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    I am so pleased that I’ve discovered the fabulous Beach House Art! They've got lots of gift ideas for both adding some colour to the home or at work, or somewhere where you want people to get a connection to the sea and coasts!

    They have a real passion for the coast, the sea, nature and outdoor life.  And it shows in their prints and photographic gifts which are both high quality and affordable.  I think they are great fun, they are lively and full of energy and passion and vibrant in colour.  Mind you, the black and white ones are amazing, too, such as this one, the Three Surfboards on the beach Photography print. 

    I love their simpleness in their designs such as this one with the lobster – so striking;  it really draws the eye.

     I just love the colours in this picture, the Ethereal Coast Painting from Beach House Art
    I just adore the colours in this picture,
    the Ethereal Coast Painting from Beach House Art.
    I really get the sense of power from the sea and the natural world.

    To show the depth of their passion, they’ve got prints and photos you wouldn’t normally think of having, such as red seaweed prints and watercolour seaweed paintings which really bring the sea into a room!    There’s coral art, too.

    This is the Indigo Seaweed Print from Beach House Art - just beautiful!

    This is the Indigo Seaweed Print from Beach House Art - just beautiful!

    Their beach photography shows many aspects of beach life and sea life which immediately connect you to the coast.  Some of the photos and prints pick up on different aspects of sea life, zooming in on items such as ropes and tackle, sails, a lifeguard hut, and palm trees. 

    There’s sailing wall art, too, two of which have quotes such as “A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor” and “We can’t direct the wind but we can adjust our sails. 

    They come framed or unframed – if the latter, they come in a roll.  And there are different sizes to choose from, too.

    The prints and photos also understand the connection many of us have with the sea and sealife, such as this one, with the quote, Gulls just wanna have chips.   Gulls just love to swoop in on human food and you can imagine them flying down to grab some chips. 

     This is a fun print from Beach House Art, and it's full of colour!
    This is a fun print from Beach House Art, and it's full of colour!

    There are print sets, too, of two or three pictures, making for a very striking display. 

    Their prints and photo prints make for great gifts for anyone who feels a connection  the sea – it brings it into the home.   You can almost smell the salty fresh air!

    Sail away to Beach House Art to take a look for yourself!

     

  2. Into the Blue list a wide range of gift experiences around the country, catering for all sorts of budgets.  And they cover a wide range of gifts and interests, with everything from flight simulators to water sports, days out to afternoon teas, short breaks to animal experiences.  They also have an incredible range of creative and craft gifts and outdoor gifts to choose from too. 

    SPECIAL OFFER!!

    What's more, they've got a fabulous 15% off for you!  It covers all experiences up to £250.00 - there's no minimum spend, although some products are excluded from this offer.  Just use the code...

    ITB15FORME

    Sniff out a great gift experience at Into the Blue!

    You could give a dog lover
    a Sheepdog experience in Yorkshire!

    How about a Swinton Estate Lunch & Garden Tour?
    How about a Swinton Estate Lunch & Garden Tour (Ripon, Yorkshire)?
    Enjoy talks, garden walks & lunch at Swinton Park
    See other Gardening Workshops and Floristry courses here

    There are a number of Rural Craft experiences including this Traditional Basket Weaving Course in Surrey
    There are a number of Rural Craft experiences
    including this Traditional Basket Weaving Course in Surrey

     Fly off to see the Falconry experiences
    Fly off to see the Falconry experiences -
    give them the chance to meet, handle and fly a bird of prey!

    Fly off to Into the Blue to see their full range of experiences! 
     
    Don't forget, the code ITB15FORME for 15% off experiences up to £250.00, although some products are excluded from this offer.

     

     

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    Gift experience company Virgin Experience Days have an offer for you !  

    They've got a wide range of experiences with a wide range of budgets to suit all ages!  Whether you're looking for a family day out, or a romantic break for couples, or the chance to do something you wouldn't ordinarily do perhaps, this is a chance to break from routine!

    With animal experiences, afternoon teas, arts and craft opportunities, adventurous days out, short breaks, food and drink, spa and beauty and more, there are lots of gift ideas, and plenty of fun to be had! 

    For garden lovers, there are garden experiences at Kew, the RHS, and gardens north, south, east and west!  

    There are animal experiences, featuring big cats, donkeys, horses, dogs, birds, bees, pigmy goats, Arctic wolves, capybaras, alpacas, llamas, meerkats... the list is endless! 

    If you want to have a go at something of an arts and crafts nature, you can - some experiences can even be done from home!   There's cooking, chocolate making, candle making, blacksmithing, Hobbycraft workshops, photography, pottery, glass blowing, create your own perfume, brush painting and more! 

     

    Visit Virgin Experience Days here!

     

    Head off to Virgin Experience Days here

     

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    Have you heard of Snoozimals™?   

    They are soft, plush toys, perfect for bedtime, naptime or snuggles on the sofa! 

    At the CalendarClub.co.uk, there's an offer on them - you can Buy 1, and Get 1 Half Price!  This offer is available until the 28th August 2025.  

    There are lots of Snoozimals™ to choose from at the CalendarClub and you can buy 1 and get 1 half price
    There are lots of Snoozimals™ to choose from at the CalendarClub
    and you can buy 1 and get 1 half price.


    You can choose from animals such as a red panda, a polar bear, a fox, a dinosaur, sloth, shark and unicorn.  There's also a panda, an elephant, a unicorn, and a dolphin.  A kitty and a hippo, a corgi, turtle and penguin are also in the range!

    Hop off here to the CalendarClub to see the Snoozimals™ from the CalendarClub. 

     



  5. For a great day out for garden lovers, you could treat them to a day at the RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2025 ( (Malvern, Worcestershire).  

    It takes place from the 8th to the 11th May 2025.

    There's a Festival of Houseplants, with indoor plant gardens.  More and more people are looking to bring nature indoors, and houseplants are a great way to do it!

    Delve into the Indoor Plant Gardens - bring nature indoors!
    Delve into the Indoor Plant Gardens - bring nature indoors!
    The Festival of Houseplants is hosting eight indoor gardens, 
    designed with different perspectives and purposes in mind. 
    Find out more here - there are tips from the designers.

     

    There's a Dog Day on the last day of the festival (Sunday 11th May).  Well-behaved dogs on short, fixed leads can enjoy the Festival with their owners on this last day but you need a ticket.  There are a limited number of ‘dog tickets’ you can book in advance.  (Assistance dogs don’t need a ticket.) 

    There’s lots of food and drink on offer around the showground, and there are plenty of kids’ activities as well!

    Everything you need to plan your visit can be found here.

    Find out more and get tickets here.