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Sponsor Spotlight: Particle Press and the Thousand Paper Cranes
I’d like to introduce the new swallow collection from Particle Press and the Thousand Paper Cranes, one of my lovely blog sponsors. The fresh and bold collection is inspired by swallows marking the arrival of Spring, as they arrive back in Britain from their Winter jollies in Africa. Gorgeous, huh? Do you think purchasing a piece or two might encourage Spring to show its face a little quicker? It’s worth a try, me thinks. Say hello to Particle Press and…
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Bookmarked: Melt Candles
Ooh I do enjoy a luxury candle to while away an evening while the OH potters around the house and the night settles in. So it’s always nice to discover a brand I’d not heard of that produce beautiful and calming scented candles for your home. Melt’s lovingly hand poured candles, made in England, are individually handcrafted and fill your home with delicious aromas. I know this because I was sent the Eden candle, scented with herbs, spices, precious woods…
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Reader Offer: Particle Press and the Thousand Paper Cranes
Let’s cheer up Tuesday with a special discount from my blog sponsor, Particle Press and the Thousand Paper Cranes, shall we? Inspired by nature and their Scottish roots, Particle Press create screen printed homewares and accessories for you and your home. To celebrate Valentine’s Day they are offering you lovely folk a 25% discount on all products within the the Particle Press online shop, including the Birds Nest Tote I featured in my weekly feature, Tote of the Week, a…
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Handmade: Felt Flower Ring
Today’s craft tutorial is a Felt Flower Ring – a lovely gift for admirers of fun jewellery and the young at heart. Or you could just go crazy and make one for yourself? Felt balls are ideal for crafting. They’re flexible to work with, great for jewellery crafts and cheap. So if you’re needing ideas for stocking fillers and want an easy gift to make (takes 20 mins), this fun craft DIY is for you! Here’s the how-to: You can…
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Bookmarked: Blackbird and the Owl
Blackbird and the Owl is the creation of Peggy Wolf, a German illustrator living in London. Different to her striking illustrative work, Blackbird and the Owl combines her love of old techniques (screen printing and braiding) and contemporary and minimal design to create these stunning leather accessories. I like a mixture of old and new, ’tis very satisfying! Each piece is handprinted and handmade here in the UK and I’m convinced every gal should own one of her clutches. You…
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Bookmarked: Winter’s Moon
Vintage, recycled and handmade. When I see these three words I go slightly weak at the knees. Put them altogether in a shop and I’m in heaven. Someone pass me the gin? Gulp, gulp. And continue… Winter’s Moon, an online store featuring a quirky range of vintage, recycled and handmade furniture and homewares (gulp) is a delight. Colour and pattern feature prominently and including a brand new upholstery collaboration with Brie Harrison – I can only imagine good things for…
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Tote of the week: Recession tote bag via Alphabet Bags
Alphabet Bags are one of my favourite maker of totes. There I said it. Their bold and cheerful designs are all handmade in the UK by a lovely couple – who are also responsible for the Keep Calm Gallery too (tea towels galore!). They’ve recently launched a brand new website if you fancy a gander? This Recession tote bag is a little reminder to me to keep on swimming and smiling through these times. As my Nanna once…