Valentine’s Day can feel… a lot. The pressure.The clichés. The expectation that love should be loud, red, and wrapped in something shiny. For many of us, Valentine’s Day doesn’t quite fit. And that doesn’t mean you care less — it often means you care more , just in a quieter, more meaningful way. At Hickory Dickory Designs , we believe love doesn’t need to shout to be heard. If you’ve ever felt that Valentine’s Day is more about ticking a box than expressing something real, y

Some places ask you to slow down the moment you step inside. Berwick Church is one of them. Tucked quietly into the Sussex countryside, this small village church doesn’t shout for attention from the outside. But once you cross the threshold, it gently insists on one thing: look up . A Hidden Treasure in the Sussex Landscape Berwick Church feels almost modest as you approach it, framed by fields and sky. There’s nothing showy or grand to prepare you for what’s inside — and per

January is often presented as a clean slate. New year, new you.  Fresh starts, bold goals, instant transformation. But when we look outside, nature tells a very different story. The days are still short. The earth is quiet. Trees are bare, fields are resting, and life has drawn inward to conserve energy. Winter is not a time of rebirth — it is a time of pause, stillness, and gentle preparation . So if January feels heavy, slow, or uninspiring, there is nothing wrong with you.

Christmas is all about the details—the tiny touches that turn a simple moment into a warm memory. Among the twinkling lights, hand-tied ribbons, and beautifully wrapped gifts, personalised Christmas gift tags are one of the easiest yet most meaningful ways to elevate your festive celebrations. At Hickory Dickory Designs, we believe those little touches matter, and our handcrafted wooden gift tags bring charm, personality, and thoughtfulness to every present under the tree. Th

Here at Hickory Dickory Designs, we believe there’s a gentler, more meaningful alternative. An approach rooted in craftsmanship, sustainability, and heartfelt giving. A handmade alternative to Black Friday. Slow Gifting Over Fast Shopping Black Friday celebrates speed — but handmade celebrates time. Time to design. Time to create. Time to personalise something that speaks directly to the person you're gifting. Every wooden card, bauble, tag or keepsake we make is crafted slo

1. We Believe in Slow, Thoughtful Gifting Our products aren’t pulled from a warehouse shelf. They are designed, laser-cut, engraved, hand-finished and packed  with care in our small UK studio. Every personalised card, bauble, keepsake or gift tag is made with intention — not rushed, not mass-produced. Slow, meaningful gifting shouldn’t be forced into a 24-hour flash sale. 2. Sustainability Matters More Than Ever Black Friday encourages over-consumption and fast-throwaway tren

Birthdays are more than dates on the calendar — they’re a chance to celebrate the people who bring joy, warmth, and meaning into our lives. And when it comes to honouring someone special, a generic high-street card often falls short. That’s where a personalised birthday card from Hickory Dickory Designs  truly shines. Thoughtfully crafted, beautifully unique, and designed to last, our cards go far beyond a simple greeting. They become heartfelt keepsakes — treasured long afte

As the nights draw in and the air turns crisp, there’s a quiet magic that arrives with autumn. It’s a time for slowing down, lighting candles, warming soups on the stove and filling our homes with nature’s own decorations. This little corner of our home has become a celebration of the season. A simple basket of pumpkins, gathered pinecones, dried grasses and wooden textures — nothing complicated, just pieces that bring warmth and grounding to a room. There’s something incredi

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most joyful celebrations of the year — a time for togetherness, gratitude, and new...

I needed to take a moment this week as the air feels a little crisper, the days grow shorter, and leaves begin to turn golden brown –...