Valentine’s Day has a funny reputation. For some people, it feels too commercial.For others, it’s the perfect excuse to be romantic. And for a lot of us, it feels like a test we never quite revised for:Finding the perfect card.Making the perfect plan.Creating the perfect evening. But real relationships are not built in one night. […]
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Jan
Jan
There’s a little secret we’ve learned over the years.And it might not be what you expect. Dating isn’t all about the date. A lot of the magic happens before you even go anywhere. It’s the moment when you realise you’ve got something to look forward to.The small spark that lifts an ordinary week.The quiet excitement […]
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Oct
Oct
Hi! Your very own personal elves here! We all have that person who smiles politely on Christmas Day and says, “You shouldn’t have.” And… they might mean it. This year, we’re making sure everyone finds something they actually love under the tree. How? With a set of honest, helpful Personalised Christmas Gift Guides for the […]
03
Sep
Sep
When it comes to finding the perfect birthday present for those milestone ages (you know, the ones that have a big fat zero in them), the best gifts aren’t always the largest, budget busting, sparkly ones – they’re the ones that stay with you long after the party’s over. That’s where our Birthday Boxes come […]
12
May
May
You always starts with the best intentions. You’ll sort that brilliant gift next week. Or maybe the week after because there’s a deadline at work, bills to pay or just because ‘life’. Suddenly, you’re three days from the big occasion and all you’ve got to show for it is a half-hearted scroll through online shops […]
07
Apr
Apr
Looking for a wedding gift that’s meaningful, memorable, and not just another kitchen gadget? You’re in the right place. Wedding gifting has changed. While traditional gifts still have their place, many couples today value experiences, personal touches, and moments they can share together over physical items alone. The wedding gift list is slowly being replaced […]
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Mar
Mar
Our milestone birthday boxes are loved by customers, but what do you buy the next year, or when your bestie, aunty or favourite work colleague is turning 47? Introducing our new range of birthday gifts, for all ages and star signs! We like to make birthdays personal – and what’s more personal than your star […]
31
Jan
Jan
We can barely believe it – but it’s now 10 years since the spark of an idea evolved in to a business helping thousands of couples to reconnect. A Year of Dates was born on the back of a simple and meaningful idea, given from husband to wife ten years ago. When John created the […]
13
Nov
Nov
Every year in the run up to Black Friday, and the general Christmas rush, we like remind you to #shopsmall and this year is no different! We appreciate you can’t get everything on Santa’s list from independent brands and online shops – our house is Pokemon and Lego central, so we get it! – and […]
08
Jul
Jul
We asked Helen, our E-Commerce Assistant, to try out the teas from stockist Bird & Blend as a refreshing summer drink in the form of a cold brew. Their brews are available in our hamper gifts and also our Seventeen Minutes range – perfect for summer birthdays, wedding treats or just because you deserve a […]