Look what's just arrived!

Now, some would accuse me of having been a bit quiet of late... not keeping up with my social media responsibilities, ignoring the blog, tut - where have I been?!

Well, I haven't been relaxing or playing hooky, don't worry: I've been working like a crazy person on a brand new range for the website. And boy, I'm so excited about these!

My new personalised Wooden Picture Blocks are now (finally) live - after many test runs and working out, they're now up on the website for all to see (and buy!). These gorgeous chunky wooden blocks are available in a range of designs.

Each block is made from thick solid pine, deep enough to freestand - so they'll look great on a windowsill, shelf, or mantelpiece! The blocks are beautifully cut and carefully sanded so that they are super smooth on all sides and edges. The artwork is printed on gorgeous textured traditionally-made watercolour paper, and then carefully mounted onto the block. The whole piece is then given 3 coats of matte varnish to seal the print and wood, protecting it from dirt and dust.

Each wooden block features the natural wood grain on the sides and reverse - and each one is uniquely different.

You can find the new personalised Wooden Picture Block range over on the website by clicking here. The blocks are £18.95, including free UK delivery.

If you sign up to the mailing list before 7.30pm this evening you'll receive an awesome discount code to celebrate their launch! So if you're not on the list, head over and sign up quickety-quick!

I really hope you like the new Picture Blocks!

Sarah x

Top 10 personalised Father's Day gift ideas

It's a strange fact that we, as children, spend on average less on gifts for our Dad's for Father's Day than we do when it comes to Mother's Day. And it's an even stranger fact that we tend to do most of our shopping for gifts at those big retail giants - you know, the supermarkets, the website biggies that name themselves after rivers, that type of thing... How boring!

Let's put an end to all that - it isn't all about the money, and how much we spend on Dad, it's all about the thought and love that goes into the gift we buy. Whether we spend a £1 or £100 - or even nothing at all, and just treat him to breakfast in bed!

So, forget those hideous conglomerates and stop giving your hard-earned cash to those uber-businesses that aren't really bothered about you - why not treat Dad this Father's Day to a truly unique and special gift, something you'll love giving and that will make him smile with real pleasure!

Here's a run down of the Top 10 gift ideas I think your Dad (or Grandad) will adore this Father's Day - handmade, British made, created to order, and really special (and all with FREE UK delivery too):


1) Personalised Blue Heritage Plaque, £17.95 - personalise with any wording
2) Personalised Beard Wearer Vintage Print, £14.50 - part of a range of designs (there's one for moustache wearers too!)
3) 'Always Be Yourself' personalised print, from £14.50 - comic book superhero prints for your SuperDad...
4) Personalised Hammer, £17.95 - perfect for the DIY dad, personalised with any wording of your choosing
5) Personalised Fork & Trowel Garden Set, £17.95 - the best gift for the green-fingered gardener
6) Personalised 'Garden' Hoop print, £18.50 - a really unique gift idea, part of a range of designs
7) Father's Day print, £14.50 - available in a choice of colours and wording styles, this print will leave him in no doubt as to how special he is!
8) Personalised Mug, £12.75 - beautiful range of personalised mugs, you'll find some lovely designs here that he'll love...
9) Handpainted personalised 'Daddy' gift plate - a stunning plate, created to order and perfect for serving that toast in bed on Father's Day!
10) Official Football Gifts, from £11.99 - got a footie mad Dad? He'll love these official personalised gifts for his favourite team

And if you need even more ideas, take a look at the personalised Gifts for Him section on the PhotoFairytales site. With a bigger than ever range of gift ideas this year, you'll be spoiled for choice!

Sarah x

What to buy for Father's Day when men are SO hard to buy for?!

It's Father's Day on June 19th this year... so what do you get the
man who pretty much has everything he could ever want? 

Why are men so impossibly hard to buy a gift for? Unless they are the type who has a specific hobby or interest (or unless you have an unlimited income!), it can be difficult to find the right present. Which can make the looming Father's Day (June 19th) a bit tricky...

Take my own husband (please! - ha ha, only joking, ahem), he is a prime example. Come birthday or Christmas or Father’s Day for example, and it’s usually the same scenario: me stumped for ideas. If I ask him what he wants his usual reply is: “nothing really”. I think perhaps one of these days I’ll call his bluff - I know for sure that if he was really given “nothing” he’d feel pretty fed up!

I think this is one of the main differences between men and women. Ask me what I want for my birthday and I usually have a list for you - a rolling one - which gets carried over from Christmas to birthday! It’s not that I’m greedy, but there’s always something you’d love to own, right?

I’m assuming your man is not a millionaire and therefore already has everything in the world, so when you put aside the unrealistic sports-car-type gifts, is there anything left out there that you can buy for him that would really, really delight him? Something with a “wow” factor?

The tacky gadgets that get left in a cupboard - the golf ball polisher and the remote control fart machine - understandably have a short life. So what can you buy the man in your life who either has everything, or more likely, no idea what he wants?

The right personalised gift can prove to be an ideal solution. Something that raises a smile, or laughter even. Get it right and you could just be finding the perfect gift that ticks all the boxes. Ideally it would be something truly thoughtful that will be treasured for many years, or perhaps something both fun and practical. If you can do all that you can relax - you’ve done it, you’ve found the perfect gift. Now all you need to worry about is the next gift time…!

Find fun, touching, thoughtful and practical personalised gifts for him at www.PhotoFairytales.co.uk. Bespoke gifts and keepsakes created to order and truly original. Gifts for him: for birthday, Christmas, Father’s Day, anniversary.

Sarah x

Last Minute Father's Day Gift Idea!

Father's Day (June 16th) is looming, and if you've left it a bit late don't worry - here's a great gift idea that will certainly raise a grin!

The new range of Superhero prints can all be fully personalised - you can not only add their name, but also list their own special super powers and - erm - vulnerabilities! The superhero on the print will even feature their initials on the costume too.

You can order right up until Tuesday 11th June and orders will be sent via 1st class recorded delivery. Visit the website here for more details or to place an order!

Sarah :)

Father's Day - gift ideas for dads and grandads

Father's Day is just over a couple of weeks away (June 16th), but there's still time to order a great personalised pressie for the best Dad in the world! There are loads of goodies to choose from on the website, but here's just a small round up of ideas for you:

1: ‘I Love You This Much’ personalised print, available in pink or blue, £14.50

2: Personalised Blue Heritage Plaque, personalise with any wording you like, £17.50

3: ‘Family Sayings’ canvas print (can be commissioned in any colour), from £16.95

4: ‘Defender of the Realm’ fantasy portrait, from £15

5: Personalised Family Print, available in two designs and a selection of colours, £14.50

6:  Personalised Vintage Handbill Print (range of designs available), £14.50

7: Personalised Newspaper (range of stories available), from £12.50