Xmas Silk Thread Finch This superbly embroidered linnet is a perfect foil for his friends the robin and the finch. All are made from silk and will shine brightly against your tree's foliage.
Cost : £ 11

Ruby and Gold Butterfly Brooch Genuine rubies are featured in this superb butterfly brooch. Set into 18carat gold the small square individual stones form what is known as a pave or paved design. Gloriously rich and striking, this is a true gem.
Cost : £ 395

Luxurious Pure Wool Throw A luxurious and subtle design in pure wool creates a tablecloth or throw worthy of pride of place in your home. We have sourced this beautiful and sophisticated textile in France and the designer tells us that the pattern originated in central Europe during the 18th century. The weight and handle of this fine woollen item is convincingly of superlative quality and the soft hues of green and pink will blend in to any surrounding decor.
Cost : £ 149

Raspberry Necklace This truly innovative necklace suite comes to you uniquely from Ancestral Collections. Handmade from patinated bronze with garnets as the fruit, this duo of earrings and necklace create an unique look that will complement any outfit you select from your wardrobe.Please note: For health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnable
Cost : £ 135

Hand painted Swiss Bridal Box A Swiss bride's bottom drawer in which she would keep her hand embroidered undies, any jewellery or valuables she was bringing to the marriage, and no doubt a few love letters from her intended. This superb re-creation of an historical artefact is in itself a decorative and cheerful container for all sorts of treasures. A lift up top forms a good hiding place for letters and the little drawers inside the doors are just waiting to be used.
Cost : £ 239

Large Raffia Bag These are the two colours that everyone wants. Pale apple green and sweetie pink, a great combination and here available as a neat bag in a choice of three sizes. Use for shopping, the beach or a dressy party, wherever you are and whatever you are doing....pretty much...these bags will see you through!
Cost : £ 23

Narnia Floral Tri Fold Screen Narnia Floral Tri Fold ScreenBanish draughts down the back of your neck with this tremendous fabric covered screen. No detail has been overlooked, tiny brass studs set off the fire proofed fabric and the top is gently shaped to flatter any room. Unique to Ancestral Collections. Cotton, polyester and viscose mix.Narnia Floral StoolHow stylish is this? An extremely smart stool to go in front of the fire, close covered with a rich damask fabric supported on four turned mahogany legs with brass casters. This is a superb example of modern workmanship and this glorious fabric covered stool deserves to find a home in your sitting room. Cotton, polyester and viscose mix.
Cost : £ 375

Needlepoint Tea Cosy Keep the pot warm with this attractive and original needlework tea cosy. A fresh look at an old idea which will never date. This stylish cosy in blue and white will complement cups and saucers and look marvellous on the tea table.
Cost : £ 19

Never Go To Bed Mad, Stay Up and Fight Cushion Raise a smile, even amongst those battling friends who always seem to be on the verge of a walk out! A great gift and a comfortable back support to boot!
Cost : £ 39

Leafy Detail Floor Lamp Cast light on your latest sudoku puzzle with this superb standard lamp. Out of fashion for many years we have at last rediscovered the benefits of a good overhead light when reading or sewing, there are horrors on the market which should rightly be consigned to oblivion, but don't be tempted to throw out the baby with the bath water, look at this stunning lamp with the elegant reeded stem, pretty finial and leafed detail, gilded by hand and finished to the highest standard. Gold silk style shade included.
Cost : £ 265

Jack Russell Dog Tapestry' Cushion Another wonderful lampasso cushion to add to your collection! We have featured several breeds of dog but never a Jack Russell until now. Here is your chance! Delicately woven in silver, grey and white on a pale blue cushion, what a great present!
Cost : £ 35

Wool Carpet Runner - Green A simple pleasing 100% wool runner for your hall or landing. Easily placed and comforting to walk on this is bound to be a success. It comes in two comfortable colourways, burgundy or green.
Cost : £ 175

Handmade Leather Handbag with Adjustable Strap From our new friends in the south of Spain, a delectable soft beige leather bag with extending shoulder straps. Handmade as we watched in Pepe's workshop, we saw our order created from start to finish. His workmanship is special and the quality of the leather is exceptional. The silver plated clips that hold the straps in place are released with ease turning a handbag into an elegant shoulder bag in an instant.
Cost : £ 79

Pair of Francesca Curtain Panel Marvel at this superbly embroidered suite of home accessories. A glorious floral spray appears on every item in shades of russet and gold. Each piece is made from a silk/cotton viscose mix which gives it a subtle sheen and good hanging properties in the case of the curtain. Two types of cushion cover are on offer, one trimmed and the other plain, and maybe the best of all for those who need extra back support is the bolster which fits well into the angle between the upright and horizontal parts of the sofa or chair and gives you real comfort. Choose what suits your requirements or build up the collection piece by piece. Tablecloths are now clearly back in fashion and this superb example gives an aura of luxury to the plainest table, it is also excellent for an al fresco meal.
Cost : £ 190

Jute Log Carrier This is a very practical item for anyone trying to keep pace with an insatiable demand for logs for an open fire. You can just nip out to the log store and fetch what you need for the evening without covering your jersey with bits of bark or incurring wrath from the domestic department for mucking up the carpet.
Cost : £ 22

Floral Airbed What a superbly designed duo for summer! A luxurious floral lounging cushion with a stylish checked waterproof reverse whose colourway is so fashionable for beside the swimming pool or on the beach and in tandem with the matching lilo (which of course is not plastic but lovely old fashioned cotton canvas with a waterproof interior), makes a superb pair of leisure accessories.
Cost : £ 59

Faberge Style Egg Necklace The Fabergé egg never dates and still more customers are discovering the versatility of the design. Wearable with smart casual or dressy outfits, this brooch and necklace will knock'em for six! Elegant Swarovski crystals bring extra sparkle to the gold plated silver mounts on the brooch and the deep blue of the egg pendant is very stylish. For the new year it is a winner!
Cost : £ 59

Silver Plated Condiment Set A really good condiment set with two lovely glass bottles for vinegar and oil and a salt and pepper. So much easier to pop this onto the table when you are in a rush rather than mess about with individual salts and peppers. Silver-plated.
Cost : £ 55

Large Garden Wall Pot Stand For the larger garden, this plant stand is superbly suited to make a visual impact during summer months. Pleasingly heavily constructed, the very attractive cast iron is finished in a rusty metal effect which suits all seasons and which looks suitably aged when full or empty.
Cost : £ 59

Grape Champagne Cooler For those festive bottles of champagne this is the most tremendous silver plated bowl. Anyone with a restaurant or hotel to furnish needs one of these and for those of us with more mundane decoration should try this piece on the hall table or on top of a cabinet and see how wonderful it looks.
Cost : £ 99

Stressed Spelled... Cushion How true! It had never occurred to me but now that I know I shall sit down, relax, and insert this excellent cushion behind me as I tuck into a slice of chocolate gateau…
Cost : £ 39

Porcelain Egg with Clock For a bedside table this little gilt clock contained within a porcelain egg is totally irresistible. Both useful and decorative it has huge appeal.
Cost : £ 120

The Georgian Oak Leaf Mirror This is a stupendous mirror, the gilt frame is festooned with oak leaves and acorns in a truly unique design. This is based on a Regency original that translates so well into a looking glass for today’s home. Perfect for those hard to fill spaces at the end of a corridor or in a hallway this mirror will attract admiring glances and enhance whichever room you choose to hand it in.
Cost : £ 385

Snore Stopper When I read the instructions on this device which said that it delivers a mild electric stimulation to the snorer. There was a second I admit where I thought "only mild???" Anyone who shares a bedroom or even a house with a really great snorer should try this. It may, of course, not do the trick but imagine if it did! Bliss!
Cost : £ 18

Set of Three Classic Floral Cushions A floral trio of superb cushions to brighten up a tired sofa! With pretty designs of poppies, tulips and hydrangea, these will fit anywhere and enhance your room décor. The cotton covers contain removable pads.Poppy and Tulip cushions now discontinued
Cost : £ 99

Silver Orange Peeler Save yourself anguish and knife damage by using this neat sterling silver orange/lemon peeler. For the dedicated dry martini fan, the wherewithal for a twist appears as if by magic. This is an unusual present for a person who has everything!
Cost : £ 35

JJ Walther Wine Carrier How glamorous is this! A superbly decorated gilded wine bottle stand. Decoupage panels of botanical specimens enhance both sides and the carrier holds two bottles. Although it is strong, we do not advise carrying a full load of bottles any great distance.
Cost : £ 129

Silver Whistle Keyring Find the dog and feel safe when out on your own with this pretty silver whistle on a keyring.
Cost : £ 49

Jewelled Bees Handbag Mirror Choose from one of these delectable jewelled handbag mirrors. Almost too good to hide away inside a bag, these are made from skilfully patinated brass with enamelled insects and meticulously observed flowers centred by crystals. These would look good on display in a cabinet, let alone on a dressing table. Why not choose both and start a collection?
Cost : £ 29

Medium Raffia Bag These are the two colours that everyone wants. Pale apple green and sweetie pink, a great combination and here available as a neat bag in a choice of three sizes. Use for shopping, the beach or a dressy party, wherever you are and whatever you are doing....pretty much...these bags will see you through!
Cost : £ 21

Small Butterfly Silk Night Dress A superb pure silk dressing gown and negligee that would not have looked out of place in Gone with the Wind. Clear aquamarine colouring enhanced by delicate butterflies, this is not an item to be found in a shop and is brought to you in the knowledge that you will find it as irresistible as we did! Available in two sizes.
Cost : £ 72

Vintage Draught Excluder Whether you have a draughty house or not, this draught excluder creates a bit of fun! Team it up with the chateau cushions and transform your study into an oenophile’s paradise (wine experts to you and me)! For any man or woman keen on their cellar, or cupboard under the stairs come to that, these are the furnishing essentials. Raise your glass, savour the wine, and sink back against these comfy cotton covered cushions with pads that are removable for cleaning … in case you accidentally spill a drop!
Cost : £ 25

Magnetic Hermatite Watch A glamorous summer watch with the added benefit of hematite. Magnetic devices are gaining in popularity as we try to find cures for our aching joints. With this watch you will look so stylish and the fresh colours of pink and green enamel will tone with your summer outfits. The hematite beads provide the magnetism and the watch itself is in a robust steel case. Supplied with battery.
Cost : £ 35

Mahogany Half Round Table What a little sweetie to go under a mirror or on a stairway where there is limited room for manoeuvre. This D table is made from mahogany from managed sources and is influenced by antique French design. The long swept legs end in a neat scroll foot and carved detail on the cabriole legs gives added interest.
Cost : £ 159

Four Drawer Mahogany Side Table For bedside or to go alongside a sofa this is a gift. Four drawers provide storage and for a hallway this holds all those oddments like gloves, dog lead, de-icer etc. Really this is a bit of a star and is made from mahogany from managed sources complete with solid brass handles.
Cost : £ 249

Pair of Hen and Cockerel Cushions Here is a cheery pair of cushions! Featuring the ever popular theme of chickens, these two are such fun and come with removable feather pads, rather suitable given the subject matter of the design.
Cost : £ 70

`My Home Is My Castle' Doormat I think we all like to think this but I do hope a Duke buys one of these to prove it right! Anyway, mud is mud wherever it lies and you certainly don’t need it in your hall so use this excellent mat to extract it from the soles of your wellies.
Cost : £ 32

Silver Pearl Marcasite Brooch An art nouveau design is brought to life by the addition of finely detailed marcasites, dainty mauve enamelling, an amethyst and a pearl drop. This is such a useful shape for a suit jacket or plain blouse and will set everyone talking as they see the quality of this piece.
Cost : £ 99

Large Roman Urn Table Lamp For a gentleman's study or the centre of a hall table, this is a generously sized well made lamp base. Veneered in contrasting woods, it is a handsome piece and deserves a place in your home! Shade not included.
Cost : £ 250

Greek Horse Brooch Years ago someone kindly gave me one of these replica ancient Greek horse brooches. Ever since I have been searching for it so that you could obtain one too! Here he is, made from stamped gold plated metal, in a truly stylish and different category from any other horse pin I have ever seen. I have worn mine constantly with both smart and very casual jackets and he never fails to get an admiring comment.
Cost : £ 35

Parisian Baguette Keep your bread knife safely out of harm’s way with this ingenious and decorative resin "baguette". It is fun and very French and will become indispensable in the picnic basket as well as in the kitchen.
Cost : £ 33

Faux Pine and Berries Garland Bring Christmas to your home instantly! With the attractive set of garland, candle ring, tree table decoration and swag to go above the door. All made from faux holly enhanced with bright red berries. You can do the whole house at a stroke with this collection, yet another chore ticked off on the Christmas list, and if there is a bit of dust about on the leaves after the festivities (surely not?...) just run the offending item under the tap!For Candles, please see YSH118 & USH190
Cost : £ 33

Ruby Earrings Set with genuine square rubies within white gold shaped borders, this suite of pendant and earrings makes a stunning impact! For the plainest of tops or dresses, all you need for a grand occasion are these valuable and unique items. Wearing them will make you not only feel like a queen but look like one too!Please note: For health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnable
Cost : £ 395

Luxurious Wool Shawls - Blue Bring the softness of Kashmiri wool to your shoulders with this luxurious selection of shawls. Delicately patterned in sea green, red and turquoise these are essential for chilly summer evenings and an absolute must for protecting the neck during winter months.
Cost : £ 62

T’ang Brass Horse Probably one of the most famous and much copied images from antiquity is this T’ang horse. Not surprising really because it is a stupendous model. Made for us in heavy patinated bronzed metal in China, the country of origin of the T’ang dynasty, this is crafted to the highest standards and will stand out on your mantelpiece as a focal point .
Cost : £ 75

Crystal Heart Necklace With more than a nod to the designs of Byzantium, this beautiful heart shaped drop and necklace comes to you from the workshop of Michal Golan in New York. Hand picked crystals and metal filigree settings make her jewellery stand out and this is THE necklace for 2004!
Cost : £ 69

Hydrangea Wall Hanging Bring summer style into your home with these very chic wall hangings. Superb blooms of pink hydrangeas and lilies on an ivory woven ground create a calm and welcoming ambience. Please note: hanging rod not included.
Cost : £ 105

Cushion For Regency Stool Beautifully copied from the Regency original situated at Blairquhan castle in Ayrshire, this delightful mahogany and gilded stool is a lovely piece of furniture. Ideal for bedrooms, at the foot of a bed or in front of a dressing table, perfect for either side of a fireplace in a sitting room and an eye catching piece in a hallway. Because the caned seat is softly curved to fit the human posterior this is really comfortable to sit on . The stool is also available in a painted antique cream finish to order
Cost : £ 75

Set of Jute & Metal Square Planters Two tasks solved in one! The crossover metal exterior use cache pot is a stylish answer to ugly plastic pots from the garden centre. Pack round inside the metal trellis with moss and it will disguise a flower pot beautifully. The detachable basketware interior does the same job indoors.
Cost : £ 135

Elegant Cake Stand For old fashioned tea time "fancies". Those irresistible tiny cakes and biscuits that we love to have when friends call round, this is the ultimate serving stand. Silver plated with a delicate floral border, this is the prettiest centrepiece for your tea table that you could hope to find!Not suitable for dishwashers, treat as silver and use a silver cloth.
Cost : £ 59

No More Muddy Paws Rug Place this mat where your canine friends will appreciate it most! Functional and machine washable, absorbent with non-slip backing it is ideal for the passage inside the back door or just in front of the Aga, it is a toss up who will like it most, you or them!
Cost : £ 21

Maitre Sommelier Apron A good apron for any man venturing into the kitchen. The presumption that the maximum involvement in dinner is going to be the sniffing of a bottle and extraction of a cork, is I feel taking things too far. However a good apron might delay yet another visit to Sketchleys and if wearing his badge of office might encourage some stray tray carrying and even washing up, then I am all for it!
Cost : £ 18

Freshwater Pearl Pea Pod Pin How unusual is this brooch! A pea pod hand crafted from bronze with real pearls as the peas! Such an eye catching piece that really looks the business on a plain dress or fastening a silk scarf. What a present for a vegetarian!
Cost : £ 79

Francesca Curtain Panel Marvel at this superbly embroidered suite of home accessories. A glorious floral spray appears on every item in shades of russet and gold. Each piece is made from a silk/cotton viscose mix which gives it a subtle sheen and good hanging properties in the case of the curtain. Two types of cushion cover are on offer, one trimmed and the other plain, and maybe the best of all for those who need extra back support is the bolster which fits well into the angle between the upright and horizontal parts of the sofa or chair and gives you real comfort. Choose what suits your requirements or build up the collection piece by piece. Tablecloths are now clearly back in fashion and this superb example gives an aura of luxury to the plainest table, it is also excellent for an al fresco meal.
Cost : £ 99

Russian Cypher Brooch Peter the Great, Czar of Russia was one of the most influential leaders of nations during the latter part of the 17th century. He travelled throughout Europe observing other countries and was responsible for a massive westernisation plan for his own vast domains. This cipher or monogram originates from a pattern on walls and ceilings within the Hermitage in St Petersburg, the world's greatest art museum. This brooch is thus much more than a piece of decorative jewellery, it is a part of Russia's history.
Cost : £ 29

Floral Duck Doorstop No excuse for banging doors, this delightful upholstered duck will hold the door open and accessorise your room at the same time.
Cost : £ 35

Antique Cream Folding Screen Add an air of mystery to a bedroom with this pretty French pierced metal screen. It is also perfect for disguising the cooking end of the kitchen and for camouflaging the washing machine when you are attempting a sophisticated dining experience. Apart from the fact that it calls out for a garnish of black lace underwear slung casually over the top, this is a truly excellent furnishing accessory which will lift a plain interior and prove itself practical in so many rooms (not forgetting the conservatory for which it was originally designed).
Cost : £ 125

Silver Marcasite Pearl Brooch Delicate hand enamelling and marcasites provide stunning detail on this pretty hallmarked silver brooch. A trio of pearls drop daintily from the base and the effect is one of traditional quality.
Cost : £ 105

Green Cast Iron Door Mat A good looking and solid cast iron door mat or boot scraper to take the worst muck off boots and shoes before going indoors. In darkest racing green or black this is a stylish addition to the doorstep and will prevent your Hoover from suffering stone induced indigestion.
Cost : £ 28

Wool Carpet Runner - Burgundy A simple pleasing 100% wool runner for your hall or landing. Easily placed and comforting to walk on this is bound to be a success. It comes in two comfortable colourways, burgundy or green.
Cost : £ 175

Hand Carved Mother of Pearl Pendant Sterling silver forms the support for this dazzling mother of pearl disc with its pearl drop. Hand carved by a meticulous craftsman, this is a summer necklace that will go with anything you wish and take you confidently through the day into a party mode.
Cost : £ 149

Giles Lamp Table Place this delectable and useful piece of furniture beside a sofa or bed and see how brilliant it looks. Made using the most wonderful soft honey gold mahogany veneer, onto a non-warping manufactured base, this makes an excellent lamp table with good storage for books and with two drawers to hold remote controls for the television and spectacles. The pierced brass gallery makes all the difference to the look of this table and lifts it into a different class altogether.
Cost : £ 345

Wooden Nut Bowl & Nut Cracker You might think this is a bit modern for Ancestral Collections but just look at how handsome and practical it is.
Cost : £ 29

Backgammon Set The game of games according to some, backgammon turns perfectly well behaved men into raging gamesters. Subtle look-alike books make sure that your sitting room is not dominated by a board when visitors who are not besotted with the game come to call but here it is, close at hand, when you need it. Made from unbelievably well patinated resin which is indistinguishable from leather, this is a gem.
Cost : £ 135

Set of Six Placemats A delicate colourway to enhance your table settings, blue and spring green combine in this sophisticated damask design of table mats and napkins and at a most attractive price. Pierced silver plate goes to make up these superb napkin rings. Fresh and summery they are just the thing for pretty parties in the garden.
Cost : £ 28

White Gothic Bird Nester Sparrows, robins or blue tits, in fact anyone wanting a luxury stopover, will enjoy this elegant item. More of a bird house in fact it is an elegant focal point for your garden.
Cost : £ 59

Limoges Garden Pavilion Here is a really dazzling Limoges box! Formed as a circular garden pavilion, it has a pierced gold grille running around the top and contains a special posy of tiny flowers within a flowerpot just for you! An excellent and generously sized addition for your collection.
Cost : £ 189

Rene Lalique Swarovski Crystal Necklace Of all the designers whose name is synonymous with the period known as art nouveau, Rene Lalique is probably the best known. Here is a necklace based on one of his designs incorporating the technique known as plique a jour or un backed enamel set into metal. Here we have used sterling silver which gives the necklace a true value over and above the enamelled decoration. The art of enamelling is enjoying a renaissance and seeing the skills and handmade jewels we have been able to obtain, we can understand why!
Cost : £ 139

Amethyst and Hermatite Bracelet Amethyst beads, hematite and square enamelled panels make this a real bobby dazzler of a bracelet. Superb on tanned skin and wonderful for dressing up a plain outfit. Do yourself and your wardrobe a favour!
Cost : £ 17

Pearl and Crystal Cuff Curl this sprung pearl and crystal cuff around your arm and see how good it looks, worn with the superbly sophisticated matching choker this is a real eye catcher. Chokers are hugely popular at the moment, ideal for the relaxed cashmere look and equally stunning worn with a more formal outfit in the evening. For those of us not in the first flush of youth they are invaluable to hide the odd line which has crept in unawares...
Cost : £ 69

Cream Faux Suede Cushion Three supremely elegant cushions to accessorise our faux suede cube. Chocolate, caramel and cream are the colours of today's interiors and these three will transform your old sofa into a fashion statement. Feather pads included.
Cost : £ 25

Venetian Solitaire Here is one of the best games on earth, recreated in a luxury edition to while away winter evenings. A solitaire set made to the highest standards, using a board made from non-endangered hard wood and marbles created from hand produced Venetian glass which look good enough to eat! Said to have been invented by a nobleman confined for years in the Bastille, this is a game you can just leave out on a table and, during the odd spare moment, pit your wits against mathematical odds, aiming to end up with one marble left in the centre of the board.
Cost : £ 61

Pink Swarovski Studded Coffee Cup and Saucer Surely the most glamorous coffee cup on the market! Studded with sparkling Swarovski crystals from Austria and made from high quality fine porcelain, this is a cup and saucer for the most discerning collector. It is also available with rose and ice blue crystals bringing to your table a style both elegant in the extreme and a look that complements antique decor. We do not advise machine washing for these delicate pieces.
Cost : £ 35

Pearl and Crystal Necklace This trio of superb pearl necklaces are so very wearable. Whether you select one or all three, the long ropes of shimmering crystals and assorted pearls are hugely decorative and particularly good on a plain jersey. The extra length enables you to choose to wear the necklaces long or doubled. Very versatile!
Cost : £ 29

Black Sweetie Bag Who could resist these seductive little bags, hung about with bright candies and all sorts of glamorous bits and pieces and with the neatest metal handles! These are real stars and everyone will want one for Christmas it is such fun! In black & Lilac.
Cost : £ 30

Pearl and Crystal Choker Curl this sprung pearl and crystal cuff around your arm and see how good it looks, worn with the superbly sophisticated matching choker this is a real eye catcher. Chokers are hugely popular at the moment, ideal for the relaxed cashmere look and equally stunning worn with a more formal outfit in the evening. For those of us not in the first flush of youth they are invaluable to hide the odd line which has crept in unawares...
Cost : £ 132

Rustic Oakleaf Candelabra We saw this and were consumed with enthusiasm! You can now have the total look all the year round in your fireplace. Made from wrought metal with painted metal leaves. It is stunning!
Cost : £ 80

Funky Egg Cups and Spoons Brighten up the breakfast table with these funky egg cups and spoons. Such a jolly selection of colours, these will bring sunshine to your table even when the rain is tipping down outside! Not suitable for dishwasher.
Cost : £ 29

Vienna Chamber Candlestick Candlesticks of all sorts are popular with our clients, this decorative example is glamorous in the extreme with deepest cobalt and bright gilding in dazzling harmony.
Cost : £ 24

Set of Four Scented Cotton Hearts A Valentine's gift for your undies drawer! Four little lavender scented cotton heart sachets are all you need for a fresh summer aroma to permeate your frillies. A lovely gift for a friend.
Cost : £ 15

Four Cotton Table Napkins Set the scene at breakfast with these delightful pure cotton napkins. Sold as a set of four, each crisp white napkin bears a splendid embroidered chicken in the corner.
Cost : £ 29

Chocolate Faux Suede Cushion Three supremely elegant cushions to accessorise our faux suede cube. Chocolate, caramel and cream are the colours of today's interiors and these three will transform your old sofa into a fashion statement. Feather pads included.
Cost : £ 25

Faux Leopard Gilet - Small Gracious me! Faux fur has come a long way! This is a really smart and fashionable body warmer. Choose between a luxurious faux leopard and a subtle dark brown faux mink. Small will fit approximately 10-12, medium 14-16.
Cost : £ 115

Black Silver Beaded Evening Bag Loop this stunning black beaded bag over your wrist and get ready to party! It is a real dazzler and will take you to the grandest balls in style.
Cost : £ 35

Poppy Cushion (discontinued) A floral trio of superb cushions to brighten up a tired sofa! With pretty designs of poppies, tulips and hydrangea, these will fit anywhere and enhance your room décor. The cotton covers contain removable pads.Poppy and Tulip cushions now discontinued
Cost : £ 36

Floral Tapestry Footstool Identical in height and shape to the footstool on page 21 but this time rendered in traditional wood with a delicately shaded floral tapestry as the covering. As with its brother, the higher format brings benefits to legs or ankles that tend to swell.
Cost : £ 175

Limoges Floral Egg Scattered violets on a green and white ground form a tribute to spring! This finely decorated Limoges porcelain egg is fastened by a gilt butterfly and contains a miniature floral tea set. You can hardly believe the skill of the potters and painters that have produced this astonishingly delicate work.
Cost : £ 105

Silver Flower Notepad Holder Victorian ladies would have never left home without one of these! A dear little solid silver covered notepad with a spare pad included in the price. What a charming gift for someone whose memory is not what it was!
Cost : £ 32

Floating Bath Thermometer True and horrible tales of people scalding themselves in the bath will hopefully become a thing of the past using this neat and easy to read digital bath thermometer. Whether you are elderly or bathing a young child this is a device you cannot afford to be without.
Cost : £ 16

Jumbo Ladle Hard to find and well nigh impossible to do without, ladles are the cinderellas of the spoon world and most are only fit for use in the kitchen. This elegant silver plated version is very much front of house and looks excellent next to a good tureen full of delicious home made soup.
Cost : £ 20

Gold Leaves Lamp with Fine Pleated Shade A most adaptable lamp which will fit into any interior scheme and look at home. The crackled vase shaped base is made from glazed ceramic, decorated with painted leaves in a soft honey brown. The pleated shade is made using a very fine oyster cotton and is lined in a pale cream.
Cost : £ 185

Small Raffia Bag These are the two colours that everyone wants. Pale apple green and sweetie pink, a great combination and here available as a neat bag in a choice of three sizes. Use for shopping, the beach or a dressy party, wherever you are and whatever you are doing....pretty much...these bags will see you through!
Cost : £ 19

Limoges Shoes Box For every Jimmy Choo fan there is a less pricey alternative! A beautifully crafted Limoges porcelain box with two tiny pairs of shoes. What fun for a shopaholic's shelf!
Cost : £ 105

Jade and Pearl Drop Earrings Carved jade beads set amongst fresh water pearls create a thoroughly rich and rare set of earrings and necklace. Perfect for evenings at any time these pieces look stunning teamed with a slight tan and a pretty frock. Please note: For health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnable
Cost : £ 29

When I get tired of shopping Cushion Confess! How many of you can swear that you have never, out of sheer exhaustion, wandered into a handy shoe shop purely for the comfy chairs? Here is a funny cushion to remind you of your own shopping sprees or to nudge a friend into admitting theirs!
Cost : £ 32

Old Rose Alpaca Cobweb Wrap Wrap yourself in unrivalled luxury! A choice of two subtle colours and superb handling and weight characterise these two shawls. Made from cobweb light, knitted baby alpaca. They are large enough to use as stoles over summer frocks and soft enough to use as a draught preventer around your neck. Choose from old rose and biscuit.
Cost : £ 59

Raspberry Leaf Earrings This truly innovative necklace suite comes to you uniquely from Ancestral Collections. Handmade from patinated bronze with garnets as the fruit, this duo of earrings and necklace create an unique look that will complement any outfit you select from your wardrobe.Please note: For health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnable
Cost : £ 65

Black Evening Bag How smart is this? A really girly bag in such perfect colours for winter with such pzazz! Go on, treat yourself! Trimmed suede bag with leather and a wonderful border of organza roses and extravagant ruffle.
Cost : £ 109

Pink Toile Draught Excluder Here is a clever idea, a pink toile draught excluder which will actually fit your door! The excluder is carefully fashioned with both a large and slimmer side. Place the slim side under the door and it will fit snugly in the gap. This matches the heart doorstop for the complete look!
Cost : £ 54

Heraldic Banner + Hanging Rod This stylish heraldic banner comes with a free brass pole. What a stylish item to hang on your wall and what lovely warm colours for the winter season. Made from a cotton and acrylic mix.
Cost : £ 79

Hessian Lined Wicker LogBasket Hooray! A log storage basket that is lined to stop the bits falling out between the woven wicker. Such a good idea and this capacious basket will take a good load at a time to save trips to the log store!
Cost : £ 45

Olive Picks in Silver Plated Cork Holder Store your olive picks in style with this very jolly silver plated cork holder. It makes an excellent centre piece for the canape tray. Contains six picks.
Cost : £ 13

Velvet Floor Cushion - Green (discontinued) Floor cushions can really save your bacon when unexpected guests turn up! Admittedly they have to be a bit limber to sit down and then get up again but what a good idea for a party. We loved these rich colours of crimson, gold and green and feel they will fit in with any decorative scheme. The soft velour is lovely to touch and the whole impression is one of great luxury. Gold and Green Cushions
Cost : £ 45

Amelia Earrings This superb topaz coloured suite is so unbelievably chic! Surrounded by clear Swarovsky crystals, the faceted oval stones are very wearable no matter what your colouring and go well on winter and summer outfits.Please note: For health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnable
Cost : £ 29

Mahogany Dressing Table Mirror Place this lovely swing mirror on a chest of drawers or table and see what a difference it makes to the room! Made using style from a more elegant age, this is a stylish answer to a lack of height and for those who are a trifle short sighted as you can move this nearer by tilting the bevelled looking glass towards you. Small drawers provide storage for bits and bobs beneath.
Cost : £ 425

Velvet Floor Cushion - Gold (discontinued) Floor cushions can really save your bacon when unexpected guests turn up! Admittedly they have to be a bit limber to sit down and then get up again but what a good idea for a party. We loved these rich colours of crimson, gold and green and feel they will fit in with any decorative scheme. The soft velour is lovely to touch and the whole impression is one of great luxury. Gold and Green Cushions
Cost : £ 45

Hallmarked Silver Pheasant Cufflinks For the countryman in the family and for any keen shots these are the only cufflinks to be seen in during the winter. Made from hallmarked silver they are crisply modelled and easy to insert.
Cost : £ 39

Antique Cream Metal Plant Stand This skilfully made metal plant stand is an extremely versatile and convenient item of conservatory furniture which looks just as well in a sitting room or hallway.
Cost : £ 115

Shoe Cleaning Kit There is no reason why cleaning shoes should be a penance! This soft faux leather zipped pouch in fashionable yellow, will fit neatly into a suitcase if you are on the move and will keep the fitted tins, brushes and cloth securely away from other items in a drawer or cupboard.
Cost : £ 19

Loo Brush Holder Blue Originally designed as an artillery shell case carrier, here is an article to be proud of; practical, colourful and certainly a talking point for guests. Hand crafted from waterproof resin in Military scarlet, Greenjacket green or Midnight blue it boasts a gilt crest, stitched hide carrying handle and brush with hand-turned wooden handle and nylon bristles.
Cost : £ 65

Winston Churchill Wall Hanging Hang this wonderful summer image on your wall and bring the artistic brilliance of Sir Winston Churchill to your sitting room. Cleverly translated into a printed woven hanging, this image of Antibes Harbour was one of his favourite spots to paint. The hanging is ready to go on the wall and has a sleeve for a pole.
Cost : £ 65

Blue Baby Memories Board Available in pink or blue, this charming notice board gives a harassed new Mum somewhere to put photographs, doctors appointment cards, tea party invitations and so on. There is not enough time to settle down with an album and stick all the pictures in so this gets rid of the guilt and allows you to enjoy the progress made by your little one from week to week.Personalisation limited to 14 characters 1st name, 12 characters 2nd name.
Cost : £ 65

Limoges Toy Trunk A lovely christening gift or presentation piece to a proud granny, this bright, colourful Limoges box holds a miniature toy train, meticulously made from brightly painted wood. Please be aware of a choking hazard with these tiny pieces.
Cost : £ 165

Crystal Butterfly Evening Hair Clip How smart is this for the evenings? A butterfly positively encrusted with glittering crystals. Disguising a robust clip which will cope even with thick hair this is a gorgeous object.
Cost : £ 49

Brass Mirrored Tray On a lady's dressing table or in the centre of your dining table, this pretty little brass mirrored tray sets off any small vase of flowers or decorative ornament to perfection.
Cost : £ 25

Set of two Silver Plated Bottle Coasters Prevent drips getting to your good table top with these silver plated coasters. Very practical and an excellent price, these are decorative and functional.
Cost : £ 32

Flower Basket Crystal Brooch Tiny coloured crystals make up a stunning basket of flowers brooch. Perfect for the summer and a lovely gift for a friend. All the different colours in this gem of a brooch make sure it will tone in and complement any outfit you wear.
Cost : £ 32

Corner Washstand How excellent for the corner of a bedroom or a larger than average bathroom. Dress it up with a pretty jug or bowl, a glass, books soaps etc and see how indispensable it becomes. Taken from a popular design of the both the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, washstands such as this have stood the test of time because they are so incredibly useful.
Cost : £ 395

Loo Brush Holder Red Originally designed as an artillery shell case carrier, here is an article to be proud of; practical, colourful and certainly a talking point for guests. Hand crafted from waterproof resin in Military scarlet, Greenjacket green or Midnight blue it boasts a gilt crest, stitched hide carrying handle and brush with hand-turned wooden handle and nylon bristles.
Cost : £ 65

Two Tier Metal Plant Stand Give your house plants the setting they deserve with this charming bronzed plant stand. Made from sturdy metal this will support a heavy pot of 5" diameter on the stylish slatted shelves. Try a trailing geranium above and a variegated ivy below, stunning!
Cost : £ 31

Porcelain Flowers & Pearl Bracelet Tiny flowers made from porcelain have been formed into the prettiest earrings with matching bracelet for us in Spain. Try them with your posh frock and see how good they look!
Cost : £ 36

Black Cast Iron Door Mat A good looking and solid cast iron door mat or boot scraper to take the worst muck off boots and shoes before going indoors. In darkest racing green or black this is a stylish addition to the doorstep and will prevent your Hoover from suffering stone induced indigestion.
Cost : £ 28

Velvet Loo Cushion Avoid the embarrassment of guests getting lost on their way to the bathroom with this neat little cushion to hang on the door handle. Made from cotton velvet with embroidery and cord matching.
Cost : £ 26

Swarovsky Crystal Brooch This elegant set of brooch and wizard drop earrings are all that is needed to dress up and feel a million dollars on an evening out. Handmade in France, based on an Edwardian design, faintly art deco, and with the same fine attention to detail with minute Swarovski crystals in a floral pattern, this is a very pretty set. Silver plated copper and Swarovski crystals.Please note: For health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnable
Cost : £ 32

Sapphire, Diamond & Gold Dragonfly Brooch You can almost see the vibration of these beautiful wings on our precious sapphire and diamond dragonfly pin. Made with white gold set with real stones not crystals, this is a very special piece. Why not ask your best beloved for an early Christmas gift?
Cost : £ 475

Sewing Cushion For someone who loves to sew, this is the ultimate gift! A delicate lace trimmed cushion, filled with the glorious scent of summer gathered lavender and bearing on top in a neat pocket, a pair of dainty sewing scissors.
Cost : £ 18

French Green Cheese Dish and Cover Enliven your table with this generously sized pottery cheese dish and cover. A witty design of a little mouse attacking a wedge of cheese makes a very attractive addition to the cheese board. Iced water or lemonade looks enticing when served from this very French jug with a motif of a rooster moulded around the body, a worthwhile addition to your summer table and an excellent wedding gift. 2 pint capacity.
Cost : £ 62

Ornate Brass Firescreen Dress up your fireplace with this elegant and practical three fold firescreen this winter. Enhanced with polished brass details this is a really good looking screen which because of its design, will stop those stray sparks escaping around the side and thus protect your carpet and home.
Cost : £ 165

Jade and Pearl Necklace Carved jade beads set amongst fresh water pearls create a thoroughly rich and rare set of earrings and necklace. Perfect for evenings at any time these pieces look stunning teamed with a slight tan and a pretty frock. Please note: For health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnable
Cost : £ 60

Faberge Style Pendant - Green A single green or Puple enamelled egg makes an eye catching pendant on a fine gold chain. Derived from the work of Carl Faberge who worked for the Czar of Russia and his family this is a beautiful and unusual piece which is brought to you from workshops in America.
Cost : £ 35

Silk and Crystal Button Evening Bag When you are out on the town, you need a bag that will do you justice. A choice of two superb evening bags with crystal button fastenings and embroidered panels. Both bags have antiqued metal trims and each is fully lined and has a detachable shoulder chain. Both these silk bags are really outstanding. The problem is going to be choosing which to buy!
Cost : £ 52

Porcelain Musical Egg A pretty musical box in the guise of a porcelain egg which plays ’Au Clair de la Lune’. Use the interior of the egg to keep your rings safe, no one would ever guess!
Cost : £ 119

Fishing Reel Bookends Here is a whimsical pair of bookends for the keen fisherman! Beautifully conceived and finished in leather look resin, these will be the most popular of gifts and do a practical job as well.
Cost : £ 150

Wooden Tea Box with silver plate lid Present tisanes and all varieties of exotic teas to your guests in this most attractive box. Silver plated round the glass panel, you can see the contents at a glance and select your favourite. Almost anything is better than those tatty cardboard boxes piling up near the kettle!
Cost : £ 75

Acorn String Dispenser Wooden "Treen" items don't appear very often. This is an old design brought up to date which will stop you having to hunt feverishly for that elusive ball of string when Christmas presents loom. Good looking in its own right this is a great desk accessory.
Cost : £ 29

Floral Porcelain Dish Fresh sprays of "Deutsche Blumen" or traditional German hand painted flowers decorate this small treasure of a bowl. Rimmed in gilded metal this is truly a cabinet piece and yet can be used for sweetmeats or sugar. Wherever it appears, it will cause a sensation.
Cost : £ 23

Limoges Garden Pond A superb little cameo of life on the garden pond. Two beady frogs, perched by the lily pool with a tiny gilt frog clasp, the box opens to show an insect which I fear may not last long! Made as always by craftsmen and women in Limoges.
Cost : £ 165

Set of Six Leafy Bowls A charming set of really useful dishes come into their own in so many ways. If you are a pickle or wasabi fan then these are ideal, if you need some extra ashtrays for a party then these are the business and if you just want pretty dishes to garnish tables around the house then what could look nicer?
Cost : £ 35

Pink/Lilac Wool Shawl Three glamorous shades in pure wool bring high summer fashion to your shawl selection this spring. The pashmina craze has had us enthralled for years now and shows no sign of fading. A shawl or throw in a vibrant summer shade will lift an outfit and cheer you up.
Cost : £ 60

Roman Urn Table Lamp Quality like this does not come along often, this turned and veneered lamp is a star for an office or desk environment and also looks good in a room with books. The world seems to be full of pale coloured lamp bases and it is a relief to find a design that is a little more masculine. Shade not included.
Cost : £ 150

Mr Cockalorum Doorstop Bring a bit of humour to your doorway with this bizarre and wonderful cockerel door stop. Bearing a distinct resemblance to a lead character from the movie Chicken Run, this is both practical and amusing and will cheer you up on a daily basis. It is made from a mix of damasks and other fabrics and is weighted with sand.
Cost : £ 33

Mother of Pearl and Sterling Silver Cheese Set For the cheese lovers amongst you, enjoy this stylish and well presented mother of pearl handled and sterling silver cheese set. It is so satisfactory to finish a meal with an elegant selection of cheeses, now you have the wherewithal to make a real impact.
Cost : £ 79

Bedside Water Jug/Glass With the glass fitting neatly within the glass carafe, this is a wizard addition to the bedside table. No more plastic water bottles, what a relief! The Jug will comfortably hold one pint.
Cost : £ 54

Cream Regency Stool Beautifully copied from the Regency original situated at Blairquhan castle in Ayrshire, this delightful mahogany and gilded stool is a lovely piece of furniture. Ideal for bedrooms, at the foot of a bed or in front of a dressing table, perfect for either side of a fireplace in a sitting room and an eye catching piece in a hallway. Because the caned seat is softly curved to fit the human posterior this is really comfortable to sit on . The stool is also available in a painted antique cream finish to order
Cost : £ 369

Pearl and Brown Hematite Expanding Bracelet Cut a dash this summer with this elegant expanding bracelet. Made incorporating crystal and faux pearls in a subtle colour combination of brown and gold and white, this pretty piece of jewellery will set off any outfit and jazz up a jersey for everyday wear!
Cost : £ 25

Royal Chelsea Oval Platter Bearing exquisite floral designs that are based on those created by the Chelsea factory in the early 18th century which are now in the collection of the Royal family, these stunning platters are of top quality. These beautiful botanical plates are useful as well as highly decorative. For desserts or servings of fruit or sandwiches they are ideal, or to inspire the decoration of a room, try an old trick and set them on the top of a door frame secured with a small wooden strip so that they can't slip. By doing this you give yourself a colour reference round which you can base the colours of paint and fabrics and create an unusual and eye catching wall accessory at the same time.
Cost : £ 79

Victorian Style Wheel Barrow Bench Follow the sun and your inclination with this well designed moveable bench. This is not a new idea, the Victorians cottoned onto the fact that it was more pleasant to be warm and lurk under a sun shade than sit in the shadows and get a chill. This bench is pretty, practical and fun, what more could you ask of a piece of garden furniture. Needs simple home assembly as it comes flat pack.
Cost : £ 165

Set of Six Coffee Spoons with Berry Handles A tiny berry of crystal, makes all the difference in the world to these elegant coffee spoons. Made from silver plate in the shape of a sprig of mistletoe, these are so chic and will complement your coffee set beautifully.
Cost : £ 21

Limoges Caviar Tray Oscietra, Beluga, Sevruga...The names conjure up that most delectable of substances, caviar. Sadly due to over exploitation, the precious eggs are now desperately threatened so this might be as close as we can get to the real thing. Enjoy the artistry of this fine Limoges box, created as part of a limited edition... like caviar.
Cost : £ 125

Limoges Sauterne Bottle with Stand For lovers of sweet white wine this glamorous bottle of Sauterne will bring back happy memories. Superbly presented by the Limoges wizards, this is a great present for a wine enthusiast. This is a numbered limited edition box.
Cost : £ 105

Pair of Handmade Needlepoint Orchid Cushions A very pretty pair of needlepoint cushions using both regular and petit point. Orchids are favourites of so many of us and never cease to fascinate with their colouring and variety. These would look superb as scatter cushions on a spare bed. They are backed with cream velvet and zipped for removal of the pad for cleaning (pads not included).
Cost : £ 79

Toile Tissue Box Cover - Blue (discontinued) For a really feminine bedroom you can’t beat toile de jouy. Enjoying a complete renaissance at present and featured in dozens of home improvement magazines these French country patterns are used to great effect here in the matching waste bin and tissue box cover. Applied to the surface and then sealed, these charming designs will never date. Available in blue or pink.REDUCED PRICES: Waste Bins - Were £99 - Now £75Tissue Box Covers - Were £61 - Now £45Blue Waste Bin and Blue Tissue Box Cover now discontinued
Cost : £ 45

Mahogany Grandmother Clock The elegant proportions of the Windsor grandmother clock reflect a unique heritage of making fine clocks in England. The cabinet is decorated in English yew tree veneers and inlaid with black edge line. The case features a scroll pediment mounted on pillars. The glazed trunk door reveals the swing of the pendulum and the gradual drop of the weights. The plinth is mounted on fine ogee feet. The eight-day Westminster chime movement has a chime silencer and an automatic night silencer. The pendulum has an automatic beat setting. The dial is solid brass with a silver finish chapter ring. Hand crafted by the oldest firm of clockmakers in England, the Windsor will be an heirloom that will be valued by every generation. Also available in mahogany.
Cost : £ 2500

Blue Miners Lamp A new look at an old and historic design. For generations of coal miners and their families, these lamps in their original form were the difference between life and death or serious injury down the pit. Made in Wales in contemporary colours, these lamps make excellent bedside lights and fit into a modern lifestyle with ease.
Cost : £ 33

Stylish Beaded Evening Bag A bit of glamour never did anyone any harm. This stylish delicately beaded bag will see you through every party this season.
Cost : £ 31

Lilac Sweetie Bag Who could resist these seductive little bags, hung about with bright candies and all sorts of glamorous bits and pieces and with the neatest metal handles! These are real stars and everyone will want one for Christmas it is such fun! In black & Lilac.
Cost : £ 30

Set of Party Plate Clips Sometimes handed out in plastic by caterers, we were ecstatic to find this plate and glass holder nicely made in silver plated metal. Anyone who has ever tried to juggle a plate, a glass and even a walking stick at a party needs one of these. Placed discreetly in the handbag this can be whisked out at the appropriate moment and used to great effect!
Cost : £ 19

Cut Crystal Jug A superb genuine cut crystal jug, useful for water on the dining table or simply for decoration. The brilliance of the cutting makes this a premier collector piece and the weight of the crystal reinforces the impression of quality. This jug will hold 3?4 pint comfortably.
Cost : £ 58

Mother of Pearl Matchbox Cover Simply one of the smartest matchboxes you can have which tones in with any décor. Mother of pearl squares give a translucent charm to a mundane household item.
Cost : £ 35

Sterling Silver Sweetner Box Here is a charming old fashioned sterling silver sweetener box. On the lid is a lovely raised head of a Victorian lady. This is suitable for tablets as well and they of course taste much nicer out of a silver box!
Cost : £ 32

Hand Engraved Glass Jam Jar This vintage style, hand engraved glass jam jar will look superb on your breakfast table, filled with this year's strawberry jam! Dishwasher safe.
Cost : £ 29

Dish Warmer Keep dishes warm from oven to table with this simple good looking hot plate. Relying on candle power this is a very attractive version of an old fashioned idea and is dead cheap to run!
Cost : £ 28

Peony Design Needlepoint Cushion (discontinued) Full summer blooms of hibiscus and peonies delight the eye on these handmade fine needlepoint cushions. Petit point stitches are meticulously employed to create these cushions, they are backed with ivory velvet and are zipped for removal of the pads for cleaning (pads not supplied).Peony Design now discontinued
Cost : £ 49

Pink Genova Jewellery Roll A suite of leather treasures for the summer. In a choice of ice blue or rose pink, a handbag beautifully fitted with zipped pockets and a mobile telephone pouch, is offered alongside the matching jewellery roll. For the business woman, we bring fashion to the boardroom with a document case which is perfect for presentations and which accommodates A4 files, has card slots and three pockets for papers. All these wonderful leather goods are fully lined and have good quality zips. Highly recommended!
Cost : £ 39

Silver Hallmarked Ingot on 18” chain You can’t get much smarter than this! A silver hallmarked ingot on a fine chain, just the item to jazz up a plain sweater or enhance a cocktail dress.
Cost : £ 28

Rust Rustic Fleur de Lys Rug A hard wearing and good looking rug for your sitting room. Made from jute with three choices of colourway. The simple and stylish classical design will suit most spaces and the natural fibres are very "Now".
Cost : £ 59

Brass Dog's Lead Hook A good place to store the dog's lead. A brass dogs' head graces this robust hook which you can keep by the back door, ready for use.
Cost : £ 10

Red Heart Shopper Valentine's Day can last all year round! Take this heart bag shopping, to the beach, to the library or away for the weekend. Large and roomy, made from sturdy cotton this will stand you in great stead and fill your trip to the High Street with romance!
Cost : £ 29

Pierced Jade Bracelet Dramatic impact goes with the territory when you wear these stunning pieces. Hand carved jade or onyx, encircled with silver then hung from a fine silver chain, make dramatic pendants for the summer. Add style and glamour to your jewellery with the dazzling pierced bracelet, flattering for a wrist of any size and a true stunner on tanned skin it will be a real eye-catcher. The onyx pendant and bracelet together with the very pretty carved onyx drop earrings would make a terrific gift for someone special. Please note: For health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnableOnyx Pendant now discontinued
Cost : £ 239

Blue and Gilt Porcelain Box A wonderful trio of porcelain cache pot, lidded box and footed sweet dish. A total look for a neglected corner that will bring colour, style and practicality to your home.
Cost : £ 24

Silver Plated Planter For plants or bottles, this is a winning design. Grand enough to take its place in the sitting room and practical enough to chill the sauterne in the kitchen. Made from good quality silver plate, this is a very attractive design and it does not leak!
Cost : £ 95

Blue and Gilt Cache Pot A wonderful trio of porcelain cache pot, lidded box and footed sweet dish. A total look for a neglected corner that will bring colour, style and practicality to your home.
Cost : £ 35

Red Dragon Chest with Mirror A superb dragon jewel case with lift up mirror which looks as good closed as open and which has a lot of capacity for your treasures. whether you choose to fill it with gems or make-up this is an elegant accessory for a lady’s bedroom. This is a copy of a Chinese antique original and the rich antique red painted finish is enhanced by solid brass carrying handles and fittings.
Cost : £ 145

Limoges Music Box A musical porcelain egg would seem to be the ideal gift, playing a rendition of Ave Maria this is a charming little treasure and a delightful table top item.
Cost : £ 145

Blue Venezia Handbag A suite of leather treasures for the summer. In a choice of ice blue or rose pink, a handbag beautifully fitted with zipped pockets and a mobile telephone pouch, is offered alongside the matching jewellery roll. For the business woman, we bring fashion to the boardroom with a document case which is perfect for presentations and which accommodates A4 files, has card slots and three pockets for papers. All these wonderful leather goods are fully lined and have good quality zips. Highly recommended!
Cost : £ 79

Burghley Book Seldom does an author get the chance to comment on her own work! However it is really the ancestors and the house itself that deserve any credit - this is not a heavyweight history number but an amusing look at the past, through only marginally rose tinted spectacles! Signed by Lady Victoria Leatham
Cost : £ 25

Pheasant Tea Time China - Half Pint Jug Enjoy your afternoon cuppa from this cheerful set, gaily decorated with proud cock pheasants. Made in England and with sensible sized cups, this is just the job for winter afternoons watching sport on the television. The set comprises 1 pint teapot, half pint jug, sugar bowl, cup and saucer.
Cost : £ 29

Xmas Silk Thread Blue Linnet This superbly embroidered linnet is a perfect foil for his friends the robin and the finch. All are made from silk and will shine brightly against your tree's foliage.
Cost : £ 11

Cockerel Matchbox Holder Cardboard matchboxes are beastly things to look at, this very smart and elegant box holder turns a catastrophe into a table top triumph! Two superb chickens are softly coloured and will complement any interior. Made from wood with decoupage decoration
Cost : £ 22

Reuben Pheasant Doorstop How can you resist this perfectly ridiculous pheasant! Charming in the extreme he will banish boredom from your door and hold it open at the same time.
Cost : £ 33

Set of Heart Candles and Crystal Bowl How about this for a dazzling combination! A cut crystal bowl with funky floating heart jelly candles. Wonderful as a centrepiece for a quiet dinner a deux or for a full-on Valentine’s Day celebration. The bowl looks fabulous holding little guest soaps or fruit once the initial frenzy has died down and, of course, can be brought into play in the summer with floating flower heads for the dinner table once more.
Cost : £ 39

Limoges Snowflake A winter box for an ideal Christmas gift! Snowmen and snow flakes have a magic that never fades and Grandpas are really good at building snowmen, while they are doing that, Grannies deserve a pretty box to have on their dressing tables.
Cost : £ 169

Red Leather Pouffe Rest your weary legs on this real leather pouffe . Made specifically for us in a choice of burgundy or racing Bentley green, this adds seating to your sitting room and provides comfort at the end of a long day.
Cost : £ 167

Coffee Bean Spoons Stir up the Kenco with these these charming silver plated spoons bearing a tiny coffee bean as a finial to the handle. Nicely weighted, these will look terrific on the after dinner tray.
Cost : £ 24

Bracelet Watch with Red Agate (discontinued) Tell the time and help keep aches and pains at bay with this tiger eye and haematite bracelet watch. Neatly made to expand to your wrist size, this may bring therapeutic help to aching joints and will certainly look stylish. Alternative red agate example available.Red Agate now discontinued
Cost : £ 27

Grey Pearl Necklace This trio of superb pearl necklaces are so very wearable. Whether you select one or all three, the long ropes of shimmering crystals and assorted pearls are hugely decorative and particularly good on a plain jersey. The extra length enables you to choose to wear the necklaces long or doubled. Very versatile!
Cost : £ 65

Pair of Romantic Oval Plaques Two romantic oval plaques for your wall, something over and above the usual plaster offerings. These are cast from smooth marble look-alike and bring a sense of style and antiquity to your décor.
Cost : £ 129

Two Tier Oval Cat Basket High style living for your pussy! A two storey woven wicker dwelling for top cats with a cosy basket underneath and a daytime sitting area with a fleecy cushion included. No feline could resist the allure of such luxury accommodation, can you?
Cost : £ 90

Crystal Inkwell A superbly heavy crystal inkwell in a traditional Georgian shape for your desk. This is also useful as a paperweight and will please you every time you see it for its quality and the clarity of the crystal.
Cost : £ 39

Traditional Muffin Dish Freshly baked buns or hot buttered muffins! What a delectable thought that is! Wooden handles bring an air of contemporary styling to this traditional silver plated serving dish.
Cost : £ 49

Dog Rose Bute Footstool Rest your feet on this pretty replica of a Victorian footstool. Handy to pop under the dining table to ease tired feet during mealtimes.
Cost : £ 125

Limoges Tennis Box Any one for tennis? An amusing and seasonal hand painted porcelain Limoges box which makes a great gift for a sports person and which will bring back happy memories of sunny summer days.
Cost : £ 95

Faux Leopard Shoulder Cape Fun little pom poms fasten the front of our round the shoulder faux fur cape! Warm, smart and good for dining out or going to the movies, this is a winter essential, go on make draughts history!
Cost : £ 95

Pink Torino A4 Folder A suite of leather treasures for the summer. In a choice of ice blue or rose pink, a handbag beautifully fitted with zipped pockets and a mobile telephone pouch, is offered alongside the matching jewellery roll. For the business woman, we bring fashion to the boardroom with a document case which is perfect for presentations and which accommodates A4 files, has card slots and three pockets for papers. All these wonderful leather goods are fully lined and have good quality zips. Highly recommended!
Cost : £ 62

Art Nouveau Handbag Mirror Another stunning handbag mirror from Jennifer Ulisse. The heavyweight enamel is moulded into a superb art nouveau design of swirling flowers enhanced with crystals. These beautiful collectable objects are more than looking glasses, more like jewels for your purse which deserve to be cherished.
Cost : £ 24

Brass and Ceramic Candlesticks Raised on superbly cast bronze twig supports, this pair of simply delicious bird candle sticks are unique to us. Charming little fat finches are surrounded by finely hand painted flower heads and sophisticated celadon bases and candle holders. These are really grand and stylish items and will grace a mantelpiece to perfection.
Cost : £ 139

Vin Rouge Chalkboard Write down all those important messages and have them easily to hand with this amusing Vin Rouge chalk board. This is a cheerful wall decoration as well as a practical aid to organised living.
Cost : £ 30

French Green Jug Enliven your table with this generously sized pottery cheese dish and cover. A witty design of a little mouse attacking a wedge of cheese makes a very attractive addition to the cheese board. Iced water or lemonade looks enticing when served from this very French jug with a motif of a rooster moulded around the body, a worthwhile addition to your summer table and an excellent wedding gift. 2 pint capacity.
Cost : £ 42

Autumn Charm Bracelet Days of mellow fruitfulness etc. here is the epitome of autumn, a handmade suite of patinated bronze acorn jewellery, comprising earrings and bracelet. Superbly sculpted and observed, these are unique to us and will cause a stir wherever you go.
Cost : £ 169

Pheasant Tea Time China - 1 Pint Teapot Enjoy your afternoon cuppa from this cheerful set, gaily decorated with proud cock pheasants. Made in England and with sensible sized cups, this is just the job for winter afternoons watching sport on the television. The set comprises 1 pint teapot, half pint jug, sugar bowl, cup and saucer.
Cost : £ 49