and the winners are...

We were overwhelmed by the standard of entries submitted for the first ever Make Awards, designed to celebrate the creativity and passion of our sellers and their fabulous products.

From Creative Business of the Year to the seller most deserving of the Ethical Business Award, we’re thrilled to announce the winners who showcase the very best from within our small business community.

Click here to see the full list of winners

Posted by jenniferbaldwin on 27 June 2011

group gifting has launched!

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of group gifting – a new way to give gifts, together. It allows you and your friends or family to collectively ‘chip in’ for a wonderful gift for someone special. And it provides that certain someone with a gift that’s especially meaningful – because it comes from all of you.

Group gifting is suitable for any occasion: from birthdays to weddings, and christenings to graduations. It’s the perfect way to get something more substantial than you could buy on your own. It’s also simple, convenient and secure. Here’s how it works:

* Browse the site and select a gift you think your friend or family member will love. If your friend has a wishlist with us, you can use that for inspiration!

* Choose who you’d like to split the cost of the gift with and by how much

* Find friends’ names in your email or Facebook contacts list, and send invites at the click of a button

* Your friends will be invited to contribute, and you’ll be able to track the progress of the gift fund

* When the gift is fully funded we’ll send you a gift code that you can use to redeem the item

Watch our video to see group gifting in action:

Posted by jenniferbaldwin on 20 June 2011

Sophie Cornish named as new business ambassador for Stylist!

A few weeks ago we reported that Sophie was one of the five women shortlisted to become Stylist magazine’s new business columnist. We are delighted that Stylist has now announced that Sophie has been selected to be their Business Ambassador!

For the next year, Sophie will write a weekly business column for the magazine, based on her experience here at notonthehighstreet.com; she’ll also speak at Stylist Network events and contribute to their social media. Stylist is the fifth biggest women’s title in this country, and is growing fast.

As huge fans of Stylist here at notonthehighstreet.com we are all thrilled. Keep your eyes peeled for her first article in Issue 89, out on 03 August.

Well done Sophie!

To read the article in full, click here

Posted by jenniferbaldwin on 08 June 2011

The Make Awards 2011 - the shortlist!

Earlier this year we announced The Make Awards – highlighting the talent and creativity of the small creative businesses we work with. Hundreds of nominations were submitted from both sellers and customers, and we are thrilled to announce that the final shortlist for each awards and the prestigious judging panel have been confirmed! Click here to find out more about The Make Awards, and to meet the judges.

Posted by jenniferbaldwin on 06 June 2011