Last minute gifts – the books I’m giving this Christmas
Dec20

Last minute gifts – the books I’m giving this Christmas

Books are a permanent fixture of our Christmas – chosen well, they’re never an unwelcome gift, and they’re swiftly available as a perfect last minute option too. With the wealth of choice before you, it’s often easier to know what other people like – so I thought I’d share my own personal literary gift-buying this year. GHOSTS: The Button House Archives If you’re a fan of the show (and you really should...

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Orange Thins from Charbonnel & Walker
Dec04

Orange Thins from Charbonnel & Walker

You simply can’t beat some delicious ‘posh chocs’ at Christmas as a filler gift, an emergency stand by or a simply perfect gift for the person-who-wants-nothing, can you? And you don’t get nicer than Charbonnel & Walker. Honestly. Their selection boxes make me happy the minute I lift the box, the gold gilt packaging itself always feels like the chocolate equivalent of a Tiffany box. So a few...

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Amazing Vintage Tea Light Lanterns by Kate Lycett
Nov23

Amazing Vintage Tea Light Lanterns by Kate Lycett

We think these amazing Lanterns by Kate Lycett are incredibly beautiful, wouldn’t you agree?These lanterns have been a staple in our Christmas traffic for years, and every time I see them pop up I pause and ooh at their prettiness. The tea-light lanterns are printed on fine card and laser cut – and entirely made in Yorkshire. Packaged flat, they come with photos and instructions. It also comes with a card envelope (38cm x...

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I have a new Art love – let me show you Desenio Posters
Nov14

I have a new Art love – let me show you Desenio Posters

Being married to a photographer, you can’t help but end up living your life surrounded by images. Strangely though, the only ones of his we have up on the wall are the personal family ones – the gallery up the stairs of goofy family photos, and the bigger ones scattered around the walls of the artistic shots of beautiful children who’ve grown into grumpy teens that won’t pose (they’re mostly there just to...

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The London Dungeon with a 9yr old? | Merlin Annual Pass
Nov12

The London Dungeon with a 9yr old? | Merlin Annual Pass

Way back when our gurt big hulking teens were just little boys, we were on holiday camping in Yorkshire. We planned to spend a day exploring in York, and while there we had the grand plan to visit the York Dungeons – I mean, how scary could it really be? I had roughty-toughty-non-scarable boys, it’d be fun. Hmmmm. Within ten minutes (after ignoring the dubious warnings at the ticket desk) I had to beat...

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The 9 Best Gifts for the Biker in Your Life
Oct28

The 9 Best Gifts for the Biker in Your Life

Finding the perfect gift for the motorcyclist in your life can be a challenge. With so much gear and equipment related to their hobby, it’s difficult to know what they might need or want. Here are some thoughtful gift ideas for motorcyclists that go beyond the typical gloves and helmets. Kraipet Sritong shutterstock Motorbike Decals Decals are a great way to customise a motorbike and reflect the rider’s personality....

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