sharpe designs

Steampunk, Pirate, and you can smoke while you shop here

2009-05-12T06:59:00.000-07:00

We have some fantastic new designs available fom the Alchemy Steampunk jewellery range. These are beautifully detailed with all the components of Victorian steampower design reproduced in pewter with copper and brass detail and miniture rubber pipe work. See the steampunk wristwatch with a hinged hatch over the guage watchface and replicated steampowered workings. The steampunk jewellery features knife switches, cogs, keys, electromagnets and guages put together with Alchemys' flair for detail and craftsmanship.

Need to set of the jewellery of with some stylish clothing ? - you don't get any more stylish than our stunning gothic pirate coat in heavy brocade, fully lined in black silk. A sumptuous new addition to our range of cloaks, coats and jackets. And for the perfect gothic, romantic shirt just look here. The design and quality are superb, you won't be disappointed !

New dresses, skirts and tops in romantic gothic, tye dyes, witchy and medieval styles from plain black laced dresses to ruched and embroidered silk gowns and skirts in glorious colours match with flowing sleeve tops and laced basques. A collection of classic 'gothique' complete with hair accessories, jewellery, scarves, gloves, and bags

you can also find

For the tribal pagan - pentacle hoodies and T's, green man eco warrior T's and the medieval Reaper Robe.

Cards celebrating celebrating celtic gods and goddesses and traditional celtic, wicca festivals which you can send to a friend to celebrate a festival, write a letter or a note, a thank you, an invitation, or send them as birthday cards.

Craftsman made talismans, for blessings, planetary talismans and goddesses and pentacles beautifully detailed in finest pewter.

Browse the shop to find some lovely gifts for yourself or a friend, playing cards, tankards, perfume bottles, coasters, pewter giftware in gothic and celtic designs and more - and of course a fabulous range of clothing and jewellery

We have some stunning summer clothing arriving over the next few weeks so check back to see whats new in.

Save yourself the hassle of shopping til you drop and sit down to shop ! You can also smoke while you shop here : ) Sit - smoke - shop - bliss : )

Any queries - just email and will do our best to help. UK delivery is inclusive and worldwide shipping available.

gothic clothing and jewellery, celtic pewter - new designs, and much more

2008-09-02T07:03:00.000-07:00

Curious Celtic Collection

Our gorgeous new collection of Contemporary Celtic designs in pewter - a Curvilinear collection for the Celtic purist inspired by the Curvilinear Designs used on Celtic horse mounts, torc and shield boss decoration.

Curvilinear Art, or, Insular British Art, is a very beautiful and distinctive Celtic Art which flourished through the 1st century BC until the 1st century AD. In curvilinear art none of the lines cross each other. The interlacing knot work, commonly thought of as Celtic was brought to Britain in the 6th century AD by Saxon Christian monks. For more curvilinear designs see the Green Man Ecowarrior range of Tshirts vests and polo shirts

Celtic Pewter gifts

A beautiful new collection of small pewter pots with decoration found on Celtic horse fittings, shields and torc terminals and curvilinear design iron coasters, little works of art to grace any table.

Designs from the Sutton Hoo Hoard

The gorgeous Duck Casket and Anglo Saxon pot are also cast in pewter with decoration inspired by finds from the Sutton Hoo ship burial. The Duck and Falcon iron coasters compliment the range, little works of art for your table

Pewter Jewellery, Gifts and Tableware

Fantastic dark side jewellery necklaces, bracelets, earrings and wristbands in Skull n X bones, spider, bat and pentacle designs, and set with Swarovski crystals. If your looking for a special present check out the gifts and tableware for Athelstans' Skull pot, tankards, plates and the macabre, but lovely, quill pen.

Pewter Talismans for blessings, Planetary Talismans, Goddesses and Pentacles

These talismans are incredibly detailed and craftsman made in the finest quality Excelsior pewter. They are made as pendants but can be hung on belts, bags or (as in the office here) on your monitor. Use your talisman to channel your hopes, dreams and wishes or to connect with the influences of the planets. Find out more

Womens Romantic, Gothic, Witchy and Pagan Clothing

Introducing the new collection of witchy and gothic hoodies. Lovely hooded tops and Tshirts with long pixie, elvish hoods in velvet, jersey and sheer georgette. Lots of new designs are coming in over the next few weeks. Beautiful dresses, basques, tops, and skirts. Long velvet cloaks, coats and silk jackets are complimented by a range of gloves, bags and purses. Stunning designs, superb quality and excellent prices - take a look. Clothing for everyday, special occasions, handfastings, weddings and proms.

Mens Romantic Gothic and Pirate Clothing

Superb design and quality. There are new additions to the current range of shirts, trousers and Tshirts including belts and pewter buckles, wallets and chains, and more arriving over the coming month, so check back for the latest.

Gothic Photo Gallery

Browse our gallery of gothic photographs taken on location by Carl Ryan with models from Lush wearing our fantastic gothic clothing. A feast of clothing and locations.

Cards and Calendars

The 2009 Calendar of Traditional Customs is now available. It has a wealth of interesting info about the many traditional and pagan festivals and customs associated with each month and is beautifully illustrated. you will also find a glorious range of cards celebrating traditional Celtic and pagan festivals, including Yule and Winter Solstice cards and Celtic Gods and Goddesses.

Egyptian Glass Perfume Bottles with 24c gold

Hand made in a fantastic range of colours and intricate designs finished with 24c gold, these perfume bottles make beautiful presents either for yourself or a friend. Use them for perfume, scented oils or just for decoration.

Browse the galleries - you're sure to find something irresistible ! See you there !

lazy hazy dayze

2008-06-10T11:05:00.000-07:00

We had a great time at the Green Man Festival in Clun at the begining of May - the Green Man triumphed and the weather was lovely and so were the people. You can see some pictures of the festival here।

The Green Man comes into his own now with festivals and celebrations across the country. The Druidic Green Man Eco Warrior design is now available on T-shirts, polos, vests and sweet little childrens Ts in a range of colours and sizes from 1 year old to adult XXXL - so - something for everyone - no matter what size। Great for gifts, for gardeners, for festivals, for summer.

Now the weather is lovely and summer is really here send a friend a card to celebrate the Summer Solstice (21st June). This beautiful print will bring back memories of the glorious summer it celebrates।

The dragonesque clothing range is superb with new dresses, basques, tops, skirts, cloaks, bags, long gloves and mens wear. Gothic and medieval witchy styles in velvet, satin,lace and tye dye cotton - beautifully designed and finished, offering exceptional quality at a very reasonable price. We have lovely designs for everyday wear, handfastings, weddings and special occassions, balls and festivals. All prices included UK p&p and a flat rate for everywhere else which makes it an even better buy।

This very stylish clothing looks good no matter what time of year. With lots of new designs in stock and sunny rainbow tye dye colours as well as classic black, we are all spoiled for choice. सो treat yourself to one of the new additions to this gorgeous range of basques, dresses and cloaks, a range of very stylish mens wear in a romantic, gothic, pirate stlye and much more।

In another splash of colour we have beautiful coloured glass perfume bottles that are so pretty, finished with 24c gold, and make lovely (and inexpensive!) gifts। Take a look.

If you prefer the darkside add some sparkle with our beautiful gothic jewellery in pewter and Swarovski crystals - gorgeous little bats, spiders and skulls - the perfect finishing touch for goths and pirates. Or put a bat or pentacle mirror in your bag. For dark gifts there is a gorgeous replica skull trinket pot, macabre quill pen with stand and pentacle lighter cases. Or say with flowers -send a black rose or a whole bouquet in a beautiful posy ring।

We also have Viking and Celtic tankards, traditional pewter dining plates, and a range of celtic coasters which are little works of art to grace your table. There are new designs in the pipeline so check back soon।

With fast delivery, UK postage included, excellent value and beautiful designs to choose from you can't go wrong - stop by at sharpe-designs.com and enjoy the lazy hazy dayze

for womens clothing - mens gothic - bags - coats - Green Man Ts - perfume bottles - jewellery -talismans - gifts - celtic coasters - cards - and more . . . .

new life, vigour, new designs, and some nice warm sunshine

2008-04-03T15:39:00.000-07:00

Emerging from the winter, in this part of the world, and getting ready to celebrate the Green Man festivals and a desperately awaited the summer! Bringing new life and vigour, new designs, and some nice warm sunshine - we hope. Celebrate by sending some solstice cards

Lots of new designs coming in now - lovely clothing in medieval and gothic styles, and beautiful fine pewter jewellery, gifts and tableware from Alchemy Gothic! The Alchemy Gothic range is hand made in traditional Sheffield workshops from fine quality pewter, beautifully detailed and stunningly designed - take a look at the necklaces, earrings, bracelets and giftware in this fantastic collection।

Other gift ideas include hand made perfume bottles decorated with 24c gold, moon tracker lunar calendar, alchemy symbols, copper repousse and illuminated art।

The dragonesque clothing range is superb with new dresses, basques, tops, skirts, cloaks, bags, gloves and mens wear ! Gothic, and medieval witchy styles - beautifully designed and finished, offering exceptional quality at a very reasonable price. All prices included UK p&p and a flat rate for everywhere else which makes it an even better buy. With lots of new designs arriving over the next few weeks we are all spoiled for choice.

We will be with the Green Man at the Clun Festival on 5th May - hope to see you there.

Winter Sostice * Yule * cards * clothing * gifts

2007-11-15T02:10:00.000-08:00

With fires burning and a chill in the air, although apparently the weather is nicer outside the office ! , we are snuggling down to bring a beautiful new collection of clothing to you.

Gorgeous Dark Star gothic, romantic long velvet coats for the winter - see our patchwork velvet or heavy velvet coachmans coat. Long hooded velvet cloaks lined with black, purple or red silk and wonderful pirate coats with lots of red trim and silver buttons, very sexy ! Also our little military, pirate jacket with the same red trim and silver buttons - a steal at £29.99.

We also have new little black party dresses and stunning ballgowns and skirts. Accessorise with gloves, bags and scarves. For men a great range of gothic and romantic pirate/poet shirts, trousers, coats and pirate and pentacle T shirts and bandanas. Take a look.

To compliment the clothing, a lovely range of Jewellery, Goddess and Pentacle necklaces and Talismans for blessings, protection and Planetary Talismans.

A new range of Winter Solstice and Yule cards and a great Traditional Customs Calendar for 2008 packed with interesting info on folk lore and traditional customs month by month. If you are more interested in night than day see our Moon Tracker Lunar Calendar wall chart - you can track the moons' phases as it moves through the different constellations over the year.

Looking for gifts? See our range of Illuminated Fine Art prints and Scrolls, Celtic Art Coasters, Green Man T shirts, polos, vests and sweet little childrens T's, Celtic Dragon Box, Perfume Bottles decorated with 24c gold and Copper Art.

For a good read - you can also find out about Alchemy Symbols, the Doctrine of Signatures and gemstone properties . . . So join us, snuggle down and browse around the fantastic range of gothic, romantic clothing - you're sure to see something to fall in love with. And for a good place to start with gifts and cards try this . . . Yule love it !

skull cross bones & goddess dresses

2007-08-01T10:48:00.000-07:00

SKULL & CROSS BONES &

GODDESS DRESSES

The lack of dry weather has kept us pinned to the computer which is just as well as we now have some fabulous

new designs online.

The mens clothing range has expanded with some brilliant new skull and cross bones T shirts, hoodies and bandanas. The iconic skull X bones combined with fabulous tye dyes are must see additions to the pirate, tribal range of mens clothing which also has some new, really cool pentacle designs.

For the more romantic gothic - see the fabulous range of mens shirts with ruffles, buckles and lacing. And of course gothic and pirate trousers with straps and buckles or lacing in canvas and pvc.

With the usual Dark Star attention to detail and quality of finish this is a fantastic range at an excellent price.

For the goddesses we have some lovely new dresses, tops and skirts in medieval, wench, elvish and pixie styles, great for everyday, clubbing, romantic evenings and LARP events. With some beautiful tye dyes edged with lace for hot summer daze.

New accessories add the finishing touch with some beautiful bags, scarves, gloves and jewellery - with more coming soon so watch this space.

We've also been busy with new tall perfume bottles that are so so pretty and papyrus paintings bookmarks.

The Green Man Eco Warrior has been a buzz word this summer. Our Celtic Green Man T's and vests promote the virtues of

Great Age and Strength (oak)

Long and Lasting Friendship (ivy)

and Truth (holly).

It's a mesmeric design just right for summer ! We are also encouraging people to help stop climate chaos and make your voice count .

So, all in all a busy time with lots going on, lots of new additions and much more to come so watch this space . . . and if you need to treat yourself or a friend to something special - this is the place to go - you will find all these things and more

BATS IN THE OFFICE

2007-06-13T17:26:00.000-07:00

There was great surprise and excitment when a bat joined us in the office a couple of nights ago not to mention some frenzied ducking and diving as it swooped around, as surprised as we were. Eventually we managed to direct it back to the frog garden although we couldn't follow, to feared of stepping on one of the many frogs in the dark!

We are now updating the Dragonesque clothing range with the door shut, just in case. And what an update - beautiful new designs for summer in a mouthwatering range of colours, dip dyed and tye dyed in stunning combinations as ever.

Beautiful new gothic and pagan tops, gypsy skirts, medieval and goddess dresses. Gorgeous matching tops and skirts, great for those special events when you need some stylish coordination. For men, new romantic pirate laced shirts and bandanas. And some great new pentacle designs. Grim reaper robes and long patchwork coats . . .

If your looking for gifts, you're spoilt for choice with gold finished hand made glass perfume bottles from £9.99 a pair, green man eco warrior T shirts, celtic pots, boxes and coasters, copper repousse art and a fabulous range of talismans and pentacles, and much more, you're sure to find a gift to suit your taste and purse.

We pride ourselves on our customer service and have now included a page of customer feedback so you can see what other people have said, some very nice comments we're pleased to say!

So if your looking for something different, unusual and beautiful this is the place to go.

Springing and Buzzing

2007-04-01T10:13:00.000-07:00

With spring definately in the air there is a buzz of activity with lots of new designs and updates.

The iconic Green Man comes into his own now with festivals and celebrations galore across the country.

The Druidic Green Man Eco Warrior design is now available on T-shirts, polos, vests and sweet little childrens Ts in a range of colours and sizes from 1 year old to adult XXXL - so - something for everyone - no matter what size.

Great for gifts, for gardeners, for festivals, for summer.

We have got an excellent deal for traders so if you are interested in selling this range just email for the trade details.

In a splash of colour we now have a beautiful range of coloured glass perfume bottles that are just soso pretty, in a stunning range of intricate designs finished with 24c gold, they make lovely (and inexpensive!) gifts. Take a look.

The very stylish Dark Star clothing looks good no matter what time of year. Stunning basques, dresses and cloaks, a range of very stylish mens wear in a romantic, gothic, pirate stlye and much more. Clothing for Goddesses and Gods - so treat yourself to one of the new additions to this gorgeous range.

There are also new works of art in the Copper Gallery. Delicate and intricate designs, hand worked so each is unique with the beautiful finish that you only get with copper.

With the Green Man, fantastic romantic, witchy and gothic clothing and many unique gifts in the featured galleries - step by and have a look.

We enjoy chatting with our visitors so just email any questions, feedback is always welcomed and suggestions, provided they're polite, appreciated!

looking for something different and unusual - this is definitely the place to go

2007-02-15T11:25:00.000-08:00

One of the most interesting and varied gallery sites - Sharpe Designs - has done it again with fantastic new additions to the ranges.

Druidic Green Man Celtic Eco Warrior T shirt
a fascinating mandala image

An amazing new design, Green Man, Celtic Eco Warrior. THE GREEN MAN is also known as the Old Man of the Woods, Green George, the Green Knight of Arthurian legend, Robin Hood, St. George and as the contemporary Eco warrior.

The image of the Green God, Green Man of the Woods is one of the oldest Folk images, dating from the Neolithic Corn and Barley Gods. The symbol of man’s union with nature, guardian of the forests, symbol of new life and hope in spring, regeneration. He is seen by ancient woodlands, the God of the Woods, the Life Spirit.

As Jack in the Green, he dances ahead of the May Queen in traditional May Day (Beltane) processions celebrating the coming of spring and the rebirth of the earth. In Clun the green man goes ahead to battle the frost queen and banish her ready for the arrival of the May Queen.

The Green Man of the Woods is alive in our forests. The eco warrior is with us.

This fantastic fascinating and mesmeric mandala image - celtic eco warrior - is printed in green on round neck heavyweight tshirts in a choice of sizes and colours. This new design is part of the range of unique British Celtic Art at Sharpe Designs.

Curious Celtic Collection - new additions

The Curious Celtic Collection now has Iron Coasters with beautifully etched curvilinear designs and designs taken from the Sutton Hoo Hoard. These coasters are stunning pieces of art to grace any table and new additions to this fabulous range of Insular British Celtic Art including Triskele, Torque and Anglo Saxon pots and of course the fantastic Celtic Dragon Box. Superb craftsmanship and finish are the hallmarks of this collection.

Dark Star Clothing

We also stock a stunning range of vamp, gothic, witchy, celtic, pagan clothing. Basques, bodices and camisoles, dresses, tops, skirts and hooded cloaks from Dark Star. Marked by the attention to detail and the lovely combinations of velvet, satin and lace this is an absolutely amazing clothing range at a very affordable price. New additions - romantic gothic clothing for men

Beautiful Talismans - new additions

Another exciting new addition is the range of talismans, planetary talismans, goddess and pentacle pendants and necklaces. Exquisitely hand made in the finest quality excelsior pewter these intricately detailed pendants are beautifully finished and presented. A range of talismans for attaining love, safety in travel, riches, wisdom, good luck and including the Seal of Solomon and planetary talismans, you will be sure to find a talisman for any situation.

Galleries

Other art collections include Illuminated Prints and Scrolls in the style of the Book of Kells which have a fantastically authentic production and are finished with the artists wax seal. With the lovely Irish proverbs and Gaelic blessings they make very special gifts for very special occasions.
Or visit the Dragon Fire gallery of Copper Repousse Art unusual hand worked Celtic pictures of amazing detail, see Stonehenge, Newgrange and the Celtic Warrior portrayed in copper.

There is also a beautiful selection of gifts to browse

Just Arrived

Beautiful glass perfume bottles with 24c gold decoration in a stunning array of colours and designs.

looking for something different and unusual
this is definitely the place to go

If your looking for something different and unusual this is definitely the place to go. From the must see Green Man Eco Warrior t shirts and cards to the astrology birthday gifts you will find a wonderful, diverse collection of gifts, jewellery and clothing on one site. Sharpe Designs offers customers the best possible service and has received excellent feedback. A truly enjoyable shopping experience with secure online ordering, fast delivery and personal attention for customers.

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