Right Up Our Street...
Friday 30th May 2008

Posh Spots, Country Dots, French Roses, Dragonfly, Hettie Hen, Sailing Boats and Summer Strawberries... and many more, all in a fabulous array of colours. The second we saw Meg Morton Interiors we knew it was right up our street: great value, hand painted gorgeous gifts. Now what could be better than...

The Perfect Pud...
Wednesday 28th May 2008

What do pure cane sugar, sticky dates, free range eggs and fresh local cream make? Calories yes but much more importantly they make Cartmel’s celebrated Sticky Toffee Pudding... made from 100% natural ingredients, the above are just some of the yummy ingredients that go into each lovingly and traditionally made pudding. So...

A Special New Boutique...
Tuesday 27th May 2008

When it comes to giving gifts to young ones, no one wants to give a gift that everyone else is giving too... so, if like us you’d rather something that wasn’t mass produced and that was a bit unusual, then there’s a special new boutique that should be on your radar. Packed...

Look Good & Do Good...
Friday 23rd May 2008

Renewable material, natural material, organic, water efficient, locally produced, supporting people... Just some of the criteria that’s analysed in the rigorous assessment that a supplier has to go though before One Eco Home will consider their products for their ethical furnishings range. Not only can you rest assured you’re getting the...

The Best Bangles This Way...
Thursday 22nd May 2008

Inspired by the creativity and bold use of colour seen on her travels to remote parts of the world, as well as by the soft balance of colour found in nature, Angie Gooderham started designing jewellery over 20 years ago. Her inspiration is channelled with an intuitive eye for colour, texture...

Gifts, Furniture & Accessories...
Monday 19th May 2008

'Civilian dress worn by a person who normally wears a military uniform' – the Oxford dictionary definition of the word ‘mufti’ – a word adopted in the days when Britian was an empire. No longer confined to a form of dress, mufti has become an approach to everyday life and the Mufti...

Clutch Shoppers This Way...
Friday 16th May 2008

The clutch... What better way to finish off an outfit in style, add a touch of something special and ensure that you’re equipped with all essentials. If your seasonal bag budget is geared towards that killer tote then Lily Wigglesworth Bags might just hold the key to all of...

Decorative Country Living...
Thursday 15th May 2008

If Decorative Country Living is your cup of tea then one visit to the store itself and like us, you’ll be smitten... Discover a harmonious mix of antique (think French/Scandinavian with a touch of English country house), vintage and new items. td{font-size:8pt;font-family:verdana;} French Market Baskets from £26.50...

Summer Holiday Shop Special
Wednesday 14th May 2008

For summer holiday inspiration look no further than our Holiday Shop Special that’s now live. We've trawled the web and pulled out all our favourites to ensure that you (and your children and your man) are the most stylish thing on holiday this summer. Check out our huge range of bikinis...

Fresh & Feminine...
Tuesday 13th May 2008

Take that which is fresh and modern, combine it with a touch of romance, some playful spirit then add a whole lot of love... And you have a collection that delivers a chic and feminine look. The Milly Moy Spring / Summer collection features vibrant blues and bold yellow mixed with natural...

This Summer's Ultimate Accessory...
Monday 12th May 2008

Forget clutches and cardis, if you're looking for something to go beautifully with floral flocks and tea dresses then look no further... Pinky, is the world’s first vodka rose and it’s the ultimate accessory for the summer season. Aimed at discerning drinkers – yes that’s us ladies - five times distilled...

When Clothes Speak Louder Than Words...
Friday 9th May 2008

Multi-award winning designer clothes store, Jules B is now online with a slick new webstore for us all to enjoy... The three time ‘Independent Retailer of the Year’ features fashion and accessories from iconic designers that include Diane von Furstenberg, designer of the moment Milly and Twenty8Twelve. They’re also the only...

Everyday Luxury...
Wednesday 7th May 2008

Times are changing and thanks to the likes of Untouched World™ , you don’t have to give up quality, luxury and great design to be good to the planet and take care of its people because the New Zealand company design ethical luxury fashion without compromising performance and style. But this isn’t...

Some Things Are Made To Last...
Tuesday 6th May 2008

If you were wined and dined by hospitable friends over the banks hols then thank yous and flowers will be high up today's to do list. But if you tend to think it's a bit of a shame to send beautiful flowers that you know'll never last, then you'll be delighted to...

A Taste Of Something Sweet...
Friday 2nd May 2008

If the taste of freshly baked sweet things come coffee time, tea time or pudding time (or any other for that matter) appeals but you lack the ‘home baked’ touch then help is at hand. If farmers’ markets, independent producers and great taste fresh free from all those nasties (aka additives)...

A Dedication To Creation...
Thursday 1st May 2008

A quick glimpse of Jane Carr’s estore and you won’t be surprised to hear that the MA graduate spent four years in Milan as head of women’s wear printed textiles for Donatella Versace. Carr’s stunning collection that features luxury hand-finished scarves, stoles and beach wear launched in 2005 and was...