SHOWSTOPPERS Laser Pegs Light
Up The Toy Market At Glee 2011, ‘Laser Pegs – The Ultimate Toy for Kids’ was successfully launched to the UK through F4K. Within the patented lighted construction set each piece feeds the next piece a low voltage current which, when attached to a power source, allow children to build creations that illuminate in a brightly coloured, LED light display. F4K reports that it is the first of its kind in the world and will offer five kits initially: Laser Pegs 3-in-1 Kit has 72 pieces, one power unit, an instruction booklet and sample model designs; Laser
Pegs 4-in-1 Kit, with 60 pieces, two power units and an instruction booklet, also with model examples. Each kit can be used to create over 30 different designs and both retail at £49.99. Dune Buggy (31 pieces), Tractor (30 pieces) and Mini Monster Bug (36 pieces) each have a power unit, an instruction booklet and sample model designs, each can be used to create over nine different models and retails at £27.99. Suitable for children aged five and older, Laser Pegs are simple to use and capable of inspiring hours of creative, abstract play, and also make great nightlights. For more information call 0845 6588868 or email
paul@fun4kids.co.uk
New additions in spots, stripes
and hearts! T&G Woodware recently launched additions to the Colonial Home range, which incorporates the popular spot, stripe and heart patterns. The collection now includes additional woodware pieces and vintage textiles and on show at Autumn Fair were fun pick up boards and bowls and a traditional selection of hand-carved and hand-painted bowls. The pieces are great for matching or contrasting with each other and add a ‘country home’ appeal to any kitchen. The red and cream colour scheme complement the spot, stripe and heart designs to provide a look which simultaneously offers the bold, the romantic, the retro and the contemporary! New items include two aprons, a double oven glove, gauntlet, tea cosy and tea towels, as well as a selection of wooden heart cut-out products including a chopping board, egg rack, tea tray, towel holder and spice rack. For more information call 01275 841 841, fax 01275 841 800 or visit
www.tg-
woodware.com
Fine furniture at
affordable prices Robin Furlong is a designer manufacturer of fine bespoke furniture and has recently made the move into offering the same style and quality to a wider market with more readily accessible price points. Designs include ‘T:Rays,’ Sherwood Shelves and Collect 20. T:Rays make a great interior decoration and are the perfect present for anyone that loves quirky home accessories. Finished in vibrant colours or striking veneers they feature knotted leather eyes and have RRPs from £124. Sherwood Shelves are an elegant display and storage design, made in a variety of timbers; RRPs start at £1400. For more information call 01608 674 296, email
robin@robinfurlongfurniture.co.uk or visit
www.robinfurlongfurniture.co.uk
Thabto brings
creativity to gift sector Thabto is the brand behind a number of fun and creative gift innovations. Autumn Fair saw visitors snap up its great new product ideas. The Mood Mugs are a range of mugs insulated porcelain mugs with quirky facial expressions to reflect your mood; they
keep your drink warm, your hand cool and let those around you know exactly how you are feeling! The Taste Explosion Grenade Salt and Pepper Shakers are created from quality porcelain and provide a real dinner table talking point! The ‘MUG!’ means that your beverages pack a serious punch – in a porcelain mug with a knuckle-duster handle. For more information call 0203 176 2618 or visit
www.thabto.co.uk
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