Sweet William – Heart Warming Ceramics

Posted by dulwichmum on Sun 20 March 2011

Name of product: Sweet William – Heart Warming Ceramics

I asked my super perfect chum (another Dulwich Momshell) Amy, to review this lovely company and it’s perfect products for me. Here is what she had to say (she is harsh but fair, just like me…)

Price: from £5.00 to £60.00 for a variety of creative ceramic products and glorious gift ideas

The blurb: “Sweet William is an independent studio based in Greenwich, London. Set up by the plucky Emma who decided that after 10 years in the city it was time for a change. She courageously sold her car, her house and left her job all in the same month to pursue a childhood love of pottery. After testing out her designs on her nearest and dearest and the shoppers of Greenwich market she was joined in her venture by her true friend Michelle. Sweet William ceramics are fun, warm your heart and have a nostalgic feel to them and are items that will be used and cherished through the years”

First impressions: : The website is sweet and understated, with a very British theme. You can browse the 2011 Collection or shop by product type. The girls have a charming range called ‘Cockney Spirit’ with a range of witty London themed ceramics including a hilarious ‘Trouble and Strife’ and matching ‘The Old Man’ mug. For perfect presents the family themed mugs provide a personalised gift for each family member whilst the shadow boxes are the perfect addition to any home or a simply gorgeous gift for a new family member

Not only is there a great selection of presents for the humans in your life but who doesn’t enjoy buying your mutt or moggie a new bowl with a cheeky message to make you smile

Ease of Use: The site is easy to navigate (or would be if I could stop being drawn to a gorgeous item on each page that I simply must have). The ordering process is straight forward. My gorgeous (but essential) items were wrapped beautifully and packaged so well that each was a delight to unwrap

Pros: The mugs I received are perfect for a ‘proper British cup of tea’. The mugs are chunky but not overly heavy with a good sized handle (I am still staggered that many designers seem to neglect the need to actually be able to hold your cup to drink from it…either that or my fingers have recently become incredibly fat!). The mugs wash well and the personalised lettering is completed to a very high standard. As for my fish and chip plates, I now have a new excuse to ensure that fish and chips is on the menu at least once a week so I can use these gorgeous plates. They are fabulous and add a touch of humour to a Friday night, simply delicious

Cons: The only con that springs to mind is that there are still many items that I would like to add to my collections and I am running out of justification for further self gifting. On the up side I do have a great many summer birthdays coming up and am rather smug about the fabulous gifts I intend to purchase. It is very difficult to fault this company, if you are looking for personalised products, an exciting range and excellent quality ceramics then look no further. The fact that this is a small, independent company makes it even more enjoyable to shop until you drop

Value for money:. The ceramics are great value for money and the quality is fantastic with the personal touches such as the careful, pretty packaging completing a wonderful buying experience

Dulwichmum verdict:

Stockists: Online at Sweetwilliamdesigns.com or visit the girls at their stall in the bustling Greenwich Market

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 Darphin- Predermine Anti-wrinkle and Smoothing range

Posted by dulwichmum on Wed 9 March 2011

Name of product: Darphin Predermine Anti-wrinkle and Smoothing range

Price:

Predermine anti-wrinkle cream £76 for 50mls

Predermine firming wrinkle repair serum £113 for 30mls

Darphin Jasmine Aromatic Care £61 for 15 mls

Darphin age defying dermabrasion £49

The blurb: “A holistic, botanical based skincare line that uses the finest aromatherapy blends and the latest technological advances to create products that pamper our senses whilst offering superior performance”

First impressions: Gorgeous pink box. Inside the presentation box-sample size bottles of serum and Jasmine aromatic care and a standard size pot of the age defying ant wrinkle cream .There was also a small pot of dermabrasion

Ease of Use: I should have looked online for instructions as there were none in the box. I therefore didn’t know what the Jasmine aromatic care was for, until a week after I started using all the other products.
The wrinkle cream was immediately appealing. It was easy to apply onto my skin and seemed very gentle, for those of us with sensitive skin with a lightly perfumed scent. The skin felt immediately refreshed and bright looking (not like other products that quickly wear off and your skin feels dry and too tight).
Applying makeup on top after the cream had absorbed was easy… No greasy residue as is often the case with anti-wrinkle, age defying products. The serum was light and unscented. Easy to apply around the eyes .

The jasmine Aromatic care was a little harder to apply. Following the video only five drops were to be used per application on the face- but it didn’t feel like it was enough spread evenly over the face and neck. However it did smell delightful and soothing on the skin.

I wasn’t looking forward to the dermabrasion- you can use it dry or with warm water. I would advise the later as the particles can feel a little rough otherwise on sensitive skin. The particles are very fine though.The blemishes and spots have reduced dramatically since I have been using the dermabrasion.

Do I look younger? Clearly(but maybe that’s just the aupair being supportive in case I show her the door)! I think my skin looks amazing!

Pros: Easy to apply .seems lovely and gentle for most skin types –just as it says on the website. The Darphin website has helpful videos to use just the right amount of product with the right application

Cons: My mother in law almost fell off my chair at the price of the Jasmine aromatic care.
Note to self: Purchase a gallon of it before she comes to stay again, in order to remind her that I am married to her son who is a high net worth individual (smirk)

Value for money:. The products are lasting well as only a small amount is required twice a day (for serum and cream) and the Dermabrasion is used weekly. I expect the Jasmine aromatic care would last for ages

Dulwichmum verdict: only because, although the range is very effective, the Jasmine Aromatic Care is rather expensive. Any item from this range would make the most perfect Mother’s Day Gift!

Stockists: SpaceNK.Co.UK

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