An Englishman’s Home is his Downton Abbey
Welcome to Downton Abbey
The Dowager Countess of Grantham
How can we carry on now that Downton Abbey is off our screens until the autumn? I have found some solace in the Past Times sale, which is offering a range of official Downton Abbey soft furnishings. The mugs and cushions are emblazoned with the waspy and witty remarks of the Dowager Countess of Grantham, the star of the series. I bought four cushions (two smaller-sized and the other two large) and they are a big hit. Firm, full-bodied and with high quality needlework, they stand up to everyday use without any problems. Their design is also a delightful mix of retro and modern: while their style and stitching is very contemporary in feel and will no doubt look at home in a modern household, the mottoes they proclaim are the relics of a bygone era. It’s like having a bit of Downton Abbey in the sitting room all year round, but without the stress of having the Dowager Countess herself present in person.
"You'll find there's never a dull moment in this house"
"Oh good, let's talk about money"
"I hanker for a simpler world, is that a crime?"
"She is not entitled to opinions until she is married. Then her husband will tell her what her opinions are"
Now all I need is the stately pile to match my cushions...
