We have blogged about our love for Wicks of Water Orton Soy Candles previously, especially as it is run by a local mum so, being partial to a drink or two, we were excited to hear about their new "tipsy range" of alcohol inspired candles. 

Pina Colada... A luscious concoction of pineapple, coconut and bergamot which intoxify subtle violet and coriander on a rugged white rum base.

Amaretto.... A decadent almond fragrance lifted with hints of aniseed, peach, heliotrope blooms and vanilla bean base.

Strawberries and Champagne... A glittering aroma of sparkling champagne with a hint of juicy strawberry.

Gin and Tonic... An aromatic blend of juniper berries infused with coriander, caraway seed and nutmeg.

These new candles and melts compliment the ever growing range from Wicks of Water Orton and as always, all the soy candles are hand wicked, poured, and 100% natural. At £9.50 they are also really well priced against some of the high street options.

So with the weather unsure what to do with itself at the moment, why not choose from the tipsy or fruity range to add a little colour and to an otherwise dismal spring. 

As always, we love to share a little love with our Lilypad readers so we are giving you the chance to win one of these gorgeous candles. All you need to do is enter below!

Good luck.

 Wicks of Water Orton Soy Candles

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My girls are big fans of a collectible, so we were excited to learn about the newest hit collectible with 50 baby characters to reveal. BABY Secrets is the new collectible on the scene and brings exciting little characters with big personalities. From painter baby complete with a paintbrush, to party baby with a sash and a party hat, but what is the secret??

Yes, that's right,  you can find out if your baby is a boy or a girl simply by filling the bath tub with water and dipping your baby in to reveal a pink or blue nappy. 

Whilst each single Baby Secrets collectible comes with its own adorable little bath tub, we have found that they are actually great in our own bath tub and make brilliant little bath toys. They don't hold water like some bath toys and are small enough to be stored away easily. 

The BABY Secrets Activity Packs come in four different varieties: • Pram Pack • Bassinet Pack • High Chair Pack • Rocking Horse Pack The packs come complete with two exclusive babies, one surprise baby, a bath tub, three birth certificates, collector’s guide and either a high chair, rocking horse, pram or bassinet.

At £12.99 they are really well priced and if, like my girls, your children get lots of party invites then they make the perfect birthday gifts.

BABY Secrets are suitable for children aged 3+ (but we would say ages 4-6 would get the most out of them). Although in saying that, one of the things I noticed as a parent is that they don't have lots of small parts that little ones can swallow which can sometimes be a bit perilous with collectibles.

BABY Secrets are available from The Entertainer, Smyths, Argos and Toymaster. You can find out more about the range visit BABY Secrets HQ or follow them on facebook. 

As always, we are thrilled to give you to chance to give away a BABY Secrets Activity Pack to one lucky winner! To enter simply use the Gleam form below. Good lick! 

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Although Christmas is now a distant memory, there are other occasions that pop up throughout the year where we find ourselves buying gifts for our nearest and dearest. One such occasion is birthdays that come up all year around, but when it is your boyfriend/husband or father, you have to step up and go that one step further. It is my husbands birthday next month so am already on the present trail quest!

If it feels as though the man you are buying for has everything that you can think of, then you really do need to knuckle down and put some real thought into what you can gift. From stunning jewellery to fun gadgets, here are some suggestions for birthday gifts for the man who has everything.

Drones – Keep Away from Children

If the man in your life has a love for all things electrical, then the chances are that they will absolutely love a drone that they can fly around. These are not children’s toys and can hurt if they fly into you, potentially causing serious injuries.

Make sure that any drone is used safely and responsibly, ensuring that children are kept at a safe distance. Even small drones that can fit in the palm of your hand can leave a nasty cut. When flown by a responsible adult, drones can provide lots of fun for recreational pilots.

Fashion Accessories

Does the man that you are buying for keep up with the latest fashion trends? Would he classify himself as a modern gentleman, taking pride in his appearance? If so, then you won’t go far wrong by gifting accessories such as jewellery that can be brought out for special occasions.

Perhaps your boyfriend/husband has a wide range of shirts and ties that he likes to wear for nights out? If so, how about complimenting his look with a set of gold cufflinks or a simple yet effective tie pin that he can wear to finish off his outfit?

Getaway for Two

When was the last time that you got away, just the two of you? If you struggle to answer that question, or even if you don’t, surprising your man with a getaway for two is a fantastic gift. Just make sure that you have childcare sorted before you book – you wouldn’t want to spend money on a trip for two only to find out that you have to cancel as your babysitter has cancelled.

The beauty of going away as a couple is that you don’t necessarily have to go very far at all. In fact, an overnight stay in a neighbouring city can be all that you need for a romantic break. After all, when the two of you are together, does it really matter where you are?

Experience Day

If none of the above catches your fancy, how about organising an experience day for your other half? Imagine the look on your partner’s face when they open up a gift of a driving day at a race circuit such as Silverstone or Donnington, or a tour around their favourite sports stadium?

Materialistic gifts can often be left on the shelf gathering dust for years, while an experience day creates memories that will last a lifetime. If you have a common interest, why not organise an experience day that you can do together?

Don’t be afraid to think outside of the box when it comes to buying a gift for the father of your children. If you are crazy enough about each other to start a family together, then he will probably love anything that you give him as he will appreciate the thought put into the gift.

Fingers crossed anyway!

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One of the struggles of modern life is keeping a rein on all your possessions, so they don’t take over the house. From newspapers and magazines, to clothes, to DVDs, we accumulate more and more things over the course of our lives and if we don’t keep them properly organised they can swamp a home and leave it a frustrating and stressful place to live.

Today we’re offering a few handy hints, tips and hacks to make sure you stay on top of your storage – and stop your clutter getting on top of you.

Don’t Let It Drive You Up the Wall

Using your walls effectively can give you a huge boost to your storage space. Shelves give you extra storage options, and help relieve the pressure on floors and fixed units in your flat, giving you more space to enjoy.

You can also mount extra wardrobe rails to walls in alcoves, to give you extra clothes storage space, and hooks securely attached to the wall can provide a diverse array of storage for all things from your yoga mat to your bicycle!

Find a Storage Unit

If you really do have more than you can accommodate at home, but can’t bring yourself to part with the excess, it’s worth consulting local storage companies to see what they have to offer. Storage is not necessarily expensive and it can be the ideal solution if you have some bulky items left over you can’t house comfortably after a move.

Choose the right storage company, and you could also get extra services included like free collection of your stored items and even free boxes! Boxes are surprisingly expensive and one of the great hidden costs of storage and packing so any company that absorbs this cost for you is worth looking into.

If you’re interested in London storage, byStored offer some useful services, so take a look today!

Sell Online

If you’ve got excess clutter that’s in good condition that you’re happy to part with you, selling it online is a great idea! In fact, the sale of one of two big items may even subsidise the fees on storage for the things you really do want to keep!

eBay is a good generalist online store you can sell through, but if you have some specific items you’re trying to sell, it might be worth finding some specialists communities as you may be able to sell them more quickly and at a higher price!

Once you’ve slimmed down your collection of clutter, and got some creative storage solutions working, your home will be a carefully organised, relaxing place to spend your downtime.

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