PUZZLES & PASTIMES Autumn/Winter 2020/2021
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Hello and welcome to our latest catalogue of wonderful home entertainment ideas! Here you’ll find new jigsaws of many subjects and sizes, including those with larger pieces; craft kits, colouring books, painting-by-numbers and engraving sets; our “Reading Matters” section offering an entertaining choice of light fiction, biographies and personality memoirs, and our new “Early Learning” selection of toys and games to entertain & educate the young ones!
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Conquest of the Skies 1000-Piece Jigsaw David Attenborough embarks on an extraordinary journey to unravel one of nature’s most gripping stories - the evolution of flying animals, in a 153 minute DVD. This comes complemented with a beautifully illustrated jigsaw depicting the animals and scenery found within David Attenborough’s lavish production ‘Conquest of the Skies’, from swans and barn owls to beautiful hummingbirds. Ref. E184356 £17.99
Mind The Gap Card Game Mind the Gap card game keeps everyone entertained when on the move. This family card game transports players to the world famous London Underground as they take turns to discard a card that matches the relevant tube line. Ref. E168107 £14.99
Baby Bunny Needle Felting Kit Quite possibly the cutest baby bunny you’ll ever make with your own hands! A perfect introduction to the craft of needle felting, everything you need is included in the kit - British wool, a foam pad to work on, felting needles, glass eyes and full colour instructions. Finished size 5.9” (15cms). Gift boxed. Ref. E179736 £15.99
For more Craft Kits see pages 32-33
British Blue Tit Appliqué Sewing Kit This new kit contains everything you need to make a beautiful, colourful piece of felt art, mounted in a bamboo embroidery hoop. Designed for beginners, there are no complicated embroidery stitches to master so it’s perfect for young crafters too. Kit contains a 6’’ (15cms) embroidery hoop, lovely wool-mix felt, needle and threads, paper template and step by step colour instructions.
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Canal Transport 1000-Piece Jigsaw Just another day on the busy waterways and rail tracks collecting and delivering for Cadbury. Size 27.6 x 19.7” (70 x 50cms) Ref. E184515 £14.99
Ref. E180435 £14.99
Art Therapy: An AntiAnxiety Colouring Book This sophisticated colouring, doodling and drawing book features beautifully intricate illustrations to colour that are designed to inspire a state of calm. PB, 128 Pages. Ref. E183757 £9.99
See pages 40-46 for more fiction
Time to Say Goodbye Kathy has grown up at Treetops home for children, where Sunday and Tom Branning have always cared for her.When Kathy falls for the wrong man, her ambitions are soon forgotten as she embarks on a secret affair. But Tom dies suddenly in a riding accident, the running of the estate falls into chaos and life at Treetops will never be the same again... HB, 448 pages. Ref. E180863 £12.99
Hedwig 3D Jigsaw Puzzle Bring the magical world of Harry Potter to life with this super 3D ‘magic motion’ 300-piece jigsaw puzzle. Size 24 x 18’’ Size (61 x 46cms) Ref. E179817 £17.99
For more Colouring Sets see page 32-35
Colour Marker Keep N’ Carry Set Take art projects anywhere with our Keep N’ Carry Colour Marker Set! This compendium includes a generous collection of vibrantly coloured double-sided markers and an artist pad to draw on, all within a handy case that keeps art supplies neat and organised. Ref. E184558 £9.99
Early Morning in Bengal 1000-Piece Jigsaw Two Tigers emerge from the dense forest. Size 27.5 x 19.5” (70 x 50cms) Ref. E179820 £14.99
Built For Speed 1000-Piece Jigsaw The No. 4468 train comes by at Riston. Size 27.6 x 19.7” (70 x 50cms) Ref. E184511 £14.99
Grandma’s Attic 1000-Piece Jigsaw Forgotten artifacts occupy this attic. Size 27 x 27” Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms).. Ref. E116540 £14.99
Walkies 1000-Piece Jigsaw The gang are ready for their afternoon amble. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms).. Ref. E117138 £14.99
Seaside Tram 1000-Piece Jigsaw Great Orme Tramway has been delighting since 1902. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E179282 £14.99
Peck Your Own 1000-Piece Jigsaw Blackbirds feast on berries in this rustic scene. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E113518 £14.99
On The Farm Find the Difference 1000-Piece Jigsaw There are 15 differences between the box lid and the puzzle. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E115635 £14.99
Cider Makers 1000-piece Jigsaw Workers gather the apples for the cider press. Size 27” x 19” (68 x 49cms). Ref. E116526 £14.99
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www.owlbarn.co.uk Ship Inn 1000-Piece Jigsaw It’s a lovely day down at the harbour for a pint! Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E113524 £14.99
A Stop For Tea 1000-Piece Jigsaw A pleasant countryside pause from a run in the sun. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E184514 £14.99
RSPB Great British Wildlife 1000-Piece Jigsaw British Wildlife from foxes to birds, hedgehogs to mice. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E179286 £14.99
Air Show 1000-piece Jigsaw Impressive planes take to the skies. Size 27 x 19” (68 x 49cms). Ref. E176822 £14.99
Battle of Britain 1000-Piece Jigsaw The Lancaster, Spitfire and Hurricane fly over England. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms) Ref. E179287 £14.99
Chester 1000-Piece Jigsaw From Roman times, the best preserved walled city in England. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E179285 £14.99 Spring Is Here! 1000Piece Jigsaw A bright and vibrant village scene is depicted on this new puzzle featuring songbirds and March hares leaping across the meadow. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E179283 £14.99
Victorian Green 1000-Piece Jigsaw Step back into the Victorian era on a Winters day. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E122049 £14.99
In the Garden Find-the-Difference 1000-Piece There are 15 differences between the box lid and the puzzle. Size: 27 x 19’’ (48 x 68cms). Ref. E119747 £14.99
Riverside Walk 1000-Piece Jigsaw Nature surrounds the afternoon stroll. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E119749 £14.99
Garden Helpers 1000-Piece Jigsaw Hedgehogs gather together at feeding time. Size 19 x 27’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E120670 £14.99
Storm Chased 1000-Piece Jigsaw A perilous sea spells danger for these sailors. Size 19 x 27’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E120677 £14.99
Highland Morning 1000-Piece Jigsaw Highland cattle head down for their morning drink. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E122041 £14.99
Ideal Home 1000-piece Jigsaw A beautiful Victorian dolls house in a girl’s bedroom. 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E122043 £14.99
Tow Path 1000-Piece A slow meander for this old faithful towing the barge. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E122048 £14.99
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www.owlbarn.co.uk Bucket & Spade 1000-Piece Jigsaw Oh, we do like to be beside the seaside! Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E184512 £14.99
Potting Shed - 1000-Piece Jigsaw Hours of toil have resulted in the harvest on display. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E120676 £14.99
Frosty and Friends 1000-Piece Frosty the snowman and his friends enjoy the fun. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E122031 £14.99
Autumn Green 1000-Piece Jigsaw Bonfire night celebrated in the traditional way. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E120668 £14.99
By the Canal Find-the-Difference 1000-Piece Jigsaw Find the differences between the jigsaw and the box. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E118250 £14.99
Rescue 1000 - Piece Jigsaw RNLI volunteer crews on call 24 hours a day since 1824. Size 27 x 19’’ (69 x 48cms). Ref. E122108 £14.99
Make & Mend 1000 - Piece Jigsaw The blacksmith hammers out another tractor part. 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E122112 £14.99
Coach & Carols 1000-Piece Jigsaw The pageantry of a Victorian Christmas. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E174274 £14.99
Christmas Treats Ltd Edition 1000-Piece Jigsaw Christmas is nigh and there is so much to choose from. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E120667 £16.99
Den of Antiquity 1000-Piece Jigsaw It’s organised chaos in the local antique shop. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E113495 £14.99
Happy Holidays 1000-Piece Jigsaw The campsite is buzzing with holiday activity. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E113514 £14.99
Festive Market Find-the-Difference 1000-Piece Jigsaw The picture on the box lid is different from the puzzle. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E113475 £14.99
National Park Jigsaw 1000-Piece Jigsaw Peace and tranquility surrounds this National Park. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E171950 £14.99
Meet the Family 1000-Piece Jigsaw A family portrait of Collies pose in the kitchen! Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E120674 £14.99
Pride and Joy 1000-Piece Jigsaw The grandkids help grandpa polish his pride and joy. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E122045 £14.99
Orchard Farm 1000-piece Jigsaw Plenty of apples to feed some of the local residents. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E178325 £14.99
Fish & Chips 1000-Piece Jigsaw There’s no doubting the al fresco favourite on the quay. Size 27 x 19” (68 x 48cms). Ref. E174280 £14.99
A Busy Day 1000-Piece Jigsaw It’s peaceful by the pond, but everyone’s on a mission. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E174275 £14.99
A Walk In The Woods 1000-piece Jigsaw It’s a perfect day for a walk in Bluebell Woods. Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179721 £14.99
Birds In My Garden 1000-Piece Jigsaw What a variety of plumage, size & song! Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E174277 £14.99
The Corner Shop 1000-Piece Jigsaw Busy general stores with a post office from days gone by. Size: 27 x 19” (68 x 49cms). Ref. E113198 £14.99 PortaPuzzle Classic 1500 The robust puzzle board has a special lining to keep incomplete puzzles & jigsaw pieces together, with side panels that double as additional puzzling surfaces. The Velcro fastening ensures all parts of the jigsaw are kept in place during transport and storage. Fits 1500-piece puzzles up to 35”x 24” (90x60 cm) Ref. E179558 £39.99
Feeding The Ducks 1000-Piece Jigsaw Traditional pastimes in the country village. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E113384 £14.99
Evening Out 1000-Piece Jigsaw It’s Saturday night at the Mayfair cinema. Size: 27 x 19’’ (69 x 48cms). Ref. E122109 £14.99
Plum Jam 1000-Piece Jigsaw The old grey Fergie hauls todays crop. Size 27 x 19’ (68 x 48cm). Ref. E122110 £14.99
Bridle Path 1000-Piece Jigsaw Girls from the local farm exercise the horses. Size 27 x 19’’ (69 x 48cms). Ref. E162948 £14.99
Crafty Corner 1000-piece Jigsaw Dexetrous hands work their creative magic. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E162950 £14.99
Bringing Them Home 1000-Piece Jigsaw 4965 draws into Arley Station bringing the soldiers home. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E162949 £14.99
Pleasant Evening 1000-Piece Jigsaw A welcome break at The White Hart. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E162958 £14.99
Retro Rosie’s 1000-Piece Happy shoppers at Retro Rosie’s vintage boutique. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E122046 £14.99
Eggs for Sale 1000-Piece Jigsaw A busy day at Home Farm but still time to sell eggs. Size 27 x 19’’ (69 x 48cms). Ref. E169566 £14.99
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www.owlbarn.co.uk Farming Year 1000-Piece Jigsaw Depicts the four seasons in great detail. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E162951 £14.99
Unexpected Guest 1000-Piece Jigsaw With unique shaped pieces for the keen puzzler. Size: 27 x 19’’ (48 x 68cms). Ref. E113537 £16.99
Dawn Flight 1000-Piece Jigsaw Nature starts the day around the old barn. Size Size: 27 x 19’’ (48 x 68cms). Ref. E116913 £14.99
Busy Harbour Find-the-Difference 1000-Piece Jigsaw Find the differences between the box lid and the puzzle. Size: 27 x 19’’ (48 x 68cms). Ref. E164517 £14.99
Holly Cottage 1000-Piece Jigsaw Children enjoy the snow fall as farmer John goes by. Size 27 x 19’’ (69 x 48cms). Ref. E169569 £14.99
Four Seasons 1000-Piece Jigsaw Muses of the four seasons resplendent in their beauty. Size 27 x 19’’ (69 x 48cms) Ref. E169567 £14.99
Home Comforts 1000-Piece Jigsaw All the creature comforts on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Size 27 x 19’’ (69 x 48cms). Ref. E169570 £14.99
Snow Family 1000-Piece Jigsaw Mr & Mrs Snow and family enchants all the passers-by. Size 27 x 19’’ (69 x 48cms). Ref. E169572 £14.99
Golden Oldies 1000-Piece Jigsaw British transport design classics of yesteryear. Size: 27 x 19’’ (48 x 67cms). Ref. E119748 £14.99
What’s that, Grandpa? 1000-Piece Jigsaw Lots of strange and wonderful things in Grandpa’s attic. Size 27 x 19’’ (69 x 48cms) Ref. E169578 £14.99
Lake View 1000-Piece Jigsaw Beautiful landscape captivates the hikers & picnickers. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E162956 £14.99
Freds Shed 1000-Piece Jigsaw A shed that would be the envy of every workshop enthusiast. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms) Ref. E171820 £14.99
Summer Green 1000-Piece Jigsaw The village buzzes with activity for the annual fete. Size: 27 x 19’’ (48 x 68cms). Ref. E113568 £14.99
Wedding Day Find-the-Difference 1000-Piece Jigsaw Find differences between the box lid and the puzzle. Size 27 x 19 ins (68 x 48 cms). Ref. E119423 £14.99
Sun, Sea and Sand - 1000-Piece Jigsaw An ice cream on the prom but trying and avoid the gulls! Size: 27 x 19’’ (48 x 68cms). Ref. E120678 £14.99
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The Cosy Shed 1000-Piece Jigsaw Dark nights roll in and the temperature drops. Size 27.5 x 19.5 “ (70 x 50cms) Ref. E175748 £14.99 Natural History Museum 1000-Piece Jigsaw In a stunning 115 minute DVD creatively complemented with a beautifully illustrated 1000Piece glossy puzzle, David Attenborough takes us on a journey through the world-famous Natural History Museum in London where extinct creatures magically come alive. Ref. E184360 £17.99
The Magician’s Study 1000-Piece Jigsaw Every inch of this puzzle offers magical moments. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E171619 £14.99
Flying Monsters 1000-Piece Jigsaw A 120 minute DVD with David Attenborough sets out to uncover the truth about the enigmatic pterosaurs, and is complemented with a beautifully illustrated 1000-Piece glossy puzzle. Ref. E184358 £17.99
Vintage Marmite 1000-Piece Jigsaw Featuring vintage advertising materials pose a puzzle. Size 27 x 19” (68 x 49cms). Ref. E179453 £14.99
PortaPuzzle Classic 1000 The robust puzzle board has a special lining to keep incomplete puzzles & jigsaw pieces together, with side panels that double as additional puzzling surfaces. The Velcro fastening ensures all parts of the jigsaw are kept in place during transport and storage. Fits 1000piece puzzles up to 27 x 19” (68 x 49cms). Ref. E113741 £35.99
French Market 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle A beautiful day to browse & natter at the market. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E174281 £14.99
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The Railway Inn 500-Piece Jigsaw A collection of vintage vehicles gather at the local. Size 19 x 14” (49 x 35cms). Ref. E113230 £11.99
Harvest Festival 500-Piece Jigsaw All is safely gathered in - but there’s mischief afoot! Size 19 x 14” (49 x 35cms). Ref. E123700 £11.99
Friday Street 500-Piece Jigsaw A stylistic view of the local shopping parade. Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 35cms). Ref. E113239 £11.99
Old Brewery 500-piece jigsaw A village setting where the Old Brewery is the focal point. Size 19 x 13’’ (48 x 34cms). Ref. E113450 £11.99
Keepers Cottage 500-Piece Jigsaw A tranquil canal-side scene in the hazy days of summer. Size 19 x 14’’ (48 x 34cms). Ref. E116901 £11.99
Final Furrow 500-Piece Jigsaw The end of the long working day approaches. Size 19 x 14’’ (48 x 34cms). Ref. E117124 £11.99
The Coach Trip 500-Piece Jigsaw A fun day lies ahead as the coach party takes a break. Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 35cms). Ref. E117123 £11.99
Lazy Days 500-Piece Jigsaw Relaxing by the stream - the perfect way to pass the time. Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 35cms). Ref. E120661 £11.99
500-Piece Puzzles
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www.owlbarn.co.uk Lions Pride 500-Piece Puzzle A majestic lion family keep watch on the savanna. Size 24.6 x 19.5’’ (62.5 x 49cms). Ref. E179819 £11.99
Kitschy Kitchen 500-Piece Jigsaw An Aimee Stewart design featuring a kitschy kitchen. Size 19 x 14” (49 x 36cms) Ref. E180871 £11.99
Waterlands 500-Piece Jigsaw A colourful raft of ducks shelter amongst the reeds. Size 19 x 14” (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179511 £11.99
The Haberdasher 500-Piece Jigsaw Captures the delights of a traditional haberdashery. Size 19 x 14” (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179506 £11.99
Koalas in Tree 500-Piece Jigsaw Mum, Dad and their baby take shelter from the sun. Size 19 x 14” (49 x 36cms). Ref. E175740 £11.99
Country House 500-Piece Jigsaw Rich pinks and lilacs are reflected in the river. Size 19 x 14” (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179507 £11.99
Antiques & Curiosities 500-Piece Jigsaw This shop is crammed with fascinating objects. Size 19 x 14” (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179504 £11.99
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www.owlbarn.co.uk Country Living 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Peace & tranquility reign over this countryside scene. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E113863 £14.99
Winter Birds 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Feathered friends at the feeding table in midwinter. Size 28 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E113293 £14.99
At The Allotment 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Hours of hard work bring tasty results! 27 x 19” (68 x 49cms). Ref. E113294 £14.99
Puffin Parade 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Waiting for the fishermen to return with the trawl. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms). Ref. E119427 £14.99
Apple Blossom Time 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Apple blossom in springtime - just the time for a walk. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E184281 £14.99
Windmill Lane 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw A native Goldfinch surveys the beautiful countryside. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 49cms) Ref. E184280 £14.99
Regatta Day 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Jigsaw At the beach enjoying the sunshine and watching the regatta. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E169562 £14.99
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Making Hay 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Summer draws to a close, as does a day of haymaking. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E174268 £14.99
Sea Shore Breezes 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw The salty breeze blows around the beach. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E178339 £14.99
The Green Man 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw The Morris Dancers take a rest after the show. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E162962 £14.99
Sunday Morning 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Villagers take advantage of the lovely weather. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E178340 £14.99
Fishermans Cottage 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw The catch is slowly dried in this traditional kitchen. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E174265 £14.99
Prickly Situation 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw A puppy sniffing at a hedgehog maybe in for a surprise! 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E178338 £14.99
The Bird Table 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw A veritable feast to be had in the cottage garden. Size 27 x 19’’ (49 x 35cms). Ref. E169559 £14.99
Just Kidding 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Kids and goats enjoy their rural setting. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E178336 £14.99
Topping Up 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw A pit stop at the local village petrol station. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E120014 £14.99
Puss ‘n’ Boots 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Wellies filled with colourful plants on sunny steps. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E122034 £14.99
Faerie Dell 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw If you go down to the woods tonight, be careful. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E174261 £14.99
Classic Style 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Classic red, white & blue Minis crossing Westminster bridge. Size 27 x 19” (69 x 49 cms). Ref. E178334 £14.99
Honey Bunnies 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Bees and bunnies come together in this vegetable patch. Size 27 x 19” (69 x 49 cms). Ref. E178335 £14.99
Storytime 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Grandad reading stories to his grandchildren. Size 27 x 19” (68 x 48 cm). Ref. E174270 £14.99
Ruling the Roost XL 500-Piece This cockerel gathers in his hens and chicks. Size 27 x 19” (68 x 48 cm) Ref. E174269 £14.99
Noah’s Ark 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw After the rain the animals come out, two by two. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E174263 £14.99
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www.owlbarn.co.uk Almost Home 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Festive travellers on such a cold, snowy day. Size 27 x 19” (69 x 49 cms). Ref. E178333 £14.99
Gnome & Away 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Our gnomes’ home is certainly unusual. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48 cms). Ref. E174262 £14.99
Morning Fresh 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Sweet smelling blooms greet the delivery men. Size 28 x 19” (68 x 49cms). Ref. E113285 £14.99
Bus Station 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw Comings and goings at a busy terminus in the ‘60s. Sze 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48 cms). Ref. E118252 £14.99
Mum’s Helpers 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw The kitchen is alive with mischief this morning! Size 27 x 19” (68 x 49cms). Ref. E113299 £14.99
Bob and His Dog 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw The farmer’s work is never done. Size 27 x 19’’ (49 x 35cms). Ref. E169560 £14.99
Tales Of The River 500 XL-Piece Jigsaw British nature at it its best in this charming scene. Size 27 x 19’’ (68 x 48cms). Ref. E113865 £14.99
Barley Mow Farm 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw It’s a hive of activity down on the farm. Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179714 £11.99
Midsummer Twilight 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw The woodland creatures emerge and come out to play. Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179715 £11.99
Jack & Jenny 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw Jack and Jenny convey their best wishes to Mother Goose. Size 19 x 13’’ (49 x 34cms). Ref. E164522 £11.99
Nature Study 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw A colourful portrayal of Britain’s much-loved wildlife. Size 19 x 13’’ (49 x 34cms). Ref. E114397 £11.99
Seagull View 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw Fishermen get ready for a day at sea. Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179719 £11.99
High & Dry 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw Fishing’s done for the day - now it’s time to tidy up. Size 19 x 14” (48 x 34cms). Ref. E111099 £11.99
Pub Lunch 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw A good old pub lunch and a relaxing afternoon. Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179718 £11.99
Sparkling Waters 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw All have come to see the sparkling waters. Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179720 £11.99
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www.owlbarn.co.uk Piglet Pandemonium 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw There’s pandemonium down on the farm! Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179717 £11.99
Lets Go Fly a Kite 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw Villagers are taking full advantage of a breezy afternoon. Size 19 x 13’’ (49 x 34cms). Ref. E175898 £11.99
Ladies of Leisure 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw Big hats, iced tea and flowing dresses. Size 19 x 13’’ (49 x 34cms) Ref. E175897 £11.99
Summer Breeze 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw Jenny Wren pays a visit to this idyllic country cottage. Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 36cms). Ref. E113533 £11.99
Duck Pond 250 XL-piece Jigsaw Children enjoy the pond in this idyllic village scene. Size 19 x 13’’ (49 x 34cms).Ref. E164520 £11.99
Taking It Easy 250 XL-Piece Jigsaw A veritable feast for the eyes in every nook and cranny. Size 19 x 14’’ (49 x 36cms). Ref. E164525 £11.99
Midwinter 250 XL-Large Piece jigsaw Ideally suited to those with impaired sight or dexterity 19 x 13? (49 x 34cms) Ref. E113449 £11.99
Owl Barn Early Learning Good play is essential for young children to develop their full potential - that is all the inspiration they need to help them discover the world and themselves in a joyful and safe way - step by step, smile by smile. These toys are designed to support each stage of a young child’s development. It should be fun to grow up, fun to play, imagine and create! So take your pick - a caterpillar, pull-along train or jigsaw - here you’ll find a great selection of toys that will help your child to see, touch and discover the world!
Spot The Puppy Activity Toy Inspired by Eric Hill’s famous playful puppy, this fun activity toy has multiple mini discoveries to be made including a peek-a-boo ‘spot’ flap, crinkled ears, colourful hoops and a ball-shaped squeaker on a bungee, all to encourage sensory play. Height 8.3” (21cms), suitable from birth.
Paddington Bear 4-in-a-Box Jigsaws There’s endless puzzling fun to be had with this Four in a Box Jigsaw Puzzle. Fans of Paddington Bear will love piecing together the four scenes of this marmalade-loving movie star! With four different levels, choose a 12, 16, 20 or 24 piece puzzle. Each puzzle is 7.4 x 5.5” (19x14cms) when complete. Age 3+ Ref. E183765 £8.99
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Disney Princesses XXL 150pc Piece together your favourite Disney Princesses Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Aurora, Mulan, Moana, Tiana, Pocahontas and Merida, Finished puzzle measures 19.2 x 14.7” (49 x 36cms). Age 7+ Ref. E183764 £12.99
Very Hungry Caterpillar Giant Art Set Featuring the adorable and much-loved artwork from The Very Hungry Caterpillar, we bring to you this giant art set containing 12 crayons, 40 felt pens and a doodle pad. An excellent present for budding young artists to encourage the creation of multi-coloured masterpieces. Suitable for age 3+. Ref. E180158 £15.99
Alphabet Jigsaw Puzzle Discover and develop with this bright and colourful Alphabet Jigsaw Puzzle - an ideal way to introduce the alphabet to young children. From A to Z with related images representing each letter, it includes a section showing the complete alphabet in capital and lower case letters. Size 14 x 10” (36 x 26cms), age 3+. Ref. E175977 £9.99
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Pull Along Duck Why confine ducks to the bath! Here’s a pull-along wooden playmate that nods its head, flaps its wings and even gives out a quack to let you know it’s still behind you. A classic design which is durable and safe, making it the perfect match for any toddler. Length 6.4” (16.5cms), suitable age 18 months+ Ref. E175973 £24.99
My First Flashcards Game Designed to help your child with their reading and spelling, and can also help them learn to recognize everyday objects. One side of the cards shows an object and the written word, and the reverse side shows just the written word. Contains 34 high quality double sided cards. Ref. E183762 £6.99
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Wooden Blocks Inspired by the eponymous hero, these bold and colourful wooden blocks offer the perfect fusion of fun and learning. Each block shows a letter of the alphabet in lower and upper case along with illustrations from the popular Eric Carle books. CE Safety Approved, age 12-months + Ref. E180447 £22.99
My First Jigsaws: Thomas & Friends Four bright and colourful jigsaw puzzles specially designed for children aged 18 months and over. The puzzles feature images of Thomas (2 piece), Peter Sam (3 piece), Bertie (4 piece) and Ben (5 piece). Shown against different coloured backgrounds and starting with the familiar and friendly Thomas, children will soon start to grasp the concept of piecing together the different scenes. The finished size of each puzzle is 6.2 x 4.3” (16 x 11cms). Ref. E178129 £7.99
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Pull Along Dachshund Originally designed in 1953, this retro toy in its original design is a real gem as it encourages early walking and co-ordination in little ones. When the wooden pull-along dog is taken for a walk, it moves its head and ears and wags its tail just like the real thing. Length 8” (20cms), suitable age 1+.
My First “On The Farm” Puzzles With an oink, a moo, a cluck and a baa, these four colourful extra large chunky puzzles range in size from 2, 3, 4 and 5 pieces to help children build their confidence as they name objects and colours. Each puzzle measures, 6 x 4” (16 x 11cms), suitable age 18+ month. Ref. E175945 £7.99
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Peter Rabbit Wooden Peg Puzzle From the classic Beatrix Potter books this beautiful wooden peg puzzle is an enchanting traditional game that helps to develop key developmental skills. So learn alongside Peter to discover numbers, colours and shapes. Size 11.8 x 8.5” (30 x 22cms), suitable age 18 Months+. Ref. E178127 £12.99
My Hide-and-Seek Picture Book This lively puzzle book tests young minds and encourages picture and pattern recognition. Immersive and full of fun, activities include spot the difference, odd ones out, matching pairs, counting puzzles and many more. Puzzlers can expect to run alongside dashing dinosaurs, party with penguins, encounter cheeky monsters and even pair up a bunch of riotous robots. PB, 96 pages. Age 5+ Ref. E183756 £7.99
Winnie the Pooh Pocket Library Winnie the Pooh can travel with you with this mini pocket library containing six engaging books! With beloved characters including Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Rabbit and Christopher Robin, each is beautifully illustrated in a new young nursery style, ideal for little hands. Suitable for children aged 2 and up. Ref. E176253 £4.99
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Peter Rabbit Pull-Along Toy From the classic Beatrix Potter books, this beautiful PullAlong Peter is an enchanting traditional plaything. Soft, plush Peter has four wooden wheels and a pull cord so he can be lead around by little hands! Suitable from birth.
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Peter Rabbit Wooden Blocks Colourful play & learn fun activity blocks for early letters and numbers games are coupled with Beatrix Potter’s beautiful illustrations and stickers on traditional wooden cubes. CE Safety Approved, age 12-months + Ref. E176251 £22.99
Peter Rabbit Art Set This comprehensive Peter Rabbit Art Set is an excellent present for budding young artists. It includes 42 components including pens, pencils, paints and much more to encourage the creation of multi-coloured masterpieces. Suitable for ages 6+. Ref. E177986 £7.99
Guess How Much I love You Book & Soft Toy Set This beautiful gift set includes a miniature version of the best selling book “Guess How Much I Love You” and a 6’’ (15cms) Little Nutbrown Hare soft toy made from super soft plush with cute embroidered features. This book and toy gift set makes a lovely gift for children of all ages and the perfect keepsake to remind them just how much you love them! Ref. E175547 £18.99
My Little Pony 4 in Box My Little Pony 4-in-a-box Jigsaw Puzzles will keep young ‘uns busy for ages. Each of the puzzles features a colourful picture of a favourite pony which increase in the number of pieces used, making it an ideal set for families or kids of different ages. Age 3+ Ref. E183763 £8.99
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Knit Your Own Dragon Kit Knit yourself a mythical green dragon with a spiky spine and impressive wings! This is an improvers kit, perfect for knitters with a little experience. With step-by-step instructions and clear photographs you’ll be shown exactly how to create your unique handmade dragon. Perfect for making yourself, or as a lovely boxed gift. Finished size approximately 12.5” (32cms) Ref. E184159 £18.99
Sunset Boat Crystal Art Kit Crystal Art is a hugely addictive hobby allowing you to craft your own beautiful piece of sparkly wall art. This idyllic Sunset Boat kit contains all you need to create your own artwork - canvas mounted on wooden frame, crystals, pick-up pen and full instructions. Size 11.8 x 11.8 “ (30 x 30cms). Ref. E184446 £24.99
Flowers Picture Frame Crystal Art. A bright and refreshing bouquet of multicoloured roses is brought to life in this crystal art kit containing everything you need to get creative. Includes numbered adhesive template in elegant frame, pick up pens, jelly wax and a veritable rainbow of glittering rhinestone crystals. Size 8.2 x 9.8” (21 x 25cms). Ref. E184085 £14.99
Stained Glass Craft Kit This kit offers an introduction to an absorbing craft using self adhesive lead strip and glass paint to create stained glass effect keepsakes including a clear trinket box, glass votive candle holder and light catcher. Contents: Glass Votive, Clear Trinket Box, Acrylic Roundel, Self-Adhesive Lead Strip, Glass Paints x 5 Colours, Paint Brush, Suction Cap. Includes full instructions and patterns (Tealight candle not included). Ref. E121580 £18.99
Country Fox Felt Appliqué Kit Create a cunning appliqué fox, mounted in a bamboo embroidery hoop. Everything you need to make a piece of felt art. Designed for beginners; there are no complicated stitches to master, so it’s perfect for young crafters too. Kit contains a 6’’ (15cms) embroidery hoop, wool-mix felt, needle and threads, paper template and step by step colour instructions. Ref. E184161 £14.99
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Baby Hedgehog Needle Felting Kit Create a spiky little hoglet, and craft your way to happiness! This kit contains everything you need to make your own needle felted baby hedgehog, with genuine Steiff Mohair fabric to create the hedgehog’s prickles! Ideal for beginners with step-by-step instructions and clear photographs you’ll be shown exactly how to create your hedgehog using the materials in the kit. Perfect for making yourself, or as a lovely boxed gift. Finished Size 6.2” (16cms)
Mary Mouse & Friends Knitting Kit Our Mary Mouse & Friends Knitting Kit contains everything you need to make three adorable little mice. A great kit for knitters who already know how to cast on and off, knit and purl, increase and decrease stitches. Once complete Mary & her friends each measure approximately 6.6” (17cms) tall. Ref. E183767 £17.99
Kitten Capers Crystal Art Kit Using the magic pencil to place the sparkling resin gems on the numbered art board provides a relaxing and therapeutic craft activity, suitable for adults and children alike. The 11.8 x 11.8” (30 x 30cms) result is a framed rhinestone artwork which you can mount on your wall, or gift to a loved one. Comes complete with all you need plus full instructions.
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Start-a-Craft Quilling The ancient craft of quilling has been practiced by many people over the centuries, and with this kit the basic skills are easily mastered and delightful results can soon be achieved. Contents: quilling papers, quilling tool, greeting cards/ photo mounts, gift tags, bookmarks, adhesive, glue stick. Includes full instructions and work patterns. Ref. E121586 £8.99
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Pretty Flamingo Sewing Kit Create this fabulous flamboyant pink flamingo! This pretty flamingo sewing kit contains everything you need to sew your own. Your pretty flamingo sewing kit contains: Pink felt (in 2 shades), White felt, Black felt, Sewing needle and threads, Pipecleaners, Fibrefill stuffing, Beads, Paper template and Step by step colour instructions. Finished size approximately 7.8” (20cms). Ref. E184166 £14.99
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Crafting Corner Bath Bombe Craft Kit Create a stunning selection of effervescent bath bombes with added fragrance to make bath time a real treat - a truly invigorating yet relaxing experience. This kit contains all the materials to begin this new exciting craft - have fun! Contents: Bath Bombe Moulds, Bicarbonate Powder, Citric Acid Powder, Colourants, Fragrance, Measuring Scoop, Mixing Bag, Pipette. Includes full instructions. Ref. E121608 £19.99
Fabulous Mr Foxy Needle Felting Kit Meet the handsome Fabulous Mr Foxy! A beautifully realistic Red Fox needle felting kit which contains everything you need to make your own needle felted friend. This is an ‘improvers’ kit - so you will already have done a little needle felting before. Your Fabulous Mr Foxy needle felting kit contains: 100% Wool, Felting needles, Wire, Pipecleaners, Foam to work on, Glass eyes, Dog nose, Full colour instructions. Finished fox is approximately 11” (28cms) tall including the ears. Ref. E184188 £25.99
Decoupage Piggy Bank Kit Decoupage has been used for centuries to decorate objets d’art. This fabulous kit contains everything required to create your own individually designed piggy bank in a decoupage style. Contents: Papier Mache Piggy Bank with stopper, Decoupage Paper, Adhesive/Varnish, Brush and Full Instructions. Ref. E160253 £18.99
Three Felt Puppies Sewing Kit Create 3 gorgeous little dogs! This sewing kit contains everything you need to make a Scottie dog, a Sausage dog, and Sealyham Terrier, plus components to make them into one keyring and two brooches. This is an ideal beginners kit, there are no complicated stitches to master, and so it’s perfect for young crafters too. Finished sizes approximately 3.9 5.5” (10-14cms). Ref. E184162 £14.99
Lion Cubs Crystal Art Kit Crystal Art is a hugely addictive hobby allowing you to craft your own beautiful piece of sparkly wall art. This Lion Cubs kit contains all you need to create your own artwork - canvas mounted on wooden frame, crystals, pick-up pen and full instructions. Size 11.8 x 11.8 “ (30 x 30cms). Ref. E184447 £24.99
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Yellow Labrador Needle Felting Kit Needle felt yourself the dinkiest doggie imaginable with our Dinky Dogs Yellow Labrador needle felting kit. You’ll learn how to create a wire armature, then build up your handsome hound from the inside out. This needle felting kit contains everything you need, including step by step colour instructions, wire, pipe cleaners, 100% wool for felting and a sponge to work on. Your Yellow Labrador will stand around 4.7” (12cms) tall. Ref. E183769 £19.99
Button Bag Craft Kit Buttons have always been used for decorative and fashion purposes. This kit contains a superb selection of colourful buttons to create a unique jute tote bag in a choice of four contemporary designs. Contents: 12 x 10.5 x 6’’ (27x30x17cms) Jute Bag, Selection of Buttons, Stranded Embroidery Thread, Tapestry Needle, Design Sheet. Includes full instructions. Ref. E121582 £17.99
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Winter Tigers Crystal Art Kit Crystal Art is a hugely addictive hobby that enables you to craft your own beautiful pieces of sparkly wall art. This dramatic wildlife scene contains all you need to create your own artwork with canvas mounted on wooden frame, crystals, pick-up pen and full instructions included. Size 15.7 x 19.6 “(40 x 50cms). Ref. E184448 £36.99
Knitting Craft Kit Knitting is a fun and absorbing pastime which has recently enjoyed a resurgence in popularity. This kit contains all the materials needed to create a fabulous shoulder bag with 100% pure wool. Once knitted it is felted by machine washing. Includes full instructions. Contents: 100% Pure Wool (3 x 50g), Bamboo Knitting Needles, Black Button, Tapestry Needle. Includes full instructions and pattern. Ref. E121583 £24.99
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Jenny Wren Needle Felt Kit This wren felting kit offers the perfect introduction to the craft of needle felting and comes complete with everything you need, including British wool, a foam pad to work on, felting needles, glass eyes and full colour instructions. Finished size 5” (13cms). Gift boxed. Ref. E177806 £15.99
Dachshund Needle Felt Kit Take some time away from the stress of every day life with a craft that is therapeutic. This felting kit comes complete with wool, a foam pad to work on, felting needles, glass eyes and full colour instructions. Size 10” (26cms). Ref. E177805 £24.99
Running Hare Appliqué Sewing Kit The Hare Appliqué kit contains everything you need to make a beautiful, colourful piece of felt art, mounted in a bamboo embroidery hoop. Designed for beginners; there are no complicated embroidery stitches to master, so it’s perfect for young crafters too. Kit contains a 6’’ (15cms) embroidery hoop, lovely woolmix felt, needle and threads, paper template and step by step colour instructions. Ref. E180434 £14.99
Blue Tit Wreath Needle Felting Kit This pretty springtime needle felting kit contains everything you need to make a chirpy little blue tit which nestles amongst leaves and delicate blooms. The perfect project for any felting beginner, it’s a great way to bring a favourite garden bird to life. Diameter 6” (15cms) Ref. E179734 £24.99
Bee Hive Needle Felting Kit Needle felt yourself a woolly beehive and three delicate honey bees. This needle felting kit contains everything you need including step by step colour instructions, wool, felting needles, paper wings and sponge. Height 7.8” (20cms) Ref. E180431 £18.99
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Wolf Face Crystal Art Kit Crystal Art is a hugely addictive hobby allowing you to craft your own beautiful piece of sparkly wall art. This wolf kit contains all you need to create your own artwork - a canvas mounted on wooden frame, crystals, pick-up pen and full instructions. Size 11.8 x 11.8 “ (30 x 30cms). Ref. E177449 £24.99
Knit Your Own Teddies Kit This new craft kit has to be the cutest - and the simplest - knitting kit ever! Create this duo of cuddly bears using only a garter stitch with no shaping - all you need to know is how to cast on and off. Everything comes packaged in a colourfully designed box, making it a lovely gift! Age 7+.
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Riverside Cottage Crystal Art Kit This stunning riverside cottage kit contains all you need to create your own sparkly artwork with canvas mounted on wooden frame, crystals, pick-up pen and full instructions included. Crystal Art is a hugely addictive hobby that enables you to craft your own beautiful pieces of wall art. Size 15.7 x 19.6 “(40 x 50cms) Ref. E177458 £36.99
Shell Frame Kit The natural beauty of sea shells has fascinated mankind over many centuries. The diverse range of specimens include all manner of colours, shapes and sizes, making shell craft a particularly absorbing pastime. This kit contains all the materials to make a unique decorative frame and includes a selection of Sea Shells, Frame, PVA Adhesive, Varnish and Brush. Includes full instructions. Ref. E121590 £8.99
Scratch Art Deluxe Combo Explore the best of Scratch Art! This all-inclusive kit makes an impressive gift and a great introduction to the skill. The deluxe compendium comes with supplies for 16 projects, Scratch Art sheets (4 rainbow, 4 white-coated rainbow, 4 Light Catcher, 4 silver holographic), 2 stylus tools and 3 frames. Easy to use, but with amazing results! Ref. E180058 £15.99
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Glass Painting Diffuser Kit Painting on glass is an ever popular pastime. and this kit is a great introduction for anybody wanting to try it. With silver selfadhesive outlines and glass paints, you can create two decorative glass fragrance bottles with reed diffuser sticks included. Add your own fragrance to further personalise your creations. Ref. E176191 £19.99
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Creative Glass Painting Kit This superb glass painting kit represents an excellent introduction to a rewarding pastime. The result will be an unusual set of candle glasses with which to decorate your living space in a special way. Contents: 4 x Candle Glasses, Peel-Off Painting Guides, 5 x Tubs of Different Coloured Class Paint, an Artist’s Brush, Mixing Palette and full Instructions. (Tealight candles not included.)
Created by Me! Pet Figurines The only difficulty with this craft set will be deciding on which of the two ready-to-decorate solid resin pet figurines to paint first! With 6 pots of colorful, nontoxic paint and an easy-clean paintbrush all included, a great way to improve thinking and learning in a playful way. Height 7.8” (20cms) Age 8+ Ref. E180057 £12.99
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DIY Watercolor Flowers Learn to paint beautiful flowers in this simple steps, easy approach to watercolour painting for beginners. Find out about technique, paper, brushes and paints, colour mixing, wet and dry techniques, blending and gradients. Then bring all you have learnt together into beautiful compositions. PB, 160pp. Ref. E184592 £15.99
Painting By Numbers Mini Box Set Kids will love learning to paint with our Painting by Number Mini Box Sets! This user-friendly compendium is the perfect introduction to painting for any budding artist. Everything needed to complete the projects are included 12 x 3 ml Paint Pots, 6 Pre-Printed Boards, 3 Double-Sided Final Artworks, 1 Brush and Instructions. Supplies are neatly packed inside a sturdy carrying case with a handle, making it easy to take anywhere. Ref. E184555 £9.99
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Engraving Art Keep N’ Carry Artists of all ages will love the easy to do Keep N’ Carry sets from Royal & Langnickel. The customised zippered carrying case allows ease of travel while storing and protecting your projects. Comes with six engraving art boards, two scratch tools, one blank engraving art board and one zipped carrying case. Ref. E179762 £9.99
Keep ‘n’ Carry Colour Markers The ideal accompaniment to any colouring book, this pack includes ten double sided colour markers, one colour artist pad and one zipper carry case, allowing ease of travel while storing and protecting your art tools. Ref. E120043 £9.99
Staedtler Fibre Tip Pens 20 fibre tip pens with 1mm tips. Ref. E120307 £10.99
Colour Pencil Keep N’ Carry Artists of all ages will love the easy to do Keep N’ Carry sets from Royal & Langnickel. The customised zippered carrying case allows ease of travel while storing and protecting your projects. Comes with ten colouring pencils, six art boards, one blank art board, and one zipped carrying case. Ref. E179763 £9.99
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Colouring Books
The Kew Gardens Beautiful Flowers Colouring Book Selected from the archives of Curtis’s Botanical Magazine, each black-and-white line artwork is accompanied by the artist’s original watercolour plate to inspire your choice of colours and spur your imagination to interpret the plant in your own way. Ref. E174451 £12.99
Beautiful Colour by Numbers An inspiring collection of over 60 images that will encourage you to be creative and to develop your colouring skills. Artworks include landscapes, animals and flowers as well as intricate patterns and mandalas. Each line drawing is numbered so that you can follow the key to produce a stunning colour artwork. PB, 128 Pages. Ref. E184453 £7.99
Creative Owls Colouring Book More than 30 fanciful full-page illustrations depict the most beloved of birds in lush, tapestry-like settings. Covered with flowers, paisleys and other fun-to-color patterns, these adorable owls are posed against vivid backgrounds brimming with intricate designs. 64 pages, PB. Ref. E123151 £6.99
Just Add Colour Fairyland It is impossible not to have fun adding colour to this stunning collection of woodland sprites. Whether you’re applying the finishing touch to a fairy in the forest or bringing a fairy in flight to life, The Fairyland Colouring Book will enthrall you for hours.With over 120 charming designs to colour, this adult activity book is the perfect gift for the artist in your life and a fantastic source of inspiration for anyone looking to create their own designs. Ref. E169815 £6.99
Tranquil Ocean Mandalas Colouring Book Add colour to this captivating collection of over 120 blissfully intricate ocean mandalas. Whether you’re colouring in a pod of serene whales or adding the finishing touches to some intricate seashells it’s the perfect gift for anyone wanting to de-stress and a fantastic source of inspiration for anyone creating their own designs. PB 128pp. Ref. E179681 £6.99
Creative Kittens Colouring Books Coloring enthusiasts will delight in these beautifully detailed portraits and their unique patterns of hearts, flowers, paisleys, and other ornaments. Pages are perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal, framing and display. PB, 64 pages. Ref. E177378 £3.99
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Jaguar & Cub Pencil-by-Numbers Kit Ref. E163764 £7.99
Drawing Artist Pack These natural wood-cased pencils have thick, soft lead allowing precise control for detail line work, shading, cross-hatching, glazing, and other techniques. The set offers a generous selection of 24 vibrant colours that will appeal to artists of all ages and skill levels. Double sharpener and artist pad also included. Ref. E184556 £9.99
Tropical Fish Pencil-by-Numbers Kit Ref. E168143 £7.99
Westie Puppies Pencil-by-Numbers Kit Ref. E163763 £7.99
Colour Pencil By Numbers Mini Box Set Our Colour Pencil by Numbers Mini Box Set provides an engaging activity for beginners who want to dive into the world of color pencil art. This box set comes with a complete with 10 Colour Pencils, 6 Pre-Printed Boards, 6 Numbered Overlays, 3 Double-Sided Final Artworks, 1 Sharpener & Instructions. Everything is neatly packed inside a sturdy carrying case with a handle, making it easy to take anywhere. Ref. E184554 £9.99
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Think You’re Mr Know-it-All? The proper way is, of course, to be such a know-it-all that you can find the correct answer time after time, without feeling the need for digital back-up. So, are you really Mr (or Ms) Know-It-All? In this book you’ll find a lovingly curated set of quizzes that will test you on how much you really know. PB, 224 pages. Ref. E183754 £9.99
Large Print Wordsearch Wordsearch fans will love finding the hidden words in this collection of themed puzzles, each one presented in easyto-read, largeprint type for ease and pleasure of use. PB 224 pages.
Two books designed by Mensa’s finest puzzle setters to stretch and mould your mind muscle while improving your problem solving skills. Exactly what you need to make your brain healthier, fitter and faster - leading to benefits in all areas of your life. Mensa Test Your IQ PB 288 pages. Ref. E178120 £12.99
Mensa Mind Workout PB 144 pages Ref. E178121 £9.99
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The Scotland Yard Puzzle Book Do you have what it takes to be a Scotland Yard detective? How can a man be in two places at once? How might a murder be committed when no one is seen entering or exiting the house? Can an entire crime be solved with just a suitcase of empty beer bottles? It’s time for you to tackle the conundrums that confounded the best detectives over the years. PB, 272pp. Ref. E184355 £12.99
Wrinklies Puzzle Book As you get older, it becomes increasingly important to keep your brain regularly exercised. This book of mental exercises is designed to offer an engaging way to keep the mind young and supple. 192pp HB. Ref. E173047 £9.99
The Ordnance Survey Puzzle Tour of Britain In The Ordnance Survey Puzzle Tour of Britain you can map your way around Britain in 40 new regional maps,with hundreds of puzzles, mind-boggling brainteasers, navigational tests, word games, codecrackers, anagrams and mathematical conundrums to keep you occupied as you go! PB, 240pp. Ref. E179861 £14.99
Richard Osman’s House of Games Welcome inside the House of Games! Featuring questions based on some of the best-loved rounds from the hit BBC2 show, including Roonerspisims, Venn Will I Be Famous?, Dim Sums and Answer Smash, Richard Osman’s House of Games Quiz Book is the ultimate test of wit, wisdom and imagination. HB, 384pp. Ref. E179860 £14.99
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Grumpy Old Git Quiz Book Discover whether you (or your loved ones) possess the grumpy gene, this quiz book has been devised to gauge your reaction to hundreds of different situations. Points are awarded for each answer, your total score indicates where you rate on the grumpy scale. HB, 192pp. Ref. E174018 £9.99
Bletchley Park Brain Teasers The code breakers of Bletchley Park were united in their love of a good puzzle. If you feel the same, why not dive in, put your mental agility to the test and discover: Would Bletchley Park have recruited YOU? PB, 288pps. Ref. E171791 £12.99
QI: The Book of General Ignorance An indispensable compendium of popular misconceptions, misunderstandings and common mistakes culled from the hit BBC show, QI. The researchers now present a noticeably stouter edition, an indispensable handbook for trivia lovers, pub quiz enthusiasts and general knowledge experts alike. And remember everything you think you know is still wrong. PB, 416pp. Ref. E184394 £8.99
The Telegraph: How to Solve a Cryptic Crossword Have you always wondered how to do a cryptic crossword? Solving one maybe easier than you think thanks to this book. This simple-to-use guide will help you solve any cryptic crossword, whether you’re a complete beginner or a puzzler seeking to expand your knowledge. PB, 240pp. Ref. E184200 £8.99
Daily Mail Big Book of Sudoku Volume 2 Contains over 400 sudoku grids. Whether you’re on the go or at home, these puzzles will challenge your logical thinking and stimulate your brain power. With puzzles ranging from easy to fiendish, this is the ultimate book to keep sudoku fans entertained for hours. PB, 480 Pages. Ref. E184234 £7.99
Daily Mail Pitcherwits Volume 6 A unique cross between crossword and cryptic visual puzzle, Pitcherwits are the Daily Mail’s most popular puzzle, and perfect for crossword fans looking to put their deductive skills to the test! Whether you’re looking for a relaxed evening in or setting off on a long commute, Pitcherwits Volume 6 is the ultimate companion. PB, 240 Pages. Ref. E184245 £8.99
DAILY MAIL QUICK CROSSWORDS VOLUME 3 With 200 grids in a variety of difficulties, these puzzles are sure to put minds of all ages and abilities through their paces. Whether you’re on your daily commute or looking for a way to pass the time, Daily Mail Quick Crosswords 3 is the perfect compilation to keep you occupied. PB, 240 Pages. Ref. E184212 £6.99
Daily Mail Big Book of Cryptic Crosswords Volume 3 With over 200 perplexing cryptic crosswords, you’ll be thinking sideways, every which way and outside of the box to solve these puzzles. Whether you’re a beginner or a puzzle expert, this collection of cryptic crosswords will provide the ultimate entertainment for any spare moment in the day. PB, 464 Pages. Ref. E184223 £7.99
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Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack 2020 The 157th edition of the most famous sports book in the world--published every year since 1864--contains some of the finest sports writing of the year and covers every first-class game in every cricket nation, making it the cricketers’ bible worldwide. HB, 1536pp. Ref. E183697 £55.00
Trains, Planes, Ships and Cars A lavishly illustrated celebration of the golden age of aircraft, cars, ships and locomotives from 1900 to 1941. James Hamilton-Paterson explores the pinnacle of the steam engine, the advent and glory days of the luxury motorcar and the monster vehicles used in land speed records, the marvellous fast ocean liners and the excitement and beauty of increasingly aerodynamic forms of passenger aircraft. HB, 256pp. Ref. E183758 £30.00
On Fire: My Story of England’s Summer to Remember On Fire is Ben Stokes’ brand new book, and in it he tells the story of England’s electrifying first ever Cricket World Cup triumph, as well as this summer’s momentous Ashes Test series. It is the ultimate insider’s account of the most nerveshredding but riveting three-and-a-half months in English cricket history. PB, 320pp.
Niki Lauda: The Biography From his famous rivalry with James Hunt in 1976, as depicted in the film Rush, to working with Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes, his career helped define modern Formula One. Based on interviews with friends, family, rival drivers and colleagues, it is a superb tribute to a brave, supremely talented and much-missed star of Formula One. HB, 384pp.
Four Lions: The Lives and Times of Four Captains Four Lions explores the changing landscape of postwar England through the careers of four iconic England football captains: Billy Wright, Bobby Moore, Gary Lineker and David Beckham. In England, more than any other nation, the man with the captain’s armband has symbolic significance: he embodies the nation. PB, 384pp.
Churchill’s Flawed Decisions One of the most respected and best-loved characters the nation has ever known, based on his leadership during the bleak and dire times of the Second World War. If it wasn’t for him, Britain would almost definitely have lost the war. Yet there was another side to Churchill that is not often spoken of, and one that led to him making some questionable decisions. HB, 192pp.
The Forging of a Very British Legend ‘The epic story of an iconic aircraft and the breathtaking courage of those who flew her’. Former RAF Tornado Navigator, Gulf War veteran and bestselling author John Nichol now tells the inspiring and moving story of this legendary aircraft that took the fight deep into the heart of Nazi Germany. HB, 464pp.
Douglas Bader A legend in his lifetime and remains one today 100 years after his birth. A charismatic leader and fearless pilot he refused to let his loss of both legs in a flying accident ground him. As this perceptive book reveals Bader, the hero, was at times a difficult over-bearing man, no doubt in part due to the pain he suffered. But his strengths far outweighed his weaknesses. PB, 256pp.
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Simon Reeve: Step By Step Simon’s memoir describes how he has journeyed across epic landscapes, dodged bullets on front lines and walked through minefields. In this revelatory account he gives the full story behind some of his favourite expeditions, tracing his own inspiring personal journey from leaving school without qualifications to overcoming some life changing challenges. HB, 336pp. Ref. E177254 £20.00 Tall Tales and Wee Stories In December 2018, after fifty years of belly-laughs, energy and outrage, Billy Connolly announced his retirement from live stand-up comedy. Billy always brought a beautiful sense of the absurd to his shows as he riffed on his family, hecklers, swimming in the North Sea or naked bungee jumping and his unique talent and startling appearance on stage gave him license to say anything he damn well pleased. PB, 336pp. Ref. E183704 £8.99
Britain’s Wartime Evacuees Over eight years of research Gillian Mawson has interviewed hundreds of evacuees from England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Coupled with the extensive newspaper coverage of the day and official documents, families have also allowed her access to the testimony of those who have passed away. PB, 224pp. Ref. E184248 £12.99
How to Repair Everything Whether you need to repair a strap on a favourite handbag or mend a leak in a washing machine, this book is packed full of tips and tricks of the trade for the person who likes to do-ityourself. From quick fixes to permanent solutions that make the item good as new, perfect for anyone who hates the throwaway society. PB, 224pp. Ref. E183755 £8.99
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The Garden of Forgotten Wishes All Marnie wants is somewhere to call home. Mourning lost years spent in a marriage that has finally come to an end, she needs a fresh start and time to heal. Things she hopes to find in the rural west Lancashire village. Marnie remembers her neighbour Ned from her school days but he’s far from the untroubled man she once knew - a recent relationship has left him with a heart as bruised as her own. Can a summer spent gardening help them heal and recapture the forgotten dreams they’ve let get away?. HB, 384pp. Ref. E184347 £12.99
Pam Ayres: Surgically Enhanced Pam Ayres is one of the most widelyadored poets in the land and has become nothing less than a national treasure. Her work is popular with fans of all ages and her wry observations on the peculiarities of modern life will raise a smile from even the most hardened cynic. HB 176pp. Ref. E178465 £14.99
The Real Beatrix Potter The Real Beatrix Potter is a fascinating and revealing biography of one of the world’s most cherished children’s authors. Born into a typically repressed Victorian family it was assumed that Beatrix would achieve little more than finding herself a rich husband, and so there was no point in bothering to educate her. But the Potters underestimated their daughter. Stifled by the lack of stimulation, she educated herself in art, science, and of course a great love of the natural world. PB, 208pp. Ref. E184243 £14.99
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Thrilling Reads Call of the Raven The son of a wealthy plantation owner and a doting mother, Mungo St John is accustomed to the wealth and luxuries his privilege has afforded him. That is until he returns from university to discover his family ruined, his inheritance stolen and his childhood sweetheart, Camilla, taken by the conniving Chester Marion. HB, 432pp. Ref. E183688 £20.00
Many Rivers to Cross DCI Banks Who is the boy, and where did he come from? Then a middle-aged heroin addict is found dead of an overdose in another estate. Banks finds the threads of each case seem to be connected to the other, and to the dark side of organised crime in Eastvale. Does another thread link to his friend Zelda, who is facing her own dark side? PB, 384pp. Ref. E183701 £8.99
Sword of Kings: Book 12 England is in turmoil as Vikings and Saxons battle for territory. Rumours build about the fatal sickness of the King, and the country awaits an heir. A violent clash at sea forces warrior lord Uhtred to lead his men from his Northumbrian fortress to London and plunge into the eye of the storm. Uhtred’s sword will leave one king dead and the other victorious. But sometimes it is hard to know the will of the gods... PB, 400pp.
The Night Fire A judge murdered in a city park, Mickey Haller the Lincoln lawyer, defends the man accused. A homeless person burned alive, Detective Renée Ballard catches the case on the LAPD’s notorious graveyard shift. An unsolved homicide from a lifetime ago, in L.A. crime never sleeps. But in Ballard, Bosch and Haller: the fire always burns.Will it light the way or leave their lives in ashes? PB, 560pp.
Jack Reacher: Blue Moon In a nameless city, two rival criminal gangs are competing for control. But they hadn’t counted on Jack Reacher arriving on their patch. Reacher is trained to notice things. He’s on a Greyhound bus, watching an elderly man sleeping in his seat, with a fat envelope of cash hanging out of his pocket. Another passenger is watching too... hoping to get rich quick. As the mugger makes his move, Reacher steps in.PB, 480pp.
Time for the Dead When forensic scientist Rhona MacLeod returns to her roots on Scotland’s Isle of Skye, a chance encounter in the woods behind a nearby activities centre leads her to what seems to be a crime scene, but without a victim. Could this be linked to a group of army medics who visited the centre while on leave from Afghanistan and can no longer be located on the island? PB, 480pp.
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The Whisper Man Still devastated after the loss of his wife, Tom Kennedy and his young son Jake move to the sleepy village of Featherbank, looking for a much-needed fresh start. But Featherbank has a dark past. Fifteen years ago, a twisted serial killer abducted and murdered five young boys- until he was finally caught, the killer was known as ‘The Whisper Man’. PB, 400pp. Ref. E183694 £8.99
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In Safe Hands When nine children are snatched from a nursery school in South London, their parents have no idea if they will ever see them again. No one in the quiet suburban street saw anything - or at least that’s what they’re saying. But DCI Anna Tate knows that time to find them is quickly running out. PB 368pp. Ref. E176044 £8.99
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The Country Bride Judy Begg has been a loyal servant at Creek Manor and to Jack Fox, its future lord. But just as their childhood friendship blossoms into a secret engagement he abandons her. PB, 496pp. Ref. E183681 £7.99
The Tuppenny Child When Sadie arrives in Ryhope, aged 17, alone, seeking work and a home, she is keeping a secret she is searching for her baby girl who was taken from her at birth. PB, 352pp. Ref. E177302 £8.99 SAVE
Pearl of Pit Lane Pearl is left in the care of her aunt who supplements their meagre income with men willing to pay for her company., but as Pearl grows older Annie is forced to ask her the unthinkable. PB, 336pp. Ref. E178856 £6.99
A Village Scandal It was her wedding day, so why did Daisy feel the cold fingers of fear run down her spine? On the evening of their wedding, amid the festivities, Jay disappears. Daisy doesn’t know if Jay is dead or alive. PB, 512pp.
Belle of the Back Streets Meg plies her trade along the back streets when she catches the eye of charming Clarky. She might have found a protector and a chance of happiness. But is Clarky really what he seems? PB, 400pp. Ref. E179740 £8.99
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Christmas with the Shipyard Girls Book 7 Polly’s fiancé has finally returned home from the front line. Helen’s sights are set on breaking the yard’s production record, and Rosie’s little sister has turned up unannounced. PB, 528 pages. Workhouse Nightingale On the streets and pregnant, Dora’s future looks bleak but can a girl from a workhouse ever achieve anything, let alone become one of Florence Nightingale’s nurses? PB, 400pp. Ref. E179737 £6.99
Frontline Nurses On Duty When war is declared in 1914, Leonora and her best friend head to Calais to volunteer with the First Aid Nursing Yeomanry. But Leonora is torn between doing her duty and love... PB, 386pp. Ref. E178871 £6.99
Workhouse Girl Patty has come a long way in life - she now has a coveted position in the kitchens at Freeman’s Department store in Liverpool, and her flair for it has caught the attention of the store owner... PB, 400pp. Ref. E178865 £6.99
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Triumph of the Shipyard Girls Rosie is just about managing to keep her double life hidden from little sister Charlotte’s prying eyes. But Charlotte senses something is up and, with a secret this big, the truth is bound to come out. PB, 464 pages. Ref. E180860 £7.99
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The Shop Girls of Harpers When Sally, Beth, Margaret and Rachel meet at a job interview for the wonderful new store in Oxford Street they have no idea they will become lifelong friends. Join them as they overcome heartbreak and grief, find love and happiness and remain united in their friendship, whatever life throws at them. PB, 322 pages. Ref. E183683 £12.99
Liverpool Daughter August 1940: As the Luftwaffe swarm over Liverpool, Shane Quinn decides to move his family back to the safety of Ireland. But his only child, the beautiful Dana, would rather stay and serve her country than flee to a foreign land. Determined to make it on her own, she joins the WAAF with newfound pals Patty and Lucy. There’s plenty of excitement to be had on a RAF station, even a chance or two at love. PB, 400pp. Ref. E178857 £7.99
A Mother’s Love Liverpool, 1940: The death of her mother and the increase in air raids leaves Ellie alone and in grave danger. PB, 448pp. Ref. E179755 £7.99
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Love and Marriage at Harpers The shop girls of Harpers Emporium on Oxford Street are happy in their work and their lives. United by the suffragette cause and now living under one roof, some will find love and marriage whilst others experience heartache and tears. Harpers is the bond that holds them together, bringing strength through hardship and pain and friendship and love. PB, 324pp. Ref. E183684 £8.99
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Mother and Child Almost two years ago, Jo and Ian’s only child, Paul, died in an accident. Haunted by the death of her son, Jo catches a glimpse of a young boy in a magazine who resembles Paul. Reading the article, she learns of a tragedy in India... But it moves her so deeply she is inspired to embark on a trip where she will learn about unimaginable pain and suffering. PB, 400pp. Ref. E178875 £7.99
The Foundling School for Girls When Dinah’s mother walks out, her father, drunk as usual, forces himself on her. Finding herself pregnant, she runs away and is taken into the care of a group of nuns who have been tasked with setting up a school to help the lost girls of Durham. PB 416pp Ref. E178103 £6.99
A Widow’s Hope Ten years after the death of her husband, Faith is surprised to see her brother-in-law Rob, return to their small Durham town. For Faith, the resemblance he bears to his brother is a painful reminder of all she has lost. PB, 256pp. Ref. E178861 £6.99
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Girls in Tin Hats Two very different girls from this tight-knit community join up as ARP wardens to do their bit for the Home Front.Violet Simms lives with her controlling, widowed mother who runs the local pawn shop and Grace Templeton is the eldest in her family of ten children.The war will have long-lasting effects on every family.The girls’ lives will be changed forever by friendship and love, by tragedy and joy. PB, 432pp. Ref. E183677 £7.99
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The Bobby Girls Maggie and her new friends Annie, Irene and Sarah have all signed up for the Women Police Volunteers. They can’t wait to show the men just what they’re made of but soon, Maggie realises she’s in over her head and hiding her involvement with the WPV from her tyrannous father, life is becoming ever more difficult. PB, 336pp. Ref. E178867 £8.99 SAVE
The Bobby Girls Secrets: Book 2 Best friends Irene, Maggie and Annie are proud members of the newly renamed Women’s Police Service. But out of the blue, Irene is given the opportunity to be stationed near an army barracks in Grantham, Lincolnshire. What could possibly go wrong? It turns out, plenty. PB, 368pp. Ref. E183685 £6.99
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A Precious Gift When Holly’s overbearing grandfather tries to force her to marry a widower twice her age, she says no. As she begins nurse training in the local hospital, she meets the dashing Doctor Parkin. Kind and compassionate, he is everything Holly has ever dreamed of. PB, 528pp. Ref. E183679 £7.99
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A Maiden’s Voyage Eighteen-year-old Flora has the prized position of lady’s maid to young Constance Ogilvie. But Flora’s life is turned upside down when her mistress’s father dies in a tragic accident. PB 416pp. Ref. E178627 £7.99
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Coming Home Daughters of to Liverpool Liverpool Arriving back in her Alice has given birth hometown after spending to a baby girl outside time training in New of wedlock. After York, Maud can’t wait to Head Nurse Ada put her new-found skills informs her she can to the test. But in a city return to the hospital, built and run by men she she has to decide must work hard to be where her heart truly accepted. Whilst her nurse lies and what is best friends welcome her back for her and baby with open arms there are Victoria. others who do not wish PB 384pp. her well, PB, 400pp. Ref. E178099 Ref. E179365 £6.99 SAVE
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Victory for the Shipyard Girls: Book 5 With the war showing no sign of abating, Helen is thriving in her role as shipyard manager. But the return of her father brings a shocking discovery that tears her family apart. Gloria is shouldering the burden of a terrible secret. PB, 432pp. Ref. E176026 £7.99 SAVE
Courage of the Shipyard Girls: Book 6 Polly’s sweetheart Tommy has been declared missing although there is no certainty that he is dead. Polly needs her friends more than ever, and the other women welders are ready to rally around her. PB, 480pp. Ref. E176024 £7.99
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The Abandoned Daughter Nurse Ella is haunted by the soldiers’ cries on the battlefields of Dieppe, and when her friend Jim breaks her trust, Ella is left bruised and heartbroken. PB, 432pp. Ref. E179741 £6.99 SAVE
The Wronged Daughter The loss of Mag’s mother, doubt about her fiancé and an aching blow of betrayal leaves her reeling. PB, 400pp. Ref. E178870 £7.99
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The Stolen Child When Stella is discovered holding a shard of broken glass near her baby, she is taken to the local asylum, but she becomes convinced that the baby the nurses have given to her is not her William. Is Stella losing her mind, or is it true that a mother will always know her own child? PB, 432pp. Ref. E178866 £7.99
The Variety Girls After the death of her father, Jessie is forced to live with her bullying aunt. When she’s cast as one of the Variety Girls in a new show, Jessie realizes following her dreams on stage will mean being separated from her sweetheart, Harry. PB, 400pp. Ref. E178859 £6.99
Rich Girl, Poor Girl Rosalie has a life of comfort and wealth. Polly has a life of grinding poverty; after losing their mothers, fate brings the two girls together. PB, 528pp. Ref. E179742 £6.99
Four Sisters When their father is hit by a horse and critically injured the sisters have no way of knowing what has happened to him... PB, 368pp. Ref. E178864 £6.99
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The Crofter’s Daughter The law dictates it’s Mairi’s scholarly brother Ian who will inherit the farm. The next best thing might be to marry a farmer - Jack could be the perfect answer, or there’s Robin, her brother’s best friend. But then comes the outbreak of the Great War... PB, 384pp. Ref. E178877 £6.99
The Spitfire Sisters When war is declared again, Daisy, her friends and her family - at home and across the Channel - will find their bravery and strength tested to the very limits in their determination to save their country. And, they have learned one of the most valuable lessons of all: true love will find a way... PB, 528pp. Ref. E178862 £7.99
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Spring Comes to Emmerdale As World War 1 peters to a close the families of Emmerdale are trying their best to move on from tragedy while the effects of the conflict still resonate throughout Beckindale. Though grief and loss permeate the village, the inhabitants are finding independence and the chance to make their own happiness even opening themselves up to find love. HB,336pp. Ref. E179773 £12.99
Daughter of the Tide Before the outbreak of WWll, handsome sailor Ewan falls in love with Minn’s fragile beauty and enchanting singing voice. But they are separated when Ewan embarks to France and though the two always seem to find their way back together, fate always steps in to intervene. PB, 400pp.
Homecoming The war has ended and peace finally declared, but the news brings mixed emotions. Devastated that her husband Jim will not be coming home for Christmas after Peggy has longed for them to be together again, war will have profoundly changed their marriage. Can they rekindle the loving, close relationship they’d shared before? PB, 400pp.
A Mother’s Grace Grace escapes her unsavoury and bullying father to train to be a nun. But when she meets the dashing and devout Father Luke her world is turned upside down. PB 464pp.
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The Mistletoe Seller It’s Christmas Eve. Flurries of snow fall on the cobbled streets of Whitechapel and an abandoned baby, swaddled in a blanket, is found on a doorstep in Angel Lane. Named after the street on which she was found, Angel Winter was blessed to be taken from the harsh streets into a loving home. But fate deals a cruel blow and she’s torn from the only family she has ever known and thrown onto the cobbles of Covent Garden to fend for herself. PB, 544pp. Ref. E178593 £7.99
A Sister’s Obsession Since the death of their mother, Beatrice has been insufferably dominating, taking over the running of the house and ruling the family and servants with an iron hand. Rosie, her sister, is finding it hard to cope with the possessive nature of her elder sibling - what is she to do? PB, 432pp. Ref. E178549 £6.99
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The Bluebird Girls Rainey, Ivy and Bea all love to sing in a choir, but when war breaks out dreams must be put on hold. That is, until a mysterious stranger arrives with a proposition that just might change their lives. PB, 352pp. Ref. E179743 £6.99
The Blessed Child After Nessie’s mother is murdered and her father abandons them, she soon attracts the attention of her lecherous landlord,. When her fragile young brother’s health deteriorates, she meets Dr. Dorsey... PB, 448 pp. Ref. E178107 £7.99
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A Daughter’s Journey Jo Melling has arrived in Birch End from Australia, still grieving her father’s recent death. She’s not intending to stay long, but after tracking down her family, Jo becomes more involved in village life than she could ever have imagined and she’s suddenly in danger too. HB, 368pp Ref. E179757 £8.99
Nettie’s Secret by Dilly Court While Nettie is sewing night and day to keep food on the table, her gullible father has trusted the wrong man again. With virtually nothing but the clothes they stand up in, he’s convinced that their only hope lies across the English Channel in France. Even far from home trouble follows them, with their enemies quietly drawing closer. But Nettie has a secret, and it’s one with the power to save them. PB 528pp. Ref. E178094 £7.99
The Sister’s Secret Secrets, romance, drama and triumph in the wake of a bitter tragedy. Can Rowan Sykes hide the truth to protect those she loves? Find out more in book 5 in the Families of Farley Terrace Saga. PB, 522pp. Ref. E175617 £6.99
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The Match Girl Sixteen-year-old Lottie Perkins has an important decision to make! Conditions at the match factory she works at are dire, but then a young female journalist begins to ask questions. Will Lottie and the other girls welcome her help? PB 352pp. Ref. E178548 £8.99
The Liverpool Nightingales In Victorian Liverpool the first Nurses’ Home opens its doors to a desperate city. One act of kindness will change a young woman’s life forever as on the dirty backstreets of Liverpool when housemaid Maud Linklater witnesses an appalling accident. PB 416pp. Ref. E176034 £6.99
Judy A Dog In a Million The impossibly moving story of how Judy,World War Two’s only animal POW, brought hope in the midst of hell. Judy’s uncanny ability to sense danger, matched with her quickthinking and impossible daring saved countless lives. PB, 384 Pages. Ref. E176038 £9.99
Fabulous Finn The Brave Police Dog PC Dave Wardell and his dog, PD Finn were trying to apprehend a robbery suspect when he attacked them and Finn was stabbed with a ten-inch knife. Finn no doubt saved Dave’s life, but the race was on to try and save Finn’s. PB, 336 pages Ref. E176039 £9.99
A Mother’s Promise When Hetty Huggins made a promise to her dying mother that she would look after the family, little did she know how difficult this would be. Hetty is determined and dreams of setting up her own business so her family will never starve or want for a roof over their heads. PB 592pp. Ref. E177285 £7.99
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Blue Butterflies Crystal Art Kit Crystal Art is a hugely addictive hobby that enables you to craft your own beautiful pieces of sparkly wall art. This kit depicting blue butterflies has all you need to create your own artwork, with canvas mounted on wooden frame, crystals, pick-up pen and full instructions included. Size 11.8 x 11.8” (30x30cms). Ref. E177450 £24.99
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Heartache for the Shop Girls Summer 1942. Beryl’s husband Les returns from North Africa a changed man. Gladys worries for her own fiancé’s safety. Marlow’s is losing staff to the war effort and Lily’s young man, Jim, is torn over where his duty lies. Intrigue follows...PB, 400pp. Ref. E183700 £7.99
Creative Best Dressed Pets Animal-loving colorists will adore these 31 illustrations, which feature a fashionable array of unusually pampered pets. The well-dressed dogs and cats are occasionally accompanied by a pot-bellied pig, duckling, bunny, or pony. PB, 64pp. Ref. E183670 £4.49
Teacup Kitty 500-Piece Jigsaw A cute kitty, vintage tea cups and a glorious floral print! What’s not to love? This image was inspired by social media feedback and brings a fresh new feel to a classic puzzle theme. Size 19 x 14” (49 x 36cms). Ref. E179515 £11.99
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Hare Needle Felt Kit Craft your way to happiness with this kit containing everything required to make a pretty resting hare. As the perfect introduction to an ancient craft, it includes wool, foam work pad, needles, glass eyes and instructions. Size 11” (28cms), gift boxed. Ref. E177803 £24.99