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Whether it be their birthday, Christmas or any other special occasion, children love getting presents.

The ideal gift for a child depends on their age and their interests and a little thoughtfulness can make the difference between an acceptable, shove it on the pile gift and a "Wow! You're the greatest, I love it" gift.

So here's a few gift ideas for children, that won't be suitable for all kids but will give you a flavour of some of the more unusual present ideas on offer.

Get a superhero action figure made in your image
Monday 14th of May 2012
Filed Under What Present To Buy A Super Person
Ever wished you could become a superhero? Well, thanks to advanced 3D printing technology, a couple of photos sent to a top secret lab and you'll be able to re enact your very own adventures with an action figure with your face! High-tech, heroic and potentially hilarious, Personalised Superhero Action Figures make a great gift for friends, family or workmates. They’ll even stand upright on their supplied plinth; to remind you (and others), who you really are. moreTurn Yourself Into A Superhero

A lughole shaped cable tidy for your earphones
Thursday 10th of May 2012
Filed under What Present To Buy For Someone Who Loves Music
Earphone Tidy Untangling cables is one of my pet hates and whether they're in a pocket, drawer or handbag they always manage to wriggle themselves into knots. But help is at hand in the shape of an Ear Shaped Cable Tidy which will save you getting your wires crossed by keeping your earphones organised and tidy. Just wind the cables between the two silicone ears and use the pair of ears to store the left and right headphones. A must for anyone who loves their music. more

Celebrate the diamond jubilee with a Union Jack space hopper
Monday 16th of April 2012
Filed under What Present To Buy A Patriotic Person Who Loved The 70's

If you were a child of the seventies chances are you would have been the proud owner of a space hopper. Originally orange, the must have toy of the flares era was not just brilliant fun but actually great exercise too. So if you remember hopping around on one around the time of the Queen's silver jubilee why not get this brand new up-to-date version of a space hopper featuring a Union Jack for your own kids in time for this years diamond jubilee. more Union Jack Space Hopper

Personalised iron-on clothing labels for children
Monday 2nd April 2012
Filed under What Present To Buy For Childrens' School Clothing

Iron-On Clothing Labels For Children Avoid having to hunt down lost property with these iron-on clothing labels which are not just funky, they're also a great way to ensure clothing and school uniforms don't go missing. Kids will love having a unique personalised label, decorated with a choice of characters / designs and you'll love not having to get out the needle and thread. The extra-stretchy material makes labels perfect for clothing items that undergo stretching or serious wear. more

Wear your football colours on your wrist
Thursday 29th of March 2012
Filed under What Present To Buy For A Football Fan
Calling all football fans! Here's a great new range of branded and officially licensed football club watches for kids, youths and adults. Currently available teams are Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United. These watches would make a great gift for any football fan who likes to wear their colours. more Football Club Watches

Novelty moustache straws to liven up a party
Thursday 15th of March 2012
Filed under What Present To Buy For Someone Who Likes A Good Laugh

Moustache Straws The Moustache Straw set contains five plastic straws and five different plastic moustaches which are clipped on to the top of the straw and will rest convincingly against your top lip whilst you drink. You can't beat a comedy moustache and these Moustache Straws will allow the wearer to adopt a different persona for each new ‘tache. Cue much hilarity!! more

A personalised fairy name frame

Wednesday 15th of February 2012
Filed under What Present To Buy For A Little Girl

The Personalised Fairy Name Frame will make a wonderful addition to any little girls bedroom wall. Each letter of their name is spelt out using a selection of hand illustrated fairy letters. There's a choice of different coloured mounts, a special message of your choice can be added and the whole is presented in a high quality frame. more Personalised Picture With Name Made Out Of  Fairy Letters

A giant cracker for Christmas Day
Thursday 24th of November 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For A Fabulous Family Christmas

Giant Christmas Cracker Christmas crackers can be disappointing - there's only so many plastic magnifying glasses and metal puzzles any one family will ever need. But this oversized family cracker is different. Not only is it massive, it's loaded with six colourful paper hats (a legal requirement at Christmas) and four exciting games for all ages. And these compact size games will be great for taking on holiday in the future. more

The amazing Sea Monkeys - just add water to create an instant pet
Thursday 10th of November 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For Someone Who Wants A Pet

Sea Monkeys AquariumWould you like a pet that you could create from powder and water? Bring on the Sea Monkeys which come complete with aquarium, food and everything you need to create your own little pet world. Anyone who remembers the 70's and the ads that ran in all the kids comics of the time, will remember that Sea Monkeys live in castles and ride bikes too. Thanks to a change in the trade description laws we can no longer promise they're THAT clever, but they are educational, fun and a must for both kids of today and kids of the seventies whose mums and dads dashed their dreams of owning these mystical creatures by refusing to send off cash in an envelope to the US. more

Bring some glamour to the horse riding lesson with this pink riding hat cover
Bling Silk For Riding HatThursday 27th of October 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For A Glamorous Equestrian

Lots of little girls (and big ones too) love ponies and horses and whilst it's sometimes difficult to look glamorous when at the stables, it's not impossible. Enter the bling pink ice chip riding hat cover. The wearer will be the envy of all the other girls when they see this chic silk.Go on, set a trend at the stables with this funky design. more

Be the star of the show in this personalised Beano book
Tuesday 11th of October 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For A Beano Reader
Personalised Beano BookIs there a menace in your family about to celebrate their birthday? In this personalised Beano “Happy Birthday” soft back book, he'll be the star in a boisterous story based around his birthday party. Personalise with your Menaces name and add a personal message to the first page. Your chosen name appears on the front and back cover and features throughout the book wherever ‘Dennis’ would usually appear. more

Mumbles in the jungle to soothe your child to sleep
Mimicking Monkey Bedside Companion For Toddlers Friday 30th of September 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For Child Who Doesn't Settle Well At Night

Mimicking Monkey is a wonderful bedside companion for newborns, toddlers and children who don't settle well at night. Not only does this super soft plush primate play a gently soothing soundtrack of Amazon rainforest sounds to lull little ones to sleep, you can also record up to ten seconds of your own voice and intersperse these natural noises with your own personalised soundbites. more

Soldier egg cup and toast cutter for an egg-cellent breakfast
Thursday 25th of August 2011
Soldier Egg Cup And Toast CoverFiled under What Present To Buy For Someone Who Loves A Boiled Egg For Breakfast

Bring a little military precision to the breakfast table with this fabulous egg cup set. The egg cup is shaped like a guard soldier - he even wears a hat to keep your egg warm and carries a red spoon as his weapon of choice to guard it! And who better to back up Sergeant Eggcup, than his very own platoon of toast soldiers (courtesy of the included soldier toast cutter). more

A personalised photo jigsaw puzzle
A Personalised Photo Jigsaw PuzzleThursday 4th of August 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For Someone Who Loves Jigsaws

It may not be the most challenging jigsaw in the world (choose from either 30 pieces or 96 pieces) but if it features your photo, it'll be the best! These personalised jigsaw puzzles are printed with the photograph of your choice and even come in a personalised tin box. The perfect gift for weddings, anniversaries and birthdays! more

Ride the wave mirror - why not "hang ten"
Monday 1st August 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For A Surfer

Surfer MirrorThis fun and funky wave surfer mirror is perfect for any surfer dudes bathroom. It comprises of two parts - a crashing "glassy wave" with a blue centre and a surfer on his shortboard ready for the ride of his life. These mirrors are shatterproof, light and easy to hang so also great for kids rooms too. more

Kids controlling Daleks! Be afraid . . . be very afraid
Monday 4th of July 2011
Filed Under What Present To Buy For Kids Who Love Doctor Who
Ride-In Dalek For KidsKids can be scary enough on their own but children taking control of Daleks . . . the stuff of nightmares. The Ride In Dalek has a six volt battery, allowing it to spin 360 degrees, move forward and back. What’s more, from the illuminated cockpit the driver also has access to 10 different sound effects and Dalek phrases, and can even move the manipulator and exterior arms. The patented inflatable structure and high density plastic base are built for all the tough knocks a young sci-fi fan could throw at it. Mums and dads! Take refuge behind the sofa! more

The perfect gift for a mini boy racer
Thursday 9th of June 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For A Child Who Loves Cars

Kids Electric Car LamborghiniGive the kids a massive treat with this fabulous two seater black 12v Lamborghini style electric battery car. It comes complete with parental remote controls - lots of fun to play with when the kids are tucked up in bed. This kid sized sports car is sturdy and boasts working lights, front grills, electronic steering wheel with sounds, two rear view mirrors and even seatbelts. Even better it's got 17% off at the moment! more

Say 'Do svidaniya' to boring storage containers and 'Zdravstvujh' to these Russian dolls
Monday 30th of May 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy Someone Who Loves Funky Kitchen Containers

Russian Doll Storage ContainersWho says storage containers have to be boring. This funky set of three traditional Russian Matryoshkas containers are just like the real thing in that they nest neatly together when not in use. Perfect for a packed lunch, for picnics, and for storing goodies in the fridge this versatile and super stylish set is both functional and decorative. more

A school of fish or a school for fish!
Fish School Train Your GoldfishThursday 19th of May 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy Someone Who Has A Fish

The Fish School is a fish training kit for teaching your fish how to do tricks. Suitable for almost all fish between 1 and 6 inches in length the school comprises of a platform that can be set up at the bottom of your tank with over 20 accessories and tools for training your fish. A must for anyone who thinks fish are boring! more

Your own hole in the wall ATM machine
Thursday 12th of May 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For A Saver

Mini ATM MachineThis ATM Saving Bank makes saving money interactive and fun with real ATM sounds and a light up display. Just like the real thing you input your card (an ATM card is included) and you access your moneywith a 4 digit pin (you can even set your own password). A slot allows you to put in money as well as withdraw it and the machine accepts both coins and notes. Even better it calculates your total enabling you to check your balance at any time and set savings targets. more

Pack a panda - childrens cuties and pals luggage
Panda Cuties And Pals Childrens SuitcaseFriday 6th of May 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For Children Going On Holiday

Let the kids pack their own clothes and toys for the holidays with their very own "the Cuties and pals", luggage for kids! The two wheeled on flight sized trolley cases come in a choice of six animal shapes have an expandable pulling handle and are made of durable, high quality ABS. The matching back pack is ideal for everyday use. more

Create your very own liquid maze with these DIY straws
Straw Kit To Ctreate A Liquid MazeTuesday 26th of April 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy Someone Who Loves Playing With Their Food

If you're a typical student - one clean glass, a bottle of something to drink and a crowd of friends, then you'll love this straw kit. The kit contains different lengths of straws and various connectors so that you can construct the most elaborate of routes for your cordial to travel on. more

Personalised photo blankets
Photo BlanketThursday 7th of April 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For Someone Unique

Get a personalised photo blanket custom made to order to add a touch of style and individuality to any room. You can use a single favourite photo, a montage of images, your own artwork or text to create a unique and precious quilt style bed spread or throw. It's made from double thick soft, warm, polar fleece and is available in three different sizes (cot size up to double bed size). A great photo gift idea. more

Angry birds to fling at your enemies
Tuesday 5th of April 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy An Angry Birds Addict

Angry Birds Soft ToysAngry Birds is something of a smartphone phenomenon with over 50 million downloads across all platforms. This puzzle video game developed by Finland-based Rovio Mobile involves launching the birds via slingshots at the green pigs who stole their egg, with the intent of destroying all the pigs on the playfield. And now you too can launch some angry birds too in the shape of these cute plush toys . . . or cuddle up to them instead. more

A piece and jam with a twist
Novelty Cake TinWednesday 30th of March 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy Someone Who Loves Baking

This funky and ingenious silicone baking pan is cleverly shaped like a big hunk of white bread so you can make a tasty cake that looks like a sandwich. Just bake and slice through the centre to make double-decker sandwich cakes with yummy fillings. more

Have a quacking time in the bath
Monday 21st of March 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy Someone Who Loves To Wallow In The Bath

Designer Ducks For Your BathDo you love playing with your rubber ducks in the bath? Well, prepare to be blown away by these lighthearted takes on the traditional bathtime fun item. These novelty ducks come in a huge variety of designs - with something for everyone and for all occasions. They come in boxes, are hugely collectible and would be at home in your living room, bedroom and car as well as the bathroom. Great fun! more

Giant size Fatboy beanbags for all the family
Friday 4th March 2011
Filed under What Present To Buy For Your Home

Elephant Bean BagsFatboy Bean Bags are the coolest, newest and funkiest way to relax. These durable, generously filled beanbags mould around the contours of your body - it's just like being cradled by a particularly supportive cloud. Available in an array of sizes and colours, these stylish bean bags are ideal for all the family. more


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