We're in Morroco on a buying trip, having great fun finding lots of handmade products to bring back. The local artisans and traders are getting to know us and are happy to sell us their newly made items for their 'best price'. But it's not all work, work, work. We are finding time to enjoy… Continue reading Buying in Essaouria
Month: May 2016
Discovering the unexpected
We're visiting the trade fair, Pulse, today at Olympia. Sourcing some new and quirky stock for autumn/winter. We got very excited looking at these Nepalese made products by Amica.
Sunshine and shopping
Last Sunday we were in Poundbury, enjoying the sunshine, talking to customers and chatting to passers-by. It was nice to meet Nadia and Tammy who were looking at Moroccan rugs and cushions for a soon to be opened bar in Bournemouth. As you can see in the photo they are having fun deciding what they were… Continue reading Sunshine and shopping
A successful fundraiser
On Friday we took over Pat's flat for a boutique party. The aim of the event was to raise funds for Cancer Research UK and Dorset Air Ambulance. Pat is in training to trek across the Sahara later this year to raise more money for both these charities that are close to her heart. Details of her challenge can be… Continue reading A successful fundraiser