Top 10 Gifts for Crafters 2018

Christmas is a great time to give arts & crafts presents. There are plenty of long dark evenings to be filled with creativity & skill.

Crafters love new projects & hobbies to try so here are the top 10 gifts for hobbyists this Christmas.

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Self-healing Cutting Mat

Most projects require some form of cutting with sharp blades. 

This heavy duty cutting mat protects table tops & surfaces from inadvertent damage.

The nonslip mat also ensures that the cutting can be done in safety.

Storage Trolley

The one thing that stops crafters enjoying their hobby is getting everything out & then putting it away afterwards. 

This is doubly true if they do not have the luxury of a dedicated hobby room or corner. 

This stylish trolley keeps all materials close to hand & can be tucked away neatly afterwards.

Yarn Storage Tote

Like the trolley, this storage tote keeps yarn, materials, and needles safely in one place.

Easily portable it is ideal for taking to classes or get together.

A place for everything, & everything in its place.

Screen Printing Kit

Design your own t-shirts or even decorate a fabric, now you have total control.

Simple to use with amazing end results. 

This could be the starting point for the next Andy Warhol.

Patchwork Owl Starter Kit

This is a perfect entry-level gift that could be the start of a lifelong hobby.

This cute little owl is the reward for a few hours of effort.

Perfect for younger crafters as well as new starters.

Gin Making Kit

All work & no play as they say....

As well as making an ideal gift in itself,  this gin kit could also be an ideal way to make gifts for your family.

Craft your own individually flavoured spirits with this fun Christmas gift.

 

Wool & the Gang Scarf Kit

Wool & the Gang is a name to follow in 2019.

This scarf kit is not only fun to complete but makes a very desirable scarf in the process. 

Who knows, you might get the completed scarf back as a birthday present.

Candle Making Kit

Light someone up this Christmas with this candle making kit. 

Natural Lip Balm Kit

Another gift for making more gifts.

Using all natural materials create unique lip balms.

Very useful during cold weather.

Glass Painting Kit

Popular with all ages, customise glasses & create beautiful candle holders. 

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Top 10 Gifts for Golfers 2018

Avid golfers enjoy their hobby year round. You can be sure that these top 10 golfing gifts will soon be put to use by the grateful owner.

The following gifts for golfers have been carefully selected to be both practical and inspirational so that the giver will be fondly remembered while the recipient enjoys their hobby.

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Swing Analyser

A few tips from a golf pro can make an instant improvement to many golfers handicap.

This package gives the golfer their own pro in their pocket, recording their swing, analysing it & giving advice.

Its not cheap, but then neither are private lessons.

Range Finder

Rangefinders are a boon to all modern golfers, but which to choose? GPS or Laser? 

When it comes down to accuracy the Laser wins hands down, the reading you get is consistently correct, while GPS can be a bit off, & if you are playing a course that hasn't been mapped, it is useless. 

This clever range finding makes a perfect Christmas gift for any golfer.

Digital Tracking System

Having just rubbished GPS rangefinders this is a GPS gadget that is useful.

Individual units attach to each club & track your progress around the course. Over time you can compare different strokes & strategies to improve your handicap. 

An ideal Christmas gift for the golf perfectionist. 

All Weather Gloves

The key aspects of good golf gloves are grip, comfort & breathability.

These gloves not only look the part but are a favourite among regular golfers. 

Perfect stocking fillers for the golfer in your life.

Driving Net

Golf is all about consistency, which comes from practice, practice, practice. 

As the saying goes, the more I practice the luckier I get!!

This net makes a quick driving session practical, even in the confines of a small garden. Great for a quick de-stress after work.

Cold Weather Balls

Cold, wintery weather at Christmas won't keep die-hard golfers off the course but it does have an effect on their balls.

Factors affecting ball flight include air becoming denser at lower temperatures & how the ball compresses when it is struck.

Using cold weather golf balls can restore the 10-15 yards that would otherwise be lost on a drive.

 

Collapsible Powered Golf Trolley

This golfing trolley has been very carefully & cleverly designed. 

Compact when collapsed it avoids competition for boot space with the clubs. 

Power-assisted, getting around the longest courses becomes a breeze.

Anti-Glare Sun Glasses

Sunglasses are like sunscreen for the eyes, which considering how sensitive they are can only make sense.

These anti-glare specs reduce eye strain and increase the field of vision, especially with bright winter sunlight. 

These unisex glasses make stylish Christmas gifts.

Golf Swing Trainer

A slice at Christmas is usually a good thing, but not neccesarily if you are a golfer.

This training device helps to educate muscle memory, so that the golfer improves on the course.

Easy to set up & compact when ready to put away, an ideal Christmas gift that will pay dividends in the New Year.

Telescopic Ball Retriever

Even the Pros have off days & wayward shots.

Golf balls are not cheap & have a habit of ending up in some awkward places.

This handy aid will avoid some embaracing hands & knees in thge bushes action.

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Top 10 Gifts for Healthy Living 2018

Looking forward to the New Year here are some healthy Christmas gift ideas to make sure that your loved ones start 2019 in the best shape possible.

The following gifts for healthy living have been carefully selected to be both practical and inspirational so that the giver will be fondly remembered while the recipient enjoys their hobby.

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Complete Yoga Kit

Good for the body, good for the mind. Give someone you love a healthy boost for 2019.

A low impact exercise for people of all ages, yoga has benefits for everyone. 

This kit has everything the yoga student could wish for to participate in their hobby.

Kefir Starter Kit

Rich in pro-biotic bacteria Kefir is very beneficial to gut health.

Simple to grow at home the Kefir continues to reproduce providing an endless supply. 

This ideal Christmas gift has everything required to get 2019 off to a healthy start.

Anti Fatigue Bath Oil

A luxurious bath oil for him or her, laced with essential oils to calm, relax & rejuvenate.

An ideal healthy living Christmas gift for a hard-working friend or family member.

Simply run a nice warm bath, maybe light a candle or two, add some bath oil & let the tiredness float away.

Re-Usable Coffee Cup

As well as giving your mood a lift caffeine can also help to guard against mouth & throats cancers, decreases the risk of diabetes & improves heart & gut function.

The downside can be the mountains of un-recyclable cups we get through each day. 

Help save the planet by giving the coffee fans in your life these stylish reusable coffee cups (they can save money at some coffee shops too.)

Stainless Steel Water Bottle

Hydration is essential for everyone, not just top-flight athletes. Regularly sipping water through the day can increase brain function & maintain healthy skin.

To encourage drinking water on a regular basis a ready supply in a smart water bottle is ideal.

Top up for free at your nearest tap & avoid adding to plastic overload.

Rock Salt Lamp

The pink Himalayan rock salt crystal that makes up this lamp produces negative ions when heated. 

Negative ions have been proven to have a beneficial effect for people with seasonal depression (SAD)

The lamps also counter positive ion discharge from electrical equipment, help to purify the air and are beneficial for asthmatics.

 

A Year of Mindfulness

Does someone you know suffer from stress & an inability to let go of all of life's worries?

This gift idea has 52 mindfulness exercises, one for each week of the year. 

Give the gift of peace and calm with this mindfulness challenge.

Essential oil Gift Set

These volatile aromatic oils have all been extracted from plants. They have been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years & are now being rediscovered for their unique properties.

As well as smelling pleasant these oils have many uses such as treating anxiety & depression or aiding restful sleep. 

This carefully selected gift set contains some of the more popular & useful oils.

Skin Care Gift Set

Suitable for all skin types this pampering gift set has a combination of two complimentary essential oils at its core.

The sensual products leave the skin soft, supple & sweet smelling.

A perfect pampering Christmas gift.

Gravity Blanket

Proven to alleviate symptoms of anxiety & stress this weighted blanket stimulates the body in the same way that being cuddled does.

Not just for bed-time, the blanket can be used while relaxing, sitting or even binging on a box set.

Who do you know that needs a hug for Christmas?

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