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Embrace the Elegance of Vintage British Style: The Timeless Charm of Gluggle Pitchers and Duckhead Umbrellas

Embrace the Elegance of Vintage British Style: The Timeless Charm of Gluggle Pitchers and Duckhead Umbrellas

Oh, the Brits. They've given us Shakespeare, the Beatles, and an unshakable love for tea. But among their finest exports? The Gluggle Jug and the Duckhead Umbrella. These aren't just items; they're pieces of history, little tokens of British quirk and craftsmanship that have traveled through time to find a spot in our homes (and our hearts). A Splash of Gluggle Jug History:Imagine a jug. Now, imagine it glugging. That's the sound of centuries of British tradition pouring into your glass. The Gluggle Jug, born in Staffordshire, England, during the mid-19th century, was no ordinary pitcher. With a design as...

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The Tooth Fairy's Visit: Creating Memorable Nights with Fairy and Monster Tooth Fairy Pillows

The Tooth Fairy's Visit: Creating Memorable Nights with Fairy and Monster Tooth Fairy Pillows

Once upon a time, in the not-so-silent nights of homes buzzing with the anticipation of tiny, wiggly teeth ready to make their exit, there lived a mystical creature known as the tooth fairy. This isn’t just a story about a fairy exchanging a tooth for a token; it's about how we, at Bowerbird, are committed to making these nights unforgettable with our magical tooth fairy pillows for boys and girls. The History of the Tooth Fairy Okay, gather around for a tale that's as bizarre as it is charming—because who else but medieval humans would dream up the tooth fairy?...

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Local Spotlight: The Makers Behind Our Spring Collection

Local Spotlight: The Makers Behind Our Spring Collection

Introduction Spring is in the air, folks, and with it comes the promise of new beginnings and, in our case, the delightful chance to chat with Tess Kress, the remarkable talent behind The Minimalist Ceramist. Tess isn't just another artisan; she's a local Novato legend whose ceramic and now, thrillingly, cement curios have stolen the show at craft fairs far and wide - and let's not forget their coveted spot within our very own store. As the rain clouds started to lift, we found ourselves amidst the creative bustle of this month's West Coast Craft festival, where Tess was kind...

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The VOITED Blanket Poncho: Your Spring Essential

The VOITED Blanket Poncho: Your Spring Essential

Spring is like that friend who can't decide where to eat. One minute it's sunshine and picnics, the next, you're caught in a surprise rain shower that's decidedly more wet than whimsical. Enter the Hooded Blanket Poncho from Bowerbird, your savior for all things spring.

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