10.05am on a Thursday morning and I'm chilling in bed. My new job is shift work and I'm never in before 11.30am which is a Godsend for such a non-morning person as myself. I am a chronic 'iPhone snoozer', normally leaving myself 15 minutes to get ready and alwayyys being in such a rush. I've got the 10 minute hair/face regime sorted though, may not be the best but it works for me; I don't think it would be possible for me to be one of those girls who takes hours to get ready, I just can't think of anything else that I should be doing hah! So, this morning I've been doing a bit of Christmas shopping and thought I'd share some of my favourite presents on the web at the minute; these aren't the usual socks and wine hampers, but I think they bring a more personal touch to the festive season.
For your best friends...Everyone remembers best friend necklaces right? It was always a playground dilemma of who you gave the other half of your necklace to, and I'm sure many kids were disappointed (me included) when you realised you weren't someones 'best' friend. Wellll, here's the solution; this is one of my favourite Etsy shops around at the minute and this 'Wolfpack Forever' three-way bracelet would be perfect for me and my two besties! Have a look around their shop though, there is something for everyone - Batman and Robin fanatics, couples and even 6-way friendships!
The Lionel Richie fan/Quirky kitchen...Words cannot describe how in love I am with the next two products. I think they are genius and I need them. They would look fantastic in any kitchen and I think they're the perfect piece for a dinner party as they're a great talking point! The Lenny Mud Etsy shop is amazing, however they can't deliver in time for this Christmas so keep this one in mind for birthdays!
The secret Jedi...Ever since doing a uni assignment with two Star Wars fanatics, I am forever on the lookout for some intergalactic inspired gifts. Incidentally I found this one when searching for a Starbucks top and think it would be such a good gift for any guy/girl who loves Star Wars as much as my two Jed's. Find it here, so reasonably priced as well if you're doing Christmas on a budget!
For the thinker (who appreciates amazing photography)...After seeing Emma Kenny's 'Thought of the Day' photography series, I pretty much fell in love, as has anyone else I've shown it to. She runs a fantastic Folksy shop (here) where you can purchase any of her prints in 6X4, 5X7, A3, A4 and A5 size, for an amazing price. I've purchased one of these today which I'm going to put in a bright frame and send to a friend. The beauty in her prints is that the 'thoughts' are ones which we may not have ever seen or heard before, but they really get you thinking. I love things like this so I'm going to have to make some room on my walls and invest in a few for myself!
The Baker...I was looking for one of these to make a Movember celebration cake for work colleagues, alas I have found it a week to late. But who said we can't continue this moustache frenzy into the New Year. Avid bakers seem to have every shape and size of cookie cutters, but I doubt they have this one just yet...
The perfect housewife...To me the signs of a perfect home are freshly baked goods and florals, in particular Cath Kidston, and lots of it. Personally, I would just love someone to make me a Cath Kidston hamper; they have some lovely and (as always), beautiful gifts like this flour shaker flour shaker from their 'Chicken' range at John Lewis. To whoever decides to make me this hamper, please also include this plate set and this cake stand (all seen below). Thank youuuu :)
Now, to start my fifteen minute morning routine before a long day at work. I still have a few more bits and pieces to buy so who knows what else I'll find while trawling the Internet. Have you found any 'different' gifts this year? There are some amazing homemade shops out there at the minute, pass on any links you might have!
Laura xx
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