Amy Bennett

Rhubarb might not be the first plant that comes to mind when you think about making home-made wine, but it’s super easy to grow and look after and can be used to make the most versatile wines from very sweet to very sharp, making it super popular. Why is rhubarb so popular? Rhubarb can grow … Read more

Chocolate is often given as a great gift, whether it’s a romantic box of decadent chocolates for Valentines Day, or a luxury selection to celebrate a birthday, there is a long-held tradition of giving out chocolates. However, for a gift with a difference, rather than handing out boxes of chocolates, we have come up with … Read more

If you have decided to make a special personalised hamper as a gift for someone in your life, or to thank someone for a job well done, don’t panic, it’s not as hard as you might think to make sure that your hamper looks professional and impressive. There are such a wide variety of hampers … Read more

When it comes to creating a beautiful and personal gift for someone, a gift hamper basket piled high with all their favourite treats has to be one of the top choices, and it’s so easy to make one yourself. Once you have chosen the theme for your hamper, whether it’s a chocolate and wine hamper, … Read more

It’s officially that time of year again, the nights are drawing in, and the temperatures are getting chillier, so embrace autumn, and create a cosy night in at home. A cosy night in is a wonderful way to spend an autumnal evening, either cosied up with a loved one or chilling out with friends, it … Read more

After the last couple of years full of restrictions and social distancing, we are finally back to a place of normality. We can properly celebrate with family and friends and have those office Christmas parties again! With this in mind, here at Virginia Hayward, our product development team have been working hard all year to … Read more