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New showroom
As part of its further expansion programme, gifts, games and gadgets company
Boxer has opened a 1,400 square foot showroom on the second fl oor of its new
larger premises in Leeds.
The new showroom allows buyers and customers opportunity to see the full
range of Boxer products all at once for the fi rst time.
Boxer reports steady growth over the last two years despite the recent
diffi cult trading conditions.
“This will provide a useful opportunity to allow customers to see, pre-trade
show, the launch of new products and others, sometimes at an early stage of
development,” says Thomas O’Brien, Boxer’s head of sales. “It is a real opportunity
to move forward, having the facility to sit down and understand our customers’
requirements better.”
For more information call +44 (0)1133 955 595 or visit www.boxergifts.com
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Lego light
Introducing the new Lego Go
Glow® Light from Worlds Apart.
The three-in-one product consists
of a rechargeable night light, torch
and colour projector discs. The night
light glows and the cone transforms
into a handy torch when lifted from
the base. In addition the fun Lego
Go Glow® Light has a removable
top with interchangeable Lego
man so children can choose
their favourite Lego character.
The projector light disc
changes to different
colours to create
different moods.
For more information
call +44 (0)800 389 8591
or visit www.worldsapart.com
Time for tea
Brand new British ceramic design company Tea With Bea has
been selected as one of the winning contenders from Liberty’s
Best Of British Design open call.
As a result they will be creating a range of exclusive designs
for the world-renowned London store, to be stocked there later
this year.
Liberty buying manager and panel-member Michelle Alger
said: “I love Tea with Bea as their designs are hand drawn, and
show a real fi neness, whilst still being witty. When I found Tea
with Bea, I knew that I would want it displayed in my kitchen!”
Family-run business Tea With Bea offers delicate and quirky
designs on an extensive range of fi ne bone china tableware.
Owners Steve and Karen Bourke commented: “This is a fantastic
boost for us as a new business. We’re delighted and fl attered
that Liberty chose us from so many talented entrants.”
Liberty runs the highly competitive open event to support
new and emerging British talent. New designers are invited to
pitch to the Liberty buying team, with selected products then
stocked in the prestigious store.
Tea with Bea’s ideas and designs are often inspired by fond
memories and have an evocative, nostalgic quality. The company,
based in Hereford, is passionate about creating great designs
which are affordable and versatile.
Visit www.teawithbea.com for further information.