Our MD and our designers headed south to the super stylish Top Drawer and Home trade show last week at Olympia to see the trends, patterns and colours that will be adorning stores near you very soon. See some of their inspiration from there and from inspiring stores like Liberty in our photos…
Loads of our ideas for new products start as a complaint! Often from a friend or a family member of one of our team or from a customer who wishes we’d design a product that would solve their frustration. Previous examples have included: “Couldn’t you create something that would help me to do my work […]
Every month, our lovely designer Lynn picks her favourite clever invention, and shares it with all the Busy B’s! This month – it’s the very clever Box Appetit Bag by Black and Blum. “AN EXCELLENT STORAGE SOLUTION FOR YOUR PACKED LUNCH. IDEAL FOR SALADS OR NOODLES AS THERE IS A HANDY SAUCE/DRESSING SECTION.” Carry the box […]
I always think it’s really lovely to make something handmade with the kids to either decorate the house or give as a gift at Christmas. Often my idea of sitting merrily around the Kitchen table with a hot chocolate in one hand and glitter in the other making lovely Christmas decorations ends us as a […]
Last year you probably swore to be more organised but before you know it Christmas will be upon us. (Sorry!) Since we jumped into October, you can’t miss the signs that the season of giving and glitter is only a few weeks away. Supermarkets already have mince pies on and beauty gift packs the shelves […]
WE’RE GETTING ORGANISED FOR HALLOWEEN YET AGAIN Where has the year gone? We couldn’t help but look at some of the costume ideas online. Here’s our pick of the quirkiest Halloween outfits on the web for kids! Some of them are Oh So Clever… 1. Mousetrap! 2. Anyone for lobster? (Source) 3. Pasta, Pasta…hey presto! […]
Life can be hectic. If you’re doing Halloween this year, read our clever tips for fast and easy things to do. Creating an envious spread for your Halloween party isn’t easy, especially if you are juggling a busy work and home life! Fear not, the Busy B team are here to inspire you with an […]
Last year you probably swore to be more organised but before you know it Christmas will be upon us. (Sorry!) Since we jumped into October, you can’t miss the signs that the season of giving and glitter is only a few weeks away. Supermarkets already have mince pies and beauty gift packs on the shelves […]
Every month, our lovely designer Lynn picks her favourite clever invention, and shares it with all the Busy B’s! This month – it’s the very clever Duo Bake by Joseph Joseph. “WITH THE POPULARITY OF THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF, THIS NEW PRODUCT FROM JOSEPH JOSEPH IS A MUST HAVE FOR BUDDING BAKERS. WITH ITS DUAL […]
If you don’t know your herbaceous perennials from your biennials but are looking for a gift for someone who enjoys gardening, we’ve compiled a few ideas that may help. 1. Royal Horticultural Society or Royal Caledonian horticultural MembershipWith a magazine, special offers, seed lists, access to gardens and events across the year, this is a […]
Last year you probably swore to be more organised but before you know it Christmas will be upon us. (Sorry!) Since we jumped into October, you can’t miss the signs that the season of giving and glitter is only a few weeks away. Supermarkets already have mince pies on and beauty gift packs the shelves […]
Give gifts everyone will LOVE and don’t forget anyone with our top tips… 1. Write a list First things first, jot down a list of everyone you plan to buy gifts for throughout the year. This may sound simple, but it’s not always easy to remember every niece and nephew! Keep it in one place […]
