Ceramics from Bassano

I am really tired to-night but I feel very guilty as I have not written a blog for a while, I will get a telling off from Kevin and Dave if I let it go any longer. I am very busy as usual not enough hours in the day, the long awaited beautiful ceramics from Bassano has finally arrived and I feel that the wait was worthwhile they are exquisite and have amazing colours. The quality has improved immensely after they have had their new oven. The old one was hit by lightning. Glad I was not in Italy then, I hate thunder storms, however Matty and myself have been invited in September again to Milan MACEF, free hotel for two, nights and taxi to and from the airport. Can’t be bad.

I have bought myself a blind folder just in case we might have a small thunderstorm while we are there. All the Bassano ceramics are now available for viewing and purchasing on the Italian World website, or if you feel like a day out just pop over to our shop at Bodnant gardens. More good news is that the Pinocchio figures have also arrived, they will be available for purchasing off our website soon, again if you cannot wait for that just pop over to our shop where we have a fine display awaiting you. That is all for now speak to you soon.
Ellen

Summer at Italian World

Hello everyone,

Sorry about the long period of delay between our previous blog post and this one. Its been a busy few weeks here at Italian World. Not only do we have our new website but we have also been getting ready for summer with the number of visitors to our shop increasing steadily.

I asked Ellen (the lady in charge) to write a short update on what has been happening at Italian World recently, here is what she had to say:

“June has been a very busy month in the shop and also on the website. A group of Italian students staying in Abergele arranged a visit to our shop and were very interested in all our Italian products.

Matty was in attendance answering their questions about the history of Italian World and they were also very interested in all the Italian products they saw especially the papier mache Venetian masks and the popular Murano jewellery pendants.

A lot of repeated customers visited our shop this month two came as far as
Australia. ‘amazing’ We had a delivery of Murano pendants this week some replacement and also startling new designs complete with necklace and are selling as fast as they are coming through the door. George the peacock are even interested in them as he waits for his morning biscuit from Matty.

I have been very busy attending to the website, improving on photos, and adding new products that will be appearing on the website as soon as possible.

We are awaiting for the arrival of our new stock of Bassano ceramics that is overdue due to the fact that their factory was hit by lightning during one of the very bad thunderstorm they normally have in Italy this time of year and has delayed the production of the ceramics as they are all made by hand. Watch this space for the news of the delivery of our hand made in Italy Pinocchio.”

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Have a great week

Regards
David.

Conwy business spreads the Euro voting message

Hello all!

Just a quick update today as I’ve been rushed off my feet sorting out the new backend features. I have been asked to post a news article about our recent visit from an MEP.

Below you can read the article:

Conwy business spreads the Euro voting message

A retailer in Conwy is teaming up the Electoral Commission during ‘National Register to Vote Week’ to remind shoppers to make sure they are registered to vote.

Sales staff at the speciality store, Italian World will be spreading the message to customers about the importance of registering to vote ahead of the European Parliamentary Elections on 4 June.

While the Italian World team are more used to helping shoppers choose Venetian masks, Morano glass jewellery and clothing than engaging in political banter, manager Matt Parry sees it as a natural fit.

“As stockists of fine Italian collectables, we are well aware of the impacts and influence that European style has on the UK. But decisions taken in the EU have an impact on more than just our tastes, so it’s important that our customers realise that they can have a say on these issues.”

Kay Jenkins, Head of the Electoral Commission’s Wales Office said: “From the price of imported shoe leather to the chemicals in clothing, the European Parliament affects your every day life in more ways then we realise.

“During Register to Vote Week, the Electoral Commission is encouraging everyone to make sure they’re on the electoral register. The deadline to register is 19 May.

“It only takes a few minutes to register – just go to www.aboutmyvote.co.uk and print off the form and send it to your local Electoral Registration Officer.

Shoppers will be able to pick up information about the European Parliamentary Elections from Italian World during National Register to Vote Week.

Hope you enjoyed this news article.

Have a good weekend and see you next week

David.

Italian World New Website and increased Venetian Range!

Hello everyone!

First let me welcome you to the new Italian World website, and our brand spanking new blog area! I’m Dave, part of the team here at Italian World, and from now on I will be keeping you up to date with all the latest happenings here in the office and direct from the other members of staff.

At the same time of releasing the new website we decided to increase our product range. We now have over 500 products for you to spend your spare hours browsing through and (hopefully!) buying for your home.

Not to sound too much like an advert, (sorry guys!) we have increased our Venetian Masks, Capodimonte, Inlaid Wood, Ceramics, Murano Jewellery, Ornaments and Pinocchio ranges. Over the coming weeks we will also be adding more products to our ranges, so watch this space for up to date information!

If that wasn’t busy enough we had a nice visit from an MEP the other day, but I will save that for the next post!

Just so you know, if you ever have any questions or comments please feel free to either leave a comment below, or email us directly on Italia@italianworld.info. We look forward to hearing off you

Until Next Time

Regards,
Dave