Journal
A Sparkling Celebration – Our 15th Anniversary Collaboration with Catherine Hills
Posted on April 01 2025
We’re thrilled to announce a very special collaboration to mark our 15th anniversary! We’ve recently started working with the incredibly talented jeweller Catherine Hills. With her name beautifully mirroring our location on Catherine Hill, Frome, this partnership was meant to be. To celebrate this milestone, Catherine has designed something truly exquisite—a...
SEED features in UNREAL Rockstars : Founder Series
Posted on December 05 2024
What does it take to build a business that goes beyond convenience to truly inspire? For these five founders, the answer lies in creativity, purpose, and a strong foundation of passion and unique offerings. From fostering community to crafting distinctive products and experiences, their ventures reflect the growing demand for...
Looking after your glassware
Posted on October 07 2024
You have just bought some gorgeous new glasses and can't wait to use them but at the same time you are afraid to damage them, so only get them out for special occasions...? We hear you. Every day should be a special occasion and not knowing how to care for...
Seed Ceramics Collection
Posted on August 26 2024
"Clay can be dirt in the wrong hands but clay can be art in the right hands" We have a wonderful selection of ceramics, from functional to decorative, all beautiful objects of desire created by immensely talented craftsmen. Let us introduce them to you. Illyria Pottery Illyria Pottery is run...
What to Eat and Drink in Frome
Posted on May 13 2024
Following last week's post offering the most unforgettable places to stay in and around Frome for a spring weekend or mid-week break, I now bring you recommendations for the best culinary experience in town and beyond. Frome is very lucky to be positioned in beautiful Somerset, where fresh produce is...
Unforgettable stays in Frome
Posted on April 27 2024
These days Frome is trending hot on social media as well as in the national papers. It's no surprise. With a thriving art scene, picturesque medieval streets, artisan food and drinks along with shops that are selling something different than the usual high street, Frome is to delight in all...
How to keep your candle glowing
Posted on February 19 2024
We all enjoy beautiful scents and there are so many reasons to light a candle: relaxation, romance, burnt dinner...to make sure they always burn bright, we brought you some tips on how to care for them. First of all make sure you trim the wick to approximately 0.5mm before burning...
Slow-ary
Posted on January 20 2024
Slow down January... For too many years January has been considered the perfect month to start new habits, set new goals and generally have a motivated start to the year. It has never been an easy task. It somehow feels unnatural to start becoming active when nature around us slows...
Festive Wishes
Posted on December 24 2023
It is Christmas Eve and the magic is in the air. Shopping is done, mince pies are in the oven, kids are getting excited about the wrapped up parcels under the tree, and whether you're off to a church nativity or the pub it is an evening of togetherness, family...
Half Term Offerings
Posted on October 16 2023
The chill to the air has arrived perfectly for half term. This week or two comes as a welcomed break for the kids and for us grown ups too. It's so needed to take time off from the early raising, the chore of lunchbox making, the whole madness of school...
This autumn make your fashion choices sustainable
Posted on October 09 2023
Isn't this time of year beautiful? Leaves are turning into zillion shades of orange covering the ground, satisfyingly crunching under our feet as we go on walking through fields, forests and parks collecting conkers and memories on our way. It's always an exciting time for fashion, autumn, to get dressed...
Cosy Season
Posted on October 02 2023
Brrrrr, seems like the chilly, damp season is upon us. Time to order the logs for the fireplace, dig out those wooly jumpers and socks and cosy up by the fire... preferably with s'mores or at least a good book! As we sadly say goodbye to summer memories, I can't...
Visitor's Guide to Frome
Posted on September 26 2023
What a lovey, sunny, mild spell of weather we're having at the moment! It's ideal for discovering new places near and far for a short break and our beautiful town, Frome, with its pretty winding streets is the perfect fall getaway. You could book yourself a chic room upstairs at...
Current Sid Dickens ranges- Spring 2021
Posted on January 13 2021
Current Sid Dickens blocks - I thought it would be useful to compile a visual of all the blocks which are currently available. These can be ordered if we don't already have stock.
Christmas Opening Times & Last Posting Dates
Posted on December 04 2020
Just a reminder of all those important details you will need from us this festive period. Just incase you still have those tricky gifts to sort, or you would like just one more glass bauble from our handblown glass bauble range, we have put all the necessary details in this...
Best selection of Christmas Decorations EVER!
Posted on November 10 2020
Christmas decorations to rival Selfridges, we have our best ever range of quirky whimsical decorations, alongside sophisticated, luxurious glass baubles.
Silent Auction for Charity
Posted on July 31 2020
SILENT AUCTION FOR CHARITY“Rainbow Boy” by street artist Chris Shea, aka State of the ArtPaint on Canvas, signed by artist92 x 92 x 4 cm Proceeds to The Trussell Trust. SOLD FOR: £200.oo State of the Art has donated over £26,000 from the sales of his art to NHS charities...
Current Sid Dickens ranges- Summer 2020
Posted on July 21 2020
Current Sid Dickens blocks - I thought it would be useful to compile a visual of all the blocks which are currently available. These can be ordered if we don't already have stock.
Sid Dickens Enchanted Wood Collection- Fall 2020
Posted on July 21 2020
The new Sid Dickens Enchanted Woods Collection for Fall 2020 invites us to cast our gaze upwards and take in the beauty of the heavens. This collection fills our eyes with the wonders of the skies and the rich foliage framing them.
Book recommendations from the book worms at Literary Emporium
Posted on May 13 2020
I was wondering what to read, looking for some light relief from home schooling and work, who better to ask than the book worms at Literary Emporium.
Snowdrop Botanical Tile workshop
Posted on February 26 2020
Last Saturday at Seed we had the pleasure of hosting the wonderful and inspiring ceramic artist Claire Mahoney for her popular Botanical Tile Workshop.
The First Nudes & Nibbles Life Drawing Class
Posted on February 25 2020
What a wonderful evening of nudes and nibbles here at SEED! Life drawing, conversation and food combined to create the first of many creative evenings.
2020 Workshops with SEED
Posted on January 28 2020
At Seed we are kicking off 2020 with an exciting new program of workshops! Its a brand new decade so why not make this the decade you learn a brand new skill. They say it takes 10,000 hours of practice to become an expert at something, now that sounds like...
The New Daydream Collection by Sid Dickens
Posted on January 28 2020
The new Sid Dickens Spring 2020 Collection- Daydream witnesses the renewal and awakening of nature. It revels in the optimism of the season with the familiar sights, sounds, and scents.
Christmas Opening Times & Last Posting Dates
Posted on December 18 2019
Just a reminder of all those important details you will need from us this festive period. Just incase you still have those tricky gifts to sort, or you would like just one more glass bauble from our handblown glass bauble range, we have put all the necessary details in this...
Becoming more green, recycle recycle recycle
Posted on November 15 2019
We hope you will support us in our effort to recycle and re-use the packaging we received. So from now onthe box used for your web order maybe a little rough around the edges and maybe this isn’t its first outing. Please support us in this change.
Pre-Order Your Quirky Cody Foster & Co Bauble Decorations!
Posted on October 18 2019
Don't miss out this year, pre-order these super fun Christmas decorations before they sell out!
SEED’s Guide to Frome Festival 2019
Posted on June 26 2019
It’s that time of year again and we are eagerly awaiting the start of this year’s Frome Festival to kick start our summer! Every year the festival chooses to celebrate and highlight the works of notable people from history, for 2019 they have chosen someone who’s roots lie deep...
Workshops With Seed!
Posted on May 30 2019
Since moving to our lovely shop on Catherine Hill in Frome we have been wanting to make the most of the light, spacious room upstairs that we are so lucky to have. We also wanted to give something back to the great creative community of customers and makers that make Frome...
Lino Printing Workshop- Mother's Day Cards
Posted on April 17 2019
‘ What a lovely way to spend a Saturday morning!’ We all agreed.
Led by the talented Tonia , today was the first of SEED’s workshops- Lino printing Mother’s day cards. Held in the beautiful upstairs space at SEED.
Frome Independent Market Dates in 2019
Posted on February 11 2019
The Frome Independent Market takes place every Sunday between March and December 2019 - find out why this market is so unique
A Romantic Meal for Two this Valentines
Posted on January 25 2019
Here is a simple guide to help make that perfect romantic dinner for two this Valentines Day.
Exclusive Sid Dickens Showroom at SEED!
Posted on January 25 2019
Here at SEED we love Sid Dickens Memory Blocks and have a dedicated Sid Dickens showroom! Visit the home of the best stockist in the whole of Europe and Asia.
SID DICKENS: 2018 Limited Edition
Posted on January 25 2019
These 2018 Limited Edition Memory Blocks represent Sid Dickens love for nature and beautiful images that denote a bygone era.
2019 SID DICKENS: The Transformation Collection & 25th Anniversary Collection
Posted on January 25 2019
Two new and exciting Sid Dickens Collections for 2019 will be available to buy from SEED soon! Take a look at the collections now so you can pick your favourites.
SID DICKENS Fall 2018: The Commemoration Collection
Posted on January 25 2019
Sid Dickens Fall 2018, The Commemoration Collection reminds us of how life can have trials and tribulations but still be full of light and hope. It is with this brighter outlook that we are invited to determine what we as individuals and as members of our communities want to be remembered for.
Seed Wins Best Gift Shop in Somerset Award!
Posted on January 24 2019
We won! Yesterday we received our Muddy Stiletto winners award for best gift shop in Somerset 2018
Last Posting Dates for Christmas
Posted on December 04 2018
Check here for our last posting dates for Christmas...
Christmas Opening Hours
Posted on December 04 2018
Our Christmas opening hours for the festive season...
St Catherine's Christmas Pop Up
Posted on November 22 2018
Saturday 15th December 12-7pm promises to be a really wonderful festive and fun Frome day
We loved our St Catherines Pop Up!
Posted on June 29 2018
What a brilliant St Catherine's Pop Up we had. It truly had the feel of a community vintage Summer fair.
St Catherine's Pop Up
Posted on June 05 2018
We are part of St Catherine's Pop up June 23rd 4 pm - 9pm you are all welcome!
Best Gift Shop in Somerset Award!
Posted on May 25 2018
We won! Yesterday we received our Muddy Stiletto winners award for best gift shop in Somerset 2018
New Copper Creations by Colin Smith
Posted on March 30 2018
We are now stocking Colin Smith's glorious hand crafted copper lamps.
Frome Independent Market Dates
Posted on March 29 2018
Dates for the Frome Independent market an award winning, destination street market with a difference in Frome, Somerset.
Guest blog with artist Robert Lee: Box Art
Posted on January 17 2018
It's our pleasure to share with you a guest blog from our artist Robert Lee about the motivations behind his art and the rich literary context to his Box Art.
SID DICKENS Spring 2018 : The Rejuvenation Collection
Posted on January 12 2018
The Spring 2018 Sid Dickens Rejuvenation Collection is Sid's invitation for us to revitalize life after winter wear; to reflect on the past history and freshness of today's modern traditions.
We're on the move
Posted on January 04 2018
Designs by Seed is moving to the beautiful Catherine Hill, home of independents. We're really excited to invite you to our opening in our sparkling new premises, no.3 Catherine Hill at the top of Stony Street.