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Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic

Name: Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic
Address: Unit 18 Shop-In-Pods Emporium, Ashford, ENG, TN24 8FN, GB
Telephone: 07555 062304

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Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic is an e-commerce store based in Ashford, Kent, established in 2014. The shop specializes in selling second-hand furniture and upcycled pieces, and it serves as Kent's supplier for the Sophie James Mineral Paint range. The business emphasizes recycling sustainable furniture to minimize landfill waste.

Vintage

Artisan-Crafted

Eco-Friendly

Customizable

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What a great day today job shadow day for Theo and what a fantastic and enthusiastic pupil he was. The smiles were genuine and the sense of achievement followed. 2 amazing chairs saved from landfill upcycled and reupholstered.
Well done Theo you’re welcome back any time.

very piece has a past. Give it a future.
At Clare's Boutique & Shabby Chic, we believe beautiful furniture shouldn't end up in landfill. From vintage finds to lovingly upcycled statement pieces, every item in our collection has been handpicked to bring character, charm, and sustainability into your home.
Whether you're searching for a one-of-a-kind treasure or want to transform a tired piece into something extraordinary, we're here for it.
Shop online or visit us in Ashford, Kent — Tuesday to Sunday, 10am–4pm.
🛒 www.claresboutique.com
#ClaresBoutique #ShabbyChic #UpcycledFurniture #SustainableLiving #VintageFurniture #SecondHandStyle #EcoFriendlyHome #KentBusiness #FurnitureMakeover #ShopSustainable #AshfordKent #UniqueFinds

Just completed and now available

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Morning Happy Half Term Monday!
Back in the workshop today to complete wardrobe number 2. They are both currently on the website and looking for new homes. I do also have a pair of bedsides which can be completed to match.
Check them out online today!
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Nice to have a brush and a hairdryer back in my hands today

JUST IN
Solid pine, solid drawers, dovetail joints
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Pine arriving today! Also 2 matching old pine wardrobes

New items just added to the website
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Just in country pine dresser ready for upcycling. Heading to the website soon or message if interested choose your colour from the 70+ colours at Sophie James paint range. Some ideas shown here …..

New items now available online
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Not going to lie, I am completely exhausted after collecting numerous pieces of furniture yesterday and then today up cycling these two large pieces my back feels like it’s broken. X

Proof that Christmas wrapping paper is not just for Christmas!

Today I collected a merchant chest and the second picture is the planned finish if you are interested please contact me x

This is me today tucked up working in bed as the dreaded viral infection is not going away inhaler tissues and squash all nearby along with painkillers lol

Just in and heading to the Website shortly purchased this item as it is or up cycled to your specification
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And just like that it's now the 2nd of January 2026 and the doors to Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic at Shop-In-Pods Emporium will re-open today at 10am.
Pop in and take a look around we still have our sale on!
20% off Furniture, Accessories and Paint even the clearance items have an additional 20% off.
Come in and see the emporium team at
Shop-In-Pods Emporium
Unit 18 Creative Enterprise Quarter, Javelin Way, Henwood, Ashford, Kent. TN24 8FN
OPEN - Tuesday to Sunday 10-4pm
@followers Shop-In-Pods Emporium Sophie James Decor Paint Clare's Boutique & Shabby Chic

As the year 2025 draws to an end. I would like to thank you all for your continued support, reviews and word of mouth. Since closing the warehouse in Barham Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic has had a challenging year but has been recognised by so many awards for its work in sustainability and recycling. I hope and pray we may continue this work in 2026 and I am excited for some new opportunities that are in the pipeline.
I would like to wish you all the very best for 2026 from the heart of my family to yours.
Clare Herst
Owner & Artist
Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic

✨ Now the big day is over and we’re stepping into 2026… let’s reimagine your home! ✨
At **Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic**, we specialise in sustainable furniture designed *your* way. We bring new life to quality second-hand pieces with a unique twist — perfect for homes that want character, style, and sustainability.
🪑 Choose from:
* Beautifully **upcycled pieces** ready to take home
* **Basic furniture** that we can redesign together to match your vision
* **Commission work** – your own furniture, transformed with a fresh new style
If you’re dreaming of something special, let’s create it together.
📩 Contact me today **WhatsApp 07555 062304
🛒 Shop online at **[www.claresboutique.com](http://www.claresboutique.com)**
Because great furniture deserves a second story ♻️✨

We'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support throughout the year. From all of us at Clare's Boutique & Shabby Chic, we wish you a very happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year filled with joy and good health. We look forward to welcoming you back in 2026!
Warmest wishes,
The Clare's Boutique & Shabby Chic Team

Justin are now available Antique pine tall Bookcase measuring 82 cm wide 28 cm deep and 185 cm high.
Now available online at www.claresboutique.com

Before and After
Our for delivery tomorrow

Into the workshop tomorrow a s Wednesday these 2 items of Stag furniture. Will be painted black with gold cup handles as original are no good. If you are interested in purchasing either please contact me.

Will online soon !
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Before & After
Painted in Sophie James Iris
Solid Oak Bedsides

Lobster tail off the bucket list but not impressed

🎨 What a paint marathon! 🎨
10 pieces of furniture upcycled in just 2 days — I’m absolutely knackered but so happy with the results! 💪✨
All these newly transformed pieces are now available at Clare’s Boutique & Shabby Chic 🪞
🛒 Shop online now: www.claresboutique.com
These beauties will be on display at Shop-In-Pods Emporium by the end of next week — if they haven’t sold before then! 👀
💨 Don’t delay, grab your favourite today!
#UpcycledFurniture #FurnitureMakeover #ClaresBoutique #ShabbyChic #SustainableStyle #ShopLocal #AshfordKent

So I finish the day with these 2 and omg am I tired! Hot shower dinner and glass of wine or 2 are the plans for the rest of the day

And we finished today’s activities on this little set again will be coming to the Website this evening

Another 2 NEW items Now Available
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New items in ready for up cycling. If you are interested in any of the below, please contact me. The last picture of the beautiful display dresser will not arrive for a couple of weeks but if you are interested in this item again, please contact me.
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We are located within Shop-In-Pods Emporium
Unit 18 Creative Enterprise Quarter, Javelin Way, Henwood, Ashford, Kent. TN24 8FN

OPEN - TUESDAY TO SUNDAY

10AM TO 4PM

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