Hickory Dickory Clock - nursery rhyme inspired clock from Folly

The stylish internet boutique Folly has added this nursery rhyme inspired clock to their collection of design-led gifts, home wares and vintage finds.

Super stylish and made using powder coated mild steel with a gloss white finish and bespoke black metal hands, the Hickory Dickory Clock has a laser cut mouse on the hour hand, which appears to run down when the clock strikes one, staying true to the original nursery rhyme

The clock is lovingly hand assembled and measures 270mm diameter, and a battery is included.

Hickory Dickory Clock £34.95 from Folly, www.follyhome.co.uk telephone 01455 631984 

The must-have gadget for clean fiends this Christmas

Stylish, compact and incredibly useful, the brand new Kobold VC100 handheld vacuum cleaner by Vorwerk makes the perfect gift for neat gadget-lovers this Christmas.

Everyone from house-proud mums to technology-obsessed dads will be impressed by its slick look and powerful suction capacity. In gloss white with a dash of festive green and silver detailing, the VC100 is exceptionally stylish and will take pride of place among other appliances in the home.

Ideal for vacuuming up crumbs from the Christmas dinner table or pine needles from under the tree, this device can also be used to keep home-offices spick and span and will be appreciated by car enthusiasts who want to keep their pride and joy clean and tidy.

Despite weighing in at just 750g and compact in length at under 42cm, the VC100 certainly packs a punch in terms of supreme cleaning ability. With 2 power level settings, an LED battery indicator and a quick-charge lithium-ion battery, this handheld vacuum has a life of 20 minutes – far longer than other handheld models.

See the VC100 in action here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqW9-d4e3kg

The Vorwerk VC100 is available from £149 exclusively through VK Direct on 0844 8000123 or visit www.vkdirect.co.uk

Spread a Little Christmas Cheer With gorgeous gifts from Arbonne

 We all love to see the smile on our loved ones faces on Christmas day so why not let them unwrap Arbonne’s beautiful range of gift sets, designed exclusively to appeal to the whole family.  Providing everything you need to spread some joy this Christmas, from cosmetics to fragrance, skin care to home scents and stocking fillers to gift wrap, you’ll want it all! The full list of Arbonne product lines can be viewed at www.arbonneinternational.co.uk.

I want it all….

Mandarin Pomegranate Spa Set RRP: £98.00

This lightly floral, fruity fragrance allows you to immerse yourself in exotic Mandarin Pomegranate.  This luxurious set includes cleansing and hydrating Shower Gel (355ml), dreamy Bubble Bath (355ml), soft and silky Body Lotion (163 ml) and soothing Bath Salts (198g) in a beautifully designed keepsake chest.

Mandarin Pomegranate Hair Care RRP: £28.00

Indulge your hair with a luxurious scent that strengthens and cleanses using a sulfate cleansing system.  They condition the hair with beneficial soy proteins and amino acids as well as including grapefruit, orange peel and pomegranate extract.  The set includes Mandarin Pomegranate Shampoo (355ml) and Conditioner (355ml). 

Ginger Citrus Luxury Gift Set RRP: £57.00

A Christmas gift that indulges the body with Ginger Citrus! Everything you need to feel refreshed and luxurious through cleansing, polishing and moisturising the skin. The set includes Ginger Citrus zesty Body Wash (354 ml), gently exfoliating Sugar Scrub (453g) and luscious Body Butter (340g).

Ginger Citrus Hair Care RRP: £20.00

Complete your gift indulgence with Ginger Citrus Shampoo (236 ml) and Conditioner (236 ml).  This sulfate free cleansing system leaves hair soft, manageable and lightly fragrant and is safe for colour treated hair and includes grapefruit extract, ginger root extract and orange peel extract.

Nourishing Shea Butter Blends Hand Cream Duo RRP: £23.00

Come in from the cold this winter with Arbonne’s exclusive Shea Butter gift set, designed to add a softer touch to dry hands with cocoa seed butter, sweet almond oil and Vitamin A.  Your loved one will adore this hand cream trio gift set that comes complete with Original, romantic English Garden and Lavender scented Meadow Flower. 3 tubes, 60ml each.

Signature Scent Candles RRP: £37.00

Let the light and floral fragrance of Mandarin Pomegranate and the zesty scent of Ginger Citrus warm you on cold winter days.  The soy based candles feature a 100% cotton wick for a longer lasting burn.

Pampermint Body Care Set RRP: £20.00

Get ready for a festive, all-over tingle with new Pampermint Body Wash (236ml) and Body lotion (236ml) including apple fruit extract, grape seed oil and peppermint oil.

Pampermint Foot Care Gift Set RRP: £36.00

Let your feet sparkle and shine this Christmas with the joyful tingle of peppermint and oh so comfy festive socks. This festive set includes FootWork Foot Scrub (340g), SoleMate Foot Cream (255g) and Signature Socks in a beautifully designed gift box.

Vanilla Amber Gift Set RRP: £57.00

A gift to pamper your loved ones, the Vanilla Amber gift set from Arbonne will immerse the body in a blissful blend of warm vanilla and romantic amber with cleansing and nourishing Body Wash (340ml), smooth Body Lotion (340ml) and softening Sugar Scrub (453g) for top to toe indulgence this Christmas. 

Comet Cosmetics Collection RRP: £67.00

Become a vision of glamour this Christmas with the beautiful Comet Cosmetics Collection.  The stunning set includes a sparkling Comet  Clutch, Cosmic Kiss lipstick  and Starry, Starry night Eye Shadow Palette that comes complete with the festive colours; Nightscape, Solar, Stardust and Meteorite festive colours.  A beautiful lipstick finishes the set perfectly with wild mango butter and pomegranate extract.

Woolenstocks, the ideal and ethical Christmas gift from the Himalayas

Woolenstocks’ range of indoor slippers and boots is directed towards everyone! Men, women and children who value comfort and luxury. Woolenstocks’ original line is handmade in the Himalayas from 100% felt wool and faux fur by a dedicated team of local artisans who for generations have perfected the art of footwear design.

As feet bear the burden of body and soul, Woolenstocks believe they should only be touched by the most pure and comforting apparel. Each slipper and boot is individually crafted over the course of 40 hours meaning that no one product is the same.  Every design is characterised by colour and the utmost comfort immediately putting the consumer at ease within their environment.

Woolenstocks is confident that once in one of their creations; you will succumb to the fun and freedom that is the essence of the brand.

With increasing popularity in the USA and Europe and a celebrity fans of the brand including Sienna Miller, Lauren Goodger, Camilla Dallerup and Gail Porter, Woolenstocks Linen Boots are sure to be the next big thing!

• Woolenstocks is an ethical brand that strives to create truly original and unique footwear. The original range is handmade in the Himalayas by a team of local artisans, with each product taking 40 hours to make.
• Woolenstocks can be bought in boutiques across the UK and online at www.woolenstocks.com.

• Please follow Woolenstocks on Twitter @Woolenstocks or “Like” them on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/woolenstocks.

(EDITOR: It is our opinion that these products will make admirable Christmas presents for the more ethically minded and also for those who just love to own and wear exquisite hand-crafted items)
 

(Note: Picture taken by Anni)

Ramp Up Christmas With an XtraVert Skate Ramp

XtraVert Mini Quarter Ramp

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for the skater boy or girl in your life? Then look no further. Social enterprise XtraVert has launched a range of skate ramps handmade in the UK, by skaters for skaters.

A bestseller that’s received a bit of a facelift recently (jet black paint with fire engine red rails) is the Mini Quarter Ramp, (£260 inc. delivery) perfect for practicing the basics, building confidence and mastering tricks on a skateboard, BMX or scooter. With a bespoke personalisation service offered exclusively for Christmas orders, each ramp comes with the name of its recipient emblazoned on the side.

 Designed, developed and tested by XtraVert’s team of skaters and carpenters, the Mini Quarter Ramp is just one product in a large range of ramps hand built to the highest standard and for optimum riding pleasure.

XtraVert Manager Jenna Grassick, commented: “We’re skaters born and bred, so we understand what it takes to make a great ramp and we have the skills, experience and craftsmanship to really deliver. If you’re looking to earn brownie points with any skater this Christmas the Mini Quarter Ramp from XtraVert is a surefire hit.”

Purchase details: http://xtravert.bigcartel.com or call 0845 862 1288

Perfect Christmas Gifts from Neptune

Neptune’s beautiful new collection of accessories not only provide a stylish and sophisticated atmosphere to your home all year round, but can also work as a luxurious gift for your loved ones this Christmas.


The new collection of elegant Porter silver plated photo frames (displayed right) are finished with soft edges which offers a more classical style. The Newton frame (displayed left), has a more contemporary, angular design with a mount for your choice of display. Both designs, range from £15 to £35 and come in four different sizes from 4x6” to 8x10”. Paired together the two frames create an interesting mix of styles and allow you to decorate dressers and mantelpieces with fun, family memories.

The striking Hurricane Lantern Vase from Neptune’s new Kennington collection would be lovely as a table centerpiece or simply to create a subtle and relaxing ambience in your home. Offered in two sizes from 260mm to 380mm and priced at £19.50 and £35.00, complimented with a variety of different coloured and sized candles from the new Blyton range (shown above). Included in the new collections are Bronte and Christie, delightfully fragranced scented candles in varying sizes and scents. All these accessories are perfect gifts to add a seasonal touch.

Another new edition is the wonderful Charlton Vase, a modern interpretation of a classic style. Shown here sized at W39cm, D39cm, H34cm and priced at £79.00, two additional sizes and styles are also offered. Perfect for showcasing a Christmassy floral display for the festive season.

Whether you are looking for a stylish gift for a loved one to enjoy whatever the occasion, or an accessory to enhance your home, Neptune has the perfect variety of innovative and distinctive designs to suit all tastes.

Visit www.neptune.com

Christmas is on the way!

Yes, strange as it might seem, Christmas is on the way! It's now August and Chirstmas is just four months away!

Between now and Christmas 2012, That's Christmas will seek out festive food and drink and some fantastic presents and gifts that you will be able to buy.

If you have something you want to promote please email to afj_uk@yahoo.com and we'll be in touch as soon as we can!