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Ways to Initiate Etsy Gift Mode – Mummy Conquering Anxiety

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Gift Mode Initiated

I love that Etsy has a gift mode section, where you can look at specific gifts based on the interests of the person you are buying for.

Initiate Etsy Gift Mode

Quick note: Some of the links contained on this page are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. I only recommend products I use myself and think would be useful for other people.

Occasions coming up

With World Book Day, Mother’s Day, Ramadan & Easter on the horizon – it’s the perfect time to run through the wonderful gifts available on Etsy.

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A collection of calm items for your tranquil peacekeeper – I think I might look in this section for myself

Aromatherapy Bergamot Soy Candle, handmade in London – £13.50

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How cute is this candle?

The reviews also look great. I always check out reviews before I purchase a product and on the Etsy platform, they are easy to access and look through. You can also find details about how many other people have purchased this product.

Warrior pose Yoga art print – £14.00

The Warrior Pose – something I want to encapsulate.

The perfect gift for any Yoga lover out there.

There are also options for buying larger images.

Something for the wee one in your life

Kitchen Play Set | Beech Wood Cooking Set (9 Pcs) – £24.76

I still love our wooden play toys. Even though my little one is almost 5 years old – she still loves playing in her wooden kitchen, with her food items. The wood ones last the longest and they just look so beautiful.

Maybe you want an Easter gift with a difference. And to avoid giving the little one too much choccy?

Baby Girl Headband | Soft and Stretchy Cable Knit Bow Headband – £4.50

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We’ve all seen those cute pictures of babies and toddlers with the cutest headbands on.

Why not add to your World Book Day or Easter outfit, with one of these?

I am ordering one now for my little girl!

For the person who lives for live music

Gifts for Musicians – Music Brooch – £21.79

I came across this and it’s such a great gift. A unique piece to buy someone who loves music.

As someone who lives in a very musical family, this would be the perfect gift.

Personalized Instax Photo Album – £37.07

Such a personal gift for a loved one or a special occasion. Maybe you have a concert booked or want to capture some amazing memories.

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Now here’s the formula for the best science gift

Math Hoodie – Unisex Recycled Hoodie with all-over mathematical equations print – Sizes 2XS – 6XL – £77.09

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What a unique gift!

Do you have a science lover in your house? And would they love a personalised, hoodie – that relates to their special interest?

Robot Geek Kids Baby Shirt Science – £14.49

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Such a cute T-shirt for the little person in your life.

Someone who loves science – making and creating things. We have a creative child who loves to make things.

Funny Story about gifting

Do you have a funny story about gifting? Let me know yours in the comments.

MY STORY – I was 18 years old and my first boyfriend – first love – was staying over at our house. It was around my birthday and Valentine’s Day. The doorbell rang and a massive bunch of red roses was delivered. You can imagine the excitement.

Both my mum and I neglected to look at the card which came with the package. And assumed my boyfriend at the time had ordered these flowers (looking back, he wouldn’t have even known how to and it didn’t seem like something he would do).

We proceeded to thank my then-boyfriend, who was proclaiming he hadn’t ordered any flowers and it wasn’t him. As you can imagine, this awkwardly went on for a while and he was becoming more and more embarrassed.

I was feeling a range of emotions, mostly anger as to why he hadn’t thought to send me flowers. Haha – poor guy.

Anyway, we opened the card and they were from a magazine competition I had entered (I NEVER win competitions).

Whilst I was thankful for the amazing red roses, the embarrassment of the situation took a while to get over!

Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoyed reading my hilarious gifting story – we all have one.

And I hope you’ve found some inspiration for your gifting needs.

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A Unique And Quirky Gift From Do Us A Ditty

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SPOILER ALERT – at the end of this post there will be a 15% discount code for any purchases of this unique and quirky product

Unique and quirky

Professional personalised poems in a heartfelt and witty style that make for great one-of-a-kind gifts for the special people in your life.

Why I love unique and quirky gifts 

If you follow my blog, you will know I love purchasing unique gifts nobody else would think of buying. When I saw this brand and the product they were offering, I was instantly attracted to it as something I would purchase for a loved one. 

Father’s day 

With Father’s Day right around the corner. Also, for a dad who is fussy and a hubby to buy for now, this is the perfect solution and I am thrilled to share this great gift AND a whopping 15% off. 

Read on for another huge surprise at the end of this post

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A bit about Do Us A Ditty 

Our mission: A poem dedicated to you is a rare yet wonderful experience. It might make you laugh, cry or roll your eyes but, most importantly, it makes you feel like you matter. 

Do Us A Ditty exists to create those magic little moments.

Professional personalised poems in a heartfelt and witty style that make for great one-of-a-kind gifts for the special people in your life. Suitable for all occasions, from birthdays and anniversaries to weddings and events, the company produces customised rhymes that can be printed and framed, written on cards or used as invitations and wedding favours. 

Customers simply provide 10 quick bullet points about their subject and Do Us A Ditty transforms this information into a unique poem in their chosen style. Be it funny, sentimental, cheeky or a mixture of them all. Available in a range of formats, these personalised poems are the perfect gift to show how much you care. 

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Discount code 

After reading all about this cute item, do you want to purchase one of these unique and quirky gifts?

Just enter MCA15 at the checkout for a 15% discount. 

Giveaway 

Not only are Do Us A Ditty providing a generous discount code for all of my readers, but they are also giving away one of these unique gifts. 

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Gift Guides

5 Quirky Gift Ideas For Your Loved Ones

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I wanted to share with you some unique and quirky gift ideas I’ve been trying out. Whether you need an idea for a birthday, wedding, or a treat for a friend – I have you covered.

Quirky Gift Ideas

Please note – some of the items featured were sent for me to review – all thoughts are my own

Some of the links contained on this page are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. I only recommend products I use myself and think would be useful for other people.

Let’s Dive into the Quirky Gift gift ideas…

KIND2 – Shampoo & Conditioner Bars

I was kindly sent these shampoo and conditioner bars to try. My hubby and I have different types of hair. But we both tried them and were impressed.

The bar lathers up and the foam isn’t too overpowering, but it works. They also dry quickly so you can keep them in a dish to use next time.

I have very dry, frizzy hair and these products still nourished my hair – which can be quite difficult to achieve, with some products.

Overall, I would purchase these bars again, or as a gift for a loved one. The sustainability element impresses me. Just imagine all the single-use plastic we go through, with beauty products alone. Something MUST change.

Quirky Gift Ideas

Rachel Jennings – handmade jewellery – Etsy

I was kindly sent these items from an Etsy seller, who contacted me about her business. I love the keyring and the earrings are so unique.

I love visiting markets, and small independent stores, to find an item which is so unique, only a handful of other people will purchase it.

You can read more of my quirky and unique gift ideas below:

10 UNIQUE MENKIND GIFTS FOR THE SPECIAL MAN IN YOUR LIFE

THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX FOR YOUR VALENTINE’S DAY GIFT

Why not visit Etsy and check out some independent sellers?

Quirky Gift Ideas

Cheerful Buddha

I was recently contacted by Cheerful Buddha who kindly sent a gift pack to try. Having tried their products before, I can confirm their coffee is great.

On their website, you will find Cheerful Buddha CBD coffee

And there is a discount code for us to use.

DISCOUNT CODE

MUMMYCONQUERINGANXIETY_15  AT THE CHECKOUT FOR 15% OFF

Quirky Gift Ideas

Mini Twister from Waterstones

How unique is this game? You could buy this as a family gift. A date night gift, or as a gift for yourself. We all need a treat sometimes.

I can imagine hours of fun with this!

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Image courtesy of Waterstones

The Goonies Hey You Guys! Square Cushion – My Geek Box

I used to love watching The Goonies at my friend’s house. We watched it a good 100 times over the years – no joke!

We also love geeky items in our house and I know loads of other people who do too.

Check out all the cushions at mygeekbox.co.uk

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Image courtesy of mygeekbox.co.uk

Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoyed reading about my unique and quirky gift ideas, for your loved ones.

Which is your favourite?

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Gift Guides, wellness

My Favourite Self-Care Products For Mother’s Day

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It’s no secret that I love affordable but effective beauty products. And I try and fit in self-care whenever I can. These trusted beauty products, allow me to quickly transform from mum mode into work or going out mode. And given our recent family financial difficulties, my purchases must also be affordable.

I want to share some of my favourite self-care products in this gift guide.

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Quick note: Some of the links contained on this page are affiliate links and if you go through them to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. I only recommend products I use myself and think would be useful for other people.

My Favourite products from the No7 range

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Here are some of the trusted No7, everyday self-care products I am currently using. And why I love them so much

Gel Finish Nail Colour 10ml (pictured above)

Every few months, I pick another colour from the range. It is part of my self-care routine, to do my nails for work and also when I go out. Let’s all just agree right now, that blogging images also look better when someone has their nails done! However, finding the time to do them is a different story.

Lip & Cheek Tint 10ml (pictured above)

I tried this product a while ago and it’s great. I bought a light shade of pink and it’s a lovely addition to the cheeks for going out. It also added some much-needed colour to my cheeks for work the other day.

High Shine Lip Gloss 8ml (pictured above)

Again, this is a product I use daily. If I fancy a bit of subtle colour at work, or for going out. It’s an easy-to-use product, and the coverage is great. It also has lasting power, without getting bitty.

Lift & Luminate TRIPLE ACTION Primer

I have tried several make-up primers in the past. But this one is silky smooth and gives a flawless finish to your makeup. I notice a difference when I don’t use it!

No7 The Full 360 Mascara 7ml

As someone with pretty short eyelashes, I need something which transforms my eyes from a normal working mum to going out to party mode. This mascara does just that and it’s a trusted product I keep going back to. Because it works. And it’s affordable.

Strength & Growth Treatment 10ml

In the past, I haven’t been kind to my nails. And I am now seeing the impact of the damage. As I frequently use nail polish, I need to use a treatment to look after my nails.

Stay Perfect Base Coat 10ml

A few years ago, I decided to start using a base and top coat with my nail polish. Simply to protect my nails and also give me a more flawless look. If you use this base with the gel finish products, it can give the look of fuller nails. A bit like you would get when they apply shellac in a salon. But with much less cost involved!

Gel Finish Top Coat 10ml

Exactly what it says on the tin. A flawless finish protects the colour of the nails underneath. If I am on holiday, this product can bring staying power to the nails, which is a must. Who wants to be doing their nails when they can be at the beach, with a cocktail instead?

Lift & Luminate TRIPLE ACTION Serum Concealer 8ml (pictured below)

I use this product daily. In place of a BB cream or foundation. The coverage is great and it leaves my skin looking fresh throughout the day.

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I recently made a TikTok post about the self-care products I use daily, whilst sitting at my desk blogging. Featuring the No7 Protect & Perfect Eye Cream & Lip Care

In need of a gift or want to treat yourself – have a browse at Boots Fragrance

My Favourite self-care products from The Body Shop

Mother’s Day wellness

Why not pick up a wellness gift set for the amazing mum in your life?

Sleep

Sweet Dreams Gift Set

Boost

Breathe

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Because I love The Body Shop so much, I have made it a mission to try some new self-care products. And I must say, I am not disappointed. Read my review of them below.

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Trusted products I use frequently

Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Butter

This goes on in a solid form but quickly melts to a nice clear butter. Not too heavy but feels nourishing and brings off the day’s impurities. It also smells lovely and there is a calming, take-the-day-off sense about it. I will now be adding it to my skincare routine and using it a few times a week. Along with my Edelweiss skincare products. 

Almond Nail And Cuticle Oil

This nail oil smells divine. I’ve been on the lookout for some great cuticle treatments for a while and thought I would try this. The brush and applicator allow just the right amount. And the consistency turns from a slight gel to oil once brushed on. A bit like smelling fresh cherry Bakewell baking in the oven, whilst you partake in self-care.

Edelweiss Serum Concentrate Sheet Mask

Let’s start with opening the packet – there is so much liquid in there, which gives great overall coverage and you know you’re in for a real treat. I will be honest and say I usually opt for the much cheaper sheet masks. And although this price point is higher, you literally get what you pay for and this product has a quality all over it.

I’ve never tried a sheet mask where the moisture soaks into the face and the mask eventually goes dry. But this happened with the Edelweiss mask. It smells lovely and my skin was left feeling nourished and refreshed after using it. I will be purchasing more. 

Banana Truly Nourishing Shampoo 

I bought a little bottle of this to try it. When I’ve used banana products from other brands before, they can be overpowering and sickly. However, this has just the right amount of fragrance. It honestly makes my hair feel lovely and the smell brings about a relaxing sense. I will be purchasing a bigger bottle. 

Strawberry Shower Gel

I’ve loved the fruity scents from The Body Shop since I was a teen. It just depends on what scents you’re into the most. I feel relaxed, looked after and like I’m in a field picking strawberries when I use this product. Love it so much, so I had to treat myself recently.

Hemp Hand Protector

This is so nourishing with a hint of fragrance. You can tell it’s helping to protect your hands. My hubby uses it every day before work and I also love pinching a bit of it too!

Hemp Heavy-Duty Lip Care

As I suffer from dry lips, this product is a must for me. Especially to protect your lips in the cold weather.

Himalayan Charcoal Purifying Glow Mask

I’ve used this product for a while now. And even before I purchased the Edelweiss range, the charcoal mask left my skin feeling fresh. And my complexion was noticeably clearer.

Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoyed reading the rundown of the trusted beauty products I use daily.

Do you use any of these products? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.

And I would love your suggestions on any other products I should try…

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My Latest Finds From The Body Shop & Why I Love Them

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With Christmas coming up, I had to ensure The Body Shop made it onto my Christmas present spreadsheet. I know my family and friends love some of their trusted favourites. Check out my latest finds.

I will also be reviewing an amazing gift set recently sent to me by The Body Shop.

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Let’s dive into the gifted items I was sent and why I love them so much

Mango

If you like the soft-squidgy-ness of juicy mango and its sweet luscious scent, you’re in for a treat with the Mango fragrance and body care range.

Sweetness & Sunshine Mango Essentials Gift

This Christmas gift is the next best thing to a tropical paradise! The set includes:

My thoughts on the gift set

This set is fantastic. Such a luxurious scent and some of the items are only available in the set. It also comes in a cute gift package and has everything you need to provide your loved ones with the self-care they need!

Read to the bottom for a discount code!

Let’s dive into the trusted favourites I buy every year

Strawberry Beauty & Skincare Range

The strawberry range takes me back to my younger days. The fruity smell is so luxurious and I have just the person in mind for this cute little gift set.

Whipping up memories of summer sports and sweet treats, the heart-shaped strawberry could be said to be the most symbolic of berries, but it’s all the more lovable as our splendidly scented Strawberry fragrance and body care range. Each of our strawberry beauty products contains real strawberry seed oil, bringing the plump, juicy fruit to your bathroom and on-the-go bag.

Jolly & Juicy Strawberry Essentials Gift

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Strawberry Essentials Gift

This is a juicy Christmas gift they’ll love to unwrap.

Strawberry Body Butter

I love the fruity body butter from The Body Shop, but I think strawberry has to be my fave.

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Strawberry Body Butter

The Edelweiss range

You may remember me writing an entire blog post on the Edelweiss range. And why I love it so much. It was only right to buy this item for someone I love.

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Edelweiss Cleansing Concentrate

Edelweiss Cleansing Concentrate

  • Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin
  • Leave skin feeling purified and renewed
  • Made with 95% ingredients of natural origin
  • Enriched with edelweiss
  • Certified by The Vegan Society
  • Dermatologically tested

Dry Hair & Scalp Products

Let’s talk about dry hair – straight or curly, thick or thin, it can affect any hair type. We are introducing our range of hair shampoo, conditioner and hair care products formulated with dry hair and scalps in mind. Think shampoo for dry hair, hydrating conditioners and nourishing masks.

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Ginger Shampoo

My hubby loves both of these products. They make your hair feel clean and refreshed. Something we both require as tired parents.

Ginger Anti-dandruff Shampoo

What does it do for you?

  • Anti-dandruff shampoo
  • Perfect for dry, flaky scalps
  • Help clear flakes
  • Leave dry, itchy scalps feeling soothed
  • Made with 90% ingredients of natural origin
  • Certified by The Vegan Society

Ginger Scalp Care Conditioner

What does it do for you?

  • Scalp care conditioner
  • Perfect for dry scalps and weak hair
  • Leave dry scalps feeling soothed*
  • Leave hair feeling stronger, softer and more resilient*
  • Made with 97% ingredients of natural origin
  • Certified by The Vegan Society

Satsuma

A ball of pure orange energy as vibrant as the sun, is there anything better than a satsuma to help put a zing in your step and a wiggle in your walk? We love those bursting citrus notes so much that we’ve captured this juicy fruit in our Satsuma body care products.

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Satsuma Shower Gel

Satsuma Shower Gel

  • Perfect for all skin types
  • Leave skin feeling soft, cleansed and refreshed
  • Juicy and refreshing
  • 92% of ingredients of natural origin
  • Certified by The Vegan Society
  • Dermatologically tested

A firm fave within my family. I grew up with this scent and my brother absolutely loves it.

Discount code

As promised, let’s reveal the discount code

Visit The Body Shop – 20% off discount code MCA20 until the end of the year (Including Advent Calendars)

Check out all my blog posts… for The Body Shop

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Advent Calendar Of Treats From The Body Shop

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If you follow my blog, you will know I cannot resist a self-care treat from The Body Shop. Well, I have an extraordinary surprise to share with you today! Launching – 21 August 2022. TOMORROW!

20% off discount code MCA20 until the end of the year (Including Advent Calendars)

Body Shop Advent Calendar

For those of you saying it’s too early to think about an advent calendar, it isn’t. I am secretly really excited about autumn, Halloween and the countdown to Christmas. I am also mindful that I need to spend money wisely this year, maybe make some savings where I can, and definitely start buying some gifts earlier than usual. Just this morning, my little one had a huge smile on her face when we told her Santa is busy sorting out presents. I asked her what she wanted and the magic in her eyes made me emotional.

What a deal

The product I have to recommend to you today, allows you to receive £159.00 worth of products for a price tag of £95.00. It’s a great way to stock up on your essentials, treat someone you love, or treat yourself. We all deserve it!

Making a saving of at least £34.50 is great in my book – because I am always looking at ways of cutting costs.

Advent Calendar

The Box Of Wonders Big Advent Calendar

What’s inside?

Here to help you buff, slather and moisturise head-to-toe, our Big Advent Calendar is packed with 25 surprises, including some full-sized favourites. Unwind with our bestselling Face Masks, refresh with our zesty Shower Gels and nourish with our indulgent Body Butters made with Community Fair Trade shea butter from Ghana.

Contributing to great causes

With every Box of Wonders, you’ll also find little facts about our Community Fair Trade partners or an act of kindness, so you can share some wonder and joy with your friends, family and community. You can even reuse the pop-ups as gift tags, and the drawers are great for storing crafts and other little bits and bobs, long after Christmas.

And remember, this Advent calendar doesn’t just bring you and the people you love, happiness, it also supports our global partners in Ghana with fair and regular income opportunities and access to healthcare and education projects. So far over 600 women across 11 villages have seen improvements in their lives.

My personal favourites

I couldn’t let you go without including a full rundown of the contents and the all-important size guide – Length 31cm x Depth 22cm x Height 17 cm Weight 2.8 kg. 

I am so excited to go through this list:

  • Shea Hand Balm 30ml
  • Avocado Lip Care Stick 4.2g 
  • Strawberry Shower Gel 60ml 
  • Camomile Muslin Cloth 
  • Camomile Sumptuous Cleansing Butter 20ml 
  • Aloe Calm Hydration Sheet Mask 18ml 
  • British Rose Shower Scrub 50ml 
  • Bath Lily Large Ramie Gift
  • Himalayan Charcoal Purifying Glow Mask 15ml 
  • Shea Intense Repair Shampoo 250ml 
  • Avocado Shower Cream 60ml 
  • Mango Body Butter 50ml 
  • Almond Milk Shower Cream 60ml 
  • Tie Front Headband
  • Nicaraguan Coffee Intense Awakening Mask 15ml 
  • Almond Milk Soap 100g 
  • Pink Grapefruit Shower Gel 60ml 
  • Vitamin C Glow Sheet Mask 18ml 
  • Avocado Body scrub 50ml 
  • British Rose Shower Gel 60ml 
  • British Rose Hand Cream 30ml 
  • Vitamin E Quench Sheet Mask 18ml 
  • Shea Body Butter 50ml 
  • Himalayan Charcoal Skin Clarifying Night Peel 30ml 
  • Breathe Massage Melt 75ml 

I am so happy to see the good old Strawberry Shower Gel included. Since reviewing a recent bundle from The Body Shop, I am also in love with the Almond Milk products and love the sound of the Almond body scrub.

Final thoughts

I need to toddle off and send this post to everyone who knows and loves me, in the hope someone purchases it for Christmas for me. Sending this thought out into the universe in the hope it manifests.

Will you be buying this?

Which are your favourite products? I would love some recommendations from you on my next purchases from The Body Shop.

Advent Calendar

You can check out my two previous posts about The Body Shop.

Gifting

4 amazing gift ideas for the special man in your life

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Unfortunately, when it comes to gift buying, men sometimes get left behind. And I don’t think it’s because they always choose to be.

I find it difficult buying for the men in my life. The only joy I seem to have in finding a unique gift, is either asking them what they want or scouring the internet to find something suitable.

If you encounter the same problem when buying for the special man in your life, don’t worry! In this post, I have some suggestions, following my endless hours spent on the internet looking for the right gift.

It isn’t just mummies and the girls who need a spa day or a pamper session now and again. I’ve taken my hubby on many couples spa days in the past and we had a wonderful time. Running around after an energetic toddler in your 30’s isn’t much fun and the aches and pains are real.

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Let’s unwrap some of these special items

Menkind

I’ve written about MenKind before. Simply because I love their quirky gifts and the fact you can buy something nobody else thinks to purchase. When you log onto the website, the gift sections are broken down into categories, which makes searching easier.

When searching for the perfect gift, I was instantly drawn to the Three Wise Stormtroopers. What an amazing, unique item. I can picture it on a display shelf in our house, along with the other quirky items we each have.

For a bit of luxury, why not check out the Deluxe Diamond Decanter Set? We’ve just had a lovely date night, a whole 24 hours away from the little one. A special item like this would be perfect for those moments. When you need to kick back, relax and enjoy some adult-only time together. This item is going on my wish list!

Next on the list had to be a gadget organiser. Surely EVERYONE loses the remote control? Try having a toddler in the house, especially one who loves hiding things. We lost the TV Control for about three months recently and then she went and pulled it out of a cupboard. A nifty Remote Control Caddy would solve some of my hubby’s first-world problems!

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    It isn’t just mummies and the girls who need a spa day or a pamper session now and again. Why not treat the special man in your life? I’ve taken my hubby on many couples spa days in the past and we had a wonderful time. Running around after an energetic toddler in your 30’s isn’t much fun and the aches and pains are real.

    Why not check out the amazing spa packages at Village Hotels? Click on the link below to book yourself a much-needed day out. Or if you’re feeling romantic, maybe a whole night away.

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    Weird Fish

    Whenever we need a present for my Dad, this is the first brand we seek out. I love the design and quality of the T-shirts and so does he.

    With his birthday coming up soon, I need to check out the current collection. Click on the link below to have a browse yourself.

    ManoMano

    I’ve just had a browse on this website and if the special man in your life requires some tools, look no further.

    One of the ‘house goals’ my hubby has is to restore furniture in the garage, which we don’t yet currently have. I am bookmarking the relevant page for when we do have the space and funds to make his dream a reality. Hehe!

    Final thoughts

    I hope you enjoy reading my rundown of quirky, unique gifts for the special man in your life.

    Let me know in the comments whether you will be purchasing any of these gifts?

    Do you also find buying for the man in your life difficult?

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    The Charm Of Handmade Gifts Whilst You’re On Holiday

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    Picture a British seaside town, with the seagulls making noise and the fresh sea air. The charm of the seaside!

    I don’t know why, but it’s such a British thing to buy gifts for other people whilst we are on holiday. I’ve purchased some of the best birthday and Christmas presents for people whilst on my holidays. Maybe I am more relaxed or have spending money. I really don’t know the reason behind it.

    Now picture a small boutique with handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts. Then imagine the shop is labelled as an art collective. It’s the type of place I could spend hours in. Therefore, I HAD to transport all my lovely readers to this shop for a little while.

    Come along and see what they have on offer

    Bring together handmade pieces from several different creators, it’s the kind of place we would visit whilst on holiday. Mainly because my hubby would stop just outside and say “this is your type of place, let’s go in”.

    If you follow this blog, you all know I love a unique and quirky gift for someone. I am so excited to share with you some of the unique and quirky pieces sent to me by Zebadiah’s. You can view a list of the artists featured on the website.

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    Handmade earrings

    I love handmade earrings. Simply because you would be hard pushed to find someone else wearing the same pair.

    Hat

    How cute is this handmade hat? My little one looks cool in hats and she has a collection at home already. I just know this one will come to be one of her favourites. And we are heading for cooler weather in the UK, so she will get so much use out of it.

    Brooch

    Transport me back to the days of looking through my Grandma’s jewellery drawer. She had a lovely white dresser with a wide drawer. All the pieces were laid out on tissue paper, all sparkly and amazing. Since this moment, I’ve loved brooches and I try my best to pin them to going out jackets whenever I can. This one will be coming on my next outing with me! My little one has also shown an interest in it.

    Dress

    The dress is fantastic. You can tell it’s such good quality material and the colours are amazing.

    I honestly can’t wait to wear it. My little one commented that it looked like a rainbow. And we are kind of matching with the dress and the hat.

    Other items which stood out to me

    I’ve had a browse on the website and the ceramic bowls and bracelets really stood out to me. Everyone has a different preference for what they like and the reason why. You will find something amongst the collections for yourself. Or a great gift for someone else.

    Head over and order online today

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    Final thoughts

    I hope you enjoyed reading about this amazing little find.

    Have you checked out the products? What are your favourites?

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