A high street gift shop with a difference

We firmly believe bricks and mortar retail still can thrive on the high street. Our space is a place to browse independent brands and makers, and discover something you can treasure forever.

We play host to a range of homewares, gift ideas and beautiful things made by beautiful brands and people, all handpicked with care, attention and intention.

Our regularly rotating arrangement of featured local makers connects you with the people and stories behind the products. Browse the full range inside the stocked. Horsforth shop, or check out our current featured maker stories below:

Current Featured Makers

  • bets pots

    A pharmacist with a PhD in medicinal chemistry by day, Bet hails from sunny Catalonia and specialises in a one of kind ceramics bursting with personality and a growing fascination with opal and pastel glaze combinations.

    Bet took her first pottery lessons at her old housemate's wheel, further developing her skills as a member at Sunken Studios. Every single piece is unique, and knowing these perfectly mismatched pieces will find their way from the wheel to kiln to home is what makes the process so special for her.

    Alongside the range on offer in store, Bet is accepting orders and commissions - reach out via her Instagram for more information.

  • Chunkynfunky

    Chunkynfunky is the brainchild of a plant-loving creative on a mission to sprinkle joy into every corner of your home.

    With a passion for bold design and a trusty 3D printer, Laura crafts fun, quirky homewares—especially pots that snuggle your green buddies just right.

    Every piece is constructed from biodegradable PLA filament and pieces can take up to 10 hours to print from Laura’s design. The result is a range of planet-friendly and plant-perfect vessels which are bursting with personality, and designed to make you smile.

  • Emma Stewart

    Emma Stewart

    Inspired by her local surroundings in and around Leeds and Yorkshire, Emma creates digitally illustrated art prints which celebrate community and our most cherished spots.

    All work is printed locally on 100% recycled materials. Emma also works on a wide range of commissions for a multitude of clients and currently works at the legendary Brudenell as their graphic designer.

  • Gemma Barnett Art

    Gemma graduated from Leeds College of Art (now Leeds Arts University) with a BA (Hons) in Interdisciplinary Art & Design.

    A multidisciplinary artist using traditional handmade techniques such as paper cutting, collage, printmaking & tin embossing, Gemma’s work centres on the natural world and is created in her home studio in Meanwood, Leeds.

  • Hannah Burgess Ceramics

    Hannah Burgess is a ceramicist based in Leeds, creating everyday ceramics designed to inspire and endure. Her work is grounded in the belief that the objects we use and hold daily - our mugs, bowls, plates etc - form part of the rituals and routines that shape life.

    Drawing on the understated beauty and utility of Japanese pottery, her ceramics blends timeless, considered forms with handcrafted, earthy glazes that highlight the tactile quality of clay. Each piece is thoughtfully hand-thrown in durable stoneware clay and made with intention behind them; to be used and cherished in daily life for years to come.

  • Jill Sett Notebooks

    Jill Sett is a photographer and bookbinder who lives in Hyde Park. Having completed a workshop 10 years ago, Jill uses a range of traditional bookbinding methods to create notebooks, showcasing techniques like Secret Belgian Binding, Open-spine, and Japanese Stab Stitch.

    Covers are made from sourced batik fabric, decorative papers and Jill’s own photographic designs. The books are sewn together with linen thread.

    Jill is a member of the Society of Bookbinders and has completed courses in Leeds, Saltaire, Masham and Hull. She continues to learn new bindings to expand her repertoire.

  • Linnet & Lark

    Linnet & Lark produce beautiful art and illustrated goods, made right here in Horsforth.

    Inspired by Catherine’s love of the nature, Linnet & Lark is a celebration of the seasons, of species and of the natural bounty from the world around us.

  • Ned Pots

    Hailing from Suffolk, Ned’s ceramics are often larger scale pieces with an organic feel to the shape and form and a strong textural quality to colour and glaze.

    A potter for 3 years and having honed his skills at Sunken Studio, Ned is now based out of his studio in Armley, where all his pieces are made.

  • Nick Nelson

    Originally from Suffolk, Nick's now been up here a good few years more than he's been down there.

    Having illustrated for editorial and packaging design, Nick has now moved his work into a range of printed goods.

    Expect bold colours, balanced design and playful themes with a love of mid-century graphic art.

  • Northern Source

    Northern Source is Helen and Lorna – old friends with a shared passion for interiors, textiles, colour and pattern. Their mutual love of travel, dislike of waste, and desire to have a shared business resulted in Northern Source launching in December 2024.

    Rescuing hand picked fabrics from being lost to landfill, Northern Source repurposes them into practical, lovely and often unique napkins, bags, eye pillows and mini baskets. All textile pieces are handmade, sustainable and ethically sourced and Northern Source also import handmade ceramics from a small enterprise in Nepal that supports its local community.

    Based in Leeds and Northumberland, Northern Source are passionate that lovely things are for everyone and don’t have to cost the earth.

  • Philip Scott Art

    Philips journey began with a simple desire - to create beautiful, handcrafted ceramics that bring joy and personality to everyday life. Inspired by the idea that art should be accessible to everyone, he set out to craft unique pieces in quirky shapes and vibrant colours that would stand out and make a statement.

    With a passion for both artistry and functionality, each piece he creates in his studio in Burley, is carefully designed to be a delightful addition to any home or space. Philips goal is to combine creativity with craftsmanship, ensuring that every item is not only visually stunning but also enjoyable to use.

  • Squirrelbandit

    Squirrelbandit makes happy little wooden keepsakes, accessories and greeting cards.

    After 25 years in various roles within the greeting card industry, Squirrelbandit was created by Lucy at the end of 2019 with a focus on spreading love, happiness and sustainability.

    Each of Squirrelbandit’s keepsakes is lasercut from Lucy’s designs and is then individually hand painted at the Squirrelbandit studio in Horsforth, resulting in beautiful and subtle differences that make each piece a little bit special.

  • Rhianna Molina Design

    Rhianna is a digital illustrator with a passion for food (and the occasional drink…) Having worked previously in Theatre and Film, she took a break from the design world and moved up North, rediscovering her love for drawing.

    Rhianna’s love for the good things in life led to her specialising in designs that celebrate the ingredients and stories behind the meals we love, from timeless classics to cherished family recipes. And it wouldn’t be Rhianna if there wasn’t an occasional sprinkle of wordplay thrown in the pot.

  • Will Sharp Jewellery

    Will is a contemporary jeweller, graduating in 2019 from the Glasgow School of Art with first class honours. Will went on to take part in the Artist in Residence program at the Glasgow School of Art until spring 2020. He was the 2019 recipient of the Hallmark Studio’s New Designers Award and the Assosiation of Contemporary Jewellers Mark Fenn Award.

    Inspired by all things Mid-century, Will has a multidisiplinary approach to his process which involves CAD design, 3D printing and precious metal casting along with hand fabrication. His work focuses on developing jewellery efficiently and responsibly, key materials he uses are recycled silver and PLA a plant based renewable bio-plastic.

    Since developing his degree show collection Will has gone on to exhibit nationally and internationally, including in China, Netherlands and London. He’s also developed ranges of jewellery for Gallery and Museum shops including The Hepworth Wakefield, The London Museum and The Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.

    Will is based at The Art House Wakefield. 

  • Wonky Paper Co

    Wonky Paper Co aims to make stationery both fun and functional. From hardcover notebooks made with homemade bookcloth, to ADHD friendly tear off planners, the only thing you won't find is anything sad, plain, and beige. 

    Everything is handmade in Leeds by notebook addict India, who taught herself how to bind books after struggling to find notebooks that felt like her.