2023-05-22 16:26
We're used to seeing trends in fashion and interiors, but there are some big themes taking centre stage in the gardening world this year - so with Chelsea Flower Show happening this week I t… Read More
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2023-04-19 12:11
King Charles III's coronation in May is just a couple of weeks away now - and it's an event that will be celebrated across the United Kingdom and beyond. It marks the beginning of a new era… Read More
2023-03-31 16:08
Spring is in the air at last (although I'm writing this in the middle of a thundering downpour, because the weather hasn't received the memo yet) - and what better way to celebrate the new s… Read More
2023-03-08 17:03
Time for a bit of new! I've designed a unique new collection of Coronation gifts and keepsakes to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III in May. You won't find these anywhere else… Read More
2022-12-05 12:03
I'm sure you're aware of the current postal strikes, and the impact it's having on deliveries this Christmas. I've been keeping on top of all the ongoing strike news, and doing everything I… Read More
2022-11-11 17:14
I know, I completely get it - we're all finding ways to curb spending this Christmas. Every one of us. It's a real balancing act at this time of year, isn't it? But I honestly think this lit… Read More
2022-10-28 12:31
It happens twice a year and yet it never fails to catch me out! The clocks change this weekend, so we get an extra hour in bed (as a small consolation prize for the fact we'll all be getting… Read More
2022-10-21 13:12
I'm sure you're familiar with the popular cottagecore aesthetic - and now that the weather has turned chilly and autumnal (very foggy in Norfolk this morning!), I thought it was the perfect… Read More
2022-09-08 16:12
Every season I like to change things up a bit on my website, and now that autumn is officially/meteorologically here (I know, I'm a week late) it's time to put the autumn 'decorations' up on… Read More
2022-08-31 13:22
Ah, that old chestnut - I've been in this game for a few years now, so I'm a bit of an expert. You won't find me getting distracted by the contents of the world wide web, or the dog/cat, or… Read More
2022-07-26 10:58
I'm absolutely delighted to share the news with you that I've been awarded 'Best Online Gift Retail Owner - East of England' in the Influential Businesswoman Awards 2022!The awards are… Read More
2022-06-27 14:33
Last weekend we saw #shopindependentday - a special day for sellers and buyers, all about the originality, innovation and craftsmanship at the heart of small businesses across the UK. But it… Read More
2022-03-04 16:49
I'm going to lay my cards on the table: The news has been absolutely awful - what is happening in Ukraine is so distressing and my heart truly goes out to them. So posting upbeat news a… Read More
2022-02-11 12:10
Happy Friday morning! Today is National Make A Friend Day so I've been having some fun picking out a few gorgeous finds on Folksy to celebrate friendship... “Friends are those rar… Read More
2022-01-27 17:44
January - that month that lasts for a year - is finally almost done. I do try very hard to think positive thoughts and not get the hump, but oh boy it can be a gloomy month sometimes! B… Read More
2021-12-17 11:30
Well, that's another (weird) year done with! It feels like 2021 didn't quite end the way we all thought it would (thank you Mr Omicron), but there's no reason why we can't all still look for… Read More
2021-11-19 15:19
It's been all change on the PhotoFairytales site this week - the autumn colours have gone, making way for a festive Christmas feel (well, it is nearly Christmas)! So, I thought I'd take a fe… Read More
2021-11-08 18:20
It's now less than 7 weeks before Christmas, how can that even be?! To help you get firmly into the festive mood, I'm delighted to let you know that the 2022 Santa Letters & Telegrams ar… Read More
2021-10-25 17:05
2021 is definitely the year that should be labelled “The one where the 90's came back” - the Friends Reunion made us all feel nostalgic for the good pre-covid times! Aviator glas… Read More
2021-10-21 13:56
Every year the Office for National Statistics releases lists of the most popular baby names in England and Wales for the past year. The latest information was released this week - and it wou… Read More
2021-10-20 12:02
Anyone who knows me even slightly will know that I feel all a bit embarrassed when it comes to blowing my own trumpet. It's just not me: I'm far more likely to actively run myself down than… Read More
2021-10-05 11:38
I mean, I think this image says it all really:Yep, I've only gone and won 'Best International Bespoke Handmade Gifts Retailer 2021' - a bit of a mouthful, but absolutely brilliant none… Read More
2021-08-12 09:23
It’s been a big week for our teenagers this week: first A level results on Tuesday, then GCSE results today. No doubt there’s been cheers and tears in lots of households! Thankfu… Read More
2021-07-23 11:18
I'm so excited by my new range that's just landed this week - these brand new Personalised Newspaper Prints look fantastic in real life, and they are a really unique gift idea too.Personalis… Read More
2021-05-13 12:35
I'm willing to bet you've had at least one or two texts or emails over the last few weeks from delivery companies telling you that there's money to pay before they can make your delivery. Or… Read More
2021-04-28 09:13
It's Superhero Day today! 🦸♀️🦸♂️ Admittedly probably not something you have written on your calendar, but a very sweet and oh-so-positive… Read More
2021-04-09 15:05
Non essential bricks and mortar shops are reopening on Monday after months of being closed - but if feels as though they’ll be opening their doors to a much changed retail landscape. S… Read More
2021-04-06 18:00
Time for some spring newbies!... This is a project I’ve been working on for weeks now, an idea I’ve had in my head that I simply had to put into action: introducing my new person… Read More
2020-12-18 11:39
In, oooh about 20 minutes, I'm going to be shutting up shop for another year and heading off on my Christmas break. But before I go, I just wanted to wish you a VERY merry Christmas - eat, d… Read More
2020-11-13 11:53
Every year I like to support the work of a great UK charity - so for every one of the Personalised Santa Letters and Telegrams that are sold this year, I'll be donating 50p to this year's ca… Read More
2020-11-10 16:57
This month is the one where the festive season can really start to kick in - and often make us all feel a bit stressed and over-whelmed. Before the chaos of Christmas begins, why not take so… Read More
2020-11-09 15:53
These are not just ANY Santa Letter, they're the REAL Santa Letter (and they also help to support a UK charity every year too)! I know, spend 5 minutes on the internet and there's any number… Read More
2020-11-02 11:05
I have an exciting announcement! I'm absolutely delighted to let you know that PhotoFairytales has won yet another award: 'Best Online Personalised Gifts & Nursery Decor Boutique', in th… Read More
2020-10-01 14:27
Ah, October - lovely, leaf changing, crisp morninged, shall we put the heating on yet, beware of witches, October...Autumn is well and truly with us now - but before we get bogged down with… Read More
2020-09-29 15:37
It’s always good to try and spot a silver lining, no matter how big the cloud… and there are few clouds bigger than the Covid-shaped one that’s going on right now. The loc… Read More
2020-08-28 11:25
September is a strange, transitional month - we notice that evenings are getting darker sooner, and even though the sun still feels warm there can be a little shiver in the air every now and… Read More
2020-08-27 16:38
I bet there are friends and family you’ve missed recently - some you may not have seen for months and months. My own parents live on the other side of the country, and due to shielding… Read More
2020-07-20 11:30
Now that weddings are back on (albeit in a pretty minimal way), many couples are having to adapt the plans they made months ago when the world was such an incredibly different place. Quite u… Read More
2020-07-14 14:39
Thank you gifts for key workers... not a phrase you'd probably thought of at the start of this year!Right now there are a lot of us that have quite a bit to be thankful for - whether we&rsqu&hell…Read More
2020-07-01 15:44
How are we all doing? Keeping well? Everything is ticking along nicely here at PF HQ... it's been a busy few weeks, and I managed to add to the pressure by deciding to introduce lots of bran… Read More
2020-04-01 12:03
I know lots of you are stuck at home isolating at the moment, which means even something basic like posting a card to friends or family becomes an issue. So, I've introduced a brand new serv… Read More
2020-03-26 10:53
Thousands of people across the country (and the world) are finding themselves working from home now. Whilst this is temporary and life will be back to normal after coronavirus (honestly, it… Read More
2020-03-25 15:09
I know that with the shops shut and everyone being told to stay home, it's now more than ever that people need to be able to rely on online shopping for lots of items. Just because we can't… Read More
2020-03-16 16:18
I know that the news over the last few days might have pushed Mother's Day out of your mind a little bit. If you've left it a bit late, don't worry - I've got you covered! I appreciate that… Read More
2020-03-16 13:52
Some of you might be feeling a bit anxious about whether Covid-19 will affect the delivery of your orders: from PhotoFairytales or anywhere else. I just wanted to reassure you that deliverie… Read More
2020-03-04 18:44
Yes, the news about coronavirus is indeed a bit worrying at the moment - the number of cases seems to be increasing daily. The advice from government and health officials is simply to wash y… Read More
2020-03-03 14:25
Before you know it, Mother's Day is going to be here (March 22nd) - so if you're stuck for a gift idea for your mum, fear not: I have some brilliant ideas for you! PLUS: click on the 'Compet… Read More
2020-02-25 15:31
Looking for some stylish ways to introduce the 2020 colour of the year, Classic Blue, into your home? Trend colours may come and go - and at first glance Classic Blue can look like a tricky… Read More
2020-02-17 17:59
It's Random Act of Kindness Day today - so I thought I'd like to celebrate by giving you the chance to nab one of my 'Smiler' poster prints in an easy-peasy-to-enter giveaway on Facebook!The… Read More
2020-01-29 14:33
Yes, of course you would! I've got this great free greeting card offer running on the PhotoFairytales site until February 9th - just spend over £20 and quote the special order code in… Read More
2020-01-10 15:14
It was my first day back to work yesterday, and lovely as it is to sit with your feet up eating chocolate all day, it is quite nice to be back in the saddle again. Too much time off and my b… Read More
2019-12-14 10:28
Another big date is coming up this weekend for pre-Christmas orders. There are lots of items that are closing for orders at midnight this Sunday (the 15th). In fact, after this weekend there… Read More
2019-12-13 17:40
The 2019 Santa Letter Gift Packs have been selling like hot cakes this year, with lots of faithful customers returning year after year. Fast sales has meant that I know only have 6 Letter Pa… Read More
2019-12-12 16:08
It's one of the big key days today for Christmas last orders at PhotoFairytales - if you want to receive any of these items in time for the big day you need to order before midnight tonight… Read More
2019-12-11 12:47
Well, this week has been very exciting, and I just have to share it with you - this happened!Amy Thexton, winner of BBC Radio Norfolk Young Volunteer of the Year 2019Our lovely daughter Amy… Read More
2019-12-11 09:02
Only 14 more sleeps til Christmas! Here's a quick roundup of items that are closing for Christmas at today - if you want delivery in time for the big day on any of these, please make sure yo… Read More
2019-12-05 18:27
Now, I know I'm a total trend setter of course(!), but for a while now I've been thinking that things were turning a bit blue... maybe that's what influenced me when I was redesigning my log… Read More
2019-12-05 14:49
The order book will be closing on Sunday December 8th for these items - don't leave it too late if you want to order in time for Christmas!Fantasy Photo Portraits - canvas prints in a choice… Read More
2019-12-04 10:18
Fancy winning a free personalised 'Bear Prince' canvas print, worth £18.50? Click on the Competitions & Offers tab above for full details - ends 11.59pm December 5th, so be quick!… Read More
2019-12-03 18:55
The order book will be closing at midnight tomorrow (December 4th) for these items - so don't leave it too late if you want to order in time for Christmas!Handmade Wooden Family Tree Plaques… Read More
2019-11-29 13:45
If you haven't visited the website for the last couple of weeks, you'll have missed something pretty big: everything's changed! There's a new logo, a new colour scheme, and an entirely brand… Read More
2019-09-10 12:13
Picture the scene: you've been invited to Downton Abbey for the weekend. Your luggage is packed, your outfits have been chosen, your hat and gloves are ready at the door, and the chauffeur i… Read More
2019-08-02 15:28
Eek, it's been an embarrassingly long time between posts! I do have an excuse though: behind the scenes I'm working on a major relaunch of the website. An exciting new look, exciting new pro… Read More
2019-03-06 10:35
I took a quiz yesterday to determine what kind of business-owner I am… just for fun, and mostly because it reminded me of those quizzes I used to do in teen magazines back in the day… Read More
2019-02-28 15:23
As February draws to a close I wanted to share some of the gorgeous handcrafted makes that I've discovered on folksy.com this month. This is a fantastic site if you want to find ge… Read More
2019-01-29 14:36
It's just over two weeks until Valentine's Day, so it's time to start planning that special gift! Whether you're in the throws of new love, or you've been together for more years than you ca… Read More
2019-01-28 15:35
I've been working away on some brand new designs to add to my ever-popular 'Meaning of Name' print range - and I'm rather proud of them!'Little Hare' personalised meaning of name print, nurs… Read More
2019-01-18 17:50
Happy New Year! I hope you had a lovely, relaxing Christmas - although that seems like it happened ages ago now! January always seems to be such a gloomy month, don't you think?In fact, it's… Read More
2018-12-13 15:33
Right, let's cut to the chase: there's less than 2 weeks now before Christmas Day: have you got everyone's gifts sorted out? No? OK, don't panic as I have some great last minute gifts that a… Read More
2018-11-23 10:00
Whilst some of you will no doubt be sitting hunched over your computers and phones in a frenzy of Black Friday shopping today, I know that there are many more of us out there that have start… Read More
2018-11-16 17:14
There's no denying that Black Friday has become a 'thing' in this country - imported from the US, it's now an annual date on the UK calendar too.But, for as many people who love Black Friday… Read More
2018-11-07 20:10
More exciting news for you here at PhotoFairytales HQ: the 2018 edition of the personalised Santa Letters & Telegrams are now on sale!These are really special and magical - as anyone wil… Read More
2018-11-06 12:30
Well, Halloween has been and gone, the fireworks from Bonfire Night are over for another year... and that can only mean CHRISTMAS IS NEXT ON THE CALENDAR!I know it feels as though Christmas… Read More
2018-10-30 15:04
If you've got plans for tomorrow night - whether it's a full blown party, a spot of trick or treating, or just a cosy night in with the poison of your choice - I've got some great ideas for… Read More
2018-10-25 16:25
When a new baby arrives one of the first things new parents do is whip out the camera and snap every little movement, smile, milestone that their gorgeous newborn makes. Of course, why would… Read More
2018-10-16 12:59
I'm on the mailing list for a certain DIY chain that sends out emails telling me the jobs I need to do in my garden that month... and I must admit, I usually cast them to the bin. I mean, I… Read More
2018-10-15 11:01
If you're a parent to a pre-schooler or expecting a baby, I'm sure you'll love MyBump2Baby - it's a website and free app packed full of support and reviews from other parents, advice, events… Read More
2018-10-08 14:02
I'm working on a brand new design to add to my range of personalised handmade board books for Christmas - and I need your help!The new design will have a Christmas theme, and I'm looking for… Read More
2018-09-29 18:13
If you know someone who loves their garden (and you're starting to turn your mind towards Christmas perhaps?!), I just know that they'll love this: their very own personalised garden fork an… Read More
2018-09-26 11:08
Where were you at 8pm last night? I know where I was: sitting in front of the telly watching the Great British Bake Off, that's where (bye bye, Terry & Karen). Biscuit? Chandelier? What… Read More
2018-09-25 13:37
I'm so excited to tell you about this new range of personalised wooden shelf blocks that I've just introduced - I think you're going to love them!These are all designed and created in-house… Read More
2018-08-17 15:51
Hi everyone - just to let you know that I'm away for a week now, and will be back after the bank holiday on Tuesday 28th. The website is still open of course, and you're very welcome to plac… Read More
2018-08-09 11:01
I have exciting news! I'm so pleased to announce that I'm the Winner in the SME News 2018 Enterprise Awards in the Best Personalised Handmade Gifts category - how fabulous is that?!SME News… Read More
2018-08-06 17:25
It was my first day back at work today, following last week's holiday. Phew, nearly 1000 emails to get through, but I think I've finally got them organised and I'm on top of orders!Lovely to… Read More
2018-07-25 16:46
Hi everyone - I'm diligently working despite the hot and crispy weather here in Norfolk this week! No rain for weeks, and temperatures over 30c are making for a strange situation of being re… Read More
2018-07-20 12:13
Hi everyone - just a quick notice to let you know that I'm taking a week's holiday from July 28th. I'll be back to work on August 6th.You're still more than welcome to place orders while I'm… Read More
2018-07-11 16:44
Now, some would accuse me of having been a bit quiet of late... not keeping up with my social media responsibilities, ignoring the blog, tut - where have I been?!Well, I haven't been relaxin… Read More
2018-06-11 09:30
It's Father's Day this weekend, but don't panic if you've left it a bit late - there's still time to order Dad or Grandad a great personalised present that will blow his socks off (and is mo… Read More
2018-06-08 10:00
Happy #bestfriendsday!Remember the days when giving your best friend a present meant one of those heart necklaces that came in two parts (and probably turned your neck green)? Or making them… Read More
2018-06-05 12:31
Last month's Royal Wedding fever may have subsided a little, but we're firmly in the traditional wedding season now. The 'season' normally runs from around May to October, the months when th… Read More
2018-05-19 18:30
“If we lived there we’d be home by now” …this is a phrase my family would often say to each other whilst pointing at a random house when we were on a long journey ho… Read More
2018-05-18 18:37
I know it may feel like there’s a way to go, but Father’s Day is on June 17th this year - and if you want to order an extra special personalised gift for your dad this year it&rs&hell…Read More
2018-05-17 11:14
It's World Baking Day today - so if there's ever an excuse to hit the kitchen and whip up a tasty cake or two, today's the day! Whether your signature dish is a complicated mille-feuill… Read More
2018-05-15 18:20
I expect nearly all of you will have had at least one email land in your inbox this month asking you to resubscribe to a mailing list you've been quietly and happily signed up to. It's all o… Read More
2018-05-15 09:47
Confession: I’m a worrier. I regularly worry about things, niggle, occasionally have a sleepless night about something or other, find myself getting a bit snappy or stressy because som… Read More
2018-05-04 11:35
I'm really pleased to introduce a brand new line of personalised prints that have just been launched on the PhotoFairytales website. These bespoke prints are so pretty - a delightful finishi… Read More
2018-05-01 12:27
OK, I’ll be honest - I started composing this post yesterday when it was freezing cold and raining continuously (again) here in Norfolk. I actually had the heating on by midday because… Read More
2018-04-03 13:33
Did you have a lovely Easter? Hopefully you managed to snaffle a chocolate egg or two and indulge in a slice of Simnel Cake! This month seems to have a lot going on for the Royal family and… Read More
2018-03-15 19:16
Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to work on some lovely gift ideas for families that have adopted, or are going through the process of adopting, a child. One of the most popular… Read More
2018-03-07 18:35
I've just had a hot cup of coffee. I know, it's not something you'd think was worth a mention really. Except, I hate coffee. I'm a tea drinker, have been for years. Coffee is horrible.So, wh… Read More
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