Board games for all the family

Board games, for instance make great Easter gifts. Not only are they great fun for all the family but many of the games will help the children with basic skills such as counting, reading, learning how to play together and lose gracefully – we’re still working on the last one!

And there’s a huge range of board games for all ages, from the more traditional, such as Ludo and snakes & ladders to more modern games, all of which will help keep everyone entertained on rainy days.

Easter craft kits

Alternatively, why not buy them creative Easter gifts? Select something that’s Easter themed, such as egg cup painting kits. They’re great fun and you’ll have a masterpiece to eat your boiled eggs from for years to come. There are plenty of Easter themed card making, craft, baking and colouring kits available from shops too.

For more ‘eggciting’ Easter gifts (sorry, couldn’t resist!), why not check out our range of Easter balloons, chocolates and cuddly bunnies?

Handmade Easter cards

Why not encourage them to make their own Easter cards for aunts, uncles and grandparents? It not only helps you stick to a budget, but also keeps the kids entertained during holidays and the results will be treasured by relatives.

Easter is also a great time to enjoy a spot of baking with your children. Even very young children can help you make chocolate cornflake nests, while older children can try their hand at gingerbread or shortbread biscuits in the shape of chicks or rabbits. For something more traditional, why not bake your own hot cross buns or Simnel cake? For a chocolate treat you try our Tasty Chocolate Truffles Recipe?

Home baked Easter treats

If you have any spare eggs after all that baking, then why not make your own decorative Easter egg? Either hard-boil the egg or carefully make a hole at either end of a raw egg with a pin and blow out the yolk and white, leaving you with the shell to decorate. It might take a bit of care and practice but it is possible and, if you’re artistic, your decorated eggs can make very effective Easter gifts.

If you’re running out of time to make your own Easter gifts, why not check out our range of Easter balloons, Easter soft toys and chocolates?

If the Easter Bunny tends to be over-generous at your house too, then why not go for an alternative Easter gift this year? We find that children enjoy our Easter themed gifts, girls love our bunny ears headbands and few can resist the adorably cute soft toys in our Me to You Easter collection.

Or you could always go for something entirely different this Easter. Local cinemas often have family-friendly, new releases showing during the Easter holidays and a trip to the cinema is always a welcome treat. In fact, it’s not only a great way to keep them entertained during the Easter holidays but you can also take along some chocolate eggs to replace the popcorn.

A fun shopping trip for a new summer outfit will also keep their mind off chocolate Easter eggs. Most high street stores have their spring and summer collections on the shelves at this time of year so it’s the perfect opportunity to re-stock their wardrobe for summer and replace all those T-shirts and shorts they’ve mysteriously outgrown over the winter months.

Easter treats like these are also a great way to spend time together as a family. If you’re feeling generous, you could always finish you Easter shopping treat with a special lunch!

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For more Easter gifts, check out our range of Easter balloons and Easter soft toys.

“Buying Easter eggs is a popular tradition yet with the current concerns over health, it might be sensible to limit the number of Easter eggs children receive. Our alternative Easter gift guide offers a variety of gift ideas that children will love too,” said Sophie Baxter, managing director, Big Fat Balloons.

“We’re not suggesting that parents should ban Easter eggs altogether, after all Easter wouldn’t be the same. But some children receive so many Easter eggs from family and friends that they don’t know what to do with them all,” Sophie added.

The Big Fat Balloons’ guide to alternative Easter gifts also includes gifts for babies and young children such as a range of Easter balloons, that will keep everyone amused for hours. Cuddly Bunny soft toys are also popular with children.

“If the Easter gift is fun and entertaining, you can be sure it will be a hit with children. For example, we’re discovering that girls of all ages adore our Bunny Ears headbands,” said Sophie.

Easter treats that involve the whole family also feature on the Big Fat Balloons list. A family trip to the cinema that includes a special lunch or a shopping trip for a new summer outfit are all suggestions to not only treat the kids but also keep them occupied during the school Easter holidays.

Other ideas to keep children amused include board games and craft gifts, all of which will keep them away from the TV and entertained on rainy days.

For Easter gifts on a budget, Big Fat Balloons has even more ideas. Encouraging kids to bake traditional Easter goodies like Simnel cake or hot cross buns can help cut costs. Meanwhile, making their own Easter cards for aunts, uncles and grandparents not only helps with the finances, but also keeps the kids busy for hours and relatives will appreciate the effort.

For further press information, please contact Sophie Baxter:

Tel: 01422 300654 - Email: info@bigfatballoons.co.uk

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Yet chocolates are not always suitable for babies. At Big Fat Balloons we don’t believe that babies or very young children should miss out on Easter fun, so we’ve come up with a list of alternative Easter gift ideas that are great for younger children too.

Easter themed clothing

Easter-themed clothing is always very popular. There are some amazingly cute sleepsuits, T-shirts and outfits adorned with baby rabbits and chicks for Easter. Or you could opt for a more general clothing gift and buy the baby a summer outfit.

Balloon gifts

For something that little bit different, why not check out our range of Easter balloons, which are proving more popular every year. They not only keep the babies amused for hours, but older brothers and sisters also love playing with our balloons too.

Easter cuddly toys

Plush bunnies or other Easter soft toys are also popular gifts for little ones. Just make sure you check that any soft toys you buy for babies are suitable from birth, just like our range of cuddly toys for babies.

It’s surprising how easy it is to come up with alternative Easter gifts for babies and young children – it also gives you a great excuse to help them out with any Easter eggs they might receive from other friends and relatives!

If you’re looking to buy friends and relatives something a little different this Easter, you might want to check out our new Easter gift packs. They include:

Easter Balloon, Duckling and Chocolate Coins (pictured here)– a gift pack that includes an 18” Easter balloon, a cute cuddly duckling that quacks when you press it and some tasty chocolate coins. A fun Easter gift for children of all ages. Was £20.99 now £19.99.

Balloon and Bunny Easter Gift – An unusual square-shaped Easter balloon sold with our popular Raggles rabbit. £24.99.

Romantic Easter Gift Pack – a bright Easter balloon sold with a large cuddly bunny. Perfect as a romantic Easter gift. Was £28.99 now only £26.99.

Easter Balloon and Chocolates Gift – A cheerful Easter balloon in spring colours and a box of delicious Belgian chocolates. £17.95.

You can check out all our Easter gifts on the web site.

Please Note:

This year Easter Sunday is on the 23rd of March – to have your gift delivered before Easter, book a delivery on the Thursday 20th of March or Saturday 22nd of March. If you book a Saturday delivery we recommend you choose the Guaranteed Special delivery option to ensure your parcel arrives on the day.

Perfect to have friend and relatives howling with laughter, this singing bunny will make a great talking point during Easter.Bunnard the singing bunny measures 27.5cm (11″) and is made to high standards by Gund. He has super soft, silky white fur, pink inner ears and paw pads and a blue bow tie with white spots tied around his neck. With his happy goofy face, Bunnard sits up quietly – that is until you press his paw…

Then this singing bunny goes wild; boogying away, flapping his ears and singing along to a wild rock and roll song. For your convenience, this singing bunny is delivered with batteries. Only £24.99.

With prices starting at £5.99 there is something for all budgets. We’ve also got a wide range of styles and animals, so you can find Easter gifts to suit everyone. The new spring range of cuddly toys includes:

A 48cm (19″) pink ballerina bunny soft toy. Manufactured to high standards by Gund, this bunny soft toy has shaggy, white soft fur and is dressed in a pink tutu and matching ballet shoes. Purple cuddly rabbit also available! £14.99.

A cute bunny rabbit ears headband with ears that can be bent into different poses. Press the flower attached to the base of the right ear and it plays ‘Easter Parade’ – just perfect to get you in the right mood for your Easter celebrations. £5.99

Tallwater Babs – a huge, long-limbed cuddly rabbit. Standing 25″ (63.5cm) tall, with posable ears, this rabbit has soft, huggable brown fur with lighter brown fur on her paws and inner ears. Difficult to resist no matter what your age. £12.99

Eggdrop – a 9” duckling with shaggy, soft yellow fur all over his body and an orange beak and feet. Eggdrop wears a delicate blue bow, decorated with coloured spots, around his neck and quacks when you squeeze him. £6.99.

Boeky – a large 40cm (16″) Steiff lamb made with super soft long white fur. She has expressive brown eyes, a cream face with pink airbrush detailing on the nose and brow fur hooves. A truly special gift. £44.99

They’re all looking for loving homes this Easter! Please note that some products will only be available for Easter, so order yours while stocks last.

We also have some cheerful new Easter balloon gifts in stock – perfect if you’re looking for an unusual way to say happy Easter and brighten up someone’s day! The new balloons include:

Gingham bunny Easter balloon gift – an 18” balloon showing a cute white Easter bunny holding a giant decorated Easter egg with the legend ‘Happy Easter’ in blue and yellow writing. Single balloon £11.99 – 3 balloons bouquet £21.99.

Floral Happy Easter balloon gift – Just imagine the look on your friends’ and relatives’ faces as they open a colourful gift box and this 18” cheerful Easter balloon floats out. Single balloon £11.99 – 3 balloons bouquet £21.99.

A brightly coloured mix of greens, pinks, blues and yellows, this 18” Easter eggs flowers balloon features 7 egg flowers growing in a lovely, spring green meadow and the greeting “Happy Easter”. Single balloon £11.99 – 3 balloons bouquet £21.99.

An unusual square 18” Easter bunny with eggs balloon. This balloon has lovely pastel colours bursting with energy and fun and is sure to put a smile on anyone’s face at Easter. Single balloon £11.99 – 3 balloons bouquet £21.99.

Enjoy! And have a great Easter!

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From luxurious chocolate gifts to romantic Easter presents, we have something for everyone… Our unique selection of Easter gifts is now online and it includes:

• Balloon & Bunny Easter Gift Pack – perfect if you’re looking for a special Easter gift for a friend or relative who lives in the UK, this gift pack (pictured here) includes a colourful happy Easter balloon and a cute plush bunny… Save £2 if you order this gift pack before the 4th of April – Was £24.99 now only £22.99
• Romantic Easter Balloon and Bunny Gift – worth checking out if you are you looking for a romantic Easter gift for the man or woman you love. Make them feel truly special – send this colourful Easter balloon and cute bunny holding a flower in a huge gift box! Was £24.99 now only £22.99
• Easter Bunny Chocolate Gift – The ultimate gift for chocolate lovers – a huge 20” ‘chocolate’ bunny balloon and a large gift basket of delicious chocolate pralines. Guaranteed to excite their taste buds!- Only £23.99
• Happy Easter Chick-Bunny Balloon – a cheerful egg shaped balloon
• Easter Chocolate Rabbit Balloon – a unique Easter balloon shaped like a chocolate bunny
• Happy Easter Helium Balloon Gift – simple and high impact
• Raggles the Plush Rabbit – an Easter rabbit with an expressive face and ears that can bend in different positions – set to become an instant family favourite

That’s it for today! Oh – I just remembered some customers have ordered our Romantic Love Gift Set (Forever Friends red heart balloon with a large basket of chocolate pralines) as an Easter gift, so you might want to check that one out too. Happy Easter!