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Heart Glitter Foam Stickers Value Pack

These shimmering heart craft stickers are here to put a sparkly spin on all your crafty makes! Children will be delighted with the pretty shapes in this pack of Heart Glitter Foam Stickers, perfect for adding a bit of glitzy magic to all kinds of Valentine’s projects. The foam designs are peel-and-stick making it extra easy to get stuck in.

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Heart Glitter Foam Stickers Value Pack

Heart Self-Inking Stampers

Put your personal stamp on all your clever crafts with these lovely Heart Self-inking Stampers! Children will be mesmerised by these portable printers and their ability to bring them along wherever they go!

Our Price €7.20 Per Pack of 12

Heart Self-Inking Stampers

Love Bugs Foam Stickers

Catch the love bug this Valentine’s Day and get stuck in to your next crafty make! These little Love Bug Foam Stickers will add a special touch from cupid’s arrow. Use across cards, invitations, notebooks, signs and decorations, or design a lovely scene with butterflies, ladybirds, dragonflies and more - take a fresh sheet of card and peel-and-stick the motifs to create your very own work of art.

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Love Bugs Foam Stickers

Heart Wooden Painting Stones

Wooden you love to liven up these hearts of stone? Our beautiful Heart Wooden Painting Stones can be painted with Deco pens or acrylic paint from your kit and personalised by writing a little message or drawing a dazzling design or doodle - the options are endless, just use your imagination!

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Heart Wooden Painting Stones

Easter Egg Wooden Decorations

It’s the most EGGcellent time of the year to get your creative cap on and get crafting! This assortment of Easter Egg Wooden Decorations are looking a bit dull and need your help - they’ve been left blank so you can gather up your favourite colouring tools and add a splash of colour and flair to these wooden crafts!

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Easter Egg Wooden Decorations

Heart Dotty Art Decorations

Stuck for Valentine’s Day decoration ideas? Get stuck into this clever kit for inspiration that will warm the heart! Our Heart Dotty Art Decorations are a great way for developing hand-eye coordination and colour recognition in small children - each one can be completed by matching the dot stickers to their correct positions

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Heart Dotty Art Decorations

Love Bear Foam Stickers

Add a BEARy special touch to all your projects with these Love Bear Foam Stickers! With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, the love theme is perfect for adding these craft and scrapbook stickers to Valentine’s cards.

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Love Bear Foam Stickers

Rainbow Heart Glitter Foam Stickers

Add a sparkly spin to all your crafty makes with our Rainbow Heart Glitter Foam Stickers! Children will be delighted with the pretty rainbow coloured hearts in this pack, perfect for adding a bit of glitzy magic to all kinds of Valentine’s or Mother’s Day projects.

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Rainbow Heart Glitter Foam Stickers

Heart Wreath Kits

This Valentine’s Day, hang your heart on your door and check out these crafts we have in store! These love-inspired decorations are sure to raise a smile! This lovely Heart Wreath kit comes with all the colourful peel-and-stick pieces you need to create the most welcoming door decoration around.

Our Price €8.65 Per Pack of 3

Heart Wreath Kits

Red Pinks & Purple Metallic Card

Pick up a pack of shiny Valentine’s Day inspiration with this colourful craft card essential! Add a metallic touch to all your crafts with our Red, Pink & Purple Metallic A4 Card.

Our Price €7.20 Per Pack of 20

Red Pinks & Purple Metallic Card

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FREE Gift With Purchase This Valentine's at The Jewel Hut

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Get FREE Standard Delivery on All Orders at Wedgwood

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Wonderlust Emerald Forest Teacup & Saucer

Take a walk in fantastical nature as you take a sip of your favourite brew from this Wonderlust Emerald Forest Teacup & Saucer. Fine bone china features this vivid green and black print inspired by the eclectic mix of English flora and fauna.

Our Price £59.00

Wonderlust Emerald Forest Teacup & Saucer

Vera Wang Duchesse Champagne Flute, Set of 2

Simple and elegant, these pair of crystal champagne toasting flutes from the Vera Wang Duchesse collection will make your celebrations even more special.

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Vera Wang Duchesse Champagne Flute, Set of 2

Wonderlust Blue Pagoda 3 Piece Set

The Wonderlust Blue Pagoda 3 Piece Set is a statement piece for your own home or as a striking gift.

Our Price £175.00

Wonderlust Blue Pagoda 3 Piece Set

Wonderlust Mug, Set of 2

Take a journey around the world with the Wonderlust collection, an eclectic mix of treasured gifts all inspired by the wonders of travelling from Europe through Asia.

Our Price £70.00

Wonderlust Mug, Set of 2

Renaissance Gold 4 Piece Set

Prepare to express yourself every day with the bold patterns and rich colours of Renaissance Gold. Steeped in Wedgwood heritage, this collection adds a Midas touch to your casual breakfast or sit-down dinner with its sumptuous gold gilding and indulgent, expressive motifs.

Our Price £155.00

Renaissance Gold 4 Piece Set

Arris 4 Piece Set

Combining luxury and contemporary style, Wedgwood’s Arris collection showcases an intricate hexagonal gold pattern with an ‘Arabian Nights’ design influence on fine bone china including opulent gold rims designed for stylish dining for any entertaining occasion.

Our Price £140.00

Arris 4 Piece Set

Wonderlust Emerald Forest Teacup & Saucer

Take a walk in fantastical nature as you take a sip of your favourite brew from this Wonderlust Emerald Forest Teacup & Saucer.

Our Price £59.00

Wonderlust Emerald Forest Teacup & Saucer

Wonderlust Blue Pagoda 3 Piece Set

The Wonderlust Blue Pagoda 3 Piece Set is a statement piece for your own home or as a striking gift.

Our Price £175.00

Wonderlust Blue Pagoda 3 Piece Set

Renaissance Gold 4 Piece Set

Prepare to express yourself every day with the bold patterns and rich colours of Renaissance Gold. Steeped in Wedgwood heritage, this collection adds a Midas touch to your casual breakfast or sit-down dinner with its sumptuous gold gilding and indulgent, expressive motifs.

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Hibiscus 4 Piece Set

The Hibiscus collection is inspired by an archive pattern dating back to 1810 and features a striking design of oriental blue hues and lavish botanical detail focused on the hibiscus flower, all skilfully hand-lined in gold for an elegant, opulent finish.

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Hibiscus 4 Piece Set

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World Cancer Day - How Online Checkouts Can Provide A Lifeline For Charity Fundraising

Written by PrioryDirect on . Posted in Awin, Business Services (B2B), Business Services (B2B), Office, Office, UK

February 4th 2022 is World Cancer Day, an opportunity for us all to recognise the importance of cancer charities, raise awareness and funds, and make a difference for those who are working tirelessly to ensure we have the best opportunities for our futures to fight the second-leading cause of death worldwide[1].

You don’t need us to remind you about the impact that the coronavirus pandemic has had on all of us on a personal and professional level over the last two years - with so many industries hit particularly hard with the fallout of ever-changing government restrictions, and this is extremely true in the charity sector.

With the initial forced closures of trading shops, cancellation of fundraising events of all sizes and scales, and not forgetting the limited supporter fundraising due to over a third of UK workers being placed on furlough [2] for the 18 months it was running, resulting in reduced incomes and causing personal spending reviews to ensure the essentials could still be bought and so something had to give, which unfortunately and undeniably in most instances was regular charity donations.

But, even with all that was thrown their way, the charity sector had no option but to carry on providing essential services which millions of people rely on, but with just a fraction of the funds they usually receive.

Indeed, one of the UK’s largest Charities, Cancer Research UK, are expecting to see a reduction in fundraising income of £250m from 2020-2023.[3]

Cancer Research’s ambition was to improve cancer survival from 2 in 4, to 3 in 4 people by 2034, potentially saving 3.7 million lives per year, but given this dramatic loss of funding as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, this is now in danger.[4] Cancer is the second-leading cause of death worldwide, and as 1 in 2 of us will get cancer at some point in our lives, we know we can’t afford to be without their vital work. 

During the last 12 months alone, Cancer Research estimate that around 46,000 fewer patients started cancer treatment compared to the previous 12 months [5] - it’s clear to say that we’ll be feeling the impact of this pandemic for a while yet.

So, what do we do? What can we do?

On World Cancer Day, February 4th 2022, it falls to us all to consider what we can do to undo this funding deficit and re-invigorate this vital sector as now, more-than-ever, charities such as Cancer Research UK are in need of our help and support. We feel there’s an opportunity which has been overlooked for too long now which offers a simple solution and really could be a game changer for charity fundraising moving forwards. 

Remember these? You find them next to the checkouts in a lot of physical retail stores – a smart way to encourage us to drop any loose change in the pot as we already have our wallets and purses in our hands ready to pay for the goods we’re buying. As the world is becoming increasingly cashless, and more and more consumers are shopping online and sticking with it (whether that’s through choice or being forced to with no physical non-essential retail stores open), what about a digital charity coin pot?

What if all online checkouts had the option for you to donate money to charity right there and then as you’re about to purchase your items? And what would the impact be if all online retailers took their power to support the charity more seriously?

The amount spent in online retail sales increased by over 84% at its peak in November 2020 compared with 2019,[6] and since the pandemic hit, is now responsible for £2,334,200,000 revenue on average per week.[7]0,000 revenue on average per week.[6]

From March 2020, if all online retailers donated just 1% of online revenue to the charity sector, they would have received on average between £15.2m and £33.5m every single week.[7]

With that amount of money, Cancer Research UK’s three year funding deficit would be solved in just over two months.

A boost in funding of this magnitude to the charity sector would drive immeasurable improvements to humanitarian, health, and environmental causes and their ability to improve our world. Particularly when you consider that these statistics are for the UK alone, the effect of adopting this worldwide could completely revolutionise the charity sector.

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So, 1%? That’s it? Is it realistic and how could it be done?

We believe it really is as easy as that - here are some simple solutions which businesses can easily implement:

Reward Points

Nectar points, Clubcard, Priory Direct Rewards, and many other loyalty programmes already exist and have done for a long time. Allowing customers to translate the monetary value of their points into charitable donations instead of redeeming them as savings on products is a purely cost neutral exercise for any business. In the first three months of launch, almost ¾ (73%) of our customers have chosen to give their reward points to charity rather than make savings on their order.

In-Checkout Donations:

The digital charity coin pot; give your customers the option of rounding up their transaction to the nearest whole pound - after all, they have their cards in front of them so it’s minimum hassle and disruption for them. Whilst the maximum charity donation for any one order will be 99p with this mechanism, the money would soon add up if it was offered on every order and by more retailers. Businesses such as Domino’s Pizza are already offering this in support of Teenage Cancer Trust and raised over £1m within 14 months of launching the donation option.[8]

Charity Ranges:

Selling products in conjunction with a charity, or specifying that a percentage of the sales of products will be donated to a charity is another solution to easily raise funds. Priory Elements Planet Friendly Packaging Ranges donate 1% of all proceeds to 1% for the Planet to support environmental charities, M&S give 5% of the sales of their festive sandwiches to Shelter to support their annual winter appeal for combatting homelessness, and Big Wild Thought raise awareness of endangered animals with their apparel, and donate 10% of the sale of each item to a relevant animal charity. Allow your customers to do some good just by purchasing your products.

Using Your Audience:

Online retailers receive millions of visits to their websites and social media channels every month, so what simpler way to provide support to the charity sector than using these to talk to your audience and to raise awareness of causes desperately in need of support? Some businesses have charity partners and their customers won’t even know about them! A lot of the time with charity appeals, they just need access to that large audience to be able to start making a difference. 

As mentioned above, even if we just aim for the conservative target of 1% of online sales going to charity, the fundraising potential is colossal. For example, in November 2020 and the lead up to Christmas, online retailers could have collectively donated £32.6 million on average per week to charities. [7]

We really see this as a no-brainer, a simple and effective opportunity to use the flow of retail to online transactions as a huge force for good. So, businesses, what are you going to do about it? And consumers, how about you? 

Consumers, we encourage you to choose responsible retailers, and retailers, take your potential impact and social responsibility seriously.

For the charities and the causes they’re fighting; as Cancer Research UK say: “What will you do? Speak up, stand up, and take action together.”

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Our Year In Numbers: 2021

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As 2021 draws to a close, we want to take the opportunity to look back over the last 12 months, and celebrate what we as a business, alongside our fantastic customers, have been able to achieve. From protecting threated rainforest and supporting our charity partners, to launching new, innovative, planet friendly packaging products, we have a lot to be proud of. We can’t thank our customers enough for joining us along our sustainability journey; we truly couldn’t do it without you all. So, without further ado, let’s take a look at our year in numbers…

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Christmas 2021: Spending, Shopping Habits, and Store Favourites Revealed

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The Christmas countdown is now down into single digits and we’re a nation determined for the big day to be bigger and better than ever before. It’s been widely speculated that Christmas in 2021 would be a record breaker with millions eager to make up for the disappointment of last year, and now we have the latest data, insights, and all-important consumer opinions which reveal exactly how the festive season is being tackled.

Festive Financials

Christmas retail sales in the UK are forecasted to hit a whopping £84.7 billion in the six-week period from the middle of November to the end of December, making it the largest on record. Unsurprisingly, we saw a dip last year with spend during the holiday period totalling £79.7 billion, and 2021 is expected to see spend grow in a typical way with pre-pandemic levels, where we saw a strong £83.1 billion in 2019.

Whilst the overall spend levels between 2019 and 2021 are fairly close in the grand scheme of things (if you can ever call a difference of £1.6 billion ‘close’), the major difference we’ll see is where that money is spent.

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As you can see, the difference between online and store-based shopping from 2017-2019 is vast. With the forced change in shopping behaviour which we saw in 2020, the gap became significantly smaller, and the proportion of online sales grew by almost two thirds.  

The prediction for 2021 is that revenue from online sales will drop slightly versus last year, with store-based shopping seeing a rebound with the British public choosing to shop local and support their highstreets in a way which they weren’t able to last year – and likely missed.

All of this would suggest that more of us would take to the streets to do our shopping – however this is where it gets interesting…

Stocking-Filling Statistics

We’ve seen that most of the revenue in the festive period is store-based, however, 69% of consumers prefer to do their Christmas shopping online. Whether that comes down to convenience, availability, environmental, or some lasting fear around Covid-19 is up for debate – but the willingness and desire to shop online is present in an overwhelming majority of people where we’ve not really seen it before.

When it comes to online shopping, one retail giant superpower springs to mind for everyone, and the data proves it. A staggering 85% of consumers in the UK buy at least one Christmas gift on Amazon.

And with their aims of being a one-stop-shop for everything anyone could possibly need over the Christmas season, the news that 46% of online shoppers prefer to buy all gifts through one platform certainly is welcome to them.

North Pole Number One

With a cemented place in our childhoods, the Argos catalogue is synonymous with Christmas for many – and even now, they’ve still got it.

Topping the charts for the most popular UK-based online store to buy Christmas presents, it goes to show that, whilst frantically flipping through the catalogue pages has been replaced with endless scrolling on phones and tablets, the retailer is still a firm favourite with us all during the festive season.

All Things Sled and Done

The most wonderful time of the year is certainly also one of the most expensive for us with the average Christmas spend per head in the UK ranging from £994 to £1,746.

Although nothing will ever replace the feeling of highlighting and folding down the corners of the thousand-page catalogue, it seems that online shopping has finally won over the great British public and is here to stay. It’s proving to be now or never for retailers to adapt to and adopt ecommerce, and Argos are proof that fundamentally as a nation we’re creatures of habit who love tradition, yet they have been able to keep up with and capitalise on the change in consumer behaviour.

The sales that in-store shopping sees speaks for itself, however with over two thirds of us saying that our preferred way of shopping is online, it’ll be interesting to see where and at what point we see the majority of revenue start of shift that way too, as surely with the way the data is going, it’ll be happening in the not-too-distant future.

References

All data and information correct at time of publishing, sourced from Statista - https://www.statista.com/topics/3157/uk-christmas-shopping

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Why Should You Use Gummed Paper Tape?

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It's no secret that plastic packaging products are causing a huge environmental issue for our planet. Despite it being a highly versatile material, every single piece of plastic that has ever been made is still in existence in some form and with only 9% of all plastic being recycled, it’s time to ditch the single use plastics in favour of something more sustainable.

When it comes to choosing plastic free packaging, it can be overwhelming, but the simplest swaps can make the biggest difference. Plastic packing tape is a non-recyclable, single-use plastic that reduces the recyclability of cardboard once applied, destroys the biodegradable quality of cardboard and can reside in our environment for hundreds of years after disposal. So switching to a more planet-friendly option is a no-brainer and it’s easier than you might think.

Gummed paper tape, or water-activated paper tape as it’s also known, is an extremely eco-friendly packaging product that can help drastically improve the sustainability of your operation. But why should you use gummed paper tape and how does it work?

How to use gummed paper tape

Gummed paper packing tape is a paper based tape with a starch, water activated adhesive. Differently to self-adhesive tapes, gummed paper tape must be activated with water before it can be applied to any box or packing material. To effectively use gummed paper tape in your operation you must use a gummed paper tape dispenser. This ensures that the tape is passed through the water reservoir, sufficiently wetting the tape ready for application. Gummed paper tape cannot be used with standard packing tape guns, so finding the right water activated paper tape dispenser for your needs is as important as finding the right tape. Once the tape has passed through the water reservoir within the gummed tape dispenser, all you have to do is apply to your cardboard box, or other packing material to create a secure seal - it's as easy as that.

How is gummed paper tape planet-friendly?

Gummed paper tape is the ultimate planet friendly packing tape. Fully recyclable, biodegradable, plastic free packing tape that is made entirely from paper and eco-friendly, starch based adhesive. Not only is the tape itself super eco-friendly, it doesn’t impact the recyclability or biodegradable quality of the cardboard it is applied to. Due to the recyclability of the tape, you do not need to remove it from cardboard sheets or boxes before recycling; saving you time and effort and saving the planet too.

How does gummed paper tape create a strong seal?

Creating a strong seal for your packing boxes is a must, and with gummed paper tape, you’re guaranteed a reliable, permanent closure. The starch, water-activated adhesive on gummed paper tape penetrates into the lining of cardboard boxes, creating a robust and permanent seal that is tamper and pilfer resistant. Sealing your packing boxes with water-activated paper tape actually enhances the strength of durability of your boxes, increasing the stack-ability of the cartons, whilst also keeping goods safe and secure.

How does gummed paper tape increase efficiency?

Optimising your packing operation can hugely increase efficiency and productivity, particularly during busy periods. Gummed paper tape is typically stocked in long run rolls, such as 100m, 200m or even 300m long rolls. This can help decrease time spent changing rolls and ensure that packing operations are running for longer before changeovers are needed. Additionally, gummed paper tape can be used with electronic dispensers to deliver the correct amount of pre-moistened tape for your box; dramatically decreasing time spent measuring and dispensing tape.

So, no matter your initial reason for switching to gummed paper tape, you truly could be saving the planet with every parcel when using water activated tape; not to mention saving yourself time and effort during your packing process. It’s everyone’s responsibility to protect the planet, and packaging swaps is the easiest place to start. If you need any further information or help to make your operation as planet-friendly as possible, get in touch - we’re here to help!

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Which Retailers Are Best For Recyclable Christmas Wrapping Paper?

Written by PrioryDirect on . Posted in Uncategorized, Awin, Business Services (B2B), Business Services (B2B), UK

Christmas is just around the corner and the most wonderful time of year can also be one of the most wasteful. With an estimated 50,000 trees needed to make the over 100 million rolls of wrapping paper[1] used over the festive period in the UK alone, your choice of wrapping paper should be about more than what co-ordinates with the baubles on your tree and instead the focus should be on how environmentally friendly it is and whether it can be recycled or not.

With a nation of more sustainable savvy shoppers, recyclable Christmas wrapping paper is widely available this year from a whole host of retailers – but who comes out on top? We’ve compared the most popular festive wrap sellers to see who’s going to be Christmas number one in the eco wrapping paper charts:

B&M

B&M are famous for their bargains, and their Christmas wrapping paper is certainly no exception here. At just £1 for 12 metres of wrapping paper, it’s certainly the cheapest we’ve seen. However, the real cost comes at the expense of the planet as none of the low-cost wrap can be recycled. When we asked B&M why, they explained it was due to the combination of materials used and advised that availability of recyclable wrapping paper options is something they’re looking to improve on.

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Paperchase

A stationery supplier who are, in their own words, ‘keen to be green’ it may come as a surprise that only just over half of their Christmas wrapping paper can be recycled. Shiny foil wrapping paper is Paperchase’s downfall and unfortunately makes up a not insignificant amount of their range. It is a shame that a retailer with sustainability supposedly so high on their agenda needs to stock so many different types of unrecyclable foil wrapping paper when alternatives are easily available. Even more so that the foil options are mainly aimed at children – and even the most angelic of children are really only interested in what’s underneath the paper.

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WH Smith

As usual, WH Smith have a huge range of Christmas wrapping paper this year with almost 60 different patterns available. 60% of the wrapping papers are recyclable which does raise the question why stock more than the 35 recyclable papers as that number still offers a comprehensive range to shoppers. WH Smith are also stocking wrapping paper which is decorated with biodegradable glitter which is a great swap – however these papers aren’t recyclable. So close yet so far!

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Next

Next have been silently making moves with their sustainability journey and have already achieved a 50% reduction in their carbon emissions and diverted 97% of waste from landfill, so our expectations were high when it came to the eco credentials of their wrapping paper. Almost 80% of Next’s wrapping paper is recyclable this year, with their foil-based luxury wraps letting them down. Whilst wanting a premium looking and feeling wrapping paper is understandable, it shouldn’t come at a cost to the planet as even just a thicker paper can translate the luxury look and feel without contaminating the paper with unnecessary extra unrecyclable materials.

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John Lewis

For many of us, watching the John Lewis Christmas advert marks the start of the holiday season, it’s safe to say we expected them to take the festive period seriously – and we weren’t disappointed. With their sister brand Waitrose leading the way with eco-friendly package free food shopping, they clearly understand their responsibility to influence consumer behaviour for the better, and as such, John Lewis and Waitrose have ensured all of their Christmas wrapping paper is fully recyclable. They’ve also ditched glitter this year to guarantee the recyclability of their paper, proving they are a conscious retailer wanting to help their customers make better choices for the future of our planet.

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Marks & Spencer

Taking home the prestigious Christmas number one this year is Marks and Spencer. And if you’re wondering how you top John Lewis’ offering of only stocking fully recyclable paper; M&S have the answer - going plastic free. Recognising that not only is the used wrapping paper a source of waste but the plastic the paper is wrapped in is as well, M&S have made the decision to bare it all and are opting to add an extra 15cm of paper to every wrapping paper roll to limit any damage instead. And they haven’t stopped there – they’ve also included reusable wrapping paper in their range this year. It is quite pricey coming in at £12 for just two wraps, so it may not be the most practical for those who are particularly generous at Christmas time, but... it’s £12 for 2 wraps for life... so definitely a step in the right direction.

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The Upshot

Sustainable wrapping paper solutions are far more accessible ahead of Christmas 2021 as retailers are taking their responsibility to the environment more seriously this year – although some are more than others. The most important thing to remember here is that buying recyclable wrapping paper isn’t job done, it’s making sure you and your family and friends knowing it’s recyclable and acting accordingly – don’t forget to do the scrunch test!

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References

[1] https://pebblemag.com/magazine/doing/5-reasons-why-its-time-to-bin-the-wrapping-paper-this-christmas

Can Wrapping Paper be Recycled? There's A Simple Test To Find Out

Written by PrioryDirect on . Posted in Uncategorized, Awin, Business Services (B2B), Business Services (B2B), UK

With the festive season fast approaching, as a nation we’re set to make up for the disappointment of last year which will see even more gifts being exchanged than ever before.

Over 100 million rolls of wrapping paper are used every single Christmas in the UK alone, all of that paper has to go somewhere. But with it roughly equating to over 227,000 miles worth of paper from around 50,000 trees - it’s safe to say that if your Christmas wrap can be recycled, it should be.

But of course, this raises the question, how do you know if the wrapping paper you receive can be recycled? The good news is there’s a simple test:

The Scrunch Test

The quickest and easiest way of knowing if wrapping paper is recyclable is by doing the scrunch test. If you can scrunch wrapping paper into a ball and it stays scrunched, it can be recycled normally with your standard paper recycling provided there is no glitter on it. If the paper can’t be scrunched or springs back open, it can’t be recycled – this is because there’s plastic or foil content in with the paper.

Just remember: if you find your wrapping paper to be recyclable, remove any plastic tape, tags, bows, or ribbon attached to the paper as this will prevent the paper from being recycled.

Stick or Twist

If you’re making the effort with researching and buying recyclable wrapping paper, then don’t ruin it by putting plastic tape on it – particularly if the thought of separating plastic tape from wrapping paper on Christmas morning isn’t appealing to you, then ensure you use, and encourage friends and family to use, paper tape.

As the name suggests, paper tape is made from paper instead of plastic and can be recycled along with the paper or cardboard it’s stuck to – no separating needed!

The Upshot

Recyclable wrapping paper needs to be a non-negotiable for the season of giving and beyond, and paper tape needs to be too to ensure the hard-work doesn’t go to waste – literally.

Just remember – if it scrunches and stays then you’re good to go!

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NEW Valentine's Code Available at CW Sellors

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NEW Valentine's Code Available at CW Sellors

Treat your loved one without breaking the bank this Valentine's Day. At CW Sellors you can get 14% off all orders when you use code "VALENTINE" at checkout. Get shopping now and take advantage of our FREE luxury gift wrapping. Code expires 14th February 2022. Excludes sale items and selected brands.

Sterling Silver Amber Amethyst Round Stone Open Oblong Necklace

This versatile necklace features genuine Amber and Amethyst framed in Sterling Silver. This feminine necklace is perfect for day to evening wear and is presented on an 18'' long Sterling Silver chain with a classic lobster clasp for easy wear.

Our Price £99.00

Sterling Silver Amber Amethyst Round Stone Open Oblong Necklace

Sterling Silver Blue John Wide Oval Chunky Ring

A classic, wide oval shaped sterling silver and Blue John ring. The hand polished oval Blue John gemstone sits proudly, making this ring a flattering shape for a multitude of fingers and a popular style choice.

Our Price £349.00

Sterling Silver Blue John Wide Oval Chunky Ring

Faberge Essence 18ct Yellow Gold 0.08ct Diamond Heart Egg Charm Exclusive Edition

This highly desirable edition of yellow, white and rose gold with diamond charms, has been created by Faberge exclusively for C W Sellors.

Our Price £2,160.00

Faberge Essence 18ct Yellow Gold 0.08ct Diamond Heart Egg Charm Exclusive Edition

Sterling Silver Swarovski Crystal Enamel Bee Three Piece Set

These lovely striped bees are made using the highest quality solid sterling silver with swarovski crystal and yellow enamel detailing, creating a unique design that will appeal to nature and jewellery lovers alike.

Our Price £349.00

Sterling Silver Swarovski Crystal Enamel Bee Three Piece Set

Sterling Silver Whitby Jet Offset Round Bead Stud Earrings

Thes versatile stud earrings feature the finest Whitby Jet, sourced directly from the north east coast of Yorkshire. They are perfect for every occasion and are secured with post and butterfly fitments.

Our Price £99.00

Sterling Silver Whitby Jet Offset Round Bead Stud Earrings

Roberto Coin Diamond Princess 18ct White Gold 1.19ct Diamond Pendant Necklace

Roberto Coin jewellery takes its inspiration from the worlds diversities, creating expressive conjunctions through exquisite 18 carat gold, rubies and diamonds to tell the stories of multi-ethnic cultures and desires of romance.

Our Price £4,140.00

Roberto Coin Diamond Princess 18ct White Gold 1.19ct Diamond Pendant Necklace

Marco Bicego Lunaria 18ct Yellow Gold Triple Drop Earrings

For luxury easy to wear jewellery, the Marco Bicego collections are the perfect place to start. The fascinating combination of Italian craftsmanship and creativity produces the signature designs that Marco Bicego is famous for.

Our Price £1,080.00

Marco Bicego Lunaria 18ct Yellow Gold Triple Drop Earrings

18ct Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Oval Cluster Ring

An embodiment of elegance and luxury, this stunning 18ct yellow gold ring features a central oval cut sapphire (0.84ct), surrounded by a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds (0.12ct).

Our Price £2,010.00

18ct Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond Oval Cluster Ring

Sterling Silver Whitby Jet Four Stone Slim Tear Drop Earrings

These versatile earrings feature the finest Whitby Jet, sourced directly from the north east coast of Yorkshire, set in Sterling Silver tear drop frames.

Our Price £160.00

Sterling Silver Whitby Jet Four Stone Slim Tear Drop Earrings

Platinum 0.60ct Diamond Oval Cut Solitaire Ring

An embodiment of simplicity and feminine style, this platinum ring features a 0.60ct oval cut, claw set solitaire diamond. The platinum band gives this beautiful ring a solid and substantial weight, making this a piece that will be treasured for generations to come.

Our Price £4,335.00

Platinum 0.60ct Diamond Oval Cut Solitaire Ring

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NEW Valentine's Code Available at W Hamond

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NEW Valentine's Code Available at W Hamond

Treat your loved one without breaking the bank this Valentine's Day. At W Hamond, you can get 14% off all orders when you use code "VALENTINE" at checkout. Get shopping now and take advantage of our FREE luxury gift wrapping. Code expires 14th February 2022. Excludes sale items and selected brands.

Sterling Silver Whitby Jet Amber Heart Necklace

This versatile necklace features genuine Whitby Jet and Amber framed in Sterling Silver. This feminine necklace is perfect for everyday wear and is presented on an 18'' long Sterling Silver chain with a classic lobster clasp for easy wear.

Our Price £149.00

Sterling Silver Whitby Jet Amber Heart Necklace

Sterling Silver Whitby Jet Oval Split Frame Statement Ring D

This elegant ring features a stunning oval cabochon of hand carved Whitby Jet which has been sourced directly from the North East Coast of Yorkshire.

Our Price £198.00

Sterling Silver Whitby Jet Oval Split Frame Statement Ring D

Platinum Diamond Fifteen Stone Half Eternity Ring

This stunning platinum ring features a pretty millgrain pattern and fifteen round brilliant cut diamonds totalling 0.30ct. The platinum band gives this beautiful ring a solid and substantial weight, making this a piece that will be treasured for generations to come.

Our Price £1,365.00

Platinum Diamond Fifteen Stone Half Eternity Ring

Fope Prima 18ct Yellow Gold 0.13ct Diamond Ring

The Italian family owned company of Fope started out as a traditional workshop in 1929 and has now evolved into one of the most recognisable and desired luxury jewellery brands in the world.

Our Price £1,390.00

Fope Prima 18ct Yellow Gold 0.13ct Diamond Ring

Sterling Silver Baltic Amber Faceted Bead Charm

The natural beauty of Baltic Amber has made it a highly prized gemstone for thousands of years. Made from fossilised resin produced by prehistoric trees, its unusual markings and warm, vibrant colours have continually captivated its wearers so that even today, Amber jewellery is a coveted gemstone, escalating in popularity.

Our Price £59.00

Sterling Silver Baltic Amber Faceted Bead Charm

Sterling Silver Baltic Amber Chunky Bracelet

This statement bracelet features the finest Baltic Amber gemstones. The piece is completed by a decorative toggle clasp.

Our Price £225.00

Sterling Silver Baltic Amber Chunky Bracelet

Ponte Vecchio 18ct Rose Gold Sapphire Diamond Pave Oval Necklace

Ponte Vecchio Gioielli has been producing elegant jewellery set with the finest quality diamonds for over thirty five years and they are unrivalled in their attention to detail and quality craftsmanship.

Our Price £650.00

Ponte Vecchio 18ct Rose Gold Sapphire Diamond Pave Oval Necklace

18ct White Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings

An embodiment of luxurious style, these 18ct white gold stud earrings showcase round cut rubies (0.41ct total), arranged around a central round brilliant cut diamond (0.09ct total) forming a shape reminiscent of a flower. The studs are held securely by post and butterfly fitments.

Our Price £1,110.00

18ct White Gold Ruby Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings

18ct Yellow Gold 0.40ct Diamond Emerald Cut Solitaire Ring

This exquisite 18ct yellow gold ring features an emerald cut 0.40ct diamond at its heart, which has been claw set in white gold.

Our Price £2,850.00

18ct Yellow Gold 0.40ct Diamond Emerald Cut Solitaire Ring

18ct White Gold Sapphire Diamond Marquise Bracelet

Elegant and timeless, this exquisite bracelet has been finely crafted in 18ct white gold and features three sapphire gemstones (0.27ct total), embellished with marquise shaped halos of white sparkling diamonds.

Our Price £2,395.00

18ct White Gold Sapphire Diamond Marquise Bracelet

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13% Off Slim Cycle 2-in-1 Exercise Bike at High Street TV

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13% Off Slim Cycle 2-in-1 Exercise Bike at High Street TV

Looking to avoid hectic gyms but still want to get fit this year? At High Street TV we have a huge range of home fitness appliances, including the Slim Cycle 2-in-1 Exercise Bike, which is now 13% off! With it's unique fold-away technology, it's perfect for any home.

Slim Cycle 2-in-1 Exercise Bike by New Image

Burn fat and sculpt and tone your entire body at the same time with Slim Cycle by New Image! It’s the two-in-one exercise bike that combines cardio with strength training to deliver a full body, heart-pumping workout in complete comfort.

RRP £229.99 Our Price £199.99

Slim Cycle 2-in-1 Exercise Bike by New Image

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CODE EXTENDED | 15% Off at English Heritage Membership

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CODE EXTENDED | 15% Off at English Heritage Membership

With the half-term looming, we're extending our 15% off Gift & Annual Memberships voucher code at English Heritage Membership, so you can enjoy precious family time, without breaking the bank! Simply continue to use code "EH2022" at checkout. Code valid until 28th February 2022. Code valid on NEW membership purchases only.

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Plant Of The Month | Raspberry 'Autumn Bliss' at YouGarden

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Plant Of The Month | Raspberry 'Autumn Bliss' at YouGarden

This February, the Plant of the Month at YouGarden is the Premium Raspberry 'Autumn Bliss', now available for only £9.99. This easy to maintain plant is suitable for pot and patio growing, making this an ideal plant no matter your location. See full details here.

Premium Primocane Raspberry 'Autumn Bliss'

'Autumn Bliss' has proven itself as a popular and successful gardener's variety for a number of years, with good disease resistance and long cropping period. 'Autumn Bliss is a Primocane variety, so it produces fruits on its new season stems, from August to first frosts of late October.

Our Price £9.99

Premium Primocane Raspberry 'Autumn Bliss'

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