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Monthly Archives: March 2009
Silk Floral With Summer Appeal From Northcroft
Spitalfields from Northcroft Fabrics is a reversible silk fabric, which captures the essence of summer with its delicate honeysuckle flowers on a pale background in a classic, naturalistic style.
The design, taken from an original 18th century fabric, is widely attributed to Anna Maria Garthwaite (1688-1763), England’s first recorded female textile designer, who made her name designing hand-woven silk fabrics using naturalistic motifs, carefully shaded to create a three dimensional style.
Fabric details:
· 100% silk
· Six pastel colours: Cream 11, Lichen 16, Salmon 32, Grecian Rose 42, Red 46, Horizon 62.
· Width: 140 cms.
· Pattern repeat: 29 cms.
· Suitable for curtains, soft furnishings and light upholstery.
Read more about : Curtain Fabric, Home Interiors, Upholstery Fabric
Restall Brown & Clennell’s Distinguished Traditional Collection
Bespoke English furniture maker Restall Brown & Clennell have introduced an illustrious range of traditionally inspired furniture.
This collection, which offers a range of classic pieces such as commodes, cabinets and drum tables, has been created in response to the recently renewed interest in handcrafted, traditional furniture.
Louise Pardoe, Head of Sales at Restall Brown & Clennell says: “We’ve seen a sharp rise in interest recently, for more traditional pieces such as, commodes and cabinets, during these times of economic uncertainty, people crave both quality and the familiar. Essentially, this means returning to traditional furniture created using traditional techniques that add real value to the homeâ€.
Read more about : Bookcases, Console Tables, Custom Furniture, Dining Chairs, Dining Tables
Smart New Energy Saving Device From Gas-elec
Staggering increases in gas and electricity prices have resulted in a plethora of energy saving tips from the Government and the energy companies; but the fact remains, if we want to pay less for our gas, we’ve got to use less.
Gas-elec’s g-save is a new energy saving device, launched in October 2008 – in trial conditions and has so far come up with impressive savings – from 22% in a 2 bedroom terraced cottage to 34% in a 4 bedroom detached house (calculated on actual meter readings with, and without, the g-save).
In February 2009, Good Housekeeping magazine awarded the g-save their Innovation of the Month, when it achieved savings of 31% in trials.
Read more about : Central Heating Boilers, Condensing Boilers, Gas Boilers
Children’s “Easy-To-Read†Clocks From Aspace
Hickory Dickory Dock it’s time to change your clock.
Time flies when you’re having fun… and sometimes we really want to stop the clock – whatever your viewpoint, leading children’s furniture company Aspace have created a new angle on clock watching, with their comprehensive range of children’s “easy-to-read†clocks.
From 29th March the evenings will grow lighter, as the clocks go forward one hour; so what better time to get into the spring spirit and replace tired wall clocks, with bright and fun clocks from the Aspace brand new spring collection.
Read more about : Clocks
Nintendo’s Something Special For Mothers Day
These days flowers and chocolates just don’t cut it for Mothers day and we all face the fear of trying to think of an original gift for our Mum on 22nd March, but what else is there?
Fear not, Nintendo have put together a very special Brain Training Starter Pack just for Mums, which contains a DS Lite and a copy of Dr Kawashima’s Brain Training – How Old Is Your Brain? As a much more entertaining (and lower calorie) alternative.
However if your Mum is one of the 8 million people in the UK who already own Nintendo DS Lite, then why not consider one of the other great titles available such as:
Read more about : Home Entertainment
Police Target Hotspots With Smartwater Deterrent
Crime hotspots in Chester are to be targeted in a big police crackdown, with the launch of a Smartwater Scheme in Blacon.
In conjunction with Chester and District Housing Trust, Blacon police officers are rolling out the use of the liquid, across five areas in Blacon and city centre College wards, which have been highlighted as hotspots for burglaries.
lnsp Ian Thorp said: “We are determined to deter thieves from thinking Blacon is an easy target; in the areas we have identified we are providing support and handing out SmartWater kits, to reassure residents and help them protect their property.â€
Read more about : Security Services
Grand Designs Live Show 2009 At ExCeL London.
Looking for design, innovation and inspiration for your home? Then a visit to the Grand Designs Live Show, from the 25th April to 4th May, 2009 at ExCeL London, is a must for you.
Grand Designs Live offers Six Separate Shows from Design, Interiors, Building, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Gardens and also the Grand Village and brings together over 500 exhibitors.
For example there is the Grand Interiors — a cutting-edge, contemporary interior designs collection from the world of furnishing, accessories and decoration, offering the ultimate in home design to suit all tastes.
Read more about : Building Services, DIY Advice, Shows and Events
Nabaztag Rabbits Wish Selfridges A Happy 100th Birthday!
Prêt à Porter Paris® and Violet are presenting an entertaining Nabaztag Exhibition at Selfridges London, from March 10th to March 25th 2009.
Prêt à Porter Paris®, the number one International Fashion Fair, has masterminded an initiative for 80 of the World’s most revered creative, stylists, artists, fashion and graphic designers, to restyle the Nabaztag rabbit, for a roving expedition that mixes hi-tech with high-fashion.
To celebrate Selfridges Centenary Year, the rabbits are making a special UK appearance in the Concept Store.
Read more about : Home Automation, Shows and Events
The Kos Atollo Shower Cabin From Splash Distribution
Bathroom specialist Splash Distribution has introduced the latest addition to its extensive portfolio - the Atollo multi-function shower cabin from Kos.
The Atollo’s design, from Italian manufacturer Kos, brings the tools for exceptional well-being, into the home.
With a Turkish bath system, central shower-head and jets for dorsal massage, the Atollo aids deep relaxation and well-being, all in the consumers’ own home.
Read more about : Walk-in Showers
AlertMe Launches Home Energy Saving Service
AlertMe, Europe’s Smart Home pioneer, has announced the launch of the AlertMe SmartPlug appliance controllers, the first accessories to be released from its new home Energy Saving service.
This device extends the capabilities of its online home platform, which launched in 2008, with the Home Monitoring and Security application.
The AlertMe SmartPlugs measure energy consumption and automate mains appliances in the home – switching appliances on and off automatically, to both conserve power and to protect the home.
As part of the AlertMe system, the SmartPlugs allow you to monitor energy consumption levels and control appliances remotely, via a web interface, email or phone.
Read more about : Home Automation