Pryce Jones Catalogue 1959

This image is the front page of Pryce Jones Limited Centenary Celebration Catalogue, Spring/Summer 1959. There are two drawings of postmen delivering parcels to homes.

Local artist and former Laura Ashley designer and historian Brian Jones popped in for some A3 poster prints, with a beautiful piece of history, a 1959 Pryce Jones Catalogue.

Preserving a Piece of Newtownโ€™s History

Brian generously allowed me to reproduce several pages from this valuable local historical artefact he possesses, which Iโ€™m excited to share with you.

A Legacy of Textile Innovation in Newtown

With centuries of textile and manufacturing heritage in Newtown, combined with the extensive local knowledge accumulated over generations by residents of Montgomeryshire and Powys, Brian exemplifies the legacy of the once-prominent local businesses.

These pioneers were instrumental in creating the worldโ€™s first mail-order catalogue and inventing the sleeping bag, among many other innovations.

https://brianjonesartist.co.uk/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pryce_Pryce-Jones
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laura_Ashley





Need a print shop? Pop in to see us at Frolic House ( between Newtown Medical Practice and Driving Test Centre )| Call 01686 610 106 | Message 0783 222 7823 | We’d love to work on some poster prints with you too!

Bluesdigital | New Year Opening Times | 25-26

New Year Opening Times- Bluesdigital, Newtown, Powys

We’ll be here on New Year’s Eve till 5:30 pm, then back on Monday, January 5th, from 9:30 am. Of course, we’ll be available to assist via Email: shop@bluesdigital.com or TXT: 0783 222 7823 during working hours over the festivities!

Have a wonderful end to the year as we look forward to our 20th Anniversary serving the lovely folks of Newtown, Powys & beyond.

In the Community Spotlight: Radnor Preserves

Radnor Preserves - Bluesdigital Communtiy

Weโ€™re delighted to shine a light on Radnor Preserves in the Bluesdigital community. ๐ŸŒฟ

Their award-winning Chutneys, Marmalades & Conserves donโ€™t just sound amazing โ€” they look beautifully crafted too. From the rich, deep colour of their Blackcurrant & Vanilla Preserve to the vibrant glow of their Blood Orange, Chilli & Smoked Sea Salt Marmalade, their products are pure eye-candy for preserve lovers.

If you havenโ€™t already, take a look at their creations, which look every bit as impressive as their reputation. ๐ŸŠโœจ

Just a few of the Many awards that Radnor Preserves have won!

https://www.radnorpreserves.com

๐Ÿ“ Is your computer in a bit of a jam? We can help with that.

We love seeing local businesses like Radnor Preserves set the bar so high. While youโ€™re enjoying their award-winning preserves, let us handle the ‘fiddly’ side of your tech, web, and print. Whether itโ€™s a finicky PC, a website idea, or a high-res print job that needs a professional finish, weโ€™ve got the tools and the “detail-obsessed” eye to get it right.

Pop in for a chat or give us a shout: ๐Ÿ“ž 01686 610 106 | ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0783 222 7823

โœ… Always happy to help.

A Little Letter, A Little Magic

Here at Bluesdigital, we love doing things a little differently. This September, we started a small, whimsical project: reaching out to local businesses with an old-fashioned letter, delivered right through the door.

What makes these letters extra special? The stamps! We adore the unique stamp collections from Royal Mail, and weโ€™re sending each letter with a carefully chosen stamp. The very first batch, sent out on the 5th of September, featured the mythical creature stamps โ€” and they looked absolutely magical. If you were lucky enough to receive one, we hope it brightened your day just a little.

We wish we could include these beautiful stamps on every letter we send, but for now, only a handful of businesses are chosen at random.

If your letter didnโ€™t have the special stamp, donโ€™t worry โ€” thereโ€™s always next time! Or, if youโ€™re feeling cheeky, pop in to see us and maybe we can make an excuse for a fancy stampโ€ฆ perhaps on an invoice letter, ๐Ÿ’

Feeding Bellies Not Bins

Newtown Food Surplus logo and contact information for local food waste project.

Quick shout out to the fantastic volunteers & all the local companies that help to run Newtown Food Surplus, an amazing initiative focused on Feeding Bellies Not Bins. They could do with as much help as possible to continue helping so many people, so any time you can spare would be REALLY appreciated, or a few quid via DONATION would help to keep the lights (& Freezers) on. https://donorbox.org/newtown-food-surplus

Take a look at all the great work they do in & around the Newtown/Powys area.

Website: nfs.wales Contact/Volunteer: info@nfs.wales Facebook

Beware the Portuguese Tarts”โ€ฆ.. Highly Addictive!

๐Ÿ’ปNo time to come to us? Weโ€™ll get your tech here, fixed up, and returned in a snap! ๐Ÿš–

You may have noticed some changes to our website โ€” including our new pick-up and drop-off service! No more taking time out of work, family, or leisure to get your PC or laptop running smoothly. Just pick a time, and weโ€™ll handle the rest โ€” safe, fast, and hassle-free.

Sit back, relax, and let us make life easier.

This Oneโ€™s a Bit Different…

Todayโ€™s been one of those days โ€” where things just donโ€™t go to plan. A handful of jobs, each with their own unexpected challenges. Even with all the experience, care, and effort I bring to work, itโ€™s been a bit of a grind. It’s important to remember how days like these can impact our mental health.

At Bluesdigital, I take pride in delivering a high standard of service. That commitment doesnโ€™t change โ€” even when the day doesnโ€™t go my way. And while itโ€™s part of running a business, it can still be enormously frustrating.

Iโ€™m sharing this to acknowledge that these days happen. If todayโ€™s felt like a bit of a slog for you, this is a quiet nod to say: youโ€™re not alone. Maybe reaching out about a hard day for me can bring about a little ease for you. Just talking about mental health can sometimes lighten the load.

Thank you to my customers today, you are all super appreciated!