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Hyde Park Prepares for Annual ‘Winter Wonderland’ Fair

The crowning glory of London’s numerous Christmas fairs and markets is Hyde Park’s annual Winter Wonderland. It is returning this year on November 23rd, and will stay open until January 5th (closing only on Christmas Day).

Now in its sixth year, Winter Wonderland is London’s largest Christmas fair, and offers some major attractions for locals and tourists alongside the usual array of rides, markets and food and drink stalls. The event spans Hyde Park and the adjoining Kensington Gardens .

The centerpiece of the event is the massive ice rink, currently under construction around Hyde Park’s bandstand. The rink will be lit up by 108,000 pea lights. One of the other regular attractions, Zippos Circus, returns with a brand new show for 2012 entitled ‘Cirque Berserk’, a showcase for stunt artists and old-fashioned circus daredevils. A 53-metre high ferris wheel will dominate the skyline.

If you just plan to wander around soaking up the atmosphere, entry to Winter Wonderland is free. However, tokens have to be purchased for the big wheel and other rides. Tokens for the ice rink cost between £10.50-£13.50 for adults, and £8.50-£9 for children. A spin on the giant ferris wheel costs £8 for adults and £6 for children.

Further information is available at LondonTown.com. The website has also announced details of reduced rates on selected hotels in London. All the hotels taking part are within walking distance of Hyde Park.

One of the hotels in London offering a special offer on rooms is the luxury Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park London, just ten minutes’ walk from Hyde Park, is offering a 60% discount on double rooms, making the cost of a night’s stay £307.

For those on a tighter budget, the Thistle Marble Arch Hotel is currently offering guests a 91% discount on their usual double room rate, bringing the cost of a night’s stay down to just £90. The Thistle is within easy walking distance of Hyde Park.

Deluxe double and twin rooms are available at the Grosvenor for £224 per night – a 55% reduction on the standard rate. The Grosvenor is a ten minute walk from Hyde Park.

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PureShowers.co.uk Announce Three New Exclusive Products This Autumn

London – 02 Oct 2012. PureShowers.co.uk is proud to announce three new exclusive products to their range of high quality shower filters.

This Autumn PureShowers.co.uk will be making available through their secure online eCommerce website at http://www.PureShowers.co.uk three new Shower Filter and Bath Filter products. The new Autumn product line will enhance their already ample offering of Shower Filter units, which promote healthy lifestyles by removing Chlorine, Heavy Metals, Chemicals, Bacteria, Lime Scale and other contaminants from shower water.

The first new product in the Autumn 2012 rage is a highly sought after and frequently requested product, the Bath Ball Bath Filter. Simply put the Bath Ball Bath Filter is an easy to use and ingenious device which decontaminates bath water from impurities such as; Chlorine, Heavy Metals, Bacteria & helps to reduce scale. Chlorine added to our water supplies by water companies vaporise in hot steaming baths, causing toxic chlorine vapours to be released into the confined space of the bathroom. When inhaled into the lungs these toxic fumes are known to have adverse health. By simply submerging and swirling PureShowers.co.uk’s exclusive Bath Ball Bath Filter in a filled tub, it will remove up to 99% of Chlorine from bath water. Leaving perfectly healthy and pristine bath water which can be enjoyed without worry about any toxic fumes. The Bath Ball Bath Filter can be enjoyed multiple times and used for up to 400 baths.

PureShowers.co.uk’s second and third new product offerings in their Autumn 2012 range consist of two new entry level hand held shower filters, one in chrome and the other in white. Both these shower filters define the best breed of shower filtration in quality, design and functionality whilst still maintaining an economical price. As with all PureShowers.co.uk’s shower filters these two new products provide the highest level of shower filtration, removing impurities such as Heavy Metals, Chlorine, Chemicals, Bacteria, Algae and help to reduce white marks and white stains on shower glass and tiles. With replaceable cartridges which are positioned within the handle of the shower filter, they use an exclusive combination of KDF-55 and Ceramic Ball filtration technology to provide an optimum level of filtration in showers. This provides benefits such as softer skin & hair, helps to improve eczema and dry skin and can stop itchy scalps.

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Notes to the Editor:
•    High Res. Images and Samples available on request
•    For further information, please contact: Ty Lee (media@pureshowers.com) or on TEL: 07805 777 762

About The Company:

PureShowers.co.uk was established in 2008 after the directors noticed there was no easy solution for everyone to protect themselves from the harmful and adverse effects of chemicals and contaminants in the extremely hard U.K water supply. They offer a variety of Shower Filters for health and beauty which are available online via a secure ecommerce store at http://www.pureshowers.co.uk. Prices start from £29.95 (including VAT) and can be ordered on the web or by calling +44 7805 777 762

A French version of the website can be found at : http://www.filtredouche.fr

What Do It’s Customers Say:

“Just to let you know we are absolutely delighted with our filter.  Easy to fit and doesn’t look bulky or ‘added on’ in our shower.  My daughter and I love it because we both have coloured hair, and the soft water actually makes the colour last longer and definitely has a conditioning effect on the hair.  Added benefit is that my skin is noticeably softer and smoother after showering.  I will definitely continue to use it and certainly miss it when I have to shower away from home.  Many thanks for wonderful service and a brilliant product.” – Gwen and Katie Branton

“Such a great product! My hair is no longer chalky and matted, my skin doesn’t itch, I don’t know how anyone can cope with London’s hard water without one!” – Nadia Carnevale

“I live in a hard water area in Kew Gardens, Surrey and since replacing my shower head with your pure head filter shower head I have noticed a huge difference in the condition of my hair and skin. This is a great product. It is simple to install ,good value and works exceptionally well.” – M. Tuohy

Balluun Introduces New Social Business Platform To Empower Fashion Designers To Create Impact For Their Brands And Businesses

Leading up to the 2012 MAGIC show, social business upstart, Balluun, today announced its patent-pending technology platform for emerging fashion designers and the wholesale marketplace. On the same day, Balluun announced a new advisory board member, fashion maverick, Nicole Miller. “We are so honored and excited to be able to tap such a visionary innovator and designer to add to our distinguished group of advisors,” said Peter Koch, CEO of Balluun. “She will bring an invaluable perspective, aesthetic eye and reality check to our overall effort.”

Balluun is the future of commerce for fashion, as we know it. Fashion designers who are Balluun members can easily upload their collections on Balluun’s website prior to the show and take advantage of Balluun’s mobile app to display specifications of their lines and conduct transactions with buyers online at the show.

Balluun’s focus is the world of fashion and redefining how fashion is accessed, experienced, shared, purchased and sold in the real and digital worlds. Some of Balluun’s primary features and benefits include:
– Balluun provides the ability for sellers to share product updates and entire collections and for buyers to view and discover new designs and track product trends.

– Balluun enables buyers to communicate directly with the sellers before, during and after creating a purchase order.

– Balluun accommodates all terms and forms of payment traditionally found in the fashion industry.

– Balluun records all of the information for the seller and the buyer, and all order information is maintained online for easy reference anytime, anywhere.

“Balluun is truly game-changing for young fashion designers who want to create impact with their brands and build businesses within an increasingly competitive climate.” said Peter Koch, CEO of Balluun. “With the continued evolution of the internet, the cloud and social networking, Balluun has been able to develop transformative ways to do business.”
Brief Balluun Product Snapshot

Visually Rich Marketplace To Show & Share Collections- Balluun provides a robust platform on which designers/manufacturers can sell their products and independent retailers can shop for products in a visually rich digital environment. Social Business Community All Your Own- Balluun’s platform is optimized for ongoing social inter-action and like an in-person interaction, people communicate with one another back and forth while purchasing goods. Balluun accomplishes this and deploys technology to thread the communication exchange throughout a transaction. The Paperless Office- Balluun enables designers, retailers and manufacturers the ability to search products by price and style, review line sheets and collections, create and pay purchase orders online. Balluun provides a hassle-free digital option from paper-based lookbooks/catalogs, business cards and order forms in a social business solution.

About Balluun
Balluun’s mission is to empower fashion designers by lowering barriers to entry for emerging designers to launch their brand, sell their products to buyers and connect them online to create long-term relationships and healthy businesses. Balluun redefines a whole new way of conducting business by leveraging its roots in the information technology world (Cisco), commerce marketplace (eBay) and banking (UBS). The company has built a patent-pending social business platform dedicated to the unique needs of the fashion industry. With a guiding philosophy of connecting everyone and helping everyone to grow, Balluun is a company that is re-imagining how fashion businesses are created and managed with a technology-driven social business model. For more information and to sign up on Balluun, please visit: www.balluun.com.

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Contact Details: Tricia Chan, Public Group, LLC
95 Morton Street, Main Flr.
New York, NY 10014
Tele: 917.239.0642
triciachan8@gmail.com
www.balluun.com

Celebrate Everything Red, White and Blue with the Latest HUF Clothing at the 5 Pointz Online Store

5 Pointz is a leading UK supplier of urban clothing and accessories from the biggest and best names in the street industry; providing a range of brand new lines to UK fans at competitive prices.

The Red, White & Blue Pack from US brand HUF Clothing was originally released to commemorate American Independence Day, but since us Brits have just as much reason to celebrate the red, white and blue this month, there couldn’t be a better time to grab these great looking pieces from the 5 Pointz store.

From t shirts and a choice of socks to 5 Panel caps, the latest release from HUF Clothing look great together or as part of any patriotic street wear ensemble.

Celebrate a great summer of sporting events with the classic 10K t shirt by HUF. Available in heather grey or black, the 10K tee features a screen print of a three colour HUF logo with horizontal lines running through it.

The HUF Plantlife socks come is blue with red and white marijuana leaf patterning. The HUF Fuck It socks are available in a choice of black or white, with a ‘Fuck It’ jacquard pattern around the ankle complete with stars and stripes detailing. Both sock designs feature double lining on the heel and toe.

Finally, the HUF 10K Volley 5 Panel cap features the same italic red, white and blue logo as the 10K t shirt, along with painted metal eyelets and woven logo label sewn into the back. Made from 100% cotton, the back of the cap features an adjustable nylon strap with plastic clip.

Choose any or all of these fantastic new HUF releases and champion the red, white and blue this summer, wherever it takes you.

Visit the 5 Pointz online store, today, and discover the latest HUF clothing and more, from all of the most important labels in the urban fashion industry.

Contact Details: 18 Nelson Street
Bristol
BS1 2LE
0117 945 0555
info@5pointz.co.uk

Shop For Eco Friendly Sleepwear From Eco-friendly Companies

June 03, 2012 – If you truly want your little ones to sleep in comfort, why not let them sleep in snug, stylish, and eco friendly sleepwear? It is better to start them young and you know that if these types of sleepwear are good enough for the environment then they are safe for your kids. One company producing these stylish sleepwear items for kids is called Skylar Luna and when it comes to making stylish and eco friendly sleepwear for kids, they surely know what they are doing. What they have to offer you and your kids is a modern mix of beach inspired designs made from feel-good fabrics that your kids are sure to love. Skylar Luna makes stylish and environmentally safe sleepwear for the environmentally conscious trendsetters of tomorrow. These eco friendly sleep wear are perfect for the parents who are environmentally conscious and want their kids to be the same but do not want to sacrifice style. If you want to find eco friendly sleepwear that offers kids maximum comfort with fabrics made from chemical free organic cotton then this is what you are looking for.

If you look at the collections of eco friendly sleep apparel, you will see they have been created with a very sunny and free spirited attitude. What sets these eco friendly pajamas apart from the others is that they were designed by people who pay keen attention to the small details which make all the difference for little bodies. They feature streamlined styles which are in direct contrast to the busy patterns most mass-market sleepwear manufacturers favor. Skylar Luna uses a more sophisticated color palette which is indeed very pleasing to the eye and lets everyone know that those are special sleepwear which are also good for the environment.

If you like what the company has to offer then you have two options. You can look for their pajamas at any departments store or baby clothing stores in your area of if they do not carry the line, then you can always buy direct from them online. You can visit their online store at http://www.skylarluna.com/ to learn more about the product and the company and place your orders or you can always ask questions via their “contact us” page which can be found here http://www.skylarluna.com/index.php/contacts/, plus they also have a newsletter you can sign up for so you can get keep updated with any news and updates they may have.

Contact Info:
Wen C. Reese
Skylar Clothing, Inc.
466 Foothill Blvd #218
La Canada, CA 91011
info@skylarluna.com
(818) 647-1382

Safeguard yourself with best pepper spray from www.self-defense-pepper-spray.com

Texas (May, 2012) – In today’s time, where crime is on the high even in peace loving regions of the world, it is important to be full-equipped to handle any unforeseen attack on one’s safety. If you are seeking an effective means to protect yourself then you should buy pepper spray offered by www.self-defense-pepper-spray.com.

The website is a premium company that sells a wide range of best pepper spray available in the market. With the help of pepper or mace spray you can take immediate action rather than depending on others to rescue you from a threat full situation. Pepper spray is not only portable and inexpensive but also effective means to protect yourself from lurking threats.

The company has an expert team that works day in and out to bring to you the newest the self defense products and technologies at affordable prices.

The best pepper spray introduced by the company is the Wildfire Pepper. This is a very effective and completely non-lethal weapon against the attacker.

Another offering of the company is the Mace Pepper Spray Foam, which has an extremely high grade 10% inflammatory agent. The effect of such sprays on the attacker can be dramatic but are not permanent. On using this spray, the attacker would cough, choking, feel nausea and even temporary blinded. This amazing self dense spray is available in two different sizes with a flip-top safety cap.

The company ensures that the self defense product purchased through them has Thawte SSL Web Server Certificate. Apart from this, for order above $75, you can avail free shipping from the company.

www.self-defense-pepper-spray.com also sells other defense products like steel throwing stars, electronic pocket whistle, mace flashlight alarm, kubotans, defense DVD and videos. If you have any query concerning the pepper spray or the working of the company you can go through the FAQ section of the website.

To know their latest offering of www.self-defense-pepper-spray.com you can follow them on Facebook and twitter.

About www.self-defense-pepper-spray.com

The website leads the way when it comes to buying different high quality self defense products on the net. On the site you can buy defense products such as steel throwing stars, pepper spray, telescopic steel Batons, stun guns, hidden cameras, mace screecher alarm and a lot more. I strongly recommend this website if you want to take care of your safety. For any additional information or clarify a doubt, contact the company at the details

Address: Dallas Fort Worth Texas
Phone: 817 763 0523
Email: john.sellers@yahoo.com

Products To Beautify Your Garden Decor

If you’ve run out of fresh ideas and do not know how to keep the scene in your backyard going, why not consider some of the following product selections. They will certainly give your garden a new look. Whether you want to mix and match products or give your garden that relaxing feel, don’t scratch your hair out of frustration. Just look for the following products and watch your hard labor come to fruition. Of course no one said beautifying your garden would be easy. As in any designing project, planning well is always harder than its execution. Get your pen and pad out and start planning with some of these products in mind.

Garden Stones
Decorative garden stones are ideal for giving your outdoor space a more elegant, interesting look while still being practical. Garden stones come in a wide variety of different sizes and shapes, and many offer a motif that might be near and dear to your heart, like the “Gather” garden stone, designed with colorful butterflies, the“Love Blooms Here” garden stone, complete with fairies, butterflies and flowers in an ivory finish, or the “Love” Garden stone, which features text, boldly colored dragonflies and water lily blooms. You can pick one type of garden stone and use several of them throughout your space to create a walkway or you can pick different ones to mix and match throughout your garden.

Urn Fountains
Urn fountains are a subdued yet noticeable addition to any garden. Urn fountains are made from faux-stone materials that look surprisingly real up close, and the graceful curves and shape of the fountain, along with the delicate stream of water emanating from the fountain are sure to give your garden a relaxing feel.

Acorn Fountains
Acorn fountains have a traditional look much like the alabaster fountains you probably grew up seeing in your neighbors or grandmother’s garden. Made from ivory alabastrite, acorn fountains look just like real stone, and the bright, vibrant color is sure to get the attention of visitors. Place an acorn fountain in the middle of your garden as a marvelous centerpiece. Not only will the fountain be beautiful, but the added visual interest will really make the colors of your flowers and plants pop.

Wind Chimes
Wind chimes are a beautiful, soothing addition to your garden or outdoor space. Wind chimes come in a variety of different materials and styles. The most common type is classic aluminum wind chimes, which produce soft, gentle tones throughout the day and night. If you’re looking for something more decorative, consider acrylic hummingbird chimes, which are adorned with colorful hummingbirds. For the ocean lover, acrylic dolphin wind chimes can bring a bit of the sea right to your own backyard. You can also add delicate rhythmic sounds to your garden by adding natural or coated bamboo chimes to your garden. If you have a very large outdoor area, consider mixing and matching different types of wind chimes or buying multiple sets.

Antique-Style Ivory or Sage Duck Décor
Adding an antique-style ivory or sage duck statue to your garden is a great way to add a bit of color and whimsy to your space. The weathered finish of the statue gives your wood duck a delightful old-time feel, similar to those found in the gardens of yesteryear. Choose just one or two duck statues, or if you have a small pond or fountain, purchase multiple ducks to make a charming outdoor scene for your garden. You can even put other animal statues like roosters or chickens nearby to give your area a bit of a wild farm feel. Don’t spend your money on antique statues from consignment shops and flea markets when you can buy high-quality new ones that will last longer for just a fraction of the cost.

Barnyard Birdhouse
What garden would be complete without singing birds? Adding the barnyard birdhouse to one of your nearby trees with area-appropriate food and water will definitely draw beautiful avian creatures right to your home. Large enough for a small family of birds, the barnyard birdhouse will add a rustic look to your garden.

Blue Floral Planters
If you have herbs, vegetables or flowers that you prefer to grow in planters rather than in the ground, planters painted in a Delft style are perfect for almost any space because the vibrant Delft blue and crystal clear white will match anything you put in them. You can choose to buy blue floral planters in a variety of different sizes and with or without a drain hole depending on your needs.

Butterfly Garden Stakes
Garden stakes are purely decorative items that bring extra life and color to your garden. No garden is truly finished until there are beautiful butterflies floating around, but luckily, you can add them yourself! Butterfly garden stakes come in a translucent red color that catches the sun and makes them glimmer in the light. Try adding butterfly garden stakes along walkways or within groups of plants that need a burst of color. Butterfly garden stakes can also be used as decorative reminders to prune or trim certain items in your garden the next day or week.

Bullfrog Garden Solar Light
If you want to keep your garden glowing at night without the cost of expensive solar or electric lights, bullfrog garden solar lights can do the job while adding a fun, whimsical style to your garden. Bullfrog garden solar lights are made with a high-quality poly-resin for durability in all conditions.

There you have it, affordable, useful, durable and stylish decor that’ll beautify your garden. Hopefully these ideas and great products have livened up your day as they will certainly lighten up your garden for days, months, even years. Most of all you can get all these products at affordable prices. For more decorative products and ideas to beautify your garden, visit Affordable home decor.

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Gift For The Groom

On the months leading up to the wedding, and even on the day of, it’s all about the bride. But there’s an easy way to make the groom feel honored with a keepsake briefcase named The Football, created by Urban Mercenaries LLC. This all-in-one party kit is housed in a masculine, aluminum case, personalized for the groom to celebrate what will hopefully be the best decision he’s ever made.

It can be used for the bachelor party (handcuffs included) or on the day of the wedding to ease his jitters, headache, bloodshot eyes, distract him with a card game or just to freshen his breath. For the generous groom, it can even be the gift he gives to the men in his wedding party to commemorate his big day.

Whatever the use, the man who receives this will appreciate being thought of and will always have the case as a reminder of what an amazing wife, group of friends or family he has. The Football can be purchased at www.urbanmercenaries.com.

The Football retails for $499.99 and includes a 17 inch aluminum case custom fitted in black velvet covered foam, a plaque engraved with a short, custom message, handcuffs, 375 ml of Grey Goose Vodka, 375 ml of Patron Tequila, 4 shot glasses, choice of either Red Bull or Rave Juice energy shots, bottle opener, Advil, Tums, eye drops, Altoids, cards, dice and an empty cocktail shaker which can be filled with whatever the groom likes – cigarettes, cigars, lighter, gum, energy bar or other snacks.

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Leighmans Announces Ten Years of Success in Branded Gifts Sector

Incentives and rewards specialist Leighmans this week announces that it is celebrating ten years in the gifts and rewards industry.

Darren Leigh founded the Bury-based business a decade ago and the company has enjoyed exponential success since. Demand for innovative, different and best selling products which help companies to incentivize their staff and customers.

Since its foundation a decade ago Leighmans has gone from strength to strength and today enjoys a strong reputation in the industry for innovative products and solutions.

In addition to establishing itself as one of the industry’s leading players, Leighmans has enjoyed exponential financial success. The company is set to exceed the £1 million turnover level this year.

Darren Leigh, Leighmans.com founder and managing director, commented: “It’s a great honour to be announcing our tenth anniversary and we’re delighted to be on course for the £1 million turnover target. It’s a great endorsement of the way we work and how we help our customers.”

Leighmans.com offers over 100,000 products, from branded ladies umbrellas through tocase logic bags and much more. Leighmans also boasts an in-house design department which is able to tailor products to customer specifications.

Darren Leigh went on: “We’re delighted to continue helping our customers set themselves apart from the competition. Branded and customized corporate goods and gifts are a fantastic way to incentivize and reward people.”

For more information visit www.leighmans.com, or follow the company on Twitter@Leighmans.com.

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New StuffAlert Website and Improved eBay Alert Service Launched by SonicZero Limited

SonicZero London, England 31st May 2012 is pleased to announce the successful launch of its new upgraded website and improved email eBay alert service that helps increase the probability of buyers finding exactly what is being searched for on eBay.

eBay buyers have been using StuffAlert to locate hard to find items on eBay since 2007. Now, as well as setting up alerts when no matching items are found, users can create email alerts where up to 25 items have been found. A complete record of all the items found matching users searches is automatically created and available to users on the website.

With StuffAlert users can quickly and easily search eBay and set up email alerts for the items they are looking for. StuffAlert continues to search eBay all day everyday and automatically sends email eBay alerts notifying users of new listings with direct links to the item on eBay. Users can manage all their eBay searches and alerts in one place with no cap on how many alerts can be set up and with complete control over email alerts.Passwords are encrypted so only users know what searches they have set up.

“The decision to upgrade the service was made in response to users requests and coincided with a decision to get eBay approval to increase the frequency of our automatic eBay searches. The result has been to deliver more frequent and consistent eBays alerts to our users who in turn are successfully completing more transactions” stated Rene Bachman, Managing Director of SonicZero.

StuffAlert currently works on iPads and other similar tablet devices and should be accessible via smartphone later this year. It is available to eBay buyers using the US and UK eBay marketplaces. Plans are already underway for StuffAlert to be rolled out to other English speaking countries in the forthcoming weeks.

eBay buyers whether newcomers and seasoned users interested in learning more about StuffAlert’s eBay alert service can visit the website (http://www.stuffalert.com) or for more information Contact Us.

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