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Unusual giftsGuide to the best places to buy imaginative gifts online in the UKThe shops listed in our 'unusual gifts' category are probably not that familiar to you (yet). But, if you are looking for that unusual and unique gift idea, you should check them out. All are very reputable, well established and deliver from within the UK.
Even though they've obviously named their site to come up top in directories, A1 Gifts offers a surprisingly good selection of unusual and unique products for women, men and kids ... such as a personalised million pound note, a share in a race horse or an acre of the moon. You can search by occasion or genre, which makes it easy to get some extra ideas.
Activity Gifts provides just what the name suggests! Once in a Lifetime activities such as drive a tank, race a rally car or sky-dive from 10,000 feet. Their online catalogue also caters for the less active with their Indulgence range, comprising weekend breaks and pampering days.
The Bradford Group catalogue is the place to find unique collectable plates, ornaments, figurines, music boxes, dolls, jewellery and clocks. Their collections include many themed items such as Elvis Presley, John Wayne, Marilyn Monroe and Disney, and are most suited if you're looking for ideas to give to parents, grandparents or children.
What about a personalised bottle of beer or wine or whisky or champagne as a gift they'll remember? BrandedBeer's easy to use design tool lets you upload a photo, choose a design and create a message of your choice. Prices for a custom gifts start from £19.99 for a custom beer case and £29.99 for champagne.
If you are looking for that unusual gift, then how about a day spent tank driving or white water rafting, a relaxation day at a health spa, a champagne balloon flight or even a dive down to the Titanic? These are just a few of a host of imaginative gifts available at 'Buy a Gift'. There is also a 'hot deals' section with unique gift ideas on special offer.
At 'Create a Gift' you can design your own unique gift using a photograph you provide to make a personalised calender, poster, mug, photo book or card. Use our code 'BSD745' at checkout to get a 10% discount.
At Devoted to Sport you'll be able to find the perfect gift for any sports fan from their wide range of signed memorabilia, framed photos, calenders, football shares the pretty unusual and cool personalised radio commentary. Very popular are their leather "Newspaper Books" which relive the glorious moments of someone's favourite team through newsprints from the early 20th century to the recent past.
Do they like drinking? You're in the right place! Drinkstuff offer the widest range of drink related gifts & gadgets on the net. From cocktail equipment to drinking games, and bar accessories to pub signs - just add the alcohol!
At the Ethical Superstore you'll find an excellent choice of gift ideas for family and friends who care about the environment. This includes fairly traded handcrafts, eco-friendly beauty products, green hampers and unique eco-gadgets like a wind up radio or a solar powered mobile & iPod charger. There's a useful gift guide to help you choose too.
An excellent specialist gift site packed with unusual and cool ideas - such as Star Wars lightsabers, desktop racing cars and a digital golf caddy or ... a naughty weekend kit, an eyezone massager or a vineyard wine tasting trip.
If you are looking for a unique gift why not buy a framed share certificate. FramedShare offer shares in all sorts of companies including big names like Gucci, Harley Davidson, Walt Disney, Rolls Royce and Manchester United. This unique gift not only makes your recipient a shareholder in a company but also gives them the shareholder perks and benefits too.
At Gadgets UK you'll find an excellent selection of gifts, games, boys toys and gadgets. These include mobile phone gadgets, spy stuff, remote control cars, laser pens, and loads of other unusual and innovative products.
While their popular personalised calenders have been featured ITV's This Morning and the BBC, there're many more unique and exclusive gifts on you can buy at Getting Personal. Like the Family History gifts set, naming a rose or the "commemorative sports books" with history newspaper clippings of their favourite team or sport, a highly recommended present for any sports fans.
Searching for an unusual, romantic and lasting gift for her or him? Well, Give a Song will make a unique personalised song from the information you provide, recorded and put on to CD in any style you wish.
Gone Digging also offers a nice range of unusual and unique gift ideas for the whole family. These include things like naming a star, archive newspapers, adopting a polar bear or family history box and various personalised gifts like calendars, spoof newspapers, football books, jigsaws, mugs or posters. And .... you can use voucher code 'CODEFD10' to get 10% extra OFF until 31/07/09.
The Guinness WebStore is your official source for buying Guinness merchandise and gifts. They sell Guinness t-shirts, shirts, jackets, fleeces, hats, pint glasses, St. Patrick's Day gifts, toucan posters, Gilroy collectibles and much more.
At Hawkin's Bazaar you can buy those toys and gadgets which you thought had gone for ever, and unusual curiosities you never knew existed. Things like the twister duvet, magic bean can or wooden weather prediction house, all fun gifts for kids and parents alike.
If you're looking for a unique present for someone who likes football then Icons will have some nice ideas for you. They sell an exclusive range of signed shirts, boots and photographs from the world's greatest footballers, including Ronaldo, Pele, Messi, Maradona, Torres, Pele, Fabregas, the 1966 England World Cup winning team and more. All items come with a signed certificate of authenticity.
What about this unusual and novel idea to buy for someone who has everything: a personalised tabloid newspaper with the headline of your choice ... e.g. scoring the winner at Old Trafford or being voted Sudoku champion. Their website is simple and very user friendly and allows you to create and view the personalised newspaper on line, and ... using our exclusive code 'somucheasier' will give you 10% OFF all purchases.
I Want One of Those are official UK distributors for some cool toys, kitch gadgets, funky lifestyle tools and gifts ... e.g. a mini finger drum kit, adopting a vine, dashboard Star Wars figurines, spa lights, air drum rhythm sticks and more. And ... you can use discount code "AOFF5" at checkout to get 5% extra off.
Joe Browns brings you a selection of cool accessories and imaginative gifts for guys and girls. These include funky keyrings, floral printed garden tools and knifes, trendy canvas art and more unusual items like Betty Boop lighters, camper van design money boxes, scented candles and egg cups.
LASERpics amazing laser technology will accurately reproduce any photograph you provide as a unique 2D image and with an optional personalised message in a beautiful solid optic crystal. Nice idea if you fancy capturing that special birthday, anniversary, wedding or graduation as something different.
MoonEstates are dedicated to creating some of the most original gifts you'll find. These include ownership of a piece of a paradise island or outer space, becoming a Lady or Laird, owning 1 unique share in a football club, or sponsoring a random act of kindness. All pretty unusual and everything comes in well presented gift packs.
Naming a star is a unique and extremely popular gift for all gift giving occassions. 'Name a Star' are the leading UK supplier of this great unusual gift and offer a range of packages starting from £39.99.
Needapresent.com (UK) specialises in funky, stylish, unusual & unique gifts for men, women and children. No matter what occasion - a birthday, wedding, or anniversary - they have lots of cool gift ideas for you. How about a 3D Camera, a set of James Bond Cufflinks, an Everlasting Torch or a one metre tall Fazing Lamp. And ... you can use our exclusive discount code 'easier' to get £5 off when you spend over £30.
Why not commemorate someone's birthday christening or wedding anniversary with an original "The Times" newspaper from the date of your choice. Newspaper Remembered's archives go back over a hundred years and all come in presentation gift packaging and with a personalised Certificate of Authenticity. And, you can use our voucher code 'AF06' to get 15% OFF when you buy 2 products or more until February 29th.
What about ownership of a real racehorse as an unusual and unique gift? Well, OwnaRacehorse are the UK's leader in these kind of gift packages (from £85), which let the recipients experience all the thrills of a real owner, including visiting the stables, meeting the owner and if luck is on their side, collect the winnings of their chosen horse.
For something that surely is unusual, will be appreciated by most and also help poor communities around the world, have a look at Present Aid. Their fun gifting range includes things like a herd of goats or a community tap of water, and with prices starting from £8 there's something for every budget.
Prezzybox offer 1000's of fantastic gifts - all with free delivery. Unique gifts range from a pair of boy cufflinks, right the way through to a football table or a jukebox. There's more - you get £5 discount on your gift purchase by using our voucher code 'somucheasier'.
For a collection of funky and fun gifts for anyone with a sense of style and humour you'll have to check out Pulp Shop. There's something for everyone, from visually appealing kitchen, body and bath products to humorous T-Shirts and iconic collectable giftware featuring The Beatles, the Stones and Elvis.
Say It With Bears offer a cool range of personalised bears for every occasion. All are delivered in a special gift box.
The official shop of London's Science Museum brings you a great selection of great value gifts and gadgets which will appeal to kids as well as grown ups. These include exciting experiments, construction & electronics sets, brainteasers, eco living tools and handy gizmos like a wind-up MP3 player.
At Sharpe Designs you'll find a nice selection of unique British Celtic Art, astrology, medieval and new age gifts and crafts. Their collection includes Green man celtic ecowarrior tops, dragon boxes, ethnic jewellery, gothic vamp witchy clothing, talismans and more.
At Shirtcity you can create and buy personalised T-shirts, sweatshirts, underwear, baby bibs, hats, teddy bears and other stylish products. You can use your own graphics or text to make it as unique, wacky, funny and unusual as you want, or just choose one of their many funny designs.
The name says it all, and at this party shop you'll find funny gag gifts, inflatables and props. They also sell a great range of piñatas, which as per the pretty unique Mexican tradition you can fill with lots of fun, unusual or embarrassing stuff relating to your recipient.
Storybook Stars sell books in which your child is the Star of the Story. These make great children's gifts and their selection includes: Ballerina Princess, Circus Star, Goal and many more.
At Tartan Trader you'll find a nice selection of gifts for everyone from Scotland and around the world. Many of their products can be also engraved by their engraving service allowing you to make your present that bit more unique and special.
At The Quality Gift Store you'll find a selection of novelty and decorative gifts for the home and garden. This includes everything from funky trinket boxes, candleholders and dreamcatchers to buddha, african and egyptian style ornaments and figurines.
Why not give a gift which is different and makes a difference. At the Toybox Charity you can sponsor Latin American street children, giving them the hope of a secure future. Or buy them a gift, such as a hug or a snuggle, and get yourself a beautifully presented box with a special souvenir. You'll also find some alternative gifts and fair trade goods in their crafts shop.
Looking for an ethical and different gift idea? Why not surprise your friends or family with natural tree gifts and wild flower gifts from Tree2mydoor. Forget cut flowers, natural tree gifts and wild flower gifts will grow for years of lasting memories.
At Vintage Wine Gifts you can buy vintage wine, whisky, port, cognac, champagne and armagnac per bottle, with prices ranging from £19.99 to £4,000 (wow). All are packaged in a beautiful silk lined wooden box and come storage and tasting notes. You can also use code 'latour2000' to get £5 discount off any order value.
At Virgin Experience Days you'll find an exciting range of Gift Experiences for her, for him, for couples and for special occassions - from driving Ferraris to flying helicopters, white water rafting or pamper days.
What about this as an ideal gift for every wine enthusiast ... a row of 50 vines which entitles them to pick the grapes and enjoy the wine from 'their' vineyard. Wine Share was the first to make this dream of 'owning' your own vines a reality and have a selection of special gift packages available.
World Gallery is the UK's first online art and framing gallery. They offer the finest quality art prints and posters at prices significantly below those available in the High Street. From Dali to Van Gogh, Monet and Modigliani - you'll find something to please every art lover.
World Vision (one of the world's largest charities) has loads of unique and unusual gifts that not only solve the age old problem of what to buy someone who has everything but ... also bring hope to the world's poorest people. From chickens or piglets to safe water, there's a gift to suit every budget in their alternative gift catalogue.
101Candles specialise in selling high quality (and value) candles and accessories. You'll find a candle for every occasion. Leading candle brands on offer include Price's, Yankee and Colony. Their site also features detailed information on products, candle safety, home decoration, health, aromatherapy, feng shui and many related subjects. Selected other gift shopsHere are some more online stores where you may find unusual, original or unique gifts:ASOS.com - ASOS let's you buy clothing and accessories you see on celebrities, such a 'Jakes Lucky 7 T-Shirt' as seen on 'David Beckham' and more. Bits N Stuff - a unique and wonderful collection of products, many of which are not available the High Street stores. These include lovely gifts, fashions and accessories, home accessories, baby products, wedding items and more. Caboodles - selection of charming gifts for every occasion (birthdays, weddings or new baby), including Lola Rose's jewellery collection, Chubblies candles and Willow Tree figurines. Corking Designs - will engrave and hand paint a specially selected bottle of champagne or wine with a design and message of your choice to match the occasion or recipient. Elite Titles - Selling 'Titles', so you can make someone a Lord, Lady, Baron, Baroness, Sir or any other noble English and Continental Titles. They make a great gift for any occasion all year round. EmporiumUK - specialises in selling high quality, unusual gifts. Their product range includes picnic accessories, food hampers, design led kitchen and bathroom accessories, picnic backpacks, glassware and more gift ideas. Ethnic Spirit - ethical, fairly-traded and recycled ethnic gifts, including jewellery, accessories for the home and greetings cards from Africa, South America, Caribbean and Asia. Gem Hut - dedicated giftstore selling a range of common presents like balloons and teddys, as well as some more unusual like a miniature saxophone clock or butterfly trinket box. Global Mapping - this online store specialises in maps and aerial view posters, allowing you to buy a map of someone's postcode district or the area they'll plan to visit on their next holiday. My Mousemat - design your own personalised mouse mat with any image of your friends, family or other you upload. Patagonia Gifts - established retailer of handmade jewellery, including Celtic, real leaf & luxury gemstone jewellery, elegant money clips & cufflinks, original yerba mate tea gourds and more unique ideas for every occasion. Pipic Designs - personalised photo gifts, including keyrings, mugs, jigsaws, mugs, mousemats, cushions, T-shirts, bags and more. Storytime Stars - create a personalised children's books with the name of the child as one of the characters, making it a nice gift for births, christenings and birthdays. The Avenue for Women - carefully selected range of more unusual and unique gifts for women and girls, including gifts for the home, kitchen, pampering and jewellery. Touch of Magic - specialises in alternative, natural and magical gifts for every occasion such as relaxation cd's, healing crystals, tarot cards, Feng Shui, scented candles and aromatherapy oils. Union Jack Wear - one of the UK's leading shops for union jack clothing and gifts, including duvets, bags, socks, stationary, cufflinks, baby bibs, handkerchiefs and much more to make any patriotic recipient happy. International Star Registry - ISR have named nearly 750,000 stars in honour of celebrities, dignitaries, corporations and special people worldwide. If you are looking at buying a gift that is 'out of this world', then this is your stop. Still stuck for an idea?Have a look at one of our other gift sections: © 2009 SoMuchEasier.co.uk. All rights reserved.
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