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Our buying team have trying to track down all the loveliest souvenirs with which to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s Diamond Jubilee. Our favourite so far is this gorgeous jug by Jan Constantine. See all our ideas here.

Marilu and Ian

A few months ago we were lucky enough to go to Marilu’s baby shower. If you rung to have a chat about your order before February then it’s very likely that you would have spoken to Marilu. We were very sad to see her go at the end of February but saw her soon after at her Baby Shower. Here are some photos of the festivities…

The other day we had a lovely surprise when Mother and Babe came to visit in the office and we met Ian for the first time. Both seemed very happy, Marilu is made to be a mummy and Ian is the sweetest little person.