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One of my biggest frustrations is trying to keeping all those kitchen gadget accessories organised and together. Beaters, blades and discs end up rattling around drawers or getting lost in the back of cabinets. The Kenwood offers a simple but effective solution with the kMix Hand Mixer. The sleek retro styled mixer stands in a simple plastic base with an integrated cord wrap and four columns to neatly hold each of the beaters. Besides the handy organisation, the kMix also features 400 watts of power, five speeds and a rubber handle for a firm, secure grip. A practical solution that keeps everything together while not taking up extra space, the kMix Hand Mixer is ready to use whenever you are. Power and function in a retro glamour form, the Kenwood HM792 kMix Hand Mixer is £39.95 from John Lewis.
Kenwood HM792 kMix Hand Mixer - £39.95
Posted by Kate on September 1, 2008 12:00 AM
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Serving a beautifully prepared meal is often a matter of timing. If you're making a complex meal, it can be tricky keeping track of several dishes at once. These brightly coloured timers offer a handy reminder whether you're cooking up a storm or simply playing with the kids. These large disc timers stick neatly to the fridge or other metal surfaces like steel splash-backs. Their flat design makes the timers easy to clean, while the vibrant colours are easy find at a quick glance. A modern design that doesn't get lost amongst kitchen clutter, these magnetic kitchen timers are available for £8 from Emma Bridgewater.
Red Magnetic Kitchen Timer - £8
Blue Magnetic Kitchen Timer - £8
Green Magnetic Kitchen Timer - £8
Pink Magnetic Kitchen Timer - £8
Posted by Kate on September 2, 2008 12:08 AM
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Perfect for those that like to nurse a slow drink in the summer sun, these unusual cubes ensure your drink isn't watered down by melting ice. Mined in Sweden, these cubes are made from natural pollution-free stone. You just pop them in the freezer for an hour before use, and when finished give them a quick rinse before returning them to their leather pouch. A great gift for someone who has everything, the rough stone finish brings a captivating richness to quiet drinks and charms guests at cocktail parties. Bringing new meaning to “On the rocks”, a set of ten Nordic Rock Ice Cubes are £15.99 from Mocha.uk.com.
Nordic Rock Ice Cubes - £15.99
Posted by Kate on September 3, 2008 12:05 AM
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If you're a fan of home grown veg, you'll know that it doesn't look quite so pretty when pulled straight out of the ground, but it's only a few minutes to clean off that rich earth to reveal the tasty jewels of your garden. For quite sometime I've been looking for a really good brush that cleans well and can be cleaned easily itself. With the Scrrub Brush, I've finally found one I want to get my hands on. Featuring large silicone bristles, dirt and bits shouldn't get trapped between them, while their unique design offers you a unexpected level of control. You can scrub your robust veg like carrots and potatoes harder than you do delicate fruits simply by changing the direction you are scrubbing from clockwise to anti-clockwise. Recommended for removing pesticides, dirt, wax, and baked on foods the Scrrub Brush is £4.99 from Lakeland.
Scrrub Brush - £4.99
Posted by Kate on September 4, 2008 12:07 AM
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The Swan Act 2 Hand Towel offers a cute solution to keep your tea towel both close at hand and out of your way. The elegant ballerina dances across your counters and around your plates, her draped skirt sweeping water away as she goes. Her arching arms make a convenient loop, perfect for quickly popping over cupboard handles when something calls your attention, and at the end of the day our tired ballerina returns to her partner's arms; neatly hanging from the wall. A charming modern design, the Swan Act 2 Hand Towel Holder is £17.00 from Panik-Design, with ballerinas available in Orange and Pale Green.
Swan Act 2 Hand Towel Holder - £17.00
Posted by Kate on September 5, 2008 12:02 AM
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Posted by Kate on September 8, 2008 12:09 AM
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Everyone wants to get the best flavour out of their wine, but after a long tiring day at work you don't always have a few hours to wait while it breathes. However with these amazing new glasses from Eisch, your wine is ready in mere minutes! Raved about by wine connoisseurs, these glasses use a special formula glass that the improves the 'nose' of your wine transforms it in minutes. Rather than leave it sat in a decanter for a couple of hours, you can pour glasses straight from the bottle and enjoy them at their best flavour in minutes. Even if it's just a special offer bottle from Tesco, you may as well get the most out of your evening tipple. It even improves the taste of other spirits and fruit juices. A great way to savour and enjoy wine, even if life is busy and rushed, a set of two Breathable Wine Glasses are £24.99 from iwantoneofthose.com.
Two Breathable Wine Glasses - £24.99
Posted by Kate on September 9, 2008 12:06 AM
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These trendy new storage containers from Next, bring a friendly, home feel to contemporary design. The simple shapes of the ceramic container offer a clean minimalist style that is softened by the curved base and wooden lids. They use rich green stripes to give them a modern feel, but they are hand-painted bringing it a casual and relaxed character. Finally each container is labelled in a handwritten font, Sugar, Tea, Bread & Coffee. A fabulous modern set with a warm welcoming charm, Next offer the Bread Bin for £35 and the Set of Three Canisters for £24.
Next Canister Set - £24
Next Bread Bin - £35
Posted by Kate on September 10, 2008 12:09 AM
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Sometimes even the best cooks find simple things tricky. If you dread serving up pancakes and omelettes this new egg pan may save the day. The cast aluminium pan features dipped sides that make it easier to slide carefully prepared food neatly onto the plate. With a double helping of non-stick coating, there is no more sticking and tearing making every step quick and easy. A fantastic end to broken, manhandled and butchered meals, the new Egg Pan helps your food look as good as it tastes. Available for £18.99 from Lakeland, the Egg Pan is dishwasher-safe and suitable for all hobs including induction.
Egg Pan - £18.99
Posted by Kate on September 11, 2008 12:00 AM
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If you have trouble getting your kids excited about cooking, these bright characters can lend a helping hand. This mini-army of posable figures will bring fun and creativity to baking and cooking. Each soft silicone figure features a different utensil head and can stand on it's own feet. The bright colours make it easy for children to tell the tools apart, while making them engaging and attractive. The collection includes a pink half-cup measuring cup, orange spatula, purple stirring spoon, blue basting brush & a lime green whisk. A Utensil collection that will inspire the whole family, the Head Chef Utensils are £7.95 each from Colloco.co.uk.
Head Chef Utensils - £7.95
Posted by Kate on September 12, 2008 12:06 AM
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Elegance can be hard to define. How does simplicity manage to inspire and enchant? What transforms a single line into sweeping sophistication? However it works, Jasper Conran has managed to capture this elusive magic in his Strata China and Aura Glassware. With perfectly balanced proportions and beautiful sweeping lines, Conran has created an alluring and captivating tableware collection. Produced by Wedgwood, Strata is made from fine bone china for a contemporary glamour. Handcrafted in Ireland by Waterford Crystal, the Aura Glassware reveals the fine beauty of crystal in its simple design. Available from John Lewis, the Jasper Conran Tableware defines and inspires modern elegance.
Waterford Crystal Jasper Conran Aura Long Drink Glasses, Set of 2 - £65
Waterford Crystal Jasper Conran Aura Tumblers, Set of 2 - £65
Wedgwood Jasper Conran White 18cm Embossed Strata Plate - £15
Wedgwood Jasper Conran White 23cm Embossed Strata Plate - £18
Wedgwood Jasper Conran White 27cm Embossed Strata Plate - £18
Wedgwood Jasper Conran White 18cm Embossed Strata Plate - £31
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Posted by Kate on September 15, 2008 12:04 AM
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I've been holding on to this item for months now, impatiently waiting for somewhere to start selling the line so I could share it with you. Now available from Amazon.co.uk, these sleek modern utensils will add a professional sparkle to your kitchen. Rather than hiding your tools in a messy drawer, the S-Line Utensils are designed to hang on a wall mounted bar. Ever practical, I love that this design is so easy to clean. The sharp clean lines leave no corners or crevices for dirt and grease to collect in. With a quick swipe of the cloth it should be clean and you're ready to move on. The Utensils themselves feature chunky sweeping handles each with a small notch in the handle. The set includes a soup ladle, spatula, vegetable spoon, meat fork & skimmer. Decorative and functional the Brabantia S-Line Utensils keep everything neat and close at hand for £83.10 from Amazon.co.uk.
Brabantia S-Line Utensils - £83.10
Posted by Kate on September 16, 2008 12:06 AM
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I've seen the Indesit BAAN134 on plenty of websites, but most fail to mention my favourite feature. I mean you expect an A+ energy rating and anti-bacterial protection on a modern appliance, but how many then help manage family life? The clever designers at Indesit know that the Fridge is an important appliance the whole family uses. Around the country you'll find fridge freezers covered in everything from football fixtures and theatre tickets to photos and post-it notes. In an effort to reduce the clutter and paper, Indesit has created a special finish for the BAAN134. Now you can write your notes straight on to the fridge door. So unleash your creativity and decorate your kitchen with doodles, love notes, phone numbers and quick messages – and when life moves on a quick wipe will leave you a clean canvas for future works. A simple addition that make you wonder 'why didn't I think of that?', the Indesit Graffiti BAAN134 Fridge Freezer is £264 at Boots Kitchen Appliances and Sainsbury's Kitchen Appliances (depending which clubcard you like better!)
Indesit Graffiti BAAN134 Fridge Freezer (Boots) - £264
Indesit Graffiti BAAN134 Fridge Freezer (Sainsbury's) - £264
Posted by Kate on September 17, 2008 12:06 AM
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Some times you just want something simple, uncluttered that does its job, which is a perfect description for the Oxo Good Grips Folding Cutting Board. The polypropylene board is hard-wearing, odour resistant and protects the sharp blade of your knives. The black non-slip edges provide a stable surface for showing off your flashy knife skills, and when finished it pops straight in the dishwasher. Best of all the Good Grip Cutting Board folds in half, directing all your ingredients neatly into the pan. Small and compact, efficient and durable the Oxo Good Grips Folding Cutting Board is just what every kitchen wants. Available in two sizes from Lakeland, the Small Board is 26.5x 38cm while the Large Board is 38 x 53cm.
Small Board - £9.99
Large Board - £15.99
The Small Good Grips Chopping Board (10.5 x 15in) is also $14.99 from Amazon.com.
Posted by Kate on September 18, 2008 12:07 AM
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There is an English custom often performed at the celebration of weddings and births. After the celebratory toast, the champagne cork is saved and a slit is cut in the bottom. Then a silver coin minted that year is pressed into the cork, creating a good luck charm and keepsake of the life changing moment. Having grown up with these strange charms hidden away in my Mum's jewellery box, they gained a special magic and excitement. So when I saw this charming Champagne Cruet Set, it's no surprise that they capture that same mystery and allure. Elegant and quirky, each silver-plated shaker has the iconic champagne cork shape. Carefully detailed, each shaker is capped with the traditional crinkled top in which is the holes are drilled. A brilliant gift for those special occasions, the unique Champagne Cruet Set will become a memorable keepsake that will be cherished by family for years. Presented in a gift box with a special postcard and mini whisk gift tag, the Champagne Cruet Set is £26 from NotontheHighStreet.com
Also available at Lakeland for £21.99.
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Posted by Kate on September 19, 2008 12:01 AM
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Retro is often used to describe today's trendy styles, but that can include a huge range of designs. Here Marks & Spencer have captured a hip fifties style in their Retro Storage Collection. Featuring a quirky tea pot print, these containers offer a unique graphic style that complements today's modern kitchens. Accented in a bold rich teal, the collection mixes with this season's hottest colours, blending sophisticated kitsch with modern chic. Fashionable graphic design with classic character the Marks & Spencer Retro Collection includes cake tins, tea towels, storage jars and a utensil jar.
Small Retro Storage Jar -£7.50
Large Retro Storage Jar -£9.50
Retro Utensil Jar - £7.50
Set of 2 Cake Tins - £7.50
Set of 3 Cotton Tea Towels - £7.50
Posted by Kate on September 22, 2008 12:07 AM
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Royal Doulton is well known for their beautiful china and tableware, but these are not the only fabulous designs they offer. Terence Conran has created dramatic contemporary chopping boards perfect for taking to the table. Each board features a serrated surface that prevents items from slipping or twisting as you cut, while the large groove around the edge of the board makes it easy to pick up. The round board even collects those ever important juices in the outside ring. Made from a beautiful American Oak and given an oil finish, these boards are practical both in the kitchen and on the table. Another example of British Design, the Royal Doulton Terence Conran Chopping Boards are available from The Cotswold Company.
Square Terence Conran Chopping Board - £14.95
Round Terence Conran Chopping Board - £29.95
Posted by Kate on September 23, 2008 12:11 AM
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This season we've seen a chic modern palette of aubergine and teal across many trendy homewares collections. In large prints and blocks of solid colour these vibrant tones create a contemporary sophistication. Marks & Spencer's have used these and other fabulous colours for these stylish wine glasses. Available in the traditional bowl shape and a modern conical design, these glasses offer a splash of sensual colour upon clear slender stems. Whether you want a matching set or a riot of colour across your table, these fashionable glasses will make a trendy table place setting. Rich colour in muted tones, the Marks & Spencer Wine Glasses are available in luxurious Amber, Smoke, Red, Soft Blue, Black and Berry Red.
M&S Coloured Maxim Wine Glass - £2.50
M&S Coloured Conical Wine Glass - £3.50
Posted by Kate on September 24, 2008 12:05 AM
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I love products that tempt children into the kitchen, transforming daily chores into fun family activities. However with the new Miniamo range, I think I'd be tempted to keep some of these cute utensils for myself. Perfectly sized for little hands, the Miniamo utensils make kitchen success much easier for burgeoning chefs. Each utensil is made from brightly coloured melamine and silicone, making them both durable and engaging for kids. Unlike cheap toys however, these Miniamo utensils feature natural wood handles that add a genuine quality kids will respond to. The Kitchen Brights Set includes two orange spatulas, a green whisk, and four light blue measuring spoons, while the Green mixing bowl is available separately. A fabulous addition to the family kitchen, the Miniamo Kitchen Brights Collection is available from Lakeland.
Miniamo Kitchen Brights Set - £9.99
Miniamo Green Mini Mixing Bowl - £6.99
Posted by Kate on September 25, 2008 12:02 AM
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When I started my first design job I used to love flipping through the Pantone colour book. It held the promise of fabulous future designs in any colour you could imagine. Apparently I'm not the only one with this strange attraction to the Pantone colour system. Starting with a wide range of mugs, Pantone created the Pantone Universe which brings the colour charts to life through clever new products. I love the new Typhoon Pantone Crushgrind Mill which gives unique shape to the bold strong colours. The number on the colour label identifies exactly what shade each mill is, while creating an interesting band around the bottom. Made from high-gloss biodegradable plastic and a 25yr warranty, the Crushgrind Mill will be seasoning your meals for years to come. Perfect for passionate designers, the Typhoon Pantone Crushgrind Mill is just £15 from Heals.
Typhoon Pantone Black Mill - £15
Typhoon Pantone Green Mill - £15
Typhoon Pantone Blue Mill - £15
Typhoon Pantone Red Mill - £15
Typhoon Pantone Pink Mill - £15
Posted by Kate on September 25, 2008 10:45 PM
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If you fell in love with the Pantone Mills we found last week we've got one more surprise for you. Heals is expecting the new Typhoon Pantone Canisters to arrive soon! Here the bold strong colours make it easy to quickly identify different jars, while retaining a united modern design. A brilliant way to keep things organised and add a splash of colour to your kitchen, the ceramic Typhoon Pantone Cansiters are available to order from Heals.
Typhoon Pantone Black Canister - £15
Typhoon Pantone Green Canister - £15
Typhoon Pantone Blue Canister - £15
Typhoon Pantone Red Canister - £15
Typhoon Pantone Pink Canister - £15
Posted by Kate on September 26, 2008 12:09 AM
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As the weather turns colder and the days get longer, you may start wishing you could jet off to some where interesting and exciting. Indulge these dreams with these artistic glasses that will inspire you while you relax with a cool after-work drink. The four small glasses are each etched with a familiar skyline from one of the worlds most fashionable cities. Designed by Nicci Green, views of London, New York, Paris & San Francisco are captured in a loose sketch style. A great addition to your drinks cabinet, the Citi Skyline Glasses are even made from recycled glass. Available online from the Design Museum Shop, a set of four Citi Skyline Glasses is £24.00.
Set of Four Citi Skyline Glasses - £24.00
Posted by Kate on September 30, 2008 12:01 AM
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