JEWEL IN THE CROWN
Cambridge’s Harriet Kelsall Bespoke Jewellery was recently honoured at the prestigious Retail Jeweller’s UK Jewellery Awards – this year held virtually – scooping up the prize for Bespoke Jewellery Retailer of the Year, with the judges praising the shop’s “steadfast dedication to customer-led jewellery”. Specialising in designs individually tailored to customers, Harriet Kelsall has a team of talented designers on hand at each of its four locations, and has won numerous awards over the years for its groundbreaking concept of a working design studio combined with eye-catching retail, including Bridal Jewellery Retailer of the Year in 2016 and Boutique Retailer of the Year in 2013. “We couldn’t be happier,” owner and founder Harriet Kelsall says, responding to the latest accolade. “Last year was such a challenging year for everybody, including those of us in non-essential retail. It has been tough but still successful, thanks to our amazing, loyal customers and our brilliant, agile and hard-working team. “This award is such a wonderful prize to win after such a tricky time and we are all even more inspired than ever to keep telling our customers’ love stories and life stories in the form of beautiful bespoke jewellery,” she adds. hkjewellery.co.uk
IN BLOOM Injecting a little colour into our homes and lives when we need it most, The Flower Project has recently opened its virtual doors and begun delivering flowers and plants across the city. Its bricks and mortar shop is located on Mill Road and will be open to punters as soon as restrictions ease, but for now you can visit the website and order online, with deliveries made via bicycle. The focus is on British flowers, with offerings including ‘The Florist Choice Bouquet’ – a handpicked selection of fresh, seasonal flowers wrapped in hessian, complete with a card designed by local illustrator Laura Middleton and a handwritten message to your recipient – plus a range of plants, pots, vases and greetings cards. Owner Clare Cook is passionate about making the business as sustainable as possible, using eco-friendly packaging, delivering on bike and even planting a tree for every order made. “I am so excited to have started a business that includes my passion for flowers and cycling,” she comments. “Opening the shop on Mill Road was a dream come true. The community has been so supportive during lockdowns and we are very grateful.” The Flower Project covers most of the Cambridge area and has an introductory 10% discount (promo code INTRO10) off all flowers and plants until the end of April. theflowerproject.uk
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