Shopping is not my favourite occupation, and I needed some winter scarves, embroidered with our charity initials, to keep us warm, and to remind people of those who are still in need.

I found my saviour on ebay. JC & T embroidery are a small family run business that prides itself on quality products and service. Trust me, they are brilliant.

They enjoy creating personalised products and were endlessly helpful while I explained what I needed.

Though the scarves I found on their site are classed as men’s scarves, they are a gorgeous soft wool / silk blend and have a velvety softness. I can’t wear wool against my skin, but these are perfect. We were offered the choice of either black, a very nice marl grey & camel colour or a beige & biscuit colour.

Then there was some discussion about the personalised initials. Carol was extraordinarily patient, because she wanted to get it just right.

Well, she did. We are thrilled. The scarves wash well, keep us cosy and help to spread the word about the charity. They’d also make a really good, and reasonable Christmas present. You can have a motif embroidered, ,initials, or whatever is your fancy.

With Christmas coming it’s well worth thinking of other personalised presents.

There are many options at JC & T embroidery. I liked these Christmas napkins. I wouldn’t usually bother, but sitting around the parson’s nose, pulling crackers, they do elevate the proceedings.

Do contact Carol for help and great discounts on an order of 4 napkins or more. I thought they’d make great keepsake wedding items, and lots of people will be planning those now.

Some will have new babies in the family..

Whatever the product, Carol says that they can embroider in any colour thread.

Have a look at them on ebay. Their costs are extremely reasonable, and the product excellent.

Delivery was prompt.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/jctembroidery2016