Struggling for a present? From a kids' game and a box of iced biscuits to rejuvenating bath foam and charity teabags, these failsafe gifts have been gratefully received time and again.
A hot-water bottle, only smaller, with stitched covers in linen, gingham and Liberty fabrics, is perfect for an outdoor swimmer, a grandmother who feels the cold, or a parent on the Saturday morning football sidelines. The Dr Seuss book 'Oh, The Places You'll Go!' is a popular graduation gift, packed with inspiration for anyone starting a new job or retiring.
Neom's Perfect Night's Sleep bath foam is a hit with working mums and the generally knackered. A gardening tool for weeding, chopping and digging becomes the most used item in any garden. RNLI's Lifesaver teabags support charity and make a good cup of tea.
Exploding Kittens keeps children entertained on journeys and holidays, while Wreck This Journal encourages kids to deface it, scribble, or throw it out of a window. Jigsaw's classic striped pyjamas have pockets for tissues during winter colds. A peace lily or sansevieria plant brightens interiors and gives responsibility, though note they are toxic to pets and children if ingested.
'The Poetry Pharmacy' is a slim volume of short, powerful poems prescribed for emotional ailments, from parenting trouble to heartbreak. Small gold vermeil hoops are a versatile jewellery gift that many friends own.
