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Top 10 Gifts Mum will love this Mother’s Day

When was the last time you called or visited your mum? If you’re now feeling a bit guilty, check out our top 10 Mother’s Day gift ideas and spoil your mum this Mother’s Day, Sunday 13 May.

Whilst Mr Gift specialises in great gift ideas for guys, we also have a lots of unisex gifts that mum will love too.
What’s the best way to choose a gift for your mum? The first rule of gift buying is to really think about the person you are buying a gift for. Consider what they enjoy doing and what their interests are. Although this might sound obvious, it’s important to listen to them – they may have developed a new interest or started a new hobby, such as cooking, gardening, reading etc. Always try to buy gifts that complement their passions – old and new.
We have also categorised our top gifts into areas that your mum might be interested in, such as homewares and gifts for the kitchen and garden, so hopefully this will give you a few ideas. Check out our website for additional gift ideas in other categories or shop by price point.
Gifts for the home:
1.    Mapkins, Paris $8.95– Take mum to Paris (even if you can’t afford the airfare) with these gorgeous paper napkins decorated with maps of Paris, New York and London.
2.    Joseph Joseph Quicksnap Ice Tray $14.95 – Make mum’s life easier with Joseph Joseph’s clever Quicksnap Ice Tray. Unlike traditional ice trays, removing ice cubes from this tray has never been easier.  
 
3.    Fred Half Pint Glass Carton Jug $19.95 – Mum will love this quirky little jug – it’s also a great conversation piece when friends drop in for a cuppa.
4.    Record Coasters, set of 4 $24.95 or 2 sets for $40 – You can never have too many coasters – especially when they look this good! They’re essential for protecting your coffee and dining table surfaces from dreaded water marks. Also check out the matching Record Placemats.
Gifts for Mums who love to cook:
5.    Joseph Joseph Chop2Pot Plus Chopping Board $17.95 – This is the ultimate chopping board for quick and easy meal preparation.  
6.    Cubic Timer $49.95 – This fun timer is a kitchen essential with settings of 3, 10, 30 or 60 mins, so you’ll never have over-cooked eggs or a burnt muffins again!
7.    Joseph Joseph No-Spill Salt and Pepper Mill $69.95 – The quickest and easiest way to season your meals with no mess or fuss.
8.    Joseph Joseph Elevate Carousel Gift Set $79.95 – No kitchen is complete without this bright, fun (and practical) utensil set.
Gifts for Green-thumb mums:
9.    Thumb Waterer $24.95 – The gentlest way to water small seedlings and delicate plants.
10.  Eggling, Wild Strawberry $24.95 – A unique, fun way to grow plants indoors – perfect for your kitchen or windowsill. Also available in basil and mint.
SPECIAL OFFER: Receive FREE delivery and a FREE Credit Card Night Light with all Mother’s Day orders over $50 purchased before Sunday 13 May. Simply enter code MUM when you place your order.
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BRAND OF THE WEEK: Alife Design

Alife Design believes that “design is very similar to dating”. Their theory stems from “carefully watching people’s lives” and endeavouring “to make our lives more enriched and enjoyable by contemplating hidden needs from various movements and implementing something sophisticated to satisfy the needs”.

It’s this attention to detail that makes us love Alife Design so much. Their quirky products stylishly meet our lifestyle requirements, whilst offering quality and value for money.
The Card Holder $14.95 (or 2 for $25), Biz CardHolder $34.95 each (or 2 for $60) and Travel Pouch $24.95 (or 2 for $40) are constructed from glossy black and red PVC, and like a shiny red apple, are just too good to resist.
The Charger Pouch $39.95 each (or 2 for $60) is a new addition to the range and a travel essential. Protect your cords and chargers for your phone, laptop, iPod, etc. whilst keeping them all in one handy location.
The unique, functional design of Alife Design’s products makes them ideal gift options for the traveller or guy-on-the-go in your life.
BUY NOW and receive FREE DELIVERY on any Alife Design product purchased before 5pm Fri 13 April 2012. Simply enter code ALIFE when you place your order.
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Top Wedding Anniversary gift ideas

There seems to be a lot of confusion surrounding the right gift to buy for wedding anniversaries. Part of this confusion may be related to conflicting gift ideas from the UK and the US. We’ve tried to make things easy for you with our definitive list of anniversary gifts, along with some great gift suggestions:

1st anniversary: Paper (US) or Cotton (UK)

These paper Mapkins (napkins) are bound to get a smile at your next social gathering. Available maps include London, Paris and New York. $8.95 for a pack of 20.

2nd anniversary – Cotton (US) or Paper (UK)

These gorgeous little paper gift tags $1.50ea are a fun and (environmentally friendly) way to label your gifts. Made from recycled paper, they are embedded with Oregano or Thyme seeds. They’re the gift that keeps giving!  

3rd anniversary – Leather (US and UK)

Select a gift crafted in leather from our extensive range of leather products, including wallets, bags, laptop cases, iPad cases and pencil cases from brands including Helen Kaminski, Alan Myerson, Labrador and Boheme.

4th anniversary – Linen and silk (US) or fruit and flowers (UK)

Helen Kaminski’s Phoenix linen/cotton fedora hat $149.95 is a versatile accessory that will suit most men.  

5th anniversary – Wood (US and UK)

e+m have a great range of contemporary pens, pencils and letter openers that have been carefully crafted in a variety of woods such as olive and black oak. Prices start from $59.95.

Alternatively, enjoy some log-tossing fun with cool Finnish game, Klop for $64.95.

Gardeners will love the little wooden seed tool $19.95 that is designed to sow seeds quickly and evenly.

6th anniversary – Iron (US) or sugar (UK)

7th anniversary – Copper (US) or wool (US and UK)

8th anniversary – Bronze (US) or salt (UK)

9th anniversary – Pottery (US) or copper (UK)

The Thumb Waterer $24.95  is a terracotta vessel designed to gently water plants. The simple design is easy to use – simply submerge the waterer in a bucket of water to fill and place your thumb over the hole in the top. When you are ready to use, remove your thumb from the hole to gently release the water over your plants.

10th anniversary – Tin or aluminium (US and UK)

11th anniversary – Steel (US and UK)

BBQ anywhere, anytime with the Portable BBQ in galvanised steel, $49.95 – awesome for picnics, camping and the beach.

12th anniversary – Silk (US) or fine linen (UK)

13th anniversary – Lace (US and UK)

14th anniversary – Ivory

These days, genuine ivory is a controversial material due to its uncertain provenance, but if we’re talking about colour, Alan Myerson’s Trilby and Panama Fedora hats in ivory at $115 each are great gift options.

15th anniversary – Crystal (US and UK)

Ok, ok, so technically these items don’t contain crystal, but they’re still really cool glassware pieces that make awesome gifts. Check out our Grey Goose glasses $29.95 for a pair
Fred Thirsty Hopped Up Beer Glass $14.95
Fred Half Pint Glass Jug $19.95

20th anniversary – China (US and UK)

This is where the anniversaries start getting good – see, it’s worth sticking at it in the long run! Silver, gold, platinum, diamond, emerald and ruby are where it’s at. Whilst we don’t have a huge variety of gifts made from diamonds (yet), we have added a few options that meet the criteria for colour, so hopefully this might give you some other (cheaper) ideas:

25th anniversary – Silver (US and UK)

Micro Gem Headphones $39.95
Card Speaker in silver $89.95
Cigar Gift Set $29.95

30th anniversary – Pearl (US and UK)

35th anniversary – Jade (US) or coral (US and UK)

40th anniversary – Ruby (US and UK)

Bloccon Red Jug $19.95
Alife Design Biz Card Holder $34.95
Alan Myerson Red Slouch Wallet $155
Arwey Lau Notebook $34.95

45th anniversary – Sapphire (US and UK)

Fred Ice Attacks Ice Tray $12.95

Air Chair in navy $349.95

50th anniversary – Golden (US and UK)

Fred Have an Ice Day Ice Tray $9.95

55th anniversary – Emerald (US and UK)

LED Watch in emerald green $99

60th anniversary – Diamond (US and UK)

70th anniversary – Platinum (US and UK)

75th anniversary – Diamond and gold (US and UK)

80th anniversary – Oak

So now you have no more excuses for forgetting which anniversaries are which, and hopefully we’ve given you a bit of inspiration along the way. As we add more gift ideas to the site we will continue to update this blog post with more ideas, so check back from time to time for more anniversary gift ideas.
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BRAND OF THE WEEK: Oopsmark

We’re constantly on the lookout for new, unique products from emerging designers and artisans. High-quality handmade products (particularly from reclaimed or recycled products) are at the top of our list, especially if they have a unique point of difference or an interesting story behind them.

Oopsmark from Montreal, Canada certainly ticks all of the above boxes.  Jesse Herbert, self-titled “designer, engineer, musician and jack of many trades” is the creative genius behind the brand. Always the curious, industrious-type, Jesse graduated from the University of Waterloo with an Honours Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Whilst he has worked for a number of renowned employers, such as Environment Canada, JDS Uniphase, Bombardier and Bauer, “his passion lies in helping cool people do what they do, but better, easier and faster.” LOVE IT!

 

A move to Montreal in 2009 has seen Jesse focus his attention on leather products, “fusing function and style with his various collections” in his Mile-End workshop.

 

We’re completely besotted by Oopsmark’s Bicycle Wine Rack. Why do we love it so much?

 

1.       It combines two of our favourite pastimes: wine + cycling = FUN!

 

2.       The leather rack is easy to attach to most bicycle frames. It features a simple clamping system under the leather to hold it securely in place.

 

3.       With a 3” diameter, the rack is designed to carry most bottles, including wine bottles, water bottles and even Vodka bottles!

 

4.       The rack is handcrafted from olive oil-treated vegetable tanned leather and antique brass fasteners (from reclaimed hardware). The natural treatment used on this high quality leather ensures it will age beautifully. 

 

5.       We haven’t seen anything else like this – it’s a unique, innovative product and an awesome gift (along with other great gift ideas from Mr Gift).  

 

BUY NOW and receive FREE DELIVERY on any Oopsmark Bicycle Wine Rack purchased before 5pm Fri 6 April 2012. Simply enter code OOPS when you place your order.

Check out Oopsmark’s cool video to see this fascinating product in action…

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BRAND OF THE WEEK: Senz° Umbrellas

Having just walked home on a cold and blustery evening, I can really relate to what Senz° aim to achieve with their innovative umbrella brand. At some point we’ve all experienced the frustration of an unreliable umbrella that:

·         Blows inside out in strong winds
·         Breaks easily, often revealing sharp metal pieces that are dangerous to unsuspecting eyes
·         Leaks
·         Provides poor visibility
Fortunately, help is at hand since Senz° revolutionised the humble umbrella. It all began in 2005 when a young Dutch design student (also frustrated with his unreliable umbrella), questioned why it is that we can get to the moon and back, yet we can’t design one decent umbrella! Determined to find a solution to this problem, he spent months generating ideas and shortlisting designs until finally, the Senz° umbrella was born.
What is the secret to Senz°’s successful design? The asymmetric shape that catches less wind and prevents the umbrella from turning inside out. However, this is not the only difference from a traditional umbrella. Our clever design student didn’t stop there – he added other features such as:
·         Ribs that are hinged at the tips (to ensure they can’t break) so that wind is evenly distributed
·         An aerodynamic design that “slices” through all winds up to 100km/h
·         A light but strong frame that is comfortable to hold
·         UV protection of UPF 50+
·         A smooth opening mechanism that has been integrated with the handle
·         A shape that offers perfect visibility and maximum protection
This winter, we challenge you to bin your old brolly and try the Senz° umbrella. Senz° umbrellas are available in several different sizes including:
1. Senz Mini Umbrella $64.95
2. Senz Original Umbrella $74.95
3. Senz Umbrella XL $99.95

They make the perfect men’s accessory gift for guys that are hard to buy for. Offering the perfect combination of function and design, guys will be fascinated by how the Senz° umbrella works and will love the sleek, contemporary look.

BUY NOW and receive FREE DELIVERY on any Senz° umbrella purchased before 5pm Fri 30 March 2012. Simply enter code SENZ when you place your order.
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Five reasons why weather stations are the ultimate gifts for gadget guys

If you haven’t bought one already, a weather station should be at the top of your gift list for guys who love their gadgets. Here are five reasons why they’re the perfect gadget gift:

1.    There are a number of different weather stations available to suit their lifestyle and your budget.
2.    Guys will have fun setting up their weather station and figuring out how it works (as well as using it on a daily basis).  
3.    Many weather stations double as an alarm clock, so they’re a 2-in-1 gadget.
4.    You’ll always be prepared and know what to wear before you leave the house in the morning.
5.    He’ll love reciting the stats from the history record to his mates. Forget the BOM – you’ll have your own live-in weather man!

Check out our new Saxon weather stations that cater for weather novices and professionals alike:

1. Weather Station with wired sensor $49.95
Whatever the weather, be prepared with the Thermo Hygrometer weather station. This sleek looking device is beautifully finished and easy to use. Key features include:
    • Wired sensor that easily measures indoor/outdoor temperature.
    • Weather display, including indoor humidity
    • Hour, minute and second display
    • Time, day, date and month display
    • Alarm with snooze
    • An option of Cº/Fº and 12/24 hour display
    • Operated by 2 x AAA batteries (not included)
2. Weather Station, 8710P3 $99.95
With a few more options than the Weather Station with Wired Sensor, the 8710P3 is a 433MHz wireless weather station that offers excellent value for money, with ample features including:
    • Barometer
    • Time, Day, Date and Month with option of 12 or 24 hour time
    • Moon phase display
    • High, medium & low tide indication
    • Snooze alarm function
    • Perpetual calendar up to year 2099
    • Weather forecast icons with five options: sunny, semi-sunny, cloudy, rainy and cloudburst
    • Indoor / outdoor relative humidity range: 20% – 90%
    • Temperature range: 0°C – 50°C (indoor), 20°C – 60°C (outdoor) with the option of °C / °F display
    • Indoor / outdoor Hygro-thermometer
    • Trend indicator Max / min memory for Hygro-thermometer
    • Outdoor temperature alert function
    • Outdoor Hygro-thermometer from a maximum of 3 different wireless sensors by 433MHz RF transmission.
3. Weather Station, multi-function SA6033

For the serious weather enthusiast, you can’t go past the multi-function weather station. Featuring separate devices that measure rainfall, wind and temperature/humidity the SA6033 delivers an endless source of fascinating data. Featuring all the bells and whistles, this unit includes:

    • Key weather measurements, including: rainfall, wind speed, chill and direction, current dew point and temperature, which are recorded via five channels (three for temp and humidity, one for wind and the other for rain).
    • Comprehensive display information, including:
      1. BAR display in dynamic curve
      2. Pressure measurement
      3. History record and trend display of pressure in the past 12 hours
      4. Max/Min value of indoor and outdoor temperature
      5. Humidity
    • Components within this pack include: wireless sensor, rain gauge, anemometer and weather station display panel.
Additional features include:
    • Radio controlled clock
    • Perpetual calendar with moon phase, RCC (WWWVB, DCF); NO_RCC; Moon phase display
    • LED backlight
    • Alarm with snooze and backlight.

SPECIAL OFFER: Receive FREE DELIVERY on any weather station purchased before 5pm Weds 21 March 2012. Simply enter code WEATHER when you place your order.

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BRAND OF THE WEEK: Alan Myerson

Australian brand, Alan Myerson is the brainchild of dynamic design duo, Alan Myerson and Prue Buckley. The Alan Myerson collection features luxurious leather accessories for men and women, as well as Alpaca knitwear and hats. Myerson and Buckley draw inspiration for their collections from exotic locations such as Southern Mexico, the Atlas Mountains of Morocco and the Andes of Peru and Ecuador.

After working for a designer menswear retailer in Melbourne’s prestigious Little Collins Street, Myerson identified a gap in the market for quality men’s accessories. Fifteen years later, Myerson has travelled thousands of kilometres to remote locations to source high-quality materials and gather a talented team of craftspeople and artisans. Myerson is passionate about building strong manufacturing relationships and fair trade practices with local people and communities overseas.

Prue Buckley “believes in creating streamlined, simple pieces that are beautiful and versatile”. With a background in retail and women’s fashion, Buckley understands the importance of fashionable pieces that are designed to last. Buckley’s experience in costume design also helps her design original and beautiful pieces in a variety of materials.  

The Alan Myerson brand works to the simple philosophy of creating “timeless pieces by incorporating a subtle twist to essentially clean design; using skilled craftspeople for production, resulting in quality pieces that can be worn for seasons to come”. In addition to skilled craftspeople, Alan Myerson products are created using high-quality materials and simple tools, which give pieces a “hand-made” feel. The range is jointly designed by Myerson and Buckley in their home on the Victorian coast.

Some of Alan Myerson’s leather products are manufactured locally in Melbourne, whilst others are produced by an offshore manufacturer that Myerson has a built a longstanding relationship with. Top-quality, full-grain skins are sourced from Italy and Japan to ensure product longevity and that they meet Alan Myerson’s high standards.
Mr Gift is proud to support the Alan Myerson brand by stocking their men’s leather accessories and hats.
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Who is Mr Gift?

Finally! There is quick and easy solution for buying gifts for guys…

My father’s birthday, my husband’s birthday and Christmas are the three times of the year that I dread, because buying gifts for the men in my life becomes increasingly difficult every year. Even when asked what gifts they would like, neither of them are helpful with their reply of “nothing”. So what do you buy for the man who has everything?

                      
Having worked in retail for a number of years, I have a pretty good understanding of what women want. But when it came to men, I was clueless – until now. Having personally experienced a gap in the market for quality men’s gifts (yes, you can have too many socks, shot glasses and stubbie coolers), I discussed my dilemma with female friends and family members and realised I wasn’t alone.

This was when the inspiration for a one-stop men’s gift shop struck. Mr Gift offers gift solutions for the most discerning dad, fussy father or particular partner. All brands and products are carefully sourced to ensure that men of all ages, with a variety of interests are covered.
 

Who is Mr Gift for?
Wives, girlfriends, mums, sisters, daughters – Mr Gift was developed with you in mind. We promise to keep your shopping experience quick and easy so you can find the perfect gift, every time. Sometimes we all need to treat ourselves, so Mr Gift is also the perfect place for men to browse and purchase products for themselves. Specialising in a high-quality brand mix, Mr Gift offers the latest men’s fashion accessories, grooming products, homewares, gardening products and office gadgets. Guys, you can shop with confidence knowing that our product quality is second to none, and you’ll be the envy of your friends with the latest model or design.
 

Why shop with us?Although there are hundreds of other online gift stores out there, Mr Gift is all about ‘quality’ – quality products, service and advice. ‘Quality’ doesn’t have to mean ‘expensive’ either. In our eyes, quality is a simple combination of products you can trust, that offer excellent value-for-money, coupled with great service and advice from gift experts.

Visit our website for more men’s gift solutions…