A modern grammar for young children to match the wackiest of ABCs. The points covered are very basic indeed and include; nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, prepositions, conjunctions, plurals and the sentence. Each point is put over in the most appealing way possible, using flaps, tabs, pop-ups, wheels and other novelty devices that children will love. Who could resist learning with Alan Adjective and Vera Verb, or pulling the tab and watching the sentence fall into place on the final spread, once all the grammar points have been learned?
WE ARE CURRENTLY OUT OF THE OFFICE AND UNABLE TO POST ORDERS TO YOU UNTIL WEDNESDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER. PLEASE PROCEED WITH YOUR ORDER IF YOU ARE HAPPY TO WAIT UNTIL THEN. WE APOLOGISE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED
The Coffee Lovers Week Poem Tea Towel
£9.95
A funny and clever poem for a coffee lover - on a tea towel!
'The Coffee Lover's Week' poem tea towel makes a witty and unique gift for a coffee drinker.
Part of our fun and cheeky 'days of the week' collection, it's an ideal gift for birthdays, Christmas, Father's Day, or a 'I saw this and thought of you' gift.
Whether it's a Latte, Americano or Flat White, we all know someone who can't live without a daily cup of coffee.
This original poem was written by Bespoke Verse poet, Joanna Miller, who is married to a coffee addict who has many a week like the one described! The poem is subject to copyright, so cannot be reproduced without her permission.
The design is by 'Have a Gander'.
Our high quality tea towels are lovingly printed in the UK. They come folded and bagged in a protective plastic sleeve.
Bespoke Verse tea towels are made from 100% cotton for good absorbancy, with white hanging tab and care label top left. The sides are all hemmed.
Care: Wash at a maximum of 40 degrees with similar colours. Can be ironed.
It measures H76 x W48cm (approx)
The Garden Lover's Week Poem Print
Sold Out
This beautifully hand inked print featuring a witty garden lovers' poem is a perfect gift for green-fingered friends and family whether it's their birthday, Christmas, Mother's Day or Father's Day.
Whether it's weeding or feeding, mowing or hoeing, we all know someone who is very green-fingered.
This original poem was written by the extremely talented Bespoke Verse poet, Joanna Miller. It is printed on the finest quality card which measures H30 x W21cm (A4). It is unframed.
The poem reads:
The Garden Lover’s Week
On Monday I’ll be digging beds
And snipping off those wilted heads
Tuesdays means the hedge needs trimming
And possibly a bit of strimming
Wednesdays there’s the job of lopping
Pruning, and a bit of chopping
Thursdays means a day of mowing
Plus an afternoon of hoeing
On Friday it is time for weeding
And the watering and feeding
Saturdays, day of adventure:
A trip to tip or garden centre
And Sundays (if the back’s not aching)
It’s getting rid of slugs and staking!
Copyright Joanna Miller 2014. (Author's permission required to reproduce this poem.)
The Marriage Advert Poem Print
£14.00
This brand new marriage poem comes in the form of a job advert for a husband or wife, skills, salary, hours, pension all described!
Our funny and joyful marriage print makes the perfect gift for weddings and anniversaries. It is also suitable as a wedding poem or reading and for a marriage proposal!
The poem is actually a 14 line sonnet. It was written by Bespoke Verse poet (and Oxford graduate!) Joanna Miller, whose wedding poems have featured in magazines such as 'Wedding Ideas' and 'Brides'. In 2013 she won the Wedding Industry Experts award for 'Best Wedding Writer.'
Whether it's the salary of kisses or the lifetime contract, everyone will recognise the role of a husband or wife that the 'The Marriage Advert' describes.
The text reads:
Please see our full range of fabulous poem prints available.
The Perfect Punctuation Book
Sold Out
Here is the seventh title in the stunningly successful sequence that began in l996 with The Great Grammar Book.
Through flaps, pop-up wizardry and superb illustrations, this ingenious book explains how to use commas, apostrophes, brackets, exclamation marks and lots more. By rescuing tadpole commas from a scary pike, finding all the creatures that have escaped from Punctuation Park and listening to the chattering monkeys' advice on how to use speech marks, children will soon feel confident about basic punctuation.
Packed with clear and entertaining examples, this book makes punctuation both easy and fun!
The Super Science Book
Sold Out
Here is the fifth title in the stunningly successful sequence that began in l996 with THE GREAT GRAMMAR BOOK.
THE SUPER SCIENCE BOOK describes, with pop-up wizardry and superb illustrations, the principles of Physical Science. Atoms, molecules, elements and compounds have never been so much fun.
If you want to be a scientist- LOOK closely at the worlds around you. ASK lots of questions and keep a RECORD of how things change.
If you want to be a scientist READ THIS BOOK.
The Terrific Times Tables Book
Sold Out
Through flaps, pop-up wizardry and superb illustrations, this ingenious book explains how to to times tables effortlessly. Chant them; shout them; learn them. Enjoy them! Those all-important times tables have never been such a hoot!
Packed with clear and entertaining examples, this book makes maths fun!
From the creators of the mega-successful The Great Grammar Book!
The Variety Of Life
Sold Out
Our planet is full of life! Did you know there are 400,000 species of beetle - but only eight species of bear? This stunning book explores the extraordinary diversity of the natural world and profiles some of its most surprising creatures.
A glorious celebration of diversity within the Animal Kingdom by non-fiction specialist Nicola Davies, illustrated by rising star Lorna Scobie.
There is something to delight on every page with fascinating facts about mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and insects. This exquisite book will encourage children to treasure the world's biodiversity and help to stop it slipping away.
The Wine Lover's Week Poem Print
£14.00
This hand inked wine lover print features our "Wine Lover's Week" poem, and makes a fun and witty gift for wine lovers.
Our funny days of the week wine print is perfect for celebrating a birthday, a friend at Christmas, or simply a Friday night!
Whether it's Pinot, Merlot or Chardonnay, we all know someone who can't live without a glass of vino.
This original poem was written by the extremely talented Bespoke Verse poet, Joanna Miller. The poem has been printed on the finest quality card which measures H30 x W21cm (A4). It is unframed.
The poem reads:
The Wine Lover’s Week
On Mondays I am rather keeno
On a lazy glass of Pinot
Tuesdays? I might end the day
With a spot of Beaujolais
Wednesday (if the day's a shocker)
May include a fine Rioja
Thursday nights, if out I go,
I'm partial to a nice Merlot
On Friday friends may come and stay
We'll open up the Chardonnay
Saturdays I'm known to harbour
A hankering for ice cold Cava
And suddenly the week has gone...
It's Sunday night and Sauvignon!
Copyright Joanna Miller 2014. (Author's permission required to reproduce this poem.)
Tin Can Alley Game
Sold Out
Shortlisted for Gift of the Year 2016. Loads of fun at parties and fetes.
This vintage Tin Can Alley game is perfect family fun for school fêtes, kids parties or summer garden games. The set comes with 3 bean bags and 10 'shop product' design tin cans, making it perfect for playing shopkeepers too! Shortlisted for Gift of the Year 2016 it's sure to be loved by the kids!
Each can measures 10cm x 8cm
Tinc Boogie Bulb - Multi
Sold Out
Turn any room into your own disco. Boogie in your bedroom, disco in your dining room or groove in your garage. This fab rotating full colour LED lightbulb casts red, green and blue lights - instantly transforming any room into a disco inferno. Get on down!
Designed to last for up to 8000 hours.
Each bulb is supplied as a bayonet fitting and comes with a screw fitting adaptor included in the box. This increases the height of the bulb from the fitting by approximately 3cm.
Toby Bento Box
Sold Out
Perfect for picnics! dotcomgiftshop's Toby bento box has three compartments ideal for snacks.
Handwash only
Not for microwave
Each compartment measures approx: 10.5cm diameter, 4cm in height.
Topple Tower - 54 Pieces
£9.95
Build a tower, move the pieces and hope that you don't knock it down! Tower measures 28cm (h) by 7cm (w)
- 54 wooden pieces
- Warning! Choking hazard, small parts.
- Not for children under 3 years.
- Adult supervision required.
Tortoiseshell Oversized Rounded Frame Sunglasses
£24.95
These dark taupe tortoiseshell sunglasses have oversized rounded wayfarer frames. Each pair will arrive beautifully boxed in a PoM branded recyclable case. The lenses have a UV 400 - high protection (Cat 2) against UVA & UVB rays.
Touring England Board Game
Sold Out
This is a relatively simple board game which relies on a little bit of logic and a lucky roll of the dice to win. It's a great game to play and is educational for younger players as it will increase their knowledge of the geography (major towns and cities) of England and Wales.
For 2-4 players, each player is given a set of cards with the names of cities on them. Players then have to roll the dice and move a counter around the board in order to visit each of the cities listed on the cards that they have been given in whichever order they choose and successfully return to their starting point to win. There are various obstacles around the board to make things more interesting.
It's a deceptively simple idea but it can be fiendishly difficult to accomplish, especially if the dice is not on your side. The skill part in the game comes from planning the most efficient route around England. The board and pieces have a nice `30s retro feel. The stylish board is sturdy, the counters are wooden pointers with little wooden cut out cars on them.
Traditional Badminton Set
Sold Out
Traditional badminton set in a lovely gift box with a full set of instructions, A superb recreational game for all. Set includes:
- 2 x metal badminton rackets with rubber grip. 65 cm long, head size 20 x 24 cm.
- 1 x 3 metre net
- 3 x plastic and rubber shuttlecocks, height 8 cm.
- 1 x printed cotton draw string carry bag. Bag size 70 x 24 cm.
Warning! Choking hazard Not suitable for children under the age of 3 years.
Traditional Dominoes Set In Tin
£8.95
This quality set of dominoes will provide hours of fun and entertainment for family and friends.
Each set includes 28 black and white pieces and an easy to follow instruction leaflet.
The set is presented in a lovely vintage green and red tin box.
It measures: Length: 18cm, Width: 5cm, Height: 4cm
Traditional Naughts & Crosses Game
Sold Out
One that will appeal to every generation, this traditional wooden naughts and crosses game is just perfect for whiling away the hours with a friend. The wooden box holds 9 die and has a clever playing board on the reverse of the lid. Not for those under 3 years of age due to choking hazard.
Traditional Tiddly Winks Game
£5.95
Who remembers the addictive quality of tiddly winks?
This traditional and colourful board game is fabulous fun for up to 4 players and comes with full instructions on how to play.
The clever cardboard box converts into the game board and has a snazzy plastic catching cup in the centre.
Warning! Choking hazard Not suitable for children under the age of 3 years.
Dimensions: Length: 15 cm, Width: 15 cm, Height: 5 cm
Traditional Wooden Rounders Set
Sold Out
Traditional wooden rounders set, can be enjoyed by gentlemen, ladies and children alike. Lets play rounders! The game of rounders is a traditional game that began in Tudor times on the playing fields of Britain. Two teams of between 6 and 12 players battle against each other to see who can score the most 'rounders' points. This box set includes:
- 4 x Wooden rounders posts. Length of post 59 cm diameter. 1 cm.
- 1 x Wooden rounders with cotton cord grip. Bat length 46 cm diameter. 5 cm.
- 1 x Soft tennis ball
- Printed cotton tidy bag. Length 69 cm x width 18 cm.
- Instructions see the reverse of the gift box.
Travel Carded Pocket Charm
£3.50
Travel - A compass to guide you on your journey and find your way home
This delightful pewter charm on a card is a sweet and thoughtful gift for a loved one .. and it’s easy to pop in the post too!
The pewter charm is attached to a silver foil decorated pearlescent card with a complimentary silver envelope. The charm can be peeled off and kept safe in your pocket or purse.
Materials: pewter
Card measures 8.5cms x 6 cms.
Travel Nail Kit
£6.50
This handy tin kit features everything you need to trim, shape and buff your nails. Contents include: 2 nail clippers (large & small), 4 acetone wipes and 1 nail file/cuticle pusher.
• Dimensions - L 9.5cm, W 6cm, D 1.7cm
• Material: metal & plastic
• Packaged in a reusable tin
Travel Sewing Tin
Sold Out
Very pretty little travel sewing tin.
Book of needles
1 x folding scissors
10 x assorted small buttons
Metal thimble
Pink tape measure
6 x metal saftey pins
Needle threader
4 x mini reels of cotton
Tree Of Life Carded Pewter Pocket Charm
£3.50
Tree of Life - Stand tall and proud, branch out on a limb, but never forget your roots x
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
Truffle Children's Faux Fur Huff
Sold Out
A sweet truffle faux fur headband which looks perfect on a winter's day, and keeps little ears cosy and warm. The headband is elasticated for a comfortable fit and is available in 2 sizes for ages 4 to 12.
Matching Faux Fur Waistcoat and Vixen Scarf available.
Turquoise Hen Shaped Egg Cup
£10.99
We love these bright and quirky hen shaped ceramic egg cups. They are guaranteed to brighten up the breakfast table! They measure 10cm (length ) x 8cm (width) x 10cm (height) and come in 6 fabulous colours - coral, mint, yellow, turquoise, pink and green. They are suitable for dishwasher and microwave safe and can be purchased individually (see below).
Turquoise Rose Printed Harem Pants
£16.95
Delightful frilly harem pants in a turquoise vintage rose printed soft cotton voile.
The model in the image to the left is 6 years old, and she is wearing the size S wrap dress as a top with large Harem Pants in the same fabric.
The last two images on the left show the Harem Pants in the Smoky Blue Vintage Rose fabric which is also available.
The harem pants are unlined and can be sourced in the following sizes:
Sizes: S (age 1-2) length 50cm; M (age 3-4) length 60cm; L (age 5- 6) length 68cm
Please select your preferred size from the drop down list below.
Turquoise Rose Printed Wrap Dress
£18.95
Delightful frilly wrap dress in a turquoise vintage rose printed soft cotton voile.
The dress has a frill at the chest and hem, and ties to fit at the side. It is unlined.
The width is adjustable because of the ties, but depending on the length, it can be worn as a below the knee dress, a shorter dress or a top. The model in the attached image is 6 years old, and she is wearing the size S as a top with Harem Pants in the same fabric.
The dress can be sourced in the following sizes which are given as a below the knee dress.
Sizes: Small (age 1-2) length 53cm; Medium (age 3-4) length 62cm; Large (age 5- 6) length 67cm
Please select your preferred size from the drop down list below.
Turquoise Shangri La Wool & Silk Scarf
£45.00
Brighten up your wardrobe with this stunning scarf with a soft, aqua background and a delicate overprint.
All our scarves are made with luxurious fibres and are ultra soft on the skin.
92% wool; 8% silk
70 x 190cm
Dry clean only
Turquoise Vintage Rose Clip Purse
£12.00
A pretty vintage inspired rose print purse in a beautiful 100% cotton floral fabric.
It is fully lined in silky satin in a tonal colour and is available in a range of unique prints .
It closes with a pretty antique styled clip, giving the purse a lovely vintage feel.
It measures 10.5cm x 14.5cm
Turquoise Vintage Rose Molly Purse
£14.95
A pretty vintage inspired rose print purse in a beautiful 100% cotton floral fabric.
It is fully lined in silky satin in a tonal colour and is available in a range of unique prints.
It closes with a pretty antique styled clip, giving the purse a lovely vintage feel.
Please see the other products available in the same design below.
It measures 19cm x 14cm
Turquoise Vintage Rose Scarf
Sold Out
This beautiful soft cotton vintage floral scarf is extremely pretty and looks fantastic worn as a scarf, a bandana, or even as a belt to accessories a plain tunic dress.
It has a pretty pom pom trim at each hem.
It is made with 100% cotton and is machine washable at 40 degrees.
It measures 200cm x 55cm.
Turquoise Vintage Rose Zipper Bag
£24.00
This gorgeous vintage style floral cotton bag is both pretty and practical.
It is made from a soft printed cotton voile with a strong cotton lining and has straps (with a wooden ring detail) that are long enough to slip easily over your shoulder.
It closes very securely with a long outer zip and has one small inside pocket, ideal for phones and keys.
It is roomy enough to carry all your belongings in fine style and is available in a number of other pretty vintage rose prints (see below).
It is made from 100% cotton and is machine washable at 40 degrees.
It measures 52cm (width) and 39cm (height) excluding the straps.
Turquoise Wool & Silk Scarf
Sold Out
Brighten up your wardrobe with this pretty lightweight turquoise wool and silk scarf with a stripe border.
92% Wool 8% Silk
Dry Clean Only
70 x 180cm
Ultramarine Vintage Rose Print Scarf
Sold Out
This beautiful soft cotton vintage floral scarf is extremely pretty and looks fantastic worn as a scarf, a bandana, or even as a belt to accessories a plain tunic dress.
It has a pretty pom pom trim at each hem.
It is made with 100% cotton and is machine washable at 40 degrees.
It measures 200cm x 55cm.
Unicorn Greeting Card
£2.90
This delightful Greeting Card on luxurious antique wove board features stunning artwork by Mike Lowry. It is presented in a cello with an envelope and measures Width: 97mm x Height: 147mm
Union Jack Playing Cards
£2.95
Pack of union jack playing cards. Pack contains 52 playing cards and two jokers.
Valentines Gift Card
£10.00
On the most romantic day of the year, surprise and spoil the one that you love by sending them a Valentine's Gift Card, enabling them to choose their own special gift! Simply enter the amount that you would like to give and the e-mail address (at checkout) of your loved one so that the voucher can be e-mailed to them directly. It will be sure to put a smile on their face!
Vibrant Blue Zebra Print Scarf With Pale Pink Border
£12.95
Cornflower blue cotton scarf with a playful zebra print and striped border in shades of pink and navy blue
100% Cotton
Vibrant Pink Mix Diamond Weave Bag Strap
£17.95
The strap is interchangeable/removable and can be adjusted for use with a shorter shoulder bag or a longer cross body. It can be easily attached to any bag with a D-ring attachment. The strap width is 1.5 inches approx. A perfect gift for bag lovers.
Vibrant Pink Ombré Scarf
£17.99
Super soft vibrant pink scarf with a woven ombre effect using jade green yarn and twist tassels at each end
100% Polyester
Vintage Blue Roses Washing Up Gloves
Sold Out
These pretty vintage blue rose latex washing up gloves with sprigs of roses on a white PVC cuff are a size medium (one size only) and measure approx 40cm in length.
To care for your beautiful gloves please take note of the following:
- Always rinse after use and allow to dry.
- Store away from direct heat and sunlight.
- Avoid prolonged contact with grease, petrol and oil based substances.
- Not recommended for people with natural latex allergies.
Please be aware that some water may seep through the stiching between the glove and the cuff.
Vintage Cockatoo Print Melamine Tall Cup
Sold Out
This fabulous melamine two tone latte cup with a vintage cockatoo print measures 13cm (height) by 9cm (diameter).
It is dishwasher safe and ideal for hot or cold drinks.
It is also available in a variety of other colours and designs.
100% Melamine: BP-A Free, Phtalates Free and certified Food Safe.
Please note that you can purchase a silicone lid (green, blue or red) for these cups separately so that you can enjoy your favourite cuppa on the move!
Vintage Deluxe Sewing Kit
£14.95
This handy sewing kit is ideal for all of your sewing needs and an essential for every home.
It comes in a pretty vintage metal tin and would make a lovely gift.
The set includes:
- 15 x 20m cotton reels.
- Metal thimble
- Thread picker
- Metal saftey pins
- Scissors
- Pink tape measure
- Bobble head pins in pin box 100 approx.
- Buttons in box
- Mini pin cushion
- Needle book with sewing needles and needle threader
Please note that this item is not suitable for children under 6 years as it contains sharp points and small parts.
Vintage Doiley Set Of 12 Tealights
£4.95
A set of 12 ivory vintage doily unscented tea lights perfect for every household. Check out our selection of tea light holders to show them off, and don't forget to read the care instructions for safe use of this product.
Vintage Doily Playing Cards
Sold Out
Pack of vintage doily playing cards. Pack contains 52 playing cards and two jokers.
Vintage Dominoes Set
£3.95
This lovely vintage Domino box set includes 28 resin Dominos and easy to follow rules of the game in a wooden box. The domino pieces measure approx 3.5cm X 1.5cm. The box measures 15cm (length) x 5cm 9width) x 3cm (Height).
Vintage Green Round Cake Tin
Sold Out
For all cake lovers and home bakers! Keep your cakes fresh and tasty in this fabulous vintage inspired green and cream cake tin.
It is generous in size and measures 25cm (diameter) by 11cm (height).
