Sunday 19 December 2010

christmas cheer...


Ho Ho Ho... 
I hope you're feeling festive!!!


Our Christmas Window (pre-snow!!!)

The snow is back and we are embracing the holidays by wrapping up warm and getting cosy... This weather is the perfect excuse to put work on the back burner and spend some quality time with family and friends!

After all, Christmas is nearly upon us...

Here at the Poop Deck we are fighting through the blizzards to ensure that all you last minute shoppers have a chance to pick up some goodies for stocking fillers, treats and pressies to pile under the tree... Pop in and see us for some christmas inspiration!

Fashion, Furniture and Fine Toys for the little ones...
Teddies, Goodies, and Decorations to warm the heart of the home...
Is your fireplace ready for Father Christmas?! Stockings and all...

Gifts for him, for her... for them, for their... 
The Poop Deck can bring Christmas Cheer to your home.

Wishing you all a Wonderful Christmas!

and dont forget...
check back to see what surprises the Poop Deck has in store for you this upcoming New Year!

Tuesday 7 December 2010

five minutes of fame!

Hello blog readers! 
And a wintery hello that is too.... What a chilly month its been! I don't think any of us could have predicted the extremes of that sudden onslaught of snow. But its clear to see that as per usual, our nation coped shambolically... One of these days we really must face the fact that we are a small (mostly) cold island and we must therefore prepare ourselves for the inevitable wintery weather!

We are so pleased that despite the snow, many of our customers still braved the adverse weather conditions to come and have a look at out winter goodies... Xmas is coming and that means gifts, presents and decorations need to be bought! If you need some help finding that perfect stocking filler or a surprise for a loved one, pop in and see us at the Poop Deck, we have something for everyone!

On to some more exciting news, this month our resident Poop Deck Vintage expert had a taste of the celebrity world, appearing in Woman and Home magazine!

As one of 4 women involved in the style section, Su showed the world that despite being over 6 foot tall, she still manages to pull off her own unique style with aplomb. It featured a range of different everyday women and how they're style is influenced...

"pushing the boundaries while staying with a style you love". 

A good read for anyone interested in fashion and style as well as those needing inspiration as to how to put together a "look". It gives you advice from how to dress up your 'feel-good' factor to making a statement with your signature style. 

Here are some of the pics from 'behind the scenes' on the day of the shoot....




The model gets ready for her close-up!

the shoot...

The Final Shots...


A Vintage Celebrity!


Please go and get your copy if you want to read more...
currently selling in newsstands near you!

Enjoy the festive feeling everyone and check back for our 'Christmas Winter Window' update... 
coming soon!

Friday 29 October 2010

halloween hysteria

I hope you're all in a spooktastic mood, ready for the upcoming halloween weekend...  


Down at the "Poop Deck" we certainly are!

Our "pumpkin" inspired window!

If you're looking for a hair-raising halloween....

Come and see if we have anything to stoke the fire!

Dont miss a trick, cos you might find a treat!!!

Always busy at this time of year, The Poop Deck has had some more interesting visitors in recently! From the old man who was situated in France during the war, who purchased a Vintage French Hat which reminded him of the time he spent there... to the Stone Water Bottles, which are now re-homed in the beds of some newly born puppies, the latest residents to join us in island life... We wish them a cosy winter! Which might not be necessary for our Australian visitors, who wanted to take lots of  goodies back down under... we might be approaching another cold winter here, but with it being their summertime over there, they are looking forwards to sunshine and warmth! Jealous, us?!

 And if its fancy dress you're looking for... 
why not try something original this year?! 

Step away from that tired old "white sheet" ghost outfit and look instead to our glamourous "Vintage Selection" & "Dress Agency"... we are happy to provide suggestions for all your costume & party needs!

put a new spin on an old classic!

whatever you're looking for... 
we're here to help!

We hope you've all been enjoying the half term week & make sure all your halloween needs are met in time for that all important 
trick or treat time!!!



Monday 11 October 2010

it only takes a minute...

When visiting Mersea - come now, not never...


Check out The Poop Deck, whatever the weather


Be it rain or shine, inside its fine! 



It'll always be worth taking the time...


(we have many things from quirky to sublime!)


Visit us today, what are you waiting for?


Its always a pleasure, never a chore!


See you there! 
34 Coast Road, Mersea

Tuesday 14 September 2010

August Fall

How time flies.... Autumn is upon us and it seems that summer is fading into a distant memory.

As we think about savouring the last few drops of summer dew in the morning sunshine we used our english garden theme to show how best to make the most of  our time outside....

Soon it will be all winter coats and wooly jumpers... 
Going outside will be replaced by cosying up next to a log fire! 
Lets enjoy this weather while it lasts!!



"Sitting in an English Garden...."



Come and look at our new autumn clothes...
Sit and savour the autumn warmth...
Collect up your bits & bobs....

...and bring some of that outdoor living, inside...
Remind yourself of summer holiday highlights...
Make an interesting feature with unusual objects
Start looking for indoor pursuits...
...and enjoy some lazy morning breakfasts in bed...
But gardeners beware....
....dont nod off amongst the flowers or you might wake up with a chill!

winter's on the way!

See you all soon.......

Monday 23 August 2010

Regatta Week



Hello readers! The end of August is nearing us, which means the countdown to Autumn!
Summer is closing and although we didnt have QUITE the bbq summer we are so often promised, we did have a few good spells of sunshine, and regatta week was one of them!

To fit in with the bustling activity, we designed a regatta themed window to attract passers-by. With our varied collection of bunting and boat paintings, our sailing decorations were put on fine display!
Regatta Week Window
Nautical Memorabilia



Nautical Fabrics
and
Sailing Decorations

Shells and Ornaments
(perfect for your bathroom!)

Mersea is always busy at this time of year, tourists coming to sample the tastes of our famous mersea oysters, natives enjoying a last of the summer "cup of tea" in the cafe, children crabbing on the pier, collecting seashells and of course the dabchicks and their annual week of sailing.... An interesting medley of people gathered as usual, and we were lucky to have some very quirky customers in the shop too! One lady commented on our vintage clothing selection, saying that she always believed that if you bought second hand clothing, you would become the person who originally owned it! 

A curious analogy... although i would prefer to think that its the wearer who carries the clothes, rather than the clothes wearing the owner!

Still, that hasnt put off heather, our resident clothing specialist displaying her lovely vintage and second hand dresses... Come into the shop and have a look through the collection, especially before the summer stock goes! We offer a buy and sell service, so if you have any good condition clothes that you would like us to sell on for you, then please contact us at the shop.

Hope you all enjoy the last few weeks of Summer!
To see in the approaching fall, we will also be open on monday mornings
(but only until November)