How to Find Christmas Gifts for Dad

How to Find Christmas Gifts for Dad

Dads are precious to us and Christmas is the time of year when we can show them how much, but finding the perfect Christmas gifts can sometimes seem almost impossible. In this article we look at some gifts ideas, from the conventional to the unusual.

Dads are often the hardest to buy for at Christmas time. They never tell you what they want and are always happy to settle for a boring old tie or gift voucher. 

With the season of good will almost upon us, the pressure to find that perfect gift for Dad is growing. If you are struggling to think of something different this year, here are some ideas that might help.

If you are looking for something different, first you need to decide whether you want something practical or possibly something more quirky and frivolous.

Some practical ideas include;

1.         Golf Club membership and /or Golf equipment if he is an enthusiast

2.         Satellite Navigation System
3.         Specialist Magazine subscription depending on his hobby
4.         Football tickets for his favourite club or cable subscription including popular     sports channels
5.         Supercar Thrill Experience – treat him to the drive of his life.

On the more frivolous and quirky side, how about?

1.         Fifty Sheds of Grey - an amusing spoof story of a man, his shed and his adventures!

"She knelt before me on the shed floor and tugged gently at first, then harder until finally it came. I moaned with pleasure. Now for the other boot." 

2.         Save Water Drink Beer Apron – Ideal for the barbecue.

3.         Excellent Insult a Day - 365 hilarious insults, put-downs, disparaging remarks and general offensively rude (but perfectly harmless) asides! It also doubles as a memo pad.

4.         Toilet Golf - For the truly dedicated golfer... The ideal way to practice putting during bathroom breaks,

5.         365 Impressive Words Pad – If the insult a day isn't his thing, then he can impress friends and family with his impressive vocabulary!

Another alternative could be something is slate. Because it's a natural product, all slate items differ from each other in texture and colouring. The choice of slate gifts is quite extensive, ranging from the practical to the decorative and can be for indoor or outdoor use.

Some examples are;

1.         Message Boards – Can be personalised with an inscription of your choice

2.         Garden Signs – Dad's Garden, Harry's Veg Plot, Dad's Shed, can be any message of your choice.

3.         Photo Frames – with a photo of you or your family in it

4.         House Signs – Welcome signs, house and number plaques

5.         Door Plaques – personalised with any name or slogan of your choice.

These are just a few of the possibilities.

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To see our full range of slate gifts and products go to www.plattersslate.com

How to Find Christmas Gifts for Mum

How to Find Christmas Gifts for Mum

With the festive season getting ever closer, the pressure to find that perfect gift for Mum is increasing. If you are struggling to think of something different this year, here are some ideas that might help.

The chances are that over the years, you've given your mother most of the usual gifts, clothes, slippers, jewellery etc and now you're running low on ideas for something different this year.

If you are looking for something different, first you need to decide whether you want something practical or possibly something more quirky and frivolous. 

Your choice of practical gifts will depend to a large extent on your mum's likes, hobbies and interests. So this could include

1. If she's into Genealogy and Family History, an annual subscription to a genealogy   research website.

2. If she's into keeping fit, a gym membership or perhaps a Yoga or Pilates membership.

3. If your budget is more modest, a wool wrap to keep her warm this winter may be just the thing.

If your preference is more inclined to the quirky and frivolous, (depending on your budget) then you might want to consider the following;

1. A personalised "Thanks Mum" print, where you can choose the things that you want to thank her for.

2. A personalised glasses case – if your Mum's like mine and keeps losing her glasses, a case with "Here They Are" could be the thing!

3. A personalised "Family Values" print, where you can choose the range of values that are important to your family – can be serious or humorous.  

If you want something unusual and unique for your mum, why not consider something made from slate. Because it is a natural product, all slate items differ from each other in texture and colouring. The choice of slate gifts is quite extensive, ranging from the practical to the decorative and can be for indoor or outdoor use.

Some examples are

1.         Wall Clocks – ideal for the kitchen

2.         Cake Stands – will showcase her baking beautifully

3.         Cheeseboards – she can wow her guests at any dinner party

4.         Platters and Dip Bowls – ideal for nibbles when friends come round

5.         Candle Holders – Add a touch of class to any setting

The list goes on and on. 

As you can see the possibilities are extensive.

Why not take a look at our website? You're sure to find something to suit all tastes and budgets.

To find some great Christmas gifts for Mum go to www.plattersslate.com

Christmas Markets - The Perfect Place to Find Gifts for the Family

Christmas Markets are the perfect place to find gifts for all the family. In this article we take a look at the history of Christmas Markets and give you some insight into what you can expect when you visit them.

The origin of Christmas Markets dates back to the middle ages in the German speaking part of Europe with one of the oldest recorded markets being in Bautzen in eastern Germany in 1384. In many towns in Germany and Austria Christmas Markets usually coincide with Advent and the run up to the festive season.

In the UK, traditional Christmas markets have proliferated in recent years. One of the bigger ones is in Manchester where the market covers eight sites in and around the City centre, each with its own distinctive character and atmosphere. This year the market is celebrating its 14th year. Here you can find a wide selection of goods on offer. With over 200 stalls to visit the choice is extensive, and includes toys, gifts, jewellery clothes and a wide assortment of food and drink.

Why not take a trip and visit us, you'll find us on Exchange Street, right outside the Royal Exchange Theatre. Or visit our website at http://www.plattersslate.com

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How to Cope With the Death of a Loved One

The death of a loved one is a devastating event, but it is one that all of us must experience at some time in our lives. In this article we look at some of the emotions and issues surrounding this loss and look at some of the ways to cope and deal with these feelings.

Everyone grieves in their own way and those close to you will have their own ideas about how you are supposed to grieve. No doubt well meaning friends and relations will want to give advice about how you should behave.

Depending on whether you have chosen to have your loved one buried or cremated, will determine how you are able to remember them in the future. If you have chosen a burial, then it is likely that they will have a head stone on the grave with some personal words of remembrance.

On the other hand if you have decided on cremation, you may want to consider having a memorial plaque made. Slate is an ideal medium for this type of remembrance and can be used indoors or out.

If you have a garden you could decide to dedicate a quiet corner, where you could place a memorial plaque and have a bench or seat there, where you can sit and remember the happy times that you spent with your loved one.

The inscription that you choose for your plaque can be poignant or funny, it could be a favourite phrase that your loved one often said or an experience that you both shared.

To read the full article, go to http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Cope-With-the-Death-of-a-Loved-One&id=7400111

To help you cope with the death  of a loved one, take comfort with a personalised remembrance plaque. 

Take a look at the range at www.plattersslate.com

How to Host the Perfect Christmas Tea Party

Christmas is a time to celebrate with family, friends, and work colleagues, but can work out to be quite expensive. If you enjoy hosting dinner parties and having meals out over the festive holidays but find that your budget doesn't stretch that far.  This article looks at how to host the perfect Christmas Tea Party at a fraction of the cost.  This is the ultimate holiday celebration, instead of your typical Christmas dinner or cocktail party.

There so much preparation and organisation in hosting a dinner party and very little time to enjoy it yourself. On the other hand a Christmas tea party will give you the time and opportunity to socialize with your friends, while introducing them to some of your favourite teas.

Tea parties were first introduced in the Victorian era and have made quite a come back over the past couple of years. As a host you want everything to be perfect and a tea party can be a fitting way to celebrate Christmas. 

 I’ve had a few tea parties over the past couple of years but not all at Christmas and they are so easy to host. I bought some beautiful Black Slate tableware and it doesn’t matter what the occasion it looks so chic and stylish.

It’s hard wearing, easy to clean, durable and quite a fashion statement.  If I’m having a couple of my girlfriends round for afternoon tea, I might use my 3 tier slate cake stand filled with dainty sandwiches and an assortment of home made mini buns/cakes.   

To give the room atmosphere and colour, a slate candle holder is a must, for any occasion. 






To read the full article go to http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Host-the-Perfect-Christmas-Tea-Party&id=7387748

And to check out the full range of slate products to make your tea party special, go to www.plattersslate.com, you're sure to find what you are looking for.

How to Choose Christmas Gifts For The Family

Choosing Christmas gifts for family can be great fun, but finding the right ones can also be a chore. In this article we give you some ideas and some tips on what to get for the more difficult to buy for person in your life.

If you're like me and love Christmas, then making sure that you get the right Christmas gifts for your family will be important to you. The problem is that finding just what you are looking for can sometimes be difficult.

I love everything about Christmas and tend to start preparations 6 months in advance with the home made Christmas cake, soaking the dried fruit in alcohol to give it that rich flavour and texture. It really gets me in the mood, but with my busy schedule I have to start early and write everything down, from food and drink, Christmas decorations and colour scheme, how many people for Christmas dinner to that all important special gift to suit the individual.

Having my home filled with people that I love during the festive holidays is everything that I need and more. Choosing the right gift is very important so here are my tips to help you on your way:  ....
You can read the full article at http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Choose-Christmas-Gifts-for-the-Family&id=7380602

If you're  looking for something different for Christmas Gifts for the family check out www.plattersslate.com , you'll find  something for everyone.

Why Stocking Slate Products is a Must For Retailers

If you're a retailer in the Homeware or related markets, there are good commercial reasons why stocking a range of Slate Products is a must for the coming season. Why not take a look at what is out there and why you should stock Slate Products.

Slate goods are available in a wide range of styles, from the practical to the decorative and are suited to a wide range of retail outlets. Whether you are a homeware stockist, a gift shop or a food retailer there is something in the range of products that will enhance your customer offering and work well as an upsell to your clientele.

In addition, if you operate a restaurant or café and want something different for placemats, coasters, serving platters or plates, then slate is an ideal alternative to the more usual table settings.

Check out the range available at www.plattersslate.com

You can read the full article at http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-Stocking-Slate-Products-Is-a-Must-For-Retailers&id=7371165