Archive for the 'Updates' Category

New Big Teddy Bears

Wednesday, May 7th, 2008

If you want to send a cuddle to a loved one, check out our new big Gund teddies. Soft and huggable, they’re perfect to wish someone a happy birthday or to comfort someone who’s ill.

We have:

Alfie (pictured here) - the perfect teddy bear gift, He has extremely soft light brown fur, a dark brown nose and cream fur on his tummy and face. His expressive eyes are just pleading for you to pick him up and give him a cuddle. £16.99

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Mum’s a Teddy Bear

Wednesday, May 7th, 2008

Most children have their favourite teddy to cuddle up to when they are upset, tired or need comforting. For Conchita, a three weeks old Mangabey monkey, having a teddy bear makes up for the absence of her mother.

Her keepers brought in a teddy bear as a comforter when the new born monkey was deserted by her mother. It has proved so successful that the two are now inseparable.

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Eat Chocolate – Guilt Free!

Monday, April 14th, 2008

It’s official – scientists have even confirmed it, chocolate really does make you feel good!

Cocoa contains caffeine and phenylethylamine, a type of amphetamine that is known to have a stimulant-type effect on the brain.

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New Steiff Teddy Bears

Friday, March 21st, 2008

We are pleased to introduce several new Steiff teddy bears, including a rather fetching range of “teddy bears in a suitcase” that promise to be particularly popular with children. They’re all beautifully made to the high quality standards you would expect from Steiff. The new teddies include:

A pretty Steiff ballerina teddy bear in her suitcase. Just imagine the joy on the face of a little girl (or perhaps a ballet lover), when they welcome this new dancing friend. In return for lots of cuddles, all this ballerina bear asks for is a loving dance partner! £34.99.

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Eggciting Easter Gift Packs

Thursday, March 13th, 2008

Apologies – I could not resist the pun!

If you’re looking to buy friends and relatives something a little different this Easter, you might want to check out our new Easter gift packs. They include:

Easter Balloon, Duckling and Chocolate Coins (pictured here)– a gift pack that includes an 18” Easter balloon, a cute cuddly duckling that quacks when you press it and some tasty chocolate coins. A fun Easter gift for children of all ages. Was £20.99 now £19.99.

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New Gund Bunnard Singing Bunny

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008

Perfect to have friend and relatives howling with laughter, this singing bunny will make a great talking point during Easter.Bunnard the singing bunny measures 27.5cm (11″) and is made to high standards by Gund. He has super soft, silky white fur, pink inner ears and paw pads and a blue bow tie with white spots tied around his neck. With his happy goofy face, Bunnard sits up quietly - that is until you press his paw…

Then this singing bunny goes wild; boogying away, flapping his ears and singing along to a wild rock and roll song. For your convenience, this singing bunny is delivered with batteries. Only £24.99.

They’re Here! New Easter Bunnies and Soft Toys

Monday, March 10th, 2008

Our range of new Easter bunnies and soft toys has just been added to the web site.

With prices starting at £5.99 there is something for all budgets. We’ve also got a wide range of styles and animals, so you can find Easter gifts to suit everyone. The new spring range of cuddly toys includes:

A 48cm (19″) pink ballerina bunny soft toy. Manufactured to high standards by Gund, this bunny soft toy has shaggy, white soft fur and is dressed in a pink tutu and matching ballet shoes. Purple cuddly rabbit also available! £14.99.

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New Easter Balloons Gifts

Friday, March 7th, 2008

There are plenty of reasons to look forward to Easter, longer days, brighter weather (hopefully) and a licence to eat large amount of chocolates.

We also have some new cheerful Easter balloon gifts in stock – perfect if you’re looking for an unusual way to say happy Easter and brighten up someone’s day! The new balloons include:

Gingham bunny Easter balloon gift – an 18” balloon showing a cute white Easter bunny holding a giant decorated Easter egg with the legend ‘Happy Easter’ in blue and yellow writing. Single balloon £11.99 – 3 balloons bouquet £21.99.

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2008 “Key Gift Dates” For Your Diary

Monday, January 14th, 2008

Don’t miss any important dates in 2008.

As I’ve always struggled to remember the right dates for birthdays and anniversaries, I find it especially annoying that some key dates like Mother’s Day change every year.

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New Sesame Street Balloons

Wednesday, January 9th, 2008

Take a look at our new range of Sesame Street balloons featuring the popular Muppet characters from the show.

A hit with both adults and children, they are just perfect to put a smile on someone’s face.

Sesames Street balloons are suitable for a variety of occasions from get well, birthdays or just to say how much you care.

You can send yours on their own or with one of our Sesame street soft toys for added impact.

Elmo Balloon – pictured on the left

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