Busy Lizzies

Flowers can really make somebody's day, it may be a big day like a wedding or a simple thank you for someone special. Busy Lizzies situated on Percy Park Road is a bright friendly florist offering that personal touch for any occasion.



Check out their full list of services on their website below or why not pop in to the shop and view the wonderfully colourful displays and enjoy the floral aroma first hand.

www.busylizziestynemouth.co.uk

L'antiquario (Now Closed) Updated 01/07/11

L'antiquario can be found inside The Green Ginger Shopping arcade (formally 'The Land of Green Ginger') This place is a little gem (literally at times) inside it you will find a mixture of antique and collectable items from porcelain, clocks, jewellery and other interesting pieces of treasure.

I was instantly drawn to the clock and the porcelain you can see in the image above. I don't class myself as an expert in antiques, far from it but I do like great design especially when it is both artistic and functional. When you step into L'antiquario you instantly feel like a treasure hunter. I think the fact that I used to watch Indiana Jones films on VHS every Saturday when I was little has shaped my imagination. This place does feel like a treasure trove especially if you visit when the late afternoon sun streams through the old church windows and bathes everything in a very cinematic light.

Photographs by Anthony Dorman

Because I know nothing about antiques it would be silly of me to pretend that I do so why not pop in yourself and do your own treasure hunting.  L'antiquario can be found on the first floor of The Green Ginger Arcade.

Visit the L'antiquario ebay page here: http://myworld.ebay.co.uk/l.antiquario

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Puddytigger

Puddytigger can be found on the second floor of the Green Ginger Shopping Arcade which must be one of the most unique shopping malls (An old church). Puddytigger stocks a mixture of jewelry, fine art and craft ware as well as soaps and aromatherapy oils. Helen the owner of Puddytigger has put together a collection of locally sourced and ethically sourced handmade goods.

I would recommend anyone visiting Tynemouth to visit The Land of Green Ginger and to go and have a chat with Helen. Puddytigger is a treasure trove of gift ideas, from lovely bears, unique jewelry and artwork as well as craft work inspired by local scenery. My next post about Puddytigger will show some of these items in more depth. This blog is in its infancy and so is written as an introduction which will grow into a larger story. Until then why not pop in and have a chat with Helen who has some great banter. You must also ask to see Boris who is well known to regular visitors.

The Land of green Ginger is one of a number of venues in Tynemouth that is dog friendly if you are thinking of bringing your pooch to Tynemouth.

Visit the puddytigger website here:

http://www.puddytigger.co.uk/

Visit the Puddytigger Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/Puddytigger/155038853623?sk=wall

Gareth James Chocolatier

One of the newest venues in Tynemouth is Gareth James Chocolatier. Where do I start about this place - OK - simple - its awesome. For some reason it took me a while to venture inside but when I did I knew I had found a new favourite place. The interior is superb, relaxing, warm and inviting. The smell of the fantastic chocolates on offer is intoxicating and Gareth and the staff are amazingly friendly and relaxed.

Images by Anthony Dorman

On my first visit I bought a selection of handmade chocolates for my parents for their anniversary and some brownies for myself. I was hoping my parents would leave me a chocolate to try but no they scoffed the lot in record time. Saying that my brownie habit has now reached epic proportions, a tale I am hearing from other residents of Tynemouth also addicted to these scrumptious bundles of food heaven. I implore you to visit this place, have a hot chocolate (the best I have had) or a tea, or coffee and enjoy the atmosphere. When you talk to other retailers in Tynemouth and mention Gareth James they light up thinking of all the nice things on offer. Whenever Gareth himself is mentioned everyone says two things - he is really nice and he is doing fantastic things with his business for such a young guy. Gareth invited me to see how the chocolates are made on the premises which proved two things - he is passionate about chocolate and I would eat my weight in chocolate if left unsupervised in there. I will be posting some images about the making of the chocolates on the blog soon.

Check out the Gareth James Chocolatier facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/garethjameschocolatier

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Fezziwigs

Fezziwigs is fairly new to Tynemouth but is already establishing its self as a a classy destination for shoppers looking to add style and sophistication to their home. Cilena and Dawn who own Fezziwigs have sourced a mixture of home ware and gifts for all tastes and budgets and will no doubt provide me with many gift ideas for my mam who will no doubt be a customer when she sees this post.

Photograph by Anthony Dorman

I can guarantee that most men are a bit rubbish at buying gifts for their female friends and relatives. Do yourself a favour and pop into fezziwigs for some inspiration. If you need a present for your girlfriend, wife or mum you will find something suitable here.  You will find Bronte Tweeds, Chia Maria, Sia Home fashion as well as a selection of great greetings cards (Geordie cards) and a lovely selection of Fezzikids children's toys.

I will be posting 5 gift selections from fezziwigs soon.

Find contact details for Fezziwigs by clicking here