A shop selling original objects that tell a story in Schaerbeek's European quarter

In November 2023, the Paumes Objets Choisis boutique opened in the European Quarter at 2 Avenue Léon Mahillon in Schaerbeek, contributing to the development of the Plasky district.

Initially trained as a decorator, Bénédicte Lejeune was appointed shop manager at one of Belgium's biggest tourists and cultural attractions, where she developed the souvenir and gift shops.

She continued her career in property renovation and interior design.

Bénédicte Lejeune: "The idea of creating Paumes was born in 2016 from two small terracotta pots brought back from a trip to Burkina Faso. How could we share these beautiful travel discoveries?

"Opening a shop selling decorative objects is also a young girl's dream.  So, I decided to go ahead and offer my chosen objects to people in my neighbourhood."

In her little shop, Bénédicte sells objects from Tunisia, Spain, India, Bangladesh, France, Belgium and elsewhere.

These chosen objects have a history. They tell the story of a culture, but also of the craftspeople who made them - passionate people who know how to work their materials with an artistic touch.

Bénédicte selects objects according to the ethical standards under which they are made, and to promote employment and craftsmanship in the various countries with which she works. 

The result of her selection is an original range of objects not easily found elsewhere.

At Paumes, you will find decorative items as well as household linen, glasses, candles in recycled objects, dishes... for yourself or as gifts.

The range changes frequently, as Bénédicte continues to travel and visit craftspeople she has fallen in love with both abroad and in Belgium.

Paumes Objets Choisis
Avenue Léon Mahillon, 42
1030 Bruxelles
www.paumes.be

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