Karakorum

01/05/2026

Wow! What a great day! It was amazing to meet Joanna Lumley who officially opened last week.
She was so lovely and spent time speaking to every single person here. She even bought a few things from me which felt absolutely fabulous. 😃

There are some amazing stores here and I feel privileged to be part of such a warm, welcoming and brilliant community.

15/04/2026

Yes, that Joanna Lumley. She's coming to open the Home of Vintage (and Karakorum!) on the 23rd April at 12:00 and we are absolutely beside ourselves.
Everything in this shop is handmade by artisans and cooperatives across Africa, Asia and South America. It turns out that's exactly the kind of thing Joanna Lumley has spent years campaigning for. So it feels right.
Come and find us at Home of Vintage, Five Valleys Shopping Centre, Stroud. Thursday to Sunday.

01/04/2026

Happy April Fools' Day — as if I ever could. 🙏

30/03/2026

Woven wall baskets are having a serious moment -- and it's not hard to see why. They bring warmth, depth and a connection to craft that no mass-produced print ever could.
These are handwoven in Malawi by People of the Sun -- a design brand rooted in indigenous craft and contemporary design, founded by architect Maria Haralambidou.
Layer them. Mix sizes. Let your walls do the talking.
Some of the larger baskets are already sold out -- more coming soon. Follow so you don't miss them, or shop what's available now via the link in bio.

24/03/2026

🧺 Spinning into Easter planning mode.
Hot take: the basket is the gift. Everything else is just a bonus.
Chocolates ✔ Candle ✔ A soapstone llama (because why not) ✔ Felted eggs ✔ A wooden spoon with a heart on it ✔ And a trinket dish that definitely didn't have chocolates on it five minutes ago.
Every single thing in this basket is handmade or ethically sourced -- which means it's a gift that actually means something.

What would you put in yours? 👇

20/03/2026

23/01/2026

✨ Paid weekend role available ✨

I’m looking for a friendly, creative person to support my small ethical home & gift shop in Stroud at weekends — and to help with social media and behind-the-scenes content during quieter moments.

This is a calm, welcoming shop (not constant footfall), so the role is intentionally designed to combine:
🛍️ customer service
📸 content creation
📱 Instagram posting
🧺 learning how an ethical retail brand really works

It would suit someone interested in content, marketing, creative work, or ethical business - especially if you enjoy storytelling and people.

✔ Paid
✔ Real responsibility
✔ Portfolio-friendly work encouraged
✔ Saturdays essential, Sundays flexible
✔ 6–8 week pilot to start

If this sounds like you (or someone you know), please DM me or email [email protected]

Please feel free to share 🤍

16/01/2026

There are so many reasons to pop into our new ethical homeware and gift shop in Stroud 💛
Karakorum is a small, joyful space filled with handmade, fairly traded home décor and thoughtful gifts - the kind you won’t find on the high street.

Expect colourful candles, woven baskets, artisan-made décor, and sustainable gift ideas - all sourced from talented makers and small craft groups around the world.

📍 Find us in Stroud at Five Valleys Shopping Centre (GL5)
🕒 Opening hours:
Thu: 10–5
Fri: 10–8pm
Sat: 10–5
Sun: 11–4

If you’re looking for ethical gifts in Stroud, sustainable home décor in Gloucestershire, or a unique gift shop in the Cotswolds - come and have a browse.

16/01/2026

There are so many reasons to pop into our new ethical homeware and gift shop in Stroud 💛
Karakorum is a small, joyful space filled with handmade, fairly traded home décor and thoughtful gifts - the kind you won’t find on the high street.

Expect colourful candles, woven baskets, artisan-made décor, and sustainable gift ideas - all sourced from talented makers and small craft groups around the world.

📍 Find us in Stroud at Five Valleys Shopping Centre (GL5)
🕒 Opening hours:
Thu: 10–5
Fri: 10–8pm
Sat: 10–5
Sun: 11–4

If you’re looking for ethical gifts in Stroud, sustainable home décor in Gloucestershire, or a unique gift shop in the Cotswolds - come and have a browse.

18/12/2025

Ok, so I haven't nailed the transitions yet 🤣 but I'm pretty happy with my new little shop!

Come and have a browse! Full of ethical homewares and gifts 🎁⭐

Opening Thursday - Sunday in the

We are also open a few extra days in the run up to Xmas on the 23rd and 24th 🙌🏼