Gift Guide - For Children Under One

It is difficult sometimes when you have small children to find a gift that is suitable for them or something different I have put together a gift guide for little ones to hopefully help with some ideas for gifts this Christmas.

1) Baby Blooms Bertie Bear Christmas Bathrobe set. Beautifully presented in a gift box inside you will find the gift of your choice (there is a lot to choose from on their site) encased in soft tissue paper the perfect keepsake for any child this Christmas the name of the child of whom you are gifting is perfectly embroidered onto both the dressing gown and the teddy bear you can have any name of your choice up to ten letters. Both items compliment each other and the bear is so cute it is likely to become a cuddly best friend and companion for any child.

2) Find me a gift, Bear wall night light and height chart sticker. Brighten up a baby or toddler room with this amazing Teddy Bear Wall Night Light & Height Chart Sticker set. This fun vinyl height chart decal consists of a frog holding a bunch of animal balloons, at the top of which is actually a friendly happy yellow-faced teddy night light! The LED light is battery operated, which means it can be positioned wherever in the room you like. The perfect gift for any young child this Christmas its a fun and a great way to keep a record of any child's growth.

3) blade and rose children's leggings I wrote about these on Halloween a few years ago they are cute comfortable and affordable children and babies leggins I love these they are so practical for both boys and girls alike not to mention they come in lots of stylish designs there is something to suit all tastes they have also started to make a range of funky stunning children's socks ideal as gifts and stocking fillers this Christmas.

4) Vtech pull along Dalmatian, this bright and colourful toy will have your child entertained for hours, Pull along Dalmation, includes; phrases, sounds, 3 sing-along songs and 20 melodies. Teaches; colours, numbers it also helps Develop motor skills and its Legs really move! aimed at children aged 6 months plus it would make a great and useful learning toy this year.

5) Quack Quack moo baby grows we love these practical and stylish the brand also makes vests and bibs too perfectly practical stylish designs aimed at young children another great and different gift to give this Christmas.

6) Hape classic push-along wooden first car. This chunky little car has the simple shape of a modern car it is painted in bright red, with natural wooden wheels. Three holes represent the car windows and act as a handy easy grip to help little fingers push the car along. This Wooden car Unlike many of the toy vehicles which are only suitable from age 3, this little car has been safety tested to be suitable from age 10 months upwards, and so it makes an ideal first push-along vehicle. and would make the ideal stocking filler or stand-alone gift.

7)  Nibbling Rose Dummy clip  not just your average Dummy clip beautifully crafted the dummy clips come in different colours and with different shapes this particular one has roses attached to it making them stunning to look at and can be attached anywhere from the child's car seat, sleeping bag and cot  with the peace of mind that, all beads are made of non-toxic, BPA free, soft silicone and can safely be chewed on and washed.

8) Hape Polar Animal Tactile Puzzle is a wooden puzzle with textures to explore. It’s cold in the Arctic and the animals need special coats to keep warm! Remove the pieces of this puzzle to feel the coats of the seal, penguin, polar bear, arctic hare and orca. Although this is aged at 24 months+ I think this would make a great gift for children aged one the animals can be played with separately it is aged at this limit because of the fur and material underneath the puzzle however with supervision it would be great for sensory play.

9) Find me a gift, My first money box, it's never too early to think about collecting money for your little one even if they already have there own bank account you can save money for a rainy day, a day out or even if to pop your spare change into the front is see through so you can watch the pennies stacking up this is a great gift idea for any little one and will complement any nursery perfectly.

10) Find me a gift, Guess how much I love you, babies first booties These my first booties are the cutest little things I have ever seen, they are super soft and are going to keep any little ones feet cosy this winter  the booties have floppy ears and have a cute rattle noise inside them so they are sure to keep your little one entertained they also come in an adorable keepsake gift box.

11) Baby Blooms Bertie Bear Christmas morning gift set, This would make any Christmas special for your little one again with Baby Blooms all their items come beautifully presented in a gift box the teddy bear is suitable from birth and can be personalised with any name up to ten letters long, The set comprises of a bowl, plate, mug and egg cup and is hand decorated with the Babyblooms' Christmas tree and teddy bear.

Luxury Candles from Party Lite #review

Candles who doesn't love them! at night time once the boys are asleep I find there is no better way to relax and unwind filling the room with a sweet smelling aroma and they just give a completely different feel to the room for me it just makes that mummy quiet time just that little bit more my own.

I was asked if I would like to review some candles from PartyLite and as I love them of course I agreed
The candles came carefully and well packed so they were all in one piece when they arrived there was a heart shaped tea light holder, a pack of three candles (forbidden fantasy) and trio of candles Just Desserts fragrances,  (nutcracker sweet and sugarplum fairies)

The first candles I tried out were the trio of just deserts candles nutcracker sweet and the sugarplum fairies both of these were really sweet they smelt amazing before I had even got them out of the box and lit them they reminded me of a sweetie Christmas scent the Petite jars are decorated with a pretty white decals. they are 7 cm in height. Pink and white striped speciality packaging. and have a Burn time of 20-30 hours each.




The second thing I tried was the heart shaped tea light holder made from glass with a silvery finish it has an antique feel about it, it lets a lot of light out from the candle even though the glass looks quite dark in its effect its a really dainty little holder.





the last and final candles that I tried were the luxury forbidden fantasy white candle set - these were my definite favorite they smell so nice, again before I had even got them out of the box you could smell there scent it is quite sweet but not too overpowering, each candle has its own scent, blush, flint and kiss so you can burn them alone or all together I must admit the smell is beautiful and the have a real soft burn to them.





Over all I absolutely loved the candles from party lite I am definitely there new biggest fan. the room smelt amazing even after the flames had been blown out. I love the glasses that they have all come in they are sturdy and classic and would look pretty on any shelf. With them all having such a long burn time they can be used again and again. Thanks Party Lite!

You can view the full range of candles and prices at WWW.PartyLite.co.uk  

Mothers day gifts from Me To You "Tatty Teddy"

If you are still looking for something special for mum, how about a super cute item from Me to you or "Tatty Teddy" these items are guaranteed to put a smile on mums face and they are all within budget prices yet they still have that something "special"  here are some of there items from there range.

Me to You, Tatty Teddy, Small Glass ‘Mum’ Frame £8,

This lovely Me to You frame is perfect for displaying a treasured family photo. The border is decorated with heartfelt phrases such as 'Fabulous Mummy' and 'Super Mum'. There's even a cute picture of Tatty Teddy sipping from a vintage-style teacup.

 
Me to You, Tatty Teddy, ‘Mum’ Shopping List Pad £5, 

This adorable Me to You Shopping List Pad includes a cute image of Tatty Teddy and the words, Fabulous Mummy, Super Mum. Complete with a tiny pencil for scribbling down important lists, the cute pad also features a handy magnet to enable it to stick to the fridge!

Me to You, Tatty Teddy, Mug and Stencil Set £10,

This pretty mug is the perfect mother’s day gift. Featuring a cute picture of Tatty Teddy sipping from a vintage-style teacup, the set comes with fun stencils, perfect for sprinkling a little cocoa powder over your favourite hot drink. Stencils bear the words ‘Special Mum’ and ‘Mummy’s Drink’.

Me to You, Tatty Teddy, World’s Best Mum bear, Sits 7” Tall £10

A Me to You bear is the perfect gift to show your Mum how much you care. This adorable Tatty Teddy is wearing a floral pink t shirt with little lilac sleeves and embroidered with the words 'World’s Best Mum'.

Me to You, Tatty Teddy, Apron £12

Your Mum will look a picture in this pretty Me to You apron! The pink and lilac colour scheme and beautiful vintage-inspired design make this a practical yet stylish gift for a special Mum. The pocket on the apron is printed with a cute picture of Tatty Teddy.





All of these items are beautiful, they are the perfect gift, for those on a budget, for mums who love cute items or to add to their collection of tatty teddy items.

I have been sent a tatty teddy mug for the purpose of this post

Mothers day gifts for the craft lover - Bergere de France #Review

Mother’s Day is fast approaching and that means it’s time to start racking your brains for the perfect gift to say thank you. Sometimes it can be really hard to choose something for mum that is individual and different, why not step away from the flower aisle and back away from the chocolates as much as mums love chocolate most will be thinking about there figures, eat now moan later that's usually my trick!

Whether your Mum is focused on fashion or loves bringing new life into the home, Bergere de France - renowned French-based manufacturer of fine yarns and inspirational design catalogues- has the perfect gift for every crafty woman!

Does your Mum love creating unique pieces for the home? Why not help her spruce up the living room with a gorgeous crochet cushion kit, bring life to an old dining table with a homemade table cloth or add a unique touch to her bedroom lampshade with a gorgeous knitted cover the there is loads to choose from this mothers day for the crafty loving mum!

From beginner’s kits such as the knitted magazine rack to more intricate designs like the knitted mug cosy, there is a kit to suit every mum from those new to knitting to the crochet expert.

I have been sent one of there lovely And pretty laced crochet make your own cushion cover set, presented in a cute gift box. The set comes with a detailed guide of how to make the beautiful cushion cover, the instructions are really easy to follow, the box also contains two high quality yarns so that you have all the right ingredients to make up the pretty cushion cover design.

I haven't actually made up the set because I don't have the right crochet hook - this is the only down side to the set, that it doesn't come with the crochet hook, However I have read through the instructions and the guide and like I said previously it is really easy to follow, the set is practically perfect for the crafty loving mum or just a mum that likes to sit down and try something different.

This lovely set is priced at £9.07, So if your looking for a mothers day gift on a budget this set is a great price. The cushion cover once made up is 40 x 30cm, and it is available in several different colours.

Over all I love this pretty gift set - as a mum I would be very happy if someone bought me this, I find craft time is very therapeutic, and this little set is simple yet very pretty. 

The company has recently launched its latest magazines for Spring/Summer 2014. Magazines 172 and 173 provide a range of contemporary and inspirational patterns and designs for infants and women, so you’re mum can create gorgeous pieces of clothing that will turn her friends green with envy!

For more information and to see the other beautiful sets and ideas they have available you can simply pop over and visit there website www.bergeredefrance.co.uk