Guest MaryEMac Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 My niece who is also my god-daughter will be 18 on April 2nd. Anyone got any suggestions for a present, cos my mind has gone blank. Mind you it's my husband's birthday on saturday and my grandson's on monday and I have no idea for them either. . Luckily for me, my husband will be travelling home from Russia on Sat so I have another day to shop, Any ideas for my niece will be gratefully received. Thank you. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_79 Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 A piece of jewellery, silver maybe? A book token? The universal token that allows her to save up for something special? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 My sister bought my niece a suitcase for her 18th. My sisters daughter had one for her 18th and she really loved it, you can get some really funky ones these day. I bought her some jewellery and gave her some money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 Hmmm, you might not thank me for this but I am recommending troll beads- they are Scandinavian Charm Beads that you start and add to over time. I have been collecting them for a few years now and lots of my friends and family have bought beads for me. You buy a basic chain and lock (either necklace or bracelet) and then add the beads. The beads are glass or silver (they have gold too but they are mega expensive). Some of the beads have meanings. Have a look at the website and see what you think- if you are interested. Not all shops sell them but there is a list of retailers on their site here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_64 Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 Your link didn't take me anywhere fairynough but I'm hoping that this is what you meant! Troll beads Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 HOw about a "beauty day", I booked a half day for my sister to have a facial, massage, eyelash tint etc, it was reasonably priced and I found the info online, sorry can't find it now! For something to keep jewellery is always nice, something you always tell people over the years "Aunty Mary gave me this for my 18th" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 You don't say what your budget is but I got a really good gift for my 21st and have repeated the idea many times.I don't have any of the items now just the memory of the love and laughter that went with it and funnily its the present I remember and thats what special occasions should be. My friend had packed a box with 21 individually wrapped gifts-some funny, some cheap and some just naff.I really enjoyed un-wrapping them bit like unpacking a christmas socking I done it for wedding-a box of goods for first grocery shop.The kind of things you don't think about like salt, tin of beans-homemade 'do not disturb' sign-kitchen roll New home-washing up liquid, bucket, dish cloths, toilet roll, coffee, biscuits 18th for family member-nail varnish removal pads, copy of highway code, key ring with name, love heart sweets, 18th balloons basically I just go to a shop like Tesco's extra where theres a wide selection of goods and pick 2 or 3 from each section. I usually get the box first and fill it as I go then wrap each gift fill up the box with shreaded paper/sequins then wrap the hold thing in appropriate paper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_1469 Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 i have bought St Christopher pendants before now, 'to look after you when you travel, and to return you safely to those you love and who love you too' and they always seem to go down well. However....................I LOVE those troll beads....might have to invest in some!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_4495 Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 When I was 18 (just about remember the time...) I asked for something to start collecting - I thought about teapots as you can get a whole range of themed ones but chose 'curious cats' - ornaments of cats doing mischievous (sp) things. Could you start a collection for her, if she is interested? How about looking at getting personal as there are gift days and heaps of presents that can be personalised to make it extra special. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_2760 Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 What about one of the Terramundi pots (decorated earthenware money pots) They come in all different designs (with 18 on etc )and are really trendy. I think you can save up to about 300 pounds in them over time - unfortunately you have to smash the pot eventually. They come with a fortune coin which you can keep. You could put a couple of pound coins in to start her off. http://www.terramundi.co.uk/?gclid=CPvM4eb...CFSHTXgodAhW1CA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 Your link didn't take me anywhere fairynough but I'm hoping that this is what you meant! Troll beads Thanks Beau, not sure what went wrong there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MaryEMac Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 Thanks everyone, some brilliant ideas there. I like the idea of the troll beads and also getting 18 little presents. I've got a little while to get them. Thanks again. Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_8466 Posted February 14, 2008 Share Posted February 14, 2008 Hmmm, you might not thank me for this but I am recommending troll beads Just what I need - I haven't taken up a new addiction for: ooh must be a few months now (some time around September when I started my degree course ) I love the look of Troll beads: beautiful - and I guess no-one is ever short of a gift idea. Wonder if I can add it to my birthday list... Maz PS Mary - do let us know what you choose in the end won't you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_1469 Posted March 2, 2008 Share Posted March 2, 2008 oh dear, these trollbeads.........now have a bracelet, a lovely fish lock and a dragon bead so far.........and have sent for a couple more beads........this is going to prove costly, especially as my daughter came to the shop with me and oohed and aaahhhed so much, i ended up buying her a bracelet and lock too........she can buy her own beads though!! Fairynough, where do you buy your beads?????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 2, 2008 Share Posted March 2, 2008 My daughter says 'flowers, a hand-tie, really cool funky ones' but she's biassed cos she works in a florists!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MaryEMac Posted March 2, 2008 Share Posted March 2, 2008 I looked at the Troll beads but they are a little pricy, so have decided on an ordinary charm bracelet which can be added to. My daughter likes that idea cos she can get her a charm for her 18th. We'd better make sure that we go shopping together !! Mary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_8466 Posted March 2, 2008 Share Posted March 2, 2008 I looked at the Troll beads but they are a little pricy, so have decided on an ordinary charm bracelet which can be added to. My daughter likes that idea cos she can get her a charm for her 18th. We'd better make sure that we go shopping together !! Mary Glad you got it sorted, Mary - now all you need to do is spend the money! I'm sure she'll love it. Maz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 2, 2008 Share Posted March 2, 2008 oh dear, these trollbeads.........now have a bracelet, a lovely fish lock and a dragon bead so far.........and have sent for a couple more beads........this is going to prove costly, especially as my daughter came to the shop with me and oohed and aaahhhed so much, i ended up buying her a bracelet and lock too........she can buy her own beads though!! Fairynough, where do you buy your beads?????? Hi Narnia - luckily there is a jewellers in my local town (that's how I found out about them) that sells them or will order. I also looked on the website under retailers and have checked out other shops when I have been in that place. Greens of Cheltenham is the best I have found so far, they always have loads of beads in stock. With the glass beads I personally prefer to choose them myself as no two are identical. Take care if buying off e-bay as many are fake!!!!!!!!!!! They really are addictive though. Enjoy your bracelet xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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