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Hello Darling (Etsy: HelloDarlingDotGifts) is raising funds for the Stroke Association UK by selling handmade Candles/Gift Boxes, and other handmade items.

Etsy page: https://hellodarlingdotgifts.etsy.com

Crystal started this fundraiser after her mum passed away from a stroke in April 2022. She started creating hampers for friends and family, however wanted to do something she could fit around her full-time job. Creating and selling candles outside of her full-time role has also helped her through the grieving process by focusing on something doing something positive in memory of her mum.

The name Hello Darling derives from her mum, as she would often greet her two daughters and husband with this, and which is why Crystal decided this would be the perfect name for her giftbox fundraiser.

Thank you to those of you who have supported the fundraiser so far, as we have managed to raise £50 to date, through our Instagram fundraiser (@hellodarling.gifts). We're looking forward to fundraising more in the New Year.