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                Picking presents that are novel and interesting gets harder and harder each year, as all the obvious options are worked through and tastes become more ingrained in your recipients! It's easier for small children, as generally they just want the box and wrapping paper that your highly expensive gift arrived in, but by the time friends and family are older, they generally have distinct tastes and wants - and very often may seem to have it all already! This makes it hard to pick something that they will like, is personal to them, and which they'll use for a long while to come - particularly in the age of environmental awareness and cost cutting, it makes sense from both aspects to pick quality presents which will pass the test of time and not automatically head for the bin after a first disposable usage! For these reasons, engraved gifts are a good option to look at...

It used to be the case that most engraved or personalised gifts meant either greatly expensive carriage clocks given to mark retirement, or slightly tacky 'his' and 'her' car accessories and towels - with very little in between! However, the market for engraved quality gifts has really come to life in recent years and there's now a huge range of excellent quality engraved gifts for all ages and interests.

But why engraved gifts? Well essentially their charm lies in the fact that you can personalise them with a special message and a wish or thought for the day in question. So if you were picking an engraved birthday gift you might wish them a happy 30th, and give them a lasting memory of their big day, or you might pick engraved gifts such as small silver jewellery boxes with a loving message in for a girlfriend or Mum for them to keep jewellery in. Engraved gifts are also great for marking important occasions, such as the passing of exams or births - they provide enduring memories of the event, which are sparked whenever anyone reads the message, and they guarantee that your gift lasts the test of time and doesn't end up relegated to a dusty shelf somewhere!

Ideas to get started with
One really beautiful and quirky gift idea is the engraved star, which is a perfect anniversary, wedding or birthday gift - it will put a smile on your loved one's face whenever they pick it up, and it can be used for purely decorative purposes, or as a paperweight! It's a beautiful silver star which measures around 11cm across, and your message will be engraved on its face. It will be a lovely and stylish addition to any home, and will no doubt be treasured for many years...

You might also want to try looking at other quirky engraved gifts such as the pink hip flask! No longer the preserve of country gents, this pink hip flask is far more classy than swigging from a paper bag or directly from the champagne glass! Bring a touch of class to her celebration with this little chic flask which again, will be engraved with the message of your choice. There's space for up to 50 characters, and the flask will hold 2.5 fluid ounces, which is just enough for a little mid-morning lift between meetings... let's hope your gift recipient has a sense of humour! You could even pre-fill it with a little cocktail which you know she'll like - maybe a Malibu and coke or a fancy bellini! These would also be great little gifts for bridesmaids - although you'll know they've taken advantage if they go staggering up the aisle behind the bride looking worse for wear!

Of course these are just two examples of a wide range of engraved gifts that you can choose from. The list really is huge and if you look online there's a far wider catalogue than you'd likely find in the shops - everything from glass ornaments to jewellery boxes and engraved champagne glasses - all classy and top quality gifts that will remain treasured for many years to come.

You could also find that engraved gifts are the ideal solution for corporate gifts - for example, to reward high performing staff or for client promotions. There's really a wide range of situations in which this type of present will be gratefully received, anything from birthdays through to Christenings and Golden Wedding Anniversaries! So get creative and have a good look at the fab range of engraved gifts on offer. Your lucky recipient will be touched at the extra effort you've put in to making their gift just right for them, and after all, seeing that smile on their face is what it's all about!

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