Tableau

I love shops that involve somewhat of a treasure hunt whenever you go in there to browse. Tableau is certainly one of those places. Every nook and cranny is filled with cute trinkets, quirky home furnishings and nostalgia inducing plush pillows and candle holders. It’s a bit pricier than other places but for that one-​of-​a-​kind addition to your décor, you really can’t go wrong.

Best shop in headingley.

When Tableau first caught my eye I had two contradictory thoughts. Firstly: oh look at that nice painted iron table that would look lovely in the garden. Secondly: why is there another shop in Headingly selling seemingly pointless ornamental objects?
I went in to check it out and see which initial thought would pervade. They have quite a few bits of furniture that are very attractive, expensive but original such as a white painted iron bench and a similarly crafted coat stand. Decorative things hang from the ceiling that would suffice as gifts for mothers or girl friends who like pretty, hand-​crafted things and can overlook their pointlessness. There is hand-​made jewelry and some interesting prints, including a Jack Vertriano print. I particularly like the tiny glass pigs for sale. This shop is a bit more sophisticated than others of its kind in Headingly/​Hyde Park selling gift items but they do sell fairy lights.

Tableau is a gift shop that I’m actually willing not to whinge about! The exterior is very tasteful with a muted forest green painted front and minimalist stainless steel lettering. The large windows display their pretty wares. Upon entering it’s quite difficult to categorise their products as there is such a range. Mainly decorative home ware. There are small pieces of furniture, clocks, fairy lights, plant pots, lanterns, watering cans, ornaments, bobs and bits, bits and bobs, pretty things and lovely items.
What I must say is I just LOVE their greetings card selection. Small it may be but perfectly formed it certainly is. The cards are very unusual and with a vintage and quirky style. Though I always make cards for my family I found a few that would just make perfect mothers’ day cards… could I really give her two? I might have to they are so pretty! Now I’m not easy to please when it comes to cards so waxing lyrical about a shop’s card selection feels rather out of character!
Now gift shops and I generally don’t get on, but Tableau really is different with its own character and style. Definitely a place to hunt for a present for mums or female friends who like to beautify their home. What the hey… I’m a fan!

So, I was having a nose around my local Headingley and discovered that a new shop had sprung up from no-​where. What’s this? Shiny pretty things? And in I went. (I am an utter magpie, so of course, I had to go and have a look.)
How exciting. Tableau is one of those magical shops that boasts all the kind of knick-​knacks and treasures that an indie hoarding type such as myself could ask for. Of course, a lot of the items are your standard; they have quirky tea cosies and lampshades and so on. But it is perfect for a browse and an essential shop to visit for that little birthday gift for a friend.
On closer inspection, the prices seemed reasonable and the staff were friendly. All in all a pleasurable addition to Headingley high street, and certainly up to the kind of independent standard I have come to know and love. Enjoy!