Sixtyseven

As the nation teeters on the edge of economic Armageddon, a shop dedicated to selling expensive little items that no-​body really needs might seem supererogatory. On the other hand, wouldn’t life be dreary without a scented candles, silver purses and over-​priced bath salts? And if the thought of forking out over £15 for a ‘ballet storage cube’ strikes you as eminently sensible, then you are probably the kind of person who has worked out how to make money from collapsing world markets. Handy.

sixtyseven is a sweet little store who’s remote location doesn’t help with its somewhat random stock. I can imagine my Mum will grow to love places like this, where you can pop to before or after visiting a tea room, and admire the handsomely put together and displayed gifts. Its one of those places that feels like its selling nothing, where everything in here is expensive versions of normal objects (like the coaster) but with a ribbon on it.
While everything looks perfectly lovely, I’m just not one to buy a gift that serves no purpose other than to get put away from fear of being damaged… There are some interesting bits and pieces that may bolster a stocking, and some exquisite cards for those who love to show off or impress through stationary. But its all a bit expensive for what it is…

I fell in love with the handmade chocolates by Chocoholly,
the flavours such as Chilli and coconut are a chocoholics dream.
A womans shop if ever there was one.
Daisy

This is one of those shops that looks lovely from the outside, and is very nice as you walk in, butI couldn’t find anything that I wanted to buy.
For a start, their stock is actually fairly limited: a small range of fairly similar greetings cards, a range of art deco postcards, a small range of scented candles, a small range of very upmarket stationery, a small range of posh bath gels — you get the picture. I’m not quite sure who buys writing pads with soft, shiny gold covers?
The nearest thing to a theme is that there is a selection of small, attractive, old-​fashioned children’s toys, with a number of the cards etc also aimed at children. (I was actually looking for a card for my teenage nephew, and there was nothing remotely suitable).
It’s all very tastefully done, with a feminine edge, and I was greeted very nicely as I entered. I guess it would be perfect for finding a present for that hard-​to-​please female friend that already has everything she needs.

This shop is a wonder to look around. It has little nik naks that are funny and cute. So, for all your gift needs this place could solve a few problems. It has quality cards and gift wrap papers. Also for the child toys are available. And if you are like me and love homewares then this is a little heaven!