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ALPHABOOKS

Beautiful letter shaped books.

A handsomely decorated book in letter form but without words. All 26 letters are represented (plus ampersand), perfectly bound with buckram spine and embellished with gold foil detail. For putting on show or writing in. This year we’ve slipped a few lovely new patterns into the current selection, just to keep things contemporary. Makes a beautiful gift.

Books stand up for displayBuckram bound with gold foil decoration120gsm blank inner pages24 assorted patterns27 letter choices (A to Z plus &)

Range: 373 RRP: £12.99

RRP: £12.99

ALPHABOOKS NOTE BOOKS

Mini letter pads for little notes.

Our scaled down but equally noteworthy mini books are made with the same amount of love as our original Alphabooks but spiral bound and a few less pages. With a great selection of really lovely designs they make a super personalised gift idea for anyone who has a name! Fun things for your quick scribbles.

UK ‘Gift of the Year’ awardedPatterned outer and inner board coversBuckram edging and colour spiral binding6 different patterns for each letter26 letters available (A to Z)

Range: 326 RRP: £5.99

RRP: £5.99

BOOK FANS

Elegant and fully functional too!

An exquisitely made gift designed to be put on show and much admired. Bound in a quality buckram cloth and embellished with gold foil filigree detail, inside you will discover a patchwork of beautiful old book text and period illustrations. A practical gift for those over warm moments as well as a beautiful one!

Authentic buckram covered boardGold foil filigree detailVintage book reproduction insideOne inner design for all5 colours available

Range: 348 RRP: £4.99

RRP: £4.99

COMPACT LENSES FLAT-FOLDING READING GLASSES

Our award-winning folding readers.

Designed with a devilishly clever double folding hinge, these reading glasses fold down completely flat to fit snugly inside the colour co-ordinated super slim case – perfect for slipping inside a pocket or bag. Form, function and funkiness in equal abundance! Made with high quality optical grade lenses, our award-winning readers come in twelve contemporary colours. Proven sellers - even in places you wouldn’t normally expect to find reading glasses!

UK ‘Gift of the Year’ awarded productGlasses fold down flat into slim caseQuality optical grade aspheric lenses12 smart frame colours5 lens strengths available

Range: 917 RRP: £19.99

RRP: £19.99

COPPER LETTER KEYRINGS

Contemporary stylish metal letters.

Unlike flares and sideburns, keyrings never ever go out of fashion! Reimagined in uber popular metallic copper colour plating, these heavy metal letter key rings are the perfect personalised gift. Cast in metal in a contemporary letter styling and polished to a high gloss lustre finish, these reassuringly weighty fobs make an appealing year round gift for any age or gender - or even yourself! This product is also available in a silver finish.

Beautiful polished copper finishContemporary letter styleNice weighty feelSmart kraft foiled packaging12 most popular letters available

Range: 473 RRP: £7.99

RRP: £7.99

CURLED UP CORNERS BOOKMARKS

Slips over a book's cosy corner.

Curl up with a good book and a charming metal animal bookmark. Made in brass with antique effect plated finishes and simple etched detail, the set comprises of a drowsy dog, cosy cat, quiet mouse, furled fox and a sleepy owl. Clips smoothly onto the corner of your favourite book to keep your place for next time. What could be more snug for an evening’s relaxing read?

Made in brassAntique effect plated finishesLovely simple etched detailingClips onto your book5 sleepy designs available

Range: 365 RRP: £4.99

RRP: £4.99

INSPECTORS - MAGNETIC LABEL READERS

Perfect for reading the small print.

If you increasingly find yourself squinting at your pills or peering at the sugar content, inSPECtors are our priceless magnetic magnifying label readers for just such frustrating occasions! Keep them handy on your fridge - you’ll need them often. Available in three groovy frame styles.

2x magnification lenses for small printThey stick on fridge with hidden magnetsWorks for both right and left handersHand held - fun and practical3 fun frame styles available

Range: 919 RRP: £9.99

RRP: £9.99

LIGHT UP MENU MAGNIFIER

Magnify the menu small print.

THE most useful gift you could give anyone who needs glasses and eats out! Ever noticed how many people struggle to see the menu in trendily dark restaurants? Glasses alone just don’t work... you need light too! Slip the Menu Magnifier out of its pouch, press the ‘on’ button and this eye-wateringly obvious gift will illuminate AND magnify the small print on any menu or wine list. If you need glasses you'll love this.

Lights up and magnifies the menuUse with light on or offVelour lined carry pouchGreat for parents and grandparentsComes with batteries fitted

Range: 460 RRP: £9.99

RRP: £9.99

LITERARY LETTERS METAL BOOKMARKS

Vintage with a modern twist.

This delightful range of bookmarks blends classic nostalgia with a twist of contemporary modern charm. Fashioned from brass and seasoned with hand applied vintage finishes it is a welcome gift for any book lover. Or yourself! The bookmarks are flexible to clip and stay in place for when you return.

Clips on to the top or side of your pageBrass core with antiqued finishesEtched decorative detailingAntique Brass, Nickel and Copper finishes12 popular letters available

Range: 983 RRP: £5.99

RRP: £5.99

MAGNIF-I FULL PAGE MAGNIFIER

Larger, distortion-free magnifier.

An extra large, good quality rigid magnifying sheet, designed for those needing to view larger areas with ease. Rigid acrylic construction allows the sheet to be held steadily with one hand. Extremely handy for viewing bigger books, maps, pictures or any larger format subjects. Part of the MAGNIF-i range – a smart coordinated program of well designed magnifying products for essential use.

2x magnificationA4 sized sheetEnlarges whole pagesRigid framed lens so no distortionQuality acrylic for extra clarity

Range: 45004 RRP: £9.99

RRP: £9.99

MAGNIF-I LARGE DUAL FOCUS MAGNIFIER

Versatile with 5x inset lens.

With comfort-hold handle and large lightweight lens, suitable for all types of household and hobby purposes where prolonged use might be required. With higher strength inset lens for tasks that need extra magnification. Ideal for older people, close-up work hobbies and tasks requiring prolonged use such as reading, jigsaws and study. Part of the MAGNIF-i range – a smart coordinated program of well designed magnifying products for essential use.

2x main magnification4x inset lens for extra detailComfortable handle70mm diameterLightweight acrylic lens

Range: 45007 RRP: £9.99

RRP: £9.99

MAKE-UP GLASSES

Brilliant for applying eye make-up.

If you need glasses to read, you might just need make-up glasses to apply make-up! A great gift idea designed by one glasses wearer for fellow frustrated glasses wearers. Make up one eye, flip the magnifying lens over to the other eye and do it all again – perfectly. And as one magnification strength suits all, retailers only need one variant. Brilliantly useful for applying eye make up, mascara, false eyelashes or even contact lenses!

Flip over lens for left & right eyeOne magnification suits allPerfect for anyone who wears glassesGreat for mascara and false eye lashesIdeal for contact lenses

Range: 422 RRP: £7.99

RRP: £7.99

REALLY USEFUL LIGHT-UP READERS

Illuminated LED reading glasses.

If you need reading glasses and enjoy a little bit of quiet reading when the big lights go out, our illuminated LED reading glasses are designed to give you your own personal reading space. Each arm is independently switchable to cast just the right amount of light for your environment. The benefits of a book light and readers wrapped up in one brilliant idea!

Lights up the page for readingRead without disturbing others3 classic frame stylesAvailable in 3 lens strengthsComes with batteries fitted

Range: 464 RRP: £19.99

RRP: £19.99

SHOW OFFS KEYS METAL KEYRINGS

Tongue-in-cheek satirical fun.

Don’t let the truth get in the way of a good chuckle - if you haven’t got it, flaunt it anyway! A remarkably posh metal keyring set with enamel colour infill and satirical wording to show the world just who you are. (Even if you’re not). These tongue-in-cheek slogans will intrigue and amuse wherever you take them...

Chunky but slender designPolished solid metalEnamel colour infillA great novelty item gift18 cheeky slogan designs

Range: 327 RRP: £4.99

RRP: £4.99

SIMPLY MARVELLOUS MAGNETIC SPECTACLES

Vintage style magnifying lenses with handy hidden magnets

A very nice thing to own for anyone who reaches for their glasses whenever there is small print to read. Shaped and styled like vintage lorgnettes but contemporary enough to sit on an IKEA desk or magnetise to a modern fridge door. Keep them handy for when you need a little bit of help with warnings, ingredients or instructions!

Cool 'try me' packaging Sells well with gifts, books or homeware!One strength suits allQuality magnifying lens and hidden magnets - keep them on the fridge!Two vintage styles

Range: 429 RRP: £9.99

RRP: £9.99

SPARE PAIR

3 pairs of handy reading glasses.

This really does exactly what it says on the tin… a set of three pairs of reading glasses (all the same strength) to keep in three of the places where you might need glasses… in the kitchen, garage, handbag, the office, in the car, the bedroom… or somewhere slightly more obscure. If you need reading glasses, or know someone who can’t live without them, you’ll need Spare Pair!

A pack of 3 pairs of reading glassesExcellent quality lenses and framesOne frame style in 3 smart colours3 most popular lens strengthsConforms to EN 14139:2010

Range: 404 RRP: £12.99

RRP: £12.99

STAY! DOGGY BOOK REST

A loyal friend to guard your book.

Your book’s best friend, this super cute doggy shaped book rest is so obedient it’s allowed to sit in any room in the house... from the lounge to the bedroom! When you’re finished reading, flop your book onto its back where it’ll stay! A great gift for book lovers and dog lovers of all ages.

Holds most popular sized booksStrong matt laminated boardMatching ribbon and book cloth detailingComplements home interiors2 contemporary colourways

Range: 401 RRP: £6.99

RRP: £6.99

THE HANDY TABLET STAND

Keeps tablets fully 'hands-free'!

Curvy, cool, and contemporary, this aptly named little stand will hold your device at the perfect angle for viewing your favourite things. And the colour coordinated stylus will help to keep your screen free of messy fingerprints, just incase your favourite things involve getting your hands dirty... whether that’s recipes, repairs or redecorating. Helpful for cooking, DIY, homework, gaming and hobbies!

Includes stylus for a clean screenSoft coated slip-free finishFits all popular devicesEasy wipe cleanAvailable in red and grey

Range: 325 RRP: £12.99

RRP: £12.99

THE LITTLE BOOK LIGHT

Clips to a book or sits on the desk.

Flexible in every way, this stylish little classic will confidently clip to your book and angle to light your page… but is equally at home slipping into its weighty little base and sitting pretty on your desk. Based on a lighting design icon but miniaturised, these super gifty colour-coordinated packaging makes these little chaps very easy to love.

Clips on to a book to readStands up in its weighted baseAngles just like the real thingComes fitted with replaceable batteriesAvailable in 5 funky colours

Range: 443 RRP: £8.99

RRP: £8.99

THE LITTLE LANTERN

Miniature retro lamp for indoors.

It’s new!! But looks amazingly, authentically old. It seemed a shame not to give this much loved little lamp another pocket-sized lease of life. So we took every classic detail, made it smaller, put it all back together and popped it into some vintage-style Kraft packaging. Leaves a nostalgic glow in your heart... and in your room.

A fun miniature indoor lampAuthentic red antiqued finishRealistic diffused soft light glowPackaging hangs or standsComes with battery fitted

Range: 424 RRP: £6.99

RRP: £6.99

THE NEW BRILLIANT READING REST

Holds books and tablets better.

An even cleverer and even more colourful way to hold bigger books – and now tablets - in the kitchen, study or office. Due to popular demand we have re-engineered this consistently popular product and added a few extra features which improve both form AND function! And they said you can’t improve on perfection...!

Holds larger books, folds down flatNow with non-slip ledge for tabletsCut out design to allow for charging cablesSilicon feet for secure grip5 smart new colours available

Range: 420 RRP: £29.99

RRP: £29.99

THE POP UP BOOK END

Get organised at home or office.

A great solution to bookend retailing. Sold flat to save on precious store space - ‘pops’ up to hold hardback and paperback books securely. The cool and contemporary colours are equally at home, at home or in the office! Sold in singles. Mix or match your combinations as suits your needs. Easy wipe clean.

Very strong!Secure grippy feetEasy wipe cleanOne book end per pack8 colours available

Range: 930 RRP: £4.99

RRP: £4.99

THE REALLY BRIGHT BOOK LIGHT

Extra wide bright page lighting.

A very useful clip-on reading light, featuring an extra wide light beam – ideal for lighting bigger areas including larger format books, plans and maps. Often used by music performers! Combined with a flexible, positionable neck and longer battery life, this is a very practical multipurpose book light! The Really Serious Book Light Range is a co-ordinated collection of reading lights designed to suit the needs of all kinds of book light users.

Extra wide beam for spread lightingClips to any book for readingDimmable light switchFlexible neck to position beam3 AAA batteries for prolonged use

Range: 399 RRP: £16.99

RRP: £16.99

THE REALLY FLEXIBLE BOOK LIGHT

Comfortable bedtime reading.

An intelligent little clip-on reading light with some well designed features to make your bedtime reading experience as comfortable as possible. The extra long flexible neck bends to your ideal position, whilst the light dimmer allows you to adjust the light intensity, creating your perfect reading environment. The Really Serious Book Light Range is a co-ordinated collection of reading lights designed to suit the needs of all kinds of book light users.

Great light for prolonged useClips to any book for readingExtra long flexible neck for best lightingDimmable light switchComes fitted with 3 AAA batteries

Range: 398 RRP: £14.99

RRP: £14.99

THE REALLY USEFUL MAGNIFYING BOOKMARK

Brings all the words up to size.

This dual purpose fresnel lens will quickly de-frustrate the small print and bring the words back into focus as you read. One of those little things that make life so much better. Big things come in bookmark sized packages! Choose from a selection of fun optical designs.

2x magnificationHigh quality fresnel lensA quick and handy magnifierBag and pocket sized8 magnifying designs available

Range: 367 RRP: £4.99

RRP: £4.99

V&A BOOKMARKS

Arts and crafts archive designs.

Reflecting the changing trends in decorative design during the 19th and 20th centuries from the archives of the Victoria and Albert museum in London. Featuring work from the arts and crafts movement including William Morris and Charles Voysey. Litho printed on heavyweight card, each with a complementary coloured ribbon.

Colour litho printedHeavyweight textured weave boardComplementary coloured ribbon9 designs availableGLOBAL LICENSE

Range: 973 RRP: £2.99

RRP: £2.99

WOODEN READING REST

Showpiece holder for tablets too.

Our showpiece book rest is equally happy in the kitchen, study or on display anywhere around your home. Holds all manner of fine literature from recipes books to coffee table journals beautifully, securely and with ease. And with the new cut-out ledge design to allow for charging cables, it can now accommodate tablets too!

Beautifully made from European Beech3 adjustable angle settingsHolds heavy books and tablets tooFolds down flat to storeNow with cut-out design for cables

Range: 83 RRP: £29.99

RRP: £29.99

STICKY TABS

Keep tabs on your favourite things!

Perfect for Posh Planning, this little hardback book of trendy uncoated paper sticky tabs is a great gift for anyone with their nose in a book or magazine. Designed to take ink beautifully and low tack enough to not damage precious books or glossy brochures, these are a better class of sticky note altogether!

Bound like a bookPrinted on nice matt paperLow tack adhesive400 individual sticky tabs per pack6 popular themes available

Range: 419 RRP: £4.99

RRP: £4.99

SNIPPITS® MAGAZINE PAGE MARKERS

Themed sticky tabs for marking.

Themed sticky tabs for projects, shopping, ideas, hints and tips! Whenever you find something you like in your magazine have Snippits® at hand to catch the moment and mark the page. Available in 6 popular themes, these self adhesive arrow markers will help you keep track of the good things in life.

Great for marking noteworthy thingsPrinted on 100gsm paperWith brightly coloured messages100 low tack arrows per pack6 themed magazine categories

Range: 377 RRP: £2.99

RRP: £2.99

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