Rising Stars
March 10, 2022
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A cosmos of celestial celebrations, of magical moons and mystic stars, and the sun tarot card radiating its positivity and optimism, shared the same greeting
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How much is that doggie (card) in the window?
February 15, 2022
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With more than a quarter of Brits welcoming a new pet into their home during the pandemic (source: YouGov), products featuring our four-legged friends have
Tache launches Famous Foods range at Spring Fair
February 3, 2022
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Dorset based greeting card publisher, Tache, has secured a licencing agreement with British consumer goods company, Unilever. The year-long contract sees some very familiar and
Sundae Girl
October 18, 2021
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Taking a Sunday trip to last month’s Top Drawer Autumn at London’s Olympia, long-time greetings industry stalwart and promo filmmaker Gale Astley spotted a trio
Tatty Teddy is Thinking of You!
September 20, 2021
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After the isolation of lockdown, Me to You, the much-loved brand featuring Tatty Teddy, the cute grey bear with a blue nose and patches, is
Festive Dreams Of Togetherness
September 2, 2021
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Autumnal leaves blaze bright in flame colours as nature flares its last hurrah for the year, and thoughts of Christmas tint our thoughts, especially for
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