Croftview
Greyhound Re-homing Kennels: Greyhound Trust - August, 2004
Dear
Friends,
Last
week I had a very moving experience. I visited Croftview Greyhound Re-homing Kennels, part of the
Greyhound Trust.
Its
manager Cathy Mantripp works tirelessly with the other members of staff to
look after and re-home these beautiful Greyhounds, whose racing life is
over. They never put any of
the dogs down and aim to re-home all who pass through their doors, and
they have a marvelous record of doing this.
The
kennels are in a beautiful part of Kent near Meopham. I became aware of them from a flier in my local vets asking for a
home for two sweet 10 year old dogs who had been left with them when their
owners emigrated!
“Gracie”
and “Joe” have been used to a happy home for the last 7 years and
can’t understand what has happened to them.
They need a home together and the flier so touched me – I
offered to try and help get them a home. I called a fellow animal lover, who is editor of a national
newspaper and he agreed to do a story on Gracie and Joe – hence I
arrived at Croftview.
Although
it is always sad to see animals in kennels, at least these are well run
and clean, and the dogs, all of which are in good health have lots of
exercising fields and outdoor runs. But
of course no kennels, however well run, can compensate for a loving family
home.
Cathy asked me if I’d
become their patron and I was proud to accept.
Of
course they are desperately in need of funds so if anyone can help with
either funding or re-homing a dog – all of which I met, and they were
all gorgeous and friendly – please contact Cathy at Rgtcroftview@jmantripp.freeserve.co.uk
or call 01474 815 273.
By
the way “Gracie” and “Joe” are the gentlest, sweetest golden beige
dogs. I walked with them and
spent some time with them and see why they need a home together, they do
everything together and after being left by their owners to part them
would be too traumatic.
Twiggy
Brings The Family To Husband's Debut
Twiggy and her family attended the opening night of her husband Leigh Lawson's new play Death And The Maiden at the King's Head Theatre, Islington. Speaking to the Evening Standard, Twiggy commented: "Even though this play was written a decade ago, I think it's relevant today because of what is going on in places like Zimbabwe and Iraq. Death And The Maiden runs until August 29th.
Please
Get My Name Right
The Japanese publishing house Petit Grand Publishing have just
released the stunning 100 page photographic book on Twiggy titled Please
Get My Name Right. The book features over 50 numerous photos from
Twiggy's modelling career, plus a discography, filmography and a complete
interview with Twiggy from her visit to Japan in 1968. The book is
complemented throughout with Twiggy's own personal quotations and insights
into her look and fame.
The book is available to purchase from Japan by following the link
provided...
Please
Get My Name Right - Purchase Now»
Belles En Vogue
collection
photographique Vogue de 1926 a nos jours...
Vogue France have recently published Belles En Vogue a stunning coffee table book chronicling the style icons of the past century. Several photos of Twiggy are included in the book, Twiggy is featured on the cover in a rare shot from photographer Bert Stern.
To
coincide with the Cannes Film Festival, Vogue France and Bon Marhcé
have issued a limited
number of specially designed Twiggy t-shirts (pictured right) featuring the original Bert
Stern print from 1967.
Eternal
by Twiggy
For the first time ever, Twiggy creates jewellery, just for you...
Inspired by her love of classic design, Twiggy in association with the Danbury Mint have created the Eternal diamond ring. Hand crafted from pure 9-carat gold, this timeless ring is set with five dazzling, 3-point white diamonds.
"I wanted to design an eternity ring that can be worm all the time. A ring that be both dressy or casual. I worked with an internationally renowned goldsmith to create this unique and gorgeous ring. It was love at first sight. I'm thrilled with it, and I know you will be too!
Eternally
Yours,
Twiggy
Twiggy
In Japan 2004
Twiggy has just completed a promotional trip to Japan. The trip involved promoting various Twiggy products manufactured exclusively for the Japanese market. Japanese toy company Medicom in association with Twiggy & Co. Ltd. have released the new Twiggy doll.
On March 5th, 2004 - Twiggy made a personal appearance at the Ginza Mitsukoshi Department Store in Tokyo. During her appearance Twiggy announced the launch of her own fashion range Twiggy due for release in Autumn 2004.
On March 6th, 2004 - Twiggy was a special guest at the HMV store in Shibuya where she met fans and signed dolls and CDs. HMV are also selling their own exclusive version of the doll which can only be purchased at HMV outlets in Japan.
The Twiggy Limited Edition dolls are sold in the deluxe 10" format and also in three miniature variations titled 'Little Twiggy' wearing stripes, check and polka dots.
Mod Queen Twiggy Begins
Again!
Twiggy Skincare For Body And Mind - 2004
Twiggy's
range of skincare products has been relaunched for 2004. Follow the link
to view Twiggy Skincare's website where you can purchase products from the
new range.
Free from alcohol and dermatalogically tested, Twiggy is a refreshingly natural range for body and mind
Twiggy Skincare For Body And Mind to be available in Asda stores across the UK from March 15th. Follow all Twiggy's media promotion for Twiggy Skincare on the UK Press page.
Refreshingly Natural - Essentially Twiggy
Twiggy - The Face Of Viyella Spring / Summer 2004 Collection
Twiggy
currently appears in the stunning new Spring / Summer 2004 brochure for UK
designer label Viyella with photographs by Brian Aris .Following the
success of the the Autumn / Winter range from last year, Twiggy has posed
for the follow up collection in association with Breast Cancer Care
Charity.
New for the season, Twiggy models samples from the new ACTIVE range, which comprises a selection of comfy leisure wear and sport pieces.
The new brochure is available now from selected outlets of Viyella throughout the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. Visit the Viyella website for stockists.
Midnight Blue
- New
Album
'Midnight
Blue' is the stunning new album from Twiggy. This landmark release is
Twiggy’s first solo album in five years.
“This
compilation is a collection of some of my favourite songs that I’ve
recorded over the past twenty years. All of the songs on this collection
appear on CD for the very first time and I’m thrilled that I’ve been
approached to help compile this album!”
“I hope you enjoy listening to these songs as much I enjoyed recording them…”
Midnight
Blue is released in the United Kingdom on July 28th, 2003 on Eureka
Records (EURCD703)
Follow the link to find out more information about promotion for Midnight
Blue
Twiggy - The Face Of Viyella Autumn / Winter 2003 Collection
Stylish
British fashion brand Viyella is delighted to announce timeless British
beauty Twiggy as the 'face' of the collection for Autumn/Winter 2003.
"With her own sense of style, Twiggy proves that women in their fifties continue to look great, demanding stylish, quality clothes to suit their attitude and lifestyle. Viyella's latest A/W 03 collection has evolved to transcend the age barrier," says Viyella marketing controller, Lynda Moen.
"The challenge was to find someone our customers would relate to, given that many of them grew up in the Sixties. We wanted someone who exuded energy, had innate style, a uniquely British sense of fun and is relevant to today's woman. The choice was obvious – Twiggy," concludes Moen.
Twiggy Calls For Great North Runners To Support Regional Children’s Charity
Twiggy
has endorsed a public appeal to encourage runners who already have a place
in the Great North Run to run for The Children’s Foundation’s Yellow
Brick Road Appeal and help raise vital cash for sick children in the North
East and Cumbria.
The
Children’s Foundation raises money through events such as the Great
North Run to support groundbreaking medical and lifestyle research at The
Sir James Spence Institute of Child Health at the RVI and community based
projects that improve the health and well-being of children in the region.
All
those that choose to run for the charity will receive a runner’s pack,
including The Children’s Foundation T Shirt, running tips, sponsor forms
and refreshments at the marquee on the day of the event.
Carol Bennett, regional fundraiser at The Children’s Foundation, says: “We are delighted that Twiggy has agreed to support our plea for runners, so if you have secured your place in this year’s Great North Run but haven’t decided which charity to raise money for, give me a call on 0191 202 3005, and help us build a healthier future for children in our region”.
For
more information, please contact Rachael Shaw, Communications Officer for
The Children’s Foundation on 07813 194 834 or 0191 202 3004.
Mrs
Warren's Profession
- UK Tour 2003
Throughout the months of May, June and July Twiggy starred in Sir Peter Hall's UK tour of 'Mrs. Warren's Profession' the controversial play penned by George Bernard Shaw. The tour took in 10 venues throughout the UK and ran until July 26th.
Follow the link to learn more information about the production, tour dates, production photos and regional press.
Halcyon Haven Animal Sanctuary Charity Appeal
Dear
Friends,
A
couple of years ago I got a letter from an animal sanctuary in Cumbria
called The Halcyon Haven Animal Sanctuary.
When they wrote to me I so respected what they were doing for the
animals they rescue that I agreed to become their patron and try and help
to raise funds for them when I could.
The
Halcyon Haven Animal Sanctuary is a small sanctuary, caring for over 70
animals. They rely purely on
private fundraising and donations.
Sadly
on Friday 7th March 2003, in the early hours, the sanctuary was
broken into. Some 19 animals
were massacred. 6 adult
rabbits shot, 5 baby rabbits (just over one week old) shot or bashed to
death, two adult guinea pigs beaten to death, their backs broken, 5 cats
shot, 1 cat burnt – she did not die until Saturday morning.
A
lot of animals ran out of the sanctuary, finding places to hide, others
escaped into the rafters of the building.
They have recovered most of the cats that were missing. So there are 48 cats back, but sadly 3 of them are still
unaccounted for.
There
is no living accommodation down on that part of the farm where the
sanctuary is located, there being no running water, plumbing facilities or
electricity. Thus it is
difficult to be there all the time.
The
sanctuary is appealing to the general public for donations, to help the
trustees find a safer haven for the animals, where David and Geny Kouga-Webb,
the founders of HHAS, can live permanently alongside the sanctuary
buildings. Cheque donations
to be made payable to: -
HALCYON
HAVEN ANIMAL SANTUARY
44
Queen Street
Aspatria
Cumbria
CA7 3BB
Tel
no: 016973 22777
If you can help - please do. Many thanks.
Twiggy Joins The Fight Against Fur
Recently
Twiggy made a statement proclaiming her views on the anti fur campaign of
which she is a staunch supporter. The following statement was supplied by
anti fur group PETA.
"In this day and age there is absolutely no excuse to wear fur. We don’t need it for warmth – it is worn purely for vanity. Unforgivable for all the cruelty this causes. It’s up to women not to buy fur – if there is no demand, there is no market. So please join me in the boycott of fur in the marketplace and hopefully save a lot of suffering for creatures without a voice."
- Twiggy
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