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Our printed Christmas Shopping Directory is being sent out in Nov so you can shop from local crafters in a COVID-friendly way. Check back here over the next few weeks for a preview of some of our amazing sellers and their wares! Email craftfair@lpsb.org.uk to advertise #beckenham

The Octopus Lady makes crocheted octopdes, dragons, plague doctors and more, sold in aid of Reptile Events Reptile Rescue. More details in our Christmas Directory or contact theoctopuslady@hotmail.com #handmadegifts #shophandmade #ethicalshopping

Our Christmas Directory trader Chester's Crafts specialises in decoupage, upcycling and original artwork, handcrafted cards and gifts, and unique Christmas decorations. Find them on Instagram @chesterscrafts014 or Facebook @Chester's Crafts #handmadegifts #shophandmade

Our next Christmas Directory preview is of Mrs Shah, who sells handmade African bags and beaded jewellery, pashminas and scarves. Prices range from £5 to £20. Contact Mrs Shah on 07974 351269 or jituandprafula@yahoo.co.uk for enquiries or orders.

It's natural to encourage kids to think more positively or to offer solutions. But, sometimes this can leave them feeling dismissed; like their worry didn't matter. Fight your 'righting reflex' and take the time to really hear them. #mentalhealth #timetotalk #activelistening

Check out this amazing youth-led, online zine from @Rethink_ which looks at the intricate links between #mentalhealth and race, including tips on supporting your wellbeing and how to be an effective ally BAME Mental Health Zine: online.flippingbook.com/view/472088/

@TonyGosling Instead we are issuing a Christmas Directory with ads from our usual Fair traders and this includes promotion on our social media to help boost local small businesses. Hope this explains things and thanks for your support. 2/2

@TonyGosling Hi, the Friends of LPSB are mainly a fundraising body to raise much-needed money for the school. Our biggest event is our Christmas Craft Fair which had to be cancelled this year due to COVID. 1/2

@LPSB_Friends what about people and learning - this is all just selling stuff?

Local maker Chillimamas will be appearing in our Christmas Directory with their homemade organic jams, chutneys and HOT chilli sauce, made from fruit & veg harvested from their garden in Hayes.😋 Contact Chillimamas@gmail.com for more info and orders.

Our Christmas Directory trader The Glove Box offers a lovely selection of different and exciting ladies accessories made by Dents. Check them out! instagram.com/the_glovebox20… or the-glovebox.com

Coco & Ginger make luxury handcrafted candles & home fragrance with scents created to evoke emotions and feelings. Look out for them in our Christmas Directory or have a browse through their Instagram page instagram.com/cocoandgingerc… or website cocoginger.co.uk #shophandmade

We know lots of larger businesses are looking to support small charities working in this area at the moment, so if you work for a large company or know someone who does, please speak to them about supporting us in the next few months. #MakeaDifference #CSR #Bromley

Can you help others this Christmas? Our Christmas appeal will provide a food bag to a local family in need. Just fill a bag with all the items on the list and drop it to us. Let us know how many bags you will donate so that we know how many families we can help. THANK YOU!

Bags, Bonnets and Bunting is another trader to look out for in our Christmas Directory. They sell 100% cotton hand-knitted children's garments, handmade Christmas gifts and cards for all occasions. Contact Sharon Pearse at bagsbonnetsbunting@gmail.com #handmadegifts #shophandmade

Pip and Lil Original hand-make bright and bold super-soft reusable face wipes, posh flannels and zipper pouches. Look out for them in our Christmas Directory and have a browse through their Instagram instagram.com/pipandlilorigi… @pipandliloriginal #shophandmade #beckenhamchristmas

Our next Christmas Directory trader is At The Cutting Edge, maker of wood turned items such as pens, clocks and bowls. Have a look at atthecuttingedge.co.uk or contact davidbuskell@yahoo.com #woodcraft #beckenhamchristmas #shophandmade

Together Bands hand-make shoelace bands in every colour of the rainbow. Browse their designs or create your own! You can find them in our Christmas Directory or localartandcraft.uk/seller/togethe… #shoelacebands #shophandmade #beckenhamchristmas

Our Christmas Directory advertiser Fan Mall offers natural gemstone collections - modernist pressed amber,  coral shells and various colours of jade. Contact Fran via phone or email for enquiries or orders: 07435 090945      kinfan8deers@gmail.com #handmadejewellery #gemstones

We are very pleased to have sponsored an ad in our Christmas Directory for Bromley Brighter Beginnings, a charity aiming to relieve the pressure of poverty on families in the borough.  They have just launched their Christmas Hamper campaign - find out here ⬇️ how you can help 🙏

It's A Gin Thing make upcycled retro gin bottle soap dispensers. They have various colour pumps available - a great Christmas gift idea! Email  lollymitch@googlemail.com for enquiries or orders and of course look out for their listing in our Christmas Directory.

Welcome to our Christmas Directory advertiser Kaleidoscope Ceramics @KaleidoCeramics! You can paint pottery at home with takeaway kits from just £3.50 and no extra fees - look out for Christmas shapes, gifts and decorations. Email paint@kaleidoscopeceramics.co.uk