Derbyshires, is a large shop in the coastal town of Formby in Merseyside. It caters for a loyal locals customer base aged 30+. Owner Vanessa Bellion reveals some of the store’s best sellers.
Humour – Norbert & Val, Virtual Safari, Crazy Critters from Emotional Rescue (distributed by Carte Blanche);
The Animal Function from Paper House (GBCC);
Funny Bones from Rainbow Cards (Ling);
Wot A Mug from Cherry Orchard;
Happy As Larry from Abacus
“Our collection of humour ranges appeal to all different age groups, and the ranges are funny without being rude; there’s something to tickle everyone!”
Photographic – Cumbria & The Lakes from Heritage Cards & Souvenirs
“The publisher offers local and regional scenes on cards. The designs we stock are of the Lake District, a beautiful area close to us.”
Photographic – Graphite from Abacus
“A male range which captures themes and hobbies appealing to men.”
Contemporary – Velvet from Clare Maddicott (Abacus) and Candy and Glitterati from Mint Publishing
“We have customers from two different ends of the age spectrum and these chic designs appeal to both.”
Traditional– Colour from Grass Roots
“Traditional with a modern edge, the appeal is that the designs are friendship sends with sways of colour and glitter.”
Handmade/Hand-Finished-Moonlight from Real & Exciting Designs (Mint Publishing)
“Nice modern designs with lovely unusual finishes.”
