It’s that magical time of the year again when the rooftops are covered in snow and every inch of your porch is illuminated with bright lights. As the holidays approach, you won’t have to worry about finding the best stocking stuffers for your loved ones. Stuffing them with candy and coal is a tradition in some households, but if you’re looking for something a little more thoughtful (and less naughty), we’ve got you covered.

In this blog, we explore unique stocking stuffer ideas that you can use to provide your family with practical and thoughtful gifts. 

If you’re stuck on what to get your loved ones this year, why not try having a stocking filled with unique and practical gifts that can be used all year long. Umbrellas make a great option as unique gift ideas. Not only are they useful for those sudden rain showers, but they can also be a fashion statement. If you know your loved one is always on the go, consider getting them a travel umbrella. These umbrellas are compact and can easily fit into a purse or carry-on bag. If you have a friend or family member who is always complaining about the sun in their eyes, then a sun umbrella would make the perfect gift for them. For the fashion-savvy, try getting them a Fulton Birdcage umbrella, just like the preferred umbrella of HM the late Queen Elizabeth. The clear dome shape of the Fulton Birdcage provides excellent rain protection without compromising visibility. 

As Christmas morning approaches and you start getting overwhelmed with the long list of people you need to buy presents for, you can check off stocking stuffers off your list because the perfect stocking stuffer does exist. Say goodbye to searching “best stocking stuffer ideas” online– browse through the extensive collection of Fulton umbrellas to find one that every family member will adore. 

With all the adorable umbrella designs Fulton Umbrella has to offer, you’re sure to find one that suits your recipient’s personality. Our lovely collection of umbrellas are budget friendly, and even kid-friendly. So next time you’re stumped on what to stuff those stockings with, remember that an umbrella makes a great stocking stuffer, especially for a kid’s stocking!

Even in today’s modern society, there are many superstitions that play a huge part in how we act and react in certain situations. One really popular superstition relates to opening an umbrella inside. This simple act is believed to bring bad luck and disturb your home’s good spirits. However, when you explore the reasoning and logic behind such superstitions, you can figure out why these superstitions were created in the first place.

In this blog, we explore the reasoning behind why you should not open an umbrella inside the house and how one can reverse the bad luck caused by this action.

The irrational belief of having bad luck after opening an umbrella indoors isn’t quite irrational if you understand where the superstition arose from. While there are many reasons why it’s bad luck to open an umbrella inside, it is believed that the superstition of not opening umbrellas indoors dates back to ancient Egypt. Back then umbrellas were made out of peacock feathers and papyrus to protect nobility from the sun. The umbrella mimicked the sun god and for this reason they were considered sacred, hence forbidden from being opened indoors in private. The belief that the sun is to be shared with everyone, so you should not open a symbol of the sun indoors.

Another popular theory claims this superstition of opening an umbrella inside started in the Victorian era in England. At the time, families were big and most people had smaller living spaces. So, opening a rigidly spoked umbrella in a small room could cause damage by shattering an object or poking another person. During this time, metal-waterproof umbrellas were becoming a popular type of umbrella, however, the spring mechanism on them was considered unsafe to open indoors. Keeping safety in mind, it soon became a popular belief that  opening umbrellas indoors invites bad luck. 

If you buy a new Fulton Umbrella  and open it indoors, you’re probably safe from bad luck ruining your day, but, just in case, here are some thoughts on how to reverse bad luck after opening an umbrella indoors.

Whether you’ve opened the umbrella on purpose or by accident, it is still believed to cause bad luck and in order to reverse this luck there are a variety of rituals that must be followed. The two popular rituals to reverse the bad luck caused from opening an umbrella indoors are as follows: 

Like most superstitions, there are a few people that question and test out the superstition to prove that it’s nothing but a hoax. March 13th is officially known as National Open An Umbrella Indoors Day. It is believed that opening an umbrella indoors invites ghosts, can be used to predict the arrival of difficult times, cause sleepless nights and even result in spiritual blindness. 

On this day, people are encouraged to take an umbrella and open it indoors. After this, for the next few days, they are told to note down anything bad that occurs in their lives. For some this is a way of reassuring them that this is a baseless superstition, while others believe it to be the reason they believe in unseen guardians.

It is said that the position affirmation has the power to reduce the negative effects of opening an umbrella indoors. Once you have opened the umbrella, chant positive affirmations inside your home to reduce the negativity caused by your actions. 

When most people think of broken umbrellas, they think of the wind ripping through an umbrella’s canopy or flipping the canopy inside out. While this is a common occurrence, there are multiple reasons why an automatic umbrella repair may be required. One reason for this is that the mechanism that opens and closes the umbrella is generally quite delicate. 

In this post, we will learn why automatic umbrellas are so popular and how you can fix automatic umbrellas at home.

Automatic umbrellas are a great invention for those who are always on the go and don’t have time to mess with a traditional umbrella. With an automatic umbrella, you can simply open an umbrella at the press of a button and expose the umbrella canopy. No more fumbling around with wet hands trying to get the umbrella to open in rainy and windy weather! 

Shop the Fulton UV Umbrella collection to find eco-friendly umbrellas and totes that can protect yourself from the elements, add to your style and show your care for the environment all at the same time!

Automatic umbrellas have been around for quite a few years now, and they are a popular choice for people who want the convenience of not having to worry about opening and closing their umbrella manually. On rare occasion, umbrellas that open automatically can get stuck g. This is why we’ve got a solution for you to help fix your umbrella when the automatic mechanism stops working. 

The first step to fixing your umbrella is to check the gear mechanism. Automatic umbrellas use a series of gears to open and close the umbrella, so if one of these gears has moved out of place or is broken, the umbrella will not work properly. 

To fix your semi or fully automatic umbrella, look for the automatic release button. This button is located on the side of the umbrella and is used to open and close the umbrella. Make sure that the button is not damaged or stuck in one position. If it appears to be damaged, you can try gently pushing it with a pencil or pen. You can also repair smaller gears that have tightened up over time, inside the umbrella by lubricating them with oil. 

By following this repair process, you can fix your automatic umbrella in just a matter of minutes at home. However, if none of these solutions work, then unfortunately your only option is to buy a new umbrella. But not to worry because at Fulton Umbrellas, we’ve got a wide collection of umbrellas to help you stay dry from unpredictable weather conditions. Fulton offers limited lifetime warranty, therefore if a customer has any issues, please contact info@fultonumbrellas.ca and to get assistance.

The British royal family truly knows how to make a fashion statement. Kate Middleton, is considered one of the most graceful and elegantly dressed Royals today. Whether it’s dressing for Queen Elizabeth’s platinum jubilee or wearing gold earrings to match her elegant outfits during the royal tour, the Duchess of Cambridge has style moments that catch everyone’s attention. 

In this post, we explore Kate Middleton’s style and take a look at how she accessorizes her elegant outfits.

When it comes to the Canadian and British weather, you never know when it’ll start pouring. That’s why having an umbrella handy is always a good idea! However, a bulky-looking umbrella can ruin your outfit more than the rain. The Royal Family, and especially the future Queen Consort of England, take this dilemma into consideration before their public appearances. 

Kate Middleton uses umbrellas as an accessory to enhance her royal look. No matter the weather, Kate knows how to look her best. When it comes to accessorizing with her umbrella, Kate can be spotted opting for an umbrella that matches her outfit. During a rainy Pageant Day event, Kate wore a red-colored outfit and paired it with a red style umbrella to complete her outfit and looked flawless, even in the rain. 

Even other members of the royal family, such as Prince William and Prince Harry can be spotted using umbrellas that match their outfits. When they wear a black three-piece suit, their umbrellas are usually a dark shade of blue or black in color.

At Fulton Umbrellas, we hold the royal warrant for providing the oldest to the youngest members of the royal family with beautifully crafted umbrellas. From Her Majesty The Queen to Princess Charlotte, everyone needs an umbrella and we’ve got just what they need. 

World-renowned for our quality and craftsmanship, our umbrellas are designed to provide you with the style, grace and functionality of an umbrella of the finest quality. Shop umbrellas like Kate Middleton’s today only at Fulton Umbrellas.  

Most people own compact umbrellas or some variation of the typical pocket umbrella, but you may not know that to elongate the lifespan and function of your umbrella, there is actually a process you should learn regarding how to fold an umbrella. That’s right; your stylish umbrella has many small elements that make this simple device susceptible to damage if you aren’t careful. 

In this post, we provide a short guide on how to fold an umbrella, so you can make sure that your high-quality Fulton umbrellas have a long life of dependable performance.

Before folding or storing an umbrella, you need to check to ensure that it is entirely free of any type of moisture. While it can be easier to carry an umbrella once it is tucked away in a bag, if you close your umbrella while it is still wet, you increase the chances of mildew or rust. 

Keep in mind that even top-quality fabric is subject to mildew growth in the right conditions and that metal umbrellas have lots of rods that are subject to rust. It is always better to leave your umbrellas drying in a corner for an extra hour than to close them too early and risk creating issues.

As part of good umbrella open care, from time to time, check your umbrella for problems. This is easy to do and involves a quick search for fabric tears or rips and inspecting the ribs. An umbrella that is not folded properly may start to show signs of bending or breakage in the ribs.

Umbrellas come in all shapes and sizes, but not all umbrellas are created equal. When it comes to finding an umbrella that can withstand strong wind and heavy rain, Fulton Umbrellas is the clear choice. Fulton Umbrellas offers a wide range of manual folding umbrellas and automatic umbrellas for both men and women. Each umbrella is designed with durability in mind and built to the highest standards of craftsmanship.  

When most people think of umbrellas, they think of rain. While it is true that umbrellas provide protection from the rain, umbrellas can also offer protection from the sun’s intense ultraviolet (UV) light. Exposure to excessive UV radiation can cause a great deal of skin damage, causing your skin to age prematurely and increasing your risk for health issues, such as skin cancer. 

In this post, we will explain why umbrellas with UV protection should be considered alongside sunscreen and protective clothing as part of a multi-pronged approach to protecting yourself and your skin health.

Although the answer to the question of “can umbrellas block UV rays?” is clearly yes, the truth is that not all umbrellas are designed with sun protection in mind, and even beach umbrellas are not always completely effective at preventing UV exposure. 

Anything that helps cut the glare of the sun’s harmful rays is better than nothing, but just like sun protective clothing provides more protection than a basic cotton shirt, sun umbrellas reduce UV exposure better than a run-of-the-mill umbrella.

A beach umbrella or a parasol is a great example of a typical UV umbrella, but there are fully functioning handheld umbrella options, such as Fulton’s ECO UV umbrellas, that are made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fabric to protect against the sun. With the right UV umbrella in hand, you can enjoy a sunny day and stay safe from the full spectrum of UV light, including UVB rays.

Fulton’s ECO UV umbrellas are made from recyclable materials and designed to offer protection against the harmful UV rays. You can enjoy style and sun protection while being environmentally friendly!

The Fulton brand has always been associated with high-quality handheld umbrellas and excellent craftsmanship, but now they’re taking it one step further by creating an eco-friendly products as well.

It’s interesting how some superstitions are so well known that they bother even the most reasonable people. One such example is that opening an umbrella indoors is widely associated with bad luck. How did this superstition come to be?

While the origins of many superstitions are lost to history, there are a few theories about why it’s considered bad luck to open an umbrella indoors. In this post, we will take a look back through history to shed some light on how this widespread superstition was born.

Opening umbrellas inside first became a problem during ancient times when Egyptians became worried about angering the sun god. Egyptian royalty of the time was protected from the sun by umbrellas crafted carefully out of peacock feathers and papyrus. Interestingly enough, these umbrella creations were designed to keep nobles from getting too much sun, not to protect them from the rain, as most modern umbrellas are used. 

The goddess of the sky, Nut, was charged with protecting the Earth, and she supposedly was fine with nobles receiving shelter, but the shade was a sacred creation. If someone who was not noble used the umbrella, that person became a real-life embodiment of bad luck.

Most likely, opening an umbrella indoors became taboo in modern times back in the 18th century when umbrellas were still new. Early umbrellas were not like they are today. They were very stiff and featured spring triggers that sprung into action far too quickly; a far cry from the easy-to-use open and close mechanism on the Fulton Birdcage umbrella, a rigidly spoked umbrella springing into action in a small room could easily catch people off guard, leading to negative consequences, such as property damage in the home and potential injuries. 

So, it wasn’t so much a superstition that caused people to stop opening umbrellas indoors; it was the threat of real and present harm. Soon the threat turned into a superstition with echoes of the superstition that was first stated by the Egyptians. While there is no science to back up the claims, some people today still pause or jump back from someone who opens an umbrella indoors.

No matter where you live, umbrellas are an essential part of life, whether you are trying to protect yourself from the scorching sun or stay dry on rainy days. While you can buy compact umbrellas almost anywhere, not all umbrellas have the features you need to contend with challenging conditions, such as high winds. 

When you buy Fulton umbrellas online, just as with any other product that you use on a regular basis, they require a bit of know-how to get the most from them and make sure they last for a long time. 

With that in mind, it’s worth taking a moment to learn proper umbrella care, so you can properly open or close your umbrella with ease. By doing so, you’ll increase the lifespan of your umbrella and save yourself time, hassle and money in the long run. Fulton umbrellas, for example, are made with high-quality materials and are built to last. But even the best umbrella won’t stay in good condition if it’s not cared for properly. 

Ideally, your umbrella should be sleek and attractive when folded up. If it is bunchy or baggy, then you may want to quickly read through these instructions to see what step you are skipping.

• First, make sure your umbrella is dry, and then gently pull all of the pleats out so that they are away from the shaft.
• Then, place your hand around the very tip of the umbrella right under the metal point.
• Slowly move your hand tightly down your umbrella while you twist it clockwise. This creates a neatly patterned appearance.
• Once you reach the bottom of the handle, snap the tied band and then put your umbrella away. Next time you need it, you hopefully won’t have to struggle or push to open it again.

Who invented the umbrella? The answer may surprise you – it’s not as straightforward as you think. There are a few contenders for the title, and the history of the umbrella is long and fascinating.

The first recorded use of an umbrella-like device was in ancient civilizations, including Assyria, China, Egypt, and Greece, over 4,000 years ago. These early umbrellas were large and cumbersome, made from wood or bamboo, and covered with animal skins. Their primary use was for protection from the sun, not the rain. These ancient umbrellas weren’t a feminine accessory yet—despite what some images from ancient Egypt depict.

Today, Fulton Umbrellas is at the forefront of umbrella design and innovation. This foldable pocket umbrella, for example, is perfect for those on the go. The fabric canopy is woven for strength and coated for water repellency. A foldable compact umbrella is perfect for keeping in your vehicle for an unexpected rain shower.

You don’t have to be royalty to own a sleek and modern umbrella – Fulton Umbrellas Canada has you covered – our umbrella shop has a style for everyone!

Royals from HM the Queen down to Kate Middleton have been spotted staying dry at public events thanks to a stylish and fashionable clear-domed birdcage umbrella. Sporting regal and transparent birdcage umbrellas allow royals to perform their duties while maintaining high visibility to the public, even in inclement weather, which often begs the question: “What umbrella does Queen Elizabeth use?” 

Fortunately, HM The Queen’s preferred choice of umbrella is no royal secret; it is the Fulton birdcage umbrella. 

In this article, we will explore some of the histories behind Fulton umbrellas, and how they came to be the preferred choice of HM The Queen and so many other members of the Royal Family. 

Established in 1956, Fulton Umbrellas is the largest supplier of umbrellas and rainwear in the United Kingdom today. While Fulton has been providing the Royal Family with its trademarked birdcage umbrellas for decades, it officially obtained its royal warrant of appointment in 2008. 

This mark of recognition is issued to those who supply the Royal Court or members of the Royal Family with goods or services, serving as a testament to the company’s superior quality products and excellent service. Its willingness to work with the royal family and produce samples for its most famous customer instantly endeared it to the public. 

Fulton Umbrellas remains synonymous with quality and elegance, and the company continues to be a leading supplier of umbrellas to royals and celebrities alike. The birdcage umbrella is Fulton’s most iconic design, and it has been featured in numerous films and television shows over the years.

Fulton aims to brighten the day of its British and Canadian clients by creating umbrellas and rainwear that stand both the test of time and the rainy climates. Quality is the cornerstone of Fulton’s success and why Queen Elizabeth has always preferred high-visibility birdcage umbrellas.

While you may not be able to perfectly coordinate your daily outfits to Birdcage umbrellas quite as perfectly as HM The Queen, Fulton offers a wonderful choice of color schemes and many pattern references. With models designed for men, women, and children, Fulton Umbrellas has got the whole family covered.