I would like to introduce GeekSheek Acessories, giving us a new range of eco-friendly carry cases designed to transport your laptop, notepad or iPad in style. And it really does deliver in style! These cases are not only beautiful, but they are produced without drawing on the Earth’s dwindling resources! All are made from organic cotton, padded with natural wool and trimmed with either cotton or leather – they are truly chic, sleek and ethical.
Without compromising design or quality GeekSheek insist upon the highest environmental standards in all of their products, using only ethical supply chains and production facilities that are certified by the Fair Labor Organization. Each case is 100% biodegradable and recyclable and there is a broad range of colours and sizes to choose from. At the moment there are four colours to choose from: khaki, olive green, red and black, and also a Union Jack model is to be introduced – trust me, it looks remarkable, and has a lovely feel to it!
These cases from GeekSheek Accessories are a completely new product and would make an ideal gift for your gadget loving friends/family this Christmas. Even if you buy it in advance, come Christmas they will still be relatively new. I love them and will be letting my own mates know about them! They cost from £30.00 and are available from http://www.geeksheek.co.uk
Let me introduce you to Nudo Adopt an olive tree, a unique olive oil cooperative formed by British husband and wife team Cathy Rogers and Jason Gibb. This is such a great idea and would make a great gift for many (especially those who have everything!) any time of the year, especially Christmas.
Adopt an olive tree will allow you to own a little piece of the Italian countryside for one whole year. For £65, you will receive an Adoption certificate and all the produce from your tree. The olives will be turned into extra virgin olive oils and will be sent in two deliveries (extra virgin olive oil in the spring and a set of three flavoured extra virgin olive oils in the autumn) over the following year – how fantastic is that, such a great idea! You can even select the grove to Adopt from (different areas have different notes of flavour) and arrange a visit to your tree should you wish.
Gift sets are also available from Nudo, which in themselves would make a superb gift for foodie enthusiasts!
I love The Three Tenors (3-set gift pack - £18). This includes three 250ml tins of First Cold Press Extra Virgin olive oil, naturally flavoured extra virgin Chilli and Lemon olive oils – perfect for many stir-fry’s plus much, much more.
Nudo’s flavoured oils can be used for drizzling, roasting, baking, cooking or simply to dip some crusty bread. The individual flavoured oil ranges in price from £4.49 to £9.99depending on the flavour and the size (250ml-500ml). More details and prices can be found at http://www.nudo-italia.com.
Green People are pioneers in organic beauty. Over 100 of their products are 70% to 99.9% certified organic, made using natural plant oils, herbal infusions and essential oils to deliver multiple benefits to the skin – without the use of any chemical nastiest. I have been delighted to try out some of these products, and have been highly impressed. Not only do they leave your skin feeling wonderful, but, they are extremely delectable to the nose also!
I love the Gentle Cleanse (£8.95 for 50ml / £15.95 for 200ml). This is a wonderfully light cleansing lotion which gently rids the skin of pollutants leaving it feeling soft and refreshed. The powerful anti-ageing and anti-inflammatory properties come from Marshmallow and Chamomile, and the delicate scent from fairly traded Rose Geranium Oil. Despite being gentle it is a fantastic make-up remover for mascara and lipstick – and yes, it really is!
The Anti-ageing Facial Oil (£16.85 for 30ml) is rich in Omega-3 & 6 fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins and pure essential oils, to improve skin elasticity and deliver beautiful, age-defying results. Green People’s Anti-ageing Facial Oil contains the organic nutrient-rich plant extract Lecithin, which not only generates sensationally silky smooth skin, but also reduces ‘trans-epidermal water loss’. This has the effect of plumping and nourishing the skin, and in turn reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This gorgeous Facial Oil is 99.9% certified organic and contains nutrient-packed, skin-nourishing plant oils and pure essential oils. This truly is a scrumptious treat for your skin!
Gentle Tone (£8.95 for 50ml) is the perfect partner to support your daily facial routine. Treat your skin to this beautiful organic formulation and you can increase collagen production by 100% and reduce wrinkles by 7%. Used over time as part of your day to day skin care regime this little gem will improve elasticity and offer increased long-term firming and toning on your face. Sounds wonderful!
The extra bonus of purchasing Green People Products is that 10% of profit is donated to charity, and nothing is tested on animals. Browse online to see all the fantastic selection at http://www.greenpeople.co.uk, or call 01403 740350.
There is a new water dispenser on the market that we had to tell you about.
Not only does it deliver ice cold or boiling hot water at the touch of a button, The T6 also delivers sleek and stylish looks. Could this be the best looking kitchen appliance you can get?
The T6 uses UV light to remove chemicals, odours and nutrients, but leaves in all the natural nutrients and minerals. Triple filtered, water has never tasted so good.
With sensible features like a child lock to avoid accidents and mains connectivity, usability is not in question.
If you want to change the colour scheme in your kitchen, you can also change the colour panels to compliment on the T6 – very clever!
Great design on every level. Find out more at the T6 website.
You can order the new T6 by phoning 0845 051 7919. Base price for a domestic model costs just £509 and this includes installation by T6’s professional, EPDWA (European Point of Drinking Water Association) trained engineers.
What price do you really put on safe drinking water, available 24/7?
The weather outside is gorgeous, and it’s not hard for children to get too hot! So, what I think is a must have for all families is this wonderful and exciting Zoku Quick Pop Maker. This amazing little gadget will make delicious, mouth-watering ice lollies in a matter of minutes – and it works a treat!
The Zoku Quick Pop Maker (£39.95) couldn’t be easier to use, and it’s something that the kids can enjoy making too. Simply store it in the freezer, then as soon as an ice lolly or ice cream moment pops up, the Zoku can be filled to produce wonderful ice lolies. You can fill it with fruit juices, purées, yoghurts, whole pieces of fruit and even ice cream to make a delicious creamy centre, all ready for licking in less than 10 minutes. I actually timed it when making ice lollies with my two boys, and it took 7 minutes in total, not to mention being a lot of fun – very impressive!
NEW for summer 2011 is a set of tools so that shapes, patterns, fillings and different designs can be added for even more impressive home-made ice lollies. This tool kit will cost £16.30, and it includes: three drip-free Zoku pour cups for neat and accurate pouring, one heart and one star stencil, a fruit wand to place fruit slices in the lollies; the set also includes a siphon for lollies with a flavoured core and for pouring accurate layers. They look so yummy!
I highly recommend the Zoku Quick Pop Maker, as I feel it will make the perfect family gift. Both the maker and extra tools are available from http://www.zokuhome.co.uk. Happy ice lolly making everyone!
