Stories from the Studio

Boiled Fruit Cake Recipe

Oct 02, 2019

My children's Grandma, fondly know as Grandma Freda, was an excellent cook. A lovely little Cornish lady, she was an active member of the Salvation Army and had a heart of gold. She loved to bake and among her many specialities (pasties included) was this wonderful boiled fruit cake recipe.

Designing Our Christmas Collection

Oct 01, 2019

Never much one for reindeer, snowmen or other stylised Christmas icons, my inspiration for our Christmas Collection has come from the beautiful Mount Edgcumbe Country Park in which our shop and studio is situated.

Sustainable Student Gift Ideas

Sep 06, 2019

We have selected a collection of eco-friendly sustainable student gift ideas for those setting off to university or college this month. Whether they're going back for their final year or leaving home for the first time, these gifts will help students do their bit to save the planet and live a more sustainable life at university.