When Lyndsay Jordan decided that sitting behind a desk in an office was something she could bear no longer, it was one of those moments we all dream about. She left her job and decided to do her own thing.
“I’ve always had a passion for home and lifestyle accessories so, when the opportunity came along, I took a deep breath, left the job I’d been doing for the past 20 years and set up my own business to offer customers a wide range of items that are totally different from what you find on the High Street, said Lyndsay. “I visited trade fairs and selected a small number of UK suppliers who were offering stylish, creative, inspiring and, yes, sometimes rather quirky items which would look great in people’s homes. Twelve months later, I now have a complete range which gives customers a wide and varied choice of styles and prices.
You’ll find her full range on a website called www.mabelandwilf.co.uk, why Mabel & Wilf? “I was trying to think of a name that would make my business stand out. I remember taking my two dogs for a walk
they’re two whippets called Mabel and Wilf
and suddenly thought, why not use their names? Consequently, the Mabel & Wilf accessories company was born.
The best idea is to go onto Lyndsay’s site and have a flick through what’s on offer. Some of the articles are one-off products; others are bespoke and produced to your specification. For example, the vintage playing card name plates can be made to say whatever message you fancy.
The website is simple to use. There are drop-down boxes which take you through her collections. You’ll find lighting, kitchen cutlery and glassware, vintage items, gifts and home accessories which includes a huge selection of vases, mirrors, clocks, candles and candle holders, coasters, planters and some stunning decorative articles. Simply click on what you fancy and you will find the familiar route to either continue shopping or head to checkout. Pay the amount, fill in your contact details
and sit back and wait for your delivery to arrive.
Mabel & Wilf is growing fast and Lyndsay is diversifying into supplying items to hotels and restaurants. In fact, if you pop into Leonard’s Coffee House on Fowler’s Yard in Durham (just behind Silver Street), you’ll see several of Lyndsay’s accessories on display. They’re all for sale. Every 4-6 weeks you’ll find the Mabel & Wilf pop-up shop within Leonard’s, showcasing a larger selection of Lyndsay’s pieces (coffee, cake and the chance to shop – perfect!). Keep an eye on her social media channels for details of the next popup event.
If you want some advice on how to make your home, hotel or business look different and very funky, Lyndsay is happy to call in and offer some suggestions. The best idea is to go onto www.mabelandwilf. co.uk and enjoy flicking through the pages to see what is available. If you want to avoid having an item from a High Street chain that loads of people have already got, you will be in Heaven.
Lyndsay Jordan decided to do something different. Now you can too. Go onto Mabel & Wilf and see how you can add some unique style into your home or business with the click of a button.
As well as Lyndsay’s online site and display at Leonard’s Coffee Shop in Durham City, you’ll also find Mabel & Wilf at Northern Quarters Interiors Festival – Biscuit Factory, Newcastle (26th October ’19), Living North Christmas Fair – Kingston Park, Newcastle (7-10 November ’19) and the County Living Christmas Fair – Harrogate International Centre (5-8 December ’19).