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Christmas Fair & Drinks 2007 |
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Christmas Fair & Drinks 2007 |
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The following New Zealand linked businesses sold goods at the Christmas Fair & Drinks held on November 22. |
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A long time supporter of the New Zealand Society, Kiwifruits opened late on the drinks evening (until 9pm) downstairs in the Royal Opera Arcade. The shop has a gorgeous range of Christmas gifts, tree decorations, calendars, music, books, jewellery and clothing as well as all the favourite foods from NZ |
Paul and Karen are Kiwis who sell online skincare products. They source high quality, low chemical body & cosmetic products from many countries through their company Appletree Cosmetics and brought the Trilogy range from New Zealand, and the new Pia range to the Christmas Fair. Thanks to Paul & Karen for donating a travel pack to our raffle. |
Johnny 's interest in pounamu took shape during an extended trip to New Zealand, where he was intrigued by the spirituality and message behind the traditional carvings. He had some fantastic new stock, sourced during a recent trip to New Zealand. He runs a stall at Camden Lock Market if you missed him at this event. Thanks Johnny, for donating a pounamu pendant & earrings to our raffle. |
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In 2004 Annabel conceived the idea for the Kiwi Diary, a beautiful book which reflects the uniqueness of New Zealand's art, culture, environment and heritage. The Kiwi Diary 2007 was a sell out at last year's Christmas Fair and so we were thrilled to have Annabel with us again with next year's edition. Thanks Annabel, for the raffle prize of the Kiwi diary.
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Phil & Vicky roast and sell a truly Kiwi style of coffee (i.e. great flavour, fresh and fairtrade) and are frequently at our events. We're delighted that they were able to join us to sell Bullet Coffee & their famous afghans, which makes a great gift as well as a festive season necessity. Thanks to Vicky & Phil for the Italian espresso pot & the Bullet coffee to use in it, donated to the raffle. |
Wendy joined us again this year with her sister's range of beautiful jewellery from New Zealand, and it proved very popular both for gifts and self-indulgent purchases. Pam Kerr Designs jewellery is made from a range of natural materials, including rose quartz, pearls, crystal, mother of pearl and beautiful paua shell. Each piece is designed by Pam and hand made in her studio in New Zealand. Thanks Wendy for the lovely multi-coloured glass necklace, donated to the raffle and won by this website editor! |
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One of the Kiwi founders of GBK, Adam has moved on to set up the London branch of The Vault, a well known New Zealand design store. He had many New Zealand sourced items at the evening. Thanks Adam for the generous raffle gift of a £100 voucher, which went to the winner of the Air New Zealander of the Year nomination form draw. 190 West End Lane, |
Jono created this is a stunning photographic collection ‘North to South from the Mountains to the Sea’ of New Zealand landscapes during a road trip with friends, earlier this year. The shots capture the natural untouched beauty that is New Zealand and are available either as signed Limited Edition textile art canvases or as smaller IMAGEblocks. A range of canvases and IMAGEblocks were on sale and can still be ordered for delivery in time for Christmas. Thanks Johnny for the IMAGEblock donated to the raffle. |
Maureen's connection with New Zealand is through her son's Kiwi partner, Sally. Her stained glass jewellery is produced by a private firm in Poland, and her range consists of unique brooches, earrings, necklaces and hair clips. They are created using medieval hand made methods combined with the latest modern technology. Maureen also has a selection of Russian paper maché boxes which are ideal for presenting special presents in this Christmas. Thanks Maureen for the His & Hers raffle donation of cufflinks & earrings.
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Jeremy's parents at Mustardmakers produce an exquisite range of organic & gluten free mustards & chutneys in the bohemian village of Puhoi just north of Auckland. Beautifully presented gift packs of three and delicious chutneys were available together with individual jars, perfect as Christmas gifts providing a unique New Zealand flavour, ideal small as Christmas gifts, not just for friends but also the teacher, Secret Santa, and other people you want to treat this Christmas with something unique from New Zealand. Thanks Jeremy for the mustard pack donated to the raffle.
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Thanks for the generous support for the raffle both from the stallholders mentioned here and those buying tickets on the night - we raised £280 to add to our charity account. All the money in our charity account goes to helping worthy causes with a NZ/UK interest. More information about where your raffle ticket purchase money goes is on our Charitable Donations page. |
Romy's welcome cocktail proved a popular start to the evening. It was an English/Kiwi hybrid drink that tasted a bit like Fresh Up, suitable for winter or summer. 1 part Feijoa vodka Mix & decorate with Christmas baubles
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