Meet the Team

About Kit & Caboodle

At Kit & Caboodle, we are passionate about reusing the resources we already have. By giving furniture a second life, we contribute to a more sustainable and eco-conscious way of living. Originally founded by Philippa Taylor & Sue Jenkins, the journey started with a commitment to sustainable furniture solutions and has grown into a unique retail experience with two locations in the Algarve.

Two Locations, Two Vibes

Our Almancil store, managed by Sue Jenkins (Philippa’s close friend long before they worked together) offers a warehouse-style experience. Located within a 700m² space at the Algarve Express premises, it has an industrial vibe and an ever-evolving selection of pre-loved furniture. Our team, including Julie Rushman, who was also a friend before joining Kit & Caboodle, is here to help with your buying needs, whether it's measuring up or organising delivery.

In March 2024, we expanded to Alcantarilha with a more styled, boutique-like shop. Managed by Andres Del Rio, this store offers not just beautiful furniture, but also a cozy café and a refill centre where you can bring your empty containers to fill up on eco-friendly household products like floor cleaner and fabric softener.

Our Creative Heart

At both locations, our focus on sustainability extends to furniture restoration. At our Alcantarilha store, Lucia Patricio, our In House Painter, transforms pieces with unique, hand-painted designs using our extensive range of Annie Sloan paints. Philippa’s training with Annie Sloan and her team, means we not only restore pieces but also offer furniture painting courses, so you can learn these transformative skills yourself. Check out our Workshops page for details

Online Shopping

If you can’t make it to the stores, you can easily shop online. Simply browse our collection, add your favourites to your cart, and enjoy delivery straight to your door with competitive rates.

Sustainability at Our Core

At Kit & Caboodle, reusing and repurposing is more than a business—it’s our passion. Whether you’re shopping, restoring, or refilling, we invite you to join us in making sustainable choices that are good for your home and the planet.

  1. Our products are all Sold As Seen and full examination of each item should be done by the purchaser before taking delivery.
  2. Our website pictures, description and measurements are meant as an indication only and should not be relied upon for accuracy. Kit&Caboodle accept no liability for any difference.
  3. All clients viewing products at the Algarve Express Transport & Removal premises do so at their own risk.
  4. Kit&Caboodle accept no responsibility or liability for any injury caused whilst at the warehouse premises.
  5. Quotations can be given for all deliveries outside of the Algarve and will be carried out by a member of the Algarve Express Transport & Removals team.
  6. Assembly of goods is the responsibility of the purchaser unless a price has been requested from us for this service.
  7. Kit&Caboodle can accept Cash, Debit Card or Bank Transfers.
  8. An item may be reserved for 24hrs,. Any longer is at the discretion of the management
  9. Full payment is expected upon before delivery of the goods.
  10. Delivery Terms and Conditions can be found HERE.