Beads and Bow Collection

Beads and Bow Collection - Product Launch

Beads and Bow range is an exclusive new collection by Jewellery Designs by Rachel.
The necklaces are designed by combining an array of quirky bows, fabric beads with a mixture of crystal, pearls and sparkling beads. These eye catching necklaces are great fun, yet beautifully designed pieces of jewellery. These designs are one off pieces exclusive to Athena Gifts.



Here at Athena Gifts we are really excited about the Beads and Bow Collection, the necklaces are beautifully handcrafted and very unusual. We can't decide which design is our favourite, they are all magnificent. We will let you decide?

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Ellees Hair and Fashion Show

Ellees Hair Design Fashion Show, 1st October 2010, Copthorne Hotel, Aberdeen
Fundraising Event for a local charity Befriend A Child, Tickets cost £10

Really excited to announce that we will be displaying our handmade jewellery and gift collections at the Ellees Hair Design Fashion Show on the 1st October 2010. We plan to display a number of our exclusive jewellery collections and great gift ideas for Christmas.

The event is being hosted by Ellees Hair Studio, to raise money for the Befriend A Child charity. Local businesses Cocoa Voilet and Pure will be supplying the clothes and Ellees Hair will be showing casing their latest hair designs. Going to be a great event and something different for Aberdeen.

Tickets only cost £10 and include drinks and nibbles. Great girls night out, so hurry while tickets last. If interested in attending, please email info@athenagifts.com and we will advice you where you can buy tickets.

Useful links:

www.ellees-aberdeen-hair-salon.co.uk

www.befriendachild.org.uk

Get Ready For Christmas

Christmas is an expensive time of year for everyone, presents, party nights, new outfits, food and drink it all starts to add up. Even birthdays, weddings and leaving presents still fall into the equation at this already expensive time of year. Don’t despair here is some tips and advice on how to spread the cost and still have a great Christmas.


Start a Christmas fund jar, try collecting loose change. Nearer Christmas you can head to a coin converter machine, you will be amazed at how much you have saved.

If a Christmas fund jar is not for you, why not plan ahead for friends and family birthdays on the lead up to Christmas. Start buying your birthday gifts and card’s early, this way you get a much better selection of cards and gift ideas.

You can do the same for Christmas presents; by writing a list of your family and friends and setting a budget per head, you can then work through your list at leisure, thus preventing double buying, people forgotten and that last minute shopping dash.

Set your family a challenge by agreeing a maximum budget per head. It is amazing the gift ideas people come up with when on a tight budget. Fun gift ideas for Christmas day are perfect, or why not join together to give someone that special gift they always wanted.

Here in the United Kingdom we all love a bargain or special offer. To hear about the latest offers and promotions, why not join your favourite shops social networking media such as Face Book or Twitter. This way you will be the first to hear about up and coming events, special offers and new products.

Alternatively search online for e-coupons or promotional shopping codes, a number of online retailers will offer special promotions or discounts for their online shoppers. Have a search you might be surprised at the offers available.

Why not shop online, you will be amazed at the number of gift shops that are available, with brilliant gift ideas for everyone. Find different gift ideas for all budgets, from jewellery, gadgets, home-ware, sweetie shops, you name it you will find it online. With the number of online gift shops increasing, prices are competitive and delivery costs low.

If you are feeling creative you could always make you own handmade gifts, such as soaps or candles. Why not search the web for handmade gift ideas, you will be amazed at the choices available.

The key to success is taking time to prepare that all important list and set your budget. Don’t forget to raid the sofa for any loose change to help start your Christmas Fund Jar.



Happy Shopping

Women On A Mission

Black, navy, grey, pin strip suits – do these descriptions sum up your working wardrobe? Career women in some instances can be limited to the business attire they wear, however, professional career women still have personalities and good fashion taste, but how can you reflect this in the world of business, one word Accessories.

Jewellery accessories are a great starting point, a splash of colour or shimmer can brighten up any outfit. Bold, contrasting colour jewellery is a great way to show your personality, be daring and go for vivid colours and eye catching contemporary designs. Women on a mission must stand out from the crowd.


Delicate designs also work well pearls or silver/gold design pieces always look great and never date. Pearls show luxury and wealth, still adding a touch of femininity. Sterling silver or gold jewellery pieces always add a touch of glamour.


Handmade jewellery may be another alternative, seek out unique one off pieces that will turn heads and you are guaranteed that no one else will be wearing the same pieces. Why not try a piece of jewellery created by precious stones, such as vibrant red coral, luxurious black onyx or bewitching hematite.


Word of advice when selecting jewellery, best style of neck chain is choker or 16” chain (vary depending on neck size). Choker style chain’s, ensure your necklace sits’ higher around your neck making the piece easily visible. Beware of long dangle chains, these can be annoying when they hit against the desk or mid length necklaces can get lost behind blouses. Bracelets, we all love charm bracelets but when typing or at a meeting they drive you insane clinking against the surface. Earrings, you know what works for you, 1-2” drop is a good length size to go for, leave your big dangle pieces for the weekend when the partying begins.


Women on a Mission show your personality with jewellery accessories to glam up your power suits.


Author: Emma Crawford, Athena Gifts, www.athenagifts.com