Tools of the Trade

Today we’re starting a new sponsored feature – in Tools of the Trade you’ll find a selection of home business essentials, the things you need every day. It might be an accessory for your home office, an item of stationery, a useful website or a techie gadget.

Enjoy today’s choice of home workers’ tools of the trade, and click on the photos to see them full size:

The StudyBed

For many people, working from home means losing the spare bedroom, which in turn creates a huge problem when guests come to stay. Now there is an ingenious solution that allows you to use your spare room as both an office and guest bedroom without sacrificing either function.

It is called The StudyBed, and it combines a standard normal bed with a huge desk. Because the clever mechanism allows everything to remain on the bed and on the desk, it takes just 3 seconds to convert from one mode to the other. It is available in all mattress sizes, a wide choice of finishes and many options on matching furniture.

laptopbags.co.uk

The new SOCHA Couture Rouge business bag provides great protection for your laptop, and is available in burgundy red and black. It has several zip pockets and multiple compartments. The well-protected padded compartment in the middle suitable for 14-15.6″ laptops, and there are two further large compartments for A4 paper, tablet/iPad, and all your accessories.

Long handles allow you to wear the bag comfortably over your shoulder. At the front is a handy pocket with invisible magnetic closure – convenient to get to keys, mobile phone or passes quickly. Five metal feet on the bottom ensure the bag sits firmly in place while at the same time protecting against dirt and moisture.

The Cake Nest

Cake – where would hardworking small business owners be without an occasional slice of cake with our cuppa? Whether it’s a welcome break from the computer, a reward for a job well done, or a way to say thank you, cake is an essential.

Whatever the message, here at The Cake Nest we make keeping in touch with clients a piece of cake with our bespoke service. Everything is handmade by us and delivered by your friendly postman. Stand out from the crowd and show what loyalty means to you with a scrumptious slice of cake. Making cakes that make people happy is our passion. Whose face would you like us to bring a smile to?

If you make or sell a product that’s an essential for busy home workers, and would like to feature in a future Tools of the Trade, just let us know and we’ll explain what’s required. It’s very straightforward.