Archive for the ‘Union Jack Gifts and Home Accessories’ Category

Swanky Star Product – Retro Style London British Print Passport Cover

Sunday, May 12th, 2013

For many of us it’s time to dig out the passports.  Although mine’s well within expiry date (breathe sigh of relief), it’s looking a bit tattered around the edges and that’s not from travelling extensively to distant shores, I can tell you. So I’m coveting the fabulous Retro Style London British Passport Cover from our line-up of unique gifts.

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Handcrafted home accessories for instant garden glamour

Sunday, May 5th, 2013

The barbeque has been dusted off and the garden furniture has been taken out of its winter storage but the garden is still looking decidedly tired.  The bad weather is partly to blame but I have to admit, somewhat reluctantly, that it’s my lack of garden skills that are mainly at fault.  With summer barbeques already planned,  I’ll be relying heavily on some of our gorgeous handcrafted home accessories, such as bunting and handmade cushions, to add a touch of glamour to the garden so it looks the part come those summer soirees.

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Swanky Star Product – Union Jack Cushion

Monday, September 10th, 2012

Did anyone watch the closing ceremony for the Paralympics last night? Spectacular! So refreshing for us Brits to be able to celebrate sporting achievements! Some inspiring stories and amazing feats, it makes us very proud to be British! So today’s Swanky Star Product is an obvious choice. This ‘Jack is Great’ Union Jack Cushion says it all! (more…)

Swanky Star Product: British Union Jack iPad Cover

Monday, August 13th, 2012

The Union Jack is massive trend this year, all thanks to the Jubilee and the Olympics. We have a whole range of Union Jack goodies here at Swanky Maison, including this fab Retro Style British Union Jack iPad Cover, a wonderfully British unique gift! (more…)

Swanky Star Product: Union Jack Table Runner

Friday, July 27th, 2012

Planning any dinner parties this summer? Then dress your table in this wonderful union jack table runner, a wonderful addition to your dining area or an ideal unique gift!

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Star Swanky Product: Union Jack Bunting

Thursday, July 19th, 2012

We don’t know about you but we’re really hoping the weather picks up soon. Especially because the Olympic Games are round the corner and we want to hang this fab Union Jack Bunting in the garden in order to support our teams! That’s why we’ve chosen this fab bunting to be today’s Swanky Star Product, also perfect to give away as a unique gift.

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Union Jack Cushions from British Designers

Wednesday, May 30th, 2012

With the Queen’s diamond jubilee just around the corner and London playing host to the Olympic Games this year, it’s the perfect time to deck out your living room in true patriotic style – or at least add a few Union Jack cushions to the sofa! (more…)

Product of the week – Union Jack Rosehip Heart

Tuesday, May 22nd, 2012

Well the Olympic torch may have gone out earlier this week but it was quickly relit by the back up team and the Olympic procession continues. Phew! So to celebrate all things British, our Product of the Week is this gorgeous Union Jack Rosehip Heart. (more…)

Union Jack Gifts and Home Accessories

Tuesday, May 1st, 2012

The history of the Union Jack, or indeed the Union Flag, as many would argue it should be called, is fascinating. The design is simple yet iconic and a very much a timeless classic. With such a strong design it’s no wonder people (and not just the Brits) love Union Jack gifts and home accessories. (more…)

Swanky Maison Waves the Union Jack for British Talent

Thursday, April 12th, 2012

Swanky Maison’s mission is to support and promote British talent and so with the Olympics and the Diamond Jubilee happening this year we’re even more excited to be able to celebrate all things Britannia! (more…)