gifts

Hawthorne & Heaney teams up with John Smedley

May 29, 2018 by Eleanor Rowlands

Here at Hawthorne & Heaney, we were very busy during London Craft Week. While having an explore around some exhibitions we also teamed up with John Smedley to personalise some of their lovely knitwear.

Founded in 1784 they are one of the longest-running knitwear manufacturers in the world. Specialising in beautifully designed garments that are made to last. Crafted in Britain and distributed all over the world.

In 1825 they moved on to producing garments using one of the first ever fully fashioned knitting machines, creating the original “Long Johns”.

Moving into the 1950s and 1960 the brand became very popular with many famous faces, from Audrey Hepburn to the Beatles. By the 1980s many British fashion houses saught the work of John Smedley, such as Paul Smith and Vivienne Westwood.

In 2013 they were granted the Royal Warrant of Appointment.

Two of our wonderfully talented hand embroiderers spent the day in their Mayfair store, offering a little something extra to their knitwear.

Hawthorne & Heaney does Victoria Secret

April 12, 2018 by Eleanor Rowlands

Last weekend, we had another monogramming event with lingerie brand Victoria Secret. It was held at their brand new store on bond street.

To celebrate their opening, customers were able to have their Victoria Secret robe personalised with their initials. They were able to choose from two fonts, and a range of colours. We were glad to be able to celebrate with them.

Below, are some pictures of the event:

If you were lucky enough to get your hands on one of these robes, we would love to see a photo! Tag us on Instagram @hawthorneheaney

Hawthorne & Heaney needs you !

March 2, 2018 by Claire Sarah Barrett

OPEN CALL and VIP ACCESS

As artisans we are drawn to beautiful things.

The art we work on is a reflection of our taste and dedication.

We asked ourselves why shouldn’t the the luxury we surround ourselves with daily be reflected in the tools of our trade.

As embroiderers, frustrated with hunting through the ever dwlinding treasure trove of vintage and second hand, we decided to create some tools that would be a pleasure to use, collect and admire.

After all the journey is as important as the destination !

The Heaney’s Haberdashery team want you to tell us about the tools you use. Let us know your favourites and the reasons behind why.

We are developing some long lost gems and we need your feedback on what tools you would like to see and why.

Sign up to the Newsletter to find out how you can get involved, VIP access to limited edition runs, Early Bird discount codes and updates on our progress.

Hawthorne & Heaney does Father’s Day

May 26, 2016 by Natasha Searls-Punter

With Father’s Day fast approaching, there is still time to get your special item into us for personalisation before the big day on Sunday 19th June.

From Ties to shirts, jackets to handies, if we can get into it, we will stitch it.

Prices start at just £6.20 plus VAT per letter.

Monogramming at Brooks Brothers

November 5, 2015 by Natasha Searls-Punter

On Saturday the 10th and Monday the 12th of October, Hawthorne & Heaney were offering a free monogramming service for customers at Brooks Brothers.

Brooks Brothers was founded by Henry Sands brooks in 1818 America, and has since set up in other countries including the UK.

There was a range of colours available, and a selection of styles to chose from.

These are some of the examples of what was being demonstrated at the London Brooks Brothers shop.

If you would like to have anything embrodiered or are thinking about holding an event of your own and would like us to be involved, please get in touch.

Hawthorne & Heaney does Anniversaries

April 13, 2015 by Natasha Searls-Punter

Above: Linen Napkins, embroidered with Diamond Shaped monogram in Red

We had a client come to us recently with such a lovely idea, we thought it would be a shame not to share it. When it comes to finding something different and fitting to gift your better half on your wedding anniversary, the risk is to slip into the safe options. Its easy for the obvious ones, Paper, China, Gold but when it comes to the in between ones it can all feel a little repetitive. So we thought for any of the fabric based anniversaries (see below for our suggestions), you could give a beautifully embroidered piece:

2nd Cotton

3rd Leather

7th Wool

12th Silk/ Linen

13th Lace

Some applications of this that we find work particularly well are his and hers pillowcases, table wear, and also, the classic shirt monogram, however if you have an idea or item of your own that you would like to find out if we can personalise it for you, then let us know and we will see what we can do.

Above: Coupled monograms onto cotton embroidery

Above: Floral monogram onto a set of pillowcases

Hawthorne & Heaney does baby gifts

March 15, 2015 by Natasha Searls-Punter

It’s a wonderful thing when a new baby comes along, but it can be hard to know what to get the new family when they have just received the most precious gift of all.

Hawthorne & Heaney can offer a personalisation service to add the chosen name of the bundle of joy to make your gift a little more special. With prices starting from £5.60 a letter it can be an inexpensive too if it seems that all your friends have the baby fever.

From blankets to booties, hats or pillowcases, just contact us with the item you would like to personalise and we can help you.

Hawthorne & Heaney for Debenhams

December 24, 2014 by Natasha Searls-Punter

The Hawthorne & Heaney ladies have been out in force again, this time for Debenhams in the run up to Christmas. They have been bringing our special brand of personalisation to the items available as part of the ‘found it’ promotion.

Cute little embroidery from one of our ladies, stitching the found it label. It seems that personalisation has been everywhere this year and long may it continue! So for now we at the Hawthorne & Heaney team wish you Happy Christmas and we look forward to the New Year!