These owls have no problem sleeping because they’re filled with French lavender. Each one is made from vintage fabrics and measures around 4 x 3.5 inches. Lovely for drawers, cupboards and wardrobes.
For more unique accessories and homewares visit Pouch at www.pouchbags.co.uk.
Sleepy Owls by Pouch - £7 each.
Festive fayre, toasty knitwear and kits for crafters. Whizz over to Betty Joy for more gift ideas and frivolous treats.
Surprise your men folk on Christmas morning with a pair of handmade cufflinks by AW Designs. Sussex based glass artist, Angela Wood, creates jewellery and accessories from colourful, shimmery dichroic glass.
All of the above are priced between $18 and $19 (approx £11.65 to £12.30). To view the full range go to www.awdesignsuk.etsy.com.
I was excited to discover a new-to-me Etsy store called Charliemotel. Swansea-based designer Megan Tucker has produced a charming range of cards and artwork, all based around her cute illustrations. But unfortunately the shop is about to close down.
Before Megan folds down her virtual shutters for the last time, she has marked everything down to 50%. There are some great bargains to be had and lots of Christmassy stationery.
You’ll have to be quick for this: www.charliemotel.etsy.com.
How can you resist these? I very nearly bought some myself and I don’t even have a baby. They’re made from good quality yarns including organic merino and baby cashmerino and are hand knitted in Cambridge by Willo.
Ooh and they cost just $20 (approx £13). Tempted? Go to www.willo.etsy.com.
The party season is upon us again. If you’re looking for something glamorous, feminine and romantic check out the Looking Glass label. Emilie Barson and Claire Davey have worked together to create a fresh, quirky, vintage-inspired collection. Sumptuous, tumbling layers of chiffon and lace trims contrast with plunging necklines and smouldering palettes.
These are classic pieces that can be dressed up and down and at £79.50 to £120, you won’t need to break into your gift fund.
Shop now at www.lookingglassstore.com.
Don’t forget that BUST Magazine’s Craftular is taking place in just over a week. It promises to be an all-dancing, all-day and all-night shopping and crafting extravaganza. We’re delighted to be involved as one of the sponsors.
What: Craftacular
When: 6 December, 12pm ’til 12am
Where: St Aloysius Social Club, 20 Phoenix Road, London
Find out more at www.bust.com/Craftacular/BUST-Holiday-Craftacular-2008.html.
Alice in Wonderland. Moleskine Cahier. What’s not to love? Each little book is hand stamped and measures 3½ x 5½ inches. It is available to buy from Champignons, where you’ll find lots of other cute notebooks, artworks and trinkets.
This costs just $11.00 (approx £7.17).
Buy from www.champignons.etsy.com.
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