Today is the second day of my Gift Guides for Christmas 2020. if you're looking for some gift ideas this year the girls in your life this year, plus the chance to win a fabulous prize, then read on.... (and don't forget to catch my video featuring the gifts I've listed)
The Jose Eber Air Styler £179.99
We girls love changing up our hair. Welcome the revolutionary Jose Eber Air Styler. The styler utilises a high speed nano fan that propels cool air through the tool length expelling it through a grid around the tourmaline ceramic styling plates.
This cool air instantly sets the hair in the desires style of curls or waves.
The Air Styler's unique air cooling feature allows you to bring the barrel right up against the scalmp with no fear of burning.
The Air Styler also straightens hair faster than most conventional flat irons.
https://www.joseeberhair.co.uk/products/hst-air-styler
Curls 4 Girls Digital Straightening Brush
The C4G Kids Friendly Digital Straightening Brush makes styling your hair faster and easier than ever before, with ceramic bristles that straighten as they brush, and digital heat control that you can adjust to the needs of your hair. The C4G line can be used for kids and adults as well.
You win a Curls 4 Girls Digital Straightener by entering my giveaway
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The Orange Pencil Clutch
There's more to this fun gift for children and adults than you first realise! Protect your laptop, iPad, stationery, or travel kit in style with the Mineheart zipped clutch bag. Made from hard-wearing recycled PET fabric they offer elegant protection for your tech or possessions delivered in the classic Mineheart spirit.
Suitable for use as travel bag, clutch purse or pencil case as well as most models of iPads (Mini/Air/Pro) & MacBooks(Air/Pro)
Featuring the artwork ''The Orange Pencil'. A reminder to smile and not take life too seriously, a humble pencil under the nose is enough to brighten our day. Our posture, the way we move and our facial expressions all affect our emotions... so remember to smile and you will feel happier, stand tall and you will be stronger, and move gracefully and you will feel like a ballerina! Designed by Young & Battaglia. "Inspired by a psychological study on the ‘facial feedback’ theory of emotion, whereby people were asked the same questions with a pencil under their nose and without it, and then asking how they felt. They were happier using their facial muscles as, by smiling and doing certain facial expressions, you can actually feel happier..." Brendan Young
Size Options
Small:26cm H X 20cm W
Perfect size for iPad 2/3/4. NOT for later iPad such as iPad mini, iPad Air, iPad Pro, NOT for newest 2017 iPad 9.7 inch. Fits iPad Models: A1395/A1396/A1397/A1416/A1430/A1403/A1458/A1459/A1460. Please check back bottom of your iPad to find the model number
Medium :32cm H X 21cm W
Perfect size for 11 inch macbook air A1370 / A1465 Please check back bottom of your macbook to find the model number
From £15 - £22.50
A Yoga Mat with a Difference
DIYogi, is a UK brand of eco-friendly, professional yoga and Pilates mats that people can write and draw on using markers.
The fact that they can be personalised at home gives them a creative spin and ties them nicely with the mindfulness colouring trend. They are 100% eco friendly and recyclable, made using natural materials (sustainably sourced natural rubber) and eco conscious processes. The innovative gift can be drawn on by children as a fun family activity – you can then use the mat personalised by their own child whenever you practice!
YouTube video is available here.
Cushions
I love the cosiness of this time of year, filling my home with cushions and throws. Cosy homeware therefore can make a thoughtful gift. The Yorkshire Linen Company offer a handmade service, not surprisingly in Yorkshire. Their team can hand-make your cushion in a range of sizes and fabric types ideal for a perfect gift.
The cushion prices vary depending on the size you choose and of course the fabric, but they have a large selection of fabric colours and types for you to choose the best accompaniment for your beds, sofas or chairs.
As they are handmade the sizes are approximate but as a guide they are available in Small – 28cm x 28cm, Medium – 43cm x 43cm, Large – 55cm x 55cm, Rectangle – 50cm x 30cm. The price of the cushions includes – Handmade cover with zip – Cushion insert filling made from hollow fibre – Free fabric samples before you order.
What makes them an ideal gift also is the attention to detail they have included in the packaging to guarantee the cushions arrive in pristine condition. They are beautifully wrapped so you can just pass on as gift, saving you time and money on awkward gift wrapping options.
Candle
What is it about a candle that is so calming? I've usually got a Candle burning and they make great gifts. If you want to buy that special someone a special Candle, take a look at this gorgeous one from sandravick.co.uk
This hand filled soy wax bone china candle is beautiful when lit - the translucent bone china means that as the candle burns down, the light glows from within
Each candle burns for approx 34 hours, and once used the container can be used for a tealight or as a container for toothbrushes, make up brushes, pens & pencils, flowers or you can buy our converter lid to turn it into a diffuser oil pot.
This candle is available in the following scents: Noel, Clementine and Tiare Flower and Vanilla
If you would like to use your candle container as a reed diffuser pot after you have used up the candle - you can also order a diffuser converter lid.
Based just south of Edinburgh, Scotland, Sandra is inspired by both the woodlands and hills of the Pentlands Regional Park and the coastline of East Lothian. She works in her studio painting original artworks that are the inspiration behind all the designs in her shop.
She is passionate about the natural environment and ensures that all products are made in the UK and packaged responsibly using recycled and recyclable materials.
*Gifted
A Jigsaw with a Difference
piecedandquiet.co.uk is an artistic puzzle company which came about during Lockdown when they rediscovered their passion for putting together oddly shaped pieces and the importance of taking a moment for yourself. However, they very quickly grew tired of the boring traditional designs and ran out of unique and quirky designs that they genuinely liked.
Piece & Quiet is an attempt to solve this. Striking and exciting artistic puzzles, promoting mindfulness and a relaxing way to be creative for the puzzler whilst providing a platform to boost the profile of our talented artists. They want to help as many people as we can to take a moment for themselves during these strange times. £22.99
Underwear
Can a woman ever have enough underwear? I doubt it.
It can be a bit tricky though when buying it for someone else. It's better to opt for comfort as a gift. Y.O.U Underwear is a sustainable fashion company with a range of underwear for men and women that enshrine the principles of style, comfort and body positivity. Their underwear is designed to be stylish and comfortable across a broad range of body shapes and sizes. It also comes beautifully packaged in an organic cotton bag, making it the perfect gift.
The great thing is that Y.O.U also operate on a buy-one-give-two model, meaning that they donate two pairs of underwear to vulnerable women and children for every pair sold. This is the perfect option if you’re looking for a gift that gives a little bit more! Y.O.U underwear is also Fairtrade, Vegan and made from 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton by India’s leading ethical and sustainable manufacturer. You can look good, do good and feel good by starting with your underwear.
*Gifted
Engraved Jewellery
A piece of engraved jewellery makes a great personal gift. The Engravers Guild of London offer a range of engraved/personalised items including necklaces and lockets, pens, perfume and watches. This engraved ladies watch from Elie Beaumont in silver with mesh strap and white eggshell dial is £69.95 including engraving.
'A delectably sized watch full of minimalist charm. Featuring a perfectly balanced 33mm case with a precision Japanese Miyota movement, the dial is protected by hardened mineral glass that provides water resistance to 3 atmospheres. Delivered in Elie Beaumont signature packaging with a contemporary grey leather cover, the watch delivers a feminine and stylish gift experience.
The engraving is made on the reverse of the case, inscribed with the finest quality diamond-tipped cutters to create a special gift that is designed to leave a lasting impression'
INCLUDES COST OF ENGRAVING & LUXURY GIFT BOX
Body Art Tattoos
One for the younger ladies in your life. 'Create glittering tattoos that last up to a week on your skin but can easily be removed with water. It is the easiest and safest way to decorate your body with eye-catching designs and sparkling glitter colours'
Each set consists of 50 cool designs and 6 excellent glitter colour pots, allowing you to create dozens of different colour combinations. Just place your chosen design onto a clean dry area, hold down for 1-2 minutes and then gently remove the clear film from the top of the sticker.
Apply the colour glitter combination of your choice with a small brush and your tattoo is complete. With three original tattoo sets, classic, action and glowing, there is one for everyone. £15
•Gifted
Buzz Nail Art £17
Another for the teen is Buzz Nail Art. Create fashionable and fun nail art designs in minutes. Each colour comes with a brush and a micro pen. Easy to use. Brush on the base layer, Brush on Design layer, Pen on design detail.
The set contains 8 different colours that each can be used as a brush and a pen.
*Gifted
Buzzing Stickers £15
Children will love creating over 180 3D holographic and metallic stickers. Pick a foam sticker shape from the 180 foam stickers in the box and rub on the colourful foil decoration to make the most amazing holographic stickers imaginable.
The stickers are easy to design with the 180 foam stickers, 3 stencils, over 50 holographic and metallic sheets provided in the kit. Create and collect your own amazing masterpieces.
£15
*Gifted
Buzz Snow
Dreaming of a White Christmas? The only way you can guarantee her one is with this unique gift. This is a polymer powder that when hydrated it looks and feels just like Snow, except it never melts!
Its eco-friendly, non-toxic and safe for children and animals. It looks like sugar before it is hydrated and looks and feels like Snow after you have added water. It expands up to 100 times than its original size. After two and a half weeks the snow will start to dehydrate and return back to its powder form, ready to be activated again.
Use it in your Christmas table displays, instagram photos, shop window displays, around your Christmas tree, or to highlight a display out in the garden or fill the bath just for fun!
This product is subject to specific safety warnings.
Warning: Not suitable for children under 4 years. For use under adult supervision Warning: To be used under the direct supervision of an adult
£15
•Gifted
Personalised Champagne or Prosecco
You don't have to be celebrating to pop a cork! Though if you are, that makes this next gift even better!
Say it With Champagne are producing bottles (full size or miniature) of Champagne or Prosecco with a personalised label. You could say 'Merry Christmas', 'Goodbye 2020 or you could even propose! It's entirely up to you to choose your own unique message, photo or logo. The bottles arrive well packaged to avoid any breakages.
*Gifted
Perfume
I love receiving perfume, but unless you can snoop around her bathroom or dressing table, it can be difficult to know what to get. Duty Free is often a good place to pick up a deal, but as most of us aren't flying anytime soon, keep a lookout at the likes of Boots and Superdrug.
My personal favourites are Chanel No 5, Black Opium and Alien if you need inspiration.
A Hamper
Many shops will be offering hampers this time of year. You could go all out and splash the cash on one from Selfridges or Fortum & Mason, or again why not support a small local business. Last year I went around lots of shops to build a hamper full of local produce, which is one idea, or shop around and see what pre-packaged hampers are on offer, such as this one from Delilah. https://delilahfinefoods.co.uk/collections/award-winners/products/award-winners-hamper
Chocolate
I'm more than happy to receive chocolate of any kind as a gift, but theres something nice about special chocolates as gifts at Christmas. Search for small independent chocolaitiers in your area for something different or unique. I found many including The Marshmallow Kitchen who produce some delicious looking treats!
Vouchers
You can support local and small businesses another way by buying gift vouchers. It' s been a tough year for many so buying a voucher now can help them stay in business. This could be for a restaurant for example for maybe a massage at your local salon or a spa day.
Recommended spa
or Independent - Ye Olde Bell Spa
Holiday
A surprise holiday is a great gift too! Booking you both a weekend away somewhere gives you something to look forward to. This year, more so than any, do make sure you read the small print and your rights if your holiday is affected by Covid19. Use my link https://www.airbnb.co.uk/c/tanyal6252. to sace to save up to £50 off your reservation with AirBnB
Subscriptions
A subscription is also a great idea for a gift that keeps giving all year. I could be something like Netflix or maybe a years subscription to their favourite magazine either online or in print that is connected to their favourite hobby, for example BBC Good Food.
Coupons
Finally, if 2020 has taught us anything, it is how important time with our loved ones is, so why not give them the gift of your time with a book of coupons you can write out and give them to use as they please. For example you could have a coupon for a date at the cinema, a night in watching his favourite film, food at her favourite restaurant...the possibilities are endless.
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