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Save time AND money this year!

Fed up with constantly realising you need a gift at the last minute so you end up rushing out spending more than you want and panic buying? 

Read on for the great new method I adopted last January which made a real difference to my stress levels (and my pocket!)

An ode to the joy of January... This might be a less than common feeling, but I actually (whisper it) quite like this traditionally maligned month.  Maybe it is because I'm so busy with work in November and December, and of course organising and managing Christmas as a working mum of three can be challenging, so January comes as rather a relief! Also I'm a sucker for a new start and there's nothing newer than a New Year.  Rest assured I don't mean the whole New Year New You thing - I'm rather happy with the old me to be...

My Favourite Small Businesses  This Small Business Saturday I wanted to focus on some of the wonderful independents I stock at Alice's Wonders.    I adore being able to support other small businesses - and I know you appreciate it too.  They're great for gifting too, as it's always lovely to have a story behind a present.  I carry a wide range of small and independent brands, but today for Small Business Saturday let's focus on Sixton London, Turtle Doves Cashmere and MisGraceful Jewellery.   MisGraceful Jewellery Based in her Shropshire studio, Lorna at MisGraceful designs gorgeous wearable jewellery in classic,...

I've had some interesting conversations over the last couple of days and it's made me think I should share my promises to you for this Black Friday weekend (as I have heard of some rather sneaky tactics from the bigger brands!)    1. Everything is online Everything I have in stock is online.  I haven't taken anything out of stock or removed anything from the website.  In fact I actually restocked a number of lines yesterday, including the gorgeous leopard print fabric backpacks.   2. All prices are unchanged I was asked why a price had gone up just before Black...

It's been a few weeks in the planning and preparing, but my Christmas shopping pop-up is finally here on Monday!  A quick reminder of the times and place: Monday 18th November 11am to 1pm for a coffee morning ​7.30pm to 9.30pm for a glass of something fizzy while you shop! Address: 26 Hartland Road, Epping, Essex, CM16 4PE  And some FAQs: Can I bring a friend? Yes, of course, thank you very much for sharing the Alice's Wonders love! Can I pay by cash or card? Due to a rather snazzy app I can now take cards as well as cash.  I...