Tuesday, 17 November 2020

CHRISTMAS: Gift Guide for Grown Ups 2020

CHRISTMAS: Gift Guide for Grown Ups 2020
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Thinking of gift ideas for grown ups can be such a challenge, but when you find that present you know they'll love it is just the best feeling. Gift guides for grown ups are also a source of inspiration for yourself too; maybe you stumble across something that will make life easier, encourage self-care or bring you joy. This guide is filled with the treats and slightly bigger gifts for giving this year. I have also put together a Gift Guide for Grown Ups £20 and under that is filled with loads more ideas. Hopefully between both of these you'll be left full of ideas for your loved ones and are then able to tick off a few more people from your present buying list. 

Italy may be famous for its incredible pasta, but it doesn't mean we can't enjoy the craftmanship behind making fresh artisan pasta here in the United Kingdom. Pasta Evangelists make it their mission to bring the best pasta dishes straight to you, so that they can be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. The dishes are speedy to prepare, made with only the highest-quality seasonally sourced ingredients and come ready prepared. When you go onto the Pasta Evangelists website you are able to see the next three week's menus (each of which are different) and can order as little or as many pasta dishes as you desire. Due to the pasta being fresh they do recommend that you eat the dishes within one day of them being delivered, but they can also be frozen which is the perfect option for meal planning ahead of time. Some of the dishes you may find include: Mafalde with Beef Shin & Barolo Wine Ragu, Black Truffle & Pecorino Triangoli with Truffle Butter & Hazelnuts, Gnocchi with Cavolo Nero Pesto or Fresh Pea and Mint Triangoli with Wild Rocket Pesto to name a few. You can order a single or double portion of each dish and are provided with everything you need to cook up the dish in a matter of minutes. All of the pasta dishes we've tried from Pasta Evangelists have been seriously flavourful and are perfect for date night at home. 
Nordgreen's story begins back in 2017 when partners Pascar Sivam and Vasilij Brandt began to build a brand that focuses on sustainability while creating timeless, classic and stylish designer pieces. They worked alongside award-winning Chief Designer Jakob Wagner to create the most beautiful range of watches for all genders, ages and generations. There truly is a watch for everyone and best of all I have a 15% off discount code 'TEM'. Nordgreen is in fact a combination of two words - 'Nord' relating to the characteristics of their Nordic identity and 'Green' relates to their commitment to the environment. Sustainability and the environment really is at the heart of everything that Nordgreen does; they are carbon neutral by planting thousands of trees to offset carbon emissions, their packaging is a combination of FSC-certified cartons and made with up-cycled plastic bottles and they ensure responsible manufacturing of their pieces. All production facilities' environments and employees' rights are of the highest standard inline with the Danish Facilities abroad. They also run an incredible Giving Back Programme by partnering with three NGOs to date they have donated 23,200 months of drinkable clean water to the Central African Republic, 6,500 months of quality education to children in India and preserved 742,000 sqm of rainforest in Latin America! Alongside their long-term partnerships Nordgreen have also provided 9,950 meals through their Christmas Giving Back Campaign. Nordgreen don't just have all of these inspiring initiatives, they also design the most beautiful timeless watches. There are three key ranges for each men and women, all of which then have multiple colour, strap and size options to allow to create a watch that will suit either yourself or your loved one perfectly. The three key ranges for women are Infinity, Philosopher and Native; the men's main collections are Pioneer, Native and Philosopher. You can choose between a white or black clock face, silver, rose gold, gun metal or gold for the hardware, 40mm or 36mm for the watch face size and from nineteen different straps. This enables you to create a watch that is specific to your or your loved ones style. If you simply can't decide between the wide array of watch straps then you can pick a bundle with a couple of strap options in or because they are interchangeable you could always purchase a new watch strap at a later date as another gift. The options with Nordgreen watches really are endless, but the quality and ethics are never compromised. Don't forget that I also have a 15% off discount code 'TEM', if you wanted to order any of the stunning watches from the Nordgreen website.
Slip are perhaps best known for their anti-aging, anti sleep crease, anti bed head pure silk pillowcases, but they now have a beautiful range of sleep and hair accessories that compliment their original collection perfectly. As part of their Holiday Collection this year they have this Rose Gold Bauble, which is filled with four of their skinny scrunchies. Each one is made with slipsilk that is really gentle on your hair and is specifically designed to avoid hair creases. Inside the Bauble you'll find one black, one rose gold, one plum and one rose leopard slip skinny scrunchies, which are just the most luxurious hair accessory and a real treat for someone who loves to look after their hair, try different hair styles or simply works a mum bun on a daily basis (that's me!). 
If you love gardening or know someone that does then they have probably heard of the leading garden tools and agricultural brand Burgon & Ball. Their website is filled with everything anyone could ever need to either start gardening or maintain a beautiful garden/allotment. They offer timeless gardening tools, accessories and gifts that are made with premium steel (they've worked with steel since 1730, so know exactly how to get the most out of the material) and are built to last. Burgon & Ball have an impressive collection of long-handed tools, including this Border Spade - RHS Endorsed, which is slightly smaller than their Digging Spade making it ideal for digging in smaller spaces or tricky areas of your garden. It is also slightly lighter and shorter, yet has been tested to a breaking strain of 90kg (far above the British standard of 55kg). The stainless steel head provides rust resistance and clean movement through the soil, making even the most challenging areas manageable. Alongside quality tools every garden needs a watering can to keep the plants happy. This Waterfall Watering Can holds 5 litres and comes in British Racing Green, Stone or Slate. They are all made with sturdy galvanized steel with a tough powder coating to help keep them looking beautiful in your garden all year round. It is such a perfect size watering can for being able to water a large area of your garden, but also not be too heavy to carry when filled. You can also remove the screw-on rose head to create a more rapid flow of water if desired. 
As you get older experiences become such a special gift, as it gives you or the recipient the chance to try something different, be a thrill seeker, enjoy a night away or two, relax in a spa or simply take time out of daily life. Buyagift is the home of experience gifts, as well as now offering hampers and personalised gifts too. Choosing a short break gift experience may seem to be not the obvious choice during a pandemic, but personally I can't think of anything more perfect. We all need something to look forward to after the year it's been, so gifting a short break voucher will not only bring joy straight away but also be the gift that keeps on giving too. Luckily, buyagift have extended the length of a lot of their vouchers to 20 months and experiences like the Two Night Scrumptious Stay Experience Box are valid for 24 months. This Experience Box is the gift for someone who loves food, likes to discover new places or needs some well-deserved R&R. The Two Night Scrumptious Stay Experience Box is for two people to enjoy a two night break away with breakfast on both mornings and dinner on both evenings. There are 325 locations to choose from, so the lucky recipient/s can completely tailor it to where they'd like to visit, whether that me close by or far away. 
Taking the time to focus on relaxing, looking after ourselves and taking time out of our day to day life is far too often forgotten. We all need to stop and look after ourselves or our loved ones a little bit more because life is busy and we often don't prioritise our own wellbeing. If that sounds like you or someone you know then the Sanctuary Spa Beauty Sleep Journal Gift Set could be the perfect present for them. Inside the beautifully detailed book style tin you'll find a Sleep Mist 50ml, De-Stress Warming Body Balm 75ml, Beauty Sleep Recovery Mask 75ml and an Eye mask. These products feature a scientifically proven fragrance that help you to fall asleep quicker and for longer, which is just dreamy. Giving the gift of calm this Christmas is what is needed after the year we've all had. 
Becca and Jess started Mustard Made with their love for metal lockers; the stylish yet practical additions to any room in your home. There is a colour of locker to suit your interior vision, from soft sage green or blush pink to vibrant mustard yellow or deep navy. Mustard Made also have a whole host of different sized lockers from The Shorty, which works perfectly as a bedside table to The Skinny, which is a tall full length locker that fits in perfectly into small spaces. In the middle there are The Midi (seen below) and The Lowdown, which is a lower version of The Midi. Depending on the space available you can choose a locker to fit snuggly, providing that much needed storage whilst still looking stylish with a fun twist. In October Mustard Made launched their Sage Collection, which is honestly just the most beautiful soft green shade. All of the different size lockers are available in each of the colours enabling you to mix and match if you so desire. We have The Midi in our front reception room, which works perfectly as extra toy storage, for keeping books safe, hiding away the endless Play Doh boxes and keeping things with some level of organisation. Since lockdown a lot of people have been concentrating on making their home work for them, whilst still being cosy and welcoming, so whether this be a treat for yourself or clubbing together to treat a loved one I can guarantee that a Mustard Made locker will bring you an incredible amount of organisational joy!
Baukjen is an innovative and forward thinking brand that don't want to profit from fast fashion when it is the planet paying the price. They are constantly improving and working towards being even better, more sustainable and more ethical. They are a BCorp company that is committed to making positive change within the fashion industry, which is both inspiring and reassuring as a customer. Caring for the planet is at the forefront of their brand ethos with plastic-free 100% biodegradable packaging, carbon net-neutral and on their way to being carbon positive, use at least 90% responsibly sourced fabrics and fibres, are a zero waste and source ethically produced animal products while actively researching vegan alternatives. Baukjen have a beautiful range of dresses for every occasion, including the stunning Amaia Ecovero Dress featuring an indigo blue-based leopard print. This dress is so easy to wear, comfortable yet stylish and sophisticated at the same time. The midi length is such a flattering length making it perfect for both day and night. The Amaia Dress is also made from Ecovero jersey, which is soft, stretchy and it has pockets too, making this the dream dress for all occasion. The button down placket down to the waist is really useful if you're breastfeeding too because I know from experience quite how hard it can be to find suitable dresses. 
The beautifully soft Ecovero material is also available throughout a variety of different clothing pieces from Baukjen, including the Camila Ecovero Dress. This flattering Prairie dress shape has a new season floral print that compliments the changing colours of autumn/winter perfectly. The elasticated waistband creates a stunning silhouette, whilst the v-shaped neckline makes it another breastfeeding-friendly option. You can style this dress in a number of different ways with its tie neck detailing, which can be left open or tied up depending on your desired look. The full length sleeves make it ideal for the transitioning through the seasons and the fact it has pockets is such a bonus too. Baukjen's clothes are built to last and if you no longer want or need a Baukjen item then you can send it back to them for it to be recycled into new fabrics. 
Capturing a moment in a photograph is pretty special, but getting it transformed into a stunning bespoke illustration by a talented artist takes it to the next level. Lucy is not only such a lovely, friendly and talented lady, but she also creates thoughtful illustrations that make for the most special gift. All you need to do is choose your favourite photograph, send it over to Lucy and she will work her magic! A few of weeks later and you'll receive your completely bespoke illustration, which is ready to be framed or hung pride of place. The bespoke illustration slots Lucy has available are released at certain times, so if it isn't an option when you check her etsy page out then it is worth following @lucyclaireillustration on Instagram where you'll find out when the next release date is. 
Munchy Seeds are possibly the most moreish seeds you'll have; I'm not sure whether it's the perfect crunch, range of flavours from the more subtle to those that pack a punch or their complete versatility, but either way you need to try them. There is no better way to either introduce a loved one to the world of Munchy Seeds or perhaps yourself, than with their 20 Snack Pack Mix. Inside you'll find four 25g packs of the following flavours: Mega Omega, Salted Caramel, Sweet Chilli, Honey Roasted and Warm Cinnamon. The sweeter flavours are delicious in smoothies, on porridge, sprinkled over French toast etc, whilst the savoury flavours are tasty on top of avocado on toast, sprinkled on soup, in salads etc. 
I have a range of gift guides for this festive season, including Grown Ups £20 and Under and an Advent Calendar Guide for the Whole Family if you're in need of some more inspiration.

Have you started your Christmas shopping yet?

Feel free to leave a comment - I love reading every single one :)

Helen x
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15 comments

  1. ahhh some gorgeous things here!! I am dreaming about that hotel stay. Been ages since hubby and I went away. Same for us all I guess :-(

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  2. There are some great gift ideas here I would love the pasta kit I have been looking at it recently

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  3. Some really love ideas here. I love the look of the Beauty Sleep Journal Gift Set I would be very happy giving or receiving that.

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  4. What absolutely gorgeous gift ideas! I am not sure which I like most. The picture of you all is just so beautiful. What a lovely way to capture a moment forever x x

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  5. What some really lovely ideas for adults. I love Sanctuary Spa they do some great items and I am loving the hair bands.

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  6. I love your photos! Metal lockers are brilliant - I bought a red and navy set for my teens bedroom and he loves them!

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  7. Some beautiful ideas her for adults as I find they are the most difficult to get for! The Nordgreen watch looks stunning, perfect gift for my husband

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  8. Those dresses are absolutely gorgeous and would definitely make the perfect gift. I love the look of that watch too.

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  9. So many great suggestions here, you have given me lots of inspiration so thank you! I am a huge pasta fan so love the idea of the pasta meal box and I think the smart box is such a fab idea for those hard to buy people too!

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  10. There are some lovely ideas here for sure. For me it has to be the pasta evangelists subscription, as we have had those before and they are fab x

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  11. We've been swooning over SLIP for months and their silk hair turbans, so love the idea of the scrunchie baubles! Great gift guide!

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  12. I really love that midi storage cabinet. I would love that if that did it in grey or pale pink. I love the Munchy Seeds, I have them all the time on my porridge

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  13. These are such amazing gift ideas!I am loving that leather watch and beauty sleep journal set ��

    Thanks,
    Everything Enchanting

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  14. These are all such great ideas! We love Pasta Evangelists, they have such wonderful choices and all of the food tastes absolutely delicious.

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  15. Oh my word, these are such beautiful pictures and gift ideas! The dresses are gorgeous, as is the sleep journal!

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