Christmas gifts

Have Yourself A Merry Etsy Christmas

December 4, 2019 by Anne Sweet 3 Comments

Do you buy Etsy gifts? I love the site for finding unusual gifts that you can’t get anywhere else. It’s also lovely to be able to support small businesses, people who work so hard to make things to sell.

I’m still hoping to open a shop myself, but I’m way behind in making stuff to actually open up so it really gives me an impression on how hard these sellers work.

Last Christmas I wrote a post on some lovely gift ideas I found from Etsy, so I though I’d do the same again this year. I hope you find something you like, the links will be affiliate links which won’t cost you anything extra but may earn me a little money, so thank you and Merry Christmas.

Crystals

Boo, is crystal crazy. She loves all stones and was so excited when she realised that I had a stash myself. I used to buy crystals many years ago as they always made me feel good. Here are some crystal gifts I’ve found on Etsy.

Healing Crystals and Stones Gift Set

This is an unusual etsy gift but it’s perfect for anyone who likes to use crystals for healing purposes.

box of healing crystals and stones. — Healing crystals from Auaramore £22.50

Rose Crystal Planter

I love this unusual gift planter, it’s really eye catching.

Rose Crystal Bracelet

If you prefer to wear your crystals you can’t beat a beautiful bracelet like this rose quartz one.

Crafty Etsy Gifts

Etsy is all about crafts, but maybe you know someone who likes to craft. You can also buy gifts that would please anyone with a crafting hobby. Here is a few unusual gifts I’ve picked.

Stitch Markers

Anyone who crochets or knits always needs lots of stitch markers, and these days you can get such beautiful ones. I love collecting them as much as using them. so this has to be my first choice.

Embroidery kit

I adore this little embroidery kit, but if it’s not to your liking do click through to the shop as the owner has so many gorgeous patterns.

bee embroidery — Bee Embroidery kit £9.95

Sewing kit for kids

Kids like crafting too, and this little bag contains some cute sewing projects for children aged 8 and over.

sewing bag with contents for children — Sewing Kit for kids £9.25

Cheap and Wonderful Etsy Gifts

Do you need stocking fillers or maybe a Secret Santa gift? Here is a little selection of the gifts available from Etsy. Do visit the site for much more.

Wish Bracelet

There are loads of wish bracelets to choose from on Etsy. My eye was caught by this cute rabbit one.

Shampoo Bar

This will not offend anyone, it’s eco friendly, vegan and useful. And it sounds like it will smell delightful. oops! I just put one in my basket.

Gamer Socks

Got a gamer in the house, who hasn’t these days? These are for Fortnite fans but I’m sure you can find others.

Emergency Gin Keyring

Perfect little gift for a gin lover, I love how you can choose to have it sealed and filled with a glue like substance, or left open so you can actually fill it with your own gin, you know, just in case of an emergency …many more keyrings are available and they make lovely presents.

I hope you have enjoyed my little guide. What do you love about Etsy?

Did you know that Etsy have their own gift guide?

Christmas Gifts from Vonshef

November 22, 2019 by Anne Sweet 5 Comments

I have just become an affiliate for the Vonshef website so if you click any of my links and go ahead and buy something, then I may earn some commission. The good news is, it won’t cost you any extra. Thanks for your support.

I’m writing this post because until I got the e-mail I didn’t even know that Vonshef existed and as a lover of kitchen gadgets and such I was instantly enamoured with the site. I hope you will be too and enjoy a few examples that I am sharing with you.

Gifts for Gin Lovers from Vonshef

Gin is really big at the moment and what could be better than a gin related gift. Here are a few I can suggest, check out the Vonshef site for more.

Glass Gin Decanter and 2 Balloon Glasses

Comes packaged in a beautiful gift box. £15.99 (currently on offer)

Gin Infuser Set

Make your own blends and flavours with this infuser set, also gift boxed. £12.99

Gifts for Cheese Lovers

Now I’m a huge cheese lover and I’d be more than happy with these gifts for Christmas.

This bamboo wood cheese board with a hidden knife compartment is perfect for cheese tasting. It costs £16.99.

Swiss Fondue Set

Who wouldn’t love a Swiss Style Fondue set and when you don’t fancy melted cheese, how about chocolate instead? £27.99

Coffee Lovers Gifts

8 cup Copper Cafetiere/French press

I have a cafetiere already but it’s not as nice or as big as this. I think I paid about the same price for it too. £12.99 for an 8 cup cafetiere with a lovely copper decoration and of course, a beautiful gift box.

Black Milk Frother

No, it’s not for black milk! This frother heats up your milk and froths it, perfect for cappuccinos, macchiatos, lattes and more. £29.99

More Gifts Under £20 From Vonshef

Belgian Waffle Maker

We love our waffle maker and the Little Man is always coming up with new recipes to try. This is a dual one and only costs £12.99

Brushed gold Stemless Glasses

These glasses are unusual and beautiful and would make a perfect gift for only £9.99 for 2.

Wine Bottle Accessory Kit

This handy accessory kit, complete with corkscrew, bottle stop, aerating wine pourer, wine drip collar ring and carrying case comes in a black faux leather case. £8.99

This is just a small look at some of the lovely things you can buy at Vonshef, I hope you like the site as much as I do.

Christmas Shopping with a Difference at Etsy

November 22, 2018 by Anne Sweet 2 Comments

Have you ever had a difficult gift to buy, someone that you want to treat with something special but just can’t find that special thing? Then you may want to consider the Etsy market place. If it’s handcrafted, vintage, custom or unique it’s on Etsy.

I’ve put together my gift list of some of the special things you can find on Etsy. There is so much to choose from though, if you don’t like anything I’ve put you can always go and look for something else.

Slime

The slime stores are my go to places. It’s where my girls go to spend their pocket money. Forget about those pots of gooey snot like slime you can buy in the shops, on Etsy you can get some incredibly beautiful and long lasting slime. It’s all made to order and there is so much to choose from. Here’s a few from our favourite seller SlimeMarshmallowsUK

My girls will be getting these in their Christmas stockings.

a pot of light brown coloured slime with gold sprinkles from Etsy — Egg Nog Scented Christmas Butter Slime

Egg Nog Scented Christmas Butter Slime is an eggnog scented layered slime, with thick slime at the bottom, butter slime in the middle and a layer of clay on top! Mixing them all together is very satisfying! From £6.

blue and white slime with sparkly snow flakes and stars from etsy — Shimmering Snowflake Slime – Scented

Shimmering Snowflake is a tri toned cloud slime consisting of dark blue, light blue and white! Its topped with snowflake fimo slices and iridescent star glitters! From £6

Jewellery

When it comes to jewellery, Etsy is your place. There is so much to choose from but don’t worry, it’s all easy to find. Just check the categories for what you want and narrow your searches. You’ll soon pick up something that’s perfect.

I’m going to show you a couple of items that I’d love to receive myself.

a beautiful heart shape necklace with lapis lazuli from etsy — Lapis Lazuli Heart Necklace

A Beautiful Lapis Lazuli Pendant

Individually Handcrafted using a water clear resin with lapis lazuli, aluminium and golden metallic glitter. £40

When I saw this pendant I fell in love instantly. I really love lapiz lazuli, but this is really unique.

a green stone bracelet with a turtle charm. from etsy — Sea Turtle Bracelet

The Sea Turtle bracelet is hand made in England. It features Grade-A Green Aventurine and Howlite gemstone beads, measuring 8mm diameter and threaded on to high-quality stretch cord. The Sea Turtle is Peruvian ceramic and hand painted, measuring approximately 13mm

I love bracelets, I love semi-precious stones and I love turtles. This is one example of how you can find something perfect for someone on Etsy.

Musical Gifts

Have you ever given anyone a mix tape? Are they a thing of the past now, do people still share their favourite music. Maybe it’s done on a USB now? Well, I’m old fashioned so this retro mix tape really caught my eye. It’s an actual cassette with a USB stick.

A cassette mix tape with a USB stick from etsy — Mix Tape USB stick

UNIQUE and ORIGINAL gift: This is an authentic USB Mixtape using a REAL TAPE CASSETTE. £15.99

Our retro AUTHENTIC Mix tape is the real deal – manufactured in the UK so premium quality is assured – Exactly the premium quality and original retro design that you would wish to give a loved one as a special gift.

a guitar key ring from etsy — Guitar Key Ring

Abalone Guitar keychain

Guitar keyring, finished with iridescent shimmers of Abalone Seashell. £12.60.

The perfect little gift for a guitar player

Christmas Decor

While you are shopping for your presents, why not take a look at the Christmas decorations on offer at Etsy.

Personalised Wooden Name Family Christmas Tree £8.09

Set of Superhero minifigure Christmas Baubles £4.99+

Personalised Christmas Stockings £10.42

Felt Christmas Tree Decorations £4.50+

A collage of Christmas decorations from etsy

Have you considered buying your Christmas gifts from Etsy?

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My Choice of Christmas Gifts from eChemist

December 11, 2017 by Anne Sweet 3 Comments

Being disabled I do a lot of my Christmas shopping online. It’s convenient, less hassle and much more relaxing. In the past I’ve been the kind of person that loves the Christmas crowds in the shops, walking my feet off around all the different stores, soaking up the Christmas atmosphere and searching for those perfect gifts. Sadly, I am unable to cope with that anymore, trust me, wheelchairs and frenzied crowds don’t mix.

So, apart from a couple of visits to the less crowded, huge stores, most of my shopping has been done online. I even have a delivery slot booked for my Christmas food delivery.

So, it’s less than two weeks now until the Big Day, and hopefully most shopping has been done and dusted, but there are always those few little extras you need or gifts you may have forgotten. Online shopping is great for this, especially with most places offering delivery right up a day or so before Christmas.

I’ve been shopping online at eChemist and I wanted to share a few little things I managed to pick up.

For the Sister-in-Law

Everyone likes a nice smelling home and Yankee Candles are a big favourite. I think my sister-in-law would love these gorgeous smelling Christmas votive candles that come with a pretty holder.

Yankee Candle set £14.99

For The Brother-in-Law

You can’t go wrong with some toiletries. The blokes might complain that that’s all they get for Christmas, along with their socks…but lets be honest…they do get good use out of them.

So, I’ve chosen this toiletry set from L’Oreal

L’Oreal Paris Men Expert Total Clean Carbon Power Gift Set currently on offer for £3.99

Secret Santa

I love Secret Santas and try to take part in at least one every year. I love the challenge of finding a gift for someone in secret. This year I believe that this lovely gift set from Burt’s Bees will be a real treat.

Essential Burt’s Bees kit £12.99

Stocking Filler

If you are anything like me you are always trying to find little stocking fillers for the family. My kids love the little gifts they get in their stockings and it’s nice to find something that fits.

I love this little bead set and it’s just the right size for a stocking and both my girls would love it.

Wooden Bead Set £4.49

Do pop on over to eChemist and see what they have to offer. They also sell all the usual chemist supplies so you can stock up on those too while there. Don’t forget your Cashback too. Top Cashback offers 5.25% cashback on all purchases from eChemist and it’s free to join.