As the academic year draws to a close, it’s got us to thinking about the wonderful job that teachers do, as they prepare for their well-deserved summer break. They pass on knowledge and guidance, they encourage and educate, and most of all they put up with our children all year round! There comes a time when we need to say THANK YOU for all they do, on behalf of our little ones. But the best way? Don’t worry, we’ve got it covered with personalised gift ideas that will make your child memorable for all the right reasons! An Apple a Day The humble apple has for a long time been a symbol associated with teaching and the classroom, for a...

We are proud to announce that we have been selected as preferred suppliers for The Italian Villa at Compton Acres, Poole. The wedding venue is one of Dorset's finest, we are therefore honoured to be recognised for our high quality products and involvement in the 2017/2018 local supplier programme. Our range of handmade, wooden wedding styling items including our Table Plans, Table Numbers and Bunting will provide the perfect backdrop at the exclusive location. What;s more, our Bridesmaid, Best Man and Mother of the Bride/Groom Hampers will also tie in with any theme and make for the ideal gift for your wedding party. Throughout the year we shall be attending one of the wedding fairs held at The Italian Villa so be sure to come...

If there's one family member that you can guarantee will be hard to buy for, it's your dad. Whether it's his birthday, his Christmas stocking or the big "dad day" in June, dads are always a dilemma. Father's Day is creeping up on the 18th June, but the good news is that Create Gift Love have got you covered! With a huge range of personalised gifts to cater for the difficult dads that have it all, to the brand new daddies with all the fun ahead of them, you're sure to find something that suits. All of our products are designed and made with care in our UK workshop in the New Forest, ensuring quality and authenticity. Giving something personalised means...

Roll up, roll up it's May's Prize Draw! With the kid's half term nearly upon us this Family Luggage Tag Set is ideal for a sunny getaway.  Printed with an on-trend tropical theme, you can personalise the back with your contact details as well as including your family name on the front.  The winner will be selected at random on Wednesday 31st May 2017. Entries must be received by 23.59GMT on Tuesday 30th May, 2017 and the winner will be notified by email. If you fancy a chance of WINNING then read the simple instructions below. TO ENTER: Comment on this blog post below telling us what your one must-have item is for holiday. Simple! It could be a good book,...

Christenings can be an incredibly special occasion in the early life of your little one - a chance to get together to celebrate their birth and welcome them into the community, whether that means your loving friends and relatives or the wider Church family. Although perhaps not as popular as they once were, Christenings are still very frequent in the church calendar. The Church of England perform around 10,000 Christenings every month, and non-religious Naming Ceremonies have grown in popularity in recent years. Whether you're religious or not, one thing is for sure - this tradition's not going anywhere.  Tradition plays a huge part in Christening arrangements, from the inherited family gown to the silver spoon and Christening bangle. These...

Here at Create Gift Love each of our team members play an important part in ensuring the success of the business. Our 'Meet the Team' feature will give a more in-depth overview of what we do, how we work together and what it feels like to be one big happy family! This time it's the turn of our newest team member, Georgia, our Creative Assistant.  How long have you worked at Create Gift Love? Only two months so far but the time has flown by. What's your background and how did you end up working with wood?! I graduated from university last year with a degree in English and I always knew I wanted to incorporate writing and creativity in my...

*THIS PRIZE DRAW IS NOW CLOSED* Roll up, roll up! It's April's Prize Draw and we have something really special for you. With spring finally upon us our thoughts turn to holidays and the summer season. Be sure to look stylish on your travels with our Personalised Leather Passport Holder Kit and Wanderlust Luggage Tag, along with a Wooden Photo Block and Leather Photo Keyring to showcase your memories.   If you fancy a chance of WINNING all of these stunning items WORTH OVER £100 then read the simple instructions below. TO ENTER: Comment on this blog post below with the one place in the world you'd most like to go on holiday. Simple! The winner will be selected at random...

Gifting is our bread and butter at Create Gift Love - it's in the name! - and we know how important it is to find the right gift for the right person. For a special occasion or a heartfelt surprise, gifts are even better when presented with a wow factor. That's why we're really excited to launch our new premium packaging service, which was already a big hit this Mother's Day! This upgrade offers an extra element of luxury and takes the hassle out of having to think about wrapping yourself. Our current design incorporates the sights and smells of an English rose garden: with a beautiful floral motif printed on the box and Damask rose scented potpourri inside, your lucky...