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We're coming right down to it now with just three more shopping days until Christmas. Still time to finish off the stockings that wow. I found this Box of 6 Pencils £5.95 from Emma Bridgewater on lovely stationery site The Paperie and special delivery is still possible until Friday but, failing that,  is also is currently stocked at WHSmith shops. Pretty and practical with Emma Bridgewater's distinctive loveheart pattern, this gift box is a treat for girlies of all ages. 

On the 17th Day of Christmas...

I'm not normally a fan of giving jewellry. It's so personal and there is so much dross about that it's rare that you find something that your know will genuinely touch the recipient. This is why I was so excited when I found the jewellery range at Highland Angel; an amazing array of simple designs matching multi-coloured pearls with smooth, clean silver charms. There is something in this shop for every woman in your life and for every occasion. I particularly like the idea of the Little Angel Collection as truly meaningful flower girl gifts. The Silver-Grey Pearl Bracelet with Initial & Star Charm £34.00 (above) is going on my wishlist but, I'll admit, it was a very tough choice between this and some of their fabulous drop earrings. I may have to have both. Simply exquisite.

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A nice little stocking filler with an original and enchanting design. The Moth Mirror £3.00 from Warbeck & Cox is one of a series of illustrations including Beetle, Damask, Key and Leaves patterns. This is my favourite because I love, love, love this classic shade of turquoise. The mirrors measure 6cm in diameter so they can go into pockets, makeup bags and teeny tiniest of clutch bags. They also look really lovely as part of a collection on the dresser of a boudoir or guest bedroom. See the image below from my recent post showcasing the artisans at the Manchester Gift Market for some other examples.

.   A lovely pressie for 'ladies' of all ages.  

Avoca - Do!

I was away from my computer all day yesterday because I had to spend seven hours walking around Kingston-Upon-Thames (long story). Along the way, I found Huttons, a great little gift shop that sells, amongst other things, beautiful products from Irish family-run business Avoca. On further investigation, I find that Avoca's website is stuffed to the beak with fantastic gift ideas for all the women in your life. Here is my personal shopping list:

1. Grandmother

I'm really drawn to the vivid colours in this 100% Lambswool Throw €49.95 (approx. £43.00) (142cm x 100cm) which would add a dash of vibrance to any room and keep Nanna cosy all winter long.

2. Sister/ Best Friend

This Acorn Cape Black €89.00 (approx. £76.50) was made in Italy. Give your sis or best mate something she can lend you when you have "nothing to wear".

3. Mum

Treat your mother to these pretty and colourful mugs to enjoy her coffee in with this Jumble Gift Box €79.95 (approx. £69.00) complete with sugar and creamer stack.

4. Daughter

What lovely hot water bottles I'm finding at the moment! I really think that they are under-rated as a gift; so pretty and they last a lifetime. This Hibernate Hottie €39.95 (approx. £34.00 ) comes in a choice of slate grey or fuschia, has a lace trim and a pretty label that reads "Baby It's Cold Outside". 

Brrrrilliant!

I'm not normally a fan of giving gloves as a present. They're right up there with picture frames and nailcare kits in the zero inspiration stakes. But I am prepared to make an exception in this case. These days, everybody knows somebody who is inseparable from their touch screen gadgets which won't work through the fabric of your gloves on a cold day. Totes Isotoner have come up with a very stylish solution to this problem with these SmarTouch Gloves £14.99. They have conductive thread knitted into the forefinger and thumbs of both hands so you can tap, pinch and scroll away without losing the feeling in your fingers and a suede palm grips to stop the device sliding around in your hands. Perfect for city folk waiting for the 'bus that never comes' on cold winter evenings. They come in a range of materials, designs and colours including a very nice leather pair with chic bow detail for £24.99 and microfibre version for ski-ing £19.99. Brrrrilliant!