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A witty and warm teacher poem that celebrates the many roles a hard working teacher performs every single day!
Our 'What is a Teacher?' A4 print makes the perfect teacher gift for the end of term. A very unique way to say thank you to a brilliant teacher.
The poem was written by award-winning Bespoke Verse poet Joanna Miller. She used to be an English teacher herself, so she knows what makes a good present. She also knows what hard work it is!
The eye-catching typographic design was the creation of Russet and Gray.
Whether the teacher in question is a trip organiser, an inspiring mentor or a corridor stalker, they will definitely feel appreciated on receiving 'What is a Teacher?'
The poem is printed on the highest quality card which measures H30 x W21cm (A4). It is unframed and presented smartly in cellophane with backing board behind. The text/font colour is light blue. Please see the other colours available.
The poem reads:
What is a Teacher?
A walker, a talker, a corridor stalker
A leader, director & tactful corrector
A role-model, tutor, a whiz with computer
A natural persuader, a daily first-aider
A reader, a writer, reports all-nighter
A printer, protector, a problem deflector
A marker, a setter, a sender of letter
A natural orator, a known confiscator
A divider, decider, a spare pen provider
A cutter, a sticker, a fair-minded picker
A debater, relater & smile reinstater
A pairer, a carer, a lesson preparer
A defender, a lender, a broker & mender
A creator, inventor, inspiring mentor
A smiler, a filer, a stay back a while
A parent reminder, lost property finder
A keen finder-outer, & sometimes a shouter
A describer, reviser, a trip organiser
A thinker, a winker, a covered in inker
An on your sider & staff-room resider
That’s what makes a Teacher!
Copyright Joanna Miller 2012. (Author's permission required to reproduce this poem.)
£14.00
A rhyming letter of thanks (and apology!) from an older daughter to her much-loved Mum.
This moving and heartfelt poem makes the perfect gift for Mother's Day, Christmas or a Birthday.
The poem was written by Bespoke Verse poet Joanna Miller who has a lot of teenage tantrums to apologise for! The design is by Stephanie Cole.
The poem has been printed on the highest quality card which measures H30 x W21cm (A4). It is unframed.
The wording of the poem is:
A Letter to Mum
To my wonderful Mum
I have to say sorry
For the teenage tantrums
And all of the worry
For all the times
I answered you back
Sulked and protested
And veered off the track.
Thanks for forgiving,
(Just one of your gifts)
For the listening ear
The advice and the lifts
Your unquestioning love
Your caring devotion
The hugs and support
At times of commotion.
You told me the truth
Yet let me be me
And helped me to find
Who I wanted to be.
You shaped me and gave me
All that you had
Stayed by my side
In good times and bad.
So thank you for showing
What parents should be
With all of my love Mum
Forever - from me.
Copyright Joanna Miller 2014.
(Author's permission required to reproduce this poem).
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This adorable handmade rag doll has a removable pretty white dress with pink flowers, trimmed with white broderie angliase and white knickerbockers (underneath).
She has blonde woollen hair witch white floral bows, a stitched pretty smile, rosy cheeds and black bead eyes.
This lovely doll would make a great gift and a treasured friend for many years.
She measures 40cm (height).
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Disc Stud Earrings with Garnet Drops
Elegance worn by Royalty!
Kate Middleton has been spotted wearing these stunning earrings in Aqua Chalcedony (see images to the left) on a number of occasions!!
Old meets new with these unique, antique style stud earrings.
Textured 24kt matt gold plate finish with pretty semi precious Garnet stone drops.
These earrings are available in a variety of other stunning colours/semi-precious stones.
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This fabulous melamine cup with a vibrant floral cameo print will brighten up your mealtime!
It is made from tough, durable melamine and is dishwasher safe. It is virtually unbreakable, meaning it’s great for picnics in the park, barbecues in the garden and clumsy children!
It measures 9cm (height) by 9cm (diameter).
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Springer Spaniel
These stunning large greeting cards have been designed by contemporary artist, James Bartholomew.
They are blank inside and measure 158mm x 158mm.
Each card is cello wrapped with a white envelope.
James Bartholemew is a member of the Royal Society of Marine Artists (RSMA) and a member of The Manchester Academy of Fine Art (MAFA).
His seascape and landscape paintings have been awarded the Charles Pears Award and the Sir Peter Scott Award. Work has also been commissioned by the Sunday Times, the British Tourist Authority, BBC Holidays, Christies and Bonhams.
He works full time from his studio at the Mill House Gallery in Parbold, Lancashire where all visitors are welcome.
He travels regularly around the British coast, particularly Cornwall, Pembrokeshire and western Scotland and has also done considerable bodies of work in France, Tuscany and Venice
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Featured in Vogue UK Magazine
Everyone should own one of these stunning stripped pure cotton beach towels as they're one of the most practical and versatile items you'll use this summer and beyond. They are the perfect gift for teenagers, kids and everyone who travels or loves the beach!
Hammamas are super absorbent, lightweight and fast drying and are simply life changing.
Known as the 'Clever Cotton Towel' they are the perfect holiday and travel companion as they are super compact and can be used for anything including:
We say that once you've used a Hammamas you'll never use a traditional towel again!
The combination of premium quality Turkish cotton and traditional weaves and techniques create a product that is of the highest quality, that's soft, absorbent and lasts.
The Hammamas Original towels measure 180cm by 90cm and they are supplied pre washed and ready to use.
They are available in a rainbow of stunning colours and a smaller size for kids too (see below).
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Elegance worn by Royalty!
Simple, sophisticated & elegant, these stunning earrings feature delicate faceted semi-precious smoky quartz briolettes suspended from textured 22kt gold plated discs.
They have been worn by Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge on several occasions and look fabulous with the matching bracelets available (see below).
Measuring 2.7cm (total height) x 10cm (disc diameter) they are available in a variety of semi-precious stones (see below).
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Elegance worn by Royalty!
Simple, sophisticated & elegant, these stunning earrings feature delicate faceted semi-precious rose quartz briolettes suspended from textured 22kt gold plated discs.
They have been worn by Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge on several occasions and look fabulous with the matching bracelets available (see below).
Measuring 2.7cm (total height) x 10cm (disc diameter) they are available in a variety of semi-precious stones (see below).
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" Life is too short for matching socks"
A little something fun for your feet. Whether you wear them all day at work, save them for snuggling up on the couch or use them to help keep feet warm at night, a pair of solmate knitted socks is a unique gift that's sure to bring a cheerful smile to the wearer.
They have been 'mismatched with care' and are wonderfully comfortable and totally unique.
They are eco friendly (knitted from recycled cotton), easy to wash and hard wearing.
The colours include: Black, Pomegranate, Forest Green, Aluminum Grey, and Cranberry Red.
Available in sizes: Small (UK Ladies 4-6), Medium (UK Ladies 6-8), Large (UK Ladies 8-10) and Extra Large (UK Men's 9-11). Please select your preferred size below.
Also available! - Lots of other fabulous colours within this range for adults, children and babies.
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Made from 100% cotton, this stunning horizontally ribbed Vicki Pink Jumper features a slouchy silhouette with a high crew neckline and roomy sleeves. A definite wardrobe staple for spring and autumn, this fabulous top also has banded trims and vents at the side. It’s ideal for layering over shirts for a casual weekend look.
It has a mock turtle neck and 3/4 length sleeves. One size ((fits UK sizes 8-16). It is made in the U.K and machine washable at 30˚
It is also available in navy, black and silver.
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Beautiful delicate bracelet with fabulous sparkly detail and a clasp fastening.
This popular piece is simple and elegant.
Available in gold and silver with a beautiful diamante heart at the top.
Adjustable to fit any wrist.
£15.00
Beautiful delicate bracelet with fabulous sparkly detail and a clasp fastening.
This popular piece is simple and elegant.
Available in gold and silver plating.
£78.00
This fabulous new and exclusive jewellery range from Barbados screams global cool but with a warm island soul. The pieces combine delicate metals with the most beautiful semi-precious stones, crystals and freshwater pearls.
The entire collection is designed to be layered and collected. Whether worn as standalone pieces or layered together each piece of jewellery is truly unique and beautiful.
This best selling stunning gold necklace with pretty cubic zircon ascending stars can be worn alone or stacked with another piece from the collection such as the Wendy Moon necklace as shown in the image to the left. It is available in Gold and Sterling Silver. It measures 18 inches with a 3 inch extension (length) and the the metal is Gold Plated over Sterling Silver. There are pretty Little Lights matching earrings available.
Recently, ICANDI Rocks has flown the shores of its island home and taken up residence within the renowned and prestigious walls of the Henri Bendel luxury department store on New York’s 5th Avenue – much to the delight of Henri’s sophisticated and metropolitan clientele.
Please note that the first image shows the Little Lights Necklace layered with the Wendy Moon Necklace. The second image shows the Little Lights Necklace worn on its own.
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Three pairs of stylish blue, mustard and teal bamboo ankle socks in a luxury gift box. The socks feature a contrasting dotty pattern and heart ankle trim. An ideal gift for someone special.
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Easy to wear and super stylish, our short acrylic Navy & Mustard Pom Pom Poncho is a true wardrobe essential. Perfect for layering and a season-to-season go to. It has an asymmetric hem and pom-poms in mustard and navy.
Also available in Mustard with Navy & Mustard Pom Poms.
£3.50
This stunning 125g soap is made to a traditional 'Marseilles' recipe using natural essences. This lovely marine soap features a light and fresh aqua scent that is reminiscent of a sea breeze. It is a refreshing aroma that is an excellent way to start your day or remind you of your last beach holiday.
This marine soap is great for everyone in the family, not just because of its light and refreshing aroma, but because it is suitable for all skin types. From dry, oily, sensitive, or combination skin, this is the perfect daily soap to keep in your shower or bathtub.
If you are looking for a unisex and family friendly daily soap, look no further than our marine soap!
The soap contains sustainable, responsibly sourced palm oil from Indonesia that is certified under the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) standard.
Ingredients: Sodium palmate, Sodium palm kernelate, Aqua, Parfum, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin, Coumarin, Linalool, Geraniol, Citral, Cl 77288, Cl 11710
As the old adage goes, cleanliness is second only to Godliness and these soaps are still made to a traditional ‘Marseilles’ recipe including plenty of Shea Butter and Natural Essences. They’re made by a small, artisanal factory on the border between France and Spain and this rich, creamy bar soap is 100% vegetarian – squeaky clean in body and mind!
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These beautiful, mini ribbed votives are just perfect for tea light candles. The frosted finish adds an unusual edge and ensures the perfect cosy glow when used with a lit tea light. The votives are also available in Red, Green, Gold and Silver. Matching baubles also available.
Please note: This product is sold in single units.
Dimensions: 6x4cm
£4.95
Your essential "to-go" wallet that attaches to any phone or tablet. This universal phone pocket holds up to 3 cards. Stylish felt finish, easy removable non-residue 3M adhesive.
Choose from 2 different shades of grey.
£9.95
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At the beach or on the go, this crab just wants to lend a helping claw. Grip his sturdy beechwood shell to utilize any one of his helpful stainless steel appendages.
This best selling multi tool comes with a mini scissor, bottle opener, 3/16 flat head screwdriver, can opener, mini knife, and rope saw.
Dimensions: W-2.5" x H-1.5" x L-1”
£35.00
This simple design from the famous Bensimon brand has been a celebrity favourite, fashion must have, and an undisputed classic for years. Easy to wear, you'll never want to take these timeless and stylish canvas shoes off! Plus they are machine washable and 100% organic cotton and rubber.
They are lightweight, include a removable padded insole for extra comfort and have a casually distressed finish. Great paired with everything, from skirts and dresses to chinos and jeans - happy wearing! Available in a variety of colours.
Who has never once worn a pair of Bensimon sneakers? Inspired from the surplus army canvas sneakers and designed in a large range of colours, la Tennis BENSIMON has become, over the years, the everyday “friend” of all generations. This iconic sneaker has immediately been adopted by the fashion community which turned it into a “must have” of the women’s wardrobes. Today, it is part of the French heritage with celebrities and VIP’s like Brigitte Bardot, Lady Diana, Jane Birkin, or Naomi Watts that made it an emblem of Parisian fashion.
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Please give a warm welcome to Boo, Belle's adorable companion recreated as a soft toy.
Made with love, the plush features beautiful details including traditional black bead eyes, hand-stitched eyelids, pink silk foot pads and a pink nose! Oh and a white fluffy tail of course.
He arrives packaged with a with a satin ribbon holding his own swing tag which offers "Boo's Promise" to be become the best friend of anyone who takes him home to share in their adventures. The toy is finished with a stitched Belle & Boo woven label.
£3.50
For Mum - Thank you for everything, here's a little token of mu love X
This exquisite pewter charm on a card has been made in England by Compton & Clarke. It would be a sweet and thoughtful gift for a loved one. The collection of charms on cards have been a wonderfully popular pressies and are really easy to post!
The pewter charm comes on a silver foil decorated little card with a complementary envelope. The charm can be peeled off and kept safe in your pocket or purse.
Materials: pewter
Size: W: 9cm, H: 6cm
£3.50
For love - To bring you much love and happiness through life
This pewter charm on a card has been made in England by Compton & Clarke. It would be a sweet and thoughtful gift for a loved one. The collection of charms on cards have been a wonderfully popular pressies and are really easy to post!
The pewter charm comes on a silver foil decorated little card with a complementary envelope. The charm can be peeled off and kept safe in your pocket or purse.
Materials: pewter
Size: W: 9cm, H: 6cm
£12.95
The Second Edition of the original Advent Letters - perfect if you have already read our first edition in 2017.
A brand new letter for every day of Advent from your little Elf pen friend, Pip McJingles. Our original Advent Letters are the perfect countdown to Christmas!
Arriving in charming little numbered envelopes, these enchanting notes will let children in on the secret fun, magic and mayhem that goes on at Santa's workshop throughout December, as told by their very own North Pole pen pal, Pip McJingles.
The 24 number envelopes have been designed to be read in the correct order, to build a daily story of the North Pole.
Whether you add them amongst your christmas post, snaffle them away in a toy box or sneak them onto the breakfast table - everyday your children can let the excitement build with the latest events in North Pole.
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£4.50
BEE STRONG
'Bee the best version of yourself'
Carded charm with a golden bee, the underside of the bee has also been engraved with the text ‘Bee Strong’ so it could be removed from the card and kept in a pocket or a purse.
Supplied as photographed with this cute little golden envelope.
The card measures 85mm x 55mms
The Bee measures 25mm
It's made of pewter which has then been gold plated.
Made in England.
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Super soft faux fur pom-pom keyring i navy blue with a navy leather strap. Clip it onto keyrings or bags for an instant style and colour update.
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Super soft faux fur pom-pom keyring in pale aqua blue with a blue leather strap. Clip it onto keyrings or bags for an instant style and colour update.
£12.95
Blue scarf with shimmering metallic tree print.
Denim blue is a fabulous colour for every skin tone and we’ve paired it with rose gold for a striking combination. Metallic trees are printed across the whole of the scarf adding a warm shimmer to this design. This scarf is perfect for any occasion from the office to a night on the town.
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This charming Pop & Slot 'Noah's Ark' scene will delight the young and old.
It contains two sheets of cardboard punch-out parts and is easily assembled. Simply pop out the pieces and build your own 3D decoration.
Width: 260 mm
Height: 400 mm
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This beautiful notecard pack features stunning artwork by Elise Hurst. It includes 8 notecards with envelopes in a cello and measures Width: 90 mm x Height: 140 mm.
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A Beautiful 3D build your own Christmas advent reindeer. Designed by Helen Dardik for Roger la Borde. Each comes flat packed so is perfect for sending overseas. The kit contains a cardboard deer with 2 sheets of 24 parts. Measures 210mm x 148mm (flat packed). Also available in a larger size.
£1.75
Bring a smile to someone's face with this cute French sausage dog card. Comes complete with an envelope.
FSC certified paper
Designed and made in the UK
Blank inside for your own message
12cm Length x 17cm Width
£8.95
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We just love this fun and funky 1L. retro-looking plastic thermos in a stunning blue and green color combo. It measures 20cm (length) x 15cm (width) x 31cm (height). Please see the matching pitcher, plates, cups and spoons available.
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This large dusty green melamine pitcher will hold a whopping 1,75L. Ideal for cold drinks and picnics, it is tough and durable. Please see matching plates, cups and spoons available.
It measures 22cm (height) by 13cm (diameter).
£8.99
This fabulous Sports Heroes quiz card game contains individual cards of forty of the greatest Sports Heroes. Each card is fantastically illustrated to represent the individual sportsperson and shows their dates, their flag of birthplace and seven gripping facts about them, including a joker fact about each Sports Hero to surprise and/or entertain
Our Sports Heroes start with the first century BCE Athenian, Pheidippides, said to be the first person to run the marathon. We then charge forwards with heroes like Captain Webb, WG Grace, de Coubertin, who helped devise the modern Olympics, Suzanne Lenglen, Jesse Owens, Sonia Henie, Don Bradman, Juan Fangio, Tanni Grey-Thompson and many more. Our heroes in Sports Heroes come from a range of sports, such as athletics, boxing, football, golf, F1 racing, tennis, rugby, baseball, cricket, basketball, gymnastics, ice skating and squash.
There are many ways to play History Heroes’ Sports Heroes game and you can make up your own rules as long as everyone playing agrees to them! The aim is simple: you win the game by winning the cards and you win the cards by guessing/knowing the facts. You can use the images as clues and you can use the different levels of facts to make it as easy or as hard as you want to play the game. You can also play the game at different levels within the game so that all ages and stages can play together. The green facts are the easiest working down to the red facts, the most difficult. You can, of course, use the joker fact at the bottom, too, to overrule them all!
Product Dimensions: 11.8 x 7 x 1.8 cm
Itemweight: 123g
Recommended age: 8 years – 80+
£8.99
History Heroes: Inventors quiz card game. An award winning game to educate & entertain:
Which inventor, most commonly linked with a peace prize, was the brains behind dynamite? The answer: Alfred Nobel
Did you know that Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of the telephone, received his well-known middle name as an 11th birthday gift from his father?
And, whilst most might know that Florence Nightingale was the founder of modern nursing, how many realise that she is also credited as the inventor of the mathematical pie chart? Test yourself with these facts and many more in the game.
Test yourselves and learn about these inventors and all the other of the 40 fantastic inventors, each with their own card and seven fascinating facts. There are many ways of playing History Heroes: INVENTORS card game. Included in each game is a ‘how to play’ card and you can make up your own rules as long as everyone playing agrees to them! The aim is simple: you win the game by winning the cards and you win the cards by guessing/knowing the facts. You can use the images as clues and you can use the different levels of facts to make it as easy or as hard as you want to play the game. You can also play the game at different levels within the game so that all ages and stages can play together. The green facts are the easiest working down to the red facts, the most difficult. You can, of course, use the joker fact at the bottom, too, to overrule them all!
Product Dimensions: 11.8 x 7 x 1.8 cm
Item weight: 123g
Recommended age: 8 years – 80+
£25.00
These beautiful, decorative and eye catching hanging starbust light ornaments create warmth and ambience and are simply mesmerising! Make a living room extra special at Christmas, decorate a bedroom to make it magical, or add some sparkle to a special corner in your garden or patio. These fabulous and unusual lights are perfect for the home, shops, window displays, bars, restaurants, offices and parties and can be used both indoors and outdoors. The 200 warm LED lights give the starburst an illuminated diameter of 50cm and the wire measures 8 metres. The lights are mains powered.
Available in copper or silver in 2 sizes - Large (50cm diameter) with mains plug or Medium (30cm diameter) battery operated.
They are attractively presented and boxed.
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These beautiful, decorative and eye catching hanging starbust light ornaments create warmth and ambience and are simply mesmerising! Make a living room extra special at Christmas, decorate a bedroom to make it magical, or add some sparkle to a special corner in your garden or patio. These fabulous and unusual lights are perfect for the home, shops, window displays, bars, restaurants, offices and parties and can be used both indoors and outdoors. The 200 warm LED lights give the starburst an illuminated diameter of 50cm and the wire measures 8 metres. The lights are mains powered.
Available in copper or silver in 2 sizes - Large (50cm diameter) with mains plug or Medium (30cm diameter) battery operated.
They are attractively presented and boxed.
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Channel your inner bohemian self with the gorgeously feminine Maui Kaftan, a shorter, flirtier style featuring lace inserts, pleated skirting and sleeves.
• Dropped waist
• Slightly rounded neck with long tassel pull ties
• High hem line
• Slightly loose fit with wide sleeves
The model in the image is 5'7' UK 8 tall and is wearing a size Extra Small (XS). 100% cotton. Hand wash separately in cold water, do not bleach, line dry.
Size XS (UK 8) measures 54.5cm in length, 48.5cm at bust
Size S (UK 10) measures 55cm in length, 51cm at bust
Size M (UK 12) measures 55.5cm in length, 53.5cm at bust
Size L (UK 14-16) measures 56cm in length, 56cm at bust
LENGTH - Shoulder point to hem
BUST - Measured at underarm
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These pretty re-usable tins contain 30 assorted latex free spaceboy childrens plasters.
The contents include: 10 plasters 76 x 19mm, 10 plasters 58 x 16mm, 10 plasters 38 x 22mm.
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£6.00
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Charge your devices (iphone, ipad, ipod, camera etc) on the go with this portable charger with a world map design. Convenient and easy to use, these powerbank keyrings are pretty as well as practical. Ideal for festivals, road trips, camping, holidays - anywhere with limited access to a power socket!
Powerbank measures: 9cm x 2.5cm
20cm long micro-USB cable
USB output for charging a variety of devices
Approximately one full phone charge (may vary due to model and age of phone)
Technical specifications:
Input: DC 5V-800mA
Output: DC 5V - 1000mA (max)
Capacity: 2000mAh
Standard: GB 4706.18-2005
£3.95