Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA

Introducing the Wellness Journal Collection — A Space to Grow, Not a System to Follow

Discover the new Priestleys Wellness Journal Collection — handcrafted in soft, vegetable‑tanned leather and designed as a calming space for reflection, growth and mindful practice. Each journal features UK‑made symbolic charms, refined prompt cards, and thoughtful touchpoints like hand‑cut bookmarks and leather tags made from studio remnants. Explore the meaning behind each colour, the traditional craftsmanship, and the intention that shaped this quietly luxurious collection.

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Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA

Beyond Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Celebrating Handmade in the UK

In a season defined by mass‑market discounts, we’re choosing to spotlight something rarer: the makers who still design and handcraft here in the UK. From jewellers and candle makers to artists and curators, these small businesses embody what true luxury means — care, intention, and longevity. Their work reminds us that supporting craft isn’t just about a single purchase; it’s about sustaining skills, stories, and communities for the future. Handcrafted in England, because true luxury is never mass produced.

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Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA

This Black Friday, Choose Craft Over Consumption

Black Friday is often a rush for discounts, but true luxury lies in choosing with intention. Every time you shop small and handmade, you’re not just buying a product — you’re supporting local craftsmanship, reducing waste, and investing in pieces that endure. This season, discover why choosing craft over consumption makes all the difference.

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Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA Karrie Priestley BA (Hons), PGCE, MA

Priestleys Christmas Gift Guide 2025: Handmade Luxury Gifts for Him, Her and The Children

Step into a season of thoughtful giving with the Priestleys Christmas Gift Guide. From handcrafted leather pouches and notebooks to timeless wallets and playful stocking fillers, each piece is designed to be lived with, loved, and passed on. Discover gifts for him, for her, and for the children — all rooted in English craftsmanship and quiet luxury.

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Luke Folwell Luke Folwell

Thinking of leaving the services, well here’s my top 5 things the military DON’T want you to know!

Thinking of leaving the services, well here’s my top 5 things the military DON’T want you to know!

Having just passed 10 years as a civilian, this anniversary has made me reflect on my journey from the submarine service into civi street. I have worked in multiple sectors and industries, and have gained so much insight into what employers are looking for now, and in the future. Here are my top 5 lessons I’ve learnt; all of which the military will not want you to know!

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