Gift guides
It can be hard to think of Christmas, birthday and other-day presents that will be truly appreciated. Here are some ideas
Christmas gift ideas for retired and older family and friends 2025
Every year we put together a list of ideas for Christmas presents for the older members of our families. We’ve been doing this for so long that I have moved up an age group from middle-aged child and parent to matriarch. This history has given me some insight I think into what people like to […]
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Advent calendars for older family in the UK
For those who celebrate Christmas, the run-up to the season has become another opportunity to shop and give – in this case in the form of advent calendars. I remember as a child we had the simplest of calendars. Just paper-based with a festive image behind every door. By the time I had children, Cadburys […]
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How to Commission Artwork: A Step-by-Step Guide for Custom Creations
Collaborative Post Commissioning artwork is a unique way to bring personal ideas to life through an artist’s talent. It involves working closely with an artist to produce a special piece based on your vision, making it deeply personal and meaningful. This process allows you to own a one-of-a-kind artwork and engage with an artist’s creative […]
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Gifts for older family and friends 2024
Here’s our annual round-up of ideas for festive gifts for our older family and friends. We try to find slightly different Christmas gifts to suit the wide range of people this covers, from the active newly retired to the more senior and less mobile. While we suggest over 60s, our Christmas gift list could suit […]
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Here’s a List of the Perfect Gifts for Your Grandchildren
Collaborative Post There’s nothing quite like the joy of having grandchildren. Their boundless energy, curiosity, and affection bring a special kind of happiness to life. Grandparents often feel a deep bond with their grandchildren, creating cherished memories through play, conversation, and simply spending time together. Watching them grow and develop is one of the most […]
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Father’s Day gifts for senior dads 2024
It’s that time again in the UK, when we scratch our heads and wonder what on earth we can give dad for Father’s Day that would both show our appreciation and actually be appreciated. Dads can be difficult for presents, especially older dads who may already have all they think they want. If that’s your […]
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Thoughts on celebrating Mother’s Day
We’re coming up to Mother’s Day in the UK, and it will be followed by celebrations of mothers around the world. As ever, there’s a flurry of searches on Mother’s Day gifts. This year I’d like to take a step back and think about why we celebrate Mother’s Day, because the why can inform the […]
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Christmas gift ideas for seniors 2023
Here we are with our festive gift list for parents, grandparents and senior friends in 2023. Where did that year go? This year we’re sharing our focus between helping out in a cost of living crisis and still choosing presents for Christmas and other occasions to make life happier. Whether you’re buying for parents, grandparents […]
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Gifts for helping with memory loss
Collaborative Post As our loved ones get older, one of the most common things to happen is them getting issues with memory. Sometimes it is just minor things like forgetting a word for a moment or forgetting what they were doing over time that can become more difficult – and something that needs to be […]
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The ultimate list of presents for dad
Collaborative Post Whether it’s Christmas, birthday or Father’s day, finding presents for dad can be tricky, below are some ideas to help, arranged into hobby categories. For the book lover dad: Personalised Bookmark: Get a personalised bookmark made specifically for your dad. You can have his name, special message, a favourite quote or even a […]
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