Win A Sparkling Romance Hamper From Spicers of Hythe

Hampers are always a great gift for those times when you want to impress and there's often a choice that suits everyone.

If you are looking for a Valentine's gift that is sure to please, I have discovered that Spicers of Hythe have a great range of Valentine's hampers to delight your loved one.  I would certainly be happy if the Husband surprised me with one of these.

Spicers of Hythe was founded in 1926 by Great Grandfather Percy Spicer who began packing Christmas hampers in the cellars of his grocery shop in Hythe, Kent. Today, there is a hamper for every date and occasion, from Valentine’s Day to Mother’s Day and Father's Day Hampers.

They also offer a range of summer themed hampers, non-alcoholic gift sets, gourmet fresh food baskets and Fairtrade Hampers, all beautifully bound, wrapped and presented. Plus, you can order today for delivery tomorrow.

This is my pick of the Valentine's Hampers on offer this year.

There's the Sparkling Romance Hamper (£48.63 inc delivery) which has a beautiful selection of sweet and savoury treats.

Or how about the Valentine Delight (£35.02 inc delivery) which contains a bottle of my favourite Malbec wine.

Or then there's the Valentine's Treats Hamper (£34.78 inc delivery) with marshmallows and milk chocolate eclairs?

You can find full details of the hampers contents on Spicers' website, together with information about delivery.

I was sent a Sparkling Romance hamper to try and I have to say it was beautifully packaged with one of the nicest baskets I've seen.

The prosecco was carefully packaged and placed beneath the top layer of goodies.

GIVEAWAY

I have a Sparkling Romance Hamper to give away which contains the following:-

Nua Prosecco 75cl
Original Cake Co Mini square cherry & almond topped cake
Café de Lucca Chocolate Wafers 200g
Buiteman Baked With Love Gouda & Chilli Biscuits 75g
Hamlet Belgian Chocolates 125g
Cocoabean Love Heart Plaque with Red Ribbon
Taste Chocolate Dipped Shortbread 150g
Cocoabean Toffee Bonbons 100g
Dormen Dry Roasted Peanuts 100g
Mrs Bridges Blackcurrant & Blueberry Preserve 113g

Please note this hamper is not suitable for those suffering from food or nut allergies.

Entry is via Rafflecopter and the giveaway ends at 11:59 pm on Wednesday 10th February 2016. Terms and conditions apply. UK entrants only.

Please also note that as Spicers do not deliver on a Sunday, the winner may receive their hamper just after Valentine's Day.

Good luck!

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Snuggle Up With Taylor or Johnny Tonight - ChattyPillow Pillow Case Giveaway

If the love of your life is unlikely to be with you on Valentine's Day this year, then why not snuggle up to Johnny Slept or Taylor Sleep?

Johnny Slept - £12.00

These quirky ChattyPillow pillowcases are made by fun sock company ChattyFeet from 100% cotton and are sure to brighten up the most lacklustre of winter evenings.

Do they remind you of anyone?

They would make an ideal gift for the hopeless romantic or the positively love-lorn. Each pillow case costs £12.00 or £22.00 for a pair and I have a pair to giveaway (one Johnny Slept and one Taylor Sleep).  Details of the giveaway are below.

Taylor Sleep - £12.00

Chatty Feet also make a great range of socks featuring characters such as Prof. Brian Sox and Kate Middle-Toe Socks!

Prof Brian Socks - £7.50

Kate Middle-Toe Socks - £7.50

The socks also come in children's sizes from 12 months up to 10 years.  Adult sizes are from UK4 up to UK12.

Much more interesting than plain black socks and a definite ice-breaker.  Plus, they'd make really good sock puppets to amuse the kids.  Bonus!

Now to the giveaway and I'm asking - which is your favourite sock character from the ChattyFeet range?  Entry is via the Rafflecopter widget below.  The usual terms and conditions apply. UK entrants only. The giveaway ends at 11:59 pm on Monday 8th February.  Good luck!

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Win £25 to spend at Adored.co.uk For Your Valentine

It's cold, wet and miserable outside but what better way to heat things up than by investing in something saucy for the bedroom?

Adored.co.uk is a new adult website dedicated to pleasure which stocks a wide range of adult toys, condoms, lubricants and lingerie to spice up the dullest day or night.

Lace Top Fishnet Stockings - £15.00

Think Fifty Shades of Grey - although I suspect some of us would rather think 'Poldark' or even 'War & Peace'.

Passion Haylin Chemise - £19.80

Adored offers a discrete packaging and billing service and delivery is free to all mainland UK addresses on all orders over £30.

Passion Miracle Chemise Pink - £23.00

I have got a cheeky £25 to give away to use on Adored's website on whatever tickles your fancy.

Just enter via the Rafflecopter widget.  UK entrants only and you must be over 18 to enter.  The giveaway ends at 11:59 pm on Monday 8th February 2016.  Terms and conditions are on my Competitions Page.

The prize will be given via a discount code emailed to the lucky winner.

Good luck.

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Love's Got Wheels - Win A Skateboard

If you're looking for something a bit different to surprise your Valentine this year, I have an unusual and fun suggestion.

I was sent a fabulous Limitless Classic Retro Cruiser skateboard in pink and blue from Skates.co.uk to demonstrate my athletic prowess to the kids.

Whilst the board seems quite small to a novice skateboarder like me, it is incredibly sturdy.  The retro cruiser boards come in a huge range of colours and the technical information you need is as follows.

Deck:  22 x 6"
Truck: 3" high performance aluminium trucks
Wheels: 59x45mm PU wheels
Bearings: ABEC7 bearings
Max Load: 80kg

The board is certainly big enough to take a large adult (cough).  Here's the Husband demonstrating the point, although he's not a big fan of the pink / blue combo.  Caitlin is standing behind him laughing.

Obviously I would suggest full protective gear because as soon as Ieuan put one foot on it, he was flat on the floor!

I am threatening to follow the kids round Cosmeston Nature Reserve on my skateboard when the Husband next takes them out on their bikes.  They don't seem too convinced.

Skates.co.uk also have a great range of scooters, skates and Heelys.  There's free next day delivery and a Price Match Promise to boot (or skate).

Caitlin, about to show me how it's done apparently

If skateboards aren't your Valentine's thing, what about

Rio Pure Pink Roller Skates - £44.95

 SFR Camden Pink Inline Skates - £39.95 

 Grit Atom Pink Scooter - £64.95

If you would like to win the same skateboard I am demonstrating so masterfully, simply enter via the Rafflecopter below.  The giveaway ends at 11:59 pm on Monday 8th February. UK entrants only. Terms and conditions can be viewed on my competitions page.

Good luck!

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Win A Dozen Red Roses For Your Valentine

There is nothing like a dozen red roses to say "I love you" is there?  And I just such a prize to give away from Beards & Daisies - The Letterbox Florist guaranteed to melt the frostiest heart this Valentine's Day.

Beautiful Valentines Day Roses From Beards & Daisies - The Letterbox Florist

Using Beards & Daisies couldn't be easier.  You simply choose your flower box and select a delivery date. Their florist carefully packs your flowers and greetings card and the flowers are delivered straight to the recipient's doormat.

There are currently 6 boxes to choose from, each one named after a bird:- the Hummingbird, the Nightingale, the Wren, the Dove, the Firecrest or the Skylark. Each box has a different combination of flowers and colour themes.

You can choose from a one-off box or a three month gift subscription - which would be an ideal Mothers' Day gift too.  (This year Mothering Sunday falls on Sunday 6 March).

I was sent "The Hummingbird"  and this box is filled with Alstroemeria, Solidago, Wax Flower, Madiba and Hypericum.

The Hummingbird Arrangement 

Each box contains fresh, locally sourced flowers posted straight through your letterbox in a purpose designed, 2ft ventilated flower box. It’s as easy as receiving a letter and the flowers will be waiting on the recipients doormat when they get home!

This is how the flowers arrive.

The flowers are lovingly packed in premium gift wrapping, including an A6 ‘A Little Note to Say’ greeting card with a hand written message, perfect for any occasion.

The flowers are beautifully packaged.

Lovely additional touches to your flower box

As you can see, the box contains a card which explains which flowers you have received and, on the reverse, there are detailed instructions for both caring for, and arranging your flowers - a great help for those of us who tend to use the "plonk them in a vase" technique!

There is also a discount code to save 10% on your next order.

The Hummingbird box costs £25.99 for one box and £59.99 for a 3 month subscription (a saving of approx £18).

This includes free Royal Mail 1st class delivery in a ventilated box which fits through a standard letterbox.

Order by 4:00pm for free next day delivery.  Note that to ensure the freshest flowers, Beards & Daisies deliver Tuesday-Saturday. Flower boxes are delivered to mainland UK only. The recipient doesn't have to wait in, it's as easy as receiving a letter! Protective packaging ensures flowers are delivered in perfect condition. Signature gift wrapping is included with every flower box, together with a free A6 gift card 'A little note to say' with every flower box.

I found the flowers to be in great condition and they have added a lovely and much needed touch of spring to the house.  The quality of the Beards & Daisies box is excellent and would make a great gift.

Now, to my giveaway.

To win a beautiful dozen red roses for your Valentine (or to cheer yourself up!), just enter via the rafflecopter below.  Mainland UK entrants only.  The giveaway ends at 11:59 on Monday 8th February.  Terms and conditions, together with details of other Mother Distracted giveaways are on my Competitions page.

Note:  Beards & Daisies are only able to deliver to mainland UK. The winner will be required to respond with their details within 48 hours in order that their flowers can be received on Valentines Day.

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