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Christmas Gift Guide #1
***Welcome to the beginning of the new Christmas gift guide series. Hopefully you will find inspiration for all tastes and pockets, from the high street, online and the super awesome independents right here in the UK. Happy gifting!*** This week’s gift guide is all about relaxing. I love it when I receive a present that encourages me to sit and quietly read, soak in a bath or take time to paint my nails. So if I can encourage the lovely people in my life…
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Gifts: Winter Writing Corner
When I’m not working at the gallery, sorting the house or pottering around town, you will find me on the sofa curled up with my laptop and notebook. It’s where I spend most of my time, writing posts for this blog, websites and the odd magazine article. Oh and plotting world domination, as you do. Now the weather is changing and we’re jumping feet first into Winter I’ve begun researching bits and pieces that would make great gifts for Christmas; all…
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Bookmarked: Mugs, Totes, Anchors and Brogues
There always seems to be one (or all) of the following bookmarked on my laptop: tote bags, brogues, notebooks, anchor related nonsense, kitchen accessories and mugs. Oh and fancy hand wash; I’m a sucker for a little luxury now and again. Whether it’s something I will actually buy, gift, or simply feature on this blog, it cheers me knowing there is so much loveliness out there that suits me to a ‘T’! Here’s a few bits and bobs I’ve spotted…
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Tote of the Week: Tunnocks Caramel Wafer Bag by Gillian Kyle
I’ve started to write the list this week, thinking of bits and pieces that my family and friends might like to receive this Christmas. This Caramel Wafer Tote by Gillian Kyle, who stole my heart with her Scottish illustrative creations a long time ago, will be added to the list and cheer my Mum up for sure. At £19.95, the eco-friendly tote bag makes a great gift for someone who has everything. It is screen printed on 100% organic cotton canvas…
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Tote of the Week: Neon Pink Owl Tote by Les Miniboux
Well that was a week and a half. The type of week where I just want to leaf through magazines and browse websites ALL weekend with hot chocolate by my side. You may have noticed my blog suddenly disappearing (always the drama queen) on Wednesday and Thursday? Sorry about that. It is the first time in 3 years I’ve had blog issues, which were out of my control, and it completely knocked me for six. I’ll write a separate post…
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Tote of the Week: Sunbeam Tote Bag by Tea Please
Sunbeam tote £9.73 // Tea Please Celebrate Roald Dahl Day (and the weekend) with this eco-friendly Sunbeam Tote Bag from small British company, Tea Please. Guaranteed to add a little sunshine, this handmade shopper is destined to visit junk shops and filled with delightful books for the Autumn/Winter months. Think good thoughts and have a happy Friday! ♥ P.S On the hunt for a new tote bag? Take a look through my previous tote bags featured.
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Made: DIY A-Z Gift Tags
Welcome to a new series on the blog featuring DIY papercraft tutorials, including how to make your own greeting cards, gift tags and the odd wrap inspiration. Using craft supplies I already have in the house, and a few new ones, I’ve lined up some very simple DIY’s to make your own lovely stationery, perfect for brown paper parcels tied up with string! To make A-Z Gift Tags you will need: Alphabet stamp set (I found mine here) Black ink Card…
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Gift Guide: Gifts For Dudes
Towards the second half of the year all the men in my life decided to be born. They are very helpful like that. Amongst them is my OH’s birthday in November which is never a problem as he would be just as happy with a new pack of batteries for his Xbox controller than anything else. But because gifting is fun, I thought I’d pull together a gift guide for dudes – in particular for my OH, incase I get…
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Tote of the Week: There Is A Light Tote Bag by Nan Lawson
Oh how happy I am to have discovered Nan Lawson’s work via Society 6. Her illustrations, inspired by pop culture, make up a collection of art prints, canvasses, accessories, clothing and tote bags; there’s even a Game of Thrones and Parks and Recreation tote! After scouring through her collection of bags, the There Is A Light Tote Bag stole my heart absolutely, the way the song did in the 90s. It can be yours for $18 (£11.50 ish) and can…
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Tote of the Week: ‘Make The Most Of It’ Tote Bag by Alphabet Bags
I like this sentiment and I love the ‘Make The Most Of It‘ tote bag; a friendly reminder to be present every single day, especially when life gets in the way! It can be yours for £13 and delivered for only £1.75 within 2-3 days….joy! Happy Friday! P.S Look out for a smashing giveaway a little later on (great for vintage fashion lovers!) ♥ P.P.S On the hunt for a new tote bag? Take a look through my previous tote bags featured.
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Tote of the Week: Goodies and Treats Tote Bag by Bread and Jam
It really doesn’t take too much for me to get excited so imagine my delight when I spotted Bread & Jam have added to their collection of screen printed goodies to include tote bags! Steady Lisa, steady. Available in blue and red print, the Goodies and Treats tote bag is £9.95 and is awaiting to be checked out at your earliest convenience. Happy Friday! ♥ P.S On the hunt for a new tote bag? Take a look through my previous tote…
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Tote of the Week: Cherith Harrison Scottish Birds Tote Bag via Talented Totes
Inspired by Scottishness, animals and colours, the Scottish Birds Tote Bag is part of the Talented Totes collection, a shop curating ethically made and ecologically printed tote bags. Designed by Edinburgh-based printmaker Cherith Harrison, this tote bag delights with its contrasting orange, pink and blue bird print and features a inner zip pocket and press stud fastening. It can be yours for £25 from ASOS and if you’re feeling fancy, it also comes with a matching clip purse. Happy Friday! ♥ P.S On the…