Handmade gifts are growing in popularity these days. With the typical High Street offering the same bland,mass produced fare, handmade gifts offer a refreshing alternative. With this in mind, and having always had an interest in crafts, I decided to set up my own online business last year www.kittyandpolly.co.uk

Buying a handmade gift is a rewarding experience for both giver and receiver. The giver is delighted to have found something original, produced with care by the maker and usually limited edition. The receiver is equally delighted and their usual reaction is to say 'oh, it's lovely..where did you find it ?'.

Kitty and Polly strives to bring the online shopper a fairly unique and gorgeous collection of handmade gifts and accessories from England, Scotland, Wales and our own home turf of Northern Ireland. From handmade handbags to handpoured candles and handknitted accessories, the range is varied and interesting.

It's early days but hopefully with hard work and determination, it will pay off. I'd love to get some feedback and advice from other Pink Martini members so please feel free to drop me a mail. I look forward to hearing from you !