DIY Bath and Body Products: Homemade Treats for Self-Care and Gifting

In today's modern, fast-paced world, taking a moment for self-care is essential. Amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life, indulging in a luxurious bath or pampering oneself with nourishing body products can provide a much-needed respite. 

What if I told you that you can create your own spa-like experience right in the comfort of your home? 

Yes, you read that right! With DIY bath and body products, you can treat yourself to indulgent self-care rituals without breaking the bank. Not only are these homemade treats good for you, but they also make delightful gifts for your loved ones. Let's get into the world of DIY bath and body products and explore the wonders they hold.

Why DIY?

The beauty of DIY bath and body products lies in their simplicity and customisability. By making your own products, you have full control over the ingredients you use, ensuring that they are natural, organic, and tailored to your preferences. 

Say goodbye to harsh chemicals and artificial fragrances, with DIY, you can create products that are gentle on your skin and kind to the environment. Additionally, crafting your own bath and body treats can be a therapeutic and fulfilling experience, allowing you to unleash your creativity and express yourself through scent, texture, and colour.

Homemade Treats for Self-Care

Imagine soaking in a fragrant bath infused with botanical oils and luxurious salts, or indulging in a creamy body butter that melts into your skin, leaving it soft and nourished. With DIY bath and body products, these experiences are within reach. Here are a few recipes to inspire your self-care rituals:

Soothing Lavender Bath Salts: Combine Epsom salt, dried lavender buds, and a few drops of lavender essential oil for a calming and relaxing bath experience.

Citrus Sugar Scrub: Mix granulated sugar with coconut oil and zest of citrus fruits (such as lemon or orange) for an invigorating exfoliating scrub that leaves your skin glowing.

Whipped Shea Butter: Whip together shea butter, coconut oil, and a splash of vitamin E oil until light and fluffy. This decadent body butter deeply moisturises and rejuvenates dry skin.

Gifts From the Heart

Looking for the perfect gift to show someone you care? DIY bath and body products make thoughtful and personalised presents for any occasion. Whether it's Christmas, a birthday, anniversary, or simply a gesture of appreciation, handmade treats add a special touch that store-bought gifts can't match. Consider packaging your creations in reusable jars or eco-friendly packaging for an added sustainable twist. Here are some DIY gift ideas to get you started:

Pampering Gift Set: Put together a curated selection of homemade bath bombs, bath salts, and body scrubs for the ultimate self-care package.

Customised Bath Bombs: Create bath bombs in various shapes and scents to suit the recipient's preferences. Add dried flowers or herbs for an extra touch of elegance.

Luxurious Body Oil: Infuse carrier oils with herbs or flowers and add a few drops of essential oils for a bespoke body oil that nourishes the skin and tantalises the senses.

In Conclusion

DIY bath and body products offer a world of possibilities for indulgent self-care and heartfelt gifting. Whether you're treating yourself to a spa day at home or sharing the gift of relaxation with others, crafting your own products adds a personal and meaningful touch to the experience. 

So, gather your ingredients, unleash your creativity, and embark on a journey of wellness and self-discovery through the art of homemade treats. Your body and soul will thank you for it!

Easy Polymer Clay Crafts for Beginners: Tips and Ideas for Christmas gifts they'll adore

Are you looking to dip your toes into the wonderful world of crafting? Polymer clay might just be the perfect medium for you! Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, polymer clay offers endless possibilities for creativity and self-expression. 

In this guide, we'll explore some easy polymer clay crafts that are perfect for beginners, along with some tips to help you get started.

What is Polymer Clay?

Polymer clay is a versatile modelling material that is pliable and easy to work with. Unlike traditional clay, polymer clay does not dry out when exposed to air, making it ideal for crafting projects. Once baked in a standard home oven, polymer clay hardens into a durable and long-lasting finished product.

Tips for Working with Polymer Clay

Before diving into your first polymer clay project, here are some handy tips to keep in mind:

Condition Your Clay: Polymer clay can be quite firm straight out of the packet. To make it easier to work with, knead and manipulate the clay in your hands until it becomes soft and pliable.

Use Clean Hands and Surfaces: Any dirt or debris on your hands or work surface can transfer onto the clay, leaving unwanted marks. Always start with clean hands and a clean work area.

Experiment with Techniques: Don't be afraid to try out different techniques and experiment with textures, shapes, and colours. Polymer clay is incredibly forgiving, so feel free to let your creativity run wild!

Bake According to Instructions: Follow the manufacturer's instructions for baking your polymer clay creations. Baking times and temperatures can vary depending on the brand of clay you're using, so be sure to check the packaging for guidance.

Easy Polymer Clay Crafts for Beginners

Now that you're armed with some basic tips, let's explore a few simple polymer clay crafts to get you started:

Earrings: Create your own unique earrings by shaping small pieces of polymer clay into your desired designs. From simple studs to intricate dangles, the possibilities are endless.

Keychains: Personalise your keys with handmade polymer clay keychains. Mold the clay into fun shapes like animals, fruits, or geometric patterns, then attach a keyring for a practical and stylish accessory.

Miniature Figures: Sculpt miniature figures such as animals, flowers, or mythical creatures using polymer clay. These adorable creations make great gifts or decorations for your home.

Pendants: Design your own one-of-a-kind pendants by moulding polymer clay into intricate patterns or abstract shapes. Add a hole for stringing onto a necklace chain, and you'll have a wearable work of art.

Coasters: Protect your tabletops in style with DIY polymer clay coasters. Roll out the clay, cut into shapes, and bake to create custom coasters that reflect your personal aesthetic.

Final Thoughts

Polymer clay crafting is a fun and rewarding hobby that offers endless opportunities for creativity. Whether you're making jewellery, home decor, or gifts for loved ones, working with polymer clay allows you to bring your imagination to life. So grab some clay, unleash your inner artist, and let the crafting begin!

We hope this guide has inspired you to embark on your polymer clay journey. Remember, the most important thing is to have fun and enjoy the process of creating something beautiful with your own two hands. Come next Christmas you'll become a dab hand and creating fantastic gifts for people in your life. So happy crafting!

Post-Christmas returns fall slightly, but £1.4bn worth of items are still winging back to retailers

‘Takeback Tuesday’ returns decreased by around 6% yesterday compared to last year, says ParcelHero. Despite the fall, around £1.41bn worth of items are now heading back to retailers, which could prove the final straw for some hard-pressed retailers.

Post-Christmas returns for the first working day of the year were down by around 6% on the same day last year, says ParcelHero. Despite this dip, it says around £1.41bn worth of items are now winging their way back to retailers. The home delivery expert cautions that the fall in returns is likely due to lower Christmas spending rather than a change in customer habits.

ParcelHero’s Head of Consumer Research, David Jinks M.I.L.T., says: ‘We’ve looked at our own returns volumes and spoken to people in the courier and retail industries and it looks like there was a small but distinct drop in the volume and value of returns on “Takeback Tuesday” yesterday, compared to record returns last year.

‘Last year, around £1.5bn of unwanted gifts and goods were returned in the first week after the Christmas and New Year break. This year, we’ve seen a slight dip in returns volumes and, looking at the types of items being returned, we’re estimating around £1.41bn of clothing, electrical goods and toys are now winging their way back to retailers. The number of courier bookings for returned items peaked at 10am yesterday as people returned to the post-Christmas daily grind. The Royal Mail says Takeback Tuesday returns were up around 52% on a typical day last month and that certainly chimes with our own figures.  

‘We’d love to say the slight drop in the number of Takeback Tuesday returns is because shoppers are becoming more aware of the environmental impact of returns and the financial strains they place on many much-loved, smaller, specialist retailers.

"But it’s more likely the slight fall reflects what we suspect was a relatively lacklustre Christmas period for retailers, with online and in-store sales looking relatively flat. Fewer gifts equals fewer returns. Barclays says card transaction volumes on Black Friday 2023 were down -0.6% compared with 2022 and The Guardian reports that pre-Christmas “super weekend” sales fell by up to -32% online and -4.5% overall."

He added: "Our recent industry report shows that returns are costing UK sellers around £60bn a year. The study reveals a large chunk of these returns happen in the post-Christmas period. Around 47% of all ParcelHero shipments were marked as “returns” in the first week of last year.

"Online businesses face a no-win choice between reluctantly swallowing returns costs or risking negative online reviews from those customers with returns issues. 81% of stores say they are very concerned by increasing levels of customer returns. Smaller, specialist online retailers who thought they had enjoyed healthy Christmas sales are now facing plunging margins and warehouses filling with unsaleable stock as January returns come rolling back in.

"Customer expectations and the financial realities for smaller e-commerce sites are increasingly at odds. Some online retailers have told us that they deal with return rates as high as 60% after Christmas, with most being accepted unconditionally in order to maintain their all-important five-star ratings. These returns are being accepted despite the fact that online orders cost retailers £3 more to process than physical sales.

For more information on the full impact of returns on retailers large and small, don’t miss ParcelHero’s report,“ Retailers Reach the Point of No Returns” at https://www.parcelhero.com/content/downloads/pdfs/returns/returnwhitepaper.pdf

(Image courtesy of Mohammed Salem from Pixabay)

 

Calendars, diaries and more from Danilo

If you want high quality calendars, diaries and more for your Christmas gifting look no further than Danilo.

Everyone who you know in your family and your wider circle of friends is covered! Royal Horticultural Society tie-ins, a Musical Star Wars Calendar, A Liverpool FC boxed set, a Disney Baby's First Year Calendar, Children's Activity Sets, a BBC Frozen Planet II A5 diary and a whole host of TV and a host of  film/movie tie-ins including Barbie, Mrs Brown's boys, Yellowstone, Peppa Pig, Baby Shark and many more besides, including gift wrappers and bags. 

Looking for a more organised life during 2024? Then they have special family organisers, too! Ideal for your cousin or for a spot of self-gifting, perhaps? Gamers or Anime fans you need to buy for? They are covered, too! Also, look out for their greeting cards, music collector's specials and much, much more!

And you'll be able to make your gifting purchases safe in the knowledge that not only are Danilo products absolutely perfect, but that the company is 100% dedicated to making a firm, genuine commitment to prioratising sustainability in all areas of their business operations.

This includes implementing a carbon reduction and offsetting plan, reducing the use of plastics and making certain that, once their products have been finished with, that recycling or reusing them will be much easier. Plus they are also certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and have clear recycling labeling on all of their products. 

Danilo also operates a nifty tree planting programme in partnership with Ecologi, whereby for every £10 spent on their site, they plant a tree. 

So the more gifts you buy from Danilo, the more trees you and they  can plant together. 

You can view the progress of their virtual forest by clicking visiting here https://ecologi.com/danilopromotionsltd

To learn more and find out what you'll want to buy, visit www.danilo.com

Fill their stockings with Readly magazines this Christmas: an affordable gift all the family will use!

With the Christmas countdown on, it’s time to choose a gift that really does go the extra mile and will be used well beyond the festive season.  

A subscription to Readly, the digital magazine and newspaper app, is the perfect choice this Christmas. It’s guaranteed to inspire and entertain loved ones, environmentally friendly and kind on purse strings too. Win, win!

With a Readly subscription, you can browse and read 7,500  digital magazines and newspapers whenever you wish. Plus the subscription also includes regional newspapers, podcasts and a portfolio of Disney comics and magazines.  There’s something for all the family wrapped up in one app to read on your tablet or mobile wherever you may be. 

Whether you’re into interior design, travel, Pilates, tech, music, fashion, sport or gardening or enjoy reading business features, news or researching recipes, DIY tricks or looking for something to entertain the kids this Christmas, there’s a title for every occasion - all the latest issues and back issues too!

If you want to curl up on the sofa or read in a snowy log cabin or whilst travelling, you can download up to 500 titles and read in the offline mode too. 

And as Readly gives five profiles per household, the whole family can be entertained and inspired with the subscription. It’s unlimited reading of all your favourite titles and many more in a climate-friendly way,  wherever you may be!

Five reasons why Readly should be on every list this Christmas:

Inspire a new hobby: Support family and friends to fulfil their dreams and support a hobby or read about a new travel destination with the huge range of titles available! Whether mainstream lifestyle or niche, there’s a title for you.

Easy reading at home or on the go: as Readly can be read anywhere, anytime, friends and family can use their gift when travelling, cooking, sitting on the sofa, working out, commuting or in the garden. It’s perfect for every occasion!

With newspapers and podcasts as well as magazines - Readly has so many of the leading national, international and regional newspapers as well as magazines to read. Or tune in to listen to a podcast, it’s all there.

A sustainable way to read - Reading a digital magazine on Readly results in 86 per cent lower greenhouse gas emissions than reading the printed equivalent. 

You can read too!- a Readly subscription gives users five profiles per household so if you’re lucky enough to live with the person you’re giving the gift to, you can read too!

A subscription is just £9.99 a month and there is a range of Christmas GiftCards available for 3, 6 and 12 months, starting at £28.47. Visit www.readly.com for more information.

UK Money Bloggers have a unique idea for Christmas gifting this year which will help children

Not everybody is easy to buy for, and every year, a large number of unwanted gifts are wasted and can even end up discarded and end up in landfills. 

Also, the cost of living crisis continues to grip the nation’s wallets, so many will be looking for ways to avoid wasting money.

UK Money Bloggers (a network of over 400 personal finance influencers and part of the Smart Money People Group), working with children's charity KidsOut, is encouraging friends, family and colleagues to ‘give’ instead of ‘gift’ this Christmas, as the more socially conscious and environmentally friendly option. KidsOut provides Christmas presents for disadvantaged children in women’s refuges, who otherwise wouldn't receive any gifts for Christmas.

UK Money Bloggers conducted research among UK workers and found that through workplace Secret Santa festivities alone, £60m worth of gifts are wasted every year. Other findings include:

A third (33%) of UK workers will participate in workplace Secret Santa this year, but 30% would prefer not to take part, and 36% will give away the gift they receive.

Almost three-quarters (72%) of UK workers participating in Secret Santa would like to see changes this year due to the rising cost of living, including setting a smaller limit for donations (31%) and preferring to give to charity (22%). Based on last year’s Secret Santa budgets, this could mean an extra £37m in the pockets of UK charities.

Ideal as a Secret Santa alternative, a stocking filler, or as a main present for someone who is difficult to buy for, deciding to ‘give’ instead of ‘gift’ could make this Christmas special for others more in need. 

Founder of UK Money Bloggers, Andy Webb said: “Buying and receiving Secret Santa presents that end up being unwanted can be an awkward and wasteful experience. Giving to charity instead of gifting presents is the ideal way to make a positive impact with your money instead this Christmas.”

https://smartmoneypeople.com

https://www.kidsout.org.uk

A Cracking Tradition: The Fascinating History of Christmas Crackers

Every year, as Christmas approaches, households around the world gather around the dinner table, adorned with festive decorations and a lavish spread of food. Among the traditional elements of the Christmas season, the Christmas cracker holds a special place. 

But have you ever wondered about the origins and history of these festive popping novelties? In this blog post, we'll take a deep dive into the history of Christmas crackers and discover how they became an integral part of the holiday season.

The Birth of a Tradition

Christmas crackers, often simply called "crackers," were first invented in the early 19th century by a London confectioner named Tom Smith. The story goes that Smith was inspired by the French bonbon, a sweet wrapped in a twist of paper. However, the early crackers were not the delightful, explosive novelties we know today. Instead, they contained sweets and small trinkets, but they lacked the characteristic "crack" that makes modern crackers so exciting.

The Crackling Innovation

Tom Smith's breakthrough came during a trip to Paris in 1840, where he witnessed the French custom of wrapping sweets in twisted paper. The idea of incorporating a bang and a small gift into the cracker was sparked by the sound of a log crackling in the fireplace. Upon returning to London, Smith began experimenting with different designs until he finally achieved the desired effect. In 1847, he patented the concept of a cracker that produced a "pop" or "crack" when pulled apart, thanks to a small explosive charge known as a "snap."

The tradition quickly caught on, and Tom Smith's Christmas crackers became a sensation. His sons, Walter and Henry, took over the family business and expanded its production, incorporating new designs and styles to cater to different tastes and budgets. By the late 19th century, Christmas crackers were a staple in many British households.

Cracker Contents

The contents of Christmas crackers have evolved over the years. Originally, they contained sweets and small toys, but as their popularity grew, more elaborate and valuable items were included. These ranged from miniature puzzles and games to jewellery and even tiny tools. Today, it's common to find a paper crown or hat, a joke or riddle, and a small gift or trinket in a typical Christmas cracker.

Christmas Crackers Around the World

While Christmas crackers have a strong association with British Christmas traditions, they have spread to many other parts of the world. In the United States, Canada, and other countries, they are often used as part of festive holiday gatherings, parties, and dinners. Each region may have its unique spin on what goes inside the cracker or the types of jokes and toys included.

Conclusion

Christmas crackers have come a long way from their humble beginnings as a simple sweet wrapped in paper. Thanks to the inventive spirit of Tom Smith and his family, these festive novelties have become an integral part of Christmas celebrations for millions of people around the world. As you gather around the table this holiday season and pull open your Christmas crackers, take a moment to appreciate the history and tradition that has made them a cherished part of the holiday season for well over a century.

Incidentally the Tom Smith company is still producing high quality Christmas crackers today and they hold the Royal Warrant to supply Christmas crackers and Christmas wrapping paper to the Royal family.

https://www.tomsmith-crackers.com

(Image courtesy of 2taol from Pixabay)

"The Joy of Local: Five Reasons to Buy Locally for Christmas"

As Chirstmas approaches, we all embark on the annual quest to find the perfect gifts for our loved ones. 

While online shopping and superstores offer convenience and a wide array of options, there's something truly special about buying locally for Christmas. 

It's a choice that benefits not only your recipients but also your community. In this blog post, we'll explore five compelling reasons to consider supporting local businesses when shopping for gifts this holiday season.

Unique and Thoughtful Gifts:

When you buy locally, you're more likely to discover one-of-a-kind, handcrafted treasures that you won't find in larger retail chains. Local artisans and small businesses take pride in their work and often create personalized, thoughtful gifts. 

These unique items have a story and character that can't be replicated by mass-produced products. By choosing local, you can find gifts that truly resonate with the recipient, making your presents even more special.

Support Local Economies:

Local businesses are the backbone of your community. When you buy from them, you're directly contributing to the local economy, helping to create jobs and stimulate economic growth. These businesses are owned by your neighbours and friends, and your support keeps their livelihoods intact. By choosing to buy locally, you're investing in the prosperity of your community, making it a better place for everyone.

Environmental Benefits:

One of the less obvious advantages of shopping locally is the positive impact on the environment. Local businesses often source their products and materials from nearby suppliers, reducing the need for long-distance transportation. This means fewer carbon emissions and a smaller ecological footprint, making your holiday shopping more environmentally friendly.

Personalised Service:

Local shops and artisans offer a level of personalised service that you won't find in superstores or online retailers. Shop owners and artisans are often more invested in their customers' satisfaction and can offer advice and assistance that's tailored to your needs. They can help you find the perfect gift, wrap it beautifully, and may even remember you and your preferences the next time you visit.

Strengthening Community Bonds:

Buying locally isn't just about transactions; it's also about building a sense of community. When you shop locally, you foster stronger connections with your neighbours and local business owners. This sense of belonging and interconnectedness is especially important during the Christmas season, as it promotes goodwill, trust, and a shared spirit of celebration.

This Christmas, let's make a conscious effort to shop locally and experience the magic of the season in a different way. By choosing local businesses, you can find unique and thoughtful gifts, support your community's economy, reduce your environmental impact, enjoy personalised service, and strengthen the bonds within your community.

 These reasons make buying locally for Christmas a decision that benefits everyone involved, making the holiday season a little brighter and more meaningful for all. So, this year, give the gift of local love and watch the joy it brings to your loved ones and your community.

Educational and Fun Christmas Gifts for Children: The Perfect Balance

Christmastime is a time of joy and wonder, especially for children. Christmas is a magical time when children eagerly anticipate unwrapping their presents. 

While the excitement of toys and gadgets is undeniable, it's also an excellent opportunity to choose gifts that can entertain and educate simultaneously. In this blog post, we'll explore a selection of educational and fun Christmas gifts for children that strike the perfect balance between learning and play.

Educational Board Games

Board games are a fantastic way to engage children in learning while having fun. Games like Scrabble, Monopoly, and Settlers of Catan teach valuable skills such as vocabulary, math, and strategy. There are also many educational board games designed specifically for young learners, covering topics like geography, history, and science. These games encourage critical thinking and social interaction, making them a perfect choice for family game nights during the holidays.

Building and Construction Sets

Building and construction sets, such as LEGO, K'Nex, and Magna-Tiles, offer a unique blend of creativity and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. These sets allow children to explore their imagination while developing spatial awareness and problem-solving skills. From constructing buildings to designing vehicles, these kits inspire young minds to think critically and innovatively.

Science Kits

Science kits provide a hands-on learning experience that can spark a child's curiosity about the world around them. Kits that focus on topics like chemistry, astronomy, or geology are not only entertaining but also educational. Children can conduct experiments and discover scientific principles, encouraging an interest in the STEM fields from an early age.

Educational Apps and Software

In today's digital age, educational apps and software can be excellent tools for learning and having fun. There are countless apps and programs designed to teach children a wide range of subjects, from language arts to coding. Look for apps that incorporate gamification to make learning enjoyable and interactive. Many of these apps feature colourful graphics, engaging challenges, and rewards to keep children motivated.

Art Supplies

Creativity is a crucial aspect of a child's development. Art supplies like crayons, coloured pencils, markers, and craft kits allow children to express themselves while enhancing their fine motor skills and creativity. Encourage your child's artistic endeavours by gifting them high-quality art materials and inspiring them to create masterpieces during the Christmas break.

Books

Books are timeless gifts that provide a gateway to knowledge and imagination. Whether it's picture books for young readers or engaging chapter books for older children, a well-chosen book can ignite a passion for reading and learning. Consider gifting a series of educational books related to a child's interests, such as science, history, or adventure.

Educational Puzzles

Puzzles come in various forms, from jigsaw puzzles to brain-teasers. They enhance problem-solving skills, spatial awareness, and cognitive development. Educational puzzles may focus on geography, mathematics, or even famous works of art. These not only entertain but also challenge a child's intellect in an enjoyable way.

This Christmas, while you enjoy the festivities and exchange gifts, consider selecting presents that offer both fun and educational value for the children in your life. By striking a balance between learning and play, you can help foster a love for knowledge and creativity, setting them on a path of continuous growth and exploration. These gifts will not only bring joy during the holiday season but will also contribute to a child's overall development in the long run.

Thoughtful and Practical Christmas Presents for Men and Women

That's Christmas will be running a feature on practical Christmas presents and gifts for men and women. And this is our introduction to this.

Christmas is nearly upon us, and it's time to start thinking about finding the perfect Christmas gifts for your loved ones. 

While it's wonderful to choose presents that are thoughtful and sentimental, it's equally important to pick gifts that are practical and will be used and appreciated throughout the whole year. 

In this blog post, That's Christmas will be exploring some practical Christmas present and gift ideas for both men and women that strike the perfect balance between functionality and sentiment.

Practical Christmas Presents for Men

Grooming Kits: Men love to look and feel their best. A high-quality grooming kit, complete with a razor, shaving cream, and other essentials, is a thoughtful and practical gift. Consider adding a personalised touch with a monogram or their favourite scent.

Tools and Toolkits: For the DIY enthusiast, a set of quality tools can be a game-changer. A versatile toolkit with essential items like screwdrivers, pliers, and a hammer will always come in handy. (Also, as my wife will attest, tools and toolkits are great gifts for women too! Is this related to my wife being the daughter of a builder? That's very likely!)

Wireless Earbuds: Whether for work, working out, or just enjoying music, a pair of wireless earbuds can be a valuable addition to any man's daily routine.

Smart Home Devices: From smart speakers to smart thermostats, these gadgets can make life more convenient. They're perfect for the tech-savvy man in your life.

Personalised Accessories: A customized leather wallet, phone case, or keychain can add a personal touch to everyday items that men use regularly.

Practical Christmas Presents for Women

Cookware and Kitchen Gadgets: A set of high-quality pots and pans, or kitchen gadgets like a stand mixer or a coffee maker, can make cooking and baking more enjoyable and efficient. (And for male amateur chefs, too!)

Tote Bags and Purses: Women often carry a lot in their bags. A well-designed tote bag or a stylish, practical handbag (or a purse for our American readers) is a great gift that combines fashion with functionality.

Fitness Trackers: Help her stay on top of her health and fitness goals with a fitness tracker. It can monitor steps, heart rate, and more, making it a valuable tool for an active lifestyle.

Subscription Services: Subscription boxes, like meal kit services, book clubs, or streaming platforms, can be a thoughtful and practical gift that provides entertainment or convenience.

Spa and Self-Care Gifts: Pamper the special women in your life with spa-quality bathrobes, skincare products, or a day at the spa. These gifts promote relaxation and self-care.

Reusable Water Bottles and Tumblers: Stay eco-friendly by gifting a reusable water bottle or insulated tumbler. They're not only environmentally responsible but also practical for staying hydrated throughout the day.

Finding the perfect Christmas gift for your loved ones doesn't have to be a daunting task. By selecting presents that are both thoughtful and practical, you can show your appreciation while ensuring that your gift is something they'll use and cherish. 

Whether it's grooming kits, tools, wireless earbuds, cookware, fitness trackers, or spa gifts, there's a practical and thoughtful gift option for everyone on your Christmas list. Remember that the best presents are those that come from the heart, and practicality is just an added bonus to make the gift even more special. Happy gift-giving this holiday season!

You'll find some very practical and welcome Christmas gift ideas in this previous blogpost about the top British brand, Tower:- https://thatschristmas.blogspot.com/2023/10/tower-makes-excellent-christmas-presents.html

Eco and Budget-friendly Colourful Little Luxuries for Christmas Gifting from Neonimo

Christmas is a time for giving, but with the cost-of-living at an all-time high, we're all looking to find our loved ones special festive presents without breaking the bank. 

Neonimo is a one-stop shop for unique, gorgeous and colourful gift ideas designed and made in the UK in a sustainability-conscious way. Find out more about Neonimo's sustainability focus at the bottom of this press release.

Gifts under £100

Giclée Framed Prints 12 x 16" (304 x 406mm) (12 designs)

– Museum standard giclée print (find out more about giclée art printing on our blog)

– Back-mounted handmade FSC frame

– High-quality shatterproof acrylic pane

Convertible Leather Crossbody/Clutch Bags (12 designs)

– 100% Nappa leather in a tactile textured finish

– 1.2 m detachable chain to covert bag into a clutch

– Luxury feel faux-leather lining

Gifts under £50

3-Tier Cake Stands (5 designs)

– One of Neonimo's best-sellers, featured in 3 x Press Loft Trend Reports: Altbashes, Anything But Ordinary and Pastel Scandi Christmas 

– Printed using specialist techniques making colours and details punchy

– Handmade from strong and hygienic plastic that wipes clean with soapy water

Handmade Sketchbooks/Notebooks (12 designs) 

– A5 size journal with 80 ivory paper pages

– Beautifully hand-bound with fabric covered hardback

– Pages blank to use as a notebook, sketchbook or journal

Gift-boxed Candle Holders (3 designs)

– Glass tealight holders to add a warm glow to winter nights

– Supplied with tealight candles with option of unscented or winter spice

– Hand-printed and presented in a wooden gift box, ready for gifting!

Gifts under £30

Hard Glasses Cases (12 designs)

– Made from shatterproof plastic with moulded felt lining insert

– Includes microfibre cleaning cloth with printed design

– Hand-printed to order

Glossy Coasters multi-design 6-packs 

– Sassy multi-design packs are great party-conversation starters!

– Super glossy, heat-resistant surface with a hard, durable wood base

– Beautifully printed and handmade to order

Posters (48 designs)

– Their iconic sassy wall art collection has just grown by 12 new highly quotable designs!

– Sustainably made only when ordered, printed on FSC 160 gsm paper with bright water-based inks

– Comes in 2 sizes: A4 (£14) and A3 (£15) * frame not included.

More Sustainability-Conscious Gift Ideas! 

Neonimo put together a handy Ultimate gift inspiration guide, for readers to find the perfect planet-conscious present for all the special people in their lives! This easy gift inspiration guide works on a Q&A basis to find a great gift for anyone – the blog post is a simple way to decide which present to buy based on someone's interest and lifestyle.

But wait, there's more! 

– They offer 10% off storewide with newsletter sign-up.

– Everything at Neonimo is proudly UK designed and made.

– FREE UK delivery for orders over £30. 

– Worldwide delivery.

neonimo.co.uk

Tower makes excellent Christmas presents

I was talking with my wife recently and we were discussing ideal Christmas presents. We'd seen someone on a TV programme saying that no woman would like kitchen equipment and gadgets for Christmas presents and my wife said: "That's not true as far as I am concerned! I love the idea of kitchen equipment and gadgets for Christmas presents!"

She also reminded me that she was absolutely thrilled when I bought her a set of stepladders for our wedding anniversary. (Ideal for reaching safely into tall cupboards in our kitchen, you see? She actually asked for them as her present.)

Many women, like my wife, adore the idea of good, sensible items for Christmas presents (and many men, too) and these superbly designed and made products from Tower will make absolutely wonderful Christmas presents for students who are away from home in student accommodation or for young people who are setting up their own homes for the first time. 

Those wonderful folks at Tower have asked us to share these amazing products with our readers, so here they are:-

T17128 – Vortx 12L Air Fryer Oven Black Chrome – Tower Website Exclusive

https://www.towerhousewares.co.uk/air-fryers/vortx-12l-air-fryer-oven-black-t17128

Tower’s newest Air Fryer, T17128 12L Air Fryer Oven cooks food 30% faster and uses less power than a conventional oven. Save up to 70% on your energy bills by switching to Air Fryer cooking.

This product also features a Rotisserie Function, cooking a chicken in under 1 hour! The ideal appliance for Christmas Dinners this year!

RRP: £149.99 (Black Friday Offers Available 13th Nov – 27th Nov)

T17136 – Vortx 7.6L Dual Basket Air Fryer Grey Chrome – Tower Website Exclusive

https://www.towerhousewares.co.uk/air-fryers/vortx-dual-basket-air-fryer-grey-t17136

This 7.6L Air Fryer features 6 preset functions and has dual basket technology, including Smart Finish so your food cooks at the same time!

99% less fat & cooks 30% faster than a conventional oven. Save up to 70% on your energy bills by switching to Air Fryer cooking.

RRP: £129.99 (Black Friday Offers Available 13th Nov – 27th Nov)

T900302 – Smart Start Ultra Forged 30cm Frying Pan – ON TV IN NOVEMBER!

https://www.towerhousewares.co.uk/frying-pans/smart-start-30cm-frying-pan

Simply wait for the SmartStart tick to dark red & take the guess work out of cooking for perfect results.

Features an aero glide ultra non-stick coating for superior food release & easy clean. Oven & dishwasher safe!

RRP: £33.99

T12069 – 1.6L Soup Maker Saute Function

https://www.towerhousewares.co.uk/soup-makers/16l-soup-maker-saute-function

Add more flavour to dishes without the mess! 4-in-1 cooking: Soup, Juice, Blend & Clean

Includes Saute function – save time on cleaning by cooking everything in one pot! Great for meal prepping or simple making winter favourites!

RRP: £69.99

T513011 – VL70 Flexi Anti Tangle Cordless Vacuum

https://www.towerhousewares.co.uk/cordless-vacuum-cleaners/vl70-flexi-anti-tangle-cordless-vacuum

High-performance cordless cleaning all around your home.

Use as a cordless vacuum for carpets and hard floors, a detachable handheld for cars, stairs and upholstery or use the 75cm flexi pole for going under tables and other low down areas

RRP: £129.99 (Black Friday Offers Available 13th Nov – 27th Nov)

T67300 – Portable Desktop Air Purifier

https://www.towerhousewares.co.uk/air-purifiers/tower-portable-desktop-air-purifier-grey-t673000

Portable Desktop Air Purifier with Multicolour Mood Lighting

Keeping your home environment refreshingly clean and free from allergens. Enjoy fresh clean purified air with a powerful clean air delivery rate (CADR) of 120m3/h - Ideal for rooms up to 14m²

RRP: 99.99 (Black Friday Offers Available 13th Nov – 27th Nov)

We would like to thank Tower for allowing us to share these products with our readers.

Biggest ever pet sale launched by Tesco as ownership of cats and dogs reaches record levels

That's Christmas has already covered buying Christmas gifts for pets, and Tesco has pointed out that ownership of dogs and cats in the UK is at its highest level ever following the lockdown years when 3.2 million Brits acquired a pet.

According to latest pet population information from the PDSA’s annual PAW Report (2023) reveals that the UK has:

11m dogs – 29% of UK adults own a dog

11m cats – 24% of UK adults own a cat

The overall pet population has increased from 8.3m in 2011 to 11m in 2023 

And Tesco is gearing up for what it believes will be the biggest ever Christmas for pets by launching a ‘4 for 3’ sale on all its pet products including food, toys and accessories.

The sale, said to be Tesco’s biggest ever for pets, which is open to all Tesco Clubcard holders, has just launched and will run until 14 November.

Pet experts at the supermarket predict along with the wide range of treats available, two training toys that should give owners as much fun as their pets will be amongst the most popular gifts.

The first is a set of Pet Training Buttons for dogs, which cost £7, that can be customised to teach your pet to answer various electronic sound commands that you record. By placing a paw on any of the various buttons or pads your pet can be taught to react to commands such as ‘Treat, ‘Play’, or ‘Outside’.

The other is a Pet Treat Launcher for cats or dogs that will help keep your pet fit by chasing after its favourite treat which can be fired from the device by a trigger operated mechanism. These cost £4 each.

Tesco Pet Category Buying Manager John Hext commented: “We know that Britain is a nation of animal lovers and now so more than ever as a result of the huge number of pets that were acquired during lockdown.

“As a result pet gifting, whether it be buying them food treats, toys or accessories has grown significantly in the last few years and is now one of the fastest growing areas in the UK retail industry.

“But we also know that times are still tough out there which is why we've decided to launch our ‘four for three, cheapest item free’ sale. We also wanted to help customers spread the cost of Christmas which is why we’ve launched it in October.” 

Own brand stand out items available for cats and dogs at Tesco this Christmas include:

Christmas pudding biscuits for dogs £3.50

Mince pies for dogs £3.50

Turkey and cranberry cracker treats for cats £2.50

Turkey and stuffing paw treats for dogs £2.50

Cheese and biscuit treats for dogs £2.50

The Tesco ‘4 for 3’ pet sale runs in large Tesco stores. The cheapest item of any four bought will be free.

www.tesco.com

We are disappointed that only dog and cat gifts are featured. Nothing for birds, rabbits and guinea pigs! Still, never mind. Maybe next year? 

Skincare Pamper Box for Mums and Daughters from Comme des Jumelles this Christmas

This Christmas, lovingly created brand Comme des Jumelles invites mothers and daughters to enjoy pamper time together.

Created by a mother wanting to spend more quality time with her three girls, Comme des Jumelles cares for the natural beauty of mums and their daughters and nurtures the bonds between them offering the opportunity of special moments of beautiful togetherness.

Consciously and cleverly made to cater for young skin as well as older skin with a minimum of 95% natural ingredients and easily recycled packaging, the product range offers natural, eco-friendly skincare that celebrates eternal beauty and is respectful of mums and daughters' skin as well as the environment. 

The concise range consists of the Magic Gelée, Double Act Gel to Milk Cleanser & Hydrating Mask and and Comme Une Caresse Hand & Body Cream. Both are available individually and together in the Pamper Box retailed at £59.

The gel to milk & mask Magic Gelée effectively removes daily grime as well as make-up, leaving skin nourished, clean, and fresh. Sweet Almond Oil harnesses powerful restorative properties while helping improve acne whilst Argan Oil melts away impurities creating the perfect combination for young skin facing challenging hormonal changes. Raspberry extract acts as a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, whilst apricot gently moisturises any dry areas, providing balance to any complexion. Fragranced delicately with Vanilla Absolute, your skin is left with a beautiful, warming scent.

Comme Une Caresse Hand & Body Cream which means ‘like a hug’, deeply moisturises with Jojoba Oil and Shea Butter and envelops the skin with a veil of unique yet subtle honey, vanilla and lavender scents to relax and calm. Clarifying and antibacterial Blue Tansy Oil minimises redness, and provides a soothing sensation when applied, while the Sodium Hyaluronate deeply hydrates.

With two beautiful, delicate, and caring products to be used by mothers and daughters, Comme des Jumelles celebrates women and their special bond and encourages ‘us time

These will make absolutely gorgeous Christmas gifts from the women in your life. 

http://commedesjumelles.com

Sustainable lifestyle accessories and gifts from LanRetro

LanRetro is a Surrey based small company, specialising in handmade hair scarves, customised accessories, and gifts.

They are passionate about creating beautiful accessories that are also good for the planet, too.

Made to order, their cotton hair scarves are available in a variety of colours/patterns and where possible, produced from recycled fabrics. 

You can also choose a gift from their range of vibrant lifestyle accessories including clutch bags, phone cases and holders.

LanRetro is committed to reducing its environmental impact, by using recycled packaging and shipping products in carbon-neutral packaging.

Contact: lanretrovintage@gmail.com

www.instagram.com/lanretro_vintage

Embrace the Joy of a Debt-Free Christmas: Tips to Make it Happen

The Christmas season is a time for joy, family gatherings, and celebration. 

However, it can also be a season of financial stress and anxiety, as people often overspend in the spirit of giving. But it doesn't have to be that way!

With some careful planning and a bit of creativity, you can have a debt-free Christmas and still enjoy the magic of the season. In this blog post, we will explore some practical tips to help you achieve a debt-free Christmas without sacrificing the joy and warmth of the Christmas season.

Set a Realistic Budget

The first step in having a debt-free Christmas is setting a realistic budget. Take a close look at your financial situation and determine how much you can comfortably afford to spend on gifts, decorations, and festivities. Remember that your budget should cover not only gifts but also other Christmastime expenses such as travel, food, and entertainment, too.

Create a Gift List

Once you have a budget in mind, create a list of all the people you want to buy gifts for. Prioritise your list and allocate a specific amount for every person. Be mindful of your budget and avoid the temptation to overspend. Consider meaningful and thoughtful gifts that don't have to be very expensive.

Embrace Homemade and DIY Gifts

Homemade gifts can be incredibly meaningful and can save you a significant amount of money. Consider making personalised gifts such as handmade crafts, baked goods, or custom photo albums. Not only will these gifts be cherished by the recipients, but they'll also reflect your thoughtfulness and creativity. You can also hand make Chirstmas decorations, too, knitting, sewing, crafting gluing, etc!

Shop Smart

Take advantage of sales, discounts, and cashback offers whilst you are shopping for gifts. Compare prices and use price-tracking apps to ensure you always get the best possible deals. Consider shopping online to avoid impulse purchases that often happen in physical stores. 

Also, do remember that discount retailers such as Lidl, Aldi, Home Bargains, The Range, B&M Bargains, Savers, The Works, etc often retail items such as scented candles, perfumes and so on, at much better prices than department stores, so do check them out to potentially save some money.

Use Cash, Not Credit

When making your Christmas purchases, try to pay with cash or your debit card rather than using credit cards. Using cash helps you stay within your budget and avoid accumulating debt. If you must use a credit card, ensure that you have a plan to pay off the balance promptly to avoid interest charges.

Plan Christmas Time Activities That Don't Cost Too Much

Create memorable experiences with your loved ones without breaking the bank. Host a potluck dinner instead of an extravagant feast, enjoy a movie night at home, or participate in community events and free holiday activities like parades or tree lighting ceremonies.

Regift Thoughtfully

If you have items that you received as gifts and never used, consider regifting them to someone who might appreciate them more. Just be sure to rewrap and present them thoughtfully, and avoid regifting to someone in the same social circle who might recognise the gift.

Re-use Christmas decorations, whenever possible. Rather than automatically going out to buy more new Christmas lights, tinsel, decorations and the like, reuse festive decorations from previous years to make your home a festive winter wonderland. 

For example, my late Mother had a celluloid Father Christmas that her Father had bought which was at least 70 years old. It always had pride of place on the family's Christmas tree. And now it adorns the Christmas tree for my sister's little ones. You could start your own Christmas decorations tradition for your own family with Christmas decorations going from generation to generation, going down through the years? And how cool would that be?

Secret Santa or Gift Exchanges

Instead of buying gifts for everyone in your extended family or friends group, why not suggest a Secret Santa or gift exchange? This way, each person only has to buy only one gift and not several, and it can be a more thoughtful and meaningful present within a budget.

Start Saving Early

To prepare for a debt-free Christmas, consider setting up a dedicated savings account at the beginning of the year. Contribute a small amount each month, so you have a substantial sum by the time the holiday season arrives.

Conclusion

A debt-free Christmas is not only possible but also immensely rewarding. By setting a budget, getting creative with your gifts, and making mindful spending choices, you can enjoy the holiday season without the stress of financial debt. Remember that the true spirit of Christmas lies in the joy of giving and spending quality time with loved ones, not in lavish gifts or extravagant spending. So, this holiday season, focus on what truly matters, and celebrate the magic of Christmas without the financial burden.

You might find inspiration in a previous blogpost here https://thatschristmas.blogspot.com/2023/10/11-unique-and-budget-friendly-christmas.html

(Noel Picture courtesy of  VIVIANE M. from Pixabay)

This Christmas gift beautiful and sustainable Andhand stationery that will last a lifetime

This Christmas, give that very special person in your life something a little different this Christmas with minimal stationery that will last a lifetime from Andhand.

Christmas is the truly the perfect time to refresh workspaces and create the positive working environments that everyone strives for. 

Andhand's new range of modern stationery brings minimal elegance to your desktop, the pieces are designed to delight in everyday use and are crafted with care from a minimal palette of premium materials in line with the buy once philosophy. This Christmas it's time to do away with single use stationery and give the gift of stationery that lasts for a lifetime.

Andhand's ranges include fine writing tools with beautiful detailing. The Method fountain pens make really excellent gifts that will be cherished for a lifetime, aging beautifully due to the material palette of solid machined brass, stainless steel and aluminium. Whilst the all brass mechanical pencil adds a sense of refinement to those everyday creative tasks.

Also check out their minimal accessories with sculptural essence. For example, there's the the Hoop Tape Dispenser which is a single arch shape formed of solid aluminium and available in four anodised colours creating a real presence on any desk. In addition popular accessories like the Illusion Ruler are a smart addition to any pen-pot with its Esher-esque appearance, tricking the eye in the most delightful way possible.

Method Fountain Pen - £110 | Method Mechanical Pencil - £65 | Illusion Ruler - £16.50 | Hoop Tape Dispenser - Gold - £32.50

Visit them at www.andhand.co.uk to view the full range and pricing

What is Andhand? It's a new independent British pen and stationery brand that is established in South London. Their focus is on creating products which embrace our new modern hybrid working practices and environments. 

The last few years have brought into sharp focus the importance of a positive workspace, and so the products aim to nurture working wellness, contributing to a desk environment that is supportive to both creativity and productivity. 

Design is at the very heart of Andhand. It’s founders Simon Donald and Joe Wentworth are both product designers who worked together for several years as DonaldWentworth. They have consulted and designed for a range of companies including Joseph Joseph to bring innovative products to market, receiving three prestigious Red Dot design awards to date. Andhand sees Simon and Joe as both designer and client with full art direction of the brand.  

Run, run Rudolph all the way to his favourite Flapjackery Flapjack Box!

Nothing really says Christmas more than Rudolf or his box of favourite flapjacks! Each box will  include an utterly delicious assortment of fantastically festive gluten free flapjack flavours all of which are absolutely perfect for sharing with family, friends, guests and visitors. Just don't forget to leave one or two out for Rudolph and Santa on Christmas Eve.

It's a fantastic Christmas time Christmas for friends, family and colleagues and is an perfect addition to any festive food table, this scrumptious box of artisan baked flapjacks will be certain to go down a treat. The flapjacks in this box carry a shelf life of three months so you can happily and contentedly consume them throughout the festive period. (EDITOR: Our advice? To make sure you have enough left for the Christmas period double up your order to avoid any potential for a disgruntled reindeer or two!) 

A box of 3 costs £12.00; Box of 6 costs £24.00.

Flapjackery's Christmas Taster Flapjack Box ( from £35.00)

Flapjackery's Christmas Taster Flapjack Box includes a fantastically delicious assortment of brilliant festive gluten free flapjack flavours. The 16 half sizes are perfect for families to share together at Christmas or for taking to a party or a work Christmas function and enjoying with friends and colleagues or neighbours. 

This is a box cram-packed with the genuine tastes of Christmas. From decadent Ginger and Dark Chocolate Flapjack to Mince Pie to Orange and Cranberry flavours, each flapjack is handmade in Devon with the finest of British oats, locally sourced West Country butter and fairtrade brown sugar. The flapjacks are all gluten-free and suitable for vegetarians, too. They come individually wrapped and are suitable for home freezing.

Christmas Party Flapjack Box (£50)

Get the Christmas party really buzzing this year with an amazing flapjack festive party box. With a wide range of different gluten free flapjack flavours to taste, this is the absolutely perfect way to enjoy some of their best and most well-loved flapjacks.

Alongside traditional favourites such as their Clotted Cream Fudge Flapjack and Billionaire Flapjack, there's also an assortment of fantastically festive flapjack flavours  to try such as mince pie, burnt caramel and sea salt and chocolate orange tiffin. 

As we say, the flapjacks are all gluten-free and perfect for vegetarians. They are all individually wrapped and suitable for home freezing.

www.flapjackery.co.uk

Flapjackery is affiliated with AWIN.

(EDITOR: Those old enough to remember will have noticed my reference to the old Chuck Berry Christmastime song, Run, Rudolf, Run!) 

Have an ethical Christmas with a range of gifts from Amnesty International

Sacha Deshmukh, who is the Amnesty International UK’s CEO Puts it well when she said: "Choosing a gift from Amnesty means you're not just giving a present - you're helping to support vital human rights causes around the world."

This year’s catalogue focuses on refugees, highlighting their hopes and the challenges they can face.

The collection includes their lifeboat candles, which are made from recycled candles. They're specially created as a powerful reminder of our need to shine a light on the perilous journey taken by people who are seeking asylum, and their new refugee art collection, a special new range of greeting cards that beautifully captures the passions and talents of artists from refugee and migrant backgrounds.

Sacha went on to add: “In solidarity with refugees, this year’s Christmas catalogue features a range of items highlighting the experiences of those who are fleeing conflict and persecution and who are seeking asylum.

“With a range of sustainably and ethically sourced products, every item in Amnesty’s shop contributes to our work fighting human rights abuses.

“Choosing a gift from Amnesty means you're not merely giving a present, you're helping support vital human rights causes around the world."

Also new for this year, a colourful selection of coasters, notebook and magnetic 'to do' list featuring the inspirational Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, also includes the Amnesty International logo.

Popular favourites are back, including top-selling Amnesty cards, t-shirts, inspirationally-themed chocolates and books for all ages.

Products can be purchased online, by phone or by post. Free packaging and posting is available on all orders over £75.

For more information and to make your purchases, please visit Amnesty International at: https://amnestyshop.org.uk.

Haier UK recently launched its first range of small kitchen appliances that are ideal Christmas gifts

Haier UK recently launched its first range of small kitchen appliances that are ideal Christmas gifts. And here they are!

That's Christmas believes that these will make excellent Christmas gifts for the home chefs in your life!

KDSA Blender  

SSP £179.99 October launch

Power: 1200W

Multi-serve Jug:

• Capacity: 1.7L Glass

• Blades: 6

Personal Cup: 

• Capacity: 0.6L Tritan Plastic

• Blades: 4

Automatic Programmes: 

Ice Crushing, Smoothie and Auto-clean

Manuel Variable Speeds: 5

Pulse Function: Yes

Grab Handle with Safety Protection System

Dishwasher Safe: Jug, Personal Cup, Blades and Accessories

Accessories: 2in1 Tamper Spatula, Personal Cup and Lid

Main Body Material: Metal

KDSA Chopper 

SSP £79.99 October launch

Power: 550W

Capacity: 0.5L

Material: Glass

Blades: 4

Removable Blades: Yes

Variable Pulsing Power: Yes Dishwasher Safe: Bowl and Blades 

Main Body Material: Metal

KDSA Hand Blender SSP 

£129.99 October launch

Power: 1000W

Metal Blender

Dual Whisks

Potato Masher

Chopper:

• Capacity: 0.5L

• Material: Glass

• Blades: 4

• Removable Blades: Yes

KDSA Kettle 

SSP £119.00 October launch

Power: 3000W

Max Capacity: 1.7L

Max Cups: 7 Cups

Min. Capacity: 0.25L

Min. Cup: 1 Cup

Precise Temperature: 40-100°C 

Removable Lid: Yes 

Lid Opening: 13cm 

Removable filter: Yes

Washable filter: Yes

Internal Gauge: Yes 

Gauge indication: Cups/L

Sound Alert: Yes

Main Body Material: Metal

KDSA Multi Beverage device

 

SSP £149.99 November launch

Power: 700W

Capacity: 0.35L

Programmes: Hot Foam, Cold Foam, Hot Milk, Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate and Infusion

Internal Gauge: Yes

Non-stick Coating: Yes

LED Touch Controls

Accessories: Metal Filter, Cleaning Brush, Doser

Main Body Material: Metal

KDSA Toaster 

SSP £119.99 October launch

Power: 3000W

Slots: 2

Slots Depth: 15cm

Slot Width: 3.5cm

Automatic Functions:

• Small Bread – Prevent burning

• Crispy Side – Toasted inside and soft outside

• Favourite – Programmable memory function

Toasting Levels: 7 Levels

High Lift Lever: Up to 3cm lift

Lift & Look: Check the toasting progress without cancelling. 

Full LED Touch Panel Control

Cord Storage: Yes

Accessories: Anti-dust lid (My wife has declared this innovation to be one of the best she has ever seen!)

Main Body Material: Metal

To learn more and to check out their other stunning kitchen products (fridges, freezers, washing machines, tumble dryers, wine coolers, etc, etc.) visit https://www.haier-europe.com/en_GB.