Novelties Direct Blog

Today we are talking about Bastille Day and why this day is celebrated. Bastille Day is on 14th July and commemorates the Storming Of The Bastille and Liberation for French Citizens. It is celebrated with Street Parties, Parades and Fireworks where the French Flag is flying and homes are Decorated with French Decorations. Please let us know what this day means to you and how you will celebrating.

The 4th July is American Indepence Day. This is a National Holiday in America and a day of celebrations to commemorate The Adoption Of Declaration in 1776. Many homes use Decorations such as American Flags, Bunting and Banners. There are also a lot of outdoor Barbeques and Picnics taking place using loads of fun Disposable Tableware. We would love to know if you are celebrating Independence Day and if you have experienced the atmosphere of celebrating in the USA.

Wimbledon has just started and as well as great Tennis this also symbolizes the Best of British. Included in these traditions are Strawberries and Cream, Queues and the Weather. Camping out with tents, sleeping bags and Diposable Tableware is also a big part of the Wimbledon atmosphere. We would love to know if you have ever queued for Wimbledon and what matches you have seen. 

Saturday 30th June is Armed Forces Day. We have been thinking about the dedicated work of the Armed Forces and how important this day is to raise awareness and support the Armed Forces. There are lots of events taking place and Flags will be flying with pride. Many Street Parties will have Union Jack Decorations, Bunting and Tableware. There is a National Event including a parade taking place in Plymouth. We would love to know if you are going to any of these events.

With the Jubilee Weekend nearly here I have finally got myself organised for my Traditional Royal Tea. Everything will be Union Jack Themed from the Flags and Bunting for decorating my house to The Union Jack Tableware for serving the finger sandwiches, royal cupcakes and scones. There will also be lots of Royal Hats and Accessories for everyone to enjoy. We hope that you all have a wonderful Jubilee weekend and would love to know how you will be celebrating. 

Today I have suddenly realised that I hav'nt yet chosen the outfit for my Jubilee Tea. The cast of TOWIE were photographed yesterday elegantly dressed in Red, White and Blue, I will be more fun than elegant. A Union Jack Dress is more for me with Matching Union Jack Glasees and Union Jack Hair Accessories. Of course my husband has to be in co-ordianating Union Jack Gear too. I would love to know what you will be wearing for the Jubilee.

With Harrods showing their Jubilee Royal Windows which are for the moment red and gold framing 31 crowns, I have been thinking about how I am going to be Decorating my house. I won't be replacing my windows but i will be hanging Union Jack Flags from them and putting up Union Jack Bunting. A Life Size Cardboard Cutout of the Queen will also make an appearance as well as loads of Red, White and Blue Balloons. We would love to know how you are planning to decorate your house for the soon approaching Jubilee.

As it is nearly time for the Iconic Eurovision Song Contest 2012 I have been remembering great moments like seeing Bucks Fizz and Brotherhood Of Man. I am still a fan of the Eurovision Song Contest and will be watching Englebert Humperdink representing the United Kingdom and would love to know if you are a fan and who your favourite participants have been. The final of the Eurovision Contest is on 26th May in Azerbajian and the hosting city is Baku.

With Euro 2012 fast approaching we have been looking at ways to cheer on your team with friends. The 2012 European Football Championships are taking place in Poland and Ukraine from 8th June - 4th July with 16 Nations taking part. There are so many ways to enjoy watching the Euro Championships with friends and to cheer on your team. Football and Country Decorations including Flags and Banners are put up in pubs, restaurants and homes and many supporters Dress Up in Wigs and Hats wearing Face Paint. We would love to know where you plan to watch this Football Tournament.

It is nearly time for The School Prom which is the culmination of months of solid revising and taking exams. This is such an exciting event for those finishing GCSE's and A Levels. A lot of the fun is also in the arrangements from choosing Venues, Decorations and Themes as well as outfits and who will be Prom King and Prom Queen. I never had a School Prom when I left school and would love to know if you did or if your children are going to their School Prom this year.