Festival Fun....!

With so much art and culture happening in our city at the moment, May is the perfect month to remind you how much Brighton is a bustling hub for artists and creatives. Being something we've always championed at Appendage, there's no better time to pop in and browse our wares, made by some of our favourite local designers.

New in for May, this delightful glass ware with meadow florals brings the countryside into you home. Wooden topped storage jars and lamp bases continue the botanical theme.  Ellie's Beekeeper print and the Loris shade are an illustrative joy. Orla's jolly bird brooches bring a flash of colour into your wardrobe.

Glass starts £10.95  Storage jar £124.95  Lamp £68,95  Shade £35.95  Brooch £10.95 Print £49.95

The Brighton prints are always a good souvenir for those who 'wish they were here'. The heirloom  cushion is exquisitely embroidered and makes a great wedding present. Ken's bold jugs are part of our expanding range with some fabulous new colours. Sam's quirky boxes have their own  character you'll find one that appeals to you. Lesley's cat danglies complement her lamp range and Lynsey's cherries make for bold brooches.

Print £28.95  Cushion £124.95  Jugs start £23.95  Box £47.95  Cat £5.95 Cherries £18.95

The glass clocks are gorgeous but practical. Guy's new paintings of scenes from the South Downs have proven to be a big hit.Fill Jane's bird vases with a bunch of meadow flowers from your country walk. Her wine breathers are a portrait of British Wildlife and are perfect for your summer lunches spent outdoors. The diaphanous silk Europe scarf is a must have for cooler summer evenings.

Clock large £84.95  Paintings from £120.00  Vase £ 64.95  Wine Breather 21.95  Scarf £32.95

Mellow yellow ...or orange!

With such bold colour, this Lion cushion will make a loud roar on any sofa in need of a bit of vibrancy.

A classic with a twist, the new Harris tweed bags are a great size and beautifully made.

Our new glass plates mix the organic with the graphic to make a striking centerpiece.

Inca's fluro perspex jewellery is ideal for spring, when a splash of colour is just what your wardrobe needs.

Cushion £33.95   Bag £93.95  Plate £28.95 Jewellery starts £16.95

No colour says Easter quite like yellow. Be it new born chicks or ready-to-hatch eggs, its the colour of new beginnings. So make a fresh start this season with our soft woollen blankets or bird lamp shades, able to enliven any front room. Lynsey's felt garland necklaces are a delicate delight whilst Karen's bunny brooch and Anna' flower earrings are an inexpensive way to bring a touch of spring to your look.

Blanket £83.95  Lampshade £35.95  Necklace start £35.95  Brooch £12.95  Earrings £10.95

We love you Mum!

Struggling to find a gift just as fabulous as your dear mum for Mothers day? Here are some ideas at Appendage that make for great presents.

Flowers are always a winner for Mothers day, why not get one of Ken's floral jugs to enhance a classic bunch of tulips. Guy's new paintings capture a blossoming Sussex countryside, perfect as we finally begin to move into Spring. Make that Mother's Day breakfast extra special with David's blue and white pottery. Our bird brooches make a lovely accessory, whilst Sam's pincushions are a great gift for those with a penchant for needlework.

 Jug £59.95  Paintings from £120.00  Pottery from £19.95  Brooch £11.95  Pincushion £13.95

If all that spring cleaning gives you a bit of inspiration for a makeover, then Ellie's range of contemporary illustrations are a perfect addition to any room. If your mum hates to throw anything away, then Laura's new range of bags should appeal to her thrifty nature. They make great use of old vintage jackets, combining bold blocks of colour and pattern. Her range of bright and stripey phone covers are a fun use of recycled sweaters. Anna's mosaic mirrors reflect a new year, each one is completely unique, spot the crockery your mum used to own.
Sam's portrait boxes cover a broad range of quirky personalities from mermaids to Frida Kahlo find the perfect one for your mum. The new Lion mug is a must for tea in bed, don't restrict the treat to Mother's Day!

Print £49.95  Bag £49.95  Phone/Purse £9.95  Box £47,95  Mug £14.95 Mirror £196.00

Love and Kisses...

Sam's happy couple cushions make for a great joint present you can both enjoy. You might even be able to find a pair that looks just like the two of you among the numerous designs.

You're partner might already be sweet enough as they are, but Hannah's new sugar pots are ideal for keeping all manner of treats in.The espresso cups and trays will also make bringing your better half breakfast in bed that little bit more special.

cushions £31.95   sugar pots £17.95   espresso cups £12.95   trays 16,95

When looking for some simple but eye-catching tokens of affection, you can't go wrong with Caroline's lovebirds and Anna's Mosaic hearts, in beautiful minimal designs or eye-popping colours.

If you're taking the evening into your own hands and cooking dinner for your date, then Hannah's salt and pepper pots make for great company in your kitchen.

You'll love Lesley's latest foxy lamps for their quirky style and also perfect if you want to add some atmospheric lighting to your evening.

paper cuts £21.95   mosaic hearts £31.95   salt/pepper £18.95   lamps £59.95

Whether you're spending Valentines treat at your favourite restaurant or whisking away your significant other for a romantic city break , make sure to grab one of our huge, soft scarves of Paris, Venice or New York  to wrap your significant other in and make sure this Valentines Day is a romantic one.

scarves £27.95

The pink Lovelock cushion by Lush will make it feel extra romantic when its time to get comfy and cuddle on the sofa in front of your favourite box-set.

Annie's angora berets bring a little bit of Paris, the city of love, to your loved ones style, whilst keeping their ears warm during any late night strolls.

February doesn't have to be all grey. Lynsey's felt necklaces and bows add a fabulous splash of pink and red to any wardrobe.

cushions £33.95   beret £39.95   bow £14,95   necklace £33.95

Jewel Colours of Autumn

It's official...! There's a nip in the air which can only mean one thing: Autumn is finally upon us. Luckily Margo's jewel coloured scarves are just the thing needed to make that transition a little bit smoother. The graphic silk perfectly compliments our suede bags, both will inject a blast of colour into the grey days ahead.

Scarves start at: £84.95
Bags start at: £49.95

Available in an equally sumptuous range of colours are our soft leather bags which have the added bonus of contrast linings.Practical but also possessing the wow factor, they're the perfect partner for the winter woollies we have in stock, scarves, gloves and hats

Bags: £89.95

Our favourite Wallace and Sewell scarves are back in stock. They are a classic design with a twist, vibrant colours are interwoven to make beautiful pieces. Whatever look you're going for this season, you'll certainly be able to find one to complement it.

Prices Start: £43.95

Allow these warm and jolly wool felt slippers to keep your feet cozy indoors this autumn and winter. The contrast roses ad a fun, feminine touch to the pastel and jewel colours available in the range.

Price: £24.95

A winter essential,... Kerry has combined the subtle colours of the countryside to create her stunning merino wool blankets, ideal for snuggling up as the evenings draw in.

Price: £175.00

Elmina's nordic knits combine intricate pattern,bold stripes and pops of bright colour. Wild woollies for winter days.

Prices start £39.95

Money Talks

Hannah's cat and lion money boxes make saving for that special treat just a little bit more of a pleasure. Their strong graphic style makes them a groovy present for both adults and children alike.

Prices start: £27.95

These Lush cushions come decorated in a myriad of quirky illustrations. Both singly or as a group, they add a touch of sophisticated humour to your home.

Prices start: £33.95

Our handmade bird brooches combine recycling, texture and colour to create gorgeous birds. Alight them on any outfit and they'll bring pizzazz and comment wherever you choose to take them.

Price: £10.95

Karen's souvenir brooches work for men and women. Whether you're team is Brighton or Hove, there's one that you can wear with pride.

Price: £12.95

British Summertime

Blankets: £79.95, Papercuts: £29.95, Vase: £34.95

The British summer may be as unpredictable as ever but that doesn't mean we don't have gifts suited for whatever the weather may bring. For example one of our sumptuous woolen blankets that comes in a range of lovely colours means you can sit out in you garden well into the evening, even if there is a bit of a chill!

Caroline's papercuts show scenes of the British countryside with a great eye for the intricate details of daily rural life. At an affordable price, they make for a lovely gift and look fantastic when framed.

Our seahorse vases are the perfect vessel for a bunch of freshly scented summer flowers and are a reminder of the seaside.

Ceramics start at: £20.95, Lamp Bases: £59.95, Cushions: £31.95

Jane's hand painted ceramics have a soft colour pallet and delicate detail reminiscent of  romantic nature paintings. A flock of the bird-shaped candlesticks will look fabulous if they come to nest on your table or mantelpiece, whilst a spray of wild flowersin the vase will help to bring summer indoors. The milk jug is perfect for when you want to treat yourself to a spot of tea outside if the weather stays glorious for long enough!

Lesley's hand-painted menageries of lamp bases are in an array of vibrant colours and depict a range
of lovable and eccentric characters, all of whom have their own special charm.

Sam's cushion designs combine applique and painting to create portraits of boys and girls that are all unique. So have a browse, you never know, you may spot one that looks just like you or one of your nearest and dearest!

Cushions start at: £39.95, Jugs start at: £23.95, Salt and pepper pots: £18.95

The simple and bold designs of these cushions and and lampshades are hand-printed onto linen and are inspired by the patterns of traditional Welsh blankets. There's a whole range of colours to choose from so you're bound to find one that will compliment your interior decor.

With their timeless and classic design, these jugs designed by Ken make for very covetable items because of their striking simplicity and bold range of colours.

Hannah's toadstool themed salt and pepper pots a perfect gift for those looking to add a bit of fun and quirkiness to their kitchen.