We visit the store regularly. Inventory is less extensive than B&Q, naturally, but friendly…read moreproprietor has a wealth of knowledge in DIY and is keen to share his wisdom.

The White Company stocks a chic range of home accessories, and as its name suggests, mainly in…read morewhite. Designs are simple, clean and crisp. You'll find such products as luxury, classic bed and table linen, blankets and towels. They have also introduced a clothing line for men, women and children, which have proved successful, as well as bringing in china, glassware and bathroom bits and bobs. Though the shop can seem a bit starch and bare, they do sell lovely things which will fit perfectly well in ones home. They are great as sometimes it can be difficult to just find simple products which aren't inundated with over the top, garish designs!

At a glance, The White Company looked completely amazing and pristine from the outside. In fact,…read moreeven when you venture inside it is rather lovely. I was after a gift for a friend who had just moved into a new flat and wanted to buy her something a little special and a notch above the usual homeware gifts I would normally opt for. Well, to state the obvious, practically everything is white which wasn't surprising but for me personally, on a closer look around the shop, if I decked out my flat with pieces from here, it would maybe look a little too well presented and I probably wouldn't want anyone to come in and get it grubby! From towels, cushions, clothing, bathroom accessories and bath and body products there is a huge range of bits and pieces but all a bit too show-home for my liking. It is also fairly expensive at over £13 for a soap dispenser and the staff weren't particularly friendly and seemed to be eyeing me in a slightly disapproving manner which one never appreciates do they? I really do think that it is a matter of personal taste as to whether you will like the shop though. All in all, a good store with a huge variety of great quality homewares. Just a little too bland for my liking.

Really creative and dynamic gent with a great sense of humor. It's a paint store, but it's also…read moremore. This is a man on a mission.

You're not really going to set out for the Helen Yardley unless you are in the market for a high…read moreend, one of a kind artist-made rug, but you're not going to shy away from taking a peek when in the neighbourhood if you happen to have a few extra minutes. What you will see through the generous floor to ceiling windows are the rugs themselves, hung on walls and draped across floors and, at the end of the room, the shopkeep herself. Seated in the far corner working away at her Apple laptop she's a kindly lady with an obvious commitment to her work. The Helen Yardley Gallery is an odd amalgam of Clerkenwell traits, and one of London's very few artisanal rug gallery spaces. As such it is ultimately a commercial venture with a high art spin, saluting a level of craftsmanship and a general appreciation for a once dominant and now oft-overlooked form.

Love this little shop! I find it hard to give any shop less than four stars…read more.. Yes, yes it's another of those Oliver Bonas (http://www.qype.co.uk/place/74356-Oliver-Bonas-London/) -alikes that sell little striped teapots, Cath Kidston-esque aprons and tiny little books called things like "101 ways to be green and smug" for £20. However, Ed kind of does it a bit better than many. They carry some cute and some stylish lines of chinaware, fun stationery, plenty of gift ideas and - personal fave - a well edited selection of clothing. Once you get past the hefty quota of French Connection you find Lee Jeans (underrated, fit me well) and plenty of other cute brands. Much more fun than hitting the high street. Pop in on a Saturday and combine with brunch at Blue Mountain (http://www.qype.co.uk/place/158088-Blue-Mountain-London) and a wander round the North Cross Road market - pure middle class fun. (tongue firmly in cheek) ...

This shop is great, they have everything! Lovely cards, clothes and nice presents. They have little…read morenick nacks, Cath Kidson goodies and great baby clothes. Expect to pay quite a bit for the things is here but they have something for every price range. Christmas in ED is amazing with gorgeous baubels and decorations. They have a lovely jewellery cabinet as well for those extra special treats. It gets busy at weekends (closed Sundays). The staff are really lovely and friendly and they always have nice music on.

UNRESPONSIVE and totally BOGUS - Visiting from another country and was super excited to purchase…read moreyarn and a kit! Called, left a voicemail and emailed over 3 days to confirm store was open before I made the 1 hour trek from our hotel. No response. Soo frustrating and sad! Why have a business? Why make a potential customer have to work soo hard to see if you're even open? Found another yarn store (BK) that answered their phone, confirmed their hours and appreciated my business! DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME WITH THIS PLACE!

There selection was fantastic. I was specifically looking for mohair and patterns. I found both in…read moreabundance!