CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE
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WELCOME TO OUR CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE FOR ALL OF US HERE AT ABF THE SOLDIERS’ CHARITY, THE PAST YEAR HAS MADE ONE THING VERY CLEAR: WE SIMPLY WOULD NOT BE HERE WITHOUT THE ONGOING KINDNESS AND GENEROSITY OF OUR SUPPORTERS. These have been challenging times for many, and we’ve been so grateful to everyone who has taken on a fundraising challenge, continued a regular donation or made a purchase from our shop. Thanks to you, we are able to continue providing a lifetime of support for soldiers, veterans and their families during these unprecedented times. This brochure is packed full of gifts to inspire your Christmas shopping. From clothing to Christmas cards, I hope you find something special to treat your friends and loved ones this festive season. All profits raised go directly towards our work supporting the Army family.
Festive Ramble by Murray Kerr
Thank you for helping us fulfil our promise to be here for soldiers, for life. From all of us here at ABF The Soldiers’ Charity, we wish you a wonderful festive season. Kind regards,
MARTIN RUTLEDGE CB OBE CHIEF EXECUTIVE ABF THE SOLDIERS’ CHARITY COVER 1.Designed by Esther Bag, £12 2.Soldier Puzzle, £10 3.Brodie Bear, £6 4.Designed by Esther Shortbread, £6 5.Mini Torch Keyring, £4 6.Wooden Skittles, £16 7.Handmade Soldier Decorations, £10 each 8.Heritage Keyring, £8 9.Pin Badge, £3 10.ABF Chilly’s Bottle, £20 11.Toy Soldiers, £6 12.Heritage Woollen Socks, £10 13.Mini Football, £4 14.Heritage Silk Tie, £25 15.Set of 4 Vehicle Badges, £8 16.Cap Badge Notebook and Pencil, £6 17.Sluban Brick Sets, from £6
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WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THE LAUNCH OF OUR NEW MERCHANDISE RANGE IN COLLABORATION WITH DESIGNER, ESTHER JOHNSON. YOU CAN NOW GET YOUR VERY OWN GIFT SETS AND MORE WITH OUR EXCLUSIVE CHARITY DESIGNS. Esther launched her company, Designed by Esther, in 2017 with the help of the Princes Trust. She now works with historic sites and charities to create bespoke designs for gift shops.
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I WAS ASKED TO CREATE A DESIGN THAT CELEBRATES THE CHARITY’S HISTORY AND ITS SUPPORT FOR SOLDIERS, VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES. I ALSO WANTED TO ILLUSTRATE THE AMAZING WAYS THE ARMY FAMILY RAISES MONEY AND THE LENGTHS THEY GO TO. THE SKYDIVING WAS A PARTICULAR FAVOURITE TO DRAW!
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ESTHER
Tea Towel, £9 | Mug, £10 | Clotted Cream Shortbread, £6 | Gift Food Set, £12 | Canvas Bag, £12
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Cap Badge Oven Gloves, £15 (Cap Badge Tea Towel, £8 also available)
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TOP GIFTS THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME Whether buying for family, friends or that special someone, choose from our top gifts for something they’ll really treasure.
ABF Chilly’s Bottle, £20
Kid’s Camo Vest, £12 Kid’s Camo Cap, £4
Personalised Soldier Print, from £29
Cap Badge Apron, £15
Supersoft Hoodie, £22
Sluban Service Troops , £25
(Cap Badge Tea Towel, £8 also available)
(also available in grey or red)
(other sets available online)
Set of Four Mugs, £22
Technical REPREVE ® T-Shirt, £20
ABF 2021 Calendar, £8
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MERRY & BRIGHT We’ve got you covered with the pick of this year’s stocking fillers. Whoever you’re buying for, we’ve found a thoughtful, affordable gift.
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Camouflage Cream, £4 2. Enamel Badge Set, £8 Ballpoint Pen, £3 4. Pin Badge, £3 5. ABF Thermal Mug, £10 The British Army Challenge Book, £12 7. Eco Wristband, £2.50 Sluban Jeep, £6 9. Brodie Bear, £6
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Awesome Soldier Mug, £8
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Wooden Skittles, £16 Soldier Puzzle, £10
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OH WHAT FUN With something for all ages, shop from our marvellous range of toys and clothing to make their day with an entertaining present they’ll love.
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9. 1. Soldier Puzzle, £10 2. Rubber Duck, £5 3. Kid’s Camo T-Shirt, £6 4. Printed T-Shirts, £10 (other designs available) 5. Toy Soldiers, £6 6. Soldier Money Box, £10 7. Peg Soldier Kit, £4 8. Sluban Helicopter, £10 9. Mini Rugby Ball, £4
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GIFTS FOR HIM DASHING ALL THE WAY Whether you’re shopping for your partner, son, father or any of the men in your life, we’ve got the perfect gift for him.
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Silk Tie & Cufflinks Set, £35 (also available individually)
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Unisex Leather Bracelet, £20
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GIFTS FOR HER ‘TIS THE SEASON A unique range of stylish gifts for the women in your life, from handmade decorations to bespoke jewellery and beautifully printed bags.
Bamboo Mug, £8
Designed by Esther Gift Food Set, £12
ABF 2021 Diary, £6
Handmade Decorations, £10 each Cap Badge Bag, £10
(more available online)
Cotton T-Shirt, £8
Cap Badge Puzzle, £18
Designed by Esther Mug, £10
Soldier Nail File, £2
(available from 15.10.20)
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Twilight Carols
Displaying Robin
Cap Badge Bells
Twelve Days by Jessica Johnson
Adoration by Edward Burne-Jones
Winter in the Park by Emma Haworth
Christmas Band by Alex Gunn
Musical Trio
Toy Soldiers by Miki Rose
Donkey, Mary & Joseph by Tim Mason
Procession in the Snow by Miki Rose
Horseguards by Ray Evans
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CHARITY CARDS ALL PACKS INCLUDE 10 CARDS & ENVELOPES AND ARE £5
Sending Christmas cards is a great way to let loved ones know that you’re thinking about them. All cards are printed on environmentally friendly FSC card, can be recycled and come in compostable packaging .
100% OF THE PROFITS FROM OUR CARDS GO DIRECTLY TO ABF THE SOLDIERS’ CHARITY.
Sentry in the Snow designed exclusively by Gordon Lees
The Soldier and the Robin designed exclusively by Jane Abbott
Sharing Rations designed exclusively by Stanley L.Wood
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THE GIFT OF GIVING CHOOSE AN INSPIRING GIFT THAT WILL HELP SOLDIERS, VETERANS AND ARMY FAMILIES AROUND THE WORLD. Make a donation dedicated to a loved one and they will recieve a premium silk card, including a personalised message of your choosing. Pick from one of our eight card designs when
for wounded soldiers, and help young veterans build exciting civilian careers. We are here for older veterans and their partners when they find themselves lonely or isolated. As the Army’s national charity, we are at the forefront of support for soldiers, veterans and their families, helping 70,000 people in 62 countries each year.
you make a donation of £10, £25, £50 or £75. All cards include a separate envelope to send From the youngest child to the oldest veteran,
to the recipient. P&P is charged at £1.95 which
our grants are a lifeline for those in need.
covers the cost of the card so that 100% of the
We help young serving families cope with
donation goes directly to ABF The Soldiers’
trauma or loss. We provide electric wheelchairs
Charity. Also available as an e-card.
Cap Badge Gift Wrap Set, £5