Spotted! Writing Set For Children – Total Bargain!
Yes. that’s Right. The iconic ‘Guess How Much I Love You’ by Sam McBratney. Along with a writing set which includes paper, envelopes and stickers. All from the The Book People for £2.99. Teach your children the disappearing art of writing a letter. Make their grandparents smile. Why are you still here? GO! Buy! For your children. For presents. And get one for yourself while you’re at it. Send me a beeyootiful...
Spotted! Owls! On a Clock!
Oh what could be sweeter in a clock than this? Two Lulabird owls, no less. The clear numbers make it a very practical clock for a childs room, of course; but blow them, I want this in my office! Available from HunkyDory Home
Hello Mrs Booth!
Have you met Mrs Booth? Browsed her website, made with love by mrs booth? Oh you should, you really, really should. She is a lady who makes (with love) some of the most beautiful things I’ve ever come across on the internet. I have been admiring her drawings and designs for some time now. There is something about her simply perfect animals and perfect colours that tickle my childhood memories. When I first saw them I...
Spotted! Pretty, Pretty Birdhouses…
Oh, they are just so sweet! These very pretty metal birdhouses from Nkuku are handpainted in Kashmir, providing employment for artisans in their own homes. Wouldn’t they make a perfect gift for someone you know? Nkuku is a gorgeous little website-find. This is what they say about themselves; “Nkuku specialise in stylish, eco-friendly and fair trade gifts. All our products are inspired by the traditional skills of artisans...
Mothers Day Gift Idea #15 – Ruby & Ed slippers. Yes, we suggested slippers.
Well, yes, slippers are about as glam as getting socks. Or a pinny. I know. BUT. These aren’t really ordinary slippers, are they? And if Mothers Day Gifts are all about making you feel special, and pretty, and pampered – then these check all the right boxes. Satin, crochet flowers, bead work, dainty almost-not-there mule elegance… We love them. And – they’re from Ruby & Ed. So there. Those rather...
Mothers Day Gift Idea #14 – The Telegram. No, really.
Just how gorgeous are these telegrams? Each one is hand crafted, totally unique and designed to celebrate the classic British Telegram. An original 1940’s typewriter is used, and they even add vintage stamps and authentic franking. The message reads – WOULDN’T SWAP YOU – STOP WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU – STOP FOR BEING MY MUM – STOP Obviously each telegram is customised to your own recipient/sender,...