Nature gets functional

After the run away success of our Sparrow Bird Hooks, we are sure these sweet Squirrel Hooks will prove just as popular.

These sets of two red squirrels - never the nasty greys! -will brighten up your hallway, giving a fun and easy way to get organised, whatever your age!

Sparrow Bird Hook £12.50

More gorgeous going ons

Move over Liverpool, our Preston store is hot on your heels with their fantastic interpretation of the original Summer window featuring our lovely Papaya paper products.

These goodies are only available instore, so pop on down to our Preston gift boutique in Miller Arcade to bag yourself some pretty summer cards, tags and canvas prints!

Just get the hint

Some times you just need to leave a little reminder to make sure things get done/don't get forgotten and generally make your life easier! Can you tell this is the case at mine sometimes?

Stay cool and calm, just leave these 'Get the hint' magnets in strategic places, perhaps on the fridge with the note about needing more milk 'Buy this', or on your kitchen notice board with the forgotten gig tickets 'Looking for this?'.

Or you could just be totally subtle and use the Wish List Advisory set to drop hints about ideal birthday gifts - well there's nothing like getting an unwanted present!

Get the hint - Gentle Reminder Magnets £4.00

Fun & laughs at the Gift Store

Here's our gorgeous Lizz from the Utility Gift Store Team in Liverpool modeling some very fetching XRay Specs! It's not just fun and games at the gift store though, as we have some seriously cool cards and wrap plus original gift ideas to treat someone special.

You won't find our paper gift goods online, so head over to Liverpool and pop in to say hello!

Happy 60th Birthday Snoopy!

For a sixty year old, everyone's favourite cartoon Beagle Snoopy is looking fantastic!

Saul in our fabulous Liverpool Gift Store in Bold Street has created this homage to Snoopy in celebration of his last sixty years and our new Snoopy products in store. As well as a fun range of Snoopy gift cards and cuddly toys (including Woodstock!) we have new Snoopy collectibles that make great gifts for all ages - both those who remember the original and younger fans today!

If you've taken a fancy to out giant plush Snoopy in the window, he could be yours - just head on down to our store on Bold Street to enter!

Another happy customer

One of our lovely customers was kind enough to take the time today and get in touch to say:

"Good customer service is something which is more and more of a rarity these days. The order has arrived, and not only was I impressed with the quality of the item, I was also impressed by the obvious enthusiasm and care you take with the items you sell.
To find that the item had been personally checked, and also to receive a chocolate bar 'token of thanks' was far beyond what I would normally expect.

It's the small things that matter sometimes, and these small things put a smile on my face. I just wanted to let you know that I appreciated it, and would be very pleased to deal with Utility again."

Thanks again. It really makes our day to hear that our customers are so happy with our service. Well done Team!

Sounds of Summer

New from Vita Audio is the fabulously stylish looking R1 Deluxe Tabletop Radio.

Clad with a choice of finishes, the R1delivers quality sounds with impeccable styling and a beautifully tactile feel - as expected from Vita Audio products.

The top if the unit features the trademark 'RotoDial' - one simple control for the whole radio, making it super easy to operate. There's a 10 station preset, so you'll always be able to tune into your favourite station, plus there's an MP3 input so your favourite songs are only a click away.

Other features include: DAB & FM Radio with RDS, Clock & Alarm functions, LCD screen.

Vita Audio R1 Deluxe Tabletop Radio from £159.99

Order now for delivery July 2010

Personalise a classic

Just in here at Utility, these Personalised Classic Novels make a fantastic gift for readers of any age and make a wonderful keepsake to treasure.

In the gift box you'll find everything you need to create your own version of one of four classic novels. Simply follow the instructions and register on line or by post. You just substitute your name with the name of the leading character and create your own cast list - using yourself, family and friends to play all the leading characters. You can also write your own personalised dedication inside the front cover if it's a gift.

You will then receive your own personalised classic novel in the post - first edition!

There are four classic titles to choose from, my personal favourite - the nautical themed Treasure Island. Ahoy there matey! Or choose story of the moment, Alice in Wonderland or is that Helen or Clare in Wonderland?...

Personalised Classic Novels £19.95 each

Limited Edition Linda McCartney Exclusive!

We've just released details of this Limited Edition book; Linda McCartney's Life in Photography - A Retrospective.

With only 750 copies available worldwide, this 288 page collectors item will be sold on a first come first served basis.

Each of these amazing books come signed by Sir Paul McCartney and contains stunning photographs by Linda McCartney documenting the explosive 1960s with the Beatles and the daily life of their growing family.

Annie Leibowitz and Martin Harrison have also contributed to the volume, making it a collectors must-have. In addition, each copy comes with two special art editions.

The estimated cost is in the region of £2,000 per copy, but this has yet to be confirmed.

Please register your interest now by emailing us at info@utilitydesign.co.uk

Linda McCartney's Life in Photographs - A Retrospective - available to pre-order at Utility

Hot 2010 Chair - Vitra Eames Upholstered Plastic Chiar

Hot design news - new Vitra reissue for 2010!
Initially manufactured as a plastic chair, you might know it better as the DSW, Vitra have reintroduced the fully Upholstered Plastic Chair for 2010.

There's both a side and armchair option available, in all the usual base colours of the plastic version, plus a range of fabric colour options.

The padded upholstery of this popular chair makes it an exceptionally cosy seating option!

Contact us now at info@utilitydesign.co.uk for further information

Vitra Plastic Upholstered DSW Chair from £522.00

Sneak preview of new Fritz Hansen Nap Chair

The Nap Chair is an addition to the Fritz Hansen range, designed by trained cabinet maker Kasper Salto.

Available with or without arms in four neutral colourways, the Nap Chair is a reflection of Salto's own approach to design - design with relevance. "The name Nap is an abbreviation of the three key sitting positions; Normal, Active and Passive – because sitting is in fact a constant movement." says Salto.

The Nap Chair features a nylon shell with glossy exterior and a rippled interior to emphasize the geometry of the chair. The contours of the chair will naturally adapt to the shape of the human body, making it a comfortable, well priced seating option. What's more, it's stackable too, as we all know that sometimes a flexible option for when extra guests arrive is an entertaining must!

Fritz Hansen Nap Chair from £208.00

FREE Eames 'Dots' Pen with every RAR Rocker

Until 31st May, we are offering a FREE enamel Eames 'Dots' Pen worth £54.95 with every purchase of an Eames RAR Rocker.

The RAR Rocker is a classic Eames design, loved by everyone, is available in 8 rock and roll shades that will make a statement in any room!

To get your FREE 'Dots' pen, simply add the pen to your basket and add promo code ROCKON at the checkout.

Eames RAR Rocker £365.00

Classic Wishbone Chair - New Citrus Edition for 2010

The beautiful Hans J. Wegner Wishbone Chair is now available in these zesty citrus editions for 2010- great timing for summer interior updates!

The updated Wishbone Chair is available now in Citrus Yellow, Cool Mint, Lime Green and Pale Green, this classic 1949 design is every inch the Danish design classic!

These new citrus shades of the Wishbone Chair come with white papercord seats, to really show off that zing!

Carl Hansen Wishbone Chair - Citrus Edition £510.00

Pretty Pantone Storage

Another great Pantone storage solution has arrived here at Utility.

These cool metal Pantone wallstore units work as a magnetic notice board and storage unit in one! Available in seven classic Pantone shades, the magnetic area gives space for postcards and notes, whilst the folded area below is great for magazines, newspapers and post. Clever, eh!

We think these will look great in your hallway, for easy family storage, or use then in your home office and kids rooms for keeping clutter together!

Pantone Magnetic Wallstore £45.00

Spun - Thomas Heatherwick for Magis

Launched by Magis at the 2010 Salone Internazionale del Mobile Spun by Thomas Heatherwick (UK Pavilion, Shanghai Expo 2010) is a stool, chair and sculptural object of beauty rolled into one. Made from spun polyethylene this is a well priced design which makes a statement in any space. Available to order now.

Great New Designs Just Released From Tom Dixon

Just released on line are some great new designs from Tom Dixon. The Jack Light is a re-edition of a classic from 1994 whilst the new Void Pendant Light is a polished suspension light in brass, steel or copper. The Offcut Stool has been partnered with the Offcut Bench - making more use of all the waste produced from the furniture industry. All are available to order now for delivery from June.

A truly tasty treat!

Truly Scrumptious is a Truly Scrumptious Cakestand! Indulge in this truly scrumptious flat pack floral cakestand that means you can take tea with friends on the go.

Build the tiered stand from an array of fabulous floral cardboard tiers and stack your delicious fairy cakes and cucumber sandwiches high!

What's more, because it's flat pack, it makes the perfect 'grab and wrap' gift for last minute presents!

Truly Scrumptious Cakestand £9.50

Gorgeousness at our gift store!

Spring is well on its way in our Liverpool gift store with this beautiful window display! The girls have chosen to showcase their pick of our gorgeous gift cards and bag range, great for the girly girls in your life!

So get down to Bold Street and pop in for more of our fantastic range of gift ideas.

Desktop addition

If you're looking for something abit different to brighten up your day, look no further! The Pencil Sharpener Desk Tidy is one of our best sellers. Non functioning of course , this oversize desk tidy is just as useful as the real thing, storing all your stationery and desk top clutter!

Pencil Sharpener Desk Tidy £15.00