Two weeks today!

We're going to be at Orchard Market from 10am-4pm on Saturday 10th December.  Stalls and events will be taking place in Sneinton's new market place all day... and we'll be there with a selection of our shop's goodies.  So pop it in your diary now & come join us!

Andrea Thorpe Jewellery

We're now stocking a beautiful jewellery collection from Andrea Thorpe.  Her work is inspired by natural forms, particularly florals and the 'Protea' range is no different, named after South Africa's national flower.  All the pieces are silver, finished with yellow gold and freshwater pearls.

Glove weather...

Debbie has a selection of beautiful gloves to keep those hands toasty as winter takes hold...

Cosy yet practical, fingerless gloves are perfect for those of us who like to be able to continue to type.. knit.. sew.. text.. or even play piano at all times!

Choose between hand-knitted rustic mittens, made using yarn from our local sheep breeder, and dainty, feminine, fingerless gloves in a range of autumnal colours.  Debbie also has a range of soft mohair gloves, available with matching and contrasting scarves.  Pop in to find your favourite...

Craft in the City

Debbie Bryan will be exhibiting at Craft in the City during December.  The Nottingham art and craft fair offers affordable, high quality crafted gifts, perfect in the run up to Christmas.  It takes place every weekend during December 2011 in the Sillitoe Room, 4th Floor, Waterstone's, Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham.  Debbie will be there with her luxurious knit wraps, distinctive scarves, finishing-touch corsages and unique resin brooches on Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th, then Friday 16th, Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th.  Why not go along after visiting the shop?

Amanda Mercer Ceramics

Have recieved some gorgeous ceramic pieces from Amanda Mercer, including embossed buttons that are perfect for cutomsing that dull high street cardigan.  Her work is decorative yet practical and inspired by nostalgia which fits the shop well!

Christmas is coming...

We kick started our festive season with a lovely shopping evening last Wednesday… complete with mince pies and sherry. Thank you to all who came!
The Christmas tree is now up and filling our shop with that wonderful Christmas smell… And we’ve adorned it with beautiful decorations from Laura Lou, Julia Church, J.C.Middlebrook, Phiona Richards and Amanda Mercer…

Why not pop in to start your Christmas shopping… or perhaps bring your other half and drop some hints!? As always, gift wrapping is free for presents… even ones for yourself!

Planning a wedding?

Looking for something a bit different?  Join us for free at our shop from 12-3pm on Sunday 27th November for an opportunity to try on, sample and plan the details that will make your special day truly unique.  Enjoy the surroundings of our lovely shop with a bit of tea and cake... and we'll maybe throw in some confetti! 

Nottingham Lace

We've recently extended our heritage collection to include a range of cotton lace fabric and tablecloths.  All are original Nottingham Lace designs created locally by the firm who made Kate Middleton's wedding dress lace... You can choose your own design and have a tablecloth made to order so it fits your precise requirements, or just pick one up in the shop... and our trims are available to buy by the 1/2 metre.

We also have our fascinating framed and unframed industry lace drawings and framed vintage Nottingham lace samples.  These were created by Fewkes who were the last lace producers in Nottingham and created Lady Diana's wedding dress lace.  For more information pop into the shop, or give us a ring on 0115 9507776.

New Designers Galore!

We've started stocking up the shop for Christmas with loads of new goodies... Perfect as gifts for friends and family... or maybe to add to your own wish list?

Clare Hillerby has dropped off some evocative collages, cleverly composed with vintage found papers including letters, stamps and embroidery...

We met Alexia Claire at Liverpool Design Show and returned armed with a playful collection of her bags and bunting, ideal for storing children's toys away or as gift bags...

Lauren Crawford's textural scarves add an extra dimension to any outfit all year round...

J.C.Middlebrook has developed her lace-inspired collection to include dramatic fashion accessories. These statement pieces are the ultimate finishing touch to your christmas party outfit...

We've stocked up on Hannah Nunn's warm and ambient lighting range, with a new mistletoe design setting the festive atmosphere...

We've also received illustrated ceramic work from Faye Power, with three designs across jugs, teacups, mugs and teapots...

After her recent papercraft workshop here at the shop, Phiona Richards of Rare Notions (who recently featured on Channel 4's Handmade Britain with Kirstie Allsopp!) dropped off some wonderful book paper tree decorations and new jewellery...

And last but certainly not least, we've got a subtle collection of childhood inspired ceramic pieces from Suet Yi...