New Products

For little ones

Enesco

Following its hugely successful, multi-awarding-winning Peter Rabbit Baby Collection, created under licence from Penguin Ventures, Enesco is hopping with glee to announce the launch of a sub-collection, featuring everyone’s favourite bob-tailed bunny’s little sister, Flopsy.

The Flopsy Baby Collection (which launches during the 120th birthday celebrations of Peter Rabbit this year), takes inspiration from the original illustrations of Beatrix Potter’s classic tales, featuring the little rabbit with her red cape and wicker basket. Following the same ‘Come Rain or Shine’ pattern print as seen across the Peter Rabbit Baby Collection, this iteration has been given a slight update to include splashes of blushes, peach tones and shades of green, off-set against a cool grey background and trimmings of rosy pinks, to help make the colour of Flopsy’s cape really pop.

Available to buy within the Flopsy Baby Collection are a Baby Blanket, Soother Holder, Hooded Towel, Insulated Bottle Bag, Changing Mat, Pram Organiser, Muslin Squares (set of three), and Bibs (set of three). These pieces make a lovely gift for expectant parents or as a self-purchase for mummies and daddies-to-be who love the classic timelessness of the Beatrix Potter brand.

While all items co-ordinate together for a baby girl, they contrast equally well with the cool blue tones of the original Peter Rabbit Baby Collection, helping to add to the buildability of the range for your customers.

Dinner time

Enesco has also unveiled a new development for its best-selling range of The World of Peter Rabbit children’s dinner sets under licence from Penguin Ventures. Previously made from bamboo because of its eco-friendly credentials, Enesco has further developed the range to be manufactured from a fully recyclable material: polypropylene.

The move sees the new dinner sets and other accessories become more environmentally friendly, while also being extra durable, meaning all items in the collection are now dishwasher and microwave-safe, while still meeting UK and EU Food Contact Material (FCM) Regulations.

The update to materials has also provided an opportunity to update the look and feel of the collection. The Peter Rabbit dinner set now features a bunny-shaped head plate with the ears divided into sections to help keep little one’s food and snacks separate, a side plate, beaker, and co-ordinating cutlery set including a fork and spoon. It features artwork of the bunny wearing his blue jacket, with food such as carrots and radishes, no doubt taken from Mr McGregor’s garden.

As well as the Peter Rabbit dinner set, there is also an alternative Flopsy dinner set available, featuring Peter’s younger sister. Other items in the new-and-improved collection include plates, bowls, beakers, mugs, egg cup sets, fork and spoon sets and snack boxes. All items are available using the Peter Rabbit or Flopsy colourways and artworks. Presented in Kraft boxes that are also fully recyclable, the collection is not only practical but looks lovely too.

Baby essentials

Scion Living is bringing its fun-loving designs to a range of baby essentials with Enesco, from bibs, pram organisers, nappy caddies, changing squares and blankets to toys and bunting. There’s even a little something to save for their futures, with loose change money boxes decorated with animal characters.

Scion’s Animal Magic and Tikku designs make a lively appearance across this range and Scion legend Mr. Fox makes his debut on wipe-clean and bandana bibs, nursery bunting, blankets, muslins, changing squares, pram organisers and nappy caddies.

The range’s affordability makes perfect gifts for any gender tot, and a loving way to welcome a little one into the world. Call: 01228 404022 Email: uksales@enesco.co.uk Visit: www.enesco.co.uk

Lovable Gonks

Joe Davies

Gonks continue to be hugely popular this season, and Joe Davies has this covered with its new Lovable Gonk range. These adorable little figurines feature a family of gonks finished in appealing pastel colours that would fit with any home decor.

Sentiment is at the centre of this range and each gonk holds a sweet little plaque, heart, or flowerpot (to name but a few) with a sweet message that is sure to melt the heart of a loved one including Mum, Nan, Dad, and Friends.They are covered in cute little icons such as flowers, hearts, ladybirds, bees, and butterflies, adding that extra special little touch.

Joe Davies has a reputation for award-winning service and a great range of gifts dedicated to the independent retailer. All of its products are available in the company’s trademark ‘little and often’ quantities with a minimum order value of just £100 and free nationwide delivery. Showroom: Stockport SK5 7JF Call: 0161 975 6300 Email: sales@joedavies.co.uk Visit: www.joedavies.co.uk