Fairsharemusic is a music download site with a fantastically self-less twist.
The site has over 13.5 million tracks, therefore giving you plenty of choice, and offers them for a standard 79-99p. So far, same old story.
But Fairsharemusic is far from your standard music download site - in fact, it donates HALF of its net profits to a charity of your choice!
Whether it be the NSPCC or Amnesty International, this generous company will give them your charitable donation. Fantastic, isn’t it? Fairsharemusic refer to this as “Feelgood Downloading” and I have to agree. When I was buying songs with the knowledge that someone in need was receiving help, I felt brilliant for it.
While using the site I found it relatively easy to navigate and I managed to find everything I was looking for. Yes, it’s not as easy downloading from iTunes straight onto your iPod/iPhone, but it is worth the extra time just to know that you aren’t lining the pockets of multi-millionaires, but instead some of you dosh is going to charity.
So, unlike the world’s biggest music sites, such as iTunes and Napster, this site has charitable causes at its heart. One of the main reasons for using the site is its two-fold benefits for you you as a user; you get great tunes and you help someone who really needs it.
To start your account today, or to buy someone a gift card, go to: http://www.fairsharemusic.com/
For further information on charities supported by Fairsharemusic go to:http://www.fairsharemusic.com/about-us/charity-partners”>
I love this idea and think it would be a fantastic gift for all children to receive at Christmas. Let me introduce you to Reading Chest - a through-the-post book rental service for children that works in a similar way to DVD rental services. It really is just like that! It’s so simple to set up and even easier to manage. Simply pay a monthly membership fee and books tailored to your child’s individual requirements will be delivered direct to your door, complete with a pre-paid return envelope. Gift vouchers start at £25 for a 3 month subscription and come with a book bag, reward chart & stickers and a Christmas story book to keep.
The Reading Chest book rental scheme is not only easy on the wallet (no more forking out for endless books that are only read a couple of times before being left to gather dust on the bookshelf!), it’s also an environmentally-friendly alternative to buying brand new books. It’s a truly fantastic idea, and one that all parents should think about using.
I had the pleasure of trying out ‘Reading Chest’ for my boys. As this service is for 4-9 year olds, they were of perfect age to try it out. Not only did they receive 2 amazing and informative books each, but they also received a stunning Christmas book onto which they could hold on to. The books themselves are not much different to those they bring home from school, but, they were different and my boys love them! They have just really started reading by themselves (using phonics to help them along), and knowing that they can read most of the books themselves is a great achievement for them
It is easy to encourage little minds to discover the joy of reading this Christmas, with a Reading Chest gift voucher. A three month subscription voucher comes complete with a book bag, a reward chart and stickers and a choice of book to keep (A Christmas Journey by Brian Wildsmith – a truly beautiful book!). Children can then look forward to receiving their own deliveries of exciting reading books, specifically tailored to their reading ability, from Reading Chest’s extensive choice of fiction and non-fiction reading scheme books.
The packages you can choose from are:-
• Bronze three month subscription voucher (£25) allows members up to 6 books per month within their chosen reading band.
• Silver three month subscription voucher (£35) allows members up to 12 books per month, and can be from two different reading bands, enabling siblings of different ages to benefit from the scheme.
• Gold three month subscription voucher (£45) allows members an unlimited supply of books that can be selected from up to three different reading bands and can be shared between three siblings.
Members to the Reading Chest get all the other usual Reading Chest benefits including certificates which are available to download from the Reading Chest website and budding literary critics can even see their own book reviews published online!
To find out more, and to register, please visit http://www.readingchest.co.uk. Simply follow the easy step-by-step instructions and wait for a special delivery.
Gifts for gardening enthusiasts can be hard to find – they seem to have just about everything! But, have no fear, as the new RainPerfect pump from Rule Innovation could solve your problems! Yes, gone are the days of trailing the high street to find that perfect present, as this could well be the perfect pump for you!
The RainPerfect is an ideal gardening gift for all enthusiasts. It’s also great for those who want to turn over a new leaf in the New Year, switch on their green fingers and go green!
Rule Innovation’s RainPerfect pump operates by generating sufficient pressure to power a water hose or garden sprinklers in order to recycle the water harvested in water butts. Providing added efficiency, the RainPerfect is powered by a 3.5 watt solar panel, making it an ideal gift for the eco-friendly. The RainPerfect pump is an easy, yet effective way for consumers to maintain their gardens in a more sustainable way. Additionally, as energy costs continue to rise, the solar powered aspect of the RainPerfect pump is not only environmentally efficient but economical.
Gina Arnone, marketing communications manager at Xylem states:-
“The RainPerfect is an ideal gift. More people are now choosing to invest in water butts so anybody with an interest in gardening, preserving water or being more environmentally friendly will enjoy using the RainPerfect pump.”
RainPerfect is available online and through select retailers nationwide. RainPerfect retails for approximately £88.22 in the UK. Visit http://www.rainperfectpump.com for more information or http://www.jabscoshop.com to purchase your RainPerfect.
It’s my pleasure to introduce you to The Gro Store, the new retail site from The Gro Company. The Gro Company are one of the country’s leading providers of specialist sleep products for young children and parents. Their products are innovative, stylish and cleverly designed and should be a must have for you little one. Products from them will make a stunning gift for any child, at Christmas time or any other occasion throughout the year.
I adore the products from the Grobag nursery range – they are incredibly cute and will keep the most precious little thing in your life snug and warm. The Hopscotch Organic Grobag (£27.99) is not only stunning, but the neutral colours will suit either for a boy or girl.
This is a gorgeously soft 100% organic cotton grobag, which boasts classically cute bunny embroidery on the front. It is available in 2.5 tog and 1.0 tog warmth ratings, so no matter which time of year it is, your little one will feel nothing but comfort and suitable warmth. This baby sleep bag is available from size 0-6 months to 18-36 months. There are underarm poppers on the 0-6 month size and side zip on all other sizes. This Hopscotch Organic Grobag is 100% organic jersey cotton and has 100% organic cotton jersey lining. And, what I also like about this is that its machine washable and can be tumble dried on low heat – great for busy parents!
The Hopscotch Organic Grobag includes a free Nursery Thermometer, user guide, safe sleep information and is British Standard approved. Visit http://www.gro-store.co.uk to see the full collection.
I am sure there will be many ‘Christmas babies’ born this year – nothing nicer to bring the spirit of Christmas alive! So why not pamper those lovely newborns with a wonderful hamper of organic goodies. Full of gorgeously mild and gentle products, they are suitable from birth and are free from chemical nasties and harsh ingredients. We have got to thank Green People for launching this delightful gift. This basket of goodies will make the perfect present for mums to be or those with new arrivals.
It all comes packaged in a gorgeous re-usable wicker hamper lined with non-bleached cotton. You could even store their toys in it after use, or even other bathroom essentials – it looks wonderful!
The Newborn Hamper include the following:-
• Scent Free Mum & Baby Rescue Balm (100ml). This is great for babies with dry skin and for soothing sore cracked nipples before and after breast feeding.
• Scent Free Baby Oil (100ml). There is no better way to help bond with your baby than with a massage with this oil. It can also be used to moisturise cradle cap and to keep mum’s bump supple and soft. I love the multiple uses of it!
• Scent Free Baby Wash & Shampoo (150ml). This is gentle enough for everyday use. It has been carefully formulated for baby’s delicate & sensitive skin.
• Chamomile Nappy Cream Baby Balm (40ml). This balm is perfect for protecting little bottoms against dampness and irritation.
• A free ‘special edition’ soft and cuddly Organic Cotton Bib featuring the cute Organic Babies character ‘Budsie’. It’s very cute indeed and adds to the delightment of this hamper.
This Baby Hamper makes it easy to carry around the house as and when you need it, even with a baby in-tow! Green People products are available through John Lewis and online at http://www.organicbabies.com. The Newborn Hamper costs £34.99. What’s more is that 10% of net profit is donated to health and environmental charities – truly wonderful!
