Two Angels - angels & petals AND crafty angel

Internet

Oh my goodness, how I've come to rely on the internet! Ours 'went down' last Tuesday and I've only just got it back. Nearly a whole week in which I felt like I had no access to the outside world, or to you!

I haven't been able to share with you my usual moments of mild excitement, so I'm delighted to be able to do that today.

As you know I love to find gorgeous gifts for the shop, and with that in mind I proudly present.........

these lavender scented, knitted wheat bag cushions, with a gorgeous ribbon bow to allow you to remove the wheat sack. I can't think of a nicer Christmas present to give than warmth & comfort, done so stylishly.

No room for the ELF

E.L.F. cosmetics have been very popular at Angels & Petals, their high quality & low preservative levels have appealed to our customers. However, with space at a premium we have decided not to re stock. This means we now have lots of items to clear at £1.00 each. So please come along and have a good rummage -the nail polishes are sure to fly at this price so don't delay!

Cute & Quirky

How cute are these little fellas? With attachments to fit a mobile phone or a keyring I think they are a strong contender for an alternative to the traditional chocolate egg this Easter.
 

The thing about stripes is they're addictive.

Stripes get under your skin, you become drawn towards them, the colours start dancing in front of your eyes, teasing you, just begging you smile and be happy. Well, that's what happens to me anyway. Hence the arrival today of this gorgeous looking rainbow soap. It's called Pure Therapy and contains Bergamot oil, which is renowned for it's mood enhancing qualities and ability to lift feelings of sorrow and melancholy. At just £2.25, no bathroom should be without one!

Who could resist?

I'm back to thinking about post-able gifts this morning and these really pretty corsages came to mind.

Fair trade, from South Africa they are beautifully made from pure silk, with little beads in the centre. Perfect for pinning to a jumper or coat, or even a handbag. At just under £7 I think they're the perfect Mothers day gift - but I might be biased!!

Thinking ahead..................

This morning I thought I'd show you a couple or pretty little gifts that might make lovely Mothering Sunday gifts. Mothering Sunday, is a week on Sunday, 14th March. A lot of ladies in Hatherleigh seem to have family in other parts of the country & abroad and usually need something which is light and safe to send. So for those of you who need to catch the post, these two little pretties might fit the bill. They are both made of silk and are FairTrade. The purse sports beautiful machine embroidery flowers and is fully lined. The little jewellery roll, perfect for a weekend away, has little zip pockets inside.

Isn't it pretty?

 
We have larger jewellery rolls too - for anyone lucky enough to get more than a weekend away!

Scented Doorstops

A while ago I 'invented' scented doorstops. Not the usual lavender filling, but a selection of scents. They were very popular and I began a website selling them, alongside doing various craft fairs and events. Then I got fed up! As you do! I never wanted to see or smell a doorstop again. However, I have decided I like them again! Fickle I know. Typical Gemini really. So why am I telling you this?? Because I have some really lovely ones to put in the shop over the next couple of weeks, such as the one below, and I think you're going to like them. They are after all, both decorative & pretty and they do make the perfect gift for the person who has everything.

Pandora style beads.

Very popular at the moment are these pretty beads, with which you can create your own bracelet. The original Pandora bracelets and beads are beautiful, but staggeringly expensive. So whether you just fancy the look for less,  or you're lucky enough to have a Pandora bracelet these beads are a very pretty addition for a fraction of the price. You can always ditch them for the real thing when you win the lottery! prices start at 99p.

A very clever lady.

Ever wondered what Jane gets up to when she's sitting in the shop?
She is such a clever lady. This was what she knocked up, all hand sewn, last week. She has such patience and a great eye for fine detail. This beautiful lavender heart is for sale now, if you simply can't resist. Sooo pretty!