Achille Gaggia filed patent for the first professional coffee machine in 1938. His idea was to force water under pressure to flow over ground coffee and produce espresso. The steam generated is used for frothing milk.

Avenue Beech Single Door Cabinet, at John Lewis
Single door cabinet in beech with frosted glass doors and 2 adjustable shelves.

Lincoln Towel Rail, Chrome, at John Lewis
Wall mounted chrome single towel rail.

It is one of a range of clean and contemporary glass and polished chrome plated bathroom fittings. They are strong and durable, and sleek thanks to concealed fittings.

The 'Lincoln'range includes a soap dish, tumbler, toilet roll holder, robe hook, towel rail, towel ring, mirror and glass shelf.

Feather Evening Bag, Ivory, at John Lewis
This fantastic evening bag covered in floaty feathers features a metal chain strap, an internal pocket and clasp fastening.

John Lewis Polycotton Quilted Pillow Protector, Standard, at JohnLewis
Jonelle quilted pillow protector in polycotton. Robust 50% cotton / 50% polyester fitted cover with heavy-duty 100% polyester cover. Machine washable.

Super Tramp Boomer Trampoline, Blue, at John Lewis
The Boomer is a competition size, flat pack, slot-together outdoor trampoline, designed and built for seriously sporty and competitive trampolinists. The boomer is used extensively by many extreme sports enthusiasts. Consists of a pre-galvanised 60mm diameter steel tube frame and 118 x 23.5cm heavy duty galvanised high carbon steel springs. With 50mm tensioned webbing supports frame pads. For use by one person at a time. Weight 252kg. Flat packed for self assembly.

Note: Children using this equipment should be supervised by an adult at all times.

Waitrose Fino Sherry (15% vol), at John Lewis
Light sherry with good bite and lasting palate.

Montana Lindauer Special Reserve Brut, Sparkling Wine, New Zealand, Case of 12, at John Lewis
A classy dry reserve blend of Chardonnay/Pinot Noir from New Zealand. Ripe fresh fruit with flavours of wild strawberries, it has a smooth mousse and fine crisp long lasting finish overlaid with a delicate note of patisserie. A hint of pink from the black-skinned Pinot Noir gives it a "blush" appearance.

Penfolds Rawson's Retreat Shiraz / Cabernet 2004 SE Australia, Case of 12, at John Lewis
The eminently drinkable Penfolds style can be detected in the ripe berry and plum fruit, complemented with subtle oak flavours of cinnamon spice. Winemaker John Duval has added Ruby Cabernet and Grenache to the Cabernet/Shiraz blend which adds suppleness of texture. Excellent on its own or with picnic dishes such as pizza, quiche, sausage rolls, cold meats, terrines or pts.

H by Hine VSOP Cognac, Case of 12, at JohnLewis
A fine VSOP cognac from the house of Hine. Great balance of fruit and complex wood.

John Lewis Classic Bath Mat, Riviera, 86cm x 55cm, at John Lewis
Classic bath mat made from 100% extra fine combed cotton for added softness and absorbency. Made in England. Exclusive to John Lewis.

Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen Sculpture Table Lamp, at John Lewis
Gently twisting arms in silver painted metal are illuminated by three bright halogen bulbs. Designed by Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen using clean, lines as the perfect complement to modern urban living. Includes bulbs.

The Cork Grove Fernão Pires 2003 Ribatejo, Portugal, Case of 12, at John Lewis
From the Casal Branco estate near to the River Tagus estuary in the Ribatejo, this white wine is part of a range of new Portuguese wines made for the international market. With its delicately dry, fresh citrus palate and supple, soft approachability, the native Fernao Pires variety makes wine that has good potential to partner all kinds of foods, including the more spicy meats - or try on its own.

Graphic V Magazine Rack, at John Lewis
Funky geometric lines for a look thats both 60s retro yet also futuristic. This sharply styled magazine rack is between 10 -12mm thick, and is part of a transparent acrylic collection exclusive to John Lewis keep its clarity by avoiding use of abrasive cleaner.

Dorset Armchair, at John Lewis
Garden armchair made from corrosion resistant cast aluminium for a gorgeous graphite sheen finish. Partial self assembly required.

Hotpoint Larder Fridge, White, RLA51P, at John Lewis
Free 2 year guarantee. Rated 'A' for energy efficiency, this fridge features deep door storage, large salad and vegetable bins, a wine rack and a split shelf for storing tall items in an upright position. The door racks are deep enough to hold 5 litre bottles and 6 cans of drink.

The fridge's spill-proof safety glass shelves have an easy-to-clean smooth flat surface that reduces tipping and stops any spillages from dripping onto food below.

The stylish design means the appliance fits flush to the wall so there are no wires showing. There is even a cut out for the skirting board. With reversible door.

This model also includes Microban antibacterial lining. Microban technology is built-in during manufacturing to provide continuous antibacterial and antifungal protection.

Lilliput Cot Top Changer, Beech, at John Lewis
This natural beech finish cot top changer fits across the top of a cot to provide a sturdy changing surface, with handles to make it easy to remove. To fit cots and cotbeds 59.5 - 77cm wide.

Housekeeper's Collection Dishwash Box, at John Lewis
An attractive dishwash box in blue enamel with white rim and labelling.

Life Fitness Treadmill, T9i, at John Lewis
When you want a health club-quality workout but you can't make it to the gym every day, the ultimate T9i treadmill is the perfect alternative. It features the FlexDeck shock absorption system, extra strong frame and flared handrails. It's interactive too, and heart rate monitoring is via Lifepulse digital contact hand sensors or the Polar heart rate monitoring system.

Lifepulse contact hand sensors and one-of-a-kind digital heart rate monitoring technology discern your true heart rate and then automatically adjust resistance to keep you within your target heart rate zone. An easy-to-use console displays continuous feedback while on-the-fly programming allows for greater workout variety. The FlexDeck shock absorption system greatly reduces impact to your muscles and joints by up to 30%. The ultra-quiet, 4.0 horsepower MagnaDrive AC motor is also found on Life Fitness commercial treadmills, so it powerfully performs up to all your demands. Speed 0.5 - 12mph (0.8 - 20km/h). Elevation 0% - 15%. Free delivery and home assembly included.
Guarantee: lifetime on the frame and shock absorbers; 3 years on electrical, mechanical parts and labour.

Life Fitness is synonymous with long-term durability and is the most popular brand of commercial quality fitness equipment worldwide. Based in the USA, their design experience stretches back over 30 years and they strike an unbeatable combination of functionality and features. Purchasing premium Life Fitness equipment can be regarded as a wise investment for your fitness regime for many years to come.

Safety Warning: Before starting a new exercise programme we recommend you consult your doctor or other professional medical adviser. Click here for more information

JVC DAB Micro System, UX-HB4, at JohnLewis
Great value JVC DAB micro system that incorporates a CD and cassette player as well as a DAB digital radio. The digital radio had 20 preset stations and, with the built-in clocks timer you can wake up to your favourite station. The cassette player's also got a timer on it so you can record your favourite programme if you're going to be out.

Roberts R986 Stereo Personal Radio, at John Lewis
Weighing only 35g and just 8cm long this discreet two-band stereo personal radio comes complete with earphones for comfort and convenience, all in a contemporary silver and black design.

Roberts have been making radios since 1932 when Harry Roberts founded the company. They are renowned for the quality craftsmanship and today hold three Royal Warrants.

Sheringham Four Drawer Low Chest, at John Lewis
Sheringham low chest with heavy brass handles and four dovetailed, solid wood drawers. Exclusive to John Lewis.

The Sheringham range is a premier bedroom suite, crafted from cherry wood using designs based on traditional methods of cabinet making. It features the finest quality detailing with heavy brass handles and dovetailed, solid wood drawers.

DeLonghi Convector Heater, HCA530TFS, at John Lewis
Powerful 3kW convector heater with turbo fan boost to circulate warm air quickly. It has electronic climate control which automatically monitors and selects the ideal power setting for a chosen temperature, has three heat levels and a cool air facility for summer use. Also has a 24 hour timer, thermostat to stabilise room temperature, overheat safety cut-out, anti-frost setting heater operates if temperature falls below 5C, safety alarm switches heater off if knocked over, built-in carry handles and freestanding or wall mountable using brackets supplied.

Zanussi Electric Cooker, Stainless Steel, ZCE7702X, at John Lewis
Free 2 year guarantee. A distinguishing feature of this lacquered stainless steel cooker is its angled Axxis control panel which is located on top in front of the hob, rather than at the front on top of the oven which means you don't need to bend or stand back to view your oven settings.

This has a conventional top oven containing a quick grill, which heats faster than a conventional element grill and has completely uniform heat across its two zones. The programmable main oven has a Thermoflow fan for consistent temperature, and includes a defrost setting which is particularly useful for slow but safe defrosting of meat.

The ceramic hob has four fast zones, including one dual zone to accommodate small or large pots, and a residual heat warning light. The cooker has a smooth lacquered finish to make it easy to clean, and the ovens have self-cleaning catalytic linings. Drop down double insulated glass doors. Power rating: 45 amps.

Truck and Bucket Set, at John Lewis
One for the sand pit or beach, this plastic playset includes truck with hopper, bucket, spade, sieve and rake, watering can and turtle mould. Bucket H16.5cm. Suitable from age 2.

Lynton Stripe Beanbag, Raspberry, at John Lewis
A chic multi-coloured beanbag in a stripey design. Filled with polystyrene beads.

Pouilly-Fumé 2002 Masson Blondelet, Loire, France, Case of 12, at John Lewis
Crisp, elegant, versatile and well-structured straight Sauvignon Blanc from this dedicated grower in the heart of the Loire's Central Vineyards. The classic match to white meats and fish dishes.

Baby Polar Gear Bottle/Food Cooler, at John Lewis
This lightweight polyester travel accessory with PVC lining is suitable for cooling feeding bottles and food. It arrives with a mini ice pack, shoulder strap and useful internal and external pockets for storing a bib or utensils. Fits wide neck bottles and breast pump or bottles and food. Capacity 4 litres. W21 x D15 x H18cm.