This ad will be closed automatically in X seconds.

5 Minutes With . . . I Like Birds founder and creator Stuart Cox

 

As a designer, what made you focus on birds?

“Coming from a family of birdwatchers it’s in my DNA, but we’re a nation of bird nuts so I’m in good company!”

Above: I Like Birds teapot and mugs.
Above: I Like Birds teapot and mugs.

How did your passion evolve?

“I grew up watching birds in a suburban garden, and I Like Birds is driven by my passions for nature, design, nostalgia for childhood and the ‘stuff’ my mum collected.”

Why do we all love birds so much?

“There’s a near universal appeal to birds and, whether you’re urban or rural, they’re always around and always raise a smile.”

Where do you take your inspiration from?

“Their unique behaviours, the often overlooked but colourful plumage of British birds, and the fact that we assign meaning to them either personally or via folklore. They provide a rich and fun source material. For some reason all of those elements resonate with our fans.”

What do you love most about your job?

“It’s always good to know that what you do makes people happy.”

 

I Like Birds is a new licensing partnership for My Gifts Trade.

MORE NEWS
PG_H
 
The March/April 2024 issue of Progressive Gifts & Home  fanfares the fabulous Greats Awards and Gift of the Year Award 2024 finalists, as well as the findings of the 18th PG&H Retail Barometer. We also take a look at what’s trending in men’s gifts, along with the very latest news, views and new product launches, plus much, much more besides!...
BB
 
Showcasing flowers from the Asteraceae family, designs incorporate specially selected illustrations from the RHS Lindley Collections of historic botanical art...
MaiaGifts
 
“In 15 years, not a single day has passed without someone complimenting the store”...
NSW
 
Daily hashtags can be used to encourage customer participation...
Greats
 
“It’s such an honour to receive this nomination”...
Women in Gifts
 
The GA’s Sarah Ward, Nest’s owner Samantha Gibbs, and Products of Change’s Helena Mansell-Stopher will be among those taking to the stage...
Get the latest news sent to your inbox
Subscribe to our daily newsletter

The list doesn't exist! Make sure you have imported the list on the 'Manage List Forms' page.