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Seeded Gifts and Cards from Big Tree Little Tree

erica — Mon, 14 May 2012 08:00:53 +0000

Big Tree Little Tree sell an innovative selection of cards and gifts. Their collection of cards and bookmarks all come with seeded shape attachments, once your intended recipient has finished with their card or gift, they can then remove the seeded shape from the front of their card or bookmark, plant it in a pot and watch it grow.

This Grow Me A Flower Card comes in four different, traditional, flower varieties: poppy, daisy, violet and forget-me-not. Each card contains an appropriately seeded shape that can then be planted to get some plantsof that type of your own. Each card is priced at £3.60.

If vegetables or fruits are more suitable for the occasion or the recipient than flowers, then these recipe cards may be just the thing. Each card offers a seeded shape and a delicious sounding recipe using the vegetable concerned. You can choose from: cheesy courgette tart, honey roast beets, strawberry fool and tomato cream crunch. They’re priced at £3.99 each.

Find your gifts not on the high street; but on NotOnTheHighStreet!

Will — Fri, 11 May 2012 15:43:23 +0000

NotOnTheHighStreet is quite self-explanatory. It offers a massive collection of gifts that you wouldn’t find on the high street!

A 2007 start up by a British woman, the website has won a great variety of awards from various industry watchers. The website is jam packed with ideas for him, for her, for weddings, home and babies. It offers a unique range that you wouldn’t find anywhere else. For a bit of inspiration, here’s a £5 tea towel note:

The perfect gift for any house-wife, messy husband or even messy child. The range is endless, and you can get ideas for all occasions. It also has the personalized section with a massive amount of personalized gear available – the list goes on.

The website has exploded on the blogosphere and entrepeneuring world for it has a competitive edge that many lack – originality.

If you’re ever stuck for ideas on a gift for someone, make sure to head over to NotOnTheHighStreet!

Organic Father’s Day Gift Ideas from Florascent

Jo — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:00:17 +0000

Are you wondering what to get your Dad this Father’s Day? Maybe the kids are stuck for ideas and don’t want to get the same old boring box of chocolates, or perhaps your Pa is into natural, organic, green living. Look no further because the new men’s Organic Eau de Toilette from Florascent is an ideal choice as a Father’s Day gift.

Their Aqua Colonia organic fragrances come in 5 different luxury scents, and one feature that we really like here at TGF are the gorgeous glass bottles and the rich, handsome packaging. All the fragrances in the collection are made from natural and organic ingredients and are free from harsh chemicals. Kind to the earth and gentle on the skin, just the perfect ethical gift for the eco-friendly man!

The collection contains:

Du Soleil - Mediterranean memories, a stroll along the shore, an incandescent summer’s day, light yet spicy and alluring with notes of wild tarragon, sage and rockwood.

Habanna - Cuban feel, classic elegance, a gentleman’s lounge, woody with a mellow finish, exquisite luxury, soft leather, with notes of pimento, cardamom and rosewood.

Patchouly - A nostalgic 1960’s vintage scent, individual, warm and comforting, manly, cosy wintery spice, a romantic evening, with notes of ginger, patchouli, fresh bergamot and sage.

Vetyver - Stylish and modern, an afternoon on the tennis court, cheeky and fruity, young of heart and mind, fresh and energetic, with notes of juicy grapefruit and geranium.

Santal - Think about extravagance, heady and rich, plush dark velvet, mysterious, intelligent, ambitious and successful, with notes of davana, sandalwood and jasmine.

For the younger members of the family on a budget, the Aqua Collection is the answer. Each gift set contains a selection of natural seductive fragrances from the Aqua Colonia range.

By the way, Father’s Day this year is on Sunday 17^th June.

Available from www.pravera.co.uk and at all good independent health and beauty stores nationwide.

- Aqua Colonia in Du Soleil, Habanna, Patchouly and Vetyver retail at £60 for 60ml.

- Aqua Colonia in Santal retails at £70 for 60ml.

- Aqua Collection set retails at £12 for 4 x 5ml.

Organic Monkey Relieving Organic Trio Gift Set

Brenda — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 11:00:30 +0000

If you have any newborns to buy gifts for then why not check out the, Organic Monkey’s “Relieve” organic baby skincare gift set, comprising of Cheeky Monkey teething rub, Belly Better tummy oil and Rock the Cradle oil for cradle cap.

Available to buy from The Organic Toy Company for £20.

Guest Post: top Eco-Friendly Baby Toys

Brenda — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 16:00:28 +0000

Buying toys for babies and small toddlers can be a difficult task, especially if you want to purchase eco-friendly items. Many toys are made from environmentally sustainable materials so it is possible to give an exciting gift that is organic with these top present ideas.

A renowned eco-friendly toy company is Ever Earth and they make fantastic traditional toys for all ages. Children can have hours of fun watching cars race down a track with the Ramp Racer; or enjoy themselves by pulling along a charming T-Rex by Ever Earth. Further toys from the company include a Heart Shaped Dolls House with accessories as well as an Amazon Multi Bead Frame which combines’ fun with learning about endangered species.

Another top ‘green’ present idea is the Stormy Seas Balance Game by Hape which is a balancing game for the whole family and is made from sustainable bamboo. The most ecological toy is one that has been recycled. If your child has grown up and no longer uses some toys, why not donate them to a family friend to reuse? This is much more efficient than throwing them away and you can watch another toddler gain as much fun as your own.

Wooden toys are more ecological than plastic ones if the trees have been grown in a sustainable way. There have been numerous researches about the dangers of plastic toys and the chemicals inside them so opt for toys that have an ethical resource. The best material which is biodegradable though is organic cotton.

A fun baby toy to give is puppets and these can be made simply using old socks. Give the socks a good wash and then decorate using bits and bobs from around the house like cotton wool, coloured pens, glitter and feathers.

This post was written by Jim from Born Gifted.

Guest Post: 4 Green Gift Ideas for a Baby Shower

Brenda — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 08:00:17 +0000

Buying a gift for a baby shower can be a challenge, especially if you want to go green. This article suggests four excellent eco-friendly green ideas to make mother and baby very happy indeed when your gift is unwrapped. Even if you don’t get one of the items mentioned below, you’ll soon have plenty of other ideas to help you plan the perfect gift.

1: buy onesies and baby blankets in organic cotton

Organic cotton is made so that it has a far lower impact on the environment around us than traditional cotton. It is also safer and better for baby, so you can be sure that the mom to be will be delighted to receive some onesies and baby blankets in this fabric.

2: personalized teddies

Just as you can buy organic cotton clothes, you can also buy teddy bears made from eco-friendly materials. Look out for personalized teddies that can be made with the name of the baby on them. You can also usually buy them in pink or blue, as well as a range of other pastel colors.

As an added bonus, a nicely personalized gift like this could well be kept for a lifetime, which makes it perhaps the greenest item on this list.

3: diaper bags made from recycled plastic bottles

You’d be amazed what recycled plastic bottles can be turned into! One such item is a diaper bag – something that all new mothers will want at least one of, and probably more. The exterior can be wiped clean so it is easy to maintain and you’ll know you are doing your bit for the environment as well.

4: buy a selection of board books for young children

This is a great option because they are easy to recycle if they are ever thrown away. However most people pass them on to other mothers for their own children, so one well loved board book can be around for many years.

Summary

So here are four great ideas to give as green gifts at a baby shower. But there are many more you can use as well if you focus on looking for green gifts that are kind to the environment.

Don’t forget there are some great items out there that are good for mother as well as baby. Think about eco-friendly hand creams and lotions for example, to help mom take good care of her hands!

Bio.

This guest post was brought to you by Ricky from ReadyTeddyGo Personalised soft toys.

Mother’s Day gifts from The Baoli

Brenda — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:00:19 +0000

The Mother’s Day Gift Guide from The Baoli Wellbeing Guide

Enjoy our selection of hand-picked health&wellbeing gifts for the Mother’s Day:

Flower Necklace Yume Martin Jewellery (£60)

Pretty flower necklace in small or large size to wear everyday or for special occasions.

Sleep Tight Wellness Duo from Sranrom (£24.51)

This gift set includes 1xSleep Tight Shower Gel (200ml) and 1xSleep Tight Body Cream (200g). Presented in a sophisticated cardboard gift box.

Warm-Hearted Soy Candle from Shannon Reed ($34)

A cozy blend of clary sage and ylang ylang. Earthy and warm with subtle floral notes to balance it out.

Jasmine Pearls Gift Set from Teapigs (£24.75)

Contains a very fine glass teapot with two of teapigs’ finest teas – jasmine pearls and everyday brew.

Genie Vase from Hipcycle ($27)

Let out the inner genie in you with this vase wrapped in upcycled paper. Add a fresh flower arrangement for a breath of fresh air in your home.

Amala Bespoke Facial at Content Spa (£75 for 80 mins)

A customised treatment to address your specific skin concerns by combining products from Amala’s Hydrate, Purify, and Rejuvenate collections

Recycled Champagne Clutch from Passchal ($225)

Perfect for the times when you only need your necessary essentials

Yummy Mummy Truffle Box from Montezuma’s (£11.99)

Includes Milk Chocolate Mango Caramel & White Chocolate StrawberryChampagneTruffles!

Gold Plated Bird Necklace from Oria Jewellery (£154)

This beautiful gold plated bird pendant is on a 46cm fine chain with a clasp.

For more inspirational ideas visit www.thebaoli.com

TGF Rated Review: The Bempton Hanging Feeder

Brenda — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:00:01 +0000

What Is It

The Bempton Hanging Feeder.

Who Is reviewing it

Me Claire, mum of 3 boys.

Set up

I love this bird feeder which is very attractive and looks lovely hanging on a tree in our garden, its made from fsc sourced timber and feature’s latticed woodwork with a real verdigris copper roof. This bird feeder has been designed especially for small birds and designed to prevent larger birds from stealing the food.

Any Negatives

None.

Price and availability

Available to buy from Find Me A Gift for £22.99.

Overall

It would make an ideal gift especially with mothers day approaching and I know that both my mother in law and granny in law would love it. The feeder also comes with great instructions on how to look after the table.

TGF Rating

5/5

Mothers Day – Find Me a Gift – Please!

Jo — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 11:00:13 +0000

What do you buy your lovely Mum on Mother’s Day? This year the special day to show your Mother that you are thinking about her is on the 18^th March. So not long to sort out exactly what you are going to get her. Don’t panic… there are lots of really unusual, eco-friendly and stylish gifts out there and TGF has just a few for you to select from.

The top TGF picks for Mother’s Day come from Find Me a Gift.com:

Tea Lovers Eco Cup

This gorgeous pretty blue and white china cup comes complete with a silicone lid and sleeve to keep your drink hot whilst making sure that your fingers stay cool. The Eco Cup also has a handy teapot-shaped tab to hold the string of your teabag whilst it steeps. If you care about the environment then this innovative mug is definitely for you. Stop landfill waste by handing over this Eco Cup when you next get a takeaway hot drink and help reduce the need for paper cups.

Funky Shopper Bags

A perfect gift for your stylish Mum, the Funky Shopper Bags have designer look handbags printed on the side. If your Mother is always losing her green but rather boring looking reusable shoppers, she certainly won’t lose one of these. Easy to store in her car, these bags are the ultimate novelty gift for shopaholics everywhere.

Grow Your Own Sweet Peas

Instead of the rather predictable bouquet of flowers, why not let your beloved Mother have a go at growing her own Sweet Peas? This fantastic Grow Your Own Sweet Peas kit contains a packet of sweet pea seeds, a coconut husk pot and compost disc and a wooden plant marker. Simply pop the disc into the pot and add water to see the compost expand. Next sow the seeds and place on a sunny window sill to grow! Once the seedlings are established they can be transferred into a larger pot or the vegetable patch.

Show your Mother that you love her with a gift that is just that little bit different from Find Me a Gift.com

Yours Necklace from Jes MaHarry

Brenda — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:00:32 +0000

We are loving the unique handmade jewellery from Jes MaHarry. I really love the Yours Necklace. It is so pretty and dainty and would look soooo good around my neck…hint hint to my hubby

The token of love symbolized thru the ages, Jes’s signature heart charm etched with “Always + Forever” on the reverse a sun with rays and love. Faceted pink quartz float from slightly oxidized sterling silver delicate chain. Lobster clasp and signature charm complete. Charm measures at widest point E-W 1 1/16” N-S 1/16”. Length: 18”.

Price is $580.