The Ultimate Gift Guide
Struggling to find the perfect present? Relax, I have done the hard work for you. This is your cheat sheet for every impossible person on your list. Still can't find what you want, send me a message and I'll come up with something brilliant.
The Teacher Present
Teacher presents are always one of the trickiest gifts to get. You don’t want to spend too much, and you’re aware that they’re likely to receive lots of gifts already. Hopefully, I’ve thought outside the box with these choices to make them a little different and meaningful. I would always pair them with a thoughtful homemade card, as a personal message can make even a small gift feel truly special and appreciated. This way, the stress of finding the “perfect” gift is taken away, while still showing genuine gratitude for all the hard work teachers do.
Here are my top 6 under £30 present ideas
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Chapel Down Brut £22.00
BUY NOWAD - A little bit nicer than a bottle of wine but a little less expensive than a bottle of Champagne
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A Personalised Pen £24.75
BUY NOWA timeless teacher gift, An engraved Parker pen that comes in a really lovely box, simple, thoughtful, and something they’ll actually use!
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Notebook & Pen £13.99
BUY NOWAD - A personalised notebook and pen. Really useful and a great gift at this price point.
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Vouchers £10.00+
BUY HERETeachers would love an Apple voucher after all, it’s the 21st century version of giving a teacher an apple. It’s practical, thoughtful, and way less likely to get eaten by the teacher before they even get home!
Grandparents
When it comes to gifts for grandparents, it’s the personal touches that really make them special. I tend to stay away from small “grandparent” keepsakes and instead choose gifts that are useful, thoughtful, and likely to be enjoyed every day. If you have children, always include a handmade or personalised card from them, grandparents absolutely treasure these keepsakes. If you don’t have little ones, take the time to write a thoughtful note or pick out a funny card instead. These small, heartfelt details always go down well and often mean just as much (if not more) than the gift itself.
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Photobox Calendar - £22.99
BUY HEREThe perfect place to pop all those pictures you’ve been taking all year and you can even add in some special dates for a personal touch!
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Theatre Tickets - From £50.00
Theatre tickets always make a brilliant gift, whether it’s for a local performance or a big London show. It’s something to really look forward to, and they’ll love knowing that the real gift is still to come!
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Mrs B, Reading Subscription, £50.00+
BUY HEREGive the gift of great reading with a hand-picked book delivered each month. After a quick questionnaire about reading tastes, one of Mr B’s expert booksellers selects and beautifully wraps a new title to send out monthly. A thoughtful surprise that book lovers will look forward to all year.
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Netflix Subscription, £25.00+
BUY HEREGive the gift of endless films, series, and shows with a Netflix subscription, t’s the present that keeps on giving all year round! For just £72, you can cover a whole year’s worth of cosy movie nights and binge worthy evenings.
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Audible - £7.99+
BUY HEREThey'll get a monthly credit to use for any bestseller or new release and access to thousands of included titles.
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Heated Blanket, £39.99
BUY HEREGive the gift of warmth with an electric blanket. Soft, safe, and energy efficient, it’s a practical treat that makes cold nights instantly more comfortable.
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Heavy Duty Garden Kneeler Seat, £39.99
BUY HEREPatent-Protected Anti-Tip Design. The 4.5kg (10lbs) reinforced construction offers security for elderly users, while the flip-design allows quick conversion to a 17-inch seated height to reduce back strain during long gardening sessions.
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Bloom & Wild Flower Subscription, £22.00+
BUY HEREYour new self-care habit. Or a monthly reminder of how great someone is. There's nothing like fresh, seasonal flowers on the regular. You could even wrap up a vase for them to open on the day.
The Children
Whether it be your own children, your niece, nephew or friends children, we have you covered.
Struggling to fill a stocking or Santa’s sack and not sure where to start? Here’s my approach: include three to four medium-sized gifts, one fun novelty or joke gift, and a couple of practical items like a scarf, gloves, football kit, goalie gloves, trainers, or PJs. Then add a little treat or playful item, such as a bath bomb, bubble bath, novelty sponge, board game, or a favourite snack like a yard of Jaffa Cakes or Oreos. This mix of thoughtful, practical, and fun goodies makes for a stocking that everyone will love.
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Foil Fun £14.99
BUY HEREAD - No mess fun, very minimal clearing up and a great price for what you get. This is one of my favourite gifts to give.
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Monster Octopus Shower Jelly £10.00
BUY HEREBoth my children loved these last year. Watch out for the deals on these as they sometimes are 2 for 1.
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Monopoly £24.99
BUY HEREAD - A fun and educational gift the whole family will love! Learn to budget and manage money together now in a super cute Squishmallow Edition, also available in a junior version.
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Adjustable Roller Skates £34.99
BUY HEREAD - One of the best gifts I’ve ever bought my children, These adjustable skates grow with them and they can easily change the size themselves with the press of a button.
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Mini Claw Machine £24.99
BUY HEREAD - Our family’s favourite claw machine! Fill it with sweets or small surprise toys for endless fun.
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Karaoke Machine £14.43
This one’s such a hit in our house! The children love using it with their friends, and it even connects to Bluetooth so they can play their favourite songs while they play. We’ve used it loads, great quality for the price!
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Mosaic Sticker Book £5.99
BUY HEREAD - Such a lovely activity for kids. The mosaic sticker book is great for building patience and the finished pages are so pretty!
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Dolly Dressing Up Sticker Book £5.51
BUY HEREAD - A delightful little sticker book full of ballerinas for young children to dress for parts in famous ballets including Cinderella, Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and many more.
Men
Men can be the trickest person to buy for but this year, I've got some great ideas for you.