In the Shop
Greeting Cards
Garden Seeds
Locally Published Books
Garden Tools
Local Artists' Works
Himalayan Handicrafts
Singing Bowls
Crystals
Crystal and Wood Turned Jewellery
Wooden Bowls
Bags and Scarves
Local Rapeseed Oil and
Chilli Sauces
Crystals and Crystal Jewellery
One of Earth's most beautiful resources, crystals, are found in the ground beneath our feet. For many thousands of years these have been mined and polished to wear as jewellery or for their hidden powers.
The ancients believed that the vibrations from the crystals were attuned to our bodies to help with healing as well as for protection from evil spirits and ill-wishers. Today many people still use crystals to aid well-being or assist in meditation.
At Laceys Yard there is an ever-growing selection of polished and natural crystals as well as ‘Dragonfly Jewellery’; handmade pieces, often including polished crystals, with silver fastenings and components.
In this fascinating emporium you will find gifts for every taste and occasion. The stock is constantly updated so there is always something new to come and see.
Himalayan Singing Bowls and Handicrafts
We have a fine selection of Himalayan Singing Bowls, handmade or cast and hand-decorated, in a variety of sizes and metal mixtures. When gently gonged or stirred, the bowls start to vibrate and ‘sing’ and the mystical sounds instil a profound sense of peace.
Kate works with a single family in Nepal from whom the bowls are sourced and, therefore, has a good relationship with her suppliers, developed over many cups of tea.
You will also find tingshas - little cymbals, and bells and dorje, as well as beautifully decorated hangings, Tibetan beads and other items from Sherpa traders. Come in and try the bowls for yourself, they must be experienced. Mostly you do not choose them, the right one for you will choose you!
In addition, there are paper goods hand-made from rice paper, recycled textiles and lokta. Lokta is a fast growing plant which puts out many roots which help prevent soil erosion, a huge problem on the very steep terraces in Nepal.
Not only do these products support Laceys Yard’s intention of providing interesting, unusual and ethically sourced products, sales of our Nepalese handicrafts continue to support artisans and education especially of hill-village children in this most unique, beautiful and welcoming of countries.
Arts and Crafts
The Chiltern Hills are famous for their woodlands, so we stock locally made besom brooms, wood-turned bowls and other accessories, including jewellery, made from spalted beech, yew, walnut and a range of other woods.
Local artists display their works in our gallery, and there are several carousels of unique greetings cards. We are also developing a local history book and visitor information section.
There is a gardening display, including herbs, books, tools and seeds. In addition, there are plants for sale outside in the yard.
Local produce is also offered, for example: Chiltern rapeseed oil, chilli sauces and honey.
Events at
Laceys Yard
May 2012
Tuesday 22nd - 7:30 pm Awareness of the Breath as a Meditation Practice with Kate Miller
Monday 28th - 7:30 pm Gong Bath with Georgina Bove Details>>
Tuesday 29th - 7:30 pm Grof Holotropic Breathwork with Debbie Dunning and Holly Harman Details>>
June 2012
June
9th – 24th June
Bucks Open Studios
Tuesday 12th - 7:30 pm Holographic Breathing with Martin Jones Details>>
Wednesday 13th - 7:30 pm Hayfever Workshop with Jo Ketteman Details>>
Tuesday 19th - 7:30 pm Celebrate the Midsummer with Donna Forbes Details>>
Tuesday 26th - 7:30 pm Singing Bowls and Other Sounds with Kate Miller
All evening workshops are £15 and last for two hours. Please call Laceys Yard to book your place.
Our Meditation Drop-In is every Monday, 7:30 – 9:00 If you are new to meditation please come at 7:00 pm for a short introduction.
Sally Blackman runs regular Qi Gong workshops