Friday 27 September 2013

Gorgeous Handmade Christmas Decorations

With Christmas less than 3 months away, we are not only thinking about gifts, but about decorating our homes as well.  There are fantastic Christmas decorations available on the High Street, yet I still believe that nothing can beat handmade.  Here you will find as selection of my favourites.
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Small Button Tree And Matching Noel Sign

This lovely button tree and Noel sign was created by Adore Button Bouquets.  Only £34.50 plus £4.00 postage.
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Santa Sleigh

This lovely Santa sleigh made by Hand Drawn Canvases and Crafts can be done in any colour and be personalised.  The sleigh includes a Santa sack (sweets not included) and the reindeer are attached with lovely Merry Christmas gold ribbon.  Each reindeer has a gold jingle bell on their necks the sleigh is decorated with star and circle shaped gemstones. Approximate sizes are Sleigh: 14.5cm Length, 9.5cm High, 7cm Width. Reindeer: 10cm High, 9.5cm Length, 16mm Depth Santa sack: 12cm x 15cm. £22.00 plus £3.70 postage (Second class recorded delivery).
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Homemade Christmas Tree Decorations

Homemade Christmas Tree Decorations created by Cheryl's Homemade Home. These are made using good quality felt, hessian, fabric and embellishments. Choose from the cutest Gingerbread cottage, plump christmas pudding or mini wreaths (which are made to suit your colour requirements), £3 each plus £1 p&p or mix and match 3 for £8 plus £2 p&p.
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Handmade Christmas Tree Decorations

These assorted Christmas tree decorations are made by Crafted by Sez.  Choose from Cross stitch Xmas trees or fabric applique in a variety of designs. Prices Start from £2 and postage will be no more than £3
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Personalised Christmas Crackers

These gorgeous Christmas crackers made by World of Hampers are personalised and contain fantastic fillers, such as earrings, lip gloss, keyrings, chocolates and many more. Only £4.50 each plus £4.89 postage. Combined postage available on multiple orders, providing they are going to the same address.
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Word Wreath

 Beautiful word wreath by Desired Gifts. Painted any colours you wish. Available in size 200mm for £11.00 or 400mm for £15.50. Postage £4.10
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Christmas Paper Chains

Christmas paper chains by Kit Stoner - Independent Phoenix Trader.  Children (and adults) will love making these paper chains.  Each pack makes up approximately 12 metres of paper chain (144 links) and they are all printed on both sides - details of reverse designs shown in photo.  Lots of other designs available.  £4.00 per pack.  Postage 60p per pack for up to 3 packs.  For more than 3 packs (or to combine with other items) then a standard £2.50 for all.
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Friday 20 September 2013

10 Great Gifts For Children

Although children are really easy to buy gifts for, I have come across some wonderful goodies for children that will make great gifts.  Many of these have been hand crafted by UK crafters or supplied by small UK businesses.  Whether you are buying a gift for a child's birthday or a Christmas gift, I am sure you will find something suitable (and unusual) from these talented crafters. 
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Monkey trolli/backpack

This super backpack easily converts from trolli to backpack. Also available  as Ladybird.  Great alternative to toys from Spice All Things Nice.  H=37 X W=26 or H=60 X W=26 (with handle extended). 
 £25.75 including delivery (additional £1.75 postage to Scottish Highlands) 
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Award Winning Ragdoll Suitcase Ensemble


This Suitcase Ensemble allows you to create your new best friend from the award winning Dress-a-Doll's selection of Handcrafted Rag Dolls. They also have a range of clothing handmade for all of their ragdolls. £65.00 Shipping charges vary with free shipping on orders over £64.99.
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Chester the Cat Pyjama Case

Meet Chester the Cat. He is a lovely pyjama case made by Tinks Krafty Kreations. He's approx 50cm long and 23cm wide with a 25cm opening. Made from fluffy eyelash wool. His price is £32 with free economy postage
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The Snowman Musical Soft Toy

This lovely little snowman is one of the many Christmas toys available from 
Rutland Bears and Gifts.  Quality, soft, plush toy, wearing a green hat & scarf.  Pull the star and he plays "Walking in the air".  Licensed character toy from the children's classic book The Snowman by Raymond Briggs.  Surface Washable.  CE Logo on Tag
Size Approx: Height 30cm
£16.95 plus £2.95 postage.
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Geometric Stacker

This sturdy, wooden toy from Charlie's Toy Shop, comes with three rods and 25 brightly coloured segments consisting of rings, octagons and rectangles. This fun educational toy is perfect for keeping children of all ages entertained. This toy will improve problem solving skills, size differentiation and colour and shape recognition. One of the many wonderful toys available from Charlie's Toy Shop. Order Code: 10567. Price: £11.95 (P&P is £3.95).
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Handmade Dolls

Dolls and Dinosaurs has a wonderful selection of handmade dolls. Prices vary according to doll type and size.  They specialise in custom made dolls, creating a unique doll to your specific requirements.
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Child's Fun Lunch Bag

A fun lunch bag by World of Hampers.  Filled with treats any child will enjoy. Available for boys and girls.  Includes a trick yoyo, plush teddy/animal dominos, colouring book and colouring pencils which keep them happy for hours. Also includes sweets and a drinking bottle.  This will be perfect for packing their school lunch and drink when emptied.   Free standard UK mainland delivery.  £17.99
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Handmade Shaped Crayons

All Children will love colouring with these funky building men crayons by Little Posties.  The set includes 8 men in the following colours: Blue, Green, Black, Brown, Red, Orange, Yellow and White. Each Crayon measures 40mm x 25mm and 10mm deep approximately. These funky crayons are handmade using only non-toxic Crayola wax and designed in a way for little hands to be able to better hold a crayon than a regular thin crayon. They are also more 'sturdy' and do not easily snap like a traditional crayon.  Price: £3.50. Delivery cost £1.20

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Handmade Bears

These beautiful bears have been lovingly handmade by Sarah's Handmade. They are crafted from old clothes, babygrows and even teatowels. A lovely gift for a child who has a favourite piece of clothing that they have outgrown, but don't want to throw away. Turning it into a beautiful bear is sure to amaze them.
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Fruit Jackets

These fruit jackets from Spice All Things Nice would make a great gift for children.  Make healthy eating fun for kids and adults alike. Protect fruit from bumps and bruises. Clip to bags, even your belt.  £9.50 including UK delivery.
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Friday 13 September 2013

10 Great Gifts For Men

Having recently written an article on the difficulties of finding great gifts for men, we have come across the following great gifts, which should make shopping for men this Christmas so much easier.  Most of these gifts have been handcrafted or are supplied by small businesses in the UK.  These would make great gift choices for men, no matter what the occasion.  
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Hand Engraved Pint Glasses

These pint glasses are hand engraved by Personalised Wine Glasses and can be engraved with favourite football club emblems or even the recipients name.  Only £16.00 including P&P.
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Handcrafted Gemstone Cuff-links

Handcrafted gemstone cuff-links by Aml Jewellery Designs. Treat the man in your life to some handcrafted genuine gemstone luxury for that special occasion. Each pair will be unique as no two gemstones are ever the same, meaning that your man will never have the same as any other. Each pair will be carefully gift wrapped in tissue paper and a black organza bag taking the hassle out of gift giving. Only £6.00 per pair plus £1.79 postage. Please refer to website for international postage costs.
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Bottle Clocks

What a novel gift idea for the man in your life ... a bottle clock made in the UK from a genuine bottle and label.  Supplied by Spice All Things Nice For You And Your Home.  Choose from Guinness, Budweiser or Stella Artois.  
The price of £17.75 includes delivery to mainland UK.
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Hand Carved Wood

For something different how about these hand carved wood signs and garden ornaments by The Wood Spirits Workshop.  Unique hand carved items such as Wood Spirits, Walking Sticks, Hiking Staffs, Plaques, House Signs, Shed Signs etc...  Prices vary according to carving.  Please contact The Wood Spirits Workshop for details on prices.
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Football Fan Fun Gift Basket

A fun and funky gift basket by World of Hampers, filled with some awesome goodies for the football fan.  If you are looking for a gift for the man in your life then this gift basket is perfect.  Free standard UK mainland delivery.   £46.99
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Personalised Golf Balls

Personalised Golf Ball. Other variations available.  A lovely gift by Little Gift Corner. "I Heart My" is standard on golf balls, remaining personalisation can be specified.  £4.95 plus postage.
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Dad Photo Frame

Dad frame with 3 heart photo frames by Desired Gifts. Painted in their own hand mixed cream colour with gems surrounding the hearts. You can have up to 9 frames and 9 letters, prices will vary on amount of frames and letters you require. Dad Photo Frame only £13.00 plus £4.10 postage.
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Spuddy - Novelty Couch Potato

SPUDDY "Man's Best Buddy" - Novelty Couch Potato is available in green, brown or tan and  is "harvested in Ireland" (made in Ireland) - where else?!  A novel gift for the man or teenager in your life.  Spuddy will hold his remote control, munchies and beer so you don't have to!  He even doubles up as a cushion or neck rest.  The rear of SPUDDY has 3 pockets, which are embroidered with the words - BEER   REMOTE   MUNCHIES  H = 30 x W = 23cm

£21.75 includes delivery to mainland UK (excl Scottish Highlands, which is an additional £1.75) and available from the Spice All Things Nice website www.spiceallthingsnice.com please quote 001 on the SPICE ID Check Out Page.

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Dad's Tool Rules Plaque

This lovely plaque by Desired Gifts is sure to be a hit.  Available in 200mm for only £6.00 or 300mm for only £7.50.  Postage prices available from supplier.
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Executive Gift Basket

A fun yet practical gift basket for the executive man from World of Hampers.  Oodles of goodies and gadgets fill this driftwood basket, which includes the amusing Magic 8 Ball for those tough executive decisions.   Free standard UK mainland delivery.  £73.99
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Friday 6 September 2013

10 Great Gifts for the Ladies - (You won't find these on the High Street)

We all want to gift something different to the average run of the mill gift - A gift that stands out - A gift that makes us more excited about giving a gift than receiving one. Here are our top 10 picks of gifts that will do just that.   These are a selection of gifts available from UK crafters and small businesses.  I am sure you will agree that you would not find anything to beat these on the High Street.  Excellent gifts for any occasion.
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Cherry Bomb Watch

This gorgeous watch has been hand crafted by Li'l Gemz Giftz.  This beauty is sure to impress her, no matter what the occasion.  Can be created in a variety of colours.  Such beauty at such a great price.  Please remember that hand crafted items can vary from one piece to another. This is what makes hand crafted items so popular as it is rare that one piece exactly matches another, making each piece individual. 
Only £12.00 plus £2.00 delivery charge.
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Little Flower

Add a splash of colour to any room with this beautiful glass shell filled with 100% real living flowers.  This gift is sure to thrill her. Supplied by Glasspirations.  Also available in teacup, heart, egg and cube shapes. 
  • 100% real Chrysanthemums miniaturised using the latest Japanese flower technology.
  • Retaining the original softness and beauty of the flower.
  • Petals close when misted with water and open again as they dry.
  • Colourful and vibrant and can survive for over 10 years.
  • Needs no sun and very little water. (Spray once a week)
  • Low maintenance - can survive if not watered for a month or more.
  • Frozen in time they will not grow any larger and out-grow their container.
  • Can adapt to any indoor surroundings.
Only £25.00 plus £4.32 delivery. 
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Perfectly Pampered Spa Gift Basket

If you are looking to impress then this gift basket is for you.  This stunning gift basket by World of Hampers has been trimmed with lovely blue roses and has a fabulous bow and flower and crystal beading to finish it off.  Filled with Bayliss and Harding products.  With such a gorgeous finish this basket is certain to delight whoever is lucky enough to receive it.  Free standard UK mainland delivery. 
£44.99 
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Hand Painted Shot Glasses

These shot glasses have been lovingly painted by Glam Eclectic.  One of their best sellers and sure to delight her, no matter what the occasion.  Free UK delivery.  
Only £18.00
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Necklace Set

 Dazzle her with this stunning necklace set from Divalicious Jewellery by Uzzy - Uzma.  Not only is this set stunning, it has an amazing price tag as well.  
Only £10.00 plus £4.00 postage.

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Candy Floss Heart Dish

This stunning heart dish has been hand crafted by Glasspirations.  For those seeking inspiration for their modern stylish homes! Beautiful glass bowls created with hand cut layers of glass, kiln-fused together overnight. These are then fired a second time to soften the glass until it 'slumps' into a mould to take on the desired shape. 
 £35.00 plus £5.32 delivery.
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Charm Bracelet

These sensational charm bracelets are lovingly crafted by Glam Eclectic.  Bracelets crammed with beads and charms.  These items are hand crafted and may differ to those shown in the photo.  Each bracelet will be different to the last making this gift unique as no two pieces will be identical.  Shown here is Summer Candy which has shoes and hearts and Winter Berry which is full of hearts and flowers.  Free UK delivery.  At only £16.00 you can't go wrong with this gift.
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Shell Shaped Trinket Holder

 These gorgeous trinket holders from Divalicious Jewellery by Uzzy - Uzma would make a splendid gift when coupled with a lovely piece of jewellery.  Pearl jewellery as illustrated in the photo would be perfect.  These lovely trinket holders are only £3.50 plus £4.00 postage. 

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Spa Senses Set

 For all the ladies who like to indulge in SPA's!! This beautiful Spa set from Cosmetics with Claire is available in the following fragrances:
Vanilla
Cherry Blossom
Patchouli
Peach
Each set contains a spa candle, bath salts, salt body scrub, shower gel and body butter.  £42.99 plus £6.00 postage.

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Tea Break Gift Basket

This lovely little gift basket by World of Hampers is the perfect gift for those that need to put their feet up and have a well deserved break and cuppa.  Filled with tea, cookies and a bumper crossword book, what more do you need for that well earned break.  Free standard UK mainland delivery.
£31.99
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