Many industries in the UK have suffered as a result of cheap imported foreign goods and as a result of the strength of the pound against other currencies.

Throughout time, the wearing of bracelets and bangles has been popular with both men and women not just as decorative pieces of jewellery, but as potent symbols of a persons standing in society as well as powerful protective shields against enemies or evil.

If you are an artistic or crafty person, then here are some great ideas for crafts to decorate for your baby shower.

France has been among the main pioneers in many artistic expression forms throughout the country's history.

The story of the line begins in 1730 with the birth of Josiah Wedgwood. At six, Josiah was an apprentice. By 1760, Josiah had his own factory and had been experimenting with different formulas of porcelain, clays and glazes and technological advances in the art of transferring designs to the finished product.