0:00:10.653,0:00:11.663 Hey! 0:00:12.831,0:00:13.837 Hey! 0:00:14.312,0:00:17.550 Some people are waiting on your shop to open! 0:00:25.988,0:00:29.406 (Yes it's the special late-night opening) 0:00:31.224,0:00:33.074 (I hope I'm not late) 0:00:33.908,0:00:35.859 (yes please come in) 0:00:38.225,0:00:40.927 (just let me look at this) 0:00:44.422,0:00:49.039 (yes they're all different, just pick the one you prefer) 0:00:51.959,0:00:55.110 (thank you so much for your visit) 0:01:08.647,0:01:10.365 Good evening, 0:01:10.365,0:01:13.566 and welcome to the Middle-Earth artisan shop. 0:01:13.967,0:01:16.551 Please make yourself comfortable, 0:01:16.551,0:01:18.935 I've just made myself a cup of tea. 0:01:18.935,0:01:20.784 Would you like some? 0:01:21.702,0:01:24.070 It is the special Rivendell blend, 0:01:24.070,0:01:26.436 with honeysuckle, rose 0:01:26.436,0:01:28.387 and bergamot. 0:01:30.055,0:01:31.922 Alright, please feel free 0:01:31.922,0:01:35.390 to take a first look around in the meantime, 0:01:35.429,0:01:38.024 I will be right back. 0:01:59.950,0:02:02.200 And here is your cup, 0:02:02.200,0:02:04.002 it's a bit hot. 0:02:06.085,0:02:08.204 Have you been here before? 0:02:08.204,0:02:10.270 Not sure? 0:02:10.270,0:02:13.938 Well here we sell Middle-Earth themed items 0:02:13.938,0:02:16.739 all handcrafted by artists 0:02:16.739,0:02:19.256 and made of natural materials. 0:02:19.440,0:02:21.640 ANd most of them you will barely find 0:02:21.640,0:02:25.576 anywhere else, so you can consider this place 0:02:25.576,0:02:29.227 as some kind of treasure chest. 0:02:29.755,0:02:32.605 So what brings you here? 0:02:40.141,0:02:42.242 So you are kind of planning 0:02:42.242,0:02:44.260 a thematic week-end with 0:02:44.260,0:02:46.628 a couple of friends, that's it? 0:02:47.394,0:02:49.662 So enjoying tavern-styled meals, 0:02:49.662,0:02:52.729 watching the Lord of the Rings movies at night, 0:02:52.729,0:02:56.597 and listening to some of Enya's music, perhaps? 0:02:57.880,0:03:00.016 Well, you know how to live. 0:03:00.016,0:03:01.933 So I'm here to guide you 0:03:01.933,0:03:04.417 and help you find the perfect items 0:03:04.417,0:03:07.800 to make your immersive week-end memorable. 0:03:09.584,0:03:11.802 Let's look at this in order. 0:03:12.953,0:03:16.837 First of all, you might want to set the atmosphere. 0:03:16.837,0:03:21.056 So I would suggest a few wall decorations 0:03:21.056,0:03:23.138 or even just one 0:03:23.138,0:03:25.774 and maybe some candles. 0:03:25.774,0:03:28.858 You can never go wrong with candles. 0:03:29.806,0:03:32.272 Let's start with that if you'd like. 0:03:32.272,0:03:33.973 I have a full collection 0:03:33.973,0:03:36.806 of wonderfully scented candles. 0:03:37.875,0:03:41.808 Is there any scent you particularly like? 0:03:44.843,0:03:46.962 Alright, I will show you my favourites. 0:04:41.362,0:04:43.847 And here are 3 options. 0:04:51.683,0:04:52.832 One, 0:04:56.051,0:04:57.001 two, 0:04:59.360,0:05:01.510 and three. 0:05:02.994,0:05:06.794 First one: a ride through Rohan. 0:05:08.029,0:05:10.930 This one smells like you're travelling 0:05:10.930,0:05:13.231 through wild grassy plains 0:05:13.231,0:05:16.715 along with the famous horse masters. 0:05:17.749,0:05:22.817 There are accents of musk, sandalwood 0:05:22.817,0:05:25.535 and fresh grass. 0:05:27.569,0:05:28.919 Close your eyes, 0:05:28.919,0:05:30.203 and you'll find yourself 0:05:30.203,0:05:33.955 riding a beautiful stallion on a sunny day 0:05:33.955,0:05:37.440 looking for your next adventure. 0:05:41.090,0:05:42.191 Another one: 0:05:43.826,0:05:46.192 Under the party tree. 0:05:46.593,0:05:49.092 I really like this one. 0:05:49.926,0:05:52.428 It smells like you're having a good time 0:05:52.428,0:05:55.378 with good food and good music 0:05:55.378,0:05:57.596 with your hobbit friends. 0:05:57.845,0:06:00.863 With notes of pipe tobacco, 0:06:00.863,0:06:03.065 apple and bourbon, 0:06:03.223,0:06:08.007 which is a very rich and interesting fragrance, 0:06:08.667,0:06:10.801 quite uncommon. 0:06:17.087,0:06:21.773 And finally, here is a more original one: 0:06:21.773,0:06:24.690 Doriath memories. 0:06:25.957,0:06:28.109 With this one you'll take a long 0:06:28.109,0:06:31.510 and peaceful walk under majestic trees. 0:06:31.976,0:06:34.777 And if you close your eyes hard enough 0:06:34.777,0:06:37.945 you might meet an elf or two. 0:06:38.211,0:06:44.163 This one smells of cedar, cashmere wood 0:06:44.163,0:06:46.413 and cherry. 0:06:49.248,0:06:54.033 With very earthy and yet quite light scents. 0:06:56.617,0:06:58.283 These two? 0:06:58.618,0:06:59.968 Great choice. 0:07:00.935,0:07:02.903 And now would you like to consider 0:07:02.903,0:07:05.804 some art for your walls? 0:07:07.087,0:07:08.838 I have so many prints here 0:07:08.838,0:07:11.723 from the most talented artists. 0:07:13.005,0:07:15.657 Some are world-renowned but some 0:07:15.657,0:07:18.340 are more in a niche 0:07:18.340,0:07:20.792 but really deserve to be known. 0:07:22.859,0:07:25.410 What kind of art do you usually 0:07:25.410,0:07:27.659 like or hang in your home? 0:07:29.870,0:07:32.253 Traditional paintings, sketches, 0:07:32.253,0:07:34.971 computer graphics, tapestries? 0:07:38.688,0:07:39.689 I see. 0:07:39.689,0:07:42.727 And what is your favourite land 0:07:42.727,0:07:45.058 or place in Middle-Earth? 0:07:48.875,0:07:51.876 Alright, come on this side of the counter 0:07:51.876,0:07:53.943 you'll take a look with me. 0:07:55.494,0:08:00.279 So here I have many displayed versions, 0:08:00.279,0:08:01.879 we have all of them 0:08:01.879,0:08:04.763 in brand new condition right here. 0:08:05.480,0:08:06.564 So... 0:08:07.230,0:08:08.698 Oh let me show you this one 0:08:08.698,0:08:10.482 we received a few days ago. 0:08:11.465,0:08:13.499 "The doors of Hobbiton". 0:08:13.966,0:08:16.685 These were drawn by Daniel Falconer 0:08:16.685,0:08:18.218 who actually worked 0:08:18.218,0:08:20.802 on the Peter Jackson's movies. 0:08:21.252,0:08:26.655 It includes about 14 different hobbits doors, 0:08:26.905,0:08:29.539 each one with its own features 0:08:29.539,0:08:31.372 and character. 0:08:31.972,0:08:35.424 With a very cottagecore feeling. 0:08:35.424,0:08:38.291 It's lovely, isn't it? 0:08:39.403,0:08:43.621 I can also suggest something more classic, 0:08:43.621,0:08:46.089 from John Howe, 0:08:46.089,0:08:49.374 who is one of the concept artists of the movies 0:08:49.740,0:08:52.342 but who has been illustrating Tolkien's books 0:08:52.342,0:08:54.659 since the late 70s. 0:08:58.693,0:09:00.361 For example... 0:09:12.748,0:09:14.999 "Ulmo, lord of waters", 0:09:15.350,0:09:18.717 featuring the mighty king of the sea. 0:09:18.717,0:09:20.917 This painting was initially made 0:09:20.917,0:09:23.334 for a book cover 0:09:23.334,0:09:25.886 but I find it really interesting 0:09:25.886,0:09:29.987 because the rather simple composition 0:09:29.987,0:09:32.372 just makes the character stand out 0:09:32.372,0:09:34.106 even more. 0:09:36.606,0:09:38.906 Alright, what else? 0:09:39.507,0:09:42.640 Oh I have fallen for this one. 0:09:42.640,0:09:44.859 This is a print of original art 0:09:44.859,0:09:48.977 made by a very talented calligrapher 0:09:48.977,0:09:50.628 featuring one of Tolkien's 0:09:50.628,0:09:53.228 many famous quotations 0:09:53.228,0:09:56.378 with a very charming design. 0:09:56.979,0:10:01.265 And it's printed on the most beautiful paper. 0:10:03.132,0:10:05.766 Are there any of these you like? 0:10:07.032,0:10:09.183 The calligraphy one? 0:10:09.183,0:10:13.017 We have 2 others, which one? 0:10:15.119,0:10:18.070 Very good choice, let me find it. 0:11:11.702,0:11:14.187 Next, let's talk about food. 0:11:14.620,0:11:16.120 Have you planned any 0:11:16.120,0:11:19.137 specific meals for your special week-end? 0:11:22.106,0:11:24.190 What about hobbit food? 0:11:25.456,0:11:28.431 I have a few simple hobbit's recipes 0:11:28.431,0:11:30.385 which look like they came straight 0:11:30.385,0:11:32.074 from Middle-Earth. 0:11:32.116,0:11:34.734 Would you like to have a look at them? 0:11:35.182,0:11:36.164 Good. 0:12:28.942,0:12:30.709 What about these? 0:12:32.778,0:12:35.176 Potatoe stew, 0:12:36.811,0:12:42.230 great to use potatoes and leftover veggies. 0:12:49.215,0:12:51.465 Roasted mushrooms. 0:12:58.752,0:13:02.320 Wild mushrooms are always the best. 0:13:06.922,0:13:09.221 And dwaling apple pie. 0:13:11.556,0:13:13.922 It sounds so comforting right? 0:13:15.123,0:13:16.474 Hobbits know their way 0:13:16.474,0:13:18.407 when it comes to food. 0:13:20.041,0:13:22.493 And later, you can also frame these 0:13:22.493,0:13:24.093 for your walls. 0:13:26.844,0:13:29.890 Now, would you like a piece 0:13:29.890,0:13:33.847 of hobbitish crockery to go with your meals? 0:13:35.392,0:13:38.362 We have very fine handcrafted 0:13:38.362,0:13:39.719 mugs and plates 0:13:39.719,0:13:41.454 which even Bilbo himself 0:13:41.454,0:13:44.054 would love to have in his kitchen. 0:13:45.416,0:13:47.233 Yes a mug is always good 0:13:47.233,0:13:50.168 to have at hand for any occasion. 0:13:51.068,0:13:53.536 Which color do you like? 0:13:53.768,0:13:56.354 We have deep blue 0:13:56.603,0:14:00.038 with the white tree of Gondor, 0:14:03.522,0:14:06.773 or the One Ring quote. 0:14:10.774,0:14:13.176 Something more earthy. 0:14:17.643,0:14:25.044 Or two-tones, with a rounder shape. 0:14:26.162,0:14:27.129 Tell me. 0:14:30.130,0:14:31.498 This one here? 0:14:34.165,0:14:37.249 Oh yes this one is my favourite as well. 0:14:37.249,0:14:39.619 It is made by hand of course 0:14:39.993,0:14:42.995 so each piece is slightly different 0:14:42.995,0:14:44.794 from the others. 0:14:49.180,0:14:51.897 Just be sure to wash it by hand 0:14:51.897,0:14:53.098 so you can keep it 0:14:53.098,0:14:56.047 for a very long time. 0:14:59.734,0:15:01.284 It's the perfect piece 0:15:01.284,0:15:03.234 for a good cup of tea 0:15:03.234,0:15:06.820 or something a little bit stronger. 0:15:08.486,0:15:10.304 Now you have: 0:15:10.304,0:15:12.088 a wall art print, 0:15:12.088,0:15:14.839 candles, 0:15:14.839,0:15:17.240 recipes, 0:15:17.240,0:15:18.423 something to drink 0:15:18.423,0:15:20.856 a comforting beverage in. 0:15:22.058,0:15:23.559 Is there anything else 0:15:23.559,0:15:27.210 you'd like to consider for your special week-end? 0:15:29.642,0:15:31.427 Middle-Earth clothing? 0:15:32.476,0:15:35.245 But not too expensive, I understand. 0:15:37.312,0:15:39.713 What I would suggest in that case 0:15:39.713,0:15:41.631 would be just an accessory. 0:15:42.214,0:15:43.848 Something you could wear 0:15:43.848,0:15:46.665 during your week-end but also 0:15:46.665,0:15:48.534 in your daily life. 0:15:48.534,0:15:53.985 Like a bag, gloves, or a scarf. 0:15:55.469,0:15:57.936 Yes it is still a bit chilly these days. 0:15:59.713,0:16:02.758 Let me show you something beautiful. 0:16:43.454,0:16:44.537 So, 0:16:46.054,0:16:49.555 this is the exact Replica 0:16:49.555,0:16:52.524 of Gandalf the Grey's scarf 0:16:52.524,0:16:55.957 as seen in the Hobbit movies. 0:16:56.291,0:17:00.359 This is made of the finest New-Zealand wool 0:17:02.342,0:17:04.859 traditionally woven directly on one 0:17:04.859,0:17:08.011 of the oldest looms in the country 0:17:08.011,0:17:12.346 dating back to the end of the 19th century. 0:17:22.411,0:17:24.929 It is a little bit shiny 0:17:25.696,0:17:27.997 because, that is the secret, 0:17:27.997,0:17:31.597 there are some tiny bits of mithril in it. 0:17:33.032,0:17:35.782 But you will not find a softer fabric 0:17:35.782,0:17:37.717 in the whole world. 0:17:37.983,0:17:40.751 It will last a lifetime if not many. 0:17:42.753,0:17:44.986 Would you like to try it on? 0:17:46.886,0:17:48.155 Let me help you. 0:17:57.890,0:17:59.690 And here we go. 0:18:05.775,0:18:07.977 Yes you can perfectly wear it 0:18:07.977,0:18:10.028 while watching the movies. 0:18:11.478,0:18:14.496 It's a little bit like wearing a scarf 0:18:14.496,0:18:16.280 from our favourite team 0:18:16.280,0:18:18.530 while watching a sport game. 0:18:36.351,0:18:39.318 Yes, this softness is quite uncommon. 0:18:49.044,0:18:50.945 How does it feel? 0:18:54.531,0:18:56.397 Good, let me take it. 0:18:58.074,0:18:59.834 I'm going to wrap it 0:18:59.834,0:19:02.053 with the other items you've chosen. 0:19:16.048,0:19:18.365 Feel free to see if anything else 0:19:18.365,0:19:19.532 catches your eye 0:19:19.532,0:19:21.949 while I'm taking care of these. 0:24:37.782,0:24:40.386 Everything is here. 0:24:43.154,0:24:45.539 Now let me prepare your bill. 0:24:45.838,0:24:47.556 I'm going to ask you 0:24:47.556,0:24:49.472 for some information. 0:24:57.308,0:25:00.026 So, your name please? 0:25:26.444,0:25:27.879 Your address? 0:27:07.062,0:27:09.632 And now, just let me offer you 0:27:09.632,0:27:11.565 a little something 0:27:11.565,0:27:14.199 just to thank you for your visit. 0:27:32.537,0:27:36.222 This is the Shire tea blend, 0:27:36.222,0:27:38.340 to enjoy with your hobbit cup. 0:27:40.157,0:27:41.826 It's mainly composed of 0:27:41.826,0:27:44.108 blackberry leaves, 0:27:44.108,0:27:45.976 lemon balm, 0:27:45.976,0:27:47.677 rose hips 0:27:47.677,0:27:50.061 and marigold flowers. 0:27:53.572,0:27:56.591 It has a very refreshing taste 0:27:56.591,0:27:59.023 and it will take you on a journey 0:27:59.023,0:28:01.558 through green rolling hills 0:28:01.558,0:28:04.176 and along peaceful brooks. 0:28:06.359,0:28:08.661 Every time you enjoy a cup of this tea 0:28:08.661,0:28:11.678 you will remember how good life can be 0:28:11.678,0:28:14.963 when we focus on simple pleasures. 0:28:16.147,0:28:18.281 This is for you. 0:28:25.650,0:28:28.017 Thank you so much for your visit 0:28:29.835,0:28:31.568 and have a wonderful evening. 0:28:35.119,0:28:36.854 Namárië (goodbye).