Here is some Big News news…
I’ll get straight to it – I'm going to be winding up Heavy Gretel as a physical shop and moving over to developing my own products and art. My partner Bob & his tattoo team are going to move downstairs to my former shop and I'll be setting up a studio space upstairs where I can run my business. I will be online still, developing my own work and, in time, running workshops. Once I have developed a body of work I’d like to pop up at markets and exhibitions and so forth.
The past three years running the shop has been a positive experience. I have learned so much practical business ‘stuff’ I had no idea I was capable of! I have also learned where the edges are and it’s really brought into focus where my priorities lay. It’s made me realise that I really want to dedicate myself to making. The intention always was to do that, but I’d imagined that by this stage the shop would have permanent employees so that I could disappear into the background and develop my practice as a maker. The pandemic & financial downturn has meant that this hasn’t happened, and I don’t know with the way things are when it would happen. Juggling running the shop and doing my own making hasn’t worked the way I envisioned.
You might think “Oh no! That’s so sad!” and that’s ok. But I’d like to let you know: I’m not sad, I am excited. One of my proudest personal qualities is that I am open to change & not being afraid of trying out new things.
So, I am taking a big step and choosing to change direction with Heavy Gretel. I’m going to set up my own studio space on the upper floors of the shop and run it as Heavy Gretel Studios, making my own work.
I’d like to say thank you to my lovely customers who shopped here time after time, the talented makers who chose to stock their work with me and to my family & friends for the support over the last three years.
Over the next few days I’ll be reducing the prices on various products at the shop, so please do come in for a browse or look at the website for the sale – a lot of items will be reduced by 50%.
Although this is ‘goodbye’ to the physical shop, it is also ‘hello’ to a new direction – I’ll still be here, just in a different guise!
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There will be a whole host of amazing Independent Worthing businesses - come down and support your local indies!
Details:
Time: 12.00pm - 5.00pm
Date: Sunday 11th December
Where: The Brooksteed Alehouse, South Farm Road, Worthing
See you there?
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We've just had a nice big delivery of jewellery from Julia De Klerk, so we thought it's about time to do a Folks' Tales interview with her! In this instalment, we find out about how Julia makes her ideas and what she gets up to in her spare time. A really fun & informative read. We love Julia's work so much, so it's been brilliant to get to know her a bit more.
OK, enough chit chat - let's get stuck in!
Could you start by giving me a quick biography of who you are and what you do?
I’m Julia, a UK based designer/maker originally from Portsmouth but now based in Petersfield, Hampshire. I make colourful and art inspired jewellery from acrylic and sterling silver.
Tell me a little bit about your design and making process. I’d love to hear about how you formulate your ideas and bring them to reality!
I always have a lot of ideas whirring around and get inspired by lots of things. I love abstract art, illustration & print, collections of shapes and anything where colour & textures contrast. I will usually have an idea in my head for a while and draw a quick sketch out on a bit of paper that I’ll literally stick on a wall till I can work on it. I’ve never liked using sketchbooks. I use procreate or illustrator to sketch designs more carefully and I’ll start to draw over it with textures and patterns so that I have a better feel of what it will look like.
The final design is made into a vector line drawing on illustrator ready to cut out via my laser cutter. I test run on cardboard to perfect the size and how the shapes work together and then I’ll cut the final designs using coloured Perspex and have a play about with findings until I think it works! It was similar when I used to hand saw the shapes.
Hand sawing Perspex is so difficult – the laser cutter makes things much quicker! OK, so what inspired you to start your own business?
My parents used to have a business making wooden toys back in the 80’s so I grew up around their creativity & it definitely inspired me to want to earn a living by making things.
What is the best thing about being a jeweller? (And the worst?!)
Best thing for me is that my pieces are often bought as gifts. I love seeing gift messages for special occasions, nice to help bring someone happiness via something you created. Worst is that all the pieces are very small and sometimes fiddly. Lots of counting and trying not to drop or lose things haha!
What is your favourite piece (of yours) that is stocked at Heavy Gretel?
At the moment I love the new abstract brooches. I’ve been waiting to create a colourful abstract brooch that uses lots of simple shapes for ages, something that would look good on a coat or cardi. This jewellery route all started with my obsession with Bakelite brooches so I do still have a soft spot for designing them with dangly bits in that style.
I love Bakelite jewellery – I wrote an essay about it at university (Bakelite nerd for life)! Do you have any tips for how best to look after acrylic jewellery?
Acrylic is hard wearing but can be brittle if it gets knocked on hard surfaces so always try to keep it carefully in a jewellery box or hung when not in use so it doesn’t get tangled or squashed. Avoid getting perfumes or lotions on them. I really recommend polishing any silver parts with a silver cloth to prevent tarnishing. Jewellery pliers are a useful tool to keep around if you have a lot of jewellery great for tightening things after lots of wear. I do offer repairs on all my jewellery if something does get damaged and even offer just a polish up as my main aim is for your jewellery to last!
Aside from making incredible jewellery, what else do you like to get up to in your spare time?
My partner and I are currently renovating a house we bought a couple of years back. It’s a 270 yr old tannery workers cottage out in the stix. Needs a lot of work but my boyfriend is a chippy (carpenter) and I love painting & filling so we are a good team. I also have an allotment and that keeps me really busy when I’m not making jewellery!
What are your plans for the business – recently you brought out a new collection (which we love!), so do you plan to develop more new work?
Ooh I always get stuck on questions like this. I don’t have a specific plan this year but recently I’m thinking I’d like to do some larger more extravagant pieces maybe. More collabs hopefully too as love the opportunity to design in different styles and work with other people. I also have some acrylic home & gift items I hope to bring out by Xmas but we’ll see if they make it. As I team of one I have to accept that things move slower than I wish they would especially new work - like my greeting cards that have been on the go for about 3 years haha!
What's your current earworm/podcast/fav music to listen to whilst making?
Generally, you’ll find me listening to the radio at the studio. Planet Rock, Radio 6 music and Radio 4 depending on tasks and mood haha. I do like a podcast when I am doing repetitive things so I listen to things like 99% invisible which is a design/history podcast that can be super interesting and This American Life which is stories on different themes, also a few that make me laugh like SMA. On Fridays/weekends I like dad rock and whistlerfm.ca is good for that.
Oh we love listening to history podcasts - thanks for the tip! Do you have any advice for someone thinking of becoming a jeweller?
If you are starting out, experiment with materials to find out what you like working with, I used to try all sorts of things & shove them on my Etsy shop & learnt what I like making and didn’t like making. I used to look at jewellery in books and in museums rather than places like Instagram as people have been making incredible jewellery for thousands of years. You could look for a day course if you can, but also there are great online courses now on places like Domestika or free YouTube tutorials you can watch to learn different techniques.
Don’t be afraid to be unique and find your own style rather than always going with the crowd, people will notice it and it’s far more interesting, plus you’ll enjoy what you do more. Most of all… just go for it!
Thanks so much for taking the time to talk to us about your work, Julia. It's always really interesting to see how our makers formulate ideas and the steps along the way that get you to the finished product. We always love a good podcast recommendation too!
We have a lovely selection of Julia's new jewellery in the shop right now - head over Julia De Klerk to check out the whole collection now.
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Heavy Gretel will be popping up at the next Independent Worthing market on Sunday 7th August. The market takes place on the forecourt of the Brooksteed Alehouse on South Farm Road between 11am - 3pm.
We will be there with a selection of our favourite items from the shop alongside a huge array of locals artisan makers & producers.
Members of Independent Worthing's subscription membership get 10% off products and 20% off plants at Heavy Gretel.
Hope to see you there!
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Let's get stuck in and find out more about this talented designer who's work we love so much!
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Let's get stuck in and find out more about this talented designer who's work we love so much!
Could you start by giving me a quick biography of who you are and what you do?
I’m Carole, I live in Leeds. I create designs from my home studio, in the company of my dog Maggie. I named the business after her many years ago, not really considering the fact that everyone would then think I’m called Maggie!
Tell me a little bit about your design and making process. I’d love to hear about how you formulate your ideas and bring them to reality.
I love being in nature and go out for walks every day. Another passion is folk art & embroidery (which I think is evident in my design). I have a huge vintage collection, including textiles, ceramics, books, tins, trays, coffee pots.... I’m constantly inspired by what I’m surrounded by, whether it’s flowers and landscapes, or plates and saucepans.
I tend to doodle ideas, either in a sketchbook or on my iPad. I then bring these elements into Illustrator and create patterns, change colours etc to get the idea in my head onto a product.
I also have to mention Instagram, which I love and sometimes hate! I mostly find it very inspiring; I’m in awe of the sheer amount of talent out there in the world.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I was lucky enough to work for a large greetings card company as an in-house designer for a long time. I loved my job, but found myself longing for a bit more creative freedom, plus I wanted to spend more time making patterns and working with textiles.
What is the best thing about your job? (And the worst?!)
One of the best things about my job is working for myself and being able to create whatever is in my head; this can be hard sometimes, and I’m not always the greatest at making decisions. My most loathed thing is admin, and I seem to spend way too much time doing it (or avoiding it)!
What is your favourite piece (of yours) that is stocked at Heavy Gretel?
I’m so happy with my new cards and particularly pleased that you’ve gone with the more folky style ones.
Aside from making incredible illustrations and products, what else do you like to get up to?
I find it very inspiring to visit other countries, Japan was incredible, so was Portugal (the patterned tiles that decorate the buildings are gorgeous…). I really missed going to see live music while we were in lockdown. It’s been great to be able to go to gigs again & just socialising in general with friends. Being without that interaction, has made me appreciate spending time with people I love so much more.
I really enjoy cooking and have an unhealthy obsession with Australian Masterchef! Not really sure why seeing as I’m veggie and they’re often cooking things like crocodile and kangaroo. I also crochet and embroider which I find very relaxing. Most weekends I try to get out into the local countryside and see something new. Oh, and I love a good music documentary.
I’m a big music nerd (did you get the QOTSA reference in the blog title?) – what music can’t you get enough of at the moment?
I’m really loving GOAT at the moment.
What are your plans for the business - any new ideas in the pipeline?
I’m currently working on building up my portfolio of surface pattern designs, with the possibility of moving away from being solely a product based business. Having said that, I keep thinking of new products I can design such as my new washi tape range, and I’m cooking up ideas for new cards… so we’ll see how that goes!
Finally: tell us a secret about your job that might surprise my readers...
I couldn’t possibly tell you that!
Well now we are intrigued about Carole's secrets - maybe if we're really nice she'll tell us! Thanks so much for such an in depth interview into your process, so interesting to read how you get inspired and make your ideas. Always good to dig deeper with our talented makers - we're looking forward to listening to more GOAT already!
We have a whole collection of MaggieMagoo Designs products right now, including those gorgeous cards! Head to MaggieMagoo Designs to view the full range.
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We’ve been thinking about the challenging situations that humans around the world find themselves in through no fault of their own, with huge numbers of people being displaced due to war, famine, discrimination and political upheaval. This was brought into sharp focus by the invasion and war in Ukraine and we wanted to do something to help refugees from all over the world.
Having researched a number of different charities over the past week, we have decided on Choose Love. This is because of their wide-reaching global campaigns to support refugees in need of help.
We are in the process of writing a full policy on a charitable partnership with Choose Love. However in the immediate short term, we will make an initial donation to their Ukraine refugee fundraiser of £50 to get things started whilst we work out the finer details of regular donation.
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Maddie Chambers is the designer, illustrator, photographer, visual merchandiser, marketing manager, cup-of-tea-maker and all round brilliant human behind sustainable product design brand Also The Bison. In this edition of Folks' Tales, we go behind the scenes to find out what life is like for Maddie, how she makes her ideas and her plans for the future. It's a real pleasure to work with Maddie as she is such an excellent illustrator, but at the same time juggles all of the different hats she has to wear, whilst keeping a positive attitude and great sense of humour at all times! We love her, so do our customers - read on to find out; What's the saga with Also The Bison...
I'm Maddie and I'm the artist, designer, accountant, tea-maker, order-packer and admin whizz behind Also the Bison. I have a weird background with an almost entirely useless degree in History (specialising in Medieval European religious beliefs, heresy and ghost stories) and a brief stint working in the Fashion industry (think Devil Wears Prada).
Tell us a little bit about your design and making process. We’d love to hear about how you formulate your ideas and bring them to reality.
I'm always concerned my process is rather boring. I tend to start by deciding on a taxonomic group I fancy painting, like fungi or butterflies, and then I look at as many of them as possible. For the fungi design I went on a walk round Runnymede, and for parrots I went to Birdworld, but a lot of my designs feature things I can't see so I'm mostly dependent on google (I've never seen a Fly Agaric mushroom in real life, every year I hope I will!). These days I come up with a colour palette before I start and I try to stick to that to keep me focussed. Then, I paint and paint until I can't stand to look at another creature! If I'm lucky I’ll have enough to create a design, though a lot of prints never leave the cutting room floor. I scan each illustration into my computer and collage them together. Sometimes I go back and paint a few more to balance the colour in the design. Most of my designs feature over a hundred creatures collaged together by the time I'm finished!
What inspired you to start your own business?
Honestly I fell into it. Right after the fashion industry had chewed me up and spat me out, I put my name down for an emerging talent program at a craft fair because it was being sponsored by Tatty Devine, and I've always been a fan, and I won a spot! I think this is part of what has made Also the Bison so eco-conscious; I worked for a company that was meant to be at the sustainable-end of fashion but having seen the ethical standards and wastage within the industry, Also the Bison was definitely a reaction to that. I can't say it's been a smooth ride from there but I'm so glad I've kept at it because I love what Also the Bison has become.
What is the best thing about your job? (And the worst?!)
Working for myself is both the best and the worst thing - my boss lets me have really long lunch breaks but keeps making me work weekends? Outrageous. I'd try negotiating but in my experience when you start talking to yourself people do tend to think you've gone mad.
What is your favourite piece that is stocked at Heavy Gretel?
The Fungi Print Trays! They have such autumnal energy, I swear they make coffee taste better.
Aside from making incredible illustrations and products, what else do you like to get up to?
I am a classic nerd, you'll normally find me reading or playing video games or working my way through the Star Wars cartoons!
We're big music nerds - what music can’t you get enough of at the moment?
I am well known for having questionable taste in music though (I get a lot of side eye for my favourite band being Bastille, in my defence they've been my favourite band from when I saw them perform in a tiny tent by Loch Ness with only about 20 other people). It's feeling very autumnal as I type this so it's been a lot of Hozier and Florence and the Machine, but Maneskin is my latest discovery.
Yes! We discovered them after the last Eurovision Song Contest! OK, what are your plans for the business – you’ve been so busy bringing out new designs recently! As you know I love your fungi designs in particular....
We love a mushroom... Finally: tell us a secret about your job that might surprise my readers!
I nearly failed GCSE Art, and I wasn't allowed to take A-level because my grades were so bad!
Well we loved hearing all about you, Maddie aka Also The Bison. Always a pleasure to hear from a creative person, and reassuring that despite some of the errr, setbacks you've had, you've built such an ethical and sustainable product design brand. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your insights with us. Keep on going, we can't wait to see what you produce next.
We have a whole collection of Also The Bison products right now, including those gorgeous trays! Head to Also The Bison to view the full range.
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We are back with another instalment of Folks' Tales! This time we are catching up with Eva Malley, who is an illustrator, business owner & final year BA student at the University of Brighton. How does she fit it all in?! We first discovered Eva via her TikTok and Instagram pages, we couldn't believe she lived just around the corner from the shop! We are so glad she could take the time out of her very busy schedule to answer some questions about who she is and what she does! Ready? Let's go....
Could you start by giving us a quick biography of who you are and what you do?
I’m Eva, 22-year-old illustrator, small business owner and Brighton University student from Worthing! In 2018, I got one of my designs printed onto 20 tote bags for my friends to buy. Since then, it has grown into the business I run today, shipping hundreds of orders worldwide every week! Everything is designed by me and packaged up by myself or my studio assistant / childhood best friend Katie, in 100% recyclable and biodegradable packaging. I love creating products that people feel excited about purchasing, and very passionate about creating art that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also accessible and affordable.
Tell us a little bit about your design and making process. We’d love to hear about how you formulate your ideas and bring them to reality.
A lot of my art is inspired by the beauty of mundane, everyday events like standing by a window and watering your plants, or sitting on the sofa reading a book. I’m particularly drawn to femininity, relationships and friendships, and get a lot of inspiration from the people I surround myself with. I work primarily on my iPad using Procreate, and typically lean more towards monochromatic line drawings with lots of detail and clashing patterns, although I am starting to experiment more with colour!
What inspired you to start your own business?
For a long time I tried to pursue a more academic route in education so I could find a ‘stable’ job, particularly from hearing my whole life that there’s no money in art. After a good few years of feeling lost and hating what I was doing, the one constant thing I had in my life was drawing – all throughout school my books were covered in doodles, and it was that one thing I could rely on to relax with after a long day at work. Selling my art was something that I’ve always been interested in, but it took a long time to gain the confidence to pursue it. About 2 years into selling my work I suddenly gained a lot of social media traction that launched me into a full-time business overnight, which is just as amazing and terrifying as it sounds. Now that I’m getting used to it, I think I am really suited to running a business, it just wasn’t what I expected to be doing initially!
What is the best thing about your job? (And the worst?!)
The many amazing connections I’ve been able to make, online and off. I interact with the loveliest customers, artists and small business owners on a daily basis, and I feel part of the most uplifting, supportive community. Also having the privilege to be my own boss never gets old… if I’m having a bit of an off day I can put Netflix on, make a cuppa and draw from the comfort of my bedroom.
Running a business comes with many challenges and hurdles, and something that definitely takes its toll on me is having to juggle countless responsibilities all at once. I also struggle with time-management, and sometimes find myself working ridiculously long hours or not taking breaks, which is something that I’m really trying to work on because burnout is very real!
What is your favourite piece (of yours) that is stocked at Heavy Gretel?
My Housemates print always comes to mind first. When I drew it, it was like a lightbulb moment of realising this is what my art style is. It’s been a top best-seller for me every month since it came out, despite the fact I've regularly brought out many more prints since then, and I get lots of lovely messages from people saying they’ve bought it for their uni house / girlfriend / old flatmate which is really heartwarming, knowing so many people connect with it. As an artist it’s so common to be critical about a finished piece but I still love everything about “Housemates” - I think it reflects my aesthetic style and skill perfectly.
Aside from making incredible illustrations and products, what else do you like to get up to?
Gigs & pubs – my entire personality in 2 words.
I’m a big music nerd – what music do you enjoy listening to while you're creating?
I’m a big fan of ‘sad girl’ music like Lucy Dacus, Julia Jacklin, Phoebe Bridgers, Mazzy Star, Sharon Van Etten. I also grew up with a lot of 80’s and 90’s influence, so there’s always a bit of Blondie, The Cure, Slowdive and Pulp mixed in. If I’m working on a tight deadline, I whack a bit of drum and bass or techno on to power through!
What are your future plans for your business?
I’m currently working on new designs for Christmas which I’m really excited about! I’ve started my final year of university, the aim is to keep the business growing whilst I complete my studies, so there’s a solid groundwork ready for when I finish. After I graduate, I want to get my own space and create a more solid working environment, with the potential to hire and expand in the future. My personal art style has developed and grown a lot since starting my business, so I can’t wait to see what I’ll be working on over the next few years!
Finally: tell us a secret about your job that might surprise our readers.
I am the director of my own successful brand but very nearly failed my business studies and maths GCSE in high school. I’ve virtually made a living through doodles, if I can do it anyone can!
What an interesting read. Thanks so much for taking the time to chat with us, Eva. We love to hear about how you make your work, and balance this with your business & studies. What an inspiration you are. So happy to have your work in the shop. We love you and so do our customers! PS: We will have to check out some of the musicians you mentioned...
We have a range of Eva's work at the shop and online. With new work on the way soon!
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Ready? Let's go!
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This time we are hearing from Alice Barnes Jewellery, who as well as making amazing work in sterling silver, is one of my oldest friends. We bonded in art college over our shared love of obscure music and have now had a decades long friendship! Alice tells us about how she makes her ideas, what she's up to in her spare time and her plans for the future of her jewellery business.
Ready? Let's go!
Could you start by giving us a quick biography of who you are and what you do?
I'm Alice and I'm the designer and maker behind everything that is Alice Barnes Jewellery. I grew up in London, studied Art and Design at Chelsea (where I met Hanna from Heavy Gretel!) and then went to the Birmingham School of Jewellery. After working for many small jewellery businesses over the years I finally set up my own in 2014 in Brighton where I live.
Tell us a little bit about your design and making process. We’d love to hear about how you formulate your ideas and bring them to reality.
My work is inspired by repetitive patterns, all things linear, and more specifically the cuts and folds found in paper art. I begin each collection by sketching out ideas and then playing with paper models until I'm happy to translate them into solid forms, either straight into recycled silver sheet/wire or by carving jewellers wax and casting those shapes into silver.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I always thought I'd be satisfied designing, making or selling the work of other jewellers, but after a while I realised something was missing and that I really wanted to create my own collections. The experience I gained from those other businesses over the years was invaluable though, and I still use many of the skills I picked up from that.
What is the best thing about being a jeweller? (And the worst?!)
The best thing is making people happy - jewellery can bring such joy. Someone might simply be happy that they've bought themselves a piece they'll treasure, or they might have gifted it for a special occasion and that jewellery will always be associated with that moment in time. We attach a great deal of sentimentality to our jewellery because it can stay with us always and be passed on. The worst has to be what jewellery making does to your body. It can be really physically demanding, and I don't know many jewellers who don't have back problems, arthritic hands, or both!
What is your favourite piece that is stocked at Heavy Gretel?
I love anything by Silvia K Ceramics, but her serving platters are something I have always lusted after. She uses bold colours and beautiful glazes to accentuate her strong shapes.
Do you have any tips for how best to look after sterling silver jewellery?
Keeping silver jewellery in an airtight container (such as a solid jewellery box or tin) will help avoid tarnishing. The gift boxes they come in may be pretty but they aren't airtight and the glues used in them can also speed up the process! However, tarnished jewellery can be easily cleaned with a silver dip or polishing foam. A soft toothbrush for hard to reach places is handy... and always thoroughly rinse the items afterwards.
I'm a big music fan - what music can't you get enough of at the moment?
Songs for the Deaf by QOTSA is a favourite album of mine (as you know!), but recently I've been tuning into a lot of live streams by various DJs on Twitch. I love going to gigs and club nights, but over the last year live music obviously hasn't been an option, so I've found this to be a bit of a lifesaver. I have really eclectic taste in music and DJs such as The Nextmen tend to blend loads of different genres together, which suits me to a T!
What are your plans for the business – recently you brought out a new collection, so do you plan to develop more new work?
I've always got ideas for new things lurking in the back of my head and often sketch them out for future use. There's a few that I'm currently trying to pull together and make more cohesive as I think they could make a great new collection for 2022...
Thanks Alice for letting us into your world - it's always fascinating to hear about how you make your ideas from folding paper. It seems such an opposite material to work in for metal, but makes sense with how this translates into your designs. Thanks also for the tips about looking after sterling silver jewellery, so interesting - hopefully that helps our readers. Really excited to hear more about this new collection, we can't wait to see what you create!
You can shop for Alice Barnes Jewellery online with Heavy Gretel. We have a great selection of her pieces in stock waiting to find their new homes!
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Thanks for taking the time to chat and answer our questions, Karoline. It has been really interesting to read about your process and the time that goes in to creating your work. It's always a pleasure to work with you because you make such wonderful work!
If you'd like to see more of Karoline's work, we currently stock a range of her greetings cards and decorations. Soon coming to the shop will be a range of prints as well!
We've been working behind the scenes to develop the new platform so that it's even easier to navigate and are offering even more of the wonderful products that we have in store.
Whether you're searching for contemporary jewellery, prints, stationery, homeware or plants - we hope you will find something that you love here at Heavy Gretel.
Oh, and if you sign up to the mailing list you will receive 10% off your first order, and free delivery is available for all orders over £70!
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