It is sometimes difficult to persuade children to be tidy & to put their laundry in the washing basket, but this clever innovation will encourage even the most slovenly youngster to keep their room tidy! The large basketball style net hooks over the top of a door & acts as a laundry basket & holds up to 5kg of laundry. Perfect for teenagers! &, we suspect, some that should be old enough to know better. 1.3m ...

This tirelessly cheerful daisy-style flower is as happy as the day is long! It will dance & dance as long as the sun is shining, will even work by electric light &, being solar powered, it will never need a battery. Enough to brighten the dullest of days! ...

Dave, the cheeky monkey, will safely sit on the operator's shoulder with the special harness provided. He is built with cutting edge robotic technology, & will entertain & astound everyone! His simple controller activates over 30 movements with accompanying sounds, meaning thousands of sequences of behaviour are possible. With a combination of conversational monkey-like squeaks & mini phrases he is able to make himself understood & his life-like hand actions & head movements make him a truly interactive experience. With a little practice this cute pet monkey will be the centre of attention! ...

Pretty combinations of transfers can be simply rubbed onto the delicate, gauzy butterfly's wings to create special, unique designs. The wings are wire framed so that, after decoration, they can be repositioned as desired. Easy to do, & no glue or paints required! An ideal party activity or something for a rainy day. ...

A most unlikely use for iron filings, which are arranged using the magnetic wand to design different uh... well... we're sure you get the idea. Girls may like to test a new look &, perhaps, get feedback before doing anything with longer implications. The 'helpful' packaging offers suggestions including the Brazilian, the Valentine & the George Bush. ...

A free standing binder displaying amusing office related witticisms which can be displayed to express how well the day is going, or just to amuse colleagues. Examples include, 'situation desperate, send chocolate' & 'chaos, panic & disorder
- my work here is done'. The back of each sign features further entertainment such as resume mistakes & excuses for Monday mornings. There are 29 signs in all. 23cm
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Mmm... now which flavour should you pick today; chocolate sundae or strawberry shortcake? Each of these six balms smells like a different, delicious dessert & give moisture & protection to dry lips. The zipped pack has a gift tag attached, making it an ideal present for the sweet-toothed beauty you know. Now, time for some cherry pie! ...

The Diabolo is said to have originated in China, & enjoyed popularity in France in the early 1700s. Our version of this ancient juggler's toy works well & has the added advantage of being made from light & soft plastic, so is rather less destructive than the original wooden versions. It comes with instructions. ...