Let’s be clear here, you can spoil your Mum all year round, should you so choose. However, this one day is official, it’s in the calendar and well, odds are you’ve bought the card but wondering whether chocolates or flowers are enough. Of course they are! I’m down with the theory that calling regularly and a big ole hug counts for a lot, but to be honest, I’m also still very much in the ‘spoil her camp’. So, without further ado here are some ideas on just how far you can go in the spoiling stakes. Game on.
If budgets are tight – don’t ever forget it’s the thought that counts and what better way to make her day, than breakfast in bed with a shiny new ‘Hers’ mug. Just £5, oh and the tea too… http://www.johnlewis.com/store/john-lewis-hand-painted-hers-mug/p2029574?navAction=jump&_requestid=8028448
…and now all you need to do is cook her something delicious. Heart felt crockery and cutlery set from http://www.emmabridgewater.co.uk/invt/hear064
Music to her ears AND eyes. This little retro beauty from Roberts £149 http://www.amazon.co.uk/Roberts-Revival-Digital-Radio-Battery/dp/B003IJ3ZCA/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1457002366&sr=1-1&keywords=roberts+revival
Perfume? Pah – I’m all for delicious home scents and recently lost myself in the world of teeny glass bell jars in John Lewis’s candle shop. Prices start from around £9 to upwards of £70. But for a little ambiance in the home or a candlelit bath – it’s a great gift. http://www.johnlewis.com/search?Ntt=scented+candles&Nty=1&_requestid=8031660
Yes, more candles – these a mere snip at £6.99 from H&M http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0340895003.html
Not just any chocolates. The poshest, prettiest little boxes of ‘treat me’ delights. A classic. Just add pink champagne. http://www.chocolatetradingco.com/buy/pink-champagne-truffles-135?gclid=CNSq9oWvpMsCFY4V0wod-qoBRQ
Possibly the present of dreams for anyone – but a charm bracelet is a great way to grow a present over time, adding new charms and creating a bespoke gift. Go to http://www.liberty.co.uk/fcp/product/Liberty//Gold-Plated-Paradise-Charm-Bracelet/138614 or http://www.alexmonroe.com
For a very personal daily reminder, I love this super cute, personalised silver person key ring £39, http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/mercimaman/product/personalised-silver-large-people-key-ring
Somewhat upping the stakes (you’ve been saving and it’s nearly her birthday too) – how about an evening bag. Chic, svelte and something to recognise the girl in her. Just add a coin into the zipped pocket for good luck. This from Folli Follie ticks all the trend boxes and will live long in the wardrobe. A modern classic at £70 http://www.follifollie.co.uk/gb-en/online-shop/bags/shoulderbags/sb13p027wn-heart4heart-bag
A bunch of flowers,well, they’ve got shelf life so why not introduce her to the new vogue for succulents or cute little trees in chic boxes, this flowering cherry tree is the all year round joy giver, £35 http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/thepresenttree/product/evergreen-cherry
Never underestimate the power of deliciously warm blanket. Something for cold nights on the sofa, long drives in the car or just a shabby chic throw over a piece of furniture. Off piste but from one warm heart to another. This from H&M is a mere snip at £39.99 http://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.0222556008.html
The gift of weather proof gorgeous skin – Clarins Double Serum is THE ONE. She’ll smile. Trust me £55 http://www.clarins.co.uk/double-serum/
Ok ok, so saying it with flowers does still make Mum smile. My favourites? These from M&S. Inexpensive, guaranteed to last and swiftly delivered. Easy. These come with a pretty jug, so effectively a two in one gift. £35 http://www.marksandspencer.com/spring-jug/p/p60057757?prevPage=plp
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