The Professional Widow

22/01/2026

♒️ Your favourite Aquarian’s birthday is coming up (that's me btw!).

♒️ Celebrate with 50% off all orders. Use code BIRTHDAY. Ends 27/01/2026. ✨

♒️ You're Welcome! 🤣

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01/01/2026

I’ll be honest, I haven’t been looking forward to posting a round-up of 2025. In terms of the year of the snake, it went hard. 🐍

From a Widow perspective, I did loads. I’ve been genuinely happy with how things have progressed and evolved. I invested loads of time, energy, and 💷 into training, worked my arse off, and I’m really fu***ng proud of myself. 💪

Health-wise, it’s been more complicated.

Perimenopause has been doing overtime for the past 18 months. As a brucey bonus, the shift in hormones and neurotransmitters led to an ADHD diagnosis in August. It’s taken some adjusting, but it’s also brought a lot of clarity. Add fibromyalgia, overwhelm, burnout and stress into the mix and it’s not surprising I’ve been bloody knackered and more withdrawn. 😮‍💨

Losing Mani so suddenly and traumatically was the hardest part of the year. He was my tiny best mate and shadow. In the five weeks since he’s gone, I think there’s been maybe two days where I haven’t cried over him. He didn’t deserve to leave so soon or the way he did and thinking about him still breaks my heart. 🌙

Last year I also made the decision to stop doing markets. The last few I did made it very clear that the financial, physical and mental costs outweighed the return. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve met some lush people and had some great days at markets, but I’ve also had some absolute s**t ones. I just can’t handle the cortisol spike that comes with the gamble anymore. 🫠😵‍💫

As mentioned before, The Widow is slowly winding down. The 35% off code (use FAREWELL at checkout) is still active and I have no plans to end it. You’re also very welcome to DM me to arrange a studio visit if you’d prefer to shop in person (the discount applies in person too). 🛍️

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Moving forward, I’ll be focusing my energy over at .and.skin. If you don’t already, please give Sigil a follow. 🫶

Appointments can be booked here:�

https://www.fresha.com/a/sigil-skin-sunderland-unit-18-the-eagle-building-nrxwixri/all-offer?menu=true&pId=733849

Thanks for being here, for the support, bantz and patience and here’s to a gentler 2026. 🌙✨

24/12/2025

As the year comes to a close, I just want to say the biggest thank you to every single person who has ordered from me or booked a treatment at The Professional Widow over the last year 🖤

Your support, trust, messages, recommendations, and repeat bookings have meant more than I can ever put into words. This past year has been one of growth, learning, healing, and evolution. None of it would be possible without you.

Whether you’ve supported me online, stepped into the studio, or simply shared my work, I’m so deeply grateful for each of you. Thank you for being part of this journey and this space ✨

See you all next year! x

08/12/2025

Thank you so much for all the messages of love and condolences. I’m grieving hard in honestly. I miss my little marra so much and the silence without him is just heartbreaking. Because of this, I’m taking a gentle sabbatical from social media and will be continuing this until new year.

💜 35% Off Sale Continues
If you’d like to place an order for Christmas, these need to be in by 17th December as this is Royal Mail's final posting date.

Local deliveries and studio collections can be arranged until 21st December.

Use code FAREWELL at checkout:
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✨ Appointments
My diary is filling up quickly, so I’ve opened as much availability as possible on my booking system. Once these slots are gone, they’re gone, so if you’re wanting some time with me before the year ends, I recommend booking soon.

https://www.fresha.com/book-now/sigil-skin-zb60dcy0/all-offer?share=true&pId=733849

🎁 Gift Vouchers
A few people have asked about physical gift vouchers. I don’t have them available right now as I’m mid-rebrand, but I promise they’re coming as soon as I get a moment to breathe.

Thank you again for all of your kindness, and support. It means the world. 💜







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10/11/2025

Fancy 35% off your next order?

Use code FAREWELL at checkout.

Like I've mentioned before, I’m stepping away from the widow and retail to focus fully on .and.skin. ✨

This offer will remain until everything has gone, so fill your boots.

Once it’s gone, that’s it. 🖤

04/11/2025

I’m in the middle of a rebrand.

As I mentioned recently, I’m slowly moving away from retail, so once current stock is gone, that’ll be it.

My focus will now be fully on treatments and with this shift, a transformation felt long overdue.

Enter Sigil+Skin.

In honesty The Professional Widow no longer reflected what I do (I’ve also gone right off the lilac!).

You might have already spotted .and.skin on Instagram, if not, please give it a follow. I’ll still be posting here for a little while yet, but if you’re drawn to a slower, more intentional space, that’s where you’ll find me.

There’s so much more to come, and I can’t wait to share this next chapter with you.

Thanks as always 🥰

Lol
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28/10/2025

Here’s a post I never wanted to make, but hey ho.

I’ve been getting a lot of inappropriate and energy-draining messages lately (top tip: don’t put your WhatsApp details on your Google Business page as I *think* that’s where most of them have come from).

Every time I’ve allowed someone to overstep a boundary, I’ve ended up regretting it. So, moving forward, I’ve had to put some ground rules in place:

1. The Studio Is Appointment Only - I don’t know how many times I’ve had to say this, but I still get people asking if they can just “pop in for one or two things.” I really appreciate the support, but no — please book an appointment, a pickup, or a delivery.

2. Witch For Hire Consultations - I had to create the Witch For Hire service because I was being bombarded with questions and was giving away energy, time and guidance that went unreciprocated. From now on, any requests for information or advice will be sent a booking link. If you go ahead, we’ll arrange a Zoom consultation and move forward from there. My energy and expertise are part of my practice and I simply can’t continue giving them away for free.

https://www.theprofessionalwidow.com/product/-witch-for-hire-/GEAHFEXRRMXUK2LPAQNTXVQK?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=161

3. Operating Hours - I won’t be replying to messages outside of my working hours anymore. My screen time is already high enough.

4. Body Massage Treatments - Anyone who knows me knows I’ve always been an advocate for men’s mental health, and I truly believe everyone deserves access to treatments that help them feel relaxed, grounded and cared for. Sadly, the volume of sexually inappropriate messages I’ve received has made this increasingly difficult and in honestly, is quite worrying. With this in mind, I now only offer body massage treatments to women. Everything else (except Yoni Steaming) remains unisex.

Sorry if this post is a bit Debbie Downer, but the above has really being getting on top of me and I really needed the whinge.

25/10/2025

✨ Eyelash Enhancement ✨

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This was my lovely client’s first appointment and her very first foray into permanent makeup and she sat like an absolute pro! I cannot wait to see how these heal. 🖤

Consultations are free of charge. DM to book.

21/10/2025

Just to let you know that the 30% off sale finishes on Monday 03 November. Use code HALLOWEEN at checkout to take advantage. 🎃👻🎃👻

06/10/2025

I’m slowly winding down the retail side of The Professional Widow.

This last year has made me realise it just doesn’t spark the same joy it once did. I've got things going on that I'm currently working through, along with future plans that are slowly taking shape and in honesty I just dont have the time, space or energy to keep this side of the business going.

If there’s something you’ve had your eye on, now’s the time to grab it. Be a doll and please order directly through the website rather than messaging me, this just keeps me organised (and stops me from forgetting).

🎃 Use code HALLOWEEN at checkout for 30% off while stocks last.

If you’re a local trader and would like to purchase items at wholesale cost, please DM me (via IG if poss as I check that more often). I’ll be happy to discuss this directly.

Also feel free to share this far and wide. 😊

Thank you for all the love and support. 🥰

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06/10/2025

No tricks, just Treats...

Use code HALLOWEEN at checkout for 30% off while stock lasts.

​Explore our curated collection of healing crystals, tarot, candles, vegan-friendly ritual tools and magical self-care essentials.

21/08/2025

Where It All Began…

The Widow turns 5 years old next month and honestly, when I look back at how much has changed in that time, I’m floored.

TPW started off as my lockdown project and all my stock crammed into this very trunk in my bedroom. Crazy when I compare it to The Portal these days.

In the last half a decade I’ve become a qualified Beauty and Holistic therapist, a Reiki Master and there’s still more to come. I just bloody love learning and I dont see that ever stopping.

I really feel that I’ve found my ikigai. I’m more confident, skilled, happy, and grateful than I’ve ever been… all because past-me said: “Ahh, f**k it – what’s the worst that could happen?”.

Along the way, I’ve met so many lush people too. Clients, customers, market organisers, online pals. I literally love you all git loads. 💜

🎉 So to celebrate The Widow’s 5th birthday:

👉 25% off EVERYTHING online until 08 September – the biggest discount I’ve ever offered! Just use code: BIRTHDAY at checkout. I’m trying my best to shove as much new stock online as and when I can so keep checking every now and then.

🍕+🍺 I’m also having a little birthday hangout on 06 September – if you fancy joining, drop me a DM and I’ll send you the deets.

Oh… and keep your eyes peeled 👀 for a massive giveaway coming in the next few days. I’m going all out this year. Cheers! 🤟🏻

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