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1 Annual KLF Luncheon Fortnum & Mason* Monday 6th March 2017 Raffle Prizes & Silent Auction Lots * At Fortnum & Mason since 2006!

2 Raffle Prizes Include 200 Gift Voucher for use at our Kings Road Boutique 120 Kings Road London SW3 4TR and more

3 Our THANKS to all our RAFFLE PATRONS 1. The Sweet Hamper donated by Fortnum & Mason Whether your taste is for moreish biscuits, scrumptious confectionery or delicious fruity delights, the Sweet Hamper adds a little extra sweetness to your everyday. Fully laden with extraordinary sweets and treats, thank you to Fortnum & Mason for their ongoing support. This is our 13th luncheon in this very room! 2. Little & Large Jug donated by Daniel Wright Ceramics I produce hand thrown Earthenware tableware covered in white and coloured slips and hand drawn transfers screen printed in black enamel. I am inspired by English slipware and 1950s Ridgeware ceramics particularly the Homemaker range. I also have been influenced by the Italian designer Piero Fornasetti. My work relates to either the function of the object or the locality of the area. I like to combine traditional and modern techniques in a contemporary way A Cake lovingly baked and donated by Dorothy Damon Ghost Gift Voucher donated by Touker Suleyman The iconic British brand, Ghost London, is an established name in fashion. Designed in London, Ghost s collections are known for the feminine aesthetic, ethereal fabrics and clinging dresses. The signature use of flowing fabrics, soft georgettes, crepe and satins, almost always cut on the bias, forms the base of each collection. Fabrics are a key element to every collection and most of these fabrics are woven from viscose yarn and Garment Dyed. The trademark of Ghost design is the use of colour which can only be achieved through this Garment Dye process. The process gives the garments a crinkled texture similar to vintage satin Champagne Rimbaud Rosé donated by Jascots Wine Merchants The Jascots team is a passionate bunch of experts that are on hand to make a real difference to their customers. Their experience covers retail, hospitality, food service and sales enabling them to be equally at home creating the dream wine list that hits the mark for both individuals and businesses alike Brora Lambswool Rug donated by Brora (Islington) All our cashmere is made by our mill in the Scottish borders that has been producing cashmere for over 200 years. Our unique palette of colours is especially blended for us and we use only the finest quality yarn from carefully selected herds. We are passionate about made in Britain and make the majority of our clothing in the UK. Islington Store: 186 Upper Street, N1 1RQ 7. Shepherds Bookbinders Photo Album donated by Shepherds Over 25 years ago Shepherds opened a hand bookbinding company in Rochester Row, Victoria, London. Shepherds is home to two of London s oldest and most prestigious bookbinding companies, Zaehnsdorf (est.1842) and Sangorski & Sutcliffe (est.1901). These old London binderies are widely acknowledged as two of the most important hand-bookbinding companies of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Their aim is to cover all aspects of the book arts. Through their shops and website they offer a broad range of materials and services. 8&9. The Emerson Satchel and The Georgia Watch donated by Fossil Fossil is an American watch and lifestyle company, creatively rooted in authentic vintage and classic design. We strive to create high-quality watches, bags and more that preserve the best of the past while updating it for today. When the clean lines of the mid-century meet the modern looks of today, the result is key items that represent the best of what we stand for: bags that pair portability with streamlined design, traditional watches created in fresh hues and materials, and timeless clothes and accessories that accompany you wherever you are travelling Cheeky House Sparrow (embroidered and framed) donated by Amanda Wright, Contemporary hand embroidered textiles Hand stitched embroidery, like all traditional, craft-based needlework, is a slow and linear process, but this allows time to reflect as the work progresses Cut & Blow Dry donated by Headmasters Hair Salons The first Headmasters salon opened in Wimbledon Village in With dedication & commitment to our core values of combining premium hairdressing & amazing service, Headmasters grew into an international salon group. With unisex salons across central London and SW/E from Windsor to Brighton, the lucky winner shouldn t have too far to travel to look fabulous! Refresh: Geranium & Orange Organic Collection Gift Box donated by Neal s Yard (Islington) Neal s Yard s passionate belief that beauty should be natural, not synthetic, has been at the heart of their business since they started, over 30 years ago. They believe in nature, honesty and transparency, and your right to know what goes into the products you buy. Their vision was to bring the expertise of the apothecary and their holistic approach to health and beauty to people and communities. The Refresh Box has been created using one of their signature blends. This uplifting collection balances the emotions and enhances the mood, making it ideal for friends in need of a little revitalisation. They re the perfect way to start the day. Islington store: 295 Upper Street, N1 2TU 13. Surprise Selection of gifts donated by Isabel Haines From the captivating scents of Durance candles and perfumes, the traditional class of Redecker household brushes, the quality of Berard wooden kitchen blocks and the sharpness of her Opinel knives, Isabel brings style and flair to your home furnishings. Plus she is one of our most generous supporters both in kind and in her time and input. True class! hainesmail@btinternet.com 14. The Avid Explorer: A Lavish Body Care Quartet donated by Aesop (Islington) Aesop was established in Melbourne in 1987 with a quest to create a range of superlative products for the skin, hair and body. They are committed to using both plant-based and laboratory-made ingredients of the highest quality and proven efficacy particularly those with the greatest anti-oxidant properties. Every Aesop product is made with the same attention to detail they believe should be applied to life at large, taking into consideration a diversity of needs as well as seasonal and environmental conditions. This gift box incorporates four formulations offering gentle, thorough cleansing and rich hydration for hands and body, and refreshment for skin and senses. Islington store: 56 Cross Street, N1 2BA 15,16&17. Ottolenghi Cookbook donated by Ottolenghi (Islington) Based in the test-kitchen in Camden, Yotam spends much of his time creating and testing recipes for his column in the Guardian, on-going cookery books and programmes for television. When he is not creating and cooking, testing, tasting and tweaking, he is overseeing the day-to-day running of the shops and restaurant. This involves more testing, tasting and tweaking so when he is not doing this he tries very hard to do something other than eat. Family life and pilates are his much-loved distractions Upper Street, N1 2TZ Tel: Pink Croc Leather Clutch, Pink Leather Birthdays Book and Large Three Wick Violet & Fig Candle donated by Organise-Us Beautiful yet practical diaries, elegant leather goods and a gorgeous new range of high quality soy candles, proudly Made in England, exemplify practical sophistication. Simplify your life. Vicci Butler, the Founder of Organise-Us has been supporting KLF since 2012 with generous raffle, auction prizes AND table gifts Top of the range Hamper donated by Honeysuckle Hampers Producers of delicious artisan hampers, Honeysuckle Hampers work closely with their suppliers, discussing new ideas and products to make sure that their hampers contain the best of the best. Many of their suppliers are award winners and this just reconfirms how good their products are. 98% of Honeysuckle Hampers products are sourced from Northamptonshire. If it cannot be found within the county, they will only go as far as a neighbouring county to source it. Food miles are incredibly important to them Anya Hindmarch The Bathurst Space Invader Lock Clutch Bag donated by Anya Hindmarch From designing her very first bag to critically-acclaimed London Fashion Week shows, Anya Hindmarch has approached every project with the creativity and humour that has become synonymous with the brand. Highlights of the last 25 years include the famous I Am Not a Plastic Bag for which 80,000 people queued across the UK London Fashion Week shows and windows and pop-ups in some of the world s leading stores, including Selfridges in London, Colette in Paris and Isetan in Tokyo. This creativity and attention to detail has earned a strong celebrity following, including Alexa Chung, Cara Delevingne, Kate Moss, Florence Welch and The Duchess of Cambridge. We are very lucky to have such a wonderful supporter! Correct at time of printing. Further changes may be made on the day of the luncheon.

Silent Auction Lots Annual KLF Luncheon 2017 2nd Lot Champions Tennis and a Touch of Tim Henman

Simply complete the relevant bidding ticket/s (separate sheet), detach and place it/them in the

Two lucky people will watch the Greatest Players on the Grandest Stage The highest bidder per lot

Champions Tennis at the Royal Albert Hall is the season ending finale to the ATP Champions Tour.

1 s and national icons compete in one of London s most famed and iconic venues.

competitively in both singles matches and entertaining doubles matches.

kindly donated by Dick Greenwood Spectators are treated to high quality tennis and entertainment

Greenwood, former England Captain and Coach (and Dad of Will!

November 2017 at Twickenham England v Samoa To top it all off, you will meet Tim for a glass of

This unique day begins with a rendezvous in the Bollinger marquee (in the West Car Park) for a

Lunch is then served in the Old Internationals Room with some of the legends of yesteryear.

strength and power), guests return to the Old Internationals Room for post-match refreshments and

3rd Lot Hospitality packages for this event sell for up to 799 + VAT per head.

We are loving this fabulous Feather Down Jacket.

4 Silent Auction Lots Annual KLF Luncheon nd Lot Champions Tennis and a Touch of Tim Henman Magic This is a fabulous three part prize for all you tennis lovers out there! Simply complete the relevant bidding ticket/s (separate sheet), detach and place it/them in the designated envelope which will be picked up from your table. Two lucky people will watch the Greatest Players on the Grandest Stage The highest bidder per lot will be notified at the end of the lunch. Champions Tennis at the Royal Albert Hall is the season ending finale to the ATP Champions Tour. Former Grand Slam Champions, World No.1 s and national icons compete in one of London s most famed and iconic venues. The event has welcomed a host of the biggest names and personalities on the Tour to play competitively in both singles matches and entertaining doubles matches. 1st Lot Tickets and Hospitality for 2 at Twickenham for England v Samoa This prize has been kindly donated by Dick Greenwood Spectators are treated to high quality tennis and entertainment in a breath-taking environment, players also feel privileged to play in such a unique and atmospheric arena. Reserve price for this lot: 1000 Tickets and Hospitality for two at Twickenham hosted by Dick Greenwood, former England Captain and Coach (and Dad of Will!) You will be the lucky recipient of a tennis racquet signed by Tim Henman on Saturday 25th November 2017 at Twickenham England v Samoa To top it all off, you will meet Tim for a glass of champagne at the event itself an experience money can t usually buy! This unique day begins with a rendezvous in the Bollinger marquee (in the West Car Park) for a champagne reception who knows who might pop in and join us! Lunch is then served in the Old Internationals Room with some of the legends of yesteryear. After a scintillating display of rugby (we anticipate bearing in mind Samoa s warrior-like strength and power), guests return to the Old Internationals Room for post-match refreshments and match analysis, in the company of a galaxy of the stars of the game. 3rd Lot Hospitality packages for this event sell for up to VAT per head. This one, however, is THE ultimate inside track exclusive! We are loving this fabulous Feather Down Jacket. This prize is for afternoon of Thursday 30th November 2017 Kindly donated by IMG (Charlie Grave) BLACK QUILTED DOWN JACKET WITH NATURAL RACCOON FUR HOOD Yes, it keeps you toasty warm and all the practical stuff (which even during our rubbish winters in the UK is kind of important) but it s also super flattering, with its classic lines and cute oversized hood, and we can t count the number of compliments we ve received whilst wearing it. You d really better turn down the central heating, because you won t want to take it off, even indoors! Retailing at 450 this could be yours (S, M or L) to glamorously snuggle into! Kindly Donated by Jenna Crossley, Founder.

4th Lot 6th Lot This is a truly special prize kindly donated by Tony McGee Donated by Catharine Somerville www.catharinesomerville.

After hair and make-up you ll sit for Tony, with one or two changes of clothes to try out different looks, in order to capture your perfect portrait.

s character and features through angles, light and mood. The shoot will last for half a day and you ll be asked to bring a few changes of clothes.

What a sensational experience and what a precious memento to cherish (and show off)! Tony grew up in Chelsea in a wonderfully artistic family.

5 4th Lot 6th Lot This is a truly special prize kindly donated by Tony McGee Donated by Catharine Somerville A beautiful portrait sitting at Tony McGee s London Studio You ll experience the warmest of welcomes at Tony s Central London studio. After hair and make-up you ll sit for Tony, with one or two changes of clothes to try out different looks, in order to capture your perfect portrait. Rose is a rose is a rose is a rose Reserve price for this lot: 200 Working in black and white, Tony is a master of his art, using his intuition and expertise to create shots that reflect each subject s character and features through angles, light and mood. The shoot will last for half a day and you ll be asked to bring a few changes of clothes. You ll take home a high quality printed 20 x16 photo signed by Tony and a usb stick containing high resolution copies of your photos for your own use. What a sensational experience and what a precious memento to cherish (and show off)! Tony grew up in Chelsea in a wonderfully artistic family. Encouraged by them he headed off to Pinewood Studios at 16 to learn his craft. By the age of 17 he had his first Vogue cover and his success was exponential, He has worked in NY and Paris and is now back in his beloved London, still very busy with his camera, but also involved in film making and is excited about all of the creative opportunities yet to come. In late 2016, the National Portrait Gallery accepted one of Tony s photographs into the permanent photographic collection an outstanding achievement. The prize is valid for six months from and will be arranged at a mutually convenient time. 5th Lot Sun Setting over Wooded Bank of River Nick Dale is a freelance photographer living in Putney. He focuses mainly on wildlife and has taken photographs on all seven continents. Nick has won several awards for his photography including the judges award in 4Pixoto competition and most recently the Sunday Times Audley Travel Big Shot competition with an image of a bear catching a salmon. This later photograph can be seen in his North American collection online. Nick has published photographic books of India and Antarctica. As well as his photography Nick gives talks, holds regular exhibitions and gives lessons in photography to small groups or individuals. Photo taken on the bank of the Chobe River in Botswana, April 2016 Mounted on white card (A1) Kindly Donated by Nick Dale Some of his photographs have been sold to leading newspapers including The Evening Standard, The Daily Telegraph, The Guardian, and Daily Mail and also to a luxury hotel in Hong Kong. See his website for more information and to view more of his work. It s all about colour; Catharine Somerville has spent years developing a unique colour palette. She is a post graduate of Visual Arts Painting and Drawing at the University of Sussex and West Dean College in England. Her time is split between the UK and Canada, teaching and exhibiting internationally. For this painting I used Gertrude Stein as an inspiration. Her sentence Rose is a rose is a rose is a rose. was written as part of her 1913 poem Sacred Emily. In that poem, the first Rose is the name of a person. Stein later used variations on the sentence in other writings, and A rose is a rose is a rose is among her most famous quotations, often interpreted as meaning things are what they are, a statement of the law of identity, A is A. In Stein s view, the sentence ex-presses the fact that simply using the name of a thing already invokes the imagery and emotions associated with it, an idea also intensively discussed in the problem of universal debate where Peter Abelard and others.

garnet: Dimensions of the gem: H: 7.9mm, W: 7.9mm, D: 5.

of Redecker bathroom and kitchen accessories, the quality of Berard wooden kitchen blocks and the sharpness of her Opinel knives. She brings style and flair to your home furnishings.

Germany s Redecker is a family business that has been crafting artisan brushware since 1935.

personal care products, many of which are finished by hand. To experience a little bit of Isabel style magic in your home, simply contact her on hainesmail@btinternet.

Tsavorite is more durable than emerald with a higher degree of brilliance and fire and unlike most emeralds it is entirely natural and unenhanced - a true collector s gem.

This stone should ideally be set into 18ct gold, perhaps with a halo of diamonds but... that is your choice!

Susan Carr of Fabula Gems can advise you at any point and can recommend skilled craftsmen to work with you.

colour gems hail You can read all about the discovery of Tsavorite in the 1960 s, its naming by Tiffany after Tsavo, the famous National Park on the border of Tanzania and Kenya, and its future

15ct at 5,150. This demonstrates the absolute generosity of Fabula Gems with this low reserve price especially for you lovely ladies and gentlemen.

6 7 th Lot Fabula Gems Presents a 2.38 Carat Heart-shaped Tsavorite Katie s Lymphoedema Fund would like to take this opportunity to say a few SPECIAL THANK YOUs Reserve price for this lot: 450 A brilliant and vivid form of green garnet: Dimensions of the gem: H: 7.9mm, W: 7.9mm, D: 5.55mm EVERY GEMSTONE TELLS A STORY Isabel Haines has for many years been delighting our raffle and auction prize winners with captivating scents of Durance candles and perfumes, the traditional class of Redecker bathroom and kitchen accessories, the quality of Berard wooden kitchen blocks and the sharpness of her Opinel knives. She brings style and flair to your home furnishings. Plus she is one of our most generous supporters both in kind and in her time and input. True class! She is delighting us ALL today by giving each of us a gift of a Redecker brush to take home. Germany s Redecker is a family business that has been crafting artisan brushware since Famous for its combination of German design, functionality and use of sustainable wood and natural fibres, this tradition inspired brushware collection features quality kitchen, cleaning, garden and personal care products, many of which are finished by hand. To experience a little bit of Isabel style magic in your home, simply contact her on hainesmail@btinternet.com Tsavorite is rare in any significant size with very few gems over two carats. At this size it is at least 1000 times rarer than emerald, its main well known and understood rival. Tsavorite is more durable than emerald with a higher degree of brilliance and fire and unlike most emeralds it is entirely natural and unenhanced - a true collector s gem. We hope you re excited about the prospect of a lovely little goody bag from Aesop. Let your imagination flow in visualising how you might have this beautiful gem set bespoke for you. This stone should ideally be set into 18ct gold, perhaps with a halo of diamonds but... that is your choice! For a highly affordable option you could begin with a silver pendant setting for now and progress to the recommended gold, with or without diamonds at a later date. Susan Carr of Fabula Gems can advise you at any point and can recommend skilled craftsmen to work with you. The gem comes with the latest signed Gemstones book from internationally acclaimed jeweller Vladyslav Yavorskyy a coffee table book with stories and amazing phjotographs of where many of the finest colour gems hail You can read all about the discovery of Tsavorite in the 1960 s, its naming by Tiffany after Tsavo, the famous National Park on the border of Tanzania and Kenya, and its future potential rise to superstar status on the gemstone stage! Just to demonstrate the market value of this little gem, 2 live market examples include stones priced as follows: 1.99ct at 4700 and a 2.15ct at 5,150. This demonstrates the absolute generosity of Fabula Gems with this low reserve price especially for you lovely ladies and gentlemen. Don t forget, this is rapidly becoming a true collector s gem! If you don t use their products already we re convinced you soon will! Aesop was established in Melbourne in 1987 with a quest to create a range of superlative products for the skin, hair and body. They are committed to using both plant-based and laboratory-made ingredients of the highest quality and proven efficacy particularly those with the greatest anti-oxidant properties. Every Aesop product is made with the same attention to detail they believe should be applied to life at large, taking into consideration a diversity of needs as well as seasonal and environmental conditions. Visit them online at or pop into their Islington store: 56 Cross Street, N1 2BA Thank you to Clare Parsons of Lansons for the generous Magnum of champagne SPOT PRIZE! LANSONS IS A FULL SERVICE STRATEGIC CONSULTANCY, SPECIALISING IN CORPORATE, MEDIA AND POLITICAL COMMUNICATIONS. THEY HELP THEIR CLIENTS ACHIEVE THEIR OBJECTIVES BY COMMUNICATING MORE EFFECTIVELY WITH CUSTOMERS, INVESTORS, EMPLOYEES, POLICY-MAKERS, REGULATORS AND THE WIDER PUBLIC. This amazing prize has been donated by Susan Carr, Gemologist and Founder of Fabula Gems The book comes via Susan from Vladyslav Yavorskky Don t forget to complete the relevant bidding ticket/s (separate sheet), detach and place it/them in the designated envelope which will be picked up from your table. The highest bidder per lot will be notified at the end of the lunch. Maziak Compressor Services have been a longstanding supporter, providing much needed funds to underwrite administrative costs such as the design and printing of these lunch documents. This means that your generous donations to Katie s Lymphoedema Fund go direct and 100% towards training practitioners. If you need an air compressor or nitrogen generator for your business, contact Emma or James (emma@maziak.co.uk)!

TAKE YOUR FLOWER ARRANGEMENT HOME! Big bouquet-style thanks go to Jenny Tripp Black for sponsoring today s flowers and Carolyn Dunster for sponsoring the lovely pots they come in.

7 TAKE YOUR FLOWER ARRANGEMENT HOME! Big bouquet-style thanks go to Jenny Tripp Black for sponsoring today s flowers and Carolyn Dunster for sponsoring the lovely pots they come in. As a result of this, we are delighted to sell them to you for your delectation at home, with 100% of the funds going towards training our practitioners! Look out for the envelope on your table just pop your donation inside, give it to a responsible KLF representative and off you go smelling beautiful all the way home! On behalf of Katie s Lymphoedema Fund & The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity Thank you for joining us and for your support! Correct at time of printing. Further changes may be made on the day of the luncheon.

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