jashcroft.co.uk blog

Welcome to Jo's jashcroft blog. (www.jashcroft.co.uk is a trading name of 4myhead.com Limited) All hats, scarves, beanies or turbans for women, men and teenagers are available on - www.jashcroft.co.uk

Wednesday, 21 September 2011

Cancer and activity

Interesting article on this cancer prevention blog from the World Cancer Research fund:  http://blog.wcrf-uk.org/2011/09/exercise-and-cancer/

For those who are living with and beyond breast cancer, check out the Breast Cancer Care new programme - Moving Forward:
http://www.breastcancercare.org.uk/breast-cancer-services/talks-courses-local-support/talks-courses/moving-forward-courses


Monday, 12 September 2011

Lymphatic Cancer Awareness Week 12-18 September 2011

Jashcroft is the home of our stylish cotton hats, designer print headscarves and gorgeous silk scarves.  During September 2011, we are pleased to support the Lymphoma Association through the sale of a selection of purple hats, scarves, turbans and headbands.  15% from the sale of the selected headwear will be donated to the Lymphoma Association (Registered charity no. 1068395).  To find these products, please visit www.jashcroft.co.uk and select the colour purple.

Further details are in our press release:
September 2011.  BUCKS BUSINESS SUPPORTS THE LYMPHOMA ASSOCIATION FOR SECOND YEAR

A businesswoman from South Bucks is once again supporting an Aylesbury-based cancer charity by donating 15 percent of proceeds from the sale of her purple hats and scarves throughout September.

She said: ″Last September my business supported the Lymphoma Association through the sale of our purple headscarf. In 2011, our new website www.jashcroft.co.uk was launched and our product range has been extended to include silk scarves and cotton baker boy hats.″

″With the new website, I am pleased to announce that we have seven purple gifts available.  This includes two headscarves, a fabulous baker boy hat, a turban, a headband, a beanie and a gorgeous silk scarf,″ Ashcroft added. ″This month, our purple gifts are being sold with 15 per cent of the proceeds benefitting the Lymphoma Association.″

Alice Strudwick, director of fundraising at the Lymphoma Association said: ″This year our Lymphatic Cancer Awareness Week is being held from 12 to18 September so we are delighted and incredibly grateful that Jo has decided to support us during this month.″

″The aim of the week is to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of lymphoma and also to raise vital funds for our charity so we can continue to provide our free services to anyone affected by lymphatic cancer.″

About the Lymphoma Association

Founded by patients in 1986, the Lymphoma Association is the only specialist UK charity that provides accurate medical information and support to lymphatic cancer patients, their families, friends and carers.

Every year, more than 13,500 new cases of lymphoma are identified in the UK alone, making it the 5th most common cancer diagnosed by clinicians, and the most common cancer affecting the under 30s age group.

The services that the charity offer include a freephone helpline, comprehensive free literature, a buddy scheme with telephone links to others with similar experiences, local support groups, regional patient conferences and a fully interactive website featuring a messageboard and chatroom.  In addition, the organisation has established five Lymphoma Association Clinical Nurse Specialist posts within NHS Haematology Units. 

Sunday, 11 September 2011

New teenage cancer hat page

To support our teenage cancer hat competition, we have created a new page of information on the competition and other cancer charities that support adolescents with cancer through services or information.  Details can be found on our 4myhead website:

http://www.4myhead.com/teencancerhat.php

Jo's Jashcroft website now has the winning hat design available for sale, the Phlly cap.  You can also buy all of the styles suitable for adolescents on a dedicated page.  To find the full range of hats and caps for teens, please visit:

http:www.jashcroft.co.uk/product_listing.php?category_name=Teens

Thursday, 8 September 2011

Link to obesity

Before I get a chance to read the original source, from the BBC website some news:

The number of new cancer cases has increased by 20% in under a decade and now stands at 12 million a year, according to the World Cancer Research Fund. It warns that nearly a quarter of those cases are "preventable". It calculated that 2.8m new cancers each year are linked to diet, exercise and obesity.

Have a look at this month's Good Housekeeping issue on breast cancer awareness. In their Good Health section, they have 'Everything you need to know'. Number one is Aim for a healthy weight. Including the risks but also what you can do. Read it.

Monday, 5 September 2011

Good Housekeeping October 2011

Did you see our first advertisement in Good Housekeeping? The October 2011 issue with Judi Dench on the cover and Jashcroft advertisement in the Breast Cancer Awareness section. Hats, scarves, beanies and turbans. Stylish British-made designs for those experiencing hair loss. We have a large selection of headscarves in soft jersey fabrics and a range of cotton hat styles. To order easily and securely, with free delivery in mainland UK, call 07505 028 099 or visit our website www.jashcroft.co.uk

Friday, 2 September 2011

Press release: Bucks business supports cancer charity for second year

A businesswoman from South Bucks is once again supporting an Aylesbury-based cancer charity by donating 15% of proceeds from the sale of her purple hats and scarves throughout September.

Jo Ashcroft began designing headwear for ladies with hair loss due to chemotherapy treatment, and soon after launched her business, 4myhead.com Limited. Jo designs hats, beanies, turbans and scarves which are made in the UK and sold on her websites.

She said: ‘Last September my business supported the Lymphoma Association through the sale of our purple headscarf. In 2011, our new website www.jashcroft.co.uk was launched and our product range has been extended to include silk scarves and cotton baker boy hats.

‘With the new website, I am pleased to announce that we have seven purple gifts available under this promotion: two headscarves, a fabulous baker boy hat, a turban, a headband, a beanie and a gorgeous silk scarf,’ Ashcroft added. ‘This month, our purple gifts are being sold with 15% of the proceeds benefitting the Lymphoma Association.’

Alice Strudwick, director of fundraising at the Lymphoma Association said: ‘This year our Lymphatic Cancer Awareness Week is being held from 12 – 18 September so we are delighted and incredibly grateful that Jo has decided to support us during this month.

‘The aim of the week is to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of lymphoma and also to raise vital funds for our charity so we can continue to provide our free services to anyone affected by lymphatic cancer.’

For more information about this promotion and to buy your purple gifts, please visit www.jashcroft.co.uk.


-ENDS-

About the Lymphoma Association
Founded by patients in 1986, the Lymphoma Association is the only specialist UK charity that provides accurate medical information and support to lymphatic cancer patients, their families, friends and carers.

Every year, more than 13,500 new cases of lymphoma are identified in the UK alone, making it the 5th most common cancer diagnosed by clinicians, and the most common cancer affecting the under 30s age group.

The services that we offer include a freephone helpline, comprehensive free literature, a buddy scheme with telephone links to others with similar experiences, local support groups, regional patient conferences and a fully interactive website featuring a messageboard and chatroom. In addition, the organisation has established five Lymphoma Association Clinical Nurse Specialist posts within NHS Haematology Units.

Lymphoma Association, PO Box 386, Aylesbury, Bucks HP20 2GA
T: 01296 619400

www.lymphomas.org.uk


About Jo Ashcroft

Following discussions with a friend, Jo started designing headwear for ladies with hair loss from chemotherapy treatment. 4myhead.com Limited was formed in 2007 and in 2011, a second website www.jashcroft.co.uk was launched.

Jo is a firm believer in using skilled seamstresses and all her hats and scarves are made in the UK. A wide range of headwear and scarves are now available in limited editions and new designs and colours are regularly added.

Jo continues to support a number of cancer charities through various fundraising events and ideas. Since starting her business, Jo Ashcroft has supported and organised many events that support cancer research and treatment, helping to raise over £5,000 for national charities and institutes.

Jo is based in South Bucks, T: 07505 028 099

For further information, visit: www.jashcroft.co.uk