Handmade Nottingham Winter Pop-up Shop

October 18, 2018Leave a comment

Last week the award-winning Handmade Nottingham, opened the doors to its new Winter Pop-up Shop on 8 Kings Walk… and I’m super chuffed to be one of the independent brands stocked in this fab retail space during the run up to Christmas.

The shop will be selling an array of gifts and homeware by over 80 British designer makers until 24th December (although lets hope it stays for longer). If you’re in or around Nottingham, do pop in for a spot of shopping – you’ll be spoilt for choice! From my collection you’ll find gorgeously colourful Christmas stockings, cushions and tea towels, plus limited-edition gift items too.

For more information follow @handmadenotts

Images by Handmade Nottingham

Christmas Gift Guide 2017

November 15, 2017October 5, 2017Leave a comment

Gorgeous present ideas for this Christmas from my colourful home and gift collection… Click here to get inspired and start your shopping!

Look out for me touting my wares this Christmas!

November 21, 2016February 21, 2017Leave a comment

People of Nottinghamshire, I’m delighted to let you know that I’ll be popping up at two Christmas shopping events in the area soon. Please do come and say hello! You’ll find me, alongside lots of fab designer makers, at:

Etsy Made Local Christmas Market at Nottingham Trent Student Union on Saturday 3^rd December

Norwood Park Christmas Experience at Norwood Park, Southwell on Sunday 4^th December.

I’ll be bringing along lots of gift ideas for Christmas, as well as a few festive surprises, and would love to see you there!

Keep an eye on my Instagram page for lots of updates in the run up to the shows.

Gift ideas for lovers of print & pattern this Christmas…

November 1, 2016February 21, 2017Leave a comment

From stocking fillers to delightful pressies for the home, if you have a friend or loved one that’s partial to print and pattern, we have just the gift for them…

Geometric A6 notebooks – £4.50
Fine bone china mugs – £12.00 – £12.50
Tote bags – £15.00
Lampshades – £60.00
Tea towels – £12.00
Cushion covers – £40 / £45 with feather inner

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

December 23, 2015December 16, 2015Leave a comment

It’s time for me to take a little break for Christmas and New Year. Keep your eyes peeled for details of my Winter Sale, which will be kicking off soon – It’s going to be my biggest one yet!

Until then, I’d like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year for 2016! x

Merry Christmas!

December 23, 2014December 22, 2014Leave a comment

Well it’s almost time for me to wind down for a much-needed break over Christmas and New Year. I’ll be back with a bang in January with my first appearance at Top Drawer to look forward to and of course my January Sale!

I’ll be sharing details of both very soon but until then Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all!

merry xmas

Christmas Wish List

November 25, 2013November 25, 2013Leave a comment

It’s nearly December (GULP!) and many of us have already started our Christmas shopping. If you’re struggling for ideas and/or would like to support independent business this Christmas, then the Blog and Buy Sale Christmas Wish List will help you on your way.

I’ve a few items on there myself including my Pavilion Cushion, Wanda Floor Cushion and Kirkby Teacups. They make wonderful gifts so please do have a look.

Over the weekend I selected my top picks from the list and here they are:

DETACHABLE SANTA HAT PENGUIN CHRISTMAS JUMPERS – WOLLY BABS

‘A CHASE’ SET OF 4 COASTERS – CALEIGHILL

‘A NEW DAY’ HANDMADE ILLUSTRATED LAMP – A NORTHERN LIGHT

CHEVRON CROWN – KNITTED MULTI-COLOURED STATEMENT NECKLACE – AMY LAWRENCE DESIGNS

LOVEY DOVEY WRAPPING PAPER – MRS BOOTH

WOVEN LAMBSWOOL FRIED EGGS PATTERN BLANKET – HOKOLO

‘HENRY’ CHRISTMAS CARD – SARAH RAY

I hope you like my picks too! To see the full Wish List click here… happy shopping!

A little plea… there’s still time to vote for me for the confessions of a design geek bursary. It takes 2 seconds and voting is open until 23.59 this Wednesday (27th November). Please help me out and feel free to share http://confessionsofadesigngeek.com/2013/11/14/coadg-bursary-the-2014-shortlist/

By Hand at Salford Art Gallery

November 18, 2013Leave a comment

Last Wednesday evening I was at Salford Museum and Art Gallery (with a stall of goodies) to mark the launch of By Hand: the Shop. By hand is a new craft shop at Salford Museum, featuring the work of independent artists and designer makers, many of who are local to the area. A collection of my cushions, teacups and tea towels are amongst the gorgeous products for sale.

The shop display is captivating and I’m sure visitors will find it hard to leave without purchasing a special something. It you’re looking for unique gift ideas for Christmas this is definitely the place to go!

And If you like what you see in the shop, in nearby Ordsall Hall there is a temporary exhibition that showcases more creations by the talented artists and designers.

See who’s exhibiting here

Surface Pattern Design and British Made Homeware

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