Made in the UK: Gillian Kyle
May 4, 2010 by Brenda
Filed under Family, Featured Posts, Gifts
I first came across the gorgeousness that is Gillian Kyle back in January at the Top Drawer show. Being Scottish by birth her products instantly brought back very happy memories of childhood loves. So here are a few favourites of mine for you to check out. Teacake Cotton Tote – price is £6.50. For all [...]
TGF Likes…Sheila Card Design from Lima Design
This week on TGF we are liking the cool Sheila design from Lima Design. The best seller for Lima Design is SHEILA a beautiful greeting card with a folded flower which opens up to reveal a message to the recipient. Available for all occasions and for bespoke orders. It is a 130 x 130mm card [...]
Made in the UK: Jonny’s Sister Cushions
April 17, 2010 by Brenda
Filed under Decor & Interiors, Gifts, Made in the UK, Top Picks
As regular readers will know we are passionate about Made in UK products and we will have exciting news to share with you about furthering our love of Made in UK products in the coming months… Anyway I digress, Jonny’s Sister cushions are all handmade in the UK, using the best UK materials to their [...]
Sock Monkey and Critters Store
March 18, 2010 by Brenda
Filed under Family, Gifts, Made in the UK, Top Picks
I recently was sent the link to the Sock Monkey and Critter Store on Facebook. Created by the very talented Claire and Karen, are these very cute looking sock monkeys and crazy critters. A well run home business that started from making for friends and family to now having their own Facebook page where you [...]
New goodies from Not on the High Street
March 10, 2010 by Brenda
Filed under Babies & Toddlers, Family, Featured Posts, Gifts, Grown Ups
As regular readers know, Not on the High Street is one of my favourite online stores, each time I sneak a look, I find more gorgeous gifts that I just want to shout out about. Here are my latest finds, which I wanted to share with you. Flower Pendant Necklace – This gorgeous handmade silver [...]
Handmade Soaps from the UK
February 4, 2010 by Brenda
Filed under Family, Featured Posts, Gifts, Made in the UK
Here are a selection of our favourite handmade soaps from the UK. 1 Traditionally made soap Naturally Nettle from Scents-Ability, price is £2.49 per bar. 2 Beez Kneez soap from Natural Soap, price is £3.30 for a 110g bar. 3 Banana and Ylang Soap from Fresh Handmade Soap, price is £2.85 for a 110g bar. [...]
Recycled Leather Mini London A-Z
September 11, 2009 by Brenda
Filed under Featured Posts, Gifts
Despite living in London or on the outskirts for many years, I used to get hopelessly lost when venturing into the centre of London, going by car was ok as I had the help of satellite navigation, but if I decided to set off on foot, I would usually end up lost and late for whatever meeting [...]
Made in the UK fashions
June 24, 2009 by Brenda
Filed under Babies & Toddlers, Featured Posts, Grown Ups
Here are our top selections of made in the UK fashion for the whole family. 1 Strawberry T-shirt, available from Funky Feet Fashions in ages 3/6 months to 18/24 months. Price is £16.50. 2 Cotton Jersey Hooded Shrug, available from E.G. Made in London. This is a new collection for women that has been made [...]
Top 5 Made in the UK Toiletries
June 10, 2009 by Brenda
Filed under Babies & Toddlers, Featured Posts, Health, Nutrition & Beauty
Here are my top 5 made in the UK toiletries for you to try out. Balance Me Washes – You have a choice of 6, made from pure essential oils, free from nasties. Available from Angel Living. Prices range start from £4. Trevarno Almond & Cocoa Butter Body Lotion – Handmade on the Trevarno estate, [...]
Jewellery Made in the UK
June 2, 2009 by Brenda
Filed under Featured Posts, Gifts
Here are a selection of my favourite jewellery finds that have been made in the UK. Large Dove Pendant by Bethan Carr – A single solid silver Dove on a single chain. Available from Soremi Jewellery for £36.













