christmas gift guide

Christmas themed personalised mini Prosecco

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As a prosecco lover, I was over the moon to be contacted by Say It With Champers to review their Christmas themed mini Prosecco product. I was so excited about it arriving, and was not disappointed with the package when it did arrive.

Christmas themed mini Prosecco

I don’t know about you, but I do love a personalised product. It gives more meaning to a special gift for someone and shows you have thought about them. These gifts would also be perfect for use in the corporate world. My dad gets a luxury Christmas hamper each year from work and always gives us some of the products from it. What a treat.

The unboxing

The main thing I was impressed with upon arrival of the Christmas themed mini Prosecco was the packaging. When I opened the box, it was wrapped in a cold jacket, which meant it was ready to drink straight out of the box. I find this pretty amazing and it’s something I didn’t expect.

The website also offers Champagne bottles. All occasions are covered and they even sell vegan champagne. Their ready-made hampers also look fantastic.

Who I selected the gift for

I selected a gift for family members, one of which loves prosecco as much as I do! The fact the recipient can keep the bottle with the personalised label and it can then become a keepsake is also a bonus. This would be particularly apt to mark a special occasion or remember a significant event, like a graduation or work-related achievement.

If you’re looking for a great movie to watch whilst your drink your prosecco, check out this post: 25 movies to stream this Christmas.

Final thoughts

Overall I am happy with the product and can’t find fault with the end-to-end process. From ordering to delivery, the process was smooth.

Please check out their website here.

Do you like personalised products as gifts for other people?

Let me know in the comments below whether you buy them and what you think of this one.

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Christmas themed mini Prosecco

10 Unique Menkind Gifts For The Special Man In Your Life

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Originally posted in November 2021 & updated in November 2022

OK, forget about buying the man-in-your-life socks again. If you’ve already bought them, send them back. Check out my list of unique MenKind gifts.

Just for you, I have a rundown of some very quirky gifts you can buy for the special man in your life instead. 

I don’t know about you, but I find men more difficult to buy for than the ladies in my life. My dad is especially difficult to buy unless he wants something specific at the time. 

When I know there is an occasion coming up, I check out Menkind for a quirky gift for my hubby, and therefore, I’m thrilled to be recommending them to you today. 

Unique MenKind gifts always make an appearance in my Christmas shopping each year

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Let’s dive into my list of unique MenKind gifts

1. Fizzics DraftPour Beer Dispenser

I love the look of this beer dispenser. How amazing.

2. BrewDog Punk IPA Beer-Making Kit

This beer-making kit is the perfect gift for a man who loves to be creative and feels better knowing he contributed to the creation stage.

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    3. Lazy Man Frying Pan

    My hubby has wanted one of these frying pans for a while. I think it ties into the thing of BBQs and men wanting to make an epic feast for everyone. There is no denying I am not the best cook in our house. My hubby definitely is and he requires tools to cook us a lovely meal.

    4. Marvel Logo Light – Only At Menkind!

    As a lover of the Universe, my hubby would appreciate this lightbox gift. We have a few quirky lights like this dotted around the house, including a Tetris light.

    Menkind also has a few other cool lights, including the Minecraft creeper.

    I am adding at least one of these to the Christmas list for him now.

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    5. Star Wars Ultimate Movie Challenge

    • How well do you know Star Wars? Find out!
    • Test your knowledge of all the movies
    • Not a simple quiz – there are 5 challenge types
    • Mime, draw, describe, link, and trivia
    • For 4+ players aged 8+

    6. Chess For Three

    How cool is the Chess for Three? I love how quirky it is. Having never seen a product like this before, it was so unique nobody else would think to purchase it.

    Check out my other gift guides

    I have also written a No7 gift guide and you can find my online last-minute gifts guide here.

    Are you struggling to select an alternative advent calendar? Or do you need a special toddler gift?

    7. Escape Room: The Game

    Having visited an escape room as a family, how amazing you can bring it home and still enjoy the fun and thrill of escaping.

    Another totally unique gift and I love it.

    8. Magnetic Wristband

    For the DIY fan, this wristband is so cool. How practical for fixing things in the house or tackling flat packs?

    9. Bearded Man 24 Beard Oils Sampler Box Set

    • It’s a gift box of 24 beard oil samplers!
    • Contains each of Bearded Man Co’s 24 different scents
    • Each bottle is good for about 6 to 8 uses
    • Comes presented in a wooden gift box
    • Each glass bottle contains 2 ml
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    And finally…

    If you are insistent on buying socks, let’s at least make them fun…

    10. United Oddsocks Sock Invaders Socks

    How cool are these? I don’t know what happens in your house, but in ours, we have a huge Ikea bag full of socks we still need to pair up. We also have lost socks, the ones that will never be a pair because one is gone forever.

    Bearing this in mind, I LOVE the fact odd socks are becoming fashionable.

    Other sections on the MenKind website

    I am pleased to report there is a section on the website for ladies and kids. Check out the full website below.

    Final thoughts 

    I hope you enjoyed reading this gift guide.

    Unique MenKind gifts always make an appearance in my Christmas shopping each year and therefore I am so happy to be sharing this list with you.

    Do you like any of the gifts on the list and will you purchase any? Let me know in the comments below.

     

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    Check out all my other gift guides here:

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    14 AMAZING COSY WELLNESS GIFTS FOR WINTER & BEYOND

    SOME AMAZING WELLNESS PRODUCTS – FOR YOUR GIFTING & CHRISTMAS NEEDS

    MY GUIDE TO THE BEST APPAREL OUT THERE CONTRIBUTING TO GREAT CAUSES

    WHY GIFT GUIDES ARE AN AMAZING RESOURCE WHEN ONLINE SHOPPING

    Here are some of the previous gift guides I created:

    4 AMAZING GIFT IDEAS FOR THE SPECIAL MAN IN YOUR LIFE

    THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX FOR YOUR VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT

    THE BEST DISCOUNTS & DEALS ON THE INTERNET FOR MOTHER’S DAY

    THE REASONS I PURCHASE WITH ONE TRUSTED BRAND FOR GIFTS & SELF-CARE PURCHASES

    THE ULTIMATE LIST OF SELF-CARE PACKAGE GIFT IDEAS FOR EVERY OCCASION

    5 LAST-MINUTE ONLINE CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR THE ONES YOU LOVE

    CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE MY TRUSTED NO7 ESSENTIALS

    10 of the best chocolate-free advent calendars

    I’ve always wanted a decorative reusable Advent calendar. Something which looks epic on a fireplace and takes centre stage amongst your Christmas decorations. But I think my little one is still a bit too young. 

    As such, I’m on the hunt for an affordable but special chocolate-free advent calendar for each of us this year. Something to add a little cheer to each day, after the rubbish last few years we’ve all had. 

    December in our house is also a manic and stressful month, due to our jobs. Therefore any small touch we can add at the end of a busy day, to alleviate some stress is welcome. 

    A treat a day for a whole month definitely fits in with my new self-care regime. 

    It was lovely to light a different scented tea light each day throughout December. We love candles in our house. They add to the magic of this season and give my mental health a little, much-needed lift.

    chocolate-free advent calendars

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    Check out my list of quirky but affordable calendars 

    For the Toddler in your life

    My little one loves her cars and would have so much fun playing with any of the below items.

    I don’t want the little one eating chocolate every day in December and therefore it has to be something creative or fun. 

    Any parent will know, this also means we can’t have chocolate. Because all toddlers seek out and steal your food. Hehe!

    For the lady in your life

    Wilko 24 Days of Gin Advent Calendar

    Perfect for gin lovers, this set includes 12 flavour mixers, two edible pearls, 6 glass rim sugars, and 4 cocktail shimmers. Just add the gin and make the perfect cocktail.

    Candle advent calendars

    I’ve purchased a Yankee candle advent calendar before and it was lovely to light a different scented tea light each day throughout December. We love candles in our house. They add to the magic of this season and give my mental health a little, much-needed lift.

    Make up advent calendar

    Who doesn’t love a make-up calendar? I talk all about the Boots No7 calendar in my recent Christmas gift guide. Here are some of the best alternatives I’ve found.

    Tea advent calendar

    I’ve ordered the Clipper advent calendar and I can’t wait to open it.

    For the man in your life

    My hubby is a coffee lover and therefore any of these would be the perfect fit. Given the opportunity, he would always want chocolate, but I am sticking to my guns on chocolate-free advent calendars for 2021.

    Cheese advent calendar

    Who doesn’t love a bit of cheese? Especially in the run-up to Christmas when the cheese board is on the menu.

    Pringles advent calendar

    How amazing. You can have your favourite snack in an advent calendar. I love the sound of this one.

    Alcohol advent calendar

    For the man in your life. Get in the festive spirit with a little tipple each day.

    Self-care advent calendars for men

    A great before Christmas treat, for those much-needed self-care moments.

    Menkind advent calendars

    Menkind has a range of fantastic calendars. Including these self-care beard oil and a male grooming one.

    Final thoughts 

    I hope this list of chocolate-free advent calendars has provided some inspiration for a calendar for you or a loved one.

    Let me know which advent calendars you will be buying this year.

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    Christmas gift guide my trusted No7 essentials

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    Struggling with what to buy a partner or a loved one? Look no further, I got you covered! Here are my trusted No 7 essentials.

    In time for Christmas pressie purchases, I wanted to share with you some of the affordable No7 products I’ve been using for years. Products I wouldn’t leave the house without.

    I love No7 products not only because they are affordable, but the Boots points system also allows you to take advantage of offers and eventually spend your points on future purchases.

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    Product images courtesy of Boots.com

    my trusted No 7 essentials

    Why does looking after ourselves make us feel better

    I don’t wear much make-up, but I do make a little more effort when I go out. It makes me feel special and glamourous. Especially when my normal life is spent tidying up toddler mess and being lucky to have 30 seconds in the car throwing on some concealer.

    It’s no secret that the older we get, the more we need to take care of our skin. Having a good skincare routine is a form of self-care and it’s one I intend to stick to.

    However, for me and I am sure lots of other families. It has to be affordable.

    No7 Boots Advent Calendar

    We can’t talk about my trusted No7 essentials, without, of course talking about the Boots Advent calendar. These are the three bundles currently on offer at the moment.

    What an amazing way to countdown to Christmas. By taking care of yourself and having some me-time each day, revealing a new product. Such a treat!

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    Now its time to reveal my trusted No7 products…

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    Boots Lift & Luminate Concealer

    This is first on the list of my trusted No 7 essentials.

    When I visited Boots recently, they didn’t have my usual concealer but I am glad because I came away with this amazing product.

    Because of the ingredients, the coverage is great and it blends so well on your face. However, it also feels light, like you’re not wearing makeup. As I have fair skin, with a lot of blemishes, it makes me feel more confident to lightly cover these when I go out.

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    No7 Match Made Concealer

    I’ve used this product for years and I have never been without it in my handbag, on nights out and on holidays.

    The product has the perfect balance of moisture and blends well. You can select from a range of shades.

    I will be adding this to my Christmas list and stocking up.

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    No7 Lift & Luminate Triple Action Primer

    I discovered make-up primer a few years ago and honestly, it transformed my life.

    When I go out, it takes my make-up from looking not too bad to absolutely flawless and I would recommend it to anyone. I also find it works well with the addition of the concealer. Meaning I get a flawless finish, but my face still feels like I don’t have much make-up on.

    my trusted No 7 essentials

    No7 The Full 360 Mascara

    As I have short lashes and they need some volume, I use this mascara, and it’s amazing.

    Applying it plumps my lashes and there are no clumpy bits like I’ve experienced with other products in the past.

    Another trusted favourite of mine.

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    No7 High Shine Lipgloss 8ml

    I’ve had the same nude lipgloss for a while now, but I love it. It got me through some work nights out, transforming from day makeup to night makeup. It added a little sparkle when I was having a down day and needed it most. It needed throwing in the bin.

    Therefore, I treated myself to a slightly darker nude shade and I love it. I’ve had lipgloss in the past that makes your lips feel dry and you get clumpy bits after a while. Not with No.7. I am so happy I’ve got a new shade to last me through the festive period.

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my trusted No 7 essentials

    No7 Lovely Lips Lip Balm

    I also treated myself recently to a new lip balm. I previously had the nude colour, but got a slightly darker shade. It goes on like a diluted colour and is very moisturising, but I love the stuff.

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    Now it’s time to look at my skincare essentials.

    No7 Instant Results Nourishing Hydration Mask 100ml

    When I am pushed for time and can’t spend long with a face mask on, this product works wonders. The mix of mouse and gel textures leaves your skin feeling fresh.

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    No7 Essential Moisture Night Cream 50ml

    Another trusted product I love using. Basic face cream but it works wonders and leaves your skin feeling refreshed in the morning.

    I love a product working for you whilst you sleep.

    Essential moisture cream

    No7 Protect & Perfect Intense ADVANCED Serum 30ml

    I buy this product as a little treat now and again. If my skin is feeling particularly tired, it’s great to have what feels like an overnight boost and wake up feeling a little brighter.

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    Final thoughts

    I hope you enjoyed reading why I love these products.

    Do you have a favourite No7 product? Something you just can’t live without or an item that makes you feel a little better on a down day?

    Let me know in the comments below.

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