Here's a few of our favourite designers and gift distributors. Mainly women, mainly UK and all offering something unusual.
www.nessbypost.com - wellies , hats, bags etc with a new take on tartan
www.offthewallengland.co.uk - stylish watches that flick on and off - ideal for busy women
www.carrieelspeth.com - Carrie is an award winning jeweller who designs and makes across the Severn from us in Wales
www.janerafter.com - a brand new designer with a fantastic idea for three pairs of shoes in one
www.sassyandboo.com - based in Bath they have recreated real 1920s dresses in silk and beaded embroidery
www.bibsandstuff.co.uk - a whole range of smart but sensible baby and toddler gear chosen from around the world by people who understand what babies and parents need.Baby stuff that looks good and works
www.stevalcandlecompany.co.uk - the nicest Cornishman we know with the best smelling candles ever
Our Top local Charity
www.glosgeologytrust,org.uk - our favourite charity in Gloucestershire. These guys do great work and need all the help they can get saving the counties unique landscape and geoheritage. Why not visit the site and buy some goodies, become a member or just make a charitable donation to a superb cause.