Heart n Soul is an award-winning London based charity and creative arts company. It provides opportunities for people with learning disabilities. So, whether an individual wants to develop a new skill, take part in exciting and creative activities, or find work in the cultural sector, the charity aims to provide them with these empowering possibilities. […]
Have you ever dreamed of how your partner will pop the question? Your fantasy might involve white, sandy beaches and a candlelit dinner, or your pet puppy galloping towards you with a basket of roses in its mouth carrying the ring. It might not involve any of those things, but I bet my bottom dollar your fantasy doesn’t […]
Cupids underwear, dark handsome men, blazing torch parades and lentil soup. Who’d have thought that the celebrations of one festivity could have so many different customs? Cultures all around the world mark the occasion of New Year based on traditions, legends, and just plain fun. Can you guess where the tradition of wearing red undies […]
This month we are happy to announce a long-term partnership with Fashion & Textile Children’s Trust (FTCT). FTCT supports families by providing financial grants for children of UK fashion and textile families. This small charity has a long history of offering support to families in the industry, and believe no family should struggle financially to […]
Whether it’s Christmas, a birthday, Valentines day or even just because – gift giving doesn’t come naturally to all of us. When we should be celebrating with family or enjoying a party, instead we’re gnashing our teeth and fearing the worst – ‘Will they hate the gift?’ For those of us who are notoriously bad gift […]
The Cabbage Patch is a USA based charity, which aims to empower vulnerable children and their families by providing a range of counselling and educational services. They recently hosted an event to raise awareness. Bags of Love teamed up with the charity to create unique tea towels featuring art by the Cabbage Patch children. Local seasonal boutique, […]
Clock watching is hardly fun, is it? Staring at the hands for what feels like an hour, only to realise just 2 minutes have gone by. Actually, clocks in general are pretty mundane. But, not anymore! These funny clock designs are a total game changer. From a clock that shows you what your boyfriend is […]
Everyone gets bored sometimes, and it can strike at any moment. The boredom monster rears its head after a few of having the flu, or when you’re working on a project that you just can’t wrap your head around. Perhaps you’re simply tired of your monotonous routine, or even just stuck inside on a drizzly […]
Bags of Love recently teamed up with Create, the UK’s leading charity empowering lives through the creative arts, to help raise money during their 14th Anniversary Gala Dinner. The glamourous celebration, which took place at Mosimann’s in Belgravia, was complete with excellent food, wine and conversation, all with the aim of raising further funds for […]
How to Make a Pencil Case at Home If you’re just starting out in arts & crafts or simply want a fun activity for the weekend, then this sewing projects video is for you. Dust off the old sewing machine, or beg your neighbour to borrow theirs, and learn how to make a pencil case. […]