{"id":602,"date":"2015-11-18T19:12:22","date_gmt":"2015-11-18T19:12:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/?p=602"},"modified":"2025-06-02T18:39:18","modified_gmt":"2025-06-02T17:39:18","slug":"christmas-gifts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/christmas-gifts\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas Gifts"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"sws_supernormalaction\"><button on=\"tap:superwebshare-lightbox\" class=\"superwebshare_normal_button1 superwebshare-button-large superwebshare-button-default superwebshare_prompt superwebshare_button_svg\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color: #1e73be;\" ><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"superwebshare-svg\"  fill=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"0\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M789.86,323.67c91.79,0,164.25-72.46,164.25-164.25S881.64,0,789.86,0S625.6,72.46,625.6,164.25c0,4.83,0,14.49,0,24.15L306.76,371.98c-24.15-24.15-57.97-33.82-96.62-33.82c-91.79,0-164.25,72.46-164.25,164.25s72.46,164.25,164.25,164.25c38.65,0,72.46-14.49,96.62-33.82L625.6,821.26c0,9.66,0,14.49,0,19.32c0,86.96,72.46,159.42,159.42,159.42s159.42-72.46,159.42-159.42s-67.63-159.42-154.59-159.42c-33.82,0-67.63,9.66-96.62,33.82L374.4,526.57c0-9.66,0-19.32,0-24.15s0-14.49,0-24.15l318.84-188.41C717.39,314.01,751.21,323.67,789.86,323.67z\" \/><\/svg><span>Share<\/span><\/button><\/div><p>Ho, Ho, Ho!! Apologies for the slightly premature festive greeting but St Nick has donned his red suit and has a list of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/the-ultimate-fathers-day-gift-guide-2025-for-dad\/\">Smithers gifts<\/a> to ease you through the Christmas period and resolve the pressure of present buying. T&#8217;is (almost) the season of goodwill to all menfolk in their mancaves, wonder women, turbulent teenagers and over excitable little ones, so kick back with a glass of eggnog (who even drinks that crap?!) and listen to Father Smithers.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/P1020311.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-600 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/P1020311-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"P1020311\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/P1020311-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/P1020311-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/P1020311.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Turkey and tinsel we may not do, but if you&#8217;re after <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/gifts.html\">Christmas retro gifts<\/a> that come with\u00a0sparkle as standard (and you can never underestimate the power of sparkle), then\u00a0look no further than Smithers Grotto!<\/p>\n<h3>UNIQUE GIFTS FOR HIM<\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s a well known fact Mr Smithers is something of a big kid at heart, so with this\u00a0in mind let&#8217;s make a start on this quirky Christmas list with the perfect retro\u00a0gifts for all my fellow Peter Pans out there. Copper Bot\u00a0Christmases of the 1970&#8217;s saw a young Smithers spend many a happy hour playing with\u00a0shiny new copper\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/home\/smoking-robot.html\">robot toys<\/a> and its this long lasting love that has seen us undertake the\u00a0very shiniest collection of Robots at Smithers. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/copper-robot.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-620 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/copper-robot-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"copper-robot\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/copper-robot-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/copper-robot.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Having never truly grown up (don&#8217;t tell Mrs S I&#8217;ve admitted to that), the Vintage Bot\u00a0offers everything I could want from a robot. Handmade from tin plate and smart in design,\u00a0he walks, does a 360 spin and fires open his chest to unleash his ultimate weapons\u00a0when attack threatens.<\/p>\n<p>Our on trend Copper Robot&#8217;s machine gun even lights up and\u00a0fires laser shots! Does it get any better than that?! I think not.\u00a0Our retro robots make great collectors gifts and come packaged in a quirky gift box.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to check out our full range &#8211; spinning helmets and smoking mouths are just a\u00a0couple of the fabulous features from our bionic creations. However if you prefer your robot with a festive twist, our Nutcracker Robots are just the thing.<\/p>\n<p>What\u00a0better way to enjoy this time of year than sat by the fire with your new robotic\u00a0friend and a handful of monkey nuts?!\u00a0If you&#8217;re after a truly original gift with a retro twist, then pay a visit to the Smokin Bot and his robot chums.<\/p>\n<h3>Climbing Men<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/strong-men-cimbing-wall.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-587 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/strong-men-cimbing-wall-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"strong-men-cimbing-wall\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/strong-men-cimbing-wall-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/strong-men-cimbing-wall.jpg 667w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/climbing-men.html\">Climbing me<\/a>n trio of Strong Men is a fun yet striking wall sculpture that showcases a clear understanding of the male figure in what appears to be a a tense moment, through still motion. No mean feat.<\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;d like to tell you their muscular physique is\u00a0based upon my own masculine frame but I don&#8217;t want to end up on Santa&#8217;s naughty\u00a0list.<\/p>\n<p>Handmade from resin, our Climbing Men are ideal for narrow accent walls, adding\u00a0dimension to a flat, plain space. This strong trio make the perfect gift for any\u00a0office bound fella or man cave enthusiast.<\/p>\n<h3>Dart Coat Hooks<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/1706_darthooks2-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-588 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/1706_darthooks2-1-185x300.jpg\" alt=\"1706_darthooks2-1\" width=\"185\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/1706_darthooks2-1-185x300.jpg 185w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/1706_darthooks2-1.jpg 494w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 185px) 100vw, 185px\" \/><\/a>An excellent stocking filler for the dart lovers amongst us. Brighten up your fellas\u00a0living space or office with these fun themed arrows and score\u00a0ONE-HUNDRED-AND-EIGHTYYYYYYY in the gift giving stakes.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Stare straight down the barrel of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/vintage-home-decor.html\">retro home accessories<\/a> and create somewhere a little different to hang up your coat this winter.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>There&#8217;ll be no double trouble with these\u00a0designer darts under the Christmas tree &#8211; you&#8217;ll be bang on for a bullseye!<\/p>\n<h3>Book Rest Table Lamp<\/h3>\n<p>A firm favourite at Smithers and the bookworms amongst us is our new Book Lamp, but\u00a0as you&#8217;d assume here at Smithers HQ, this is no ordinary book lamp!<\/p>\n<p>Picture\u00a0this&#8230;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/bedside-lamp.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-589 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/bedside-lamp-300x193.jpg\" alt=\"bedside-lamp\" width=\"300\" height=\"193\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/bedside-lamp-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/bedside-lamp-768x494.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/bedside-lamp.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\nChristmas night and you&#8217;re tucked up in bed reading your book of choice under the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/neon-signs.html\"> neon light<\/a> of your quirky new lamp, delivered that very day by St Nick himself. Mr Sandman starts to work his magic so you give in to those heavy eyelids and put your book down.<\/p>\n<p>This is the special bit &#8211; no page corners turned down or book marks\u00a0required. Simply place your open book on top of your illuminated wonder!<\/p>\n<p>Not only will you never lose your page, you&#8217;ve even built a little house!\u00a0I&#8217;m desperately hoping for someone called Jack to receive this &#8211; the house that Jack\u00a0built?! Never mind.\u00a0Made from frosted glass, the lamp gives off the softest glow ideal for reading. This\u00a0is quite simply the most imaginative book rest we&#8217;ve seen in a long time and if the\u00a0added bonus of the house element doesn&#8217;t make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside\u00a0then I say Bah Humbug!<\/p>\n<h2>GIFTS FOR HER<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/light-up-letters.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-603 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/light-up-letters-300x247.jpg\" alt=\"light-up-letters\" width=\"300\" height=\"247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/light-up-letters-300x247.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/light-up-letters.jpg 546w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Brace yourselves lovely people &#8211; Mr S is about to embrace his feminine side and get\u00a0down with the girls. Not literally of course, Mrs S might not be too happy.<\/p>\n<p>The dog house is a cold place my friends (so I&#8217;m told), and who wants to spend\u00a0Boxing Day making awkward gift returns? Plus shopping with us can be done from the\u00a0comfort of your man cave! Win win.<\/p>\n<p>Smithers Gifts for Her will not only keep you out the bad books, they&#8217;re even\u00a0capable of world peace. Well, in your house anyway! Remember lads &#8211; happy wife,\u00a0happy life.<\/p>\n<h3>Zebra Travel Bag<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/zebra-bag.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-590 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/zebra-bag-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"zebra-bag\" width=\"169\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/zebra-bag-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/zebra-bag.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<p>What lady doesn&#8217;t love a new bag? I&#8217;m telling you fellas &#8211; she doesn&#8217;t exist!\u00a0For those of you with jet setting loved ones, our Zebra Travel Bag will guarantee smiles all round this festive season.\u00a0The flora and fauna print of our zebra bag encapsulates the spirit of exotic funky\u00a0travel and vintage style one one fell swoop.<\/p>\n<p>From cosy, romantic weekends away to a\u00a0few sun drenched days by the pool, we&#8217;re convinced our Zebra Bag will ensure an uber\u00a0stylish traveller and enhanced experience, regardless of destination.<\/p>\n<h3>Letter Lights<\/h3>\n<p>K for Kim?<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/k-letter-light.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-591 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/k-letter-light-300x197.jpg\" alt=\"red-k-letter-light\" width=\"300\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/k-letter-light-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/k-letter-light-768x505.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/k-letter-light.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>NOEL for a festive touch?\u00a0Or even MARRY ME for a massive drop of sparkly Christmas romance?<\/p>\n<p>Whatever your preferred initial, word or phrase of choice, we guarantee you will\u00a0categorically be in the good books for many moons to come if you treat your lucky\u00a0lady to these beautiful illuminated letters this Christmas.<\/p>\n<p>Reminiscent of yesteryear carnivals and cinematic lighting, our magical metal Letter\u00a0Lights will transform any unloved wall or shelf into a stunning statement space.<\/p>\n<h3>Gold Cockatiel<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Gold-cockatoo.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-592 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Gold-cockatoo-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"Gold-cockatoo\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Gold-cockatoo-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/Gold-cockatoo.jpg 703w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Bird detailing and decor still remains a classic style and our glorious Gold\u00a0Cockatiel ornament adds a flourish of luxury to any dressing table or window sill.<\/p>\n<p>Handmade in a simple mirrored gold finish, your loved one will sing like a canary\u00a0when she finds this beautiful bird in her stocking on Christmas morning.<\/p>\n<p>A little birdie tells me this golden beauty won&#8217;t ruffle any feathers and guarantees\u00a0a very happy love nest this winter. Well you know what they say &#8211; a bird in the hand\u00a0is worth two in the bush.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s a filthy joke in there somewhere, but best not\u00a0venture on this occasion. Just buy the bird &#8211; for your bird!<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/P1020234.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-594 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/P1020234-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"P1020234\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/P1020234-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/P1020234.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a>Pink Rose Deer Head<\/h3>\n<p>Chocolates and diamonds are so last year &#8211; nothing says &#8220;I love you&#8221; like a Pink\u00a0Stag Head with yellow antlers!\u00a0Add a touch of quirk to your beloveds Christmas with our stylish stag.<\/p>\n<p>Handmade from\u00a0solid resin, this magnificent magenta wall hanging comes complete with vibrant\u00a0yellow antlers and beautiful rosebud detailing.<\/p>\n<p>Drop a pop of retro chic flair to your loved ones home or office space with this\u00a0glorious conversation piece. Remember &#8211; a stag is for life, not just for Christmas.<\/p>\n<h2>GIFTS FOR TEENS<\/h2>\n<p>Teens can be a troublesome lot. Barely grunting one minute, hissy fits the next.\u00a0With all those hormones flying round, it&#8217;s vital you get the gifts right. We&#8217;ve got\u00a0everything you&#8217;ll need to keep Kevin and Perry happy this Christmas, so listen up!<\/p>\n<h3>Laundry Punch Bag<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/rocky-accessories.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-593 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/rocky-accessories-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"rocky-accessories\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/rocky-accessories-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/rocky-accessories.jpg 532w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<p>We love a double sided coin at Smithers and our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/gifts\/punch-laundry-bag.html\">Laundry Punch Bag<\/a> is a perfect\u00a0example of this. As a grumpy teenage boy (I&#8217;ve not changed much), I recall being\u00a0ever so slightly aggressive and not overly helpful with my dirty washing. If only\u00a0I&#8217;d had a Laundry Punch Bag!<\/p>\n<p>The perfect release for teenage angst and no stinking\u00a0clothes on the floor &#8211; everyone&#8217;s happy.<\/p>\n<p>Big enough to hold a heavyweight load of\u00a0washing and tough enough to take a Balboa beating. Ding ding!!<\/p>\n<h3>Star and Symbol Lights<\/h3>\n<p>Your teenagers will blush with embarrassment if you remind them how much they used to like singing &#8216;Twinkle Twinkle, Little Star&#8217; (naked with their pants on their head), but they&#8217;ll love you forever if you treat them to one of our fairground themed Star Lights this Christmas.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;re talking super cool illumination for any bedroom in a variety of colours to suit all. It&#8217;s a well known fact that mobile phones are part of the daily routine for teens (and me to be honest), so if you prefer your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/pendant-lighting.html\">vintage pendant lighting<\/a> with a text style twist we also have fairground lights available in Ampersand, Hashtag and Arrow Symbols.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/old-skateboards.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-596 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/old-skateboards-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"old-skateboards\" width=\"169\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/old-skateboards-169x300.jpg 169w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/old-skateboards-575x1024.jpg 575w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/old-skateboards.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 169px) 100vw, 169px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Skateboards<\/h3>\n<p>For kids who love the great outdoors with a retro feel, we have our 1975 California\u00a0Cruiser Skateboards. Smithers is keeping old skool style alive with these nostalgic\u00a0boards &#8211; Dogtown and Z Boys would be proud.<\/p>\n<p>Single kick decks make it easy to\u00a0execute signature tricks and stunt favourites.<\/p>\n<p>These vibrant skateboards are available in purple decks with green wheels or\u00a0turquoise blue with orange wheels and are the only colours to be seen in this\u00a0Christmas.<\/p>\n<h3>The Tube Docking Station<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/tube.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-595 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/tube-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"coper-docking-station\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/tube-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/tube-175x175.jpg 175w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/tube-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/tube-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/tube.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<p>If today&#8217;s kids are anything like I was as a teenager, then it&#8217;s all about the music\u00a0and so with that in mind, we present to you the ultimate in docking stations &#8211; The\u00a0Tube.<\/p>\n<p>Sleek in design with a bang on trend copper finish, our Bluetooth docking station is\u00a0the perfect present for any music lover this Christmas.<\/p>\n<p>The Tube offers eleven hours\u00a0of uninterrupted tunes and only the very best sounds with a stylish edge.\u00a0The Tube = Happy Teens. Enough said.<\/p>\n<h3>GIFTS FOR CHILDREN<\/h3>\n<p>Christmas is all about children. Grotto visits to Santa, making wishes whilst\u00a0stirring the pudding, decorating the tree, nativity plays and excited little faces\u00a0on Christmas morning. In turn, a child can add a priceless magic to your Christmas,\u00a0so it&#8217;s only natural you&#8217;d want give a gift that will make their day even more\u00a0special.<\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;ve got an excellent reputation with my daughter for giving <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/gifts.html\">great grandad gifts<\/a>, so take note good people and you may also be lucky enough to receive the &#8216;cool parent&#8217; status that I now proudly hold.<\/p>\n<h2>Bully Stool<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/bull-dog-stools.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-597 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/bull-dog-stools-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"bull-dog-stools\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/bull-dog-stools-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/bull-dog-stools.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<p>If a puppy just isn&#8217;t on your agenda, we may well have the next best thing. Our\u00a0Bully Stools make great bedroom or playroom furniture that&#8217;s fun and lovable.<\/p>\n<p>They\u00a0enjoy the roughest of cuddles and even come fully house trained! What better way to\u00a0watch their favourite films this Christmas than from the comfort of Bully&#8217;s back?<\/p>\n<p>Available in soft grey and brown faux suede or patriotic Union Jack print for any aspiring little soldiers, these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/gifts.html\">quirky gifts<\/a> limited edition stools will be your childrens new best friend in no time at all!<\/p>\n<h3>Classic Red Pull Cart<\/h3>\n<p>For pre-schoolers who are out of buggies, it\u2019s also a great item to take on long walks, when their little legs won\u2019t go any further and a meltdown threatens! Three words to sum up our fabulous cart \u2013 classic, cool.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/robot-lunch-bot.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-598 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/robot-lunch-bot-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"robot-lunch-bot\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/robot-lunch-bot-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/robot-lunch-bot-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/robot-lunch-bot-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/robot-lunch-bot.jpg 1199w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Robot Lunch Bot<\/h3>\n<p>Add a drop of retro fun to your kids packed lunches with our vintage style Robot\u00a0Lunch Bot!<\/p>\n<p>Children can be fickle when it comes to food, but our Robot Lunch Box\u00a0will encourage even the faddiest of eaters to fill their faces!\u00a0Lunch Bot loves Bionic Banana Sandwiches and Chocolate &#8216;Chip&#8217; Cookies best, but\u00a0what&#8217;s your favourite packed lunch treat?!<\/p>\n<h3>Ride On Cars<\/h3>\n<p>Christmas wouldn&#8217;t be Christmas without the addition of a new ride on car delivered\u00a0by the big man. Yes, it&#8217;s probably blowing a wet and windy gale outside and yes,\u00a0you&#8217;ve probably got every relative, friend, neighbour and stranger round for\u00a0Christmas dinner, but you can guarantee none of the above will deter the kids from\u00a0riding their new beloved vehicle and taking a few ankles and door frames with them\u00a0along the way! Well it is Christmas. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/red-ride-on-retro-racing-car.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-599 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/red-ride-on-retro-racing-car-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"red-ride-on-retro-racing-car\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/red-ride-on-retro-racing-car-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/red-ride-on-retro-racing-car-175x175.jpg 175w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/red-ride-on-retro-racing-car-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/red-ride-on-retro-racing-car.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>I am so, so happy to say we have the most wonderful collection of Classic Ride On\u00a0Cars available this Christmas and if I could find one in my size, by Christ, you\u00a0wouldn&#8217;t see me for dust!<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;ve got a budding firefighter, classic car\u00a0racer or just a super, cool dude or dudette, we&#8217;ve got the bases covered.<\/p>\n<p>The Classic Red Hook and Ladder Fire Engine comes complete with ladder detail,\u00a0ringing bell (apologies once again) and the shiniest paint job we&#8217;ve ever seen.<\/p>\n<p>This\u00a0is emergency vehicles where style comes as standard.\u00a0For Lewis Hamilton fans with a retro twist, it&#8217;s got to be the Classic Silver Racer.<\/p>\n<p>The grills, the chrome steering wheel, the number one decals &#8211; this sassy racing\u00a0cars got it all.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/fire-engine-ride-on.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-604 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/fire-engine-ride-on-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"fire-engine-ride-on\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/fire-engine-ride-on-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/fire-engine-ride-on-175x175.jpg 175w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/fire-engine-ride-on-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/fire-engine-ride-on-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/11\/fire-engine-ride-on.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\nLastly but by no means least, I give you the Classic Hot Rod &#8211; for only the very coolest of kids. Red hot flames lick the mustard yellow body and scream &#8216;Grease Lightening&#8217; status.<\/p>\n<p>Sadly Brylcreem and a leather jacket aren&#8217;t included but I&#8217;m\u00a0working on it.\u00a0Could these retro ride ons be any cooler? Good luck choosing.<\/p>\n<p>Needless to say, I\u00a0want them all\u00a0Well, I&#8217;m feeling thoroughly festive after that little lot!<\/p>\n<p>Time to roll out my\u00a0Christmas mug for the next tea break me thinks. Tried using it in July once &#8211; the\u00a0wife gave me a filthy look. I&#8217;ve not made the same mistake twice.\u00a0Hopefully we have eased any gift giving concerns and you&#8217;re feeling joyful and\u00a0triumphant, however if the thought of wrapping paper and cellotape are bringing you\u00a0out in snowflake shaped hives, one thing to mention is we also provide a gift\u00a0wrapping service. Panic averted. Back to the eggnog filth.<\/p>\n<p>Well I could stay and chat all day, but obviously St Nick&#8217;s got a deadline so off\u00a0back to the Smithers grotto I go.Until next time my festive friends,\u00a0Mr Smithers.<\/p>\n<h3><em><strong>Scribble your thoughts onto our canvas. <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/content\/guest-posting\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"976\">Share your story<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n<div class=\"sws_supernormalaction\"><button on=\"tap:superwebshare-lightbox\" class=\"superwebshare_normal_button1 superwebshare-button-large superwebshare-button-default superwebshare_prompt superwebshare_button_svg\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color: #1e73be;\" ><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"superwebshare-svg\"  fill=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"0\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M789.86,323.67c91.79,0,164.25-72.46,164.25-164.25S881.64,0,789.86,0S625.6,72.46,625.6,164.25c0,4.83,0,14.49,0,24.15L306.76,371.98c-24.15-24.15-57.97-33.82-96.62-33.82c-91.79,0-164.25,72.46-164.25,164.25s72.46,164.25,164.25,164.25c38.65,0,72.46-14.49,96.62-33.82L625.6,821.26c0,9.66,0,14.49,0,19.32c0,86.96,72.46,159.42,159.42,159.42s159.42-72.46,159.42-159.42s-67.63-159.42-154.59-159.42c-33.82,0-67.63,9.66-96.62,33.82L374.4,526.57c0-9.66,0-19.32,0-24.15s0-14.49,0-24.15l318.84-188.41C717.39,314.01,751.21,323.67,789.86,323.67z\" \/><\/svg><span>Share<\/span><\/button><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ShareHo, Ho, Ho!! Apologies for the slightly premature festive greeting but St Nick has donned his red suit and has a list of Smithers gifts to ease you through the Christmas period and resolve the pressure of present buying. 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