At Nordhuset we love stars – on clothes, on scarves, on pottery, coasters, jewellery… on our walls – everywhere!

Even in our logo we have incorporated a stylised motif of the North Star, so even before you walk through our shop doors, you’ll be seeing stars.

Stars, since ancient times have been symbols of hope, destiny, future, heaven, and freedom.

And, stars have helped us navigate across the world. The North Star, known as Polaris, is one of life’s constants. It’s more constant than a magnetic compass and has been a part of navigation and way-finding for thousands of years. The ancient Minoans, who lived on the Mediterranean island of Crete from 3000 to 1100 BCE, left records of using the stars to navigate.

But, for many… stars are good for the soul; looking up on a clear night and drinking in all that… space, you might find yourself uplifted.

Any way, stars are important to us in everyday life… we describe people of importance as ‘stars’, people who excel as ‘superstars’. We like to believe that shooting stars can make our wishes come true. Poets, artists and songwriters often incorporate them into their work.

How many songs can you think of that have stars in the lyrics? Here are eight for starters…

• Starships by Nicki Minaj

• Counting Stars by One Republic

• Written in the Stars by Tinie Tempah

• Starboy by The Weeknd

• Starry Eyes by Ellie Goulding

• Lucky Star by Madonna

• Starlight by Muse

• Yellow by Cold Play

The list might be endless. ..

What’s your favourite song that mentions stars? Feel free to drop us a line to let us know.

Anyway, life as we know would not be possible without the heat and light of the most important star, the sun. And, who doesn’t enjoy a few rays of sunshine?

Here are our top ten ‘starry’ gifts.

1. Starry T-light holders

   These are so pretty! When a small, lit candle is flickering within. Turn the lights low and enjoy how the light dances… enhancing the star shape even more. Almost looks like a little bit of magic

2. Star Sweatshirt

These come in four different colours and are just lovely - you can’t help but feel more positive as soon as you put it on.

3. Starry Jug

This is folksy, and sweet - stick a bunch of Daffodils (Easter lilies) or Tulips in here and you’ll smile every time you glance at it.

4. Star themed Greeting cards

‘A Star is Born’ card is ideal for a new baby arrival, and our ‘Friends Are Like Stars…’ card is ideal as a thank you, or birthday card.

5. Star T-Shirt

The is is possibly a little too glamorous to be called a T-shirt, is has sequins and silver thread and is simply gorgeous!

6. Star MOTIF Pottery Collection

Plant pots, vases and jugs in grey and white. Sweet, stylish and great value!

7. Ceramic star Trinket Dish

These come in two colours, grey and white and two sizes - Ideal for your dressing table, for candles…. for sweets, keys… all those little things that you need.