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Whether it’s a milestone birthday, anniversary or corporate gift, there’s a joyous, magical moment that comes when you open a stunning, personalised gift box and catch a glimpse of what’s inside.
Whatever the occasion, and whoever the recipient, we reckon it’s as simple as this: because gift boxes maximise the mystery and magic of every celebration, they’re an almost universal gift.
Mums make the world go round. They come in all shapes and sizes, styles and preferences, and that’s why this year, we have created an extra special Mother’s Day Collection of one-of-a-kind custom gifts to cater for every mum.
So, whether your mum is always on the go, loves to host a sensational party, tears up at the mention of Mother’s Day, never says no to a good dose of pampering, wants to travel the world, or is happiest cooking in her kitchen, we have a custom gift just for her.
We also haven’t forgotten all the other leading ladies in your life: the grandmas, aunties, neighbours, bosses, female role models and mother figures who have looked after you like their own and guided you on your path to greatness.
Read on to find the perfect gift for every mum.
1. The Active
Easter is a time of joy. New beginnings, new life and of course, mountains of chocolate. But what if you could make Easter more than just a 24-hour chocolate rush this year and help create special Easter memories that will last a lifetime?
Well, hold onto your floppy bunny ears, because we’re going to share with you the best-kept secrets to make this an Easter to remember: complete with the most egg-sellent Easter gifts, décor and details to make your Easter truly egg-straordinary in 2022.
1. Egg-sellent Easter Gifts: unlock the magic
The Easter Bunny’s Magic Key is designed to unlock all the magic and wonder of a memorable Easter celebration. And once that big fluffy guy has made it to your house, you might as well spoil him with a personally engr
Love is in the air. And as we launch head-first into 2022, weddings are back on the agenda for the first time in what feels like forever.
As we enter this new season of optimism and romance, we share with you some of the most creative proposal ideas we’ve come across during our many years in the wedding industry.
So, if you’re thinking of popping the question anytime soon, or just want to give him or her some not-so-subtle hints, this is a must-read to make it happen.
Creative Proposal Idea #1: Light Me Up
There’s nothing more romantic than candlelight.
Think a room full of flickering tea lights and sensuous aromas, with your-spouse-to-be down on one knee, and an outstretched hand clutching a perfectly sized ring box!
Extra creativity points go to
After the events of the year that has been, with many of us locked down and cut-off from our friends and loved ones, as we move into Summer 2022 it’s time to let our hair down and celebrate!
This season is all about community, connection and festive fun! As we once again see couples tying the knot and are able to gather together to celebrate special occasions with our nearest and dearest, we share with you this summer’s hottest trends for every kind of celebration – from birthdays to bar mitzvahs!
Hottest Summer Trends for Weddings
PF Founder and Weddings Expert, Mel Wilkinson, gets asked a lot about what’s trending each season for wedding celebrations. We picked her brain for what she’s seeing as the hottest wedding trends for summer 2022. Here’s what she told us:
1. Small, more intimate weddings are here to stay. Couples are looking to host a s
With less than eight weeks until Christmas, we’ve officially entered ‘it’s now acceptable to start putting up Christmas decorations’ and ‘it’s time to get your online shopping orders in’ territory.
Before you start adding to cart, we’ve done some research so you don’t make the mistake of selecting a gift that could ruin Christmas.
We know it’s difficult to come up with great Christmas gift ideas year after year, and we’re all guilty of finding something that works and sticking with it, or giving up altogether and going with a gift card.
While it is the thought that counts, if you’re looking to improve your Christmas gifting game, and give meaningful and practical presents that your loved ones will cherish, read on to find out what gifts NOT to buy this year and tips for finding the perfect present for your partner, friends, parents, and kids.
What not to buy your partner
Finding the per
Has homeschooling given you a new appreciation for teachers?
Show your support and gratitude with our range of personalised trending teacher gifts under $20.
Teachers bring education to life for our kids, and together with their schools, they play a hugely important role in a child’s development.
The global pandemic and the transition to online, at-home learning has emphasised the vital social connection that schools provide, as well as the dedication of teachers who have worked hard to keep their students engaged and stimulated under such difficult circumstances.
It goes without saying that teachers deserve to have their incredible work recognised; however, there are rules around what kind of gifts teaches can accept, and these can vary from state to state.
To be safe and gift ethically, it’s best to hand over your present at the end of school ter
If you live in NSW or VIC and everything, including your usual exercise or workout routine, has been turned upside down and left behind along with your social life, you’re not alone.
With spring now here, and warmer weather on the horizon, many of us are looking for motivation to get moving and ways to lose those lockdown pounds.
To save you time we’ve done the research for you. Keep reading to learn about some of the top spring fitness crazes that you can try, no matter what your current situation.
Walk and talk
It might seem obvious, but walking is one of the best forms of low impact exercise and has the added benefits of being great for your mental health, as well as being a perfect way to explore and get to know your neighbourhood, local parks, and hiking trails.
This year, taking a walk during virtual meetings, or a quick break to walk around the block while working from home has bec
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Somehow, it’s nearly August and we’re more than half-way through the unpredictable year that is 2021. During uncertain times it’s important to have things you can count on. For many of us this is the support of our families and friends.
Find the perfect Father’s Day gift to thank your dad for his ongoing support; browse our curated Father’s Day collection full of unique and useful gifts for every type of dad.
If you’re having difficulty deciding which category your dad fits into, take our Father’s Day Quiz or think about his interests and choose a gift that aligns with them but would also remind him of you.
Read on to find the perfect Father’s Day gift for your dad!
Is your dad a great cook, platter master, or party host? Or does he just love nothing more than spend
If you’re buying branded materials for your business for the new financial year, you want them to stand out and make an impact.
The best corporate gifts are ones that get a lot of visibility, such as products you can use daily, and take on the go, or ones that you would want to display in your office or home and use on special occasions.
Having helped many businesses create eye-catching corporate products, we have made it easy for you, with our curated list of the most popular promotional products, staff appreciation gifts and client gifts for the new financial year below.
Promotional Products
1. Engraved Corporate Black Leatherette Golf Gift Set
Perfect for any golf enthusiast with a relationship with your business, or a great way to start one, this engraved golf set definitely makes par.
Have you ever tried to find a card for a 23rd, 59th or 42nd birthday?
Though all birthdays are a year apart and a cause for celebration, some are seen as extra-special, big, ‘milestone’ birthdays and get featured on all the cards and decorations.
Read on to find out the top 7 trending milestone birthday gifts that make gift shopping for these occasions easier and more exciting than ever before.
Which birthdays are milestones?
We don’t make the rules but besides 16th, 18th and 21st, milestone birthdays are usually a once every ten-year event marked by a big party to commemorate the end of one decade and the start of another. They tend to be the ones we remember and celebrate with family and friends.
Decide for yourself which milestones to celebrate. The top 7 trending milestone birthday gifts below will help you make their day,
Somehow, it’s already May and you’re sure to have loved one’s birthdays coming up.
Soon you will have to start the scramble to find the perfect gift. It may be true that it’s really the thought that counts but you don’t want to waste your time and money on something they won’t use or enjoy.
So, read on to find out the top five biggest birthday gift trends of 2021 that focus on making gifting easier for you, more meaningful for the recipient and better for the planet.
Buying the perfect gift: where to start
A good place to start is by thinking about your favourite people’s interests and what they value. Do they love going out for a nice meal? Do they collect anything? Are they into a particular hobby?
Whether they are the person who seems to have everything, the one with really specific interests you don’t know what to buy for, or you’ve just run out of gift ideas and want to get them
Grandmas, nannas, aunties or nan-mas: whatever you call them, some of you are lucky enough to have more than one special ‘mum’ in your life and you want to show them your appreciation this Mother’s Day.
We’ve got this sorted! Whatever her interests, you’re sure to find something she’ll love among our curated list of stylish and useful gifts for all types of mums and mother-figures.
All of our gifts are professionally laser engraved with your choice of message or quote and are sure to remind her how much you care every time she sees them.
A gift for every special lady in your life
So, whether she’s your nanna, aunty, step-mum, or any special lady in your life - browse our gift recommendations below… the hardest part will be choosing just one!
Here’s a selection of some of our most popular gifts for all the leading ladies in
Mother’s Day is on the horizon so it’s time to start thinking about how to spoil your mum and retain your place as the favourite child for another year.
The best Mother’s Day gifts are ones that show mum just how much she means to you, and suit her as a person and her interests, but it can be tricky finding a present that ticks all these boxes.
But, don’t worry – we’ve made it easy for you this year.
Why customised Mother’s Day gifts are the best kind
With a dedicated page of Mother’s Day gifts to suit every kind of mum and customisable designs to engrave them with, Mother’s Day shopping is simple. You can also rest easy knowing your favourite child title is secure and your mum will end up with something she loves and can use again and again.
Remember Mother’s Day is on Sunday May 9, so now is the perfect time
One of the big wedding planning decisions you have to make after you get engaged is who to include in your bridal party.
The family or friends you choose to be your maid of honour, bridesmaids, best man, and groomsmen are the ones close to you who will not only be next to you on your wedding day but will be there to help you plan it and all the festivities leading up to it.
Asking someone to be part of your bridal party is a special moment that shows they are an important person in your life, but it also asks them to support you throughout your wedding planning and on the day, which usually involves investing considerable time and money.
It’s important to show appreciation for your bridesmaids and groomsmen and thank them for their ongoing support. One great way to do this is bridal party proposals, where you gift your bridesmaid or groomsmen something special to help you ask them to be part of your wedding party.
What better way to do this, and highlight y
Are you or someone in your household one of the few people who dislike chocolate? Or maybe you think the kids will be gifted plenty of chocolate and are looking to mix it up this Easter? Either way, we’ve got plenty of ideas to help you make this your best Easter yet.
Keep reading for our top five Easter treat ideas that don’t include chocolate:
1. DIY ice cream bar
An ice cream bar is the ideal finish line for an Easter scavenger hunt, or just an afternoon Easter surprise your kids will love. If you want to make it your Easter hunt finale make it extra special with a customised bamboo Eas
In the last year we’ve all been spending a lot more time at home, and for many of us this means our living spaces have been turned into workstations, home schools, gyms and more.
This shift has changed our relationships with our homes and how much our lives revolve around them, which makes the beginning of 2021 the perfect time to try some small styling changes to brighten up your space.
Here we share with you our top seven secrets to styling your home in 2021:
1. Declutter and reorganise
There’s no need to go full Marie-Kondo, but choosing to donate a few things that you don’t need or no longer suit your style can lighten up your home. You can also make your space feel more clutter-free by rethinking your organisational system.
Reorganise your existing storage so you have easy access to the things you use the most. This could be putting your out-of-season clothes in vacuum storage bags
Ready to pop the question to your special someone but having trouble planning it and deciding the best time to propose? And what better time than the most romantic day of the year? Valentine’s Day is the perfect day to propose and here we’ll tell you why.
Importantly, it’s easy to keep the surprise from your partner as they won’t be suspicious about doing something romantic on Valentine’s Day. You can tell your partner enough information to get them free and on board with your plans, without the need for elaborate excuses or help from friends and family.
Assuming things go well, it also means you will get to celebrate the anniversary of your engagement together on future Valentine’s Days – making it that little bit extra special.
Planning the perfect Valentine’s Day engagement
So, if you’re looking for some ideas on how to plan the perfect marriage proposal that is both romantic, memorable, and pe
When it comes to choosing birthday gifts it may be the thought that counts but that doesn’t mean you have to spend hours browsing to come up with a great gift idea.
Spend less time shopping and give meaningful, fun and affordable birthday gifts by personalising something just for him or her. You’ll never have to put cash in their card or buy something you’re worried they’ll want to return again.
You could simply customise an item you know they love or take it one step further and plan an experience to enjoy together that turns the personalised item into a treasured souvenir.
Best Birthday Experience Ideas
Looking for some birthday experience ideas? If they are an outdoor lover, you could plan a hike or camping trip and gift them a personalised luxe engraved water bottle or thermos.
2020 certainly proved a year like no other when it came to weddings, and with recent COVID-19 restrictions tightening again across Greater Sydney, so far we’re expecting weddings to continue to look very different again in 2021.
A move to more personalised, intimate celebrations is taking centre stage, with couples focusing on smaller details rather than large-scale affairs.
As we move into this brave new wedding era, we share with you some of the hottest wedding trends for 2021 that we predict will be around for a while yet!
1. Intimate, less formal weddings
Out of necessity the popularity of intimate, smaller weddings is growing, however this does offer advantages such as your celebrations being more bespoke and budget friendly.
With a carefully curated guest list you have more freedom to choose the venue, dress, decorations, and food you desire. With a small guest list you could even turn your wedding into a weekend-long e
Finding the perfect gift for the men in your life generally isn’t an easy task. Before you settle for yet another boring gift of socks, undies or ties, read on for some unique personalised gift ideas.
Take care of any male on your shopping list from Grandpa, Dad, Son, Husband, boyfriend, Brother, Friend and so on.
We promise that there is something for every type and every budget. Here is just a small taste of what’s on offer and if you don’t see something that takes your fancy, simply head to our Gifts for Him section for more ideas.
Sentimental Man
Photo Print Keyring with Engraved Wooden Message Plaque
2020: can we just put up the Christmas tree and call it a year? This year we have all had our fair share of stress and it's been one hell of a rollercoaster.
More than ever, we need a pick up and something to make us laugh. They say laughter is the best medicine but so is wine, right? haha.
We wanted to share with you our favourite gift picks from our Inappropriate gift range. These are guaranteed to cause laughter and ultimately poke some fun at the year that was..
1. Anti-Christmas T-Shirts
There are so many factors which influence us during the wedding planning stages. Planning a wedding during COVID can be stressful and confusing at best. Conflicting information through the media can make it difficult to move forward with a solid plan.
Here are a quick few tips:
We know what you’re thinking, corporate gifts = tacky plastic pens and stubby holders, but no necessarily. The corporate gift market has boomed in the last couple of years with more unique and high-quality options available to appeal.
Whether it’s to generate word of mouth, reward your employees or thank a client, custom corporate gifts show individuals that they are important and appreciated. Not only are they unique, they are perfect for brand recall.
Let us show you a couple of our top options for 2020/2021:
Engraved Deluxe Square Serving Board
Professionally laser engraved with your branding or messaging, this board is perfect as a grazing board at company functions and when entertaining clients.
Father’s Day is right around the corner (we can’t believe it either!), and if you haven’t organised a gift for dad (like many of us, oops), there’s still time but you need to be quick!
We had a chat to some of our team member about what they would recommend from our range.
Mark (National Sales Manager)
“I’m a sucker for anything sentimental from my girls so I would recommend a photo printed coffee mug.”
Melissa (Founder)
“Gosh, it’s really hard to choose just one gift, but one of my favourites is Reusable Cork Band Coffee
He looks out for you and the family all year, so Father’s Day is the perfect day to spoil him and say ‘thanks!’ However, a year goes by really quickly and all of a sudden, it’s here again, we are busily trying to arrange a special gift and find him something that he doesn’t already own.
The beauty with shopping online is that it can be done from anywhere at any time and with the current COVID pandemic, it’s a safe option from the comfort of your couch.
Personalised gifts are more popular than ever for that fact that they are so much more than just a pair of socks or case of beer. Thought, creativity and love go into each and every gift and there is literally something for every type of dad and of course, something to suit every budget.
Let’s take a look at some of our top picks for Dad to suit every budget!
The events of the past few months have taught us many things and one truth that’s been thrust into the spotlight is the health of our Aussies. Despite the fact that our health and hospital system is pretty solid, it’s important to highlight the importance of getting the right access to support services and take care of not just out own well-being but that of those we love.
With this in mind, we have selected 5 Australian charities and organisations that are helping to get out nation and its men in a healthy headspace.
1. TOP BLOKES FOUNDATION
This fantastic foundation focuses on the health and wellbeing through mentoring programs for boys ages 10-24. They equip young and underprivileged boys with the social skills they need to succeed in school and prosper in life. You can get involved by donating, joining their virtual fun run, volunteering or becoming a business partner.
You turn to your Dad for advice because you figure that they’ve been there before and don’t that. Just because they are older (and assumedly wiser) doesn’t always mean they are right.
They often pass along ridiculous old wives’ tales or confusing advice in the hopes that it will steer us in the right direction.
In among some of the worst or cheesy advice are gems of wisdom, guidance and love from our Fathers.
Let’s take a look at some of the best and worst advice as given by Dads. If life has taught us anything, it’s that we have to take the good with the bad, right.
WORST ADVICE:
"My dad (who has a BA degree in finance) told me that you can use credit cards as free money as long as you pay the minimum payments." – Simon
"One from my dad a number of years ago: 'Money is there to be spent. If you
We all know that dads can be pretty tough to buys for and let’s be honest, there are only so many pairs of socks and underwear that we can surprise him with.
We recognise that every dad is unique in their own right and that’s what makes them so special. It’s time to step up your gift-giving game this year and really ‘wow’ dad with your thoughtful gifting skills.
We have put together a couple of ideas (just in case you’re stuck). Oh, and just a little reminder to our customers to pop your orders in sooner rather than later to ensure your orders have plenty of time to arrive. We would hate for dad to miss out on his gift due to postal delays.
One for the sophisticated barman and cocktail extraordinaire called Dad!
It may seem like yesterday that you graduated high school and now you are going through the life-changing journey of Fatherhood. The young, selfish and immature views of the world disappeared when your daughter or son arrived and suddenly you were their protectors.
While fatherhood isn’t a walk in the park (more like Jurassic Park), it’s also an incredibly rewarding experience. Not only are we teaching and guiding our children through life, at the same time they are teaching us to much about ourselves.
In reality, no dad has it ‘figured out’ and chances are he’s just winging it along the way. There’s one thing we will always love (and roll our eyes at) and that is their dad jokes and funny quirks reminiscent of those daggy TV dads with the laugh-out-loud punchline.
We had the pleasure of chatting to Matt (our CEO), Mark (our National Sales Manager and husband to Mel), and Rob (Emma’s husband) about their thoughts and experiences with Fatherhood.
 
It's his first-time celebrating Father's Day, so you want it to be a memorable occasion for him. He might insist it's just a "Hallmark holiday," but let us assure you that your man wants to be acknowledged, appreciated, and admired on his big day.
A first Father’s Day is so much more than receiving gifts. He finally has a beautiful baby of his own that we can love and guide through life.
It can be a very special, even profound, moment when Mother’s Day and Father’s Day cease to be just about your parents – when the day also becomes about you and your partner as parents.
It may take you a while to adjust to the fact that your new parents who are responsible for raising a tiny little human. You may even have a few moments where you’re thinking “Wow, I’m a parent!”
Here are some sentimental ideas to help him celebrate his special day:
1. Being a new dad often means giving up sleeping in on weekends. Let him enjoy a sleep in and maybe a hot breakfast
Although having the uncanny talent of finding a bargain is a top trait of a Savvy Shopper, in essence it is about making the most out of your hard-earned dollars. Part of being a savvy shopper is knowing when and where to buy.
Life is busy and who has time these days to be wandering around the shops only to come home with nothing. Using the convenience of online shopping, you can compare products and find a sale.
2020 is no normal year. The global pandemic and the social-distancing policies that have been put in place to curb the spread of COVID-19 have effectively ruled out large gatherings.
Couples who are (perhaps optimistically) rescheduling their weddings for the same weekend next year. As a result, countless weddings that were supposed to take place in 2020 have been moved to 2021.
If you are planning on hosting a more intimate gathering, there are many amazing businesses who are ready and waiting to help make your vision a reality, and to help you navigate through this uncertain time.
Businesses and couples are harnessing their creativity more than ever, and will offer greater personalised services and elements to ensure their couples have a memorable event.
Below are 5 trending wedding ideas that are as popular a
It’s no secret that we love to spoil our kids with love and wonderful little things throughout their lives.
As 21st century parents, we want to nurture our children’s interests, abilities and allow them to express their unique individuality through education, personal style, play and social events.
The rise in personalised gifts, homewares and accessories has skyrocketed in recent years, and parents have well and truly embraced this trend.
Instagram and Pinterest provide a wealth of inspiration, from perfectly curated colour matching nurseries bursting with personality, to nostalgic back to basics outfits and ‘mini me’ matching ensembles (talk about adorable!)
Let’s take a look at 5 trending kids and baby product ideas for different occasions:
1. Bedroom and Nursery – Laser cut wooden or acrylic wall plaques
The desire to create, give or own something individual, something completely unique, has gone well beyond Coke's marketing coup of individualised name cans (or Nutella's like-minded concept of personalised jars).
With our rapidly changing world, technological advancements and a growing network of creatives and entrepreneurs, it’s no surprise that the possibilities are endless in the realm of gift-giving.
We live in a society where many of us feel the desire to constantly share many aspects of our lives. The announcement of a new baby, holiday snaps or a gift or purchase that is personalised and, undoubtedly uploaded to social media for some love from friends, family and followers.
When you have a product that is completely customised to reflect your individuality, it adds an even greater value along with sentimental value for years to come (and does make for great photos if you choose).
Here are some of our most popular personalised g
Do you dread the thought of having to find the perfect birthday gift for a friend or family member?
Everyone is unique and gone are the days of the cookie-cutter gift. With online sales booming due to our changing global economy, the options are endless. With the right amount of research and a savvy shopping attitude, you’re sure to bag a bargain while sourcing the perfect memorable gift.
Tip #1 – Know your person
What are their hobbies and interests? Are they in their own home, engaged or have children? Are they practical or do they prefer something pampering? Maybe they enjoy entertaining? Make a list and possible ideas that align with their personality and interests.
Tip #2
It’s no surprise that like many other industries, the wedding industry and their couples have been thrown into chaos due to COVID-19. While many have been left shattered and disappointed, others are not taking ‘no’ for an answer and are determined to get hitched even if it means they can only have 10 of their closest present with them.
Many couples are looking into adapting their big day by looking into unique service offerings and staying away from the traditional large wedding which has also seen some business opportunities in the wedding market.
Eg: Drive Through Weddings Which has been popping up over news outlets the last couple of weeks.
Many couples have chosen to postpone their nuptials to late 2020 and into 2021 in favour of their original plans.
Businesses and support services such as @weddedwonderland have created
Mother's Day is only a couple of days away and this special occasion had us thinking about the women who have influenced us, through to the imperfections and joys of motherhood.
We put out a call to our PF fam to share real stories from the women that inspire them, in the hope it would connect, inspire and provide support to one another.
The current global crisis has had a profound impact on the way we communicate and go about our everyday life. More than ever, it’s important that we check up on our mothers, aunts, grandmothers, mum friends and carers.
Nat B
“My parents got divorced when I was 14 years old. The divorce put a lot of financial pressure on my mother because at that time she also had chosen to start her own business. Over the years she stressed about money like many of us do, but she always made sure we had plenty of food on the table and often said “food is something we don’t skimp on” and to this day it’s something I don’t com
There is an old saying that goes "Mum knows best" and for the most part, she does. Whether you asked for it or not, they know how to dish it out. Their advice can be life-changing, comforting and often practical, but as some of us know, the advice can be a little off-centre or just plain hilarious. In honour of Mother's Day 2020, we wanted to share best or worst advice your mother's or grandmothers had bestowed upon you over the years.
“Feed from both boobs every time you breast feed so you don't end up lopsided for the next three hours.” - Margaret
“Wait until the first baby is out of nappies before you have a second one.” - Jill
“Store all your plastic bags in one plastic bag.” - Cathy
“If you need money, go make some yourself.” - Tracey
“Put milk in before boiling water when making an instant coffee.” - Jamie
“Offer your guests maximum two glasses o
