I actually wanted to order absolutely everything from the Greengate catalogue but had to restrain myself!!  I am in the process of adding the new Greengate products to the online shop – lovely cushions, beach mats, table runner, cake plates, luggage tags, stoneware jugs, pretty napkins ……

Just looking at them makes it seem like a beautiful summer day.  Click here to see all the latest Greengate arrivals.

Since I’m on the subject of Joseph Joseph, just to let you know that there is some of their new ranges available online now at Garrendenny Lane with more being added over the next day or two.  I am awaiting more photos to arrive but they will be put up soon too.

My favourite new product has to be Elevate.  It comes in a gift box too so perfect for a gift for anyone who like baking or cooking but who would have thought kitchen utensils could be so funky and colourful.  Sensible and hygienic too as when these are laid flat, the handles are weighted so the ladle part does not touch the work surface.

These are definitely making their way to my kitchen

Elevate – Set of 6 Kitchen Utensils in a Gift box €54

And remember, delivery on your entire order in Ireland is only €5.95

Another Mother’s Day gift idea.  It is less than 2 weeks to Mother’s Day and if you wish to treat your mum, how about this for something different?  Sammy, the sausage dog cushion – made with Yukari Sweeney Design fabrics. 

Use him as a cushion on the sofa or on a bedroom chair or have him guard your bed during the day! Lovable and a cushion – what more could a mum want?!

Click here to see him in our online shop.

Wondering what to get your mum for Mother’s Day? Thinking of something that will last for some time? How about some fabulous bedlinen, available from our online shop. Our gift wrap also includes a lovely greetings card so plenty of room for a lengthy message telling your mum how wonderful she is.

These teasets have proved to be popular for gifts too.

Cath Kidston's Buttercup range

Another idea would be a clock for the kitchen, bedroom or sitting room.

Thomas Kent French Country Clock

And if your mum bakes, she will love our range from Joseph Joseph, especially the multi-coloured or white Nest.  And how do you benefit? – well, there might be fresh baking waiting for you each time you visit!

Joseph Joseph Index Chopping Boards

The Joseph Joseph Index Chopping Boards are popular too.

Photo frames for those treasured memories.

Lene Bjerre cake stands, cake servers and frames are of beautiful quality.

And I will finish with a very pink and almost decadent suggestion – our pink shoe suitcases

Mother’s Day is on 14th March this year.

PS I can’t remember what my kids (aged 6 and 4 then) gave me last year but I do remember they made me stay in bed while they went downstairs to set the table for breakfast. I could hear them fighting over which ‘pretty’ mug and bowl to give me and then spilt cornflakes everywhere but it was lovely.  Their teacher also taught them a poem to say which brought tears to my eyes. So, yes, I guess, it is the message, not the gift that counts.

Kitchenware for Valentine’s Day?

Well, I’m sure one would ordinarily be hit over the head with it if one presented a loved one with a rolling pin or colander for Valentine’s day but would it happen if it was Joseph Joseph?  Of course not!!  And if you would like some gorgeous Joseph Joseph kitchenware, check out our fabulously competitive prices on our online shop. 

Mind you, I’d include a box of chocolates too – just to be on the safe side!!