Thu. Dec 19th, 2024

Spiral‘s Back to school collection

Ready to keep your kids ahead of the pack this term with these school supplies.

Spiral have been a worldwide favourite now for over 5 years.

Back to school bags

www.spiraluk.com

 

 

 

 

Happy News product lines

The world will be a happier place thanks to the launch of some joyful new products designed by the inspiring 24-year-old, Emily Coxhead. Good school supplies.

Combining fun, motivational messages with unique hand-drawn illustrations The Happy News features in a striking new stationery and gift collection now available at John Lewis and other high street stores.

The stationery range, that starts from just £4.00, includes a canvas tote bag, sticker booklets, a pom pom pen, a set of pencils, two A5 notebooks, a set of three mini journals, a pencil case, drinks bottle, erasers and an insulated lunch bag.   There is also an extensive gift range available including mugs, tins, purses, jewellery and photo frames that will hit stores later this month, sharing the same positive messaging and contemporary colour palette and styling.

Playing to the public groundswell for wellbeing and mindfulness, the bright and cheery new products feature uplifting and heartwarming slogans such as ‘dreams really do come true’ and ‘reach for the stars’.

 The Happy News began life as an inspiring quarterly newspaper that celebrates all that’s good in the world. Designed and illustrated by Emily, the newspaper is jam-packed with optimistic real-life stories from across the globe.

Launching her Happy Newspaper in 2015, Emily’s mission is to ‘sprinkle a tiny bit of happiness all over the planet’ by using the newspaper as a platform to share positive news and stories about wonderful people.  “Seeing my products in John Lewis is a dream come true”, said Emily.  “So much love has gone into them and it makes me the happiest to see them making people smile.”

Celebrity supporters of The Happy News include Richard Branson, who recently gave a big thumbs up for Emily’s new book called Make Someone Happy.

Happy News fans can also find a host of heart-warming greetings cards for sale on the high street.

www.emilycoxhead.com

 

Tractor Ted

Everyone’s favourite little green tractor  has back to school or nursery covered with the perfect kit for little farm fans. Great school supplies.

From cute yet practical lunch bags and water bottles, through to perfect pencils and stationery, whether it’s their first day at nursery, pre-school or Year One…

there’s something for everyone!

www.tractorted.com

 

 

 

Personalised Back to School Gift Tins from Cotton Twist

Whether they are starting a new school or just a new year, they need school supplies, so wish the children luck in their new adventures with a Personalised ‘Back to School’ Gift Tin, £3.95 from Cotton Twist.

The perfect keepsake for nieces, nephews, goddaughters and godsons the cute and colourful tins be printed with your choice of name and message.

The tins come in three styles – compass, heart or plain (the latter is available in red, blue or pink) and are empty so you can fill them with whatever you wish – sweets, paperclips or post-it notes.

Alternatively, why not gift them a personalised ‘Back to School’ Letter Keyring Gift Kit, £5.95 to accessorise their book bag.  Featuring a wooden letter and spherical beads they can practice their patience and precision whilst threading the beads on to the elastic!  Add your own personal message of good luck to the tin too!

Designed to spark learning and play, Cotton Twist sells simple, colourful and sustainable quality gifts for life’s celebrations including party bags, craft kits and personalised keepsakes.

Stockist Details: www.cottontwist.co.uk

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By Penny McCarthy

Penny McCarthy is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Parents News UK, a pioneering publication launched in 1993 to serve the needs of busy parents in Southwest London. Alongside her husband, Fergus McCarthy, Penny played a crucial role in the rapid expansion of the printed edition, which grew from a local startup to a widely circulated monthly publication with a reach of 192,000 copies across Kent, South London, and beyond. Under Penny’s leadership, Parents News quickly became a trusted resource for families, providing valuable information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly events. Her vision helped the publication extend its influence with franchises in Northern Ireland and Cornwall, catering to a growing demand for accessible, family-oriented content. In 1997, recognising the importance of digital media, Penny spearheaded the launch of Parents News UK Online. The website initially mirrored the content of the printed editions and has since evolved into a comprehensive online resource for parents, achieving significant popularity with up to 700 daily hits. In 2017, the publication transitioned fully to an online platform, continuing to inform and engage families across the UK. Today, Penny remains deeply involved in the ongoing success of Parents News UK, focusing on innovative advertising opportunities and future growth plans. Her dedication to supporting families through accessible and practical content has made Parents News a cherished name in households across the country.

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