BITS AND PIECES

The tips and tricks that will make you smile this week

DOGGY ROAD TRIP

■ Research carried out by Carzone has found that 98% of dog owners regularly travel with their pets in the car. To celebrate International Dog’s Day, Check out Carzone’s Instagram channel @Carzoneirl and you and your pooch could win a stay at the five-star Castlemartyr Resort.

BACK TO SCHOOL

■ MORE than 56 % of parents have done their back to school shopping online this year, according to a new survey by Littlewoods Ireland. The survey, of over 1,000 people nationwide, found avoiding the potentially Covid-filled crowds was one of the motivations. Littlewoods Ireland’s own research found in childrenswear the most purchased item is the Clarks Foot Gauge, available at just €13, and of course schoolbags, an essential item for the classroom.

DENIM DELIGHT

■ DENIM is the perfect material to help you transition from late summer to the cooler days of Autumn. We love this jacket from F&F at Tesco Ireland which is a steal at just €28.

FESTIVE SPIRIT

■ WE might not be thinking of Christmas jsut quite yet but if you are a small food producer, whose product has a festive feel, now is your chance to get into Aldi stores for Christmas. Send details of your product to grow@aldi.ie to be in with a chance.

DOUBLE BUBBLE

■ MAKE sure your skin is really clean to prevent blocked pores by double cleansing. Double cleansing with quality products like this Pre-Cleanse from Dermalogica (€46) can transform your skin, keeping acne aggressors at bay and revitalising complexion for a post-facial glow.