Country Living’s London Christmas Fair, Nov 11-15 2009

Read about the exhibitors at this year’s Country Living Magazine Christmas Fair, then book your tickets for an inspiring day out

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London's Country Living Christmas Fair takes place at the Business Design Centre, 52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 0QH on 11-15 November 2009.

To whet your appetite, read about just a few of the British designers, producers and small businesses who will be exhibiting. Words by Jennie Buist Brown. 

Karen Davies Stained Glass

Based in Hertfordshire, stained-glass artist Karen Davies is known for her windows, panels and mirrors, which combine contemporary designs with traditional techniques. Now she has created an enchanting array of jewel-bright Christmas ornaments that will light up every corner of the home. The range includes angels, snowmen, Santas, trees, crowns and stars (01438 831012; www.karendaviesstainedglass.co.uk). London: Stand D16

Labrador Noir

These fantastic Sleepover Kits from Labrador Noir - one for boys, one for girls - include a cotton kitbag with one 100% cotton soft towel, a soft cotton flannel, a stunning washbag, and luxuriously snuggly, soft cotton pyjamas. Each piece can be bought separately or together as a kit, £145 (www.labradornoir.com).
London: Stand G11

Heyland & Whittle

The natural, luxurious handwashes, soaps and body lotions from Heyland & Whittle contain only the purest vegetable and essential oils and are fragranced with herbs, flowers and spices. The gift boxes make ideal Christmas presents (01293 863606; www.heylandandwhittle.co.uk). London: Stand A10

Country Girl Corner

Textile artist Lesley de Matos creates everything from country quilts to lavender and wheat bags (below), £12. Warm muted tones and vintage fabrics, buttons and trims give each piece a faded charm (07957 558944; www.countrygirlcorner.co.uk). London: Stand T12

Sandie Blue

Sandie Wright's delightful Christmas cards, £2.99 each, are inspired by her life on the south coast near the New Forest National Park, and by family days out at Mudeford Beach near Christchurch. Her work also features on prints and notecards (www.sandieblue.com).
London: Stand P60A 

Powder

Powder sells a huge variety of uniquely designed wool, silk and velvet scarves in a multitude of fabulous colours and tactile textures. Styles, such as The Cambridge (left), £25, range from the sophisticated to the quirky, and each scarf comes presented in chic packaging to make an original, irresistible gift (01458 835577; www.powder-uk.com). London: Stand E43 

Click here for details of the Country Living Christmas Fair in Glasgow

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