Get Your Your Toy Bargains at PoundToy

Toys. All kids like them and all kids want them. Whether you are them for your own children or looking at buying presents for others, it can sometimes be hard to find toys to fit your budget. And that's where PoundToy can help.

PoundToy may not have been a site you've heard of so you may be surprised to read that it is actually one of the UK's leading online locations to purchase high quality, branded character toys and games.

This site was created in 2014 and it is a family operated business. Their main focus is to deliver safe, affordable and quality products which are responsibly sourced and complement childhood through fun, learning and exploration.

Stocking Up For Christmas with Wicked Uncle

As we near the second half of November, you can't deny that Christmas is coming. Now if you're like me, you'll already have most things bought and be rather organised for the occasion but I know I'm in the minority there. So if you the opposite and you've barely started and you are in need of some inspiration, I'm here to help, or rather Wicked Uncle is.

I was lucky enough to work with Wicked Uncle a couple of years ago and since then this is a company who have gone from strength to strength.They stock a wide range of toys that would be suitable for any occasion such including the all important Christmas. 

On their site you'll find everything is divided up into age and gender but they also make sure that you can search by interest too because we all know that girls and boys can play with whatever they like. And with new products added on a weekly basis in the run up to Christmas, there is something for everyone to be discovered.

Next Gift Destination Stop Great Gizmos

About five years ago now I was lucky enough to experience first hand what a company called Great Gizmos had to offer. Back then the majority of their stock was toys but as the years have gone by they've spent time re-branding and now they want you to make their shop your one stop destination for all toys and gifts no matter your age!

With so much to choose from including a range of soft toys, arts and crafts, educational and outdoor toys and an abundance of varying gifts, there is literally something for everyone to choose from whether you are male or female 1 or 91.

My girls were lucky enough to be sent a selection of gifts to try out and now I'm able to show you just what they received and what they thought of them.

First up ...

Glitza

These went down a storm with my daughters. With different sized sets priced from £15.40 up to £28.60, what you get is a variety of coloured glitters and designs which can be used either as body tattoos or as decorations for different household items and clothing.

Fun and Inspiring End of School Year Gifts Ideas

As we make our way towards the end of the school year I find myself feeling a mixture of emotions. On the one hand I am almost breathing a sigh of relief because juggling work life, home life and school life can be hectic (parents will know what I'm talking about!) but I'm also left with a sort of sadness because it's another year of my children growing up that has simply flown by. Another years worth of memories made and I want desperately to remember it all and I know others do too. 

And it isn't just the mums and dads that want to look back on these days gone by, it's other family members, teachers and even the kids themselves as well. Lucky for all of you, I've teamed up with Snapfish to share with you some budget-friendly, easy ideas for personalised gifts that can hopefully capture these memories or perhaps an item that will allow you to remember a certain day or a specific pupil. Each one making a perfect keepsake that although simple will look more high end. 

So lets start with the teachers because lets be honest, they work hard all year and they love our children just as much as we do and deserve nothing less than a big thank you for all their efforts throughout the year. I mean I applaud my children's teachers, especially putting up with my five year old because boy has she got .... character. And what better way to thank these adults who inspire than with a gift that's unique to them.

Pretty Gifted Personalised Wrapping Paper Review

I've said it before and I'll say it again, I am a sucker for all things personalised and that even includes the wrapping paper and that's just what Pretty Gifted have delivered to me this week, personalised gift wrap!

"Make what's on the outside as individual as what's on the inside."

Pretty Gifted are a company that are experienced in paper and printing and what they aim to give to you is quality wrapping using the finest papers and metallic foil finishes. And not only that, they want to make this bespoke wrapping paper completely affordable.

Prestige Hampers Helping to Celebrate Christmas

For me Christmas is all about eating, drinking and being merry so what better gift to receive than a hamper filled with luxurious food and beverages. Now if you have the time you could of course put together a personalised hamper but if you are like me and always feel like there aren't enough hours in the day then you'll want to check out Prestige Hampers. 

Stocking an amazing range of hampers even including ones for your pets, Prestige Hampers aim to provide you with only the finest products, this is something I can indeed confirm as they kindly sent me one of their Christmas hampers so that I could personally show you just what you can expect when ordering from them.

My Mother's Day Wish List

Mother's Day, it comes around every year and it is a day where mothers should all be celebrated, the mums to be, the mums already bossing it and the mums who sadly are no longer with us. It is a day to celebrate those maternal bonds and the influence mothers have on society.

Now every year I look forward to handmade cards and gifts from my children, I keep each and every one as they are things to cherish forever however this doesn't stop me from wanting things that kids definitely can't afford to buy me.

Here's a small wish list of items that could maybe give some inspiration to those out there wondering what gifts to buy their mums.

Now I had the pleasure of receiving a delivery of flowers from Beards & Daisies at Christmas, I was that impressed that I ordered more flowers for my Nana on her birthday. So I wouldn't mind a bunch of their pink champagne Mother's day flowers delivered to my door.

I've seen a lot of people talking about the idea of hygge, that well known art of creating intimacy, making a comfortable environment. I love the feelings that this can envoke so I'd like to opportunity to make my home just that little more cosy. The bedroom seems like a good place to start and I think I can do this with a little help from Cable & Cotton, I've already been fiddling with colour schemes.

Personalised Gifts to Keep Family Close Even When Far Away

With Christmas fast approaching it is not only a time to think about what gifts to buy but to think about family, especially those of whom perhaps don't live near enough to see on a regular basis. I personally have grandparents that I don't get to see as often as I'd like and I think personalised gifts are a great way to give them a sense of having family nearby even if in reality they are further away than you'd like.

Scooter Tips and Tricks Guide

When I was a kid I'll admit I loved the idea of having bikes, scooters and roller skates. But in reality when my parents actually got around to buying them for me, I wasn't so enthusiastic about using them.

Half of that was to do with my low levels of confidence, I wasn't brave enough to just get on and do it, falling off over the handle bars of my bicycle really didn't help matters.

It was more embarassing that my younger brother could ride around on his scooter and perform simple tricks with ease whilst I continued to wobble along on my wheels, definitely not my forte.

Since having kids I think I've gained a certain amount of gusto, I'm happier to make a fool of myself, showing my children that it is ok to fall down, it is the getting back up that counts.

Halfords have created this guide below showing some brilliant tips and tricks, showcasing just how simple it can be when you know how, as well as helpful information on how to stay safe when using your scooter.

Great Birthday Gifts from Toxicfox

Birthdays, there is always so many of them, each month another family member to buy for. August is the mother in laws turn. Something I've mentioned frequently is that I love buying personalised birthday gifts, I find them to be more meaningful and this is definitely something you can find at Toxicfox.

From funny, unusual to the downright funny, there is something to suit everyone. The kids nan loves photos, her walls and tables are covered in canvases and framed photos so when I was asked to choose something from their site I opted for the Typography Of Love, specifically My Family Photo with Matt Frame.

Last Minute Pun-Tastic Teacher Gift Ideas

Ok so going by my social media time lines there are an awful lot of you already enjoying your Summer holidays. However if you are like me, my children still have a full week left at school, boooo I hear you cry. This also means that gifts to teachers are yet to be given so I'm sharing with you three pun-tastic teacher gift ideas which are simple to make but I feel the homemade element gives them a special touch.

All Dads Can Be #TruprintDads

Father's day is getting closer and I already shared with you guys my gift guide for all the different dads out there but I saved my best ideas for last and they all have to do with Truprint.

I'm a huge sucker for a personalised gift and what better way to personalise something than with photos of loved ones. And this is something that Truprint can help with as not only do they print high quality photos, they also produce gifts such as magnets, calendars, mugs and puzzles.

The only problem is deciding just what to ordered. I opted for a few different items which are pictured below :

Fridge magnets costing £2.99 each

Alternative Easter Gifts From Great Gizmos

The Easter bunny will be coming soon but these days he doesn't just bring chocolate with him, oh no because I think there are only so many Easter eggs our children need to be consuming. Great Gizmos recently sent me a lovely package which included some great alternative gifts for Easter, perfect all ages of children.

Getting Personal Review

February is fast approaching and with it comes Valentine's day. This is a day that I have come not to expect anything from Daddy Hazelden, not the most romantic person and he certainly isn't good with dates. However I always like to buy him a little something to let him know that even after another year of listening to him snore, I really do still love him loads. The trouble I have is what to buy the fussiest person who seems to have everything already?? This is where Getting Personal kindly stepped in to help.

Getting Personal is a company that was created in 2005, starting by selling personalised calendars. Over the years they have extended their range and they continue to stock unique and personal gifts that you just can't find on the high street.

I had a good look through their Valentine's range, the choice was immense, from personalised mix tapes, to posters, jewellery and even naming a star. I decided the best way to my man's heart was through his stomach ;)

My packages arrived quickly and well packaged. Inside the parcels were a personalised bottle of wine, a chocolate pizza and a Valentine's kit for making my own Valentine's cards.

Christmas Gifts

Ok you can't deny it any longer, Christmas is coming, so it might be an idea to start the present shopping.

This is something that I almost dread every year because the cost of buying Christmas Gifts is always on the rise and the list of people that I need to buy for is forever increasing!!

So this year I was trying to think of items that I could maybe make myself, this way I could maybe make it less expensive and lets be honest, the personal touch is always better, well in my opinion it is.

For alot of people I tend to buy some sort of sweet or chocolate, normally a variety of selection box, so I thought why not make my own sweetie jars.

I managed to find a bargain on Ebay, 25 sweetie jars for just £17.

I then got myself down poundland and spent £8 on an assortment of different sweets, including the all important flying saucers and sherbert sticks.

Then came the task of filling up 25 jars with lots of sweeties, I tried to make sure that all jars had roughly the same amount in.

All that was left to do was tie some ribbon around each jar and pop a bow on them, this I had left over from last years presents so didn't cost me a penny.

So there we have it I spent the grand total of £25 which might seem like alot but when you break it down there are 25 jars so that has cost me £1 per jar, now to try and not eat all the sweets whilst I wait for Christmas to get here :)

xxxx