Claire House Children’s Hospice boosted by very fashionable occasion in Formby

Aug 21 2008 by Kate Dilworth, Formby Times

Claire House Children’s Hospice boosted by very fashionable occasion in Formby

FORMBY’S latest childrenswear shop hosted a well-attended fundraiser for Claire House Children’s Hospice on its launch night last week.

Blu Kangaroo, which brings a European flavour to fit 0 to 10 year-olds, is the first retail venture for former flight attendant Christine Campbell.

The shop in The Gallery on Halsall Lane was packed with guests who raised £230 for charity as they shopped on Thursday evening.

Christine said: “It went really well.

“I was nervous because this is the first time I’ve sold anything apart from on a plane, and they couldn’t get away from me then!

“It’s a massive learning curve, but I’m enjoying every minute of it.

“The clothes are mostly Spanish, Italian, French and Dutch – next summer I have got some amazing labels coming, I’m really excited about it.”

Talking about Claire House, she added: “I’m lucky to have two healthy children, Isobel who’s five and Georja, who’s three. I’m hoping to build a good relationship with Claire House by supporting them however we can at the shop.”