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There are so many good reasons why we should all shop independent and choose small shops over the big boys. I am sharing lots of good reasons, all of which will make you question…

Handmade luxury chocolate…need I say more?! Chocolate gifts, novelty chocolates, yummy chocolate treats, delicious handmade luxury chocolate, artisan…

I am excited to be sharing with you some of the best UK Sewing Shops online – all independent shops. Great places to find fabric, sewing accessories, patterns and lots more.…

I have found some great independent shops selling all things knitting, crochet and sewing. This really is a brilliant example of how unique and special our independent shops are.…

Would you like to be more organised?  But does life just get in the way? If so, I have some great products that will help with the chaos of our lives. I love being organised.…

New Years resolutions.  Love them or hate them, the start of a new year does bring with it fresh hope and renewed sense of motivation. Here are some of the most common New Years…

I have found some unique Gift Set Ideas that are thoughtful, definitely lovely and will be really appreciated. Obviously, I appreciate any gift that anyone has been kind enough to…

Welcome to my shopping directory for independent shops, Love Our Shops UK. Do you love shopping?  Do you shop online?  Would you like to find an easy and enjoyable way to browse…

Shop independent this Christmas at independent online shops.  The best choice. Where will you be doing your Christmas shopping this year? Online or in a store? Big corporation or…

When preparing for Christmas what else do you buy besides gifts and food?  Cards, decorations, advent calendars, Christmas memory books, Christmas planners, wrapping paper and…

I love Christmas and all it’s festivities.  So looking for festive ideas for this blog post is right up my street. I have four independent shops for you, each with…

Let’s get this party started!!  Who likes to throw a good party? I love having a party and I find all the little extra’s make a big difference. I have found some…

“Time spent in nature is never wasted.” Get Outdoors.  It is a great place to be. I love this time of year. The colours, the wind, the freshness. It may actually be…

Summer may now be over, but that does not mean we can’t still enjoy flowers. I have found four independent shops selling gorgeous flowers online, real and faux. All can be…

Hygge is everywhere! I don’t normally jump on the band wagon and I am not usually swayed by the next big thing, but I really love the idea of Hygge. Do you? I have 10 Hygge…

You don’t have to shop on your high street to support independent shops. You can easily support them by shopping with them online. I am pulling together a location specific…

Coming soon…Our Shops! A behind the scenes look at independent on-line shops. Getting up close and curious with it’s lovely owner.  I can’t wait!  I love…

I have this really strong desire to have a calm and peaceful home.  Do you? One that looks beautiful, smells lovely and is a place to relax. One that greets you with a feeling of…

Do you love beautiful jewellery?  Would you love to buy unique and special jewellery as a gift? I have some beautiful jewellery fabulous finds for you.     All of…

Is the beach your idea of heaven? Sea, sand, waves and maybe a bit of sunshine?  Sounds perfect to me.   One of my favourite quotes is: “The waves of the sea help me…