I’m constantly making gifts for Dexter’s grandparents. They’ve had salt dough Christmas tree ornaments with Dexter’s handprints, calendars full of pictures of our little guy, and mini canvas with his scribblings. They do so much for us - from babysitting, to lifts all over town, to cooking us the odd meal when we’re too exhausted. We’re blessed to have such a close relationship with them, and Dexter is so lucky to have them in his life.
Christmases and birthdays are therefore perfect opportunities to give them a really special treat - and maybe something they actually need & want rather than Dexter’s creations! Unfortunately finding something special for two people who never ask for anything is tougher than it looks!
I’ve been searching for the perfect birthday gift for Dexter’s Grandad Terry who is turning 70 in December. It’s such a landmark birthday I want to find him something really special he can keep forever. He’s a fairly hip Grandad so a personalised tea towel or tankard just won’t cut it! The Best Gift Company specialise in designer gifts and have some special and timeless ideas that just might fit the bill.
Grandad Terry loves to travel so I really like these leather weekend bags from Desiderius Bags. Perfect for the Grandad-about-town and much classier than the battered old rucksack I’ve seen him hauling around.
From left to right: Desiderius Bags Albury £179, Desiderius Bags Lismore Italian Leather Bag £199.99
But we’ll also need to treat Nanny Lynne this Christmas too. She works part-time yet spends all her days off surrounded by grandchildren. She’s forever taking Dexter to rhyme-time, playgroups and soft play centres to give me a break and deserves something lovely to say thank you.
Her style is very understated so a set of beautiful pearls and a simple leather clutch would suit her perfectly. I’ve already bought her a beautiful silk scarf for a splash of colour.
From left to right: Jersey Pearl Topaz and Pearl Necklace £90, Jersey Pearl Large White Freshwater Pearl Stud Earrings £77, Buddha to Buddha Arice Smoke Leather Bag £140
Treats aside, I’ll also be hoping to get some fabulous family shots of all of us that I can blow up into a huge canvas for their living room and I’ve already started on a patchwork blanket for Nanny Lynne to snuggle up in when she’s watching Downton Abbey.
Do you struggle to find the perfect gift for your child’s grandparents? What do you usually buy them?
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