Gifts for kids

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I have been on the hunt today for kids gifts for Christmas and while I was at it I put together a collection of my favourites to share with you.

Left: Mini Christmas Tree Limited Edition Adhesive Fabric Wall Stickers via lovemaestore
Right: Modern Baby Clock - Bear via decoylab

A Christmas tree wall decal by Mae adds a festive touch to the nursery. After the holiday season is over, you can take off the candy cane stickers and I think the decal would then look great all year around. I have also long admired decoylab's designs and this little bear clock would look very cute in a kids' room.

Left: Cocoon Couture bookends
Right: Cocoon Couture bean bags

What is not to love about Cocoon Couture? The little bookend animals add a whimsical touch to a young book lovers' room and the bean bag provides a comfortable place to sit and read. I recently purchased the monkey bean bag in red (pictured) for myself Robert and give it the thumbs up.

Left: Kikki-k Cykel stationery range
Right: Kikki-k Vastkust stationery range

I popped into Kikki-k today and got lost amongst the stationery. Half and hour later I left the store with a few gifts for friends. Both the Cykel and Vastkust range of stationery would make nice gifts for kids of school age.

Left: Gin & Tonic Alphabet Kids Cushion Cover
Right: Belle and Boo "I Like Your..." Print Series

The Alphabet cushion has been on my wish list for a while but I have banned myself from buying any more cushions for a while. I can see it looking cute in a nursery. I am also one of many who adore Mandy Sutcliffe's illustrations for Belle and Boo and these two prints are my favourites.

Left: Sunnylife Beach Sounds, Bermuda
Middle: Sunnylife Beach Paddles
Right: An angel at my table teepee

When I think of beach products my mind wanders over to Sunnylife. A couple of years ago I purchased a few Sunnylife products to give as gifts including a radio and paddles although the designs were a little different to the ones pictured above. The kids loved them. Also, Robert received a teepee for his first birthday which I think makes a great gift for kids who enjoy imaginative play and being outdoors. We haven't yet set it up but we will do so this summer. If you are thinking of purchasing a teepee, see Belinda's helpful review here.

Left: Personalised wooden name puzzle by Mooo
Right: Personalised kids backpack in blue by Mooo

And finally there is nothing sweeter than a personalised gift. Robert recently received a Mooo custom puzzle (left) and I've since purchased one for a friend (but shhh, I can't say who in case they are reading this). Whilst browsing around Mooo I also came across the backpack (right). There are lots of different designs to choose from.

Phew! I hope this gift guide has been useful for anyone on the hunt for kids gifts this holiday season or beyond. Please check with each company regarding their cut-off dates if you require delivery in time for Christmas.