Gift Focus inc Attire Accessories - January / February 2021

The irresistible felt Bunny loves to snuggle up in his carroty bed or sometimes uses it to hide his stash of chocolates. Designed and made in Yorkshire, the kits by Corinne Lapierre contain everything to complete the project, including the soft, easy to use wool-mix felt (45% wool, 55% viscose) in distinctive shades that are often hard to find elsewhere. The instructions are clear and extremely easy to follow, making this kit the ideal project for complete beginners. It is perfect as an Easter gift as it comes in a beautiful little Kraft box with window, or make it yourself and fill with chocolate. The range of mini kits retail at £7.20 with a trade price of £3.00. All trade orders will receive free PoS. T: +44 (0)113 246 0403 E: info@corinnelapierre.com www.corinnelapierre.com Inspired by her love of peonies and butterflies – the Miranda Kerr Friendship Collection from Fiskars comprises fresh florals in new mid-tones of coral and blue, adding soft and soothing colours to the existing pretty pastel palette – ideal for an Easter banquet. Friendship, Blessings, Gratitude, Joy and Devotion are joined by two new designs: Hope and Tranquillity. Hope comes in a feminine coral with soft tones of innocent romance and optimistic outlook. Tranquillity is a warm periwinkle blue expressing whimsy and friendship. Colour can convey an emotion, inspire and tell stories, and is a powerful form of communication – discover uplifting accents to mix and match with this best- selling Friendship Teaware range. T: +44 (0)121 7960 444 E: samantha.walters@fiskars.com www.fiskars.com ‘Hamish’ and ‘Baaabara’ are two designs on Dunoon’s Nevis shape that perfectly embody Easter. Clare Tupper has portrayed characterful white sheep and hairy highland cows into her designs and has painted them in her inimitable style situated in fields of flowers. The mugs are made in Fine Bone China and handcrafted in Staffordshire. T: +44 (0)1785 817 414 www.dunoonmugs.co.uk ExaClair, the UK subsidiary of the Exacompta-Clairefontaine group, has introduced a new collection of Décopatch Easter items to inspire families and crafting enthusiasts looking to create bespoke, original trinket boxes this Easter. The range includes a selection of cute and fun mâché shapes that can be decorated to create unique, Easter-themed boxes ideal for chocolates, crafting supplies or jewellery. Laughing egg, carrot and bunny shaped boxes are available. In addition, there are a number of new Décopatch papers being launched. These feature eye-catching animal skin patterns, a cork pattern, as well as ‘Chaminou’ designs that incorporate fresh and attractive pastel colours. There are also new selections of textured golden and white foil papers that are available in a choice of exclusive limited-edition assorted packs, called ‘Everlasting’ and ‘Line Art’. Lawrence Savage, marketing manager at ExaClair, says that Décopatch can bring families together through crafting: “It is the perfect range to inspire DIY decoration making and creativity amongst families, who can put their own stamp on their 2021 Easter celebrations.” T: +44 (0)1553 696 600 E: enquiries@exaclair.co.uk www.exaclairlimited.com As we look forward to leaving frosty mornings firmly behind us, bring a pop of colour with these cute decorations full of Easter joy from Rex London. Made from metal, they are lightweight and not inclined to smash if dropped when decorating. Send the little ones off on their Easter egg hunt with a sweet yellow woven straw basket from Rex London or stock a range of the company’s Charlotte bags. Made from recycled plastic bottles, they are practical and kind to the environment. The Bonnie the Bunny bag is also absolutely perfect for Easter, and they also come in 12 other popular Rex London prints. Egg cups are a perfect way to display home-decorated eggs, whilst also being useful for the rest of the year. Choose from seven adorable Rex London designs, including spring-inspired Cookie the Cat, Love Birds and Folk Doves prints. Boring birdhouses are a thing of the past with this vintage caravan birdhouse. Easter symbolises new life, and what better way to celebrate the season than with a home for hatchlings. The colours definitely make it feel like spring has sprung! T: +44 (0)20 8746 1700 www.rexlondontrade.com 30