your furniture should reflect YOUR personality.

Just Arrived – Three New Stag Minstrel Additions!

We're excited to welcome three fantastic new additions to our collection:

- Stag Minstrel Dressing Table with Triple Mirror – A beautifully traditional piece, full of elegance and charm. Perfect for creating a gorgeous bedroom dressing area.

- Stag Minstrel Chest of Drawers – Practical, stylish and offering plenty of storage. A classic piece that could look absolutely stunning with a bespoke makeover.

- Matching Stag Minstrel Bedside Cabinets – The perfect finishing touch to a coordinated bedroom, bringing together both style and functionality.

Imagine the possibilities of creating a beautifully coordinated bedroom suite, finished in a colour of your choice!

Whether you're looking for a complete matching collection or just one statement piece, these new arrivals are definitely worth a look.

Sustainable Furniture with a Story to Tell

At Clare's Boutique & Shabby Chic, sustainability is at the heart of what we do.

Why replace beautifully made furniture when we can give it a whole new chapter?

Choosing pre-loved Stag Minstrel furniture isn't just a stylish decision – it's also a more sustainable way to furnish your home.

By reusing, restoring and upcycling existing pieces, we help reduce unnecessary waste while preserving furniture that still has so much life left to give.

And with our growing collection of sustainability and furniture retail awards, we're incredibly proud to continue championing a more environmentally conscious approach to home interiors.

Old furniture? Absolutely. Outdated? Never!

Don't Miss Out – Our Stag Collection Is Always Popular!

One thing we've learned over the years is that Stag Minstrel furniture attracts plenty of attention, particularly when matching pieces become available.

Our latest stock has been moving quickly, so if you've been searching for Stag furniture, now is the perfect time to take a look.

Browse our latest arrivals online

Or come and see us at:

Clare's Boutique & Shabby Chic
The Ashford Emporium
Unit 18 Creative Enterprise Quarter
Javelin Way, Henwood
Ashford, Kent, TN24 8FN

Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am–4pm

Whether you're a lover of traditional furniture, an upcycling enthusiast or simply looking for something beautiful and different, we'd love to help you find your next furniture treasure.

Three new Stag Minstrel additions. Endless possibilities. One more reason to fall in love with pre-loved furniture! ❤️

*Clare's Boutique & Shabby Chic – Where yesterday's furniture becomes tomorrow's treasure.*

Pop in and say hello!All your second hand sustainable furniture in one place...Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic The Ashfor...
31/10/2026

Pop in and say hello!
All your second hand sustainable furniture in one place...Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic The Ashford Emporium Unit 18 Creative Enterprise Quarter, Javelin Way, Henwood, Ashford, Kent. TN24 8FN
OPEN - Tuesday to Sunday 9.30-3.30pm
or shop online

Just Completed and now available.Painted in the new Sophie James Ferndown with stained and lacquered tops, original hand...
30/10/2026

Just Completed and now available.
Painted in the new Sophie James Ferndown with stained and lacquered tops, original handles.

THREE Deliveries in ONE Week… AND Another Award! The excitement just keeps on coming at Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic!W...
30/10/2026

THREE Deliveries in ONE Week… AND Another Award!

The excitement just keeps on coming at Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic!

Well, what can we say? It's been an absolutely incredible week here at Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic, and things certainly aren't slowing down anytime soon!

Our THIRD delivery in just ONE WEEK is arriving this morning!

Yes, you read that correctly!
Three deliveries, seven days, and a whole lot of gorgeous sustainable furniture and home accessories looking for their next loving homes.

Our collection is growing by the day, with even more beautiful, unique and affordable pieces to choose from. Whether you're searching for that perfect statement piece, a practical addition to your home or a little something with character and charm, there's never been a better time to browse.

And the best part? Everything is already available to purchase online

Shop the latest arrivals now.

Don't Hang Around… Because Our Furniture Certainly Isn't!

One thing we've noticed recently is just how quickly our stock is finding new homes!

With so many one-off pieces arriving, there's always something different to discover. But unlike mass-produced furniture, many of our items are completely unique, meaning once they're gone, they're gone!

So, if something catches your eye, don't leave it too long. That gorgeous piece you've been thinking about might just be someone else's new favourite purchase tomorrow!

And remember, many of our pieces can also be professionally upcycled in a colour and finish of your choice, giving you the opportunity to create something truly personal for your home.

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STOP THE PRESS… WE'VE WON ANOTHER AWARD!

As if three deliveries in one week weren't exciting enough, we're absolutely delighted to share another incredible piece of news.

Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic has been awarded:

Best Upcycled Furniture Specialists – Kent 2027

The Elevate Business Awards

WOW! Another prestigious title to add to our growing collection of awards, and another wonderful recognition of the work, passion and dedication that goes into everything we do.

For us, upcycling has never been simply about giving an old piece of furniture a coat of paint.

It's about seeing beauty where others might not, recognising the potential in forgotten furniture and giving quality pieces a second chance to shine.

It's about creativity, craftsmanship and, most importantly, sustainability.

Every piece of furniture we rescue, restore, reinvent or rehome is another piece that can continue to be enjoyed rather than unnecessarily discarded.

From Humble Beginnings to Award-Winning Success

When Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic began back in 2014, the dream was simple: to breathe new life into furniture and encourage people to see the beauty and value in buying second-hand.

Over the years, there have been plenty of challenges, changes and adventures along the way, but our passion for sustainable furniture has never wavered.

Now, with a growing collection of industry awards, an expanding retail space at The Ashford Emporium and more beautiful stock arriving than ever before, we're incredibly proud of how far we've come.

This latest award is particularly special because it recognises the very heart of our business — upcycling and sustainability.

And while the awards are lovely (we're certainly not complaining about finding room for another one! 😂), the greatest reward will always be seeing our furniture finding new homes and knowing we're making a positive difference, one piece at a time.

# # # A Huge Thank You to Our Wonderful Customers! ❤️

None of this would be possible without you.

Every purchase, recommendation, kind review, social media share and word of encouragement helps our little independent business continue to grow.

Your support allows us to keep doing what we love, bringing beautiful, affordable and sustainable furniture to homes across Kent and beyond.

So, from the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU!

Come and See What's New!

With three deliveries in one week, a growing collection of beautiful furniture and another award under our belt, there's certainly plenty to celebrate!

Why not pop in for a browse, or grab yourself a cuppa and explore our latest arrivals online?

Visit us at:
Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic
The Ashford Emporium
Unit 18 Creative Enterprise Quarter
Javelin Way, Henwood
Ashford, Kent, TN24 8FN

Shop online 24/7:

Delivery options available
Click & Collect available
Bespoke furniture upcycling commissions welcomed

Beautiful furniture. Sustainable choices. Award-winning creativity.

And remember… if you love it, don't leave it!

Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic — giving furniture a second chance and helping beautiful homes tell their own stories since 2014.

More Newness Now Online and in store tomorrow!Check out all the new stock online today as you all know by now it won't b...
29/10/2026

More Newness Now Online and in store tomorrow!
Check out all the new stock online today as you all know by now it won't be around for long!

Delivery has all arrived in store although we have already sold 5 items before they hit the shop floor!!Dont miss out sh...
28/10/2026

Delivery has all arrived in store although we have already sold 5 items before they hit the shop floor!!
Dont miss out shop online or inshore at Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic The Ashford Emporium Unit 18 Creative Enterprise Quarter, Javelin Way, Henwood, Ashford, Kent. TN24 8FN
Open Tuesday to Sunday 9.30-3.30pm

New Stock Now all available ONLINE 😍
26/10/2026

New Stock Now all available ONLINE 😍

Wow so the delivery arrived on Friday…Saturday we had our busiest day ever…Followed by a very busy Sunday…And you’ve nea...
26/10/2026

Wow so the delivery arrived on Friday…
Saturday we had our busiest day ever…
Followed by a very busy Sunday…
And you’ve nearly cleared out all the delivered items!

So I’ve been shopping again!

Another 20 items will be added to the Website today for pre-purchase ahead of arrival.

I will be posting in the next couple of days once the Furniture has arrived in the shop for viewing and install purchasing if you prefer to wait. 

Record breaking day today for Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic thank you Ashford and surrounds for really embracing our et...
24/10/2026

Record breaking day today for Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic thank you Ashford and surrounds for really embracing our ethos on recycling sustainable furniture x

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Unit 18 Creative Enterprise Quarter, Javelin Way, Henwood
Ashford
TN248FN

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Sunday 9:30am - 3:30pm

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