If you’d rather not have another pair of fluffy slippers for Christmas, why not mention a Topsy-Turvy gift certificate when dropping those oh-so-subtle hints to well wishers ? It is the ideal present for collectors of children’s books.

Certificates, which are valid for a year (three catalogues), can be obtained from either Betula or Sally, and can be redeemed against orders from either or both of us. They are available in any denomination you like from £5 to £100, and can either be posted direct to the lucky recipient, or supplied to the giver in an envelope. They are printed on coloured card, and can include a message for the recipient if the donor wishes. All the recipient need do is mention the gift certificate when ordering, and then send it in with payment. If the certificate is for more than the amount owed, either another certificate or credit will be given for the balance, so the whole certificate doesn't have to be "spent" at once.

Sally:     sdore@waitrose.com

Betula:  topsyturvy@blueyonder.co.uk