Gift Focus - Mar/Apr 2020 (Issue 118)

Artisan studio Ode to the Wild produces a striking range of ceramics inspired and informed by nature. Its products are handcrafted in small batches using porcelain and stoneware, with designs influenced by the sea and land. Each piece is designed to restore the luxury of simple living and the sense of being close to nature, with great care taken to replicate the colours and textures of plants, shells, ocean glass and wood. There’s also a selection of candle and bath goods, with delicious scents derived from the forest, herbaceous flowers, roots and grasses. Each candle is made with the highest possible ratio of essential oils, organic wax and a cotton wick. T: +44 (0)20 8289 6841 odetothewild.co.uk Hawthorn Handmade produces beautiful embroidery and weaving kits supplied in shelf- ready packaging that’s perfect for gifting. Founder Stephanie Carswell aims to put a contemporary spin on traditional techniques, with fresh, exciting designs inspired by the animals and flowers of the Dorset countryside. We love this charming Wandering Wrens embroidery kit, which is supplied with pre-printed fabric, embroidery thread, a hoop, needle and detailed instructions. The retail price is £19.50. T: +44 (0)1258 863 873 hawthornhandmade.com Based in Birmingham’s historic jewellery quarter, Davran is a manufacturer of traditional hand polished gold and silver pieces. The company has recently launched a new website, making it easier for customers to order from its extensive collection. Engraving can also be added on applicable product pages, with a range of style options available. Prices can be viewed by applying for a trade account. The company has recently released a new memorial locket, offering a tasteful way to hold a small quantity of cremated remains. The product is available in silver or 9ct yellow gold, each with the option of personalised engraving. Davran’s snake bangle is expertly handmade in either silver, 9ct or 18ct yellow gold, with a single or double coil. The snake features a striking hand- engraved head and tail with ruby-set eyes. T: +44 (0)121 523 5575 davranjewellery.co.uk Designer Corinne Lapierre’s delightful felt and embroidery kits are produced by a small close-knit team in Yorkshire. The bestselling mouse family is one of the company’s most popular products, evoking a sense of childhood nostalgia that customers find irresistible. The set contains everything that’s needed to make two grown-up mice and two little ones, each with an item of clothing. Soft wool-mix felt in realistic shades of grey and brown are included, together with instructions and other materials. The kit is supplied in an attractive, eye-catching box. A former fashion designer, Corinne has always been creative. She studied at Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris and started her business in 2009 after noticing a gap in the market for high-quality kits for adults. New sets are launched every six to eight weeks. T: +44 (0)113 246 0403 corinnelapierre.com Retailers planning for autumn/winter 2020 will love Enesco’s festive Peter Rabbit collection, featuring never-seen-before artwork from publisher Penguin’s style guide. There are six lines, including a mug, bamboo dinner set, stocking and bib. Each piece shows Peter Rabbit and his friends depicted in a soft neutral colour palette, highlighted with tasteful flashes of festive red. These beautiful gift items are perfect for a baby’s first Christmas, or to welcome a new addition to the family during the festive season. Retail prices range between £4.95 and £22. T: +44 (0)1228 404 022 enesco.co.uk 61 MADE IN BRITAIN