The Mole Hole is an established card and gift shop in the Lancashire town of Fleetwood. As well as shoppers who visit as it is destination stockist for Charlie Bears, the shop also enjoys a loyal locals customer base. Retail owner Caroline Boot shares some of the current best sellers.
Everyday
Aloha and Pinata from Words ‘n’ Wishes
“Great, slightly contemporary, open ranges, for both male and female sends, with short sentiments.”
Everyday
Across The Board from Cherry Orchard
“Sell well across all the titles, with good price points and quality finishes.”
Cute
Barley bear from IC&G
“A very cute felted bear that has broad appeal. The cards also have a lovely finish with lots of foiling.”
Cute
Boofle from UKG
“Customers love the cute puppy character on an embossed and flittered card range covering all titles; there’s something for everyone.”
Traditional
Velvet and Signature from Jonny Javelin
“Very popular traditional ranges with broad appeal and good price points.”
Handmade/Hand-Finished
Handmade With Love from Words ‘n’ Wishes
“A lovely colourful range with lots of foil finishes and good sentiments.”
Children’s
Magical Wonders from IC&G
“A very clean and bright range with topical characters for ages 1 to 8.”
Ancillary
Scented candles from Best Kept Secrets
“A lovely range of fragranced candle tins at a sensitive price point for the perfect add on sale.”
Ancillary
Equilibrium jewellery from Joe Davies
“A very popular gift range of jewellery for that last minute present.”
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Baby gifts from Widdop & Co’s Bambino
“Great selection of modern baby gift items – lovely for Christenings.”
Top: The Mole Hole in Fleetwood is a destination store for Charlie Bears.