Inspirations 'Wallcoverings, Fabrics and Design' isn't in the most frequented area, being in a…read morerather remote location on the city end of Roundhay Road. The clue to its existence is a rather demure sign and a patchwork of wallpaper and fabrics covering the windows. This is a good indication of the interior as it really is collaged all over with an array of different wallpaper and fabric samples as well as curtains on rails. Shelves all round the room house folder after folder of wallpaper and curtain fabric samples, all of high quality and many with a lavish, sumptuous plush feel. There are also displays of curtain rails and hooks of a range of different styles. They also sell paint in a wide range of colours. This place would be heaven for any house-proud type who delights in choosing the precise style, colour and design of all their interior décor. There are wallpapers and fabrics here to suit literally any colour scheme and to appeal to most tastes. My favourite fabric was some luxurious-looking silk tartan in an array of jewel like colours and designs. Scrumptious!

Junk Again is another fantastic furniture place that doesn't require you be to snobby and rich to…read morepurchase their goods. I like Habitat, don't get me wrong, but really, why bother when you can get good quality furniture for much less. Especially if you are a student! Which is perfect for this area. Flocks of students come and go through Leeds, moving every year and needing to get rid of or attain furniture every time they do. Junk Again are aware of this and have cleverly positioned themselves not far from the postcodes that are predominantly student populated. If you are looking for a cabinet, a table, or arm chair, or are looking to get rid of, a fridge, a freezer, or chimney pot, Junk Again is a great place to go. They are slightly chaotic but that just adds to that old fashioned feel of shops of this type. Plus no-one will look down their polished nose at you as they so often do in Habitat.

When my friends and I moved house last year we opted for a grand four bedroom house that was…read moreunfurnished as it wold cost us a little less. That, sadly, was not the case in the end but that's more to do with the Estate Agent and building than anything else. However, pretty much the only thing that we required for our move was a sofa and some arm chairs. Enter: Junk Again! My old housemate had spotted Junk Again on her way through Woodhouse and suggested that we tried here for a cheap second hand suite. I was game for any bargain and so when she called me, all a fluster, to tell me about this awesome sofa, two arm chairs and a pouffe for a mere £40, I came immediately to the scene. Yes. That's right. All that for forty flippin' pounds. The friendly chap explained that he had planned to have them cleaned but hadn't yet, so was willing to let them go for that much - all we needed to do was clean them. No probs, Handy Hire in Headingley solved that one for us dirt cheap too! We couldn't have been more chuffed. Inside you'll find an array of lovely old furniture and the odd antique, for seriously cheap prices. My advice is: if you're moving look here first. I've a few more things I need myself so I'm planning a re-visit very soon...

The White Company is a lovely shop that really is a bright, sparkling white. Everywhere you look,…read moreyou will find lush white items for your home, bath and body. They even stock a range of clothing for men, women and children and babies. The prices are good for what you get and even though a few bits and pieces may exceed your budget, there's plenty of less expensive, beautiful pieces to choose from. The website is very organised and easy to shop from so you'll get a good idea of the stores from there. Five stars from me for being so organised, pretty and affordable!

The first thing I noticed upon entering The White Company was the gorgeous smell, fresh, floral,…read morespringy, and perfectly suited to the clean, spacious and bright interior. The White Company has a very distinctive style and the clue is in its name, with the majority of their products in varying white, cream and neutral tones. Simple, yet sophisticated, the theme runs throughout their clothing and home ware ranges. Their clothing range is carefully in keeping with the minimalist chic of the brand, think a classier Boden without the often over- enthusiastic brightly-coloured fruit prints. Probably aimed at women in their forties and over, it actually has many pieces which are quite versatile due to their simplicity and could suit a range of ages and tastes. The home ware section included some very pretty bed-spreads and vintage-style quilts and they also bathroom accessories and storage, furniture and a range of gifts. The clothing range extends to children and babies, adding a few splashes of colour to the otherwise neutral palette. There are also some pretty cute soft toys and wooden blocks etc. for babies. The White Company also sells a range of scents for body and home, which I expect were responsible for the yummy smell I described earlier! Overall the products are very tasteful and due to its generally neutral and minimalist style it is a good choice for gift buying as would suit many tastes. Price tags, however, are not average high street though not through the roof either.

What started off well, didn't work out so good in the end here…read more. The store in Leeds is amazing, spread up over 4 floors (yes, even the attic is cram packed) they've such a range of furnishings & accessories - although none sale/discounted prices are on the steep side for some items there's others that you can't understand why they're so cheap! My tales of woe however, aren't regarding the store itself but the stores & aftercare team - I bought a (very nice ;o) ) chrome & leather rocking chair from them, which was delivered very timely with a great service of the delivery people texting you to keep you updated & provide you with an opportunity to text back with an alternative time/date at your own convenience. Unfortunately the warehouse packed my delivery incorrectly, and I received 2 seated sections for the chair & no back piece. Mistakes happen yes, so I called them & explained but was told it would be another month before they could rectify it - clearly I wasn't going to accept this, so the customer service officer agreed that she would call around the stores & get someone to ship one out to me. All good? No! Didn't hear anything back so I called again - no record of my previous contact, so had to start the fiasco all over . Eventually getting a new piece for the chair..

I have to say, although having only been the once, I was instantly a fan of this fabulous shop…read more Along every wall you'll spot home made trinkets, specially crafted delights, and lovingly crafted goodies that appeal to a wide range of tastes. It's a pure treasure trove of locally crafted art work, paintings, crochet, knitting, jewellery, decorative pieces, hand bags, furniture and more. Each section has its own personality, and the shop shines as a haven of talent, made up of the various creative items displayed within. I realise this perhaps speaks to those who enjoy pretty things a little more than those who don't, but I'd whole heartedly recommend anyone wander in and take a good long browes - be it for gift shopping, inspiration, or simply to marvel at what can be created by our local talent. What's more, Fabrication hold regular classes, including sewing lessons, crochet and more. I've intended upon taking a class for some time, but haven't found the time, although I've heard some very good reports from folks I know who've partaken. Essentially, I've wanted to learn how to sew for a while, since it's one of the many talents my mother has that I didn't take advantage of whilst at home, and would love to see if I can continue the trend. I won't make a promise here in writing, but watch this space. I may be a dressmaker yet! The real lesson here? Visit this place now. Visit, get your creativity flowing, and support the local scene!

What great shop. Selling goods from local artists. I bought several cards from the hilarious…read moreRubbish Seaside section as well as a few Leeds Brudenell Social Club cards by Richard Heald. The Brudenell is one of the best music venues I have ever been to. Nice way to commemorate my love of it by framing these cards. Staff were very friendly as well. A must visit each time I am in Leeds.

James Macintyre & Co specialise in floral pottery, lamps and a range of other home ware as well as…read morecards and artwork with a similar style. The products all have a vintage and quite pretty art nouveau style with gently curving plants and highly stylised flowers and insects. The aesthetic runs throughout the shop, though with a wide range of variations on the theme. The smaller items like cards and picture frames are good if you like the style, but aren't prepared to splash out on a lamp. The shop is compact, with a pleasant, welcoming atmosphere and helpful staff.

This shop specialises in art pottery and has a vast selection of vases and art work for your home…read more They have some really unusual pieces and some are actually quite humorous. They have catalogues that you can choose items from to be ordered and also offer gift cards, lamp bases and shades and collections from Prestige Moorcroft. The shop is small and homely, pop in and have a look around.

Ideal Carpets and Furniture Centre seems to have two premises directly opposite each other, unless…read moresome hardcore blatant copyright infringement is kicking off between two shops a stone's throw away from each other! Either way, the smaller shop sells a wide range of sofas to suit different tastes and pockets, and a selection of smaller furniture such as coffee tables and small shelving units. The blokes running the shop seem friendly and eager to help. They have a variety of furniture catalogues to enable customers to order in any piece of furniture that isn't on display. They also have a limited range of beds, dining tables and wardrobes. As well as furniture they have plenty of carpet samples on display. Though if it's a carpet you're looking for you're probably better of missioning- it across the road as the other shop is VAST and sells carpets carpets carpets! They come in a huge variety of thicknesses, colours and patterns which should satisfy most tastes and budgets. Between the two shops Ideal Carpets and Furniture Centre seem to have the average person's living room requirements covered!

I need to put some blinds in my house that i am renting out. I rang Alams, booked a time for them…read moreto come out and measure then give me prices. When i rang Ideal, i was told i had to measure myself go into store get a rough price then if im happy he will go measure and then give me accurate price! Well clearly they are a multi billion pound business and can afford to be lazy! Well keep your blinds, il be going somewhere that does NOT require me to do their job for them!

There's a growing joy to the Corn Exchange once again, and perhaps it was something to do with the…read morefabulous Judy's Vintage Pop-Up Shop upstairs, but when I came in for a browse here I was in a great mood. The cute and trinkety items that I found within only served to match that mood, as did the pleasant aroma and very "zen" vibe of the goods inside. Whilst it's true the items aren't cheap, since I'm sure you could get similar for less if you really tried, they are delightful. The kinds of furniture you would love as a show off piece in your home and more than a few knick-knacks that would make a delightful addition to anyone's mantel piece collection. Think Eastern style decorative items, ornaments and such like and you'll have an idea. A little like Shared Earth but less obviously fair trade. (They might be, I'll have to check that though!) I think I'll certainly be back for the gorgeous green tea sets, as they would make a great gift for many friends of mine, though I must admit there's a huge chance it will be kept for yours truly... Surely worth a browse for a moment or two, and as Christmas looms, perhaps just that little bit more.

Although these products could be purchased cheaper by going directly to these countries, What about…read morethe even bigger companies that sell these items at an even larger profit?? Graham and Greene have the very same morroccan pouffes for sale at £130.00, nearly double the price than that of yellow sunrise....Also shops like THE PIER and CARGO which will sell wall hangings etc for five to six times the price of what they are worth.. I am certainly not a wealthy wife but I would prefer to buy from yellow sunrise than some of the other ,fat cat, companies around.

Danber is a very small curtain stall in the lower market hall. It is full to bursting with curtains…read moreof different lengths, fabrics, thicknesses and colours. Due to its tiny size, though, it is unable to offer a great deal of choice so it wouldn't be the obvious shop of choice for anyone wanting to browse through a range of styles. However, prices are cheap though so if you did find something suitable it certainly wouldn't break the bank. If you like the twee look they have a few sets of cutesy lace curtains and some frilly curtains with matching pelmets, ties and thick lace edges printed with fruit. They would look very at home in a country kitchen with a gingham table cloth and an apple pie in the oven! If you're looking for curtains on a tight budget and aren't very picky about the precise colour or design then it may be worth a look in Danber.

the best shop for curtains but especially nets. The owner is the nicest and kindest shopowner I…read morehave ever known and will help you in any way possible. If only all shops were like this one.

J.J.'s Junction's wares spill out onto the pavement - plastic chairs, bins, buckets, baby baths,…read morelaundry baskets, and my absolute favourite: rolls of plastic table cloth material with a variety of brilliant designs including shiny gold or silver floral, a coral reef, pasta and some very pretty vintage-style lace patterns...Amazing! If I'd had any money on me I shudder to think how much of this tacky/kitsch gloriousness I would've bought I must say I simply can't imagine how they manage to get all that stuff inside every evening! Inside the shop is full to the brim with such a mad range of bits and bobs it's pretty hard to pin it down. There's loads of crockery, some of which I rather love decorated with cutesy floral patterns and just about every little useful item you could have in your house! One thing that stood out for me was an absolutely GIANT charming retro-look thermos flask. I wanted it but couldn't think what for. It would probably hold a good few gallons! How very odd! Along with supplying all the bits of homely stuff you never knew you needed but probably do, they also do a key cutting service. Yay!

This shop always used to grab my attention whenever I walked past due to its endearing 'Walk In'…read moresign posted above the doorway, as if the owner lived in perpetual fear that someone might one day confuse his shop for a drive-in DIY store. As far as I know, that hasn't happened yet, but it did mean that this establishment was the first to spring to my mind when I found myself in need of somewhere nearby to purchase a padlock, so perhaps it wasn't an entirely wasted effort. One of those stores that sells just about everything you need and a lot of stuff you don't, JJ's is cheap, cheerful and exactly what you want from such an establishment. While I went in for a padlock, the bright displays and cheap prices meant I very nearly came out with a box of fireworks and children's paddling pool too, so try and stick to your guns unless you want a house full of tat. The staff are pretty helpful too, although it might take a while to catch their eye - the place was heaving when I visited, and it was only a Wednesday morning.