What's in Plymouth

The Happy series by artist Samantha Maria Little is being displayed at Ocean Studios until the 8th May!! Make sure you go and check it out, Beautifully bright paintings that are sure to help lift the lockdown blues! You don't want to miss them!

Just because we're *still* in a lockdown, it doesn't mean you can't treat yourself or your friends to some sweet treats!

Order a delicious box of brownies form The Early Bird 's website: https://earlybirdcafe.co.uk

Treat yourself and show some support to a great local business at the same time! What's not to love!!

Thank you so much to everyone who participated in the Christmas gift guide! I hope everyone had a lovely Christmas and found some great presents!

Are you looking for a quirky, personalised gift for someone? Look no further than theprinterystudio

The Printery is a professional print studio in Mutley Plain and offers some perfect present ideas! Check out the hand printed tea towels that can also be personalised with bespoke printing! Also on offer are some super cool hand printed face masks, designed in collaboration with Sarah Smalldon !

You can also purchase a voucher for any friends that you know will want to check this place out! The vouchers can be put towards the amazing courses run by The Printery or used to purchase anything from the store!

With so much available online you have to check it out!

https://www.theprinterystudio.co.uk

Are you in need of a gift that's perfect for the fashion lover in your life? Look no further than Identity fashion With a huge variety of gorgeous designs and accessories, you have to check them out in store in the Royal William Yard or online! https://identityfashion.online

Take a look at the Bottling Plant's online shop for some quirky present ideas! Crackers filled with THE EXE GIN

and botanical hand sanitisers are just the beginning! They're also offering some luxurious hampers & gift vouchers that can be used for a meal in the exclusive restaurant / bar!!

https://thebottlingplant.co.uk

For the perfect beauty gifts this Christmas, check out The Lemon Tree Beauty Salon! http://www.thelemontreeplymouth.co.uk

With a great selection of own brand and other branded make up and skincare products, your beauty loving friends will be in heaven! Treat them to a gift voucher to ensure smiles all round!

If you're stuck for ideas for the art lover in your family or friendship group, you need to have a look at Sarah Smalldon 's website: https://sarahsmalldon.com

With gorgeous tea towels, my favourite being 'Spring in Central Park, and stunning original art pieces you're sure to find the perfect gift for your loved ones!

But, for the ultimate personalised gift, checkout Sarah's bespoke hand drawn illustrations of homes & families. Wonderfully unique gifts that will look stunning on the wall!!

Even better there's 20% off all orders until December 18th!!

According to the Guardian, the first week of lockdown in March sae sales of board games and jigsaws soar by a huge 240% !!

So, if you know someone who's collection needs refreshing, you need to check out Twist - Board Game Cafe online store: https://twistbgc.co.uk

With countless games, puzzles and even an impressive selection of beer, Twist - Board Game Cafe has something for all your board game loving friends. And if you can't decide, why not get them a gift voucher and leave the choice up to them!!

With 12 indulgent already made up hampers to choose from, the chance to create your own and gift vouchers to spend in store and in the restaurant HonkyTonk Wine Library has a gift for everyone!

It's way too hard to pick a favourite from all of the gorgeous hampers, but the Cracker-Jack Basket and the champagne and chocolate hamper come close!

Check out all of the amazing offers on their website: https://goodeats.io/HWL

The restaurant serves up delicious local delicacies daily, so be sure to check it out over the Christmas period!!

We all know someone who needs to relax and unwind after this year! So, why not treat them to an Enhance Aesthetics and Wellness gift card so they can treat themselves to a luxurious treatment!

The gorgeous aesthetic & beauty clinic, based in the Royal William Yard, offers a huge variety of services including reflexology, massage, facials, manicures, dermal fillers, wrinkle relaxing treatments and much more, all carried out by registered professionals.

This year is definitely the year to go all out with the Christmas decorations, and you can fill every room with festive cheer with the gorgeous selection of handmade decorations from Rockpool Trading !

Some of my favourites include, the Grace Ellis Christmas tea light boxes.
The DIY ceramic Christmas decorations, great to get the whole family involved in!
And the hand painted wooden reindeer which are so adorable!

They also have a huge range of gifts, perfect for all the family!
You have to check out the Becky Bettesworth edition Kernow chocolate, the packaging is gorgeous!

You can find all these gifts and more online - www.rockpooltrading.co.uk
and in store (from the 2nd) at 44 South Side Street