Hey everyone,

Okay, I’m going to be honest—it’s a little embarrassing to be asking for help. Swallowing my pride and setting this up was definitely not something I imagined doing. Closing our doors was one of the hardest decisions of my life. The lack of footfall, combined with the challenges of online sales, left us struggling. This business is my dream, and seeing it come to a halt for a while has been emotionally overwhelming. But the support from all of you has been what’s kept me going.

I know times are hard for many of us right now, and asking for help in such a difficult time can feel awkward. But if you’re in a position to help, we’d be incredibly grateful. Every donation, no matter how small, will go directly toward the downpayment and set up for a fantastic new location in the heart of Newquay.

And to show our appreciation, we’re putting all donations into a hat for a £200 gift card to spend at the shop. It’s our way of saying thank you for helping us take this next big step.

We’re really excited about this new space—it’s the fresh start we’ve been hoping for, and we can’t wait to make it feel like home. It’s the perfect opportunity to reconnect with the community and get &KIN back to where it belongs.

&KIN has always been about more than just a business. It’s about creating something special, making connections, and bringing joy to people. Since opening the shop, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting so many wonderful people, and I’m excited to make even more friends in our new space!

Honestly, I was completely blown away by the support I received after announcing the closure of the shop. You all really lifted me up during such a tough time, and I can’t thank you enough for that.

Thank you for your kindness, your belief in &KIN, and for sticking with me on this crazy journey. I can’t wait to welcome you all to our new space and show you what we’ve been working toward!

All the love

Lottie x