This year, I’m proudly celebrating Colour Friday — a brighter, more meaningful alternative to the Black Friday rush. It’s about creativity, conscious shopping and supporting small businesses that make beautiful things with care.

The cheekymono Christmas Shop is here — full of thoughtful, sustainable gifts, decorations and festive finds. From stocking fillers to prints and cards, discover what’s new, what’s coming soon, and why we’re proudly celebrating Colour Friday over Black Friday this year.

What a weekend! My Sip & Shop pop-up at Sandgate Deli was filled with colour, creativity, and community spirit. The kids got crafty with Halloween collages and Día de los Muertos bunting, while the grown-ups enjoyed my famous Pisco cocktails. A huge thank you to everyone who came, shopped, and supported — together we’ve helped fund another week of care for children at the Project Peru refuge.

October has arrived, and it’s buzzing with colour, creativity, and a little spooky fun! From back-to-school worry dolls helping little ones settle, to bright new hand-painted art prints, and our Sip & Shop Pop-Up at Sandgate Deli with Halloween crafts and fairtrade finds — there’s lots to celebrate this season. Plus, a special update: I’ll be closing my Petticoat Lane Emporium stall from 16 October, but you can still shop online and join upcoming events!

Exciting news! CheekyMono now has a permanent stall inside the brand new Peticote Lane Emporium in Folkestone. Packed with colourful prints, products and joyful vibes, the stall was lovingly designed using upcycled materials and dopamine-inspired décor. Come explore it in person, support small, and be part of something good — every visit helps me grow this little brand with big heart!

Since my last market in 2022 (when I was nine months pregnant!), life has been full on. We welcomed our baby boy Solomon, moved to the seaside town of Folkestone, and now — finally — cheekymono is back! I'm excited (and a little nervous) to be returning to markets, starting with Sandgate Primary's Summer Sizzle Fayre. Come say hi and shop the latest prints and playful designs, all crafted with love.