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May Shopping News

Release your property’s potential with Architect in the House
Architect and TV presenter George Clarke is calling on homeowners to release their property’s potential by getting some expert advice from an architect through Architect in the House. Run by the housing charity Shelter and the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), Architect in the House is a popular scheme that provides you with the chance to enjoy an hour-long consultation with a RIBA Chartered architect, who has donated their time for free, for a suggested donation of just £40 to Shelter. Whether it’s building an extension, knocking through a wall or a complete renovation, the scheme is a fantastic opportunity for homeowners to discuss their ideas with a RIBA chartered architect while raising money for Shelter’s work with homeless and badly housed families. Participants will be matched with RIBA Chartered architects from May and consultations can take place any time up to the end of November. This year the scheme is sponsored by leading stone wool insulation firm Rockwool. Homeowners across the UK can register until 11th July at www.architectinthehouse.org.uk.





A toast to British design
This May, iconic ceramic and textile designer Emma Bridgewater and Dualit have joined forces to create the ultimate British toaster. The winning combination of a timeless Dualit toaster with Emma Bridgewater's nostalgic spotty print creates a kitchen gadget that is as beautiful as it is functional. Prices start from £165 for a two-slot toaster. Available from www.johnlewis.com







Win a Diamond with Chow
Chow, a new snacking brand with a continental twist, has launched a range of queen green olives to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee. Dressed with cracked black pepper to add a touch of heat they are ideal for sharing with friends and family when you’re raising a glass to toast the Queen. And to make the celebrations even more enjoyable Chow is giving away 10 diamonds, each worth £1,000! All you need to do is enter your pack's unique code at www.chowdiamond.co.uk, where further details, plus full terms and conditions can also be found. New Chow queen green olives are available from Sainsbury's stores at £2 for 180g. Look out for the fun, colourful pack, which sports a Union Jack flag and bunting. 




Lindeman's and Oxfam join forces to launch a wine and book club
This month Lindeman's and Oxfam are launching a series of wine and bookclub events, taking place in Oxfam Bookshops nationwide. The aim is to bring people together over a glass of wine to talk about the books they love and give you a chance to re-stock your library with a spot of shopping. All that is asked is that participants donate a bag of books and Lindeman's will match the amount made in sales at each event. For more information please visit www.wineandbookclub.co.uk





The Sleep Room expands its collection
The Sleep Room has just launched its brand new collection, which now means you can shop for stylish items for all areas of your home - not just the bedroom - with new sofas, armchairs, chairs, breakfast-in-bed kits, scatter cushions, day beds, towels as well as beds and bed linen to tempt you. To view the new collections please visit www.thesleeproom.com







Bubble Tea
To celebrate one of the most iconic tastes of a British summer, Bubbleology, the authentic Taiwanese bubble tea cafe, has created a limited edition Strawberry & Cream Bubble Tea with fresh whipped cream and strawberry popping boba. This is the perfect addition to mark the great British celebrations taking place this year, including the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, the Olympics and of course, Wimbledon. From 1st May-30th July, the Strawberry & Cream Bubble Tea will be available at the Soho Bubbleology and Fifth Floor Harvey Nichols store in Knightsbridge priced from £3.75. For more information please visit www.bubbleology.co.uk