The knitted T-Rex and octopus rattle are also winners with us. Now, what baby and parents wouldn't love to receive these as a gift!
Monday, 31 January 2011
Cutest Baby Shoes
These are the cutest baby shoes. They're from one of our favourite suppliers who have so many cute knitted and crochet baby toys and rattles. Whenever customers come in they're immediately drawn to them.
The knitted T-Rex and octopus rattle are also winners with us. Now, what baby and parents wouldn't love to receive these as a gift!
The knitted T-Rex and octopus rattle are also winners with us. Now, what baby and parents wouldn't love to receive these as a gift!
Sunday, 30 January 2011
Lovely day at Bubble...
I went to Bubble trade show in Islington today. It was great to see lots of new exhibitors showcasing their new kids designs, but it was equally good to see some suppliers we already use at the shop. We've run out of quite a few favourites and it was nice to remind myself of why I liked them in the first place. I made some orders, which I seem to find easier when I see the products in front of me and can't wait for the deliveries.
My favourite stand by far was Helen Gordon, whom I subsequently ordered from. Her corner really showed how creative she is. Fairytale themes run right through all her designs. Her very talented husband made all the props, from the giant toadstools, over sized building blocks to the cute wardrobe and chest of drawers, used for displaying everything.
My favourite stand by far was Helen Gordon, whom I subsequently ordered from. Her corner really showed how creative she is. Fairytale themes run right through all her designs. Her very talented husband made all the props, from the giant toadstools, over sized building blocks to the cute wardrobe and chest of drawers, used for displaying everything.
Don't you think her display is so cute. http://www.helengordon.co.uk/
The day ended with me finding a gorgeous coffee shop in Islington, kicking back and enjoying a cappuccino...all by myself. Fantastic!
Thursday, 6 January 2011
Happy New Year
We hope you all had a restful Christmas and New Year! After a rush at the shop, it was so good to concentrate on family and catch up with friends. It did manage to slow us all down, especially with all the extra bank holidays.
As often happens at Christmas, my children received far too much from relatives and we were so overwhelmed by all the toys that I think they didn't really take it all in. My son who is normally my most placid child even threw a strop, which isn't very attractive for a 7 year old burly boy, as soon as his presents were opened. He had received everything he had wished for and more, so his attitude was bewildering.
I have to admit that I was slightly sickened by the amount of packaging, boxes and batteries needed.
That's why, we're so proud at Love Me Again, to stick to traditional toys that encourage imaginative and creative play rather than noisy plastic toys that you can get anywhere. We seek out toys that are a bit different than what you get on the high street and always strive for quality that will capture imagination and endure endless amount of play.
Oh and did we mention, Love Me Again is holding a sale. 20 percent off new clothes and 30 percent off nearly new clothes.
Hope to see you soon
http://www.love-me-again.co.uk/
As often happens at Christmas, my children received far too much from relatives and we were so overwhelmed by all the toys that I think they didn't really take it all in. My son who is normally my most placid child even threw a strop, which isn't very attractive for a 7 year old burly boy, as soon as his presents were opened. He had received everything he had wished for and more, so his attitude was bewildering.
I have to admit that I was slightly sickened by the amount of packaging, boxes and batteries needed.
That's why, we're so proud at Love Me Again, to stick to traditional toys that encourage imaginative and creative play rather than noisy plastic toys that you can get anywhere. We seek out toys that are a bit different than what you get on the high street and always strive for quality that will capture imagination and endure endless amount of play.
Oh and did we mention, Love Me Again is holding a sale. 20 percent off new clothes and 30 percent off nearly new clothes.
Hope to see you soon
http://www.love-me-again.co.uk/
Saturday, 18 December 2010
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas.....
Well, it really does look like we'll be having a white Christmas. First one in I don't know how many years.
While it does look very pretty from the inside of the shop, it does create havoc on the roads and boy is it cold! Still it may just force us all to have a relaxing Christmas!
It's true to say that retail, especially independents, find business a bit more challenging, and we're pleased to say that out customers have been very loyal to us.
I read the following on the website of one of our favourite suppliers, Best Years and thought I'd post it on here for you all to read. You can see more from them at http://www.bestyears.co.uk/
"I can’t say that I am a natural ally of thinktanks, especially one called the New Economics Foundation but I’m raising a loud cheer for a report that they have just published called “Clone Towns”
The report states that 41% of UK towns are “clone towns” which they defined as having more than half the stores are multiple retailers. Only 36% of high streets surveyed retained their distinctive character.
Cambridge came in for a particular bashing. The university landlords have reacted to the recession by increasing rents to the point that independent retailers have been forced off the High st and have left just a bland mix of muliple retailers who can be found anywhere
As a soft toy wholesaler who only supplies independent shops (plus really nice multiples like John Lewis and JoJo Maman Bebe) you can understand why we heartedly agree with any report supporting independent retailers but why should any one else care?
Well, places like Brighton’s Lanes and Whistable who have a thriving community of independent retailers bring in visitors from all over the country. They come, and they spend money! An interesting and diverse high street will attract people and their pounds which surely is a good thing
Although the very large shopping centres such as Blue Water also bring in visitors from miles away most ordinary high streets with a Next, Marks and Spencers and Boots do not bring in anyone who is not local.
Independent stores with their unique ranges not only add a welcome diversity to high streets but also foster a sense of community. Who are you more likely to have a chat and a laugh with – the girls on the till at Boots or your local shop owner? Who is more likely to care about you getting the right product a multiple retail employee or a local shop? They know that they have to provide the right service and the products whilst the multiple is able to fall back on advertising and price promotions
So a big hurrah for the cheerily named New Economics Foundation. I hope your report gets loads of publicity and re-ignites the debate about our fabulous independent retailers"
While it does look very pretty from the inside of the shop, it does create havoc on the roads and boy is it cold! Still it may just force us all to have a relaxing Christmas!
It's true to say that retail, especially independents, find business a bit more challenging, and we're pleased to say that out customers have been very loyal to us.
I read the following on the website of one of our favourite suppliers, Best Years and thought I'd post it on here for you all to read. You can see more from them at http://www.bestyears.co.uk/
"I can’t say that I am a natural ally of thinktanks, especially one called the New Economics Foundation but I’m raising a loud cheer for a report that they have just published called “Clone Towns”
The report states that 41% of UK towns are “clone towns” which they defined as having more than half the stores are multiple retailers. Only 36% of high streets surveyed retained their distinctive character.
Cambridge came in for a particular bashing. The university landlords have reacted to the recession by increasing rents to the point that independent retailers have been forced off the High st and have left just a bland mix of muliple retailers who can be found anywhere
As a soft toy wholesaler who only supplies independent shops (plus really nice multiples like John Lewis and JoJo Maman Bebe) you can understand why we heartedly agree with any report supporting independent retailers but why should any one else care?
Well, places like Brighton’s Lanes and Whistable who have a thriving community of independent retailers bring in visitors from all over the country. They come, and they spend money! An interesting and diverse high street will attract people and their pounds which surely is a good thing
Although the very large shopping centres such as Blue Water also bring in visitors from miles away most ordinary high streets with a Next, Marks and Spencers and Boots do not bring in anyone who is not local.
Independent stores with their unique ranges not only add a welcome diversity to high streets but also foster a sense of community. Who are you more likely to have a chat and a laugh with – the girls on the till at Boots or your local shop owner? Who is more likely to care about you getting the right product a multiple retail employee or a local shop? They know that they have to provide the right service and the products whilst the multiple is able to fall back on advertising and price promotions
So a big hurrah for the cheerily named New Economics Foundation. I hope your report gets loads of publicity and re-ignites the debate about our fabulous independent retailers"
Tuesday, 7 December 2010
Great success at the Christmas Fayre!
Well, last Saturday saw us celebrate Love Me Again's 2nd birthday. Champagne and mince pies were provided as a way of celebrating with everyone who stopped by and with that we had the annual Staplehurst Road Christmas Fayre. As ever hundreds turned out to support local businesses and stall holders. As well as our shop, we also had a stall where we were pitched next to Hither Green Deli's stall. They were selling delicious turkey and cranberry rolls as well as some spanish omellete and lasagne plus Italian cakes and coffee...It was absolutely freezing but standing next to all that lovely food made it very bareable indeed!
We sold out of pink mini scooters, which was unexpected as the blue ones had sold out twice before that. Our new City of London train sets also sold out and our new stock or Clever Box Club play sets were very popular. Many customers took adavantage of our buy one get one half price on all the nearly new clothes...happy customers, happy owners.
We're just waiting on our delivery of sledges, although now that the snow has gone...There's always next year.
Hope to see you soon
xx
We sold out of pink mini scooters, which was unexpected as the blue ones had sold out twice before that. Our new City of London train sets also sold out and our new stock or Clever Box Club play sets were very popular. Many customers took adavantage of our buy one get one half price on all the nearly new clothes...happy customers, happy owners.
Hope to see you soon
xx
Tuesday, 23 November 2010
Bliss...what a great charity!
We at Love Me Again went along to the Vintage Tea Party event held in Hither Green over the weekend. We had a stall there and were glad to be a part of such a worthy cause. The event, was as its name suggests, vintage inspired, from the decor, to the music, to the activities laid on and even the delicious cakes and tea all served on vintage crockery. Everyone there was supporting Bliss, a charity set up to fund research into the prevention of premature births as well as support to babies and families affected. You can find out more here http://www.bliss.org.uk/. Helen who organised the whole event, is a local mum who has first hand experience, after giving birth to her daughter, Freya Mae at 32 weeks. Helen is an inspiration and kept her cool on the night (outwardly anyway!) Find out more about her story here http://vintageteaparty.webs.com/
Friday, 12 November 2010
New Catalogue Now Available
http://www.love-me-again.co.uk/
We have finally finished our catalogue for toys which we can pre order for you in time for Christmas. In the catalogue you will find lots of lovely traditional, some funky and some ingenious items that you can't find on the high street. If you place an order with us before Sunday 21st November, we'll give you 10% discount and on top of that we will deliver to you (providing you live within a five mile radius). One thing I will definately be ordering for my son is this fantastic green camouflage castle, from the Clever Box Club company. Kids always like to play with cardboard boxes and with these, they can also be personalised and decorated. Also available in pink! Click below to see full catalogue.
http://www.love-me-again.co.uk/LMA_CCv1.pdf
As we head towards Christmas, we will also be opening on Sundays from 21st November 12-4pm. So come on, shop locally at our enchanting little shop.
We have also signed up to Wedge Card. For those of you who haven't heard of it, Wedge Card is a reward card for over 1400 local and independent shops that gives you discounts for shopping locally and helps promote and protect independent traders. Local shops are the buzz on your high streets. They are the friendly faces, the unique products and the personalised advice. They are the lifeblood of our communities. We want you to take a walk around your local shops with your Wedge Card and feel the buzz on your local High Street! You can obtain a card form the link below.
http://www.wedgecard.co.uk/
We have finally finished our catalogue for toys which we can pre order for you in time for Christmas. In the catalogue you will find lots of lovely traditional, some funky and some ingenious items that you can't find on the high street. If you place an order with us before Sunday 21st November, we'll give you 10% discount and on top of that we will deliver to you (providing you live within a five mile radius). One thing I will definately be ordering for my son is this fantastic green camouflage castle, from the Clever Box Club company. Kids always like to play with cardboard boxes and with these, they can also be personalised and decorated. Also available in pink! Click below to see full catalogue.
http://www.love-me-again.co.uk/LMA_CCv1.pdf
As we head towards Christmas, we will also be opening on Sundays from 21st November 12-4pm. So come on, shop locally at our enchanting little shop.
We have also signed up to Wedge Card. For those of you who haven't heard of it, Wedge Card is a reward card for over 1400 local and independent shops that gives you discounts for shopping locally and helps promote and protect independent traders. Local shops are the buzz on your high streets. They are the friendly faces, the unique products and the personalised advice. They are the lifeblood of our communities. We want you to take a walk around your local shops with your Wedge Card and feel the buzz on your local High Street! You can obtain a card form the link below.
http://www.wedgecard.co.uk/
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