Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day may be a little different this year following a year of social distancing and lockdowns. Last Mother’s Day was, for many, the last time they saw their mum before the three long months of the first lockdown, and many have struggled to see her again very often since, if at all. So in celebration of all mums, near and far, Belle has created a gift guide to bring us close even if we have to be apart, and to treat those special ladies we may live with and who have spent the past year keeping the household together!
- Let’s face it, daily walks round the block have become rather dull, but TreasureTrails.co.uk offer a new perspective on your local walk. Covering the whole of the UK, these are a great investment while we’re not able to leave our own areas for leisure as they open up local routes you may not even have been aware of. Most trails take a couple of hours and the easy-to-follow booklet offers little snippets of info on the area you’re discovering. Prices per trail start at £9.99.
2. A Rock Saws puzzle depicting a classic album cover is the perfect lockdown gift for mums with time on their hands! Zee Productions have created a range of 500 and 1,000 piece puzzles featuring
official album artwork from late 20th century music icons
including David Bowie, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd and Queen. Priced from £17.99.
3. A volcanic potpourri diffuser from Boostology releases a relaxing aroma of essential oils into a room. The solid glass jar holds jet black lava which absorbs then releases the scent, making for an aesthetic talking point on any mantelpiece. Priced from £39.
4. For the chocaholic mum you need to pull out all the stops, and to do this we recommend the irresistable Pierre Marcolini four-tier selection box. Four drawers are filled with cocoa-based history: the “Malline Découverte”, 36 “Grands Crus” chocolate ganaches, 36 “Pralinés Anciens d”Aujourd”hui” and 25 of Marcolini’s iconic “Hearts”. £134.
5. Lasting longer than a bunch of flowers and less fattening than chocolates, the Little Soap Company Pamper Pack is 100% cruelty free and organic, and the sweet Rose geranium scent exudes happiness with every scrub. Featuring soap, bubble bath, an essential oil candle and more, this is a perfect pamper treat for mum to enjoy at home or to take on a trip when lockdown lifts. £45.
6. The beautiful Flutter Hearts bracelet from Fossil is delicate and light to wear, with a rose gold tone and pretty diamante heart in the middle. Perfect as a day accessory or finisher to glam outfit in the evening. Matching necklace and earrings are availabel to complete the look. £39.
7. Rainy day? Still in lockdown? There’s no need to take mum out on an adventure, enjoy your very own Escape Room at home! The Escape Room In A Box (3in1) is suitable for all the family and great fun! Teamwork, creativity, logic, and attention to detail will be needed to unlock the door and make your escape in time! £99.
8. The revitalising power of cosy and chic nightwear can’t be underestimated, and we’ve found the perfect gift in the new Savile Row Company range of organic cotton PJs and more. Not just great to look at (and feel), each piece arrives in fully recyclable packaging — so gifting a set to mum means you’ll doing your part for the environment too. Prices vary, see website for full range.
9. Cranes Cranberry Gin is handcrafted in Cambridgeshire in small batches by co-founders and twin brothers Ben and Dan Ritsema, and is hands down the tastiest gin we’ve tasted all year. Over 50 of the finest cranberries go into each bottle, creating this smooth and fruity, yet delightfully sharp gin. Available from Amazon, Ocado and https://drinkcranes.shop. £32 for 70cl.
10. Give the gift of flowers this Mother’s Day with the Girasole three-course meal from La Tua Pasta. This incredible feast of restaurant-quality Italian-ispired food features a tasty and tangy pear and blue cheese sunflower ravioli, and the most indulgent dessert mum could wish for in the hazelnut milk chocolate Bomboloni dumplings. The meal comes cold-packed ready for the fridge and takes just minutes to cook at home. Compliment with some sparkling Starlino Italian cocktails – perfect both as an aperitif and accompaniment – and it’s like dining at The Dorchester (a La Tua customer, of course) without leaving your own home. £37.50.
