Whose business is this?
Phil and Lucy Ryan

How do you know them?
I used to work with Phil

What do you think of their business?
I think it’s brilliant. A UK-based high end camera accessories is a definite winner. Phil is passionate about photography and stops at nothing to get in some of the most fantastic/unique products he can.

Why would you recommend them to your friends?
Yep. 100%. I’ve want loads of stuff on the site and have quite a few friends who love photography.

Have you ever used them/bought a product or worked with them?
Yes I bought an 8GB DSLR USB stick (that looks like a Sony Alpha camera). Everyone I show it to loves it and asks where I got it from  (see the pic below).

How can we get in contact with them?
info@theusualshutterspecs.co.uk
0203 287 4459

Are they sociable – in an onliney type of way?
Very.
@shutterspecs
www.facebook.com/theusualshutterspecs (an extremely well curated photography community)
Blog – http://theusualshutterspecs.tumblr.com/

Whose business is this?
Run and owned by Sophie Upton

How do you know her?
Sophie is a friend

What do you think of their business?
Sophie set up The Learning Play Shop to sell well made and durable educational toys. As a teacher and a mum she knows what works and what doesn’t. Her online shop offers a range of toys for ages from birth.

Have you ever used them/bought a product or worked with them?
A jigsaw puzzle this week!

How can we get in contact with them?
07510 288936 or via thelearningplayshop.com/contact-us

Are they sociable – in an onliney type of way?
facebook.com/thelearningplayshop

Their ethos:
They stock toys from reputable manufacturers who endeavour to ensure the toys they produce are aimed to help with the mental, social and physical development of every child as well as being as environmentally friendly.

How do you know them?
Hired a marquee through them for my party.

What do you think of their business?
Great! The marquee was lovely, looked really pretty and was kept warm inside.

Have you ever used them/bought a product or worked with them?
Yes

How can we get in contact with them?
07810 865 033 / info@outisin.co.uk

Are they sociable – in an onliney type of way?
Facebook – Out Is In

Whose business is this?
Scarlett Macewen

How do you know her?
Past client of mine

What do you think of their business?
Talented lady and delicious food

What sets them apart from the rest?
Personal, friendly and delicious home made food

How can we get in contact with them?
E: scarlett@scarlettspantry.co.uk
M: 07733 226 619

How do you know them?
It is my brother’s business. They work with various design schools such as Central St Martins. Many of their ranges have won awards and they supply Harrods, Selfridges and Liberty in London.

What do you think of their business?
It’s great!

What sets them apart from the rest?
Unusual designs not found anywhere else!

Have you ever used them/bought a product or worked with them?A set of glasses for a wedding present.
A set of glasses for a wedding present.

How can we get in contact with them?
By email: sales@wattslondon.com or via their website www.wattslondon.co.uk

What’s their web address?

www.bitsbobsandoddjobs.com

Who’s business is this?

Chris Gilbey

How do you know him/her/them?

He’s a friend of my brother.

What do you think of their business?

If you have minor, or even major things that you need doing to your house or flat they can do it. From simply hanging up pictures or moving stuff around to painting, plumbing, electrics or even full on renovation they can do it.

Why would you recommend them to your friends?

Basically, Chris and his guys are so trustworthy you can just leave them to get on with things and it will be done. You can leave them alone in your house and know that everything will be fine. I have and always do recommend Chris for anyone that needs odd jobs doing.

Have you ever used them/bought a product or worked with them?

I’ve used them loads of times for exactly what they say they do – odd jobs! Hanging up pictures, painting the shed, assembling beds, general maintenance type stuff. I’d use Chris over anyone else for that kind of thing.

How can we get in contact with them?

Call Chris on 020 8244 5060 or email chris@bitsbobsandoddjobs.com

Are they sociable – in an onliney type of way?

I think he’s too busy to be sociable!!

Whose business is this?
Charles & Becky Hoare’s

How do you know them?
Becky (Charles’ wife) & I have known each other since the minute we were born, literally. Charles is her crazy half-French husband.

What do you think of their business?
Brilliant. They are both passionate about what they do, have incredible people powers, are creative & committed.

Why would you recommend them to your friends?
Because they are young, energetic and have vision.

Have you ever used them/bought a product or worked with them?
No, because I don’t have a garden – or any green space near my London flat.

How can we get in contact with them?
t. 01869 345712
m. 07870 564450
e. charleshoare@live.co.uk

Whose business is this?
Genevieve Symons

How do you know her?
She’s my sister.

What do you think of their business?
It’s a great business for those seeking hand made bespoke dresses. She can make anything from bridesmaid dresses, veils, page boy outfits… and alterations. You name it Gen will try her best to make something special for you and make the whole process stress free and enjoyable.
She is a small, friendly business with great prices and beautiful designs.

Why would you recommend them to your friends?
Because Genevieve is a great dress maker, with years of experience. She makes all her clients feel special and welcome, trying to design a dress to their required needs. I know my friends would be thrilled with the out come and undoubtedly spread the word!

Have you ever used them/bought a product or worked with them?
I’m lucky enough she’s my sister, so i get a few freebies from time to time!

How can we get in contact with them?
genevieve@genevievedesigns.co.uk

+44 (0) 7974 825326
+44 (0) 208 3928 227

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Whose business is this?
Keith Palmers

How do you know him?
Found him via Google 3 years ago and used him since.

What do you think of their business?
A first class business

Why would you recommend them to your friends?
After using various service engineers locally and always having issues with the Aga going out, Keith immediately identified the issues and resolved them. He is immaculately tidy, professional and a pleasure to deal with.

Have you ever used them?
He now annually services our Aga.

How can we get in contact with them?
Keith M Palmer & Co

52 Kingsland Road
Boxmoor
Hemel Hempstead
Hertfordshire
HP1 1QD
Tel: 01442 268924
Mob: 07740 432405
Fax: 01442 268979
Email: keith@aga-rayburn-service.co.uk

How do you know of them/how did you find them?
I researched a number of companies when I was looking for Bi-fold doors for my home. This included visiting a shortlist of 3 to finalise my choice.

What do you think of their business?
I found them very professional and helpful in assisting me to make the right decisions. Whilst they deal with Architects and Designers continually they obviously value business directly with the public.

Why would you recommend them to your friends?
They were a pleasure to deal with from the initial advice right through to the installation. The price was competitive, their communication with me thorough and the quality of the product supplied excellent.

Have you ever used them?
Yes for our new Bi-fold doors (see pics below).

How can we get in contact with them?
Sunflex House
Diamond Road
Rhombus Business Park
Norwich
Norfolk
NR6 6NN

T: 01603 408804
F: 01603 258648
E: info@i-d-systems.co.uk

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