Gift Focus - Sep/Oct 2019 (Issue 115)

71 TOP DRAWER Blue Eyed Sun Stand: P31 blueeyedsun.co.uk The fast-growing trend for cutting single-use waste (thanks to Plastic Free July and documentaries like Blue Planet II ) is creating a wave of change in consumer behaviour. You can get involved by stocking up on eco-friendly products like the market-leading BambooCup from chic.mic, distributed by Blue Eyed Sun. Made from bamboo fibre, with a patented lid, BambooCup is fully independently safety tested by TÜV Rheinland. Dishwasher safe, odour-free and taste neutral, BambooCup is available in more than 50 on-trend designs. Eco-friendly bamboo fibre lunchboxes, kids’ bottles and water bottles are also available. A free counter-top stand is on offer to all Gift Focus readers on their first BambooCup order placed by the end of October 2019 (quote “GF19”). McLaggan Stand: F48 msmugs.com Mclaggan will be launching more than 50 new design-led ceramic gifts and homewares at Top Drawer. Mclaggan’s marketing manager, Stuart Williams, said: “We’ve taken on new licences, which we’re thrilled to launch at Top Drawer. These include Katie Abey, Sally Scaffardi, Snap To Grid and Bluebellgray. And, of course, we have lovely additions to some of our bestselling ranges. Expect new Orla Kiely, Quentin Blake, Madeleine Floyd, Picturemaps and more.” Katie Abey’s bright, playful mug range includes gifts for any occasion, with Coolest Dad and Mum You’re Llamazing among the designs. Equally colourful, Snap To Grid’s bold slogans are perfect for contemporary lifestyles. “The eye- catching use of colour for both these ranges helps them stand out on shelves,” noted Stuart. The Sally Scaffardi range, based on her popular greetings cards, have a vintage-yet-modern collage style. Pithy quotes and a fun use of puns make this an ideal gifting range. “I’m particularly fond of Old Sport ,” Stuart said. “But we expect designs like Pussitively Fabulous and Staggeringly Handsome to do well too.” Lastly, a fresh and uplifting range from Bluebellgray brings floral and abstract prints to mugs and travel mugs. “Bluebellgray is an established textile brand, so we expect these to do well for self-gifting,” added Stuart.