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Sunday, June 20th, 2010
With only a few weeks before the summer holiday, graduations and exam results are just around the corner.
This year’s Me to You Graduation teddy bears are now on the web site.
They will make ideal small keepsake gifts on their own or with one of our graduation balloons or congratulations balloons.
The new Tatty Teddy Graduation Range includes:
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Monday, June 7th, 2010
The history of Father’s Day
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the first Father’s Day celebration. According to our research, Father’s Day was established in Spokane, USA by Sonora Louise Smart Dodd. Aged only 16 when her mother died in childbirth, Sonora and her siblings were brought up by their father, a Civil War veteran.
The story goes that while listening to a Mother’s Day sermon in 1909, Sonora had the inspiration to establish a day to honour fathers. Thanks to her tireless campaigning, the first Father’s Day was celebrated the following year in Spokane on Sunday, 19 June 1910. Eventually Sonora’s campaign led to Father’s Day receiving official recognition.
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Saturday, June 5th, 2010
With Father’s Day looming on the 20th of June, it’s time to start looking for gift ideas for your Dad, Grandad or Stepdad. If you have young children you might want to help them make the day special too!
Here’s a list of resources to help you find the right Father’s Day gift and ideas to show Dad he is valued on the day.
Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010
Father’s Day is a chance for children to spoil their Dad and show them how much they are loved and thought of. While expensive gifts are always welcome, often it’s the little things that mean the most to a Dad on Father’s Day.
Starting the day off right by treating Dad to breakfast in bed can be followed up by giving Dad control of the TV remote control for the day. Taking over those summer Sunday chores, like cutting the grass, can also be a welcome gift.
Yet, many children will also buy or make a card and Father’s Day gift for their Dad.
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Thursday, May 13th, 2010
This year Father’s Day is on the 20th of June.
While there’s still plenty of time to choose a present for your Dad, you might want to check out the new Father’s Day Me to You Bears.
The new Tatty Teddy bears and Best Dad cup have just arrived in stock and include:
Friday, January 22nd, 2010
Our new Me to You Valentine’s teddy bears are now in stock!
Browse the collection on our web site and choose yours – they’re already selling fast, so I would recommend you order now. You can book your delivery for Valentine’s Day if you don’t want to have your bear delivered right away.
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Thursday, December 3rd, 2009
Despite reports that the economy is starting to recover, many households are living with the effects of the worldwide recession. It’s forcing many people to cut back on their spending for Christmas or face going into debt through credit cards or other loans.
Online balloons and gift store, Big Fat Balloons has come up with a list of budget Christmas gift ideas to help families stay in the black over the festive season.
“There seems to be an expectation that we must all spend like crazy in the run up to Christmas, yet for some families this leads to financial problems that last well into the New Year. However, we don’t believe that Christmas has to be so expensive. By shopping smart and planning ahead you can cut your costs without cutting down on the fun,” said Sophie Baxter, managing director, www.BigFatBalloons.co.uk.
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Tuesday, December 1st, 2009
I love Christmas. But it gets more expensive every year.
As the kids grow up, the presents seem to be getting smaller but the price becomes greater!
When the festive season comes around again and the kids look at you with those longing eyes, any promises to keep my budget in check fly out the window as fast as the cash flies out of my purse.
So this year, I thought I’d put together an article with some handy hints and tips on budget Christmas gifts and advice on how to stick to your budget and make your money go further.
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Thursday, October 15th, 2009
If you’re throwing a Halloween party this year, then why not go that extra mile by being creative with your party food?
Whether you’re planning a sit down meal or a party buffet, with a little thought, you can soon create a creepy menu that will put your guests in a spooky mood.
Creepy main courses
Ghoul-ash is an obvious choice but you can also use a bit of imagination with other dishes. For instance, spaghetti meatballs can become worms and eyeballs – lovely thought! Check out our baked eyeballs in bloodsauce recipe for inspiration.
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Tuesday, October 13th, 2009
Whether you’re throwing a Halloween party or not, you can still get into the haunting mood – and get the kids excited, by decorating your home.
Even if you just do the front door and hallway area, your house is sure to be a hit with trick or treaters.
If you want to keep it simple then standard orange and black balloons are a quick and easy way to set the Halloween mood and if you want something a bit more special check out our Halloween balloons.
Check out this year’s additions to the range!
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