Our Power Traveller World Adaptor Plug in the Star on Sunday

The Star on Sunday magazine, AMEN, featured our Power Traveller Plug at the weekend. In a review in Gavan Byrne's Toys for Boys feature and review of essential gadgets for guys.

The TRavel Plug Adaptor with USB connector has been one of our best selling travel essentials this year!

Baby Boom!

I read in the paper the other day that we are in the middle of a Baby Boom in Ireland and I would certainly believe it! Apparently we're trending as much as 5-6% ahead of predicted numbers of births and have been for the last number of years. This certainly explains why our most popular item this Summer has been the Travelling High Chair! Lots of babies and toddlers went on holidays this year and were able to sit comfortably with the adults on a 'Big' chair.

Of course, Baby Boom also means lots of new arrivals - and I can see the proof of that with all my friends. There is a procession of new arrivals, each one cuter and pinker than the one before. That's where our baby gift range is so handy - all sorts of lovely gifts at all price ranges and overnight delivery as well or same day if you live in Dublin! It couldn't be easier.

Have a great week!
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The Good Life

I know I have been raving about Joseph Joseph for the last few weeks, but I have to give them one more mention. I really love all their range, and it's well worth checking out for a gift or yourself.

Many of us have been enjoying growing out own fruit and vegetables this Summer, but as the autumn arrives only the most dedicated of gardeners are planning their autumn planting and preparing for the spring. For the rest of us fair weather gardeners, we are putting the tools in the shed and looking around for something else to occupy is.

Well, before you give up entirely on gardening as a hobby, don't forget that herbs can be grown all year round on your windowsill. And I personally think there is nothing nicer than seeing pots of herbs and other plants on the kitchen window sill. If you are so inclined, you should consider our 'Grow It' range, which grow all year round indoors. They feature all the traditional herbs and some very quirky alternative plants such as Chillies, Tea & Coffee and a Carnivorous Plant!

And while you're at it, make sure they look attractive by putting them in our range of pretty planters available in lots of different colours and sizes to brighten up the Autumn days.

Happy Growing!
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Golf Rained Off

I mentioned last week that I was going to 2 BBQs last weekend. As a gift for my hosts, who both happened to be golf fiends, I brought them along the Golf Barbecue Tool Set... which got a great reaction. Less well received was the rain which proceeded to pour down. I probably should have brought Golf Umbrellas!

I hate to mention it but 'back to school' is only round the corner. I always feel sorry for children as they barely seem to get their holidays when there are school uniforms and books in the shops. However, approaching the middle of August really is a time for thinking about books, copies, pencils, schoolbags... they need so much stuff! It's hard to make back to school appealing, but we do have some lovely Jaida and Princess Kiara backpacks and pencil cases if you're interested. And, for those children who might be feeling a little nervous, I think the Kazuko Kimmidoll Keyring for only €4.99 is a handy one to attach to the school bag or pencil case. Kazuko represents Harmony, one of Life's True Values. There are a whole range of Kimmidolls, each representing a value including Misaki for Tranquility and Nanami for Wisdom. They also come with a range of accessories including spiral notebooks - ideal for school, college or work.

Have a great week
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Holidays & Bank Holidays

The August bank holiday always heralds the last dash for sunshine - particularly if, like this year, we haven't seen too much of it. Apparently many prospective 'staycationers' are giving up the ghost and last-minute bookings for foreign holidays have gone through the roof.

We were in Wexford last week, and the sun was making its best attempts to break through - rudely interrupted by a couple of all-day downpours, so you may need your brollie or your raincoat if you are staying in Ireland. However the weather forecast is promising some good weather for this weekend, so hopefully the barbecues I am going to on Saturday AND Sunday won't be rained off :)

I'll certainly be bringing along a something which is ideal for a Barbecue, party or on hols. It's my Boombox ghettoblaster - looks like an 80s boombox, sounds like an 80s boombox but is actually an mp3 player, made of cardboard - so can be discarded easily after the party (or barbecue or holiday) is over.

Or perhaps the X-mini tiny speakers would be even more impressive. They fit in the palm of your hand but pack a powerful punch with their bass speakers.

If the mood takes you to have a barbecue don't forget to check out our BBQ Fire Bucket - order by 4pm Thursday and you'll have it Friday, in time for the weekend.

Whatever you are doing this week, wherever you are, have a great one!


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