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Our buying team have trying to track down all the loveliest souvenirs with which to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond Jubilee. Our favourite so far is this gorgeous jug by Jan Constantine. See all our ideas here.

Beehive – The Robin Collective

Apiarism

One of those lovely words that doesn’t sound like what it means, (the raising of bees). Like ornithology.

Until the 27^th of March, The Robin Collective is holding a beehive event in Leather Lane Market, Ec1, London and we’re really excited about going.

There’s going to be food, cafes, workshops, flowers, bees, talks and we definitely expect to see a couple of those slightly disconcerting apiarist suits walking around.

Taste Britain’s best honey and see what types of food can combined with honey at the café. London is in line for the sunshine this weekend, this sounds like a wonderful family event or somewhere to pop along to read a book and people-watch. Then on the 27th there will be a craft market where Etsy and other sales organisations will combine to what we’re sure will be a beautiful collective.

Look! We’ve handpicked some lovely bee hankies. A lovely gift idea.