Wee Birdy

Birdy pick of the week

Bird measuring spoons, US$92, and Bird Cheese Markers, US$52 from Beehive Kitchenware. (Thanks to Izzie for the tip!)

Available in London from:
Lucas Bond
45 Bedford Hill
London SW12 9EY
Tel. 0208 675 9300
Nearest tube: Balham
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Wee find: Loyal Loot Log Bowls

I love the glossy vibrant interiors of these wonderfully quirky Loyal Loot Log Bowls, which are handmade in Edmondton, Canada, using ethically-sourced reclaimed local wood. I'd love a group of three in different sizes and colours.
They're in-store now at Shelf in East London, with prices starting at £50.

Shelf
40 Cheshire Street
London E2 6EH
Tel. 020 7739 9444

Nearest Tube: Liverpool Street
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Birdy pick of the week

Bird stopper glass bottle, £9, from Habitat. Perfect last-minute stocking stuffer.

Top tea sets: Katy Potts Tea for Two

 

I’ve been collecting vintage English tea sets for over 10 years now, and I’m a big fan of pieces from Staffordshire potteries. So I was thrilled to discover Katy Potts Tea For Two. Her collection of English tea sets make for a perfectly mismatched afternoon tea (the very best kind, in my opinion!).

Available online and in-store at Liberty, the tea sets are beautifully presented in a rather smart black box, making them an excellent (and totally unique) gift. A tea set for one, comprising of a cup, saucer and plate, will set you back £45, while a tea set for two, comprising of two cups, two saucers and two plates, costs £75. A wonderful selection of vintage teapots are also available for £60.

 
Liberty
Great Marlborough Street
London W1B 5AH
Tel. 0207 734 1234
Nearest tube: Oxford Circus
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“My Secret London” with Jane Ellis from KJ’s Laundry

In the latest instalment of “My Secret London”, Jane Ellis from Marylebone’s award-winning independent fashion boutique, KJ’s Laundry, spills the secret London addresses from her little black book.

Best for a bargain? Brick Lane, East London.

Best for vintage? Hammersmith Vintage Fair.

Best for fashion? Shop at Bluebird.

Best for jewellery? Kabiri.

Best for interiors and gifts? Mint.

Best for beauty and skincare? Liberty beauty hall.

Best for kids? Blossom.

Best for stationery? Smythson.

Any other favourites? Chapel Market.

Your number one London shopping secret? La Fromagerie in Marylebone.

Best London souvenir? A retro poster from the Transport Museum.

Favourite place to eat? Yauatcha.

Click here for a Wee Birdy map of Jane’s secret London addresses.
Check out the latest collections online at KJ’s Laundry.

Huge thanks and wee birdy kisses to Jane for her generous tips and advice.