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  • Watch a video of our award winning sustainable giftware

    New Sustainable Giftware Video 2021

    This year we have an incredible offering of over 150 new sustainable products to help retailers make their shops even more beautiful and even more sustainable.

    For this of you who have been stocking us for while now, you will know how passionate we are about the environment and reducing single-use waste. This year our latest products go even further by being either carbon neutral or climate positive, which means we support projects that help offset the impact the production and distribution of our products have on the environment. You can read more about this exciting new retail trend here.

    As we aren't able to see our retailers at trade shows, we have created a beautiful new video show casing the incredible range we now offer. It is only a minute long and gives you a good flavour of what we sell and how good it will look in your shop. Click here to watch the video.

    The stylish Bioloco Plant range has a significantly lower carbon footprint than traditional plastics. Completely BPA and melamine free, they are fully recyclable and industrially compostable, as well as dishwasher safe and microwave safe. Bioloco is an environmentally friendly range of products that aim to help users reduce single waste and minimise their impact on the environment.

    Blue Eyed Sun won a total of five awards at the Gift of the Year Awards for a variety of eco-friendly products we distribute exclusively to retailers throughout the UK and Ireland.

    Other prizes included Best Contemporary Gift and the People's Choice Award for their Bioloco Loops, the best Ethical Gift Award for their Bioloco Plant Kids Cups, the best Kitchen & Dining gift for Bioloco Plant Lunchpots and the best Own Label category for their bespoke BambooCups for Balmoral. They were also shortlisted for their new Bamboo Napkins and their Organic Cotton Tea Towels.

    See all our giftware products

    Retailers can order online here

    Click here to buy one for someone special

  • Why going Carbon Neutral is set to be the next big retail trend

    Carbon Neutral Retail Trend

    Going Carbon Neutral is fast becoming the next big trend in retail and business at large. Sustainability has moved into the mainstream in recent years with companies and consumers becoming more aware of their consumption and the impact they have on our planet. Shoppers are favouring businesses that are reducing their use of plastics and those that are being responsible with sourcing their products. All of this is driving one of the largest and potentially longest running trends in retail: carbon neutrality.

    The majority of the world's scientists agree that excess CO2 is fuelling climate change and that this needs to be dealt with immediately. Ultimately we need a balance between greenhouse gases put into the atmosphere and those taken out. Something that is often referred to as 'net zero'. In June 2019 the UK passed legislation requiring the government to reduce the UK's net emissions of greenhouse gases by 100% relative to 1990 levels by 2050. Doing so would make the UK a 'net zero' emitter.

    In a similar way, Carbon Neutral and Climate Positive companies are analysing the CO2 footprints their products produce and then investing in climate protection projects to help reduce carbon emissions. This is an important global shift towards minimising climate change and its harmful effects for life on earth. Sustainable retailers who stock their products are an important part of this change.

    Our new carbon neutral Bioloco Plant products are a great example of carbon neutral and climate positive products that help to reduce their impact on the planet. They have a significantly lower carbon footprint compared with traditional plastics like Polycarbonate (up to 90% less) so emissions are greatly reduced by the choice of materials. They are also made from corn sugars that can no longer be used as food and are free from genetically modified organisms, so their source is sustainable. They are melamine and BPA free as well as microwave and dishwasher safe. They are also recyclable and industrially compostable. Finally, any carbon produced in their production and distribution is offset by investment in carbon reducing projects making them Carbon Neutral (Climate Positive when they are more than offset).

    These types of products are ideal for ethically minded consumers who want to do the right thing with their purchasing. Statistics show this to be a significant and fast growing percentage of shoppers in the UK. Retail experts agree, with our Bioloco Plant Kids Cup recently being judged as the Best Ethical Gift Award at Gift of the Year 2021 for its outstanding environmental credentials.

    In fact, Blue Eyed Sun’s eco-friendly giftware products picked up a total of five awards at Gift of the Year Awards 2021. The new Bioloco Plant LunchPot won the Best Kitchen & Dining Award. The bespoke reusable BambooCup we created for the Queen’s shop at Balmoral won Best Own Label. The ever popular Bioloco Loop range of reusable flasks won Best Contemporary Gift and the inaugural People’s Choice Award (voted for by the public). Our new Bamboo Napkins and new Organic Cotton Tea Towels were also shortlisted for awards. 

    As our new giftware ranges are now produced in a Carbon Neutral or Climate Positive way, these awards are a clear message that buyers (and consumers) want to purchase beautiful products that are doing the right thing for our planet. If you are not stocking giftware that is making a difference like this, perhaps it’s time to rethink your offering and get on trend.

    To find out more about Blue Eyed Sun’s eco-friendly gifts visit www.blueeyedsun.co.uk 

    If you'd like to buy one of our products please visit our consumer website at: www.greenmagpie.net

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  • New Bioloco Kids Flasks launched by Blue Eyed Sun

    Bioloco Kids Flasks

    Blue Eyed Sun have launched Bioloco Kids Flasks, a cute range of reusable flasks for kids.

    Bioloco Kids Flasks are made of double walled kitchen grade stainless steel 304 and have a capacity of 320-350ml (10.8-11.8 oz) and . These cute sized flasks keep drinks warm or cold for up to 8 hours. They are perfect for mums and dads who care about sustainability and the environment. Hand washing is recommended.

    Blue Eyed Sun's latest giftware won several awards at the Gift of the Year Awards 2021, including Best Contemporary Gift and the People's Choice Award for their Bioloco Loops, the best Ethical Gift Award for their Bioloco Plant Kids Cups, the best Kitchen & Dining gift for Bioloco Plant Lunchpots and the best Own Label category for their bespoke BambooCups for Balmoral. They were also shortlisted for their new Bamboo Napkins and their Organic Cotton Tea Towels.

    See all gift products

    Retailers can order online here

    Click here to buy one for someone special

  • New Stainless Steel SlideCups from Blue Eyed Sun

    Stainless Steel SlideCups

    Blue Eyed Sun have launched Stainless Steel SlideCups, a stylish new climate neutral range of double walled reusable cups made from kitchen grade stainless steel.

    These design-led reusable cups keep beverages warm or cold for up to 12 hours. Taste free and odour neutral, they are also a climate neutral product which means that their carbon footprint is offset by investment in carbon reducing projects.

    Stailess Steel Slidecups are available in four stylish colours and have a clever patented magnetic leak proof lid that makes them perfect for traveling with. They have a capacity of 420ml (14.2 oz) and are the ideal gift for eco-conscious professionals.

    Blue Eyed Sun won a total of five awards at the Gift of the Year Awards for a variety of eco-friendly products they distribute exclusively to retailers throughout the UK and Ireland.

    Other prizes included Best Contemporary Gift and the People's Choice Award for their Bioloco Loops, the best Ethical Gift Award for their Bioloco Plant Kids Cups, the best Kitchen & Dining gift for Bioloco Plant Lunchpots and the best Own Label category for their bespoke BambooCups for Balmoral. They were also shortlisted for their new Bamboo Napkins and their Organic Cotton Tea Towels.

    Retailers can order online here

    Click here to buy one for someone special

  • Blue Eyed Sun win 5 awards at Gift of the Year Awards 2021

    Gift of the Year Awards 2021Blue Eyed Sun have won five categories at the Gift of the Year Awards 2021 - including the inaugural People's Choice Award voted for by the public.

    Shortlisted six times at this year's Gift of the Year Awards, the eco-friendly giftware distributors of Bioloco products and BambooCup by chic.mic were thrilled to be selected as Finalists in four categories (Ethical, Contemporary, Own Label and Kitchen & Dining) with four separate new products. They went on to win the top prize in each.

    Gift of the Year Awards 2021 Winners

    Best Ethical Gift

    This trophy goes to gifts that are fair trade, eco-friendly, or are produced to a high standard of worker welfare. Blue Eyed Sun won for their Bioloco Plant Kids Cup, a unique new children's beaker made from plant material that makes a beautiful gift that takes care of the planet.

    These carbon neutral reusable cups are made from plant sugar (that is free from genetically modified organisms and can no longer be used as food). They are completely melamine and BPA free. Fully recyclable and compostable they are also dishwasher safe and the cup (minus the lid) can even be used in a microwave. They include an easy to open lockable lid and have a capacity of 400ml (13.5oz). What makes this product even more appealing is that it is Carbon Neutral. The producer invests in climate protection projects to reduce CO2 emissions that more than compensate for any CO2 used in their production. Importantly, the PLA used to produce them has a substantially lower carbon footprint than other plastic products. View finalists

    Best Contemporary Gift

    The award for design led gifts with a modern quirky feel. Blue Eyed Sun won with Bioloco Loop - beautiful design-led double-walled flasks that make the perfect contemporary gift for those that value style and sustainability. Available in twenty trendy colours, these uniquely shaped bottles keep drinks warm for 18 hours and cool for 12 hours. They are suitable for carbonated drinks and come with a handy loop for carrying. BPA and phthalate free they have a capacity of 500ml. A beautiful reusable alternative to single-use plastic drinks bottles. View finalists

    Gift of the Year Awards 2021 - Best Kitchen & Dining

    Best Kitchen & Dining Gift

    The best kitchenware gifts for budding chefs and those who love to entertain. Blue Eyed Sun won with their Bioloco Plant Lunch Pot - a range of handy lunch or breakfast pots made from plant sugar.

    These climate positive reusable lunch pots are made from plant sugar and are completely melamine and BPA free. Fully recyclable and compostable they are also dishwasher safe and the pot can even be used in a microwave. The main container holds 500ml and the separate container in the lid holds 200ml. There are twelve eye-catching designs to choose from. The producer invests in climate protection projects to reduce CO2 emissions that more than compensate for any CO2 used in their production, making the product Climate Positive. Importantly, the PLA used to produce them has a substantially lower carbon footprint than other plastic products.

    Blue Eyed Sun were also shortlisted in this category for their collection of Bamboo Napkins as well as their new range of Organic Cotton Tea TowelsView finalists

    Gift of the Year 2021 Awards

    The People's Choice Award

    This award is brand new to the competition. It allowed the public to vote for their favourite finalists from this years awards. This is the first time this has happened and the winner received the most votes of more than 6,000 cast online. Blue Eyed Sun won this Award for Bioloco Loop which help users to cut back on single-use waste. View finalists

    Best Own Label Gift

    A category for the best own-label goods suppled to other brands. Blue Eyed Sun won for the specially branded BambooCups they produced for the Queen's Shop at Balmoral. Made from fast growing, pesticide free bamboo these reusable cups are a fantastic alternative to single-use cups made from slow growing paper. Over 2.5 billion plastic lined paper cups go to landfill in the UK each year after being used once for only ten minutes. BambooCup holds 13.5oz (400ml) of liquid, is taste free and odour neutral. They are also safe to go in the dish washer and have been tested by TUV Rheinland to ensure compliance with stringent EU safety standards. In fact, Stiftung Warentest found the BambooCup by chic.mic to be the reusable cup of choice in an assessment of 12 leading bamboo cup brands. The cups are also available in 50 off-the-shelf designs. View finalists

    About the Awards

    Competition for the Gift of the Year 2021 was fierce, with were over 700 entries across 23 categories vying for these prestigious awards. Judged by more than 70 leading industry retailers, buyers and key industry experts, shortlisted products are selected based on a host of factors including design, wow factor and commercial potential for retailers.

    A shortlist of 300 entries was then whittled down to 92 finalists from which the winners were chosen. Whilst the Gift of the Year awards are usually held live on Sunday evening at the Spring Fair trade show at the NEC in Birmingham, this year they were announced in special online Zoom ceremonies hosted by Alex Ryan from popular industry Prod-cast.

    Jeremy Corner, Managing Director of Blue Eyed Sun, was in attendance at the online ceremonies to discover they had won. "We were completely overwhelmed to win these awards, after not having won at the Gift of the Year awards since 2003." said Jeremy. "We are exceptionally proud of our new eco-friendly range of giftware for 2021 and would like to thank everyone who voted for us." Watch the ceremonies here.

    These awards are the most highly respected industry accolades for new products launched in the giftware industry each year. Winners benefit from industry wide recognition and exposure, which lead to increased sales for winners and their retailers. Now in its 43rd year, the Gift of the Year Awards is organised and run by the Giftware Association.

    Blue Eyed Sun is also a previous Queens Award winner and Henries Award Winner. They are primarily trade only, selling to direct to retailers. If you want to stock their products in your store please contact them to request further details.

    If you'd like to buy one of their products you can visit their consumer website: www.greenmagpie.net

    Gift of the Year Awards 2021 Ceremony

  • Bioloco Loops win Two Gift of the Year Awards

    Bioloco Loops win Gift of the Year Awards

    The ever popular Bioloco Loops have won two awards at the industry's prestigious Gift of the Year Awards 2021.

    Bioloco Loops were judged by a panel of sixty retailers and industry experts to be the Best Contemporary Gift. The finalists in all categories were then eligible for a public vote to choose the first recipient of the inaugural People's Choice Award. With over 6,000 votes cast online, Bioloco Loops were voted the overall winner.

    These stylish flasks have been a big hit with retailers and the range has recently been expanded to twenty shades, including four new Spring colours (pictured).

    They are perfect for fashion conscious shoppers who care about sustainability and the environment. Not only do they help to reduce single-use plastic waste but they are carbon neutral too.

    These elegant shaped flasks keep drinks warm for up to 18 hours and cool for up to 12 hours. Each has a capacity of 500ml (16.9 oz) and is made of double walled kitchen grade stainless steel 304.

    The beautiful design is complemented by a unique wooden lid and a silicon looped handle for easy carrying. Plus these eye catching accessories are BPA-free, Phthalate-free and toxin-free. Hand washing is recommended.

    Blue Eyed Sun won a total of five awards at the Gift of the Year Awards for a variety of eco-friendly products they distribute exclusively to retailers throughout the UK and Ireland.

    Other prizes included Best Ethical Gift for their Bioloco Plant Kids Cups, the best Kitchen & Dining award for their Bioloco Plant Lunchpot and the best Own Label category for their bespoke BambooCup for Balmoral. They were also shortlisted for their new Bamboo Napkins and their Organic Cotton Tea Towels.

    Watch a short video about Bioloco Loop and our other products here

    See all Bioloco products

    Retailers can order online here

    Click here to buy one for someone special

  • Bioloco Plant Kids Cup wins Best Ethical Gift Award

    Bioloco Plant Kids Cup - Gift of the Year Awards

    Bioloco Plant Kids Cup has won the best Ethical Gift Award at the Gift of the Year Awards 2021.

    These stylish new kids beakers are made from plant sugars and have a significantly lower carbon footprint than traditional plastics. BPA and melamine free, Bioloco Plant Kids Cups are both microwave and dishwasher safe. They are also a climate neutral product that is fully recyclable and industrially compostable.

    Bioloco Plant Kids Cups are available in five fun designs and have a capacity of 400ml (13.5 oz). Each comes with a silicone drinking straw hidden beneath their easy to open and close lid that keeps the beakers leak proof.

    Blue Eyed Sun won a total of five awards at the Gift of the Year Awards for a variety of eco-friendly products they distribute exclusively to retailers throughout the UK and Ireland.

    Other prizes included Best Contemporary Gift and the People's Choice Award for their Bioloco Loops, the best Kitchen & Dining award for their Bioloco Plant Lunchpots and the best Own Label category for their bespoke BambooCups for Balmoral. They were also shortlisted for their new Bamboo Napkins and their Organic Tea Towels.

    They have a range of eco-friendly gifts for children made from plant materials, including fun miniature flasks, table mats, lunchboxes and kids tableware sets.

    See all Bioloco products

    Retailers can order online here

    Click here to buy one for someone special

    Bioloco Plant Kids Cups

  • Gift of the Year Award for Balmoral branded BambooCups

    Balmoral BambooCup wins Gift of the Year

    Blue Eyed Sun have been crowned winners of the best Own Label gift category at the 2021 Gift of the Year Awards for the bespoke branded reusable cups they created with the Balmoral gift shop at the Scottish home to the Royal Family.

    "There is a huge drive towards sustainability. It's something that we and our customers care deeply about. So, it's an honour to have our eco-friendly products recognised at our giftware industry awards" -  Jeremy Corner, Blue Eyed Sun.

    Having met the Queen in 2016 at Buckingham Palace, when Blue Eyed Sun won the prestigious Queen's Award for International Trade, they now have the privilege of supplying her Majesty's gift shop with beautiful branded BambooCups featuring the Balmoral logo. They also produce own label BambooCups for the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.

    As the exclusive UK and Ireland distributor of gorgeous market leading off-the-shelf BambooCups by chic.mic, Blue Eyed Sun also offer bespoke sustainable products for organisations looking to expand the eco friendly ranges of branded items they use or sell to promote their brands.

    2.5 billion plastic lined cups are used for less than ten minutes each and then end up in UK landfills every year. Reusable cups help to reduce single-use waste and these are made from sustainable plant based materials.

    BambooCup by chic.mic was found to be the number one choice in an assessment by Stiftung Warentest of twelve leading bamboo cup brands. These award winning bamboo cups are available in 50 off-the-shelf designs and are sold by design-led independent retailers across the UK and Ireland and around the world.

    If you want to stock BambooCup in your retail store you can order from our trade only site.

    If you want to buy a single bamboo cup for yourself you can shop online here.

    If you'd like to work with us to create branded BambooCups with your company logo as a sustainable promotional give away or to sell to your customers please do get in touch. Minimum order quantities start from 1,000 bamboo cups.

    Blue Eyed Sun won a total of five awards at the Gift of the Year Awards for a variety of eco-friendly products they distribute exclusively to retailers throughout the UK and Ireland.

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  • Bamboo Napkins shortlisted for Gift of the Year Award

    Bamboo Napkins - Gift of the Year Award

    Blue Eyed Sun's new Bamboo Napkins have been shortlisted for the best Kitchen & Dining Gift Award at the Gift of the Year Awards 2021.

    These stylish new bamboo napkins are made from 100% bamboo fibres that are sustainably grown without pesticides. Because bamboo takes only 4 years to grow it is more sustainable than paper which comes from trees that can take longer to mature. They are printed with water based inks and are also a climate positive product. This means that their carbon footprint is more than offset by carbon reducing projects.

    Measuring 33 x 33cm these quality three ply napkins are are free from chlorine. They are available in 24 popular designs with more in the pipeline.

    After having six different products shortlisted, Blue Eyed Sun won a total of five awards at the Gift of the Year Awards for a variety of eco-friendly products they distribute exclusively to retailers throughout the UK and Ireland.

    Other prizes included Best Contemporary Gift and the People's Choice Award for their Bioloco Loops, the best Kitchen & Dining award for their Bioloco Plant Lunchpots, best Ethical Gift for Bioloco Plant Kids Cups and the best Own Label category for their bespoke BambooCups for Balmoral. They were also shortlisted for their new Organic Cotton Tea Towels.

    They have a range of eco-friendly gifts for children made from plant materials, including fun miniature flasks, table mats, lunchboxes and kids tableware sets.

    Retailers can order online here

  • New Organic Cotton Tea Towels shortlisted for Gift of the Year

    Organic Cotton Tea Towels - Gift of the Year Awards

    Blue Eyed Sun's new Organic Cotton Tea Towels have been shortlisted for the best Kitchen & Dining Gift Award at the Gift of the Year Awards 2021.

    These stylish new organic cotton tea towels are made from 100% certified organic cotton. Measuring 50 x 70cm thy are packaged in recyclable craft paper. They are also a climate positive product that is machine washable at 40 degrees celsius. Available in 20 popular designs, these beautiful organic kitchen towels can be ironed.

    After having six different products shortlisted, Blue Eyed Sun won a total of five awards at the Gift of the Year Awards for a variety of eco-friendly products they distribute exclusively to retailers throughout the UK and Ireland.

    Other prizes included Best Contemporary Gift and the People's Choice Award for their Bioloco Loops, the best Kitchen & Dining award for their Bioloco Plant Lunchpots, best Ethical Gift for Bioloco Plant Kids Cups and the best Own Label category for their bespoke BambooCups for Balmoral. They were also shortlisted for their new Bamboo Napkins.

    They have a range of eco-friendly gifts for children made from plant materials, including fun miniature flasks, table mats, lunchboxes and kids tableware sets.

    Retailers can order online here

    Organic Cotton Tea Towel

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