Celebrations
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Sponge discount code: save 20% on cakes delivered by post
I am a huge fan of letterbox anything – that is to say anything that can be delivered through the letterbox, meaning that you don’t have to open the door to a delivery driver or risk not being in to receive the parcel. In the past I have received letterbox cocktails, letterbox pick and mix, letterbox contact lenses and even letterbox flowers. Great news: letterbox cakes are now available and I have tried them and can vouch for the fact that they are moist and delicious! And what’s more, I have a Sponge discount code for you to use which makes it even better value. Save 20% off your first…
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Gifts for Beach Lovers
Who doesn’t love the beach? I’m not sure I’ve ever met anyone who can resist the allure of warm sand between their toes and the sound of the waves lapping the sand. There is something very soul soothing about being on the beach. Perhaps there is a particular beach lover in your life with a special occasion coming up? If so, I have compiled a list of gifts for beach lovers below – hope it is helpful! Personalised Beach Towel Buy here: US / UK I am a huge fan of anything personalised and would absolutely love to receive a beach towel with my name on it. There are lots…
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Whisky-related Valentine’s gifts that he’ll genuinely love
Whisky is a classic gift for Valentine’s Day, and there are many whisky-related gifts that your significant other is sure to love. It’s an age of gift that can be enjoyed over long periods of time, and will definitely be appreciated on Valentine’s day, a day that finds itself in the middle of winter. With that in mind, here are some ideas for whisky-related Valentine’s gifts that he’ll genuinely appreciate. A bottle of his favourite whisky If your partner is a whisky enthusiast, consider getting them a bottle of their favourite whisky. This could be a classic whisky from a well-known distillery, or a rare and limited-edition whisky that they’ve…
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How To Choose A Secret Santa Gift For Someone You Don’t Know
Secret Santa gifts are an excellent idea for large groups of friends. They prevent people from overspending and reduce the stress of buying for many people or even forgetting to buy for others. The idea is, everyone puts their name into a hat, and then everyone takes turns to pull out a name, and then they have to buy a Christmas gift for that person without revealing who they’ve got. This is now often done via email and apps too for ease and to avoid people from picking their names and having to choose again. Unfortunately, unless you know everyone well in a group, you may end up having to…
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7 Wedding Gift Ideas That Will Last a Lifetime
A wedding is a one-of-a-kind, once-in-a-lifetime moment that is surrounded by love and joy. It is, therefore, the perfect time to give special gifts to those you love. This post is about seven gifts that are worth the money to be purchased, even if it is only once. These are practical gifts that can be used anywhere and anytime. They have a lasting life span and should not be easily broken or spoiled. These gifts will remind the couple of your love for them on their wedding day, as well as every day after the wedding day. Picnic Hamper What a great way to celebrate the joining of two people…
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Budget-Friendly Ideas For Children’s Birthdays
In the current economic climate, your child’s birthday might be causing you a lot of stress if you are wondering you to afford it all. But a special day doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. Here are some tips to make a birthday memorable, without spending loads of money. Parties Don’t Have to Break the Bank While you might think that a birthday bash has to include hiring a venue, bouncy castles, food and more, this is not necessarily the case. Your kid will likely be content with anything just as long as they feel special and have the opportunity to play with friends. A good idea…
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6 Ways To Give Back To Your Wedding Guests
The whole point of inviting people to your wedding is to be able to share your love with the people that you love most. Weddings may be an expensive invitation from the perspective of the guests, as they may need new attire, transportation, lodging, and even the wedding present. It’s understandable that as the bride and groom, you want to show your guests how much you appreciate their presence, so here are some brilliant ideas about how to do just that on your wedding day. Keep the kids entertained Taking their children to a wedding is something that almost all parents dread. Children are easily bored, making it difficult to…
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Ultimate Wedding Budget Checklist
Wedding planning can be stressful. There’s so much to decide before the big day, and you’ve always got to keep one eye on your budget. This guide will help you keep track of exactly what should be on your wedding budget. All you need to decide is how much of your budget you should allocate to each item. The guide also includes some useful money-saving tips. Attire What you wear is important on your wedding day. From the perfect dresses to well-fitted suits, you want everything to be just right. Wedding dress shopping is definitely one of the more fun aspects of preparing to get married. Maybe you are looking…
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Five Ways to Save Money When Planning a Wedding
We all know that weddings don’t come cheap – experts estimate that the average wedding in the UK now costs between £18,000 and £32,000. Shocking, right? The great news is that there are so many ways to slash that cost, here are my top five tips: Buy as much as possible second hand I have always been a huge advocate of second hand shopping, and when it comes to weddings, I make exception. Rings are a great thing to buy second hand as new rings lose so much value immediately after purchase. In fact they probably depreciate even quicker than new cars, so you can get so much more for…
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Christmas Gift Ideas for 4 Year Olds with Etsy
All links in this post are affiliate links which mean I earn a small percentage of any sales made at no extra cost to you, the reader I have written lots of times in the past about my love for Etsy – in fact, I even have my own shop there. More and more I am making a real effort to shop small. I know myself the thrill whenever someone places an order with me, and I love the idea of giving someone else that thrill too. My daughter is now 4 and I am am trying to move away from buying everything from Amazon. So here are a few…