To keep your leather chair looking its best, just vacuum clean it regularly and use a damp cloth to remove any dust and accumulated dirt. Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight for long periods, and keep it at least 30cm away from any radiators.

Love Tie and Cufflinks Gift Set, Pink, at John Lewis
Show him you care with this tie and cufflinks gift set. Consisting of a pink striped silk tie and square cufflinks inscribed with the word 'love'. Gift boxed.

Panasonic Digital Widescreen Television with Stand, TX28DTX1C, 28 Inch, at John Lewis
Free 5 year guarantee. Widescreen Integrated Digital television, with lots more free-to-air programmes, including access to digital radio stations. The Electronic Programme Guide makes selection a cinch you can even create your own 'favourites'. Featuring Panasonic's Quintrix screen for excellent picture performance and Digital Comb Filter for sharper images. With self assembly stand that can hold your DVD and VCR player …

Multicoloured Picnic Tote Bag, at John Lewis
This multicoloured tote bag is just perfect for those long, leisurely summer days. Designed with fun in mind, it'll carry all your essentials in style.

Ultimate Mars Rover Kit, at John Lewis
Launch your own mission to Mars! Turn a dining table into the red planet and go exploring with the motorised 'Rover'. Answer questions on Mars and win time to explore with your Rover - try and pick up as many mineral 'samples' as you can, but watch out for craters!

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New England Tall 8 Drawer Chest, at JohnLewis
An 8-drawer tall chest in a mixture of solid tulip wood and tulip wood veneers, with an ivory hand painted finish.

Atlantic 125cm Circular table, at John Lewis
Atlantic folding dining table, made from courbaril wood. Courbaril wood is a South American hardwood from Guyana. It is used extensively for bridge decking and boat building. Strong and durable, it retains a good surface finish after exposure to weather. Initially it has a warm, natural, cinnamon colour which, like other timbers of this type, will weather to an attractive silver grey. Seats 4.

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TP889 Crazy Wave Stepset, at John Lewis
TP889 crazywavy stepset to fit the Crazywave slide body. High density plastic treated for longer life. Galvanised steel frame with lifetime guarantee against rust causing failure.

Suitable for use with: TP888 or TP969 Crazywave Slide body.

Lambskin Strollerfleece Liner, at JohnLewis
The tailor-made Strollerfleece liner is designed to fit either a car seat or a pushchair. Made from 100% natural lambskin, its 3cm pile offers a calming and soothing environment for travelling infants and toddlers. Machine washable. Full care instructions are included. Weight 512g. L73cm, W33cm.

Zanussi Washing Machine, White, ZWF1440, at John Lewis
Free 2 year guarantee. A large capacity machine with A+ rated energy and A rated wash performance which is exceptionally easy to use. Just switch on the machine, select the fabric type, and the machine will select the best programme for you. You can also select a quick wash option or a Night Wash; this will pause the programme at the rinse stage, leaving you to spin your laundry when you get up, and enabling you to take advantage of cheaper off-peak electricity. You can also use the delay start function to start the machine at the appropriate time. Wash programme progress can be monitored on the easy-to-read LED display.

For anyone in the household with sensitive skin, youll find the Super Rinse option useful to ensure all detergent residues are banished. Variable spin speed allows you to adjust the usual prescribed speed for a particular programme; for example, reduce it to minimise creasing. Vary the temperature too if you wish.

Zanussi washing machine tubs are constructed from HiCarboran, a unique and hard-wearing polymer-based material which reduces wear and tear and cuts down on noise and vibration.

Zante Patio Heater, Stainless Steel, at John Lewis
Its extra wide canopy and efficient heating mechanism mean that more people can stay warm, as its 13kW output heats up to 15m. With variable heat control, and anti-tilt switch and flame failure cut-out safety devices.

Avalon Spoonback Chair, Natural, at John Lewis
Homely, high-backed chair in an unassuming natural colour, with fibre filled seat cushions and feather and down filled back cushions. Covers 76% rayon, 24% polyester. Specialist clean only. Exclusive to John Lewis.

Bosch Washing Machine, White, WFR3268, at John Lewis
Free 2 year guarantee. A larger capacity, triple A-rated machine with a substantial range of programmes for every kind of clothes care. If you're in a hurry, it includes a special 30C mixed load programme which will do a half load in just 35 minutes. You can also speed up standard programmes for lightly soiled clothes, or use the 'Freshen Up' programme, or set the time you want the programme to end.

Sensors monitor the progress of the wash and adjust water and energy levels accordingly, but the Wash Plus system ensures that you still get optimum energy and performance levels at both low and high temperatures. With variable spin speeds, child lock, extra rinse and reduced ironing options, you have a comprehensive machine that will save you time, effort and money.

Bosch washing machines feature the 3D Aquaspa Wash System where water enters from three sides for quick and effective water distribution. During the wash, laundry is showered from above through specially designed paddles, ensuring gentle washing optimum usage of the water in the drum.

Bosch machines also have specially designed asymmetric paddles for greater fabric care, with agitation and drum rotation dictated by the type of fabrics being washed. Sensors monitor and adjust performance at every stage of the wash; for example, two infrared beams assess how cloudy the water is at the rinse cycle stage, and adjust rinse length and number of rinses accordingly.

Bosch guarantees that if an appliance is discontinued, its major components will be available for at least 10 years afterwards in the event of a part needing replacement.

Georgina Cot, White Wash, at John Lewis
Contemporary slatted styling, made from solid birch, with a white wash finish. The cot features a one-handed drop-side, teething rails and a 3 position base. Complies with BS EN 716. Mattress available separately. Flat packed for self assembly. Exclusive to John Lewis.

Angove's Bear Crossing Shiraz / Merlot 2002/03 S Australia, Case of 12, at John Lewis
The long cool 2002 growing season produced the best grapes the Riverland area has seen for years. This attractive blend combines the feisty pepper and spice of Shiraz with the smooth minty finesse of Merlot. An easy-drinking red with soft tannins for all occasions. Every bottle sold assists the Koala Foundation to protect the species.

Space Coffee Table, at John Lewis
Stunning combination of glass top and and chrome frame with criss cross pieces. Made in Italy. Exclusive to John Lewis.

Vintage Enamel Cake Tin, Cream, at John Lewis
Tough and traditional cake tin made of enamelled steel with a chrome trim. Part of a nostalgic collection of kitchen storage and utensils.

Accent Three Drawer Bedside Chest, at John Lewis
The top drawer of the chest is enhanced with simple panel of frosted glass to add a sophisticated touch.

Accent furniture offers simplicity, strength and excellent value for a clean, fresh look in any bedroom. Made in 100% solid birch with a natural light finish, the top drawers of the chests are enhanced with simple panels of frosted glass. Requires partial self assembly. Exclusive to John Lewis.

TP722 Climbing Rope, at John Lewis
A 2.5m polyhemp twisted climbing rope with 4 knots. Attachable to Sherwood Double and Deck and suitable trees and beams.

Suitable for use with: TP806 Sherwood Single Swing Arm, TP807 Sherwood Double Swing Arm, TP808 Sherwood Triple Swing Arm and TP815 Sherwood Tower.

Brabantia Touch Bin, Matt Brushed Steel, 30L, at John Lewis
Thanks to its 'one touch' mechanism, all you have to do is apply light pressure to the lid of this bin and it will open. With removable plastic inner bucket for easy emptying and sturdy hand grip for easy carrying. Made of chromium steel with a Galfan coating.

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Arundel Four Drawer Chest, White, at John Lewis
The excellent value Arundel four drawer chest is made from solid pine with a white finish. Flat packed for self assembly.

Child's Frog Chair, at JohnLewis
Fun children's chair with smooth rubberwood seat, green legs and green smiley frog face design on backrest. Suitable from age 2. At 27cm, the seat height is just right for making a young child feel comfortable and confident. Flat packed for self assembly.

Miller Chrome 5 Tier Bathroom Shelf, at John Lewis
Sturdy and resilient chrome plated solid brass bathroom wall shelf unit with 5 tiers from Miller of Sweden. Supplied with wall fixings.

When fixing bathroom fittings to walls, take care to avoid pipes and power cables. To keep your chrome fittings looking their best, clean regularly with warm soapy water. Avoid abrasive cleaners.