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The Transcend One Touch back up external hard drive is easy to use and is an essential bit of kit if you don’t want to lose all your data. The instructions are good but here is a simple list of what you need to do – so don’t feel daunted and back up your data.

How to use the Transcend 500GB StoreJet 25M 2.5 inch USB Anti Shock + Slip-Resistant External Hard Drive:

1. Plug the small end of the USB Y-cable into the Mini USB port on the StoreJet 25.
2. Plug the large end of the cable into an available USB port on your desktop, or notebook computer.(On some older computers, the power supplied by the USB port is below the required 5V DC power. In this instance, please connect the spare large connector on the provided USB Y-cable to a second USB port on the computer. This will provide the additional power necessary to run the drive.)
3. When the StoreJet 25 is successfully connected to a computer, the StoreJet’s Power LED will light up, a “Transcend” disk drive with a newly-assigned drive letter will appear in the My Computer window, and a Removable Hardware icon will appear on the Windows System Tray. The StoreJet 25’s internal hard drive comes pre-formatted to FAT32.
4. Once connected, you can use the StoreJet 25 as an external hard drive to transfer data to and from your computer. Simply drag and drop files or folders onto the Local Disk drive letter that represents the StoreJet 25.
5. If you have installed the bundled StoreJet elite software, you can press the StoreJet 25’s OneTouch “Backup Button” to instantly backup your data.

That’s it!

Now your data is backed up and if something happens to your computer you have not lost everything. Its especially useful I found to back up your photos as there is plenty of space on this hard drive.

Good luck and if you have any problems you can always email the lovememory team who will be happy to help you.

When it comes to Jewellery trends are always changing, which can become expensive, having to buy new accessories every time the fashion guru’s change the trend.  So why not include in your jewellery a collection natural stones.  This is a trend that does not appear to be going anywhere.
Coral Jewellery is one of the most popular natural jewellery pendants in today fashions.  Imagine a sparkling necklace that comes from the coral reefs of the South Pacific.

Coral is an organic material that comes in a variety of colours from the typical red, to the orange, pink, white, blue and brown.  Corals are a mysterious gem that are derived from the marine species “Coralluim ruburn” Since ancient times it is believed to posses charm and magical powers to attract love.  So why not liven up that favourite outfit on a night out, or just jazzy up those favourite jeans and shirt with a stunning red Coral pendant, it’s sure to attract the right attention.
If coral doesn’t do it for you, what about Paua Shell.  Paua is the Maori name and known in Australia as Abalone.  These shell pendants as they catch the light are just stunning, changing colour as the light catches it at different angles.  Every shell is a different colour and therefore every piece of jewellery made is unique.  A simple piece of Paua shell jewellery can make a very nice every day necklace.

Other popular natural pendants are turquoise pendants (birth stone for December), Mother of Pearl and Onyx.  A pendant out of any natural material is sure become you favourite piece of jewellery.  So go on what you waiting for, why not spruce up your accessoriescollection now and see what we have to offer on www.lovememory.co.uk.   You won’t be disappointed.

Don’t forget Mothers Day on the 3rd April.

Did you know that a hand-made cards have much more personal value than those mass-made by Hallmark?

LoveMemory have some beautiful examples of the best homemade Mothers Day Cards that you can have fun creating at home!

Take this card for example; it’s tiny at only 148mm x 103mm yet it makes up for it’s size with beauty!

Although this beautiful design looks as though it may be tricky – it’s actually incredibly simple!

All you’ll need to recreate this lovely design is:
• One sheet of sturdy red card at size A5 (that’s half the size of normal A4 paper).
• A few sheets of decorative paper (in a variety of colours).
• A selection of stickers, felt pieces and jewels.

Once you’ve carefully folded the A5 red card, glue down a few sheets of the decorative paper (at slightly smaller sizes each time) to create the beautiful design shown above. Then finally finish off your quaint card by adding the stickers, felt pieces and jewels (you can create your own lovely patterns utilizing these).

All you’ll need to recreate the gorgeous homemade card above is:
• One sheet of sturdy white card at size A4.
• A few pressed & dried flowers from your garden.
• A small piece of lace fabric.

Once you’ve carefully folded your A4 card in half, cut out your window design from the front facing side of the card (we recommend you draw this in pencil first so you have a guide to follow). Once this is done, rub off any pencil marks, then glue down your pressed flowers to recreate the window ledge effect above.  Finally, glue on the lace fabric to the back of your window – creating a beautiful window design card, which mum is bound to love!

All you’ll need to recreate the simple handmade design is:
• One sheet of sturdy white card at size A4.
• A brightly coloured button.
• A selection of different coloured felt fabrics.

Now this card is incredibly simple to recreate; just fold your A4 card in half, then carefully cut a flower design from your fabric. If you’re struggling with cutting your flower, keep a close eye on the above photo to guide you. Once your flower is finished add the final button to it’s center and hey presto you are done!

This card is perfect for little ones; all they’ll need is:
• One sheet of sturdy bright card at size A4.
• A selection of assorted pens, felt-tips, paints and fabrics.

This is the perfect handmade card to let your children have fun with and enjoy creating their own individual designs. Let them draw their own bunny rabbits and then enjoy colouring them in with their felt-tips and paints.

Here’s an idea I bet you haven’t thought of before!
Once you’re finished designing your Mother’s Day Card, why not take a photo of your little one holding it for mum to treasure forever.

Even better – why not turn your special photograph into a memorable item; on www.photobox.co.uk you can create photo books, calendars & diaries, cards, wall décor, home gifts, stationery and clothing with your lovely images.

This is certain to create something which mum will love to treasure forever!

All mums deserve to be spoilt rotten this Mother’s Day and the beauty of a handmade card is the will mean so much more!

Memory storage isn’t exactly the most exciting topic for us girls but here at LoveMemory we have a selection of ‘girly’ flash drives & hard drives that you are bound to love.

PLUS… we’ll tell you all the reasons as to why you need one!

Do you take lots of photos and leave them stored only on your laptop? Have you ever thought what would happen if your laptop were to (heaven-forbid) break?

This has happened to me! I lost all of my photos as I hadn’t backed them up – it was devastating as the sudden reality dawns on you that you’ll never be able to get those photos / memories back!

Don’t make the same fatal mistake. There are easy ways to back up all of your memories safely and securely.

Try this Pink Integral 16GB USB Splash Drive for starters; it’s pretty in pink and has a huge capacity to back up all of your photos and videos.

This Pen Drive will hold up to 14480 pictures and 480 HD videos; that’s a lot of storage! Plus LoveMemory will donate 50pence from each Pink Integral 16GB Splash Drive sold to Breast Cancer Care – so there are tonnes of reasons to buy this pretty little Pen Drive!

If pink isn’t really your colour then try this bright blue Samsung S2 Portable 1TB Hi-Speed External Hard Drive; it’s compact, smaller than a passport and incredibly easy to use! Its sophisticated leather-like back cover makes it an attractive fashion accessory for the sophisticated woman.

If you’re sat there thinking that hard drives are hard to use? Then you’re correct… some can be confusing but LoveMemory wouldn’t be recommending this one if it was! We guarantee it’s 100% user friendly.

Incredibly, this hard drive holds up to 284,000 photos, up to 250,000 songs, up to 400 hours of DVD quality video and up to 120 hours of HD video. WOW – now that big storage!

Once you’ve backed up all your precious photos; it’s important to carrying on updating your memory storage so not to get out of date with your most recent photos.

Another fantastic idea is to buy two memory storage devices. This way you have your precious memories saved twice – which is a safe and secure way to guarantee that those special moments wont’ be lost!

Do you have plenty of old, unused CDs, DVDs or videos games lying around at home? Then put them to good use and help raise money for a fantastic cause!

Jersey Hospice Care are based in Jersey and specialize in palliative nursing services providing holistic care, free of charge, for patients with Cancer and Motor Neuron Disease.

They are committed to providing a professional service to the highest of standards and rely solely on volunteers.  Receiving no funding from the States of Jersey, Jersey Hospice is dependent on their fundraising to raise the minimum £6000 a day needed to keep their organization operating.

Without the money donated from fundraising, volunteering & partnership patients would face terminal illness.

Jersey Hospice Care is a member of Help the Hospices, a charity that supports hospice care throughout the UK.

Please read below comments from patients, volunteers & family members who have been involved with Help the Hospices charities:

“Thank you for showing me it was the beginning, not the end.”
“Thank you for caring for me in the comfort of my own home.”
“Thank you for being there when I needed you.”
“Thank you for making me feel special.”
“I may have cancer but I’M still amazing.”
“Thank you for making volunteering so fulfilling.”
“You can walk out of the hospice on your own two feet.”
“Thank you for getting me back on my own feet.”
“Thank you for the love and attention you showed to my wife.”
“You don’t come here to die, you come here to live!”
“Never be afraid of the word hospice.”

Jersey Hospice really is a fantastic cause and Jersey families would be lost without it.

YOU can do your bit to help! Jersey Hospice are asking that everyone send in CD Albums, DVD’s & Video games (all must be boxed and bar-coded). These collected items will go for recycling in return for cash! 100% of monies raised will go directly to Jersey Hospice.

They’re hoping to raise £2000 for Jersey Hospice from fundraising alone and need all the help they can get from people donating their old CDs and DVD’s to recycle.

Please contact Penny or Sean on 01534 869882 (after 6pm)
Or email pennyisbarbie@hotmail.com
Or visit their website: www.jerseyhospicecare.com

Please donate as little or as much as you can.

(Please don’t send your CDs, DVDs & video games to LoveMemory. Instead please contact Penny on the above).

Thank you,
LoveMemory Ladies

Are you a lover of Apple; the proud owner of an iPod, iPhone or iPad?

Let’s face facts – most of us are; even my 13-year-old brother has an iPod Classic that he uses to entertain himself on his journeys on the school bus!

OK so we all love Apple products but are we aware of all the accessories available which are guaranteed to improve our devices? LoveMemory have tonnes of desirable gadgets for your iPod, iPhone and iPad.

Is your iPod Touch scratched or dented? Put an end to blips, bumps and knocks with this unmissable iPod Touch 4 stylish Silicone Case Protection Skin. This fantastic gizmo is made EVEN BETTER by the fact that you don’t have to remove it from it’s case; you have full access to the touch screen, charging port, camera and headphone socket without removing your iPod!

Do you love listening to music on your iPod but can never hear the music as loud as you would like? This fantastic GraytLittleSpeaker Eco Friendly iPod Speaker will play your tunes loud and proud! Perfect for your bedroom, relaxing in the tub, beach or in the car; this GraytLittleSpeaker measures only 30x65x15mm so it’s really tiny!

Own an iPhone 3 or 3GS? Come on, for us ladies it’s black exterior is a little masculine; girlie-fy your device with this brilliant pink Silicone Case. It’s absolutely gorgeous! Complete with it’s shining rhinestones; this glamorous case provides the upmost protection against scratches, blips and slips.

For the iPhone 4 LoveMemory have an unbeatable gadget which is surprisingly simple yet essential! Front and Back Screen Protectors helping to reduce UV radiation and glare from scratches, dust and fingertips. This ultra-thin layer is crystal clear, bubble-free and enhances the colour and sharpness of your iPhone screen.

LoveMemory Top Tip:
Make sure you ask someone who has nimble fingers to apply your Screen Protectors; as they can be mighty fiddly!

Looking for a case to stop your iPad from being scratched? Then LoveMemory have a case with a difference – this Envelope case for Apple iPad! This incredibly cool case is designed to look exactly like an envelope and is a great accessory for business professionals or as a gift with a difference.

Fancy being able to see your iPad without forever having to hold it? This vertical Flip Advanced case is not only protective but also acts as a stand so you can watch films or view memorable moments. This clever stand can be placed at 20 different angles making it very versatile to suit your viewing position.

Make sure to visit www.lovememory.co.uk today for hundreds more unmissable apple accessories and must have products!

Lovememory has carried out a survey to find the top 10 gifts that show you care. Over the next ten weeks we will let you know the results. Let us know what you think of each of these great gifts.

Week 1

A Photo Frame-The Gift of a Memory

We all search for the perfect gift.  The first “top ten gift” to show you care is a photo frame with a photograph of a special time you shared together. This gift is about more than giving a lovely frame – you can share a special memory. This picture can say much more than words ever can.

There is something really special about choosing just the right photo frame. Pick one which you feel will appeal to the person you are buying for; a style that they will connect with.  There is a lot of choice from a very modern block photo frame in sky blue to a striking black photo frame with white mount, an elegant silver plated photo frame to a frame for multiple photos. All the frames at www.lovememory.co.uk have been chosen because they are beautiful and they present the photographs wonderfully. We have a selection of modern and traditional frames so that you can make sure the style suits the person you are buying for and suits the photograph.

You have to choose the right photograph. You can choose one from your last holiday together, a night out, a candid shot, perhaps in black and white or a really old photograph from your photo box.  Each photograph we take contains a special memory. With our fabulous digital cameras you can take hundreds of shots and then choose the “right” one for your photo frame or photo album.
Why is a framed photo the perfect gift? You have to spend time on this gift, you have to choose the right frame for the person and find the right photograph. Whoever gets this gift knows that you spent time thinking about them. It’s a gift that they can treasure.

Being a keen gym enthusiast I am more than aware of the disadvantages of wearing headphones whilst working out.

There is nothing more frustrating that your in-ear headphones falling out whilst you’re at full-pelt trying to run on the treadmill! So should we ditch listening to music whilst running all together?

Definitely not! It’s proven that running to music motivates and uplifts your performance; it usually distracts your mind from negative thoughts and helps you maintain your focus. Music also eliminates boredom; it stops your mind from focusing on the ticking clock and helps your running to stay consistent.

So there you have it; don’t ditch your MP3 Players or iPods just yet!

SkullCandy have designed these Pink icon2 Stereo Headphones; ideal for running with their comfortable ear pads and unbeatable sound quality. Not only that but they’re also guaranteed not to slip off whilst you’re exercising!
If these are little too big and chunky for your liking, how about LoveMemory’s second option:

These Skullcandy Chops Hanger Stereo Earbuds are small and discreet yet big in sound! These clever little earphones are targeted at the keen sports enthusiast and cling themselves securely to the back of your ear – and are proven not to budge!

However, if headphones really aren’t your thing then how about a mini-speaker?
Just plug this nifty little Divoom Portable Speaker into your MP3 Player and watch it magnify the audio by up to 10 times it’s original sound!

The only dis-advantage with this sound box is that you might aggravate the fellow gym goers stood beside you!  But as long as this isn’t an issue, this super music player cannot be beaten!
Another incredible sports gadget is this Adjustable Sports Armband for the iPhone 3G/3GS. This cute device stays in place whether you’re running, weightlifting, skiing, hand gliding or biking. It’s incredible Sports Armband is lightweight, moisture protected and even has an anti-glare mask allowing you to easily insert and remove your iPhone.

This gadget really is a fantastic device for the active user!

LoveMemory have a fantastic range of headphones, earphones, mini speakers and sports armbands for the keen sports enthusiast in you.

AND even better – they have a fantastic range of products for those days where you’re feeling a little bit more lazy; treat yourself to their luscious Swarovski Jewelry collection, dazzling Breo watches or their selection of the latest Digital Cameras!

Something to be aware of whilst packing for travelling:

Many retailers try their upmost hardest to sell you a large variety of techy travelling ‘essentials’ which they will claim you cannot live without.
However, the truth of the matter is that you only really need the bare basics whilst travelling:

World Wide Travel Adapter

Imagine yourself sunbathing on Bondi Beach in Australia, about to take a breathtaking photograph of the scenery and then, your camera battery dies. There is nothing more frustrating!

Whether you’re thinking of going travelling for 2 weeks, 2 months or 2 years you are guaranteed to need a worldwide adapter. With this handy gadget you’ll be able to charger your iPod, Mobile Phone and Camera from all over the world; so this means NEVER running out of battery again!

Mosquito Relief

This very much depends on where you’re heading on your travels but I’d recommend taking some with you just incase.

A good repellent applied to your exposed areas every 6 hours should deter any mosquitoes and if your wearing sun cream, apply you repellent on top of this.
Not only are mosquito bites irritating but also remember that mosquitoes transmit Malaria.  If you are planning on visiting a malaria zone you should see your GP at least a month prior to travelling so that suitable medication can be arranged.

Sun Cream

Don’t leave buying sun cream until your away; it is quite likely that you won’t be able to purchase sun cream in the most basic of places around the world.
Sun can be a major attraction whilst travelling; let’s be honest we all love a good suntan! However, direct exposure to sunlight is dangerous and too much can cause skin cancer.
Wearing a good waterproof sun cream (Factor 15 or above) will provide effective protection against the sun and will still allow you to tan gradually.

Extra Memory Card & SD/SDHC Card Reader

Whilst your busy making memories during your adventure travelling remember to make a hard copy of your photographs so you don’t run the risk of loosing them.  It’s all very well taking hundreds of images and video recordings but what happens if, heaven forbid, your camera gets stolen or lost along the way?
If we were in the comfort of our own homes, I would recommend taking a hard drive to simply back up your memories however, whilst travelling it is weighty, bulky and a tasty temptation to potential thieves.
This SDHC card reader has a memory card slot within it; which means you can simply slot your memory card in the card reader and plug it into the computer. Once you’ve copied your holiday photos to the computer simply insert your back up memory card into the card reader and copy your photos on to it.
Remember to store your card reader and spare memory card somewhere safe; where a potential thief wouldn’t think of looking!

Swiss Army Knife

My initial thought when having been told to take a swiss army knife when travelling was that I wouldn’t use it; I have one at home which, although incredibly cool, remains unused in the kitchen draw.

This can’t be said for whilst travelling! When you’re away fighting the wilderness a swiss army knife is an essential item.  It’s nifty small blade, scissors, nail file with screwdriver tip, toothpick, tweezers and key ring are fantastic when tackling the challenges of nature.
For safety’s sack we would recommend packing your swiss army knife within your checked luggage whilst travelling; you won’t get past airport security and may well end up being frisked by a mighty angry customs officer!
Although, all of these gadgets and essentials are incredibly useful; it is important to remember that travelling is about the memories that we make along the way, not what we take with us. It is better to spend your time enjoying travelling than to experience it from behind a camera lens.
Here’s one last handy tip

Have an iPhone? Then download the TripIt App; it’s FREE and superb for organizing your itineraries ready for your travels! Have your flight details, hotel accommodations, train times, travel accounts and so much more at the touch of a button – and you have full access whether you’re connected to the internet or offline. We couldn’t recommend it more!

LoveMemory.co.uk is an online retailer, designed by women, for women; bringing them everything they need to create and capture their memories.

We believe that buying a camera isn’t about it being a good piece of technology… It’s about capturing a memory within a photograph that is irreplaceable. Just as buying a new piece of jewellery isn’t about how beautifully it’s made but how it makes you feel.

Choose from our diverse selection of travel and memory products ranging from luggage bags and USB sticks to photo frames and albums.

With new products arriving weekly, we have something you’re bound fall in love with.

Our promise to you:

• Put you, the customer, first.
• Always be open, honest and clear.
• If something is not right, we will start work immediately to correct it.

We wholeheartedly hope you enjoy your shopping experience with us at LoveMemory. If you have any suggestions on how we can improve our site or service we would love to hear from you.