The Smoon Collection is a stunning new range of LED lights that create an ethereal glow in the home and outdoors to set the perfect mood.

The collection includes the Smoon Drop, Smoon Ombrella and the unique Watersmoon.

The Watersmoon in our picture, is a round wireless lamp, designed to move with ease from the house to the outdoors; described as a nomad lamp, it is intended for use anywhere and everywhere and with the ability to float on water it can even be used in the swimming pool:

• A rechargeable light lasting up to 8 hours, with no wires to detract from the beautiful glow, it’s truly an impressive addition to any living space.
• It has a smooth velvety appearance and an invisible sensitive switch, requiring only a soft touch to light up.
• Covered entirely in silicone and waterproof.
• Also an ecological source of light as its LED light uses up to 3 times less energy than regular bulbs.

Available in a range of colours to include white, warm white, amber, red and blue and two sizes: 30 or 40 cm diameter.

Prices Watersmoon 40 white - £620.
Watersmoon 40 blue, red, amber - £637.
Watersmoon 30 white - £598.
Watersmoon 30 blue, red, amber - £606.

Web: http://www.inspired-by-design.co.uk

Tel: (0870) 2461672

Fair Trade GiftsOnline is owned and run by Teresa Owen and Martin Abel, who are passionate about providing quality fair trade products from around the world from saving the bees to lighting up in style and lots more.

Bees are in danger! Help save the bee with a Bee Nester, which provides the prefect breeding environment; the eggs are laid in the hollow of the bamboo sticks, which is a relatively safe and dry environment for successful hatching. £12.

The featured Bumble Bee Nesting Box is made from thick timber and offers a warm, dry home for bumble bees; it has a removable plastic viewing window and vent holes in the side to allow air flow.

The box is best placed on the ground, or low down in a hedge or wall, in a sheltered south facing position out of direct sunlight and near flowers. £19.

How about novel bright glass tea light holders, inspired by weaver bird’s nests that are perfect for hanging in the garden this summer; available in olive, fuchsia, aqua and tangerine. £10.

Or Shimmering Lights - Curled strips of nickel are delicately wrapped around glass to create the fabulous shimmer effect; as ambient light reflects off the nickel a warm glow is provided by the tea light. These can be used indoors or outdoors. £14.

For an exciting selection of fair trade gifts visit:

Web: http://www.fairwindonline.com

Tel: (020) 8374 6254.

Menu, the design company has introduced a new oil lamp series called Lighthouse, which features a newly developed oil burner that really lights up the night with an intensified flame.

Christian Bjørn took inspiration for his new table lamp range from the Scandinavian summer twilight, contrasting the gentle forms of the white porcelain with the intense, vibrant light; The Scandinavian coast has a rich supply of lighthouses to show the way in the night.

The effective Lighthouse oil lamps evoke pictures of people on voyages and stories of far-flung places and create an ambience that can be useful outdoors all year round.

Lighthouse oil lamps are made with porcelain, aluminum and synthetic materials and come in four sizes, 22 cm, 35 cm, 50 cm and 65 cm respectively.

Also in the range are two small tea light hurricane lamps 7.5 cm and 12 cm and a heater, which casts its light over the table at the same time as keeping the tea or food warm.

Furthermore, the new oil lamps have a unique filling system to allow filling the oil from above, so there’s no need to take the lamp apart.

Prices range from £15.95 for a small hurricane to £109 for the large oil lamp.

“This oil lamp doesn’t burn with just a little flame, it burns like a fantastic bonfire!” exclaims the designer Christian Bjørn.

Web: http://www.menu.as

Tel: +45 48 40 61 00

Designer Pernille Vea has created the striking new Organic Hurricane - a candle lamp in the shape of an elongated, rounded stone.

The lamp has two parts, the lower one in charcoal grey terracotta and the upper in frosted glass, which is delightfully illuminated by the living flame within; the candle is located in a hollow in the base.

The Organic Hurricane can be placed outdoors all year round, as both the terracotta and the glass are frost-proof.

Material: Frost-proof terracotta, frosted glass.
Retail price is £14.95.

Web: http://www.menu.as
Tel: +45 48 40 61 00
 

Founded in 1994, The White Company specialises in supplying a wide range of stylish home accessories and clothing, principally in white.

Nothing captures the carefree spirit of summer more perfectly than dining with friends outdoors and The White Company provides the perfect formula for stylish outdoor living, in the timeless elegance of white.

Guarantee the party atmosphere lasts well into the evening, with mix and match hanging glass lanterns, tea-light holders, white ceramic and paper lanterns and dot them around the garden.

White Ceramic Lanterns -  These have a Mediterranean feel with their cut-out squares to let the candlelight shine through; available in small £10.50 or large £21; the small takes a standard tealight, the large takes a pillar candle.

Paper Lanterns - A beautifully simple string of 10 white lanterns ideal for around the patio. £15.40. Length 77cm.
 
Outdoor Tealight Holders - From £8 for a bubble tealight holder.

Batik Table Linens in 100% cotton - Fresh and fun print to smarten up any outdoor table and al fresco meal; Napkins - Set of 4 £8.40 Colour blue. Table Cloth Colour blue £17.50.

Cushions and Seat Pads - Make sitting on outdoor, hard wooden or metal chairs a joy! From £12 for a white tie on seat pad.

Prices quoted are current Summer sale prices.

Web: http://www.thewhitecompany.com
Tel:  (0870) 900 9555

Eat out in the Bistro Paradiso of an evening under lantern light, where fairies silver serve you with food from heaven and owls croon old love songs; dress code old dresses and flip-flops.

The Habitat Summer 2007 online catalogue presents their enticing new product ranges for chic outdoor living:

Villa - mosaic and metal table designed by Bethan Ray, copper coloured mosaic tiles plus cover; suitable for outdoor use all year round. £249
Diameter 120 x Height 74 cm.

Lanterne - Outdoor lantern chain designed by Clair Norcross 10metre chain, white plastic. £50

Baccus - Stool of copper coloured glazed ceramic. £49
Diameter 39 x Height 44cm.

Abaco - wire chair by Alex Dreyer of bronze powder coated steel. £49
Width 70 x Height 80 x Depth 50cm; Seat Height 45cm. Chair cushion £20

Klein – magical candle holder for nine tea-lights in nickel plated brass. £30

Boris - a charming wooden bicycle. £59

Web: http://www.habitat.net
Tel:  (08444) 99 1111

Culinary Concepts specialises in handmade cutlery tableware and home accessories, in 18/8 stainless steel and silver plate and they have quickly become a name synonymous with design, quality and value for money.

Whether looking for a special gift, creating a whole new look, or just adding beautiful accessories to your existing collection, Culinary Concepts can supply all the inspiration you need.

The range is hand made using traditional methods to exacting standards and is beautifully finished:

Featured here is the Lighthouse Lantern in retro style, one of a new collection of outdoor and indoor lanterns; they look great on the garden table whilst sharing a glass of wine with a loved one, or illuminating a summer evening barbecue.
 
Large: 11″ diameter x 31″ height.
Medium: 9.5″ diameter x 16″ height.
Small: 9″ diameter x 12″ height.

Visit the website to view this Aladdin’s Cave of novel home accessories:

Web:  http://www.culinaryconcepts.co.uk
Tel:  (0870) 2411689

RF UK Limited has launched a new series of light fittings for outdoor use that makes it simple to light the garden without professional assistance, in recognition that more people are now keen to install garden lights both for decoration and security.

The company has joined forces with the manufacturer Markslöjds of Sweden, to bring ‘The Chrissline Garden System’ to the UK; the system features a large selection of light fittings and accessories, all of which can be easily inter-connected.

The real benefit of The Chrissline Garden System’ is the simplicity of installation and extension of outdoor lighting, so that anyone can do it.

Normally a relatively large investment from home owners is required to install outdoor lighting, but now you just need to decide where is best to place the lighting, both to enhance the beauty of the garden and for security.

The garden lights are simply pushed into the ground with the fitted practical spears and then easily linked together with the cabling system; there is no need for bulky transformers, the use of an electrician, or to bury the cables - you just plug it into a power socket!

Andy Williams-Ferns, MD of RF UK Limited says “The simplicity of the Chrissline System combined with it’s quality and design, has led to a very positive reaction to this innovative new product”

All products are IP rated IP44 for external use in all weathers.

For more information visit the website at:

Web:  http://www.chrissline.co.uk
Tel:    (0870) 803 2801

B&Q’s inspirational outdoor living range includes everything you need to add your personal creative touches to your garden’s décor this summer.

Lighting can make all the difference to a garden, using a variety of decorative effects to create the right mood:

Add some sparkle with the Neo Sense Solar LED String. £29.98.
Light up an alfresco dinner party with Bucket Candles (£4.98 each), or mark the path through your garden with Bamboo Oil Torches, also £4.98 each.

Heating is an important consideration for outdoor living in the UK:

The featured Kensington Cast Iron Chiminea (£114.98), or the black steel New York Fire Bowl (£69.98) will keep you cosy on long summer evenings.

Plants are a brilliant way to personalise your garden; try a more exotic look this summer with bold architectural plants in vivid colours from B&Q:
Fabulous Bamboos Ferns and Palms, or statuesque Topiary is on offer and the range is divided into four styles – Tropical, Oriental, Topiary and Mediterranean to make your choice easier.

This is just a selection of B&Q’s outdoor range, which includes garden furniture, barbecues and garden buildings plus outdoor toys and games.

Visit the website for more inspiration:

Web: http://www.diy.com
Tel:   For your nearest B&Q Store (0845) 850 0175

Brighten up Summer evenings with Byron’s fantastic range of adaptable outdoor lighting.

The Lucia (pictured) adds a warm glow to al fresco dining, as it fits neatly into the top of your garden parasol. The smart silver unit features economical LEDs and is battery operated.

The aluminium ‘Todi’ is an ideal choice for illuminating borders and shrubs, as it can easily be placed into soft ground and has an adjustable head, which enables the beam to be directed so that ornaments and garden features are highlighted.

Retail prices are as follows:   Lucia: £12.99 (each) ; Todi: £69.99 (for 3).  

Web:  http://www.chbyron.com
Tel: (01527) 55 77 11