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Thursday, 18 December 2008

Did someone mention the S word?!

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If you can even begin to comprehend beyond Christmas, do! We promise to have some amazing offers for you across our ranges. Visit Pure Design Christmas Eve to find out what's 'in-store'...

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Monday, 15 December 2008

Eco Design Fair December 2008. Eco goodies galore....

Tweet this Post I hope you managed to make it down to Brick Lane this weekend to see the myriad of wonderful (and some weird!) eco design products, people and concepts at the Eco Design fair. Despite the rain, wind and chilly boiler house conditions, the fair was buzzing. The air was filled with the scent of warm mulled wine and mince pies and eco savvy Christmas shoppers had their purses poised.

We were delighted to have a range of work from several designers on show, all of which attracted the admiration of the public. People thought Karin Helena Turner's gift wrap was beautiful, one lady was so delighted with it she bought a piece to frame in her hallway. EaKo's fire hose belts were a hit and Stella's coasters were snapped up. All of the designers work on show (without exception) were showered with compliments - Audrey Hayes striking scorched wooden stools and sculpture, even became a bit of a touch stone at the show.

There was a great range of wonderful eco products on show and from so many different companies, small and large, new and old. One of the Pure Design team was lucky enough to be asked to 'model' for a shoulder massage demonstration from our holistic therapy neighbours - I was obviously in the wrong place when that offer went out!

My thanks to all the designers who provided their work for us to include in the fair, to Louise Kamara for organising such a great event, and also to our intrepid volunteers who helped in front of and behind the scenes. We can all rest easy now knowing there are a few more eco friendly pressies out there being placed under the tree, and wrapped in Karin's eco paper - it might be a green Christmas after all...

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Monday, 8 December 2008

Last Minute, Easy Eco Gifts - Eco Design Fair @Truman Brewery this Saturday

Tweet this Post This Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th December is your chance to browse and buy fabulous, unique, designer eco gifts, at one of London's leading Eco Design fairs.

Taking place at the Truman Brewery, in Brick Lane.


The fair opens 12-7pm Saturday and 11am-7pm Sunday and looks to be bigger and better than ever. Pure Design will have eco-fashion, jewellery, furniture, sculpture, lighting, throws, belts and bags from a range of our designers. Designers include: Oria Ethical Jewellers, Susiemaroon, Stella Corrall, Laura's Loom, Audrey Hayes, EaKo, Esther B, Julie Roberts, Tamasyn Gambell and Karin Helena Turner Designers. We will also have some fantastic last minute bargains for you, and we will be offering a free eco gift wrapping service on all Pure Design purchases over £25.

So, if you are looking for the last of your Christmas presents, or just want to treat yourself and join in the festive eco fun, come and visit us at the fair this weekend.

.....see you there! Elaine x

Images: Susiemaroon vegetable tanned leather ToolBelt, Oria Ethical Jewellery Silver necklace (recommended in the Guardian Gift Guide 2008), and recycled plastic and fabric coasters by Stella Corrall.

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Monday, 1 December 2008

The Guardian list Oria Ethical Jewellery on 2008 Christmas Gift Guide

Tweet this Post Great news! The Guardian have listed Oria Ethical Jewellery's 'Tony Owl and Blossom' necklace (available through Pure Design, at sale price £75.60)) as one of their top gifts for Christmas.

Visit Pure Design's Gift section for more great Christmas eco gift ideas, or visit The Guardians' illustrated online gift guide now.
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