I have a confession – I’m a bit stubborn when it comes to movie and tv recommendations. It’s a little weird, but if everyone is all Ooooohing and Ahhhhhing about a new show I’m a little inclined to skip it. So ridiculous but it’s true.
That was the case with Downton Abbey. I mean, I love pretty much anything England, and of course all the Jane Austen and Bronte movies, but I just wasn’t that interested in the show. Like I said, stubborn. Well recently we had run out of new things to watch so we decided to give it a try and let me say. . . why did I wait so long??
I am completely won over. And so is my husband! We are only about halfway through Season 2 but I just can’t get enough. I want Mary with Matthew and I want Mr. Bates to marry Anna and I want O’Brien to be nice all the time. I know we’ve only just started so don’t give away any spoilers! :) Fortunately I don’t really know anything that happens in the upcoming seasons so it’s all new to us.
Since I’ve completely converted I’ve added a few Downton Abbey things to my Christmas List – and World Market has a huge selection of fun things!
Aren’t they pretty? Everything is so perfect for Holiday Entertaining! I mean – that tea set?! And I have a serious weakness for Lemon Curd – I can’t wait to give that a try.
This year World Market is doing fun giveaways in the store again for Black Friday weekend! Check it out:
- Beginning Friday, 11/28 through Sunday, 11/30 Cost Plus World Market will be giving away an Exclusive Downton Abbey Tea Cup in Gift Box to the first 100 in-store customers. (new design each day) (No purchase necessary, must be 18 years old, one per person.)
- Friday, 11/28 – Sunday 11/30 Cost Plus World Market is offering Exclusive Downton Abbey Tote Bags as a gift with a $20 in-store purchase. There is a new tote bag each day, while supplies last.
They are also doing a super fun giveaway – the Downton Abbey Sweepstakes! You could win a trip to England to visit the set, tour Highclere Castle and receive a $1000 WM Gift Certificate! Um. Hello awesomeness.
Kind of dying over that prize!
Are you a Downton fan? If you are you’ll want to check out all the items in the stores – they are so pretty. And even if you aren’t a fan, they have such a sweet delicate pattern on all the dishes that if you like antique styling you’ll love them!
So I have to know – who’s your favorite character?
Tertia says
I felt exactly the same, my goodness, and now I am hooked!
shelley says
I do like Downton Abbey….but love Call The Midwife…
Katie {Sweet Rose Studio} says
I’ve never watched Downton Abbey (gasp!) but I think I might just have to start now!
Lori Klotz says
Absolutely addicted! Husband too! Can’t wait for the new season. My favorite character is the dowager! Maggie Smith is just amazing in everything she does.
Enjoy the rest of the seasons so you can be ready in January for the new one!!
Shannon @ Fox Hollow Cottage says
Too funny… I kept hearing everyone talk about it, and just didn’t feel like I had time to watch another show. I already had two or three favorites. Then I watched it. And kept watching until I was caught up, and had to wait like everyone else for the new season!! Was just at World Market and the store was full of AWESOME!! Didn’t see these pretties though. Thanks for the heads-up!!
Claire @ A Little Claireification says
Isn’t the show wonderful!! We had a HUGE marathon to get caught up last season and can’t wait for it to start. I love all of these World Market goodies! Headed there pronto!
Heidi G says
It’s about time you visited Downton! I am a big fan of Violet and Isobel, and poor Edith. I am anxiously awaiting the season 5 Christmas special! O’Brien has the BEST hair!
kim hyde says
Love Love Love this show!! can’t wait until it comes back this winter!
Vanessa says
I absolutely LOVE this new line from World Market! I’ve been a fan of Downton since the beginning and particularly love the Anna and Bates love story. :-)
Rachel says
My husbands favorite character is Mathew. My favorite is probably Carson, Mrs. Patmore, or the dowager.
Ashley @ Simply Designing says
I love Downton Abbey and I also love World Market! And lemon curd…yum…I need to run over there now and stock up!
Pauline says
Love Downton Abbey – and my favourite character is the dowager – Maggie Smith – brilliant actress and woman
Robin says
My favorite character is Daisy! Love the interaction between she and Miss Patmore! Will be checking out Old World Market this weekend!
Emma says
Oh my gosh – I wish I hadn’t seen all of Downton Abbey, then I could have the excitement of watching it all again and not knowing what happens! Enjoy!
Michele @ The Scrap Shoppe says
How fun!! I’m a Downton holdout, too, but I’ve been thinking I need to get on board.