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Modatoi.co.uk is the place to come for the essence of French elegance. It’s an Aladdin’s cave for everybody who’s a bit of a women’s footwear, clothes and general fashion fanatic. You won’t be disappointed by the massive assortment of women’s shoes, clothes and accessories we have available. What we don’t know about shoes and boots isn’t worth knowing, so you can be sure that we stock footwear suitable for every mood and every pocket.

There’s everything from platform and over-the-knee boots, along with court shoes. Maybe you want something hard-wearing to keep your feet protected from the toughest weather, but without abandoning your fashion sense by the wayside. Our range of very fashionable boots and half boots ought to fit the bill perfectly.

We also sell women’s sandals, high heels, mules and flats. For those special nights out we’ve got it sorted. Our ladies’ shoes will get you off on the right foot! Shoes that turn heads are on the menu here, with trend-setting, sassy, breath-taking designs. Every colour imaginable is to be seen – electric blues, sunny oranges and playful fuchsias. We stock all types of shoes in sizes 2 to 8, so ladies with larger feet have nothing to fear. But there’s more to Modatoi than just shoes.

You can discover a large assortment of other goods including skirts, jewellery and coats. Furthermore, shopping through Modatoi is so easy. Firstly, delivery will cost you nothing for orders worth over 50 pounds. But there’s more, we offer 10% off purchases worth over £110, which means you can really spoil yourself on our stunning style items. We’ve almost forgotten to mention our satisfied or your money back guarantee as well as our convenient client telephone hotline, accessible 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. If you’re on the look-out for fantastic French-style fashion, you know where to come!

This is the first of many posts regarding hotel supplies. All hotels, bed and breakfasts and guest houses need supplies, these  guest supplies range from simple key tags right the way up to beds and wardrobes. What defines a hotel is the quality of its supplies and the way the supplies are arranged used and replaced. What I will be talking more about in these blog posts are the more specific hotel supplies that are supplied by www.janitorialsuppliesonline.co.uk and www.hotelguestsupplies.co.uk both of these site supply some fantastic disposable products used by hotels and guest houses. The supplies I wish to tell you about are the regularly seen miniature guest soaps and hotel shampoos shower caps and shoe shines.

Many hotels, B&B’s and guest houses offer complimentary products which help facilitate their guests stay. These products commonly include hotel  soap, hotel shampooand bath & shower gels. There are many other extras that can be offered and they include body srubs, body lotion, conditioner, shower caps, vanity kits, shoe shine, dental kits, shaving kits, sewing kits and even loofahs. Liquid soap in the form of pump dispensers are another great way to offer their guest simple washing facilities. These liquid dispensers are often complimented with shampoo, shower gels, conditioners and hand & body lotion.

There are many different ranges on the market with many different styles colours shapes and sizes. There are of course different grades designed for different costs and budgets. This can be difficult to spot to the uninitiated with many medium budget products offering quality names and style. Some ranges offer sheer opulence at a really low price. This means that even the most budget conscious hotelier can offer their hotel guests fantastic guest supplies with no need to raise the price of the overnight stay.

I will be writing more about each individual product over the next few posts so please keep coming back to the blog for updates.

Do you think there is any better way to commemorate your lovely dog as compared to personalized gift items? Well, to be frank these customized gifts tend to act as a perfect choice, irrespective of the budget you have and the preferences you have. You can easily get the name of your dog on picture frames and affix some cute looking pictures. These photos would act as wonderful memorabilia in the prospect and more so these fit in all kinds of budgetary restrictions also.

Apart from the photo, you can get some great messages engraved on the picture frames if you want to express your love and compassion for the pet. The material out of which these picture frames are made also matters a lot as if you pick a fragile one, then you cannot be assured that it would stay in a perfect usable condition for long. Laser engraved customized picture frames are a hot pick these days as with these the quality of the end product that you will get is good and more so the engraving is also quite impressive.

Always make sure that the customized picture frames for dogs that you pick are made up of high quality material such as wood or iron. You also need to check that the picture frame is ready to be mounted on the wall as with this it would become easy to hang it on the wall with ease. The standard size of the picture frame also matters a lot as with this you can be rest assured that the clicked pictures would fit in perfectly. You can also these customized picture frames as gifts, if you have a family member or friend who has a lovely dog at home.

When one talks of the customized picture frames for dogs you have the control of choices in your hands, whether that is of color schemes and the font in which the text message is to be engraved. A top quality customized picture frame would act as a perfect gifting item that the recipient would cherish for years to come.

There are different stages through which our dogs pass through and a pet lover would like to keep a memorabilia of all those lovely moments. Clicking pictures and keeping them with oneself is a fine way to express love towards that dear four legged family member. People who are willing to spend big can go in for the picture frames made out of wood or iron.

If you are an art enthusiast and want to come out with a masterpiece, there are different kinds of customized picture frames for dogs in the market that could help you do this in an easy way. When it comes to placing these pictures frames, you have to be extra cautious as if you place them in an area that does not manages to grab some great attention of the guests all your efforts would go futile. Place them in the area that enjoys maximum light and is open.

For more information on customized picture frames for dogs and Customized photo frames for dogs, please visit: http://www.biograframe.com

We know how easy it is to find an outfit and a pair of matching shoes. With ever changing trends and up to date styles these items of clothing and accessories are one of the first items any woman would purchase. Yet we find thousands of women all over the country feeling incomplete and looking for a special item that will give their look the lift it needs.

Take for example a clutch bag that is a major neccessity with any outfit. They are available in many colours, sizes and styles and best of all, most likely the cheapest accessory to enhance your look this party season.

Blue clutch bags tend to be the most popular colour to choose towards this time of the year. With many outfits being of another colour the contrast in the colours work extremely well together. There are many shades of a blue clutch bag ranging from sky blue to cobalt blue.

Clutch bags or evening bags can be the hardest sought after item as the choices are far more wider in comparison to a dress and the styles can be very different from one another. Many women prefer satin blue bags but the latest trends show that fully covered crystal blue clutch bags are becoming ever more popular.

So when we ask what you should be looking out for when you consider getting ready for the party season, we hope you remember to accessorize your outfit with a clutch bag. It will give you the confidence and style you are seeking.

If you’re a first time mum to be, shopping for your baby can often become overwhelming; there are so many things to think about and so many different products out there. But don’t despair, The Cuddles Co are here to help, that’s why we have compiled the ultimate baby shopping list for new mum, in which we aim to teach you what you actually need, and what you could possible live without.

Things you need!

Nappies
nappies are the first thing you should start to buy for your baby, even if there’s still months before the precious little one ( or ones ) arrive. its really surprising how many nappy changes a new baby will need, therefore it’s a good idea to stock up on a few boxes to get you through the first week or so, the last thing you need during that time is to be stressing about nappies or lack of them!

Bodysuits/baby vests
These are a classic baby essential, and it’s always a good idea to have a few body vests for your baby, these are great for wearing under other clothing or even on their own in summer.

Sleep suits/ all in ones
Sleep suits are another classic baby essential, many babies will spend the first few months of there life wearing sleep suits, and to be honest there really no need to wear anything else. Many sleep suits have built in feet, and often the smaller sizes sleep suits will often have fold over scratch mitts, so there perfect for dressing your little one, during the early stages of there life.

Hat
A baby hat is a must for a new baby, especially when leaving the hospital ( most midwifes will actually recommend you bring a hat with you to keep the baby warm on its first encounter with the great outdoors.)

Socks
Although most sleep suits have built in feet, there will be times when your baby isn’t wearing something with built in feet, and for times like this, it is a good idea to have at least 2 pairs of baby sock. When it comes to baby socks The cuddles co recommend soft touch brand baby socks, these socks seem to say on a little ones feet far better than any others, and they also come in lots of funky pattens.

Bibs
Babies have a tendency to dribble during feeding and occasionally will vomit afterwards. Without bibs you would need to change your baby’s clothing a number of times per day to keep them looking and feeling clean, however the use of a simple bib will prevent the need to change your baby’s clothes, as the bib can easily be soiled and changed umpteen times a day, with no effort or without disturbing your little one.

Scratch mitts
A couple of pairs of scratch mitts are essentials for new born babies. A babies nails grow extremely fast and become sharp quickly, so if their nails are unprotected your baby risks scratching there delicate skin. A pair of scratch mitts however, means that your baby skin is safe from scratches, without the need to cut there delicate little nails.

Feeding bottles
Even if you plan on breast feeding your baby, it always a good idea to have a couple of bottles handy. It may not always be convenient to breast feed, and bottles are the best alternative. Having a couple of bottles handy can also mean that your partner could feed the baby ( extremely handy during the night, to give you much needed rest.

Moses basket
Moses baskets are great for the early stages while your baby is still small. These can be easily and safely moved around the home, leaving a safe, comfortable place for your baby to relax, while you relax anywhere around the home. There also great for taking around other people’s houses, the small mobile design allows for easy transportation, especially when combined with a folding stand. The main downside of the Moses basket is that babies can outgrow these after half a year, however the savvy shopper could easily create a Moses basket from scratch, simply buy purchasing the basket, mattress and Moses basket dressing separately.

Changing mat
Baby’s need a lot of changing, and they also need somewhere comfortable to be changed, buy a good padded changing mat for at home, most are pvc coated and therefore can be easily cleaned, and a cosy hand towel is a good idea to lay on-top of the mat to keep your baby’s back nice and warm.

Changing bags
Channing bags come in all shapes and sizes, and there is no one which I could suggest, it’s all really just a matter of individual. There is a variety of colours, shapes (messenger, traditional, rucksack …) and sizes available, but the key thing is to buy a bag which will fit in all the equipment you need with you on the go.

Things you don’t need ( but may just come in handy)

Activity matts
An activity mat is a great way to entertain your baby during the early months, the bright colours and different textures help to stimulate their young mind.

Nursery rhymes book/app
Everyone knows a nursery rhyme or two, but how many do you really know all the words to? No one want to be half way through rock a bye baby and realise you don’t know the words and end up making up your own version (never quite the same as the original, if your anything like me that is)  A nursery rhymes book is a great way to reefs you nursery rhyme knowledge, and the book will always bring back the sweetest memories every time you look back on it in the years to come. An app for your smart phone is also a good idea, if you have an apple or android etc. there even a number of nursery rhyme apps that are free of charge.

Baby bouncers/ rockers
These are a god send, there that good I nearly put this one in the you need this item section.  You can pop your baby in one of these, and they will be play happily, leaving you the chance to get some much needed relaxation, safe in the knowledge your baby is being entertained safely. The rocking and bouncing motion is also good for the development of your babies balance.

Bath thermometers
Babies have a tendency to get messy ( I know, shock, horror) a bath thermometer is a handy device to easily check that the temperature of your babies bath is ideal. Gone are the days of forever dipping your elbow in the bath every two minutes to check the temperature, not an essential but for less than £3 pound, well worth it.

Other top tips…

Everyone I’m sure, at some point when shopping for your new-born baby will see something so cute, you just have to have it for your baby, for example that cute little outfit or little pair of shoes. Its ok give into temptation now and then, but our top tip is buy the outfit in a few sizes to big i.e. for a new born (7.5lbs) buy 3-6 months, you will get lots of outfits as presents when your baby is born, and people tend to purchase new-born or 0-3 months, so chances are you will have lots of this size once the baby is born, so buy a size or two bigger and you will save in the long run.

If i’m looking for something, anything I always hit the net first. Its a research thing. I like to know as much about what i’m either talking about or going to buy first. For instance. I recently decided to make some home movies and although I have a DV camera i thought it would be cool to use my iPhone. So within 10 minutes of searching the web I realised I would need an external microphone for the iPhone. 5 minutes later I had shortlisted a number of microphones and decides i needed an omi directional mic. The power of the web kicked in and I was then comparing gain levels and hertz frequencies to find the best for me.

My girlfriend is the same, she loved a shampoo used on her at her hairdressers but they had none in stock (doh!) so she hit the web and looked for Shampoo reviews just to make sure it was the best hair product for her – and it was – she bought it.

Anyway, back to my mini movie epic. I found the right mic for me on a site and was about to purchase for £10 in my excitement when I quickly did a shopping search in google and ended up getting the same mic on eBay for £1.50.

As a seller I hate eBay – there are some very dishonest and over demanded consumers out there who expect customer service from a busy individual as good as John Lewis – Hello!? We all have busy lives and sometimes you cant get to the post office for a couple of days but some peeps think that you are sitting there waiting for a sale with a box ready and stamps ready licked. It doesn’t work like that. So, I bought the mic – it hasn’t arrived yet but hey, give it a few days and it will arrive and ill be happy.

Will I leave a negative on eBay cos I didn’t get the next day – hell no! but other people would.

I once sold an item on eBay and the auction ended on Saturday afternoon. I had a snotty email on Monday afternoon demanding to know where the item was. It beggars belief. I sent it on Monday it arrived on Thursday thanks to royal Mails first class deliver (lol) and they left a neutral feed back – come on get a life.

So when Micky (name of my new mic) arrives I’ll be happy. If it isn’t great then so what, it only cast a few quid and I chose it, so the fault would lie with me. would I send it back, of course not you take the rough with the smooth.

Role on my epic film creation.