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When robins appear... facts and folklore about Britain's best loved bird

When it comes to Britain's favourite bird, the robin, the myths, and folklore surrounding it are as colourful as its breast. For centuries, this ti...

Five Reasons Why Lemons Are So Good For You

It is believed that wild citrus trees have been around for about seven to eight million years. Lemon is one of the most versatile, and popular citr...

What is a 'second'?

A second is the term used to describe an imperfect product and is usually used in ceramics or pottery. An item is classified as a second when there...

UPDATED - A Brief Encounter with Sir Terence Conran

It's always sad to see the passing of a great designer. And hearing of the death of Sir Terence Conran was particularly poignant. It's not often yo...

Introducing New Keyrings

New and super shiny, Jin Designs now has a very special range of keyrings. There are currently just three selected bestselling designs - Sitting Ca...

3 Step Guide to Celebrating International Cat Day

International Cat Day falls on 8th August every year. It's a great opportunity to celebrate our wonderful feline friends. But if you want to know w...

8 of the Best Animal Themed Gifts

Animals and wildlife can make us feel humbled and bring enormous joy. The sighting of a shy fox is enchanting for most, and seeing sheep in fields ...

5 Reasons for Giving Minimalist Designer Gifts

The gesture of giving gifts is a ritual tightly woven into our culture. Think about the many reasons we give gifts, from births to baptisms, weddin...

Exciting Design Changes Ahead

These last few weeks have seen some changes. I'm not sure why. Perhaps it's the impact of the world pandemic which has got me thinking. I've starte...

7 Years Old and Time to Look Forward

On Monday 8th June 2020, Jin Designs Homeware and Gifts is 7 years old. It's time to reflect on the past, celebrate the present and visualise the f...

Recipe: Mary Berry's Fork Biscuits

As a nation of biscuit lovers, it's about time I shared my favourite homemade biscuit recipe with you. It's a very simple recipe by the baking geni...

Simple, Healthy and Homemade Cat Treats

- Special Guest Post by Pebbles - Lately, I've noticed a fair bit of baking going on in the house. The humans seem to be delighted with the results...