Central Park Draught Excluder Three Central Park CushionsA superbly cheerful set of three feather filled cushions and a matching draught excluder set the tone 4 this winter. Gaily coloured musicians and entertainers strut their stuff in a fantasy of colour on a pale creamy primrose background. Both cushions are zipped 2 facilitate removal of the feather pad as is the draught excluder.Central Park Draught ExcluderThis cheery draught excluder matches the cushions with this fantasy pattern of embroidered musicians and entertainers which is such fun. Keep your ankles warm and feel happy at the same time!
Cost : £ 25

Enamel Minature Carriage Clock Taken from a charming French original, this tiny lady's carriage clock is such a pretty thing. Three enamelled and fleur-de-lys decorated panels make this really something out of the ordinary, the surrounding brass case is engraved as the original would have been and the key fits inside the bevelled glass door at the back. This will make a fantastic Christmas gift 4 a lady!
Cost : £ 195

Faux Leopard Shoulder Cape Fun little pom poms fasten the front of our round the shoulder faux fur cape! Warm, smart and good 4 dining out or going 2 the movies, this is a winter essential, go on make draughts history!
Cost : £ 95

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 4 bedrooms, at the foot of a bed or in front of a dressing table, perfect 4 either side of a fireplace in a sitting room and an eye catching piece in a hallway. Because the caned seat is softly curved 2 fit the human posterior this is really comfortable 2 sit on . The stool is also available in a painted antique cream finish 2 order
Cost : £ 369

Pink/Lilac Wool Shawl Three glamorous shades in pure wool bring high summer fashion 2 your shawl selection this spring. The pashmina craze has had us enthralled 4 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

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 4 a massive westernisation plan 4 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

Silver Beaded Napkin Rings Ring in the festive season with these delightful beaded napkin rings! Available in gold or silver, they will really doll up your table and make your guests feel very special.
Cost : £ 24

Pair of Needlepoint Cushions Lean back onto these really pretty cushions and relax! Filled with selected feathers, they have covers of hand made needlepoint and velvet backs. The soft tones of blue and gold on a beige background are so easily assimilated into the décor of a room that you will wonder how you managed before thay arrived!
Cost : £ 92

Limoges Mandolin Captain Corelli would have loved this box, a florally decorated mandolin most charmingly made, ribbons and a music scroll complete the picture. This is such an unusual box, how can you resist?
Cost : £ 129

Porcelain Lidded Meissen Style Pot Garnished with tiny porcelain flowers in a multitude of soft colours, this glorious Meissen style jar and cover is destined 2 be a focal point wherever it finds a home. Fine porcelain at a decent price is hard 2 find, curiously the antique market is yielding some bargains amongst English ceramics of the last century at present. This example however is far superior 2 most contemporary pieces and will certainly appreciate in value.
Cost : £ 54

Double Jam Pot Elegant Butter DishThis is a very classy item! A silver plated butter dish with a detachable glass liner and with a decorative berry finial. Even Anchor will look the business housed inside this.Not suitable 4 dishwashers, treat as silver and use a silver cloth.Double Jam PotReady 4 your seasonal berries this rather smart double jam pot set complete with spoons and washable liners, is excellent 4 the breakfast table. Smart little ball feet and wooden faux bamboo handles make it very stylish.Not suitable 4 dishwashers, treat as silver and use a silver cloth.
Cost : £ 49

Porcelain and Pearl Pendant The delicacy of hand made porcelain carefully assembled into tiny blossoms, each joined with gold plated links and enhanced with pearls. This is a very unusual and eye catching suite of jewellery comprising a pendant necklace and ear clips which will flatter any neckline and look good 4 formal evening wear or daytime.
Cost : £ 49

Rustic Oak Leaf Firescreen Do away with an empty fireplace during warmer months by placing this very attractive screen on the hearth. Suddenly a black dreary space is transformed 2 a focal point of the room. If the fire is lit, this screen will prevent sparks on the carpet with its dense mesh. Altogether a very practical and stylish item.
Cost : £ 149

Faux Lead Planter - Griffin Design A superb choice of fibreglass square planters in three different attractive designs. Whether you veer towards the art nouveau look (poppies) or feel comfortable with the Regency or Griffin approach, you can be confident that each of these is good looking, easy 2 pick up and carry and amazingly like the lead they are reproducing.Regency planter now discontinued
Cost : £ 59

Blue Miners Lamp A new look at an old and historic design. 4 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

Mahogany Circular Three Drawer Chest A sturdy and practical item of furniture that deserves a home in almost every room in the house. Perfect as a bedside table or chest of drawers, ideal in the bathroom 4 bits and pieces, excellent 2 go beside the sofa 2 hold a lamp and CDs etc, I could go on! Made in mahogany from sustainable forests with solid brass knobs.NB. The incorrect price 4 this item was printed in the Christmas 2004 catalogue.
Cost : £ 235

Acorn String Dispenser Wooden "Treen" items don't appear very often. This is an old design brought up 2 date which will stop you having 2 hunt feverishly 4 that elusive ball of string when Christmas presents loom. Good looking in its own right this is a great desk accessory.
Cost : £ 29

Shoe Last Loo Roll Holder Here is a novel way 2 hold loo rolls 4 the bathroom! A faux antique shoe last, well crafted from patinated timber with the spring mechanism 2 replicate the action of the ankle. We fight back constantly against pale plastic bathroom accessories and this whimsical item is fun and decorative.
Cost : £ 39

Iona Needlepoint Footstool Take the weight off your feet with this pretty footstool. Covered in blue and white wool tapestry, this is a gem 4 a bedroom or sunny sitting room. We have chosen this 4 you because it is a trifle taller than normal thus increasing the benefit 2 your circulation in the ankles and lower legs.
Cost : £ 175

Brass Swing Mirror This elegant architecturally inspired mirror is the perfect addition 2 a downstairs loo, bedroom or bathroom. Versatile enough 2 be incorporated as an accent piece on a dressing table it is a simply charming mirror.
Cost : £ 115

Faberge Style Pendant - Purple 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 4 the Czar of Russia and his family this is a beautiful and unusual piece which is brought 2 you from workshops in America.
Cost : £ 35

Silver and Crystal Butterfly Brooch Pin this glorious butterfly 2 your jacket and see what a stunning piece it is! Made from hallmarked silver and marcasite, with two amethysts cut and set into the body, with pink and purple enamelled lacy wings spread wide, this is a ravishing design which will draw all eyes. It is heavy in the hand and is obviously a quality item.
Cost : £ 84

Lilies of the Valley Hairslide Romance and glamour are on the way back, just wait this winter will see a return 2 proper posh frocks! What can you wear in your hair when out on the town? This glorious hairslide is the answer, daintily decorated with lily of the valley, what could be more glam...
Cost : £ 49

Odette Table Lamp Dazzling detail sets this table lamp apart from the rest! Gilded and moulded, the handsome stem leads up into a shaped glass collar topped with a floral roundel. The sexy silk style shade is trimmed with beaded fringing and the overall effect is one of luxury and style.
Cost : £ 165

Elegant Bookshelf At last a bookshelf with good space which does not look like a charity sale offer. Well proportioned and nicely coloured in mahogany veneers, this pretty item is ideal 4 a bedroom or landing and will accommodate all your favourite tomes.
Cost : £ 405

Gilded Wrought Iron Fire Guard A thoroughly sensible cast iron black and gilt fireguard. This is a heavy piece which will serve you well 4 years. Finely scrolled with three panels it is a traditional type and very handsome.
Cost : £ 159

Jute and Metal Drinks Trolley This handy circular drinks trolley will look just perfect on the terrace in the summer. Small enough 2 fit out of sight when not needed, this rolls into view at a party and holds six bottles and glasses in style.
Cost : £ 95

"A woman's Place is at the Bridge Table" Cushion This cushion seems 2 state the obvious, carefully leaving out the obvious objections, such as who is going 2 cook the dinner and walk the dog. Comfortable 4 the back, this makes a great gift.
Cost : £ 29

Angelo Hanging Chandelier 4 your conservatory or terrace this is a very attractive cast metal chandelier. Painted in rustic cream, it has huge visual appeal and looks equally good in a formal dining room. 4 natural candles only.
Cost : £ 149

Hand Made Acorn Earrings 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 2 us and will cause a stir wherever you go.
Cost : £ 65

Xmas Silk Thread Blue Linnet This superbly embroidered linnet is a perfect foil 4 his friends the robin and the finch. All are made from silk and will shine brightly against your tree's foliage.
Cost : £ 11

Mahogany Side Table This attractive mahogany table with magazine storage below will prove its worth in no time at all. In the first instance it looks elegant with the gently shaped end splats and turned spindles. Secondly this is a really practical item with ample room 4 a selection of magazines and newspapers beneath the table top. Try it at the end of a sofa and you will love the way it looks!
Cost : £ 115

Embroidered Evening Bag Go out on the town carrying your plastic and specs in this ravishing embroidered clutch bag. Tiny beads all sewn on by hand bring an extra sparkle, the bag has a magnetic closure is fully lined with satin and has an interior zipped pocket.
Cost : £ 23

Burr Walnut Lazy Susan You may never have 2 pass the jam again with this elegantly revolving burr veneered Lazy Susan 4 the centre of your table. Generously proportioned, it will hold all sauces and condiments within easy reach and will prevent the gap in an interesting conversation caused by someone saying “please pass the sauce”. The circular tray is raised on a metal ring with padded feet which allows the tray 2 revolve without damaging your table.
Cost : £ 199

Silver Plated Syphon Holder Originally designed 4 a soda syphon, this superb holder makes even a plastic bottle of water look grand. Seriously, water bottles on the dining table are always a difficult issue and this smart silver plated holder solves the problem at a stroke. Not suitable 4 dishwashers, treat as silver and use a silver cloth.
Cost : £ 69

Pearl and Hematite Bracelet Wear this sunny coloured expanding bracelet, confident that your aching hands may well benefit from the hematite beads in this design. This mineral which occurs naturally has been proven 2 have magnetic qualities which increase blood flow 2 joints.
Cost : £ 28

Cake Forks set Do the decent thing by your gateau and make use of these very smart silver plated cake forks with the accompanying slice. Ideal 4 summer fruit tarts or naughty cheesecakes, this is a practical and good looking set.REDUCED PRICE: Was £24 - Now £16
Cost : £ 16

Pair Of Silver Plated Jam Spoon Glamorous additions 2 your sideboard, and practical 2 boot! These traditional silver plated and gilt spoons have been given as anniversary and wedding presents since Victorian times and with good reason. The raised decoration of berries and leaves signal growth and fertility and the gilding protects the plate from acid in fruit. Both 4 jam and 4 serving summer berry desserts, these spoons are ideal.
Cost : £ 29

Three Tall Flower Bed Bird Feeders A pack of three tall bird feeders 2 place in your border is just the best idea 2 catch the eye of little birds who otherwise might excavate your seed bed! Made from gourds filled with irresistible goodies, these appeal 2 all varieties of bird. Attractive colours and a companion set XWJ149 make these three versatile and accessible 4 all gardens.
Cost : £ 18

Card Table Cloth 4 any keen bridge players amongst you… this is the last word in card tablecloths! So smart that you will want 2 keep it on view all the time, this is generously sized and made from 100% cotton weave.
Cost : £ 99

Picnic Essentials Carrier Ready 4 you 2 cut a baguette or slice a lemon, this neat bottle holder has a side pocket which zips up and contains, knives and wooden chopping board and plates. Open the Beaujolais, slice the salami and have a lovely day!
Cost : £ 21

Topiary Tree Small We went mad about these when we saw them! A wonderful pair of rusted finish topiary trees made from steel which will do wonders 4 a dull corner of your garden or a blank wall. Good fun, easily moveable and very eye catching.
Cost : £ 75

Flowering Leeks Watering Can So beautiful that you could not contemplate leaving this in the flower vase cupboard when not in use! An elegant cream enamelled metal can with a delicate design of botanical specimens. Perfect 4 getting in between tight stems of flower arrangemnts and light enough 2 be easily controllable. A great object 4 the keen florist.
Cost : £ 51

Burghley Wine Glasses-Water set 6 Lord Exeter commissioned a large set of hand made glasses 2 grace the banquet table at Burghley 4 the visit of Queen Victoria. The glasses are designed 4 the wine enthusiast with fine rims, wide but curved bowls and a marvellous ripple in the design. We offer you four sizes and they come in boxes of six.
Cost : £ 43

Ruby Pendant with Silver Chain Set with genuine square rubies within white gold shaped borders, this suite of pendant and earrings makes a stunning impact! 4 the plainest of tops or dresses, all you need 4 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: 4 health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnable
Cost : £ 225

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

Fox Hounds Drinks Tray A small drinks tray and matching coasters have been handmade in Florence 4 us. Perfect 2 go beside a bed 4 water or beside the sofa 4 something stronger, they are decorated with poignant images of fox hounds in their kennel.
Cost : £ 49

George III Style Log Bucket This superb rendition of a George 3rd mahogany brass lined bucket caught our eye the moment we saw it! The close grained timber is carved with an elegant spiral design and the fitments are all of solid brass. Buckets such as this were popular in great Irish houses 2 hold peat 4 fires, they are excellent nowadays 4 logs. Others were made without liners and with an aperture at the side 2 carry dinner plates between the kitchen and the dining room. This example is a serious hand made recreation of a valuable antique and in its turn will appreciate in value and will bring stature 2 your fireplace.
Cost : £ 550

Faux Leather Book Coasters Four neat leather look drinks coasters stylishly stored within the covers of a faux book are extremely useful 2 stop those rings appearing on polished surfaces. These will protect the desk from the mid morning coffee risk and come in handy 4 the twilight tincture, altogether irresistible.
Cost : £ 49

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 4 you! An excellent and generously sized addition 4 your collection.
Cost : £ 189

Glass Beaded Butterflies Set Tiny glass beaded butterflies skim the needles on your tree looking 4 all the world as though they had just flown in from exotic shores! Brilliant colours and delicate hand work distinguish these charmers from run-of-the mill offerings.
Cost : £ 31

20 Assorted Replacement Candles Amusing and regal silver plated birthday cake candle holders. Much appreciated by those of us who cannot easily be bought off with a badge saying “I am *** today!”
Cost : £ 10

Pair of Cherub Candlesticks Crackled decorative china forms the base and bowl of these bronze cherub candlesticks. Fine casting of the bronze base makes these stand out from the crowd, anyone who is a lover of cherubs will go mad 4 these fellows!
Cost : £ 79

Bedside Water Jug/Glass With the glass fitting neatly within the glass carafe, this is a wizard addition 2 the bedside table. No more plastic water bottles, what a relief! The Jug will comfortably hold one pint.
Cost : £ 54

Pheasant Tray Here is a superb small drinks or bedside tray and matching set of coasters. Both items sport a handsome pheasant design and are colourful and resistant 2 liquid spills.
Cost : £ 45

Mantel Clock Curl mahogany and hand cut inlay, gilded brass mounts and hand engraved dial, lion mask handles and one of the most experienced clock makers in England, all combine 2 bring you this exceptional Millennium celebration timepiece with presentation brass plaque which we will engrave specially 4 you. Superb quality clocks such as this are seldom offered by mail order, indeed these precious examples of the clockmaker’s art are created by craftsmen in a limited edition of two hundred and fifty in order 2 enhance the appeal of each individual clock. These are true heirlooms of the future.
Cost : £ 495

Aussie Waxed Hat - Small We have all seen them but they can prove elusive in the shops. A good Aussie waxed green hat that will protect you in all sorts of weather and look pretty smart in Sainsbury’s.
Cost : £ 21

Pair of Silver Plated Berry spoons Glamorous additions 2 your sideboard, and practical 2 boot! These traditional silver plated and gilt spoons have been given as anniversary and wedding presents since Victorian times and with good reason. The raised decoration of berries and leaves signal growth and fertility and the gilding protects the plate from acid in fruit. Both 4 jam and 4 serving summer berry desserts, these spoons are ideal.
Cost : £ 49

Two Large Potted Phalaenopsis Following the success of our gorgeous faux orchids last year we are pleased 2 present 2 you our selection 4 this Christmas season. An excellent pair of delicate flowered plants, so realistic you cannot believe they are not natural. Ideal 4 a hall or passageway, just try 2 keep a straight face when you are praised 4 your growing skills by visitors!
Cost : £ 75

Jack Russell Dog Tapestry' Cushion Another wonderful lampasso cushion 2 add 2 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

Limoges Chicken's Box Two cheery chickens rule the roost in this cute Limoges box. Brightly coloured and with a little chick pictured inside.
Cost : £ 95

Pair of Chinese Dog Bookends No one could resist these cute ceramic Chinese dog bookends with their ludicrous expressions! They command your attention and fulfil a useful function at the same time. They also make great mantelpiece decoration and bring a smile 2 the faces of visitors.
Cost : £ 69

Art Noveau Bronze An attractive art nouveau inspired sculpture in bronze of a romantic long haired girl which will give you endless pleasure on your desk if used as a paperweight or catch everyone's eye on a wall bracket or table.
Cost : £ 68

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

Pair of Elephant Lamps Complete with Dupion Shades Two very smart pillar lamps and shades. Both featuring an elephant as the finial. The columns are crackled and the superb dupion shades are made in the shape of temples and are garnished with crystal drops. These are fantastically elegant and would look stunning on either side of a leather covered sofa, or on each side of a fireplace.
Cost : £ 245

Ice Cane Attachment Don't risk a nasty fall on the ice; use this excellent attachment on your walking stick 4 that extra confidence in bad weather. Very easy 2 fit, it will give you added stability.
Cost : £ 10

Caramel Faux Suede Cushion Three supremely elegant cushions 2 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

Back Cushion If like me you suffer from a dodgy back, particularly when sitting in the car 4 long distances, this may well turn out 2 be the best thing you have bought yourself 4 ages. Made from warm natural sheeps fleece, jointed in three pieces so that it curves around you and backed with tartan wipeable fabric, this is a really good idea. Warmth helps 2 stop muscles tightening and it is a comfort in many of the modern chairs that seem 2 be shaped 4 aliens, this is a welcome practical addition 2 everyday living.
Cost : £ 26

Mahogany Half Round Table What a little sweetie 2 go under a mirror or on a stairway where there is limited room 4 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

Limoges Wedding Cake Box Weddings are always times of great joy and what could be a better reminder of a special day than this tiny wedding cake with a dove and gold heart chain inside. This is a numbered limited edition box.
Cost : £ 99

Florence Silk Curtains Sumptuous embroidered silk is used 4 these glamorous and luxuriant curtains. The softest green silk background is enhanced with contrasting rich gold, blue and cream embroidery. No effort has been spared by the manufacturers 2 ensure a very high quality product and we are proud 2 bring you these lovely curtains. Fully Interlined with weighted hems.
Cost : £ 295

Versatile Storage Basket A positively handy basket, good 4 storing magazines as in the picture, also excellent 4 carrying wine from the cellar or out 4 a picnic due 2 its very strong construction. Keep the shoe cleaning kit in it or use it 4 garden tools. This is a versatile basket with a dozen uses.
Cost : £ 25

Jet and 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 2 choose 2 wear the necklaces long or doubled. Very versatile!
Cost : £ 29

Croft Runner - medium Try this classic and hard wearing runner in your hallway. Made from coir fibre this will take a lot of traffic and still look good with considerable style which is comfortable anywhere. Available in two lengths.
Cost : £ 26

Akan Earrings African origins shaped this absolutely fantastic necklace and earrings. Carefully worked surfaces on the gold plating ensure that the rich expensive matt finish looks miles better than other jewellery in this price range. The ceramic beads are beautifully set off by the metal and the entire effect is outstanding. Please note: 4 health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnable.
Cost : £ 21

Atlantis World Globe See the world at a glance with this superb replica of an antique library globe. Raised on a decorative brass finish dolphin stand with solid brass mounts and on a ceramic base, this is so elegant and will form a focal point in your living room. The globe shows over four thousand place names and even has faint moulded relief over the mountain ranges. The cartography is bang up 2 date and the contrast of this and the wonderful muted parchment colouring makes this globe very special.
Cost : £ 135

Three Mushroom Pate Dishes Fine ceramic butter dishes and pate dishes, both carefully painted with charming mushrooms and with animal head finials on the dishes. These sets of three mean that each guest can have their own helping of butter and pate, saving all that passing round that can disrupt conversation.
Cost : £ 22

Silver and Mop letter opener Refillable Silver BallpointPenSubtle, neatly made and something that will become an indispensable part of your handbag! This silver ballpoint pen is a sturdy and useful item, perfect 4 a lady or a man and being of such heavy silver you miss it when it is not around. It takes a standard refill too!Silver and Mop letter openerYou might as well enjoy opening letters from your bank, even if the contents are not up 2 much. This delightfully styled silver hall marked letter opener is an elegant reminder of how breakfast used 2 be in the great houses, the post delivered on a silver tray, a butler discreetly preferring such a letter opener 2 his employer. Kedgeree anyone?
Cost : £ 59

Mosaic Bistro Set Life can be fun and it can be full of colour and your patio needs these jolly items 2 cheer you up! A table and two chairs, and 4 even greater effect a mirror 4 the pool changing room perhaps, or a tray (discontinued) 4 the odd glass of wine. Such fun, so nicely made by hand, using pretty ceramic tiles set into plaster supported with cream painted metal. These would also delight a young girl in her bedroom or create a happy mood in the bathroom, the choice is yours.Mosaic Tray now discontinued
Cost : £ 345

Cream Rustic Fleur de Lys Rug A hard wearing and good looking rug 4 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

Sewing Cushion 4 someone who loves 2 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

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 4 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

Heraldic Banner + Hanging Rod This stylish heraldic banner comes with a free brass pole. What a stylish item 2 hang on your wall and what lovely warm colours 4 the winter season. Made from a cotton and acrylic mix.
Cost : £ 79

Queen Anne Style Dining Chair Copied imaginatively from a Queen Anne example at Burghley, this is the most stupendous chair. The frame of glowing lustrous mahogany is set off 2 perfection by glorious crewel work mounted over plump upholstery. The important thing about a chair, whether intended 4 dining or not, is that it should be sturdy enough 2 take a large person in comfort. This depends on the quality of the upholstery and the rake of the seat and this chair excels in both respects 2 such an extent that we are trading in our dining chairs 4 these superb examples of handmade modern furniture.
Cost : £ 495

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 2 us and will cause a stir wherever you go.
Cost : £ 169

Autumn Leaves Rug Bordered with autumn leaves this very attractive natural jute rug is so perfect 4 this time of the year. The subtle colours of red and green and tan fit in with all colour schemes and this will turn out 2 be the best of buys!
Cost : £ 65

Silver Colonial Wall Clock A funky wall clock in a choice of two colour ways, black with gold accents and silver with gold. Made from mdf with a battery movement, these are eye-catching accessories 4 your wall and an alternative 2 veneered wood.
Cost : £ 135

Pink Leather Laptop Case House your laptop in the luxury it deserves within this ice blue or rose pink leather carrying case. There is no reason on earth why all electronics have 2 be black or porridge coloured, and equally no reason why cases should look industrial. Bring style 2 the office and set a trend!
Cost : £ 105

Happiness is Being Loved by a Labrador' Cushion The devotion of a Labrador 2 its master or mistress is without question and this excellent cushion will ram home 2 friends and family that fond as you are of them, they trail in a poor second compared 2 the love you have 4 that slightly overweight, tail thumping creature between you and the Aga!
Cost : £ 45

Grapes Wine Collar Stopper No more drips when pouring the wine and remind yourself of the purchase of that cheeky little red by displaying the cork. It is so exciting 2 find a wine that tastes way better than the price tag why not share your triumph with your friends!
Cost : £ 13

Roman Urn Table Lamp Quality like this does not come along often, this turned and veneered lamp is a star 4 an office or desk environment and also looks good in a room with books. The world seems 2 be full of pale coloured lamp bases and it is a relief 2 find a design that is a little more masculine. Shade not included.
Cost : £ 150

Set of Six Slate Plant Markers Made in her spare time by a talented young chef from a nearby village, these superbly crafted slate markers are exactly what we all need 4 our gardens. Stylishly packaged with a white pencil, you simply write the name of the plants on the marker and insert them into the ground. A great gift 4 a keen gardener.
Cost : £ 25

Limoges Floral Egg Scattered violets on a green and white ground form a tribute 2 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

Backgammon Set The game of games according 2 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 2 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

Antique Cream Folding Screen Add an air of mystery 2 a bedroom with this pretty French pierced metal screen. It is also perfect 4 disguising the cooking end of the kitchen and 4 camouflaging the washing machine when you are attempting a sophisticated dining experience. Apart from the fact that it calls out 4 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 4 which it was originally designed).
Cost : £ 125

Set of Three Silver Tree Decorations See these silver plated tree decorations hang gaily from the branches reflecting light from the blazing fire. Watch as the dark green branches come alive with the wonderful Yuletide shapes. Everything you could wish for, angel, wreath, and a reindeer. They are all there, crafted from heavy gauge metal with a luxurious coating of silver.
Cost : £ 25

Biscuit 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 2 use as stoles over summer frocks and soft enough 2 use as a draught preventer around your neck. Choose from old rose and biscuit.
Cost : £ 59

Wheatsheaf Doorstop An elegant classical doorstop, weighing over 4lbs. Cast from the 18th century original at Burghley House in the form of a wheatsheaf, which is part of the Cecil crest. Every home has a troublesome door that won’t close, or swings shut just as you need 2 go through with an armful of washing or a tray of glasses! If there were such a thing as a well-dressed door this would be the ‘Givenchy’ of door furniture.
Cost : £ 45

Round Enamelled Mirror A pretty small dressing table mirror that is decorated with a painted floral design making it a focal point 4 your bedroom.
Cost : £ 52

Pierced Silver Oval Tray Traditional and elegant, these two words sum up this lovely pierced tray. Just gorgeous 4 serving drinks and a lovely after dinner coffee tray, and what tremendous value! Silver plated metal.Not suitable 4 dishwashers, treat as silver and use a silver cloth.
Cost : £ 25

Scarlet Leather Document case Transport your papers in style with this excellently priced real leather carrying case. Documents need careful storage and nothing could be more indulgent than this classy scarlet case with gilt lock and handle rings.
Cost : £ 105

Pair of Garden Wall Plaques Available as a pair or singly, this dazzling pair of plaques are superb eye catching accessories 4 a boring bit of wall. If you are short of a good view out of your window, these plaques can bring enormous interest. They are well cast in faux lead, very light 2 handle and easily moved. Try growing a rose or clematis around them and see how great they look. No fixings required other than a nail in the wall.
Cost : £ 65

Limoges Musical Egg Handmade in Limoges, this charming musical egg is a spring gift 2 please any country lover. The egg is skilfully painted with dragonflies and leaves against a mottled blue ground. Inside, a delicate bronzed jewelled butterfly can be rotated 2 start playing the Blue Danube.
Cost : £ 139

Luxury Faux Fur Black Stole Now you can re invent yourself in the mould of such great stars and screen idols as Hedy Lamarr and Marilyn Monroe! Sweep down stairs and into the restaurant, watch heads turn and enjoy your moment in the spot light. Apart from dreaming…this is a practical cover up 4 an evening dress being made from faux fur and lined with satin. Choose between deepest black and white, Enjoy!
Cost : £ 39

Luis Masriera Frosted Enamelled Brooch There are fairies and fairies…this is one of the most refined and beautifully hand crafted examples using ancient techniques with enamel on silver. The wings and clothing of this elegant figure are created using a skill called frosted and champleve enamelling . Difficult 2 do but hugely effective, this skill was at its height during the art nouveau period which is where this design originated. Champleve means literally raised field which is where the enamel rises above the silver setting.
Cost : £ 159

Limoges Watering Can Treat the gardener in your family 2 a fine Limoges porcelain box they can treasure 4 ever. This watering can encloses a small green frog and fastens with a gilded floral clasp.
Cost : £ 125

Art Nouveau Pendant & Earrings Set Encapsulating all the romance of the art nouveau period, this elegant necklace and earring set is without parallel. A die struck image from 1903 encases an oval jet cabochon, whilst the hair of the figure is enhanced with cornelian stones. Superbly handled teal coloured lacquer adds 2 the vintage appearance of this set and the effect is one of grand style and enormous presence.Please note: 4 health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnable
Cost : £ 135

Crystal Inkwell A superbly heavy crystal inkwell in a traditional Georgian shape 4 your desk. This is also useful as a paperweight and will please you every time you see it 4 its quality and the clarity of the crystal.
Cost : £ 39

Limoges Milk Churn Bring a smile 2 your porcelain shelf with this charming little Limoges milk churn and attendant pussy cat. Inside the churn is a tiny bottle of milk. Realistically painted and with great attention 2 detail, this will make a lovely gift.
Cost : £ 105

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 4 winter afternoons watching sport on the television. The set comprises 1 pint teapot, half pint jug, sugar bowl, cup and saucer.
Cost : £ 29

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 2 flatter any room. Unique 2 Ancestral Collections. Cotton, polyester and viscose mix.Narnia Floral StoolHow stylish is this? An extremely smart stool 2 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 2 find a home in your sitting room. Cotton, polyester and viscose mix.
Cost : £ 375

Elegant Butter Dish Elegant Butter DishThis is a very classy item! A silver plated butter dish with a detachable glass liner and with a decorative berry finial. Even Anchor will look the business housed inside this.Not suitable 4 dishwashers, treat as silver and use a silver cloth.Double Jam PotReady 4 your seasonal berries this rather smart double jam pot set complete with spoons and washable liners, is excellent 4 the breakfast table. Smart little ball feet and wooden faux bamboo handles make it very stylish.Not suitable 4 dishwashers, treat as silver and use a silver cloth.
Cost : £ 28

Nothing Works in an Old House Cushion How true, how true! As we wander the corridors in our winceyette nightwear, eyeing the ceiling with the ominous bulge at eleven at night, falling asleep lulled by the pizzicato of drips from the roof falling into the cracked po, grinding our worn down molars at the refusal of the antiquated boiler 2 produce heat, we can at least raise a smile at this cushion, cheer ourselves up and think of the people we can give one to!
Cost : £ 39

Green and Blue Crystal Evening Hair Clip This is a real bobby dazzler of a hair clip. In iridescent greens and blues this looks fantastic on any coloured hair.
Cost : £ 69

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 4 the comfy chairs? Here is a funny cushion 2 remind you of your own shopping sprees or 2 nudge a friend into admitting theirs!
Cost : £ 32

Swarovski Heart Handbag Mirror This is a handbag mirror 2 treasure, whether or not your heart is swamped by uncontrollable passion on February 14th. A neat satin finish case, centred by a Swarovski heart and slender enough 2 fit the tiniest evening purse.
Cost : £ 25

Kensington Station Clock Reminiscent of an old fashioned station clock, small enough 2 fit a patio wall and give you not only the time but a visual treat as well. 2AA batteries required. (not supplied)
Cost : £ 25

Clear 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 4 the most discerning collector. It is also available with rose and ice blue crystals bringing 2 your table a style both elegant in the extreme and a look that complements antique decor. We do not advise machine washing 4 these delicate pieces.
Cost : £ 35

Silver Plated Sauce Spoon An elegant silver plated sauce ladle which is the right size 4 a sauceboat or bowl. Simple, practical and a good price.
Cost : £ 10

Set of Three Boiled Egg Keepers Fishing your boiled egg from a pan of boiling water can be a risky business, why not provide each member of the family with one of these amusing scoops so they can extract their own egg in safety, sold in a set of three.
Cost : £ 21

Set of Six Potted Cacti A superb garnish 4 your windowsill! Anyone who is fundamentally not a gardener by nature can rest assured that the kitchen or bathroom will always look loved and cared 4 with these amazing faux cacti. Even when you touch them the succulent leaves appear real and the soft muted pinks and greens and white gravel make a lovely picture.
Cost : £ 41

Lily 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

Oval Gallery Table This is a most beautifully made small table. Inspired by French salon furniture of the 19th century. A hand made brass gallery runs around the top, and the delicate feet are also enhanced with decorative brass mounts. The table is made from solid beautifully figured walnut, there is a small drawer fitted into the top and a further full sized shelf beneath. It is hard 2 find furniture and difficult 2 buy it, and this extremely pretty and useful table answers so many requirements, a perfect lamp table 2 flank a sofa, an ideal item 2 display porcelain or hold a glass. This piece is destined 2 become a treasured family heirloom.
Cost : £ 445

"The Rooster May Crow…" Cushion Sad really that we felt we had 2 buy this but it did make us laugh! We thought you needed a bit of a smile too and once it is sitting happily on your sofa your friends will enjoy it just as much! Filled as always with a feather pad which is removable 4 cleaning.
Cost : £ 35

Set of Three Ceramic Yellow Chicken If you need a lift first thing in the morning when you go into the kitchen 2 make breakfast, try looking at these three and not smiling! Ludicrous and irresistible they are pottery charmers and you need them… Now!
Cost : £ 45

Jade and Pearl Necklace Carved jade beads set amongst fresh water pearls create a thoroughly rich and rare set of earrings and necklace. Perfect 4 evenings at any time these pieces look stunning teamed with a slight tan and a pretty frock. Please note: 4 health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnable
Cost : £ 60

Engraved Scalloped Tray Perfect 4 cocktails or coffee, this scalloped tray with the nicely engraved crest is one of the prettiest we have seen. Based on an historical example from colonial America, this silver plated tray will earn its keep and make you wonder what you did without it!
Cost : £ 79

Acorn Picture Hook Bee Picture HookHang your favourite pictures and photographs from our buzzy summer bee hook. Charmingly presented in gilt brass this is a winner!Acorn Picture HookThis delightful little gilded brass hook is so suitable 4 small paintings, miniatures or photographs and delights the eye when on the wall.
Cost : £ 25

Cognac Warmer Warm up the Christmas tipple with this traditional brandy warmer and glass. Experiments with a match and a tablespoon are not 2 be encouraged when planning the essential bathing of the pudding, far better 2 pinch a drop from Dad's glass which will be the optimum temperature 4 him and the pudding!
Cost : £ 25

Green Flower Hematite Bracelet A colourful mixture of hematite beads with magnetic properties, and enamels. Flowers and iridescence combine 2 lift this bracelet into the glamour range. Elasticated 2 fit most wrist sizes.
Cost : £ 18

Burghley Tassel Doorstop This is a true Burghley beauty, one of the first items we reproduced when Ancestral Collections started, we have reintroduced this superb doorstop due 2 demand and the discovery of a new supplier. Very well cast by hand in solid weighty brass.
Cost : £ 43

Netsuke Puppies Often seen on the Antiques Roadshow, netsuke are miniature carved figures, used in olden times as toggles on traditional costumes in Japan. We found a craftsman sitting in front of his house in China, carving these superlative pieces by hand with boundless patience and unbelievable skill. Made from calamander wood, these enchanting creations make wonderful collectibles 4 your shelf. Out of this hard timber comes a rabbit, two tiny puppies playing and two exotic birds on a tree stump. In keeping with custom, each little treasure is drilled with two holes, which provided the fastening 4 the cord in olden times. Because each is individually carved 4 you, no two are exactly alike and therefore are unique. Each comes in a spectacular gift box.
Cost : £ 32

Porcelain Rooster Orchestra Have a good laugh at these cheeky chickens playing in their group! If you fell 4 the frog band in our last issue then you will like these too. Colourful roosters play instruments with grand abandon particularly the harpist…
Cost : £ 45

Emerald and White Gold Bug Pin This handsome fellow will look fantastic pinned 2 a jacket, or even a hat! He is made from white 18carat gold and real emeralds. Precious jewels are the most wonderful gift at any time of year, but Christmas is special and so we chose this unusual and very decorative bug 4 you 2 give as an original and unique present.
Cost : £ 275

Faux Mink Gilet - Medium 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

Xmas Silk Thread Robin This superbly embroidered linnet is a perfect foil 4 his friends the robin and the finch. All are made from silk and will shine brightly against your tree's foliage.
Cost : £ 11

Folding Seat Pad (Green Tartan PVC) Yes Please! A carryable waterproofed sheepskin seat pad 4 those endless hours spent watching children and grandchildren playing sports, 4 hours spent sketching out of doors, 4 hours sitting on agonising theatre and cinema seats here is the ultimate comfort zone. Wagner devotees this may change your lives, the Ring holds no threat when armed with this neat and tidy cushion, try it and be converted !
Cost : £ 25

Pheasant Tea Time China - Sugar Bowl 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 4 winter afternoons watching sport on the television. The set comprises 1 pint teapot, half pint jug, sugar bowl, cup and saucer.
Cost : £ 25

Jade Pendant On Silver Chain 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 4 the summer. Add style and glamour 2 your jewellery with the dazzling pierced bracelet, flattering 4 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 4 someone special. Please note: 4 health and hygiene reasons earrings are non-returnableOnyx Pendant now discontinued
Cost : £ 59

Vine Gardening Tool Apron Vine Gardening GauntletsTogether with its dashing garden tool belt, this pair of superb cotton and soft leather gauntlets make a stunning duo. The gauntlets will defend you against the inevitable injuries 2 be come by when clearing borders and shrubberies and the tool belt with its snazzy pocket and suede trim will hold all the necessary implements you will require.Vine Gardening Tool ApronYou may have heard the expression "To tool up"! Wearing this in your garden you definitely qualify 4 this description. Not a 45 calibre Colt automatic, but a pair of secateurs, a pruning knife, various bits of string and a half eaten KitKat and away you go on a mission 2 clear up the border! Wonderful suede and sturdy tapestry make a great team!
Cost : £ 54

Bronze "Taking a Break" The bond between sportsman and dog is illustrated here so well by a very skilled sculptor. Bronze lends itself 2 the nuances of light and texture which are required 2 do a good job of representing a man and his dog. This is a scene that could be taking place hundreds of times in many different parts of the country throughout the winter months. Let us hope it doesn't vanish in our lifetime.
Cost : £ 135

Limoges Victorian Style Tent Enjoy all the fun of the circus as it was years ago with this charming porcelain Big Top. Limoges artists can make a box out of almost anything and their imagery is brilliant.
Cost : £ 109

Cashmere Dotchka Shawl Inspired by an antique Russian example, this 100% wool shawl is woven by a small family business in Kashmir where many fine fabrics are made. Soft pinks and mauves predominate in the pattern based on the boteh, a traditional design found in many countries along the ancient silk route between the west and China.
Cost : £ 159

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 4 the relaxed cashmere look and equally stunning worn with a more formal outfit in the evening. 4 those of us not in the first flush of youth they are invaluable 2 hide the odd line which has crept in unawares...
Cost : £ 132

Faux Lead Planter - Regency Design (discontinued) A superb choice of fibreglass square planters in three different attractive designs. Whether you veer towards the art nouveau look (poppies) or feel comfortable with the Regency or Griffin approach, you can be confident that each of these is good looking, easy 2 pick up and carry and amazingly like the lead they are reproducing.Regency planter now discontinued
Cost : £ 105

Set of 4 Elegant Egg Cups with Warmers Never has a boiled egg had a greater send-off! Tall egg cups in sweeping white porcelain are topped by chic embroidered white cotton egg cosies in the shape of chickens. 4 a true designer breakfast table these are I'm afraid essential pieces of equipment. All you have 2 do now, is dress up 2 match!
Cost : £ 29

Hen and Chicken Cushion 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 : £ 37

Dog Cameo Pill Box Tuck your sweeteners away in this delectable silver and painted enamel box. With two English pointers well portrayed on the lid this is a charming box 4 your coffee tray and will make a wonderful gift.
Cost : £ 45

Red Leather Mobile Phone Holder Carry your phone in style! French in design and manufacture and so smart, this phone holder means you can access the beastly thing easily and not suffer the indignity of a ringing handbag. Made from real leather.
Cost : £ 35

Bronze Pheasant on marble base As a centrepiece 4 a hall table or a mantlepiece, this superb model of a jaunty cock pheasant will fit the bill nicely. He has an air of total confidence about him and with his ears pricked and tail up looks 4 all the world as though he is about 2 stride off accross the table! A weighty piece it is made from solid bronze and stands on a black marble base.
Cost : £ 185

Ceramic Nibbles Dishes On Tray A charming set of brightly coloured ceramic dishes on a tray 4 the serving of tidbits before meals. Perfect 4 olives or nuts and of course 4 dips as well. Ideal 4 alfresco entertaining or supper indoors, a really versatile and well priced set.
Cost : £ 39

Versatile Green Wool and Silk Scarf A very sophisticated green wool and silk scarf. Sublime with a black jacket and a very good colour 4 spring. There is a lot of detail woven into this scarf and it is a million miles from what you might find in the High Street.
Cost : £ 59

Wall Hanging Wirework Planter 4 any seasonal planting this wirework plant container makes a lovely setting. Easily suspended on any handy nail or screw this can hold moss and plants such as trailing begonias or simply act as a receptacle 4 a couple of flower pots. A very useful and decorative item.
Cost : £ 31

Six Replacement Soaps Classic fine guest soaps from Moyses Stevens come presented in a superb new blue and white lidded porcelain box. This on its own makes a great present but with the soaps included it is really a fantastic gift. Just the thing 4 the spare bathroom!
Cost : £ 12

Tulip Cushion A floral trio of superb cushions 2 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.
Cost : £ 36

Set of Four Scented Cotton Hearts A Valentine's gift 4 your undies drawer! Four little lavender scented cotton heart sachets are all you need 4 a fresh summer aroma 2 permeate your frillies. A lovely gift 4 a friend.
Cost : £ 15

Set of Two Lace Coat Hangers 4 a bride 2 hang her wedding gown or her mother 2 hang the peacock blue two piece, this is a pretty and romantic pair of lace covered hangers with a matching scented sachet. Not of course limited 2 marital goings on, these hangers are ideal 4 delicate blouses and evening wear and add pzazz 2 the wardrobe.
Cost : £ 25

Burghley Wine Glasses-Sherry set 6 Lord Exeter commissioned a large set of hand made glasses 2 grace the banquet table at Burghley 4 the visit of Queen Victoria. The glasses are designed 4 the wine enthusiast with fine rims, wide but curved bowls and a marvellous ripple in the design. We offer you four sizes and they come in boxes of six.
Cost : £ 37

Elegant Tealight Holder Brighten up a dull garden wall with this elegant circular tealight holder made from robust scrolling iron. The effect in the dark or at dusk is stunning and this is a feature that will endure 4 years, never losing its appeal.
Cost : £ 32

Blue and White Rectangular Soap Box Classic fine guest soaps from Moyses Stevens come presented in a superb new blue and white lidded porcelain box. This on its own makes a great present but with the soaps included it is really a fantastic gift. Just the thing 4 the spare bathroom!
Cost : £ 32

Mahogany Shoe Caddy Chest Have you ever thought of keeping your shoes in a chest of drawers? No? Well look at this stupendous item of furniture. Made from mahogany, this is a shoe caddy chest. The top "drawer" tilts forward and there is a capacious storage space 4 all your shoes. This piece of furniture is well made and a lovely colour and unbelievably useful.
Cost : £ 625

Taupe Alpaca Cobweb Wrap A choice of two sophisticated colours in warmest softest cobweb alpaca. Taupe and cream scarves which are long and luxurious, light 2 wear and absolutely draught proof 4 chilly days and nights. Choose whichever colour you need 2 go with your favourite outfit and glow!
Cost : £ 65

Red Leather Pouffe Rest your weary legs on this real leather pouffe . Made specifically 4 us in a choice of burgundy or racing Bentley green, this adds seating 2 your sitting room and provides comfort at the end of a long day.
Cost : £ 167

Faux Leopard Gilet - Medium 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

Christmas Tree Stocking Hook At last! Someone has come up with a really practical idea! Stocking hooks 2 suspend the hopeful stocking from the mantelpiece. It saves no end of bother with tacks and hammers and so on, made from silver plated metal it will become an essential part of your Christmas, wait and see!
Cost : £ 35

Pair of Spaniels What a delightful pair of appealing spaniels. Two devoted cockers lean one on the other in a typically sloppy pose. I have owned spaniels all my life, one is under my desk as I write and no love in the world equals that of a spaniel 4 its master. These two are made from bronzed resin and will make you smile every time you see them on your desk.
Cost : £ 35

Mother of Pearl and Sterling Silver Cheese Set 4 the cheese lovers amongst you, enjoy this stylish and well presented mother of pearl handled and sterling silver cheese set. It is so satisfactory 2 finish a meal with an elegant selection of cheeses, now you have the wherewithal 2 make a real impact.
Cost : £ 79

Pair of Romantic Oval Plaques Two romantic oval plaques 4 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 2 your décor.
Cost : £ 129

Faux Leather Bucket Waste Bin This wonderful leather look waste bin is lined with a waterproofing material. This enables the bin 2 double up as a container 4 large flowers or as in our photograph, be used as a log basket. If you generate masses of waste paper in your office it makes a handsome bin 2 chuck it in. Altogether this is a very gentlemanly article which will even stretch 2 use as an umbrella stand! Can you avoid having this treasure in your home?
Cost : £ 240

Munch Mat No more dog biscuits ground into the Wilton! Spread this dedicated mat out beneath your pet’s bowl and give it a good shake outside after the meal. Washable of course and en suite with the tracker mat opposite.
Cost : £ 10

Wicker Corner Pet Bed An absolutely brilliant idea 4 rooms without a lot of storage space 4 dog baskets. A corner edition that fits as neatly as anything, is raised 2 avoid draughts and comes with a complementary cosy washable fleece pad. Our sample in the office has been constantly occupied since we got it! Suitable 4 up 2 a small labrador.
Cost : £ 95

Leather and Suede Games Cloth Pure luxury 4 the card table! This totally hand made card cloth brings a whole new dimension 2 the game of bridge. Softest bottle green suede edged in crimson leather was made 4 us in the workshop of Pepe in Ubrique, Spain. The town of Ubrique is the centre of leather making in the province of Cadiz, almost every family has involvement in the trade and it is our privilege 2 bring you such an exquisite example of Spanish craft.
Cost : £ 95

Pheasant Place Card Holders These strutting cock pheasants make wonderful place card holders, enamelled by hand and made from hallmarked silver, they are a glamorous addition 2 your dining table.
Cost : £ 349

Pink/Purple Wool Shawl Three glamorous shades in pure wool bring high summer fashion 2 your shawl selection this spring. The pashmina craze has had us enthralled 4 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 : £ 45

Silver Plated Condiment Set A really good condiment set with two lovely glass bottles 4 vinegar and oil and a salt and pepper. So much easier 2 pop this onto the table when you are in a rush rather than mess about with individual salts and peppers. Silver-plated.
Cost : £ 55

Blue Alpaca Bed Socks Bring comforting style 2 your tootsies with this matching set of softest alpaca bedsocks and the toning hottie cover in pink or blue. The cuddle factor is tremendous and warm toes are a must, go on! Treat yourself!
Cost : £ 39

Silver Cat Whistle We never want our cat lovers 2 feel neglected, so this silver whistle topped with the head of a kitty with a ribbon bow around her neck makes a great gift 4 Christmas. Very useful 4 personal protection this whistle will be heard 4 a considerable distance and will look good on your key ring.
Cost : £ 23

Silver Plated Tray This useful rectangular tray has a pair of faux bamboo handles which really improve the design, a nicely detailed edge makes this a very stylish item which is ideal 4 handing round cakes at a big "do" or 4 holding your coffee after dinner.Not suitable 4 dishwashers, treat as silver and use a silver cloth.
Cost : £ 85

Vin Rouge Chalkboard Write down all those important messages and have them easily 2 hand with this amusing Vin Rouge chalk board. This is a cheerful wall decoration as well as a practical aid 2 organised living.
Cost : £ 30

Oscar the Otter Oscar the otter is positively the most adorable toy 4 a country minded child. And he holds open the bedroom door as he is weighted with sand! His over the shoulder bag contains a shiny fish and his clothing is removable.
Cost : £ 35

Three Mushroom Butter Dishes Fine ceramic butter dishes and pate dishes, both carefully painted with charming mushrooms and with animal head finials on the dishes. These sets of three mean that each guest can have their own helping of butter and pate, saving all that passing round that can disrupt conversation.
Cost : £ 16

Christmas Candle Here is a traditional Christmas pillar candle 4 your windowsill. With verses from “Hark the Herald Angel” and medieval inspired text around it, this is a heart warming gift 4 a friend. Christmas Garland now discontinued
Cost : £ 14

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

`My Home Is My Castle' Doormat I think we all like 2 think this but I do hope a Duke buys one of these 2 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 2 extract it from the soles of your wellies.
Cost : £ 32

Star, Crystal and Pearl Brooch This is a fabulous suite of Georgian inspired jewellery. Together with a dazzling star shaped silver, crystal and pearl pendant on a slender chain, a matching pair of drop star earrings and a hugely versatile crystal and pearl brooch an effect both sophisticated and flattering is created. Pendant and Earrings now dicontinued
Cost : £ 55

Loo Brush Holder Green Originally designed as an artillery shell case carrier, here is an article 2 be proud of; practical, colourful and certainly a talking point 4 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

Pierced Mahogany Entrance Table 4 that awkward narrow space in a hall, or behind a door this is the best solution. A mahogany (from managed plantations) pierced table 2 hold a vase or telephone, a plant or clock. So amazingly adaptable you will wonder how you managed without it.
Cost : £ 149

Rustic Copper Wine Warmer This unusual and very stylish item owes much 2 brilliant Victorian engineering and a simple premise. Cold white wine is good, cold red wine is not so good. Therefore you need some method of warming wine bottles 2 room temperature 2 drink them at their best. This carefully thought out container is made from copper trimmed with brass and with brass handles. There are four bottle spaces and these can be used 4 floral display when not in use. The warmth 2 bring the bottles 2 room temperature is provided by pouring hot water into the central aperture which surrounds the bottle spaces from inside and gently heats your red wine. There is an original example of this type of warmer at Blair Castle in Perthshire.Incidentally there is nothing 2 stop you putting ice cubes inside 4 summer cooling making this a very versatile item indeed !
Cost : £ 135

Descorjet Champagne Opener This very efficient device will extract corks from champagne bottles with no fuss. All that embarrassment of hopping about with a scarlet face while endeavouring 2 open the perishing bottle is yesterday’s worry. Robust and easy 2 use this is an essential addition 2 the drinks cupboard.
Cost : £ 36

Limoges Shopping Bag 4 the shopaholic this will make a very good present. She, or perhaps he, may get the message! A pretty little shopping bag decorated in bright enamels by hand in Limoges.
Cost : £ 150

Lucille Blue Stool Transform your sitting room at a stroke with this hugely elegant stool. Sumptuous fabric with a floral damask design is used 2 create a rich and self indulgent look. 2 go at the end of a bed what could look nicer and how splendid this combination of colours is 4 most homes. The fabric of course has a good fireproof rating and the little turned mahogany legs are finished with solid brass castors.
Cost : £ 395

Silver and Black Pearl Earrings Put this delicate pendant on its silver chain and wait 4 the compliments 2 flood in! A ribbon bow with a black fresh water pearl drop makes both this and the accompanying earrings so wearable 4 daytime or evening. These pieces of jewellery look wonderful with plain black but also when worn with a summer tan are dazzling.REDUCED PRICE: Earrings - Were £35 - Now £26REDUCED PRICE: Necklace - Was £37 - Now £27
Cost : £ 35

Chocolate Faux Suede Cushion Three supremely elegant cushions 2 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

Limoges Hat Box Cut a dash on your porcelain shelf with this snazzy black and white summer titfer! What an outstanding hat box garnished with the scarlet ribbon and rose and of course so as not 2 disappoint, inside is a hat trimmed 2 match. So french, so Limoges!
Cost : £ 99

First Love Hair Slide A sweeping sleek design characterises this charming silver plated hair slide. With a robust mechanism this fashionable item is perfect 4 long hair.REDUCED PRICES:Hair Slides Were £17 - Now £11
Cost : £ 11

Silver Fox Paperweight Charlie fox will keep all the stray papers tidy on your desk! He is made of sterling silver and is finely modelled with excellent detail.
Cost : £ 110

Netsuke Rabbit Often seen on the Antiques Roadshow, netsuke are miniature carved figures, used in olden times as toggles on traditional costumes in Japan. We found a craftsman sitting in front of his house in China, carving these superlative pieces by hand with boundless patience and unbelievable skill. Made from calamander wood, these enchanting creations make wonderful collectibles 4 your shelf. Out of this hard timber comes a rabbit, two tiny puppies playing and two exotic birds on a tree stump. In keeping with custom, each little treasure is drilled with two holes, which provided the fastening 4 the cord in olden times. Because each is individually carved 4 you, no two are exactly alike and therefore are unique. Each comes in a spectacular gift box.
Cost : £ 32

Wooden Nut Bowl & Nut Cracker You might think this is a bit modern 4 Ancestral Collections but just look at how handsome and practical it is.
Cost : £ 29

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 2 jazz up a plain sweater or enhance a cocktail dress.
Cost : £ 28

Umbrella Walking Stick Half walking stick and half umbrella. Useful, practical and good looking. The essential companion 4 rambles in the countryside this summer.
Cost : £ 39