Wednesday, 6 November 2019

Christmas gift guide!

Hard to buy for suggestions:

The Book Taster. Wonderful book box that isn't a subscription service! Allowes you to order a box for a selection of people (men/women/children/new mothers/yourself). Let them know the reading tastes of the recipient and they will hand pick a surprise book for you! (middle photo shows my book selection)
Where to get it: https://www.thebooktaster.com


Wooden Flamingo. A unique gift idea of a hand painted cassette tape! They make great home decor and would brighten any space!


The Novel Menagerie. Perfect range of gifts for people who's only interest is books!



Peach Panda Studio. Unique pins and badges, great for 

stocking fillers or secret santa!




Self care gifts: 


Bahari Blossom. Handmade Vegan Bath & Body Delights.



Happy Alice Candles. Handmade Soy Wax Candles & Wax Melts
Where to get it: https://www.happyalicecandles.co.uk



Lush Cauldron Brews. Totally unique lush inspired pins, scarfs and even a planner!


Stationery: 

Alice Millin Design. Beautiful stationery inspired by nature.

Levender Studio. Stationary, notebooks, art prints, greeting cards.


Blue Sky Creations GB. Cute cards and colourful stationery!



cwillbs Cards. Card maker from the New Forest, now based in Surrey.



Sophie Heywood. Quirky colour full illustrated stationery!

Where to get it: https://www.etsy.com/shop/sophieheywood






Jewellery: 

Velvet Design Co. Beautiful jewellery made using real flowers.
Where to get it: https://velvetdesign.co


Nuckfaye. Colourful, cheap and cheerful earrings!





Gifts for children:

Charlie And Nell Co. Contemporary Handmade Babywear and Childrenswear.



Rumpuspuss. Personalised puzzles!




Gifts for pets:

Rebridled. Upcycled bags and accessories made from your pets old accessories, be it horse tack or dogs collars. Or get a new bag using recycled leather pieces and horse tack. 
Where to get it: https://www.etsy.com/shop/rebridled/


Patchwork Paws Co. pet and human accessories some of which are made using my fabric designs! (second photo 

collielennox)

Where to get it: https://www.etsy.com/shop/patchworkpawsco


River & Co. pet accessories some of which are made using my fabric designs which is lovely to see! (second photo by myadventuresidekick )
Where to get it: https://riverandco.com.au


BK Mate DesignsHand drawn prints and personalised pet portraits



JM Creations. Adorable pet bandanas!

Where to get it: https://www.jmcreations.org





Home decor:

Hannah Wisdom Textiles. Textile art created in Plymouth, Devon

Tryst with Colours by Bindiya. Artist and illustrator creating beautiful wall art and bookmarks.



Art by Jana Birta. Beautiful watercolour designs, art prints and bookmarks.


TG Textiles - Gem Blastock. Illustrator & Pointillist creating beautiful home decor.







Christmas decorations:

Holly Emily Designs. Handcrafted gifts which can be personalised for any occasion.
Where to get it: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hollyemilydesigns/


Old Flour House. Beautiful Handmade Gifts


Gift shops:

Beezes, Devizes. Located in the Gunnel in Devizes.
Check out their Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beezes.devizes/




Tuesday, 13 August 2019

Back to school essentials!




So you're heading back to school or uni, or perhaps you're starting a totally new school/uni. Ive got a list of everything you need to be prepared!

I was one of those people who actually liked school, mostly because I love stationery and lists... This is what I packed in my bag, so feel free to pick and choose, depending on your personal situation.

- Phone

- Phone case

- Charger 

- Hairbands/clips 

- Notebook(s)

- Pencil case

- Pens/pencils/rubbers (also known as erasers)/sharpener

- Snacks/lunch

- Chewing gum

- Sanitary products (plus little pouch for storage)

- Hairbrush

- Vaseline (or any lip balm)

- Books

- Water bottle

(check out below to see my product recommendations and links to items)




I always used to bring books with me, I didn't always get a chance to read, but really great for if you're waiting for the bus on your own, or when you need to have some down time.


Some book recommendations for your bag:

Love and Gelato by Jenna Evans Welch

How I Live Now by Meg Rosoff

The Hormone Diaries but Hannah Witton

Goodbye Perfect by Sara Barnard 

The Book Of Essie by Meghan MacLean

The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman 






Notebooks are essential for any school bag!

Links to products:

Whale phone case:

Whale notebook:

House notebook (no longer available, but check out Charlottes other work here): 

Floral navy notebook: 

Pencil cases: 

Sanitary pads from Always, but I'm currently loving re-usable cloth pads (thought they wouldn't look great in photos) follow the links to get your own: 

Hairbrush:

Bookmarks: 

Other stationery from Wh Smith and Paperchase.

(I have not been payed to promote or advertise any of these products)