These are the lovely people and great places that I thoroughly recommend, do not miss their original products, their webshops, or their blogs!
www.antiquesonhigh.co.uk - Home of www.bagthejewels.co.uk OXFORD'S Antiques Centre with 29 specialist dealers and a great Contemporary Craft Gallery too!
www.efleathergoods.co.uk - The Webshop of Handbag Designer - Liz Fletcher. As well as bespoke and ready-to-buy handbags, Liz sells fabulous frocks and clothing, local crafts and lots of other lovely girly goodies from her webshop and her fabulous small shop - Kelso in Abingdon, Oxon. Liz works on the premises so you can visit and see her at work too!
www.pa-antiques.co.uk - the original organisers of VINTAGE FASHION FAIRS in London. The place to go for vintage fashion. I stand regularly at their Hammersmith Fairs. Do visit the website for details of their other events.
www.antiquesaregreen.org - Re-use, recycle, invest, enjoy! Antiques are eco-friendly and they don't cost the Earth!
www.lorraineberkshire-roe.co.uk - This talented artist is the lady behind my much-loved logo! Just visit her site for any illustration commissions or to buy quirky artwork and incredible papier mache pieces!
www.louiseloves.co.uk - Beautiful Textiles and Costume , Gorgeous Girly Stuff, Wonderous Old Things for your Home and one of the most enjoyable 'Blogs' ever!
www.thegirlcanthelpit.com - If you're in London get to Alfies for a vintage treat!
www.harrietwilde.com - For Gorgeous Vintage inspired Wedding Shoes and Matching Handbags.
www.theoxfordteaparty.com - an eclectic selection of Vintage and Antique pieces to enhance your home and lifestyle.
www.compactcollectors.co.uk - For all things 'Vintage Vanity' both factual and fun! Look at this great site and join the British Compact Collectors' Society too!
www.beadsociety.freeserve.co.uk - Keep a beady eye on this site! It is the contact point for the Bead Society of Great Britain.
www.plastiquarian.com - Plastic Fantastic! Seriously this is the website of the Plastics Historical Society and is an excellent resource.
www.homefrontfriends.org.uk - A Living History, Re-enactment or even TimeTravel back to the years of World War Two ( 1930's and 1940's)! 'Harry and Edna' s nostalgic site will keep you informed, amused and eager to return again!. Dig for Victory, Make do and Mend, Jitterbug and Jive, Wear the Clothes and join them as they live the lifestyle!
www.friendsofthe40s.com - For all things 1940s!
www.acornandwill.co.uk - an assortment of vintage goodies and vintage accessories handmade in England.
www.tamsinhowells.co.uk - Funky, Contemporary Jewellery made with Acrylic Plastics and Vintage Fabrics.
www.myspace.com/treasuresofalbion - Visit Victoria's site for recycled clothes and accessories inspired by Britain and the Woods.
www.abfabs.com - For great Vintage and Antique Textiles and Costume.
www.corsetkits.co.uk -Sew Curvy Corsetry can provide everything you need to make yourself a deliciously curvy made to measure corset.
www.donnaflower.com- From a beautiful Devon Farmhouse, Donna offers an amazing selection of textiles for the home including kid's textiles that will take you all the way back to your childhood! The site has recently been updated and it is so worth visiting - go there now! Wonderful Blog too!
www.lovethatjewellery.co.uk - Designed and Signed Jewellery, Scandinavian Silver.
www.thejewelbox-shop.com - Lovely Vintage Jewels and Accessories and more!
www.theteddybearchest.co.uk - for Vintage Teddy Bears and Teddy Bear Accessories. Also with a shop in Chinnor, Oxfordshire.
www.thesefoolishthings.co.uk - everything for your Vintage Lifestyle from frocks to quilts, kitchenalia to furniture... All manner of lovely things chosen by Gena King. You will enjoy her blog as well!
www.myvintageclothesline.com - Bonnie's USA based site specializing in fine Vintage and Designer clothing and accessories.
www.sylviavetta.co.uk - Freelance writer.
www.tantrumsandtiaras.org - Kelly creates tiaras and hair ornaments for beautiful brides! She can create bespoke items using vintage jewellery from your own collection too!
www.tarastiaras.co.uk - Visit this site for beautiful and classic hand-made tiaras to order.
www.devoted2vintage.co.uk - For vintage and retro clothes for men and women - good service too!
www.essexvintagefashionfair.com - Vintage Vogue - Essex based Organisers of Vintage Fashion Fairs.
www.gillianhorsup.com -costume jewellery, bags and accessories at Vintage Modes, in Grays Antique Markets (The Mews) London.
www.retrowow.co.uk - 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s Retro furniture, fashion and nostalgia!
www.iPOP.co.nz - cool vintage shades from New Zealand!
www.themakeryonline.co.uk - creative workshops & parties, makery kits on-line!
www.philrussellphotos.co.uk - London based photographer whose specialities includes art deco,
vintage and noir styles.
www.animalglass.co.uk - glass designer Karen Aston makes the most affordable and endearingly cute Animal plaques. If you love animals go there, you will be smitten!
www.oxfordchinarestorationstudio.co.uk - for china restoration and courses.
http://beloved-eleanor.co.uk/blog - History, Geneology, Victoriana, jewellery information and more. Check this out for inspiring and interesting information.
www.penworkshop.co.uk - For Vintage Pens, Pencils and for all repairs too!
www.vintagejapanesekimono.co.uk - A selection of super,original Kimono - just lovely as a dressing gown or robe.
www.tnormandesigns.co.uk - hand decorated, beautiful, bespoke silks as scarves, bow ties and more.
www.babette-wasserman.com - A leading high quality and innovative jewellery designer.Babette's jewellery is contemporary and highly prized.
www.solarenergydream.com- From all the latest news in the Eco world to steps on how you can wholesale Solar Panels, you can find it all here. Good Blog for anyone with a love of planet Earth!
www.vintagebag.com - A great selection of Handbags and Purses from the USA.
www.heyviv.com -Poodle skirts and 1950's Vintage Dresses from the USA, Plus sizes as well!
www.catspajamas.com - the premier source on the web for vintage clothing accessories
www.irishjewelryonline.com - Irish and Celtic Jewellery made in Ireland
www.stardustonline.co.uk - online Vintage Boutique - and a family business!
www.cooksongold.com - for Jewellery Tools. Birmingham based Manufacturer and suppliers to the jewellery trade. Cookson Precious Metals offer a choice of supplies from over 10,000 products for jewellers, jobbers, craftsmen and students.
www.walshbrothers.co.uk - High street Jewellery shop with a wide range and international delivery.
www.monstervintage.com - great site for vintage clothing and accessories for men and women.
www.madisonlosangeles.com - Find the latest styles in designer jeans, including J Brand at Madison Los Angeles.
www.indexuk.net - Free Website Directory.
www.spinstersemporium.co.uk - Lots of lovely vintage fabric and other things that are 'sew' groovy at Spinsters Emporium.
www.regalgoldcoins.com - Gold proof coins are specially minted for coin collectors and investors. These gold coins are produced in very limited amounts, so they are very rare and the value of proof coins have been consistent on increasing their value.
www.theonlineshoppingtown.co.uk - The Online Shopping Town - a unique online shopping directory of handpicked UK shops, with graphic streets that you can "walk" around. We are included on the Vintage Clothing Street. Don't forget to vote for us if you visit!
www.shoppingtrolley.net - The Uk on-line shopping mall!
www.become.co.uk - online shopping site with 'Shopaholic' - a shopping blog around hot trends, product reviews and must haves for online shoppers.
www.facebook.com - become a member of our bag the jewels group, and a fan of the website - just put "bag the jewels" in the search area to find us!
www.antique-collecting.co.uk - If you enjoy expert opinion on all manner of antiques, Antique Collecting magazine will provide you with an instructive and enjoyable read. From only £30 a year you will receive 10 issues delivered to your doorstep and benefit from many reader offers on a host of books published by Antique Collectors' Club.