christmas

I love shopping around and what with the Christmas fever sure to follow the cold turn in the weather, I thought I’d share some of my favourite places to start the search…

Rose and Grey offer lovely affordable things for the home. SALE!

Plumo is an absolute must for Crimbo gifts!

I could stay in this shop forever… Anthropology for all!

Lolli Licking good at the Lollipopshoppe!

Some time ago, I was looking for a new laptop sleeve for my new mac. I went from shop to shop both online and in town and could still not find anything I liked.

Then I found BUILT, an exciting vibrant brand with plenty of variations! I was so happy until I realised they were US based and did not yet sell their products in the UK.

It’s been a long wait, but finally they are here in the UK as well as other European countries too. So, without further ado, please welcome the fantastic BUILT!

As promised here are some ideas to get your Crimbo shopping off to a warm and fuzzy start….

Under £20

Why not warm up a friends home with these lovely moroccan style hanging tealight holders.

Available from notonthehighstreet.com for £9 plus p&p

These beautiful glass heart shaped trinket boxes are just £9 and will look stunning on any dressing table.

Available from Anusha

Under £50

I’ve always wanted one of these Thornsten van Elten Pigeon lights from Nest

Now on sale in loads of colours at the bargain price of £47.20 (Prev. price £59.00)

Love birds wall stickers from Rose and Grey £49.95 (five other fab designs available).

Blow the Budget

Absolutely luxury, this stonewash Quilt is from Graham and Green in stunning cerice.

Single from £99.

Simply exquisite! Milaine beaded hanging lamps from Plumo

Available in two colours at £135.00 Many fabulous gift ideas from Plumo.

Everyone has been asking me recently for some Christmas gift ideas. It’s not just your nearest and dearest that you want to get something for, but also maybe your work colleagues or that long lost cousin or your best friends son, which can get us all a bit flustered.

To help you all out I will be doing a weekly gift ideas post for various categories so watch this space….

(Boxes by Plumo)

Baubles, birds and glittery bits. My fave’s!

Absolutely beautiful papier mache baubles from Niki Jones

I love these Cath Kidston lacquered dog decorations, inspired by Cath’s own dog.

These Cox and Cox painted vintage birds are just gorgeous.

Stunning crystal and beaded stars from Plumo.

And for a bit of fun these Arikka happy angels are available from Cloudberry Living.

HOHOHO!

As much as we might not be ready to admit it, Christmas cheer is very much on it’s way and with it the present lists come thick and fast.

So where do you start?

Well personally I like to start early and begin with female friends and family, as they are always easier to buy for. Once you’re in the flow of things, you’ll get more and more creative and even find that buying for the men in your life isn’t as tough as you first thought.

I will definitely be popping to Graham and Green, who this season have stocked up on the most beautiful festive decorations, christmas letters and winter warming lanterns.

Why not use something like these silver deers to add an instant festive feel to your mantlepiece.

I love these Noel driftwood candle holders by green point from Notonthehighstreet.com

Cutwork Lantern from Graham and Green.

Beautiful Partridge Box hand painted glass bird baubles from Plumo.