There is no better feeling than giving the perfect gift. This Christmas, many of us will be seeking out more meaningful ways to treat the little loves ones in our lives, finding ways to reduce costs without diminishing any Christmas spirit. We were inspired by the beautiful, simple sentiment of the 4-gift rule and wanted to share our love for some fellow independent brands with a ‘Want, Need, Wear, Read Gift Guide and Giveaway’ launching on Tuesday 29th November. Fancy winning something amazing? Read on to find out what’s on our ultimate festive gift giveaway list!
Nurture a love of storytelling and you give kids a gift for life. Yoto is a brand that shares our passion for adventure only they like theirs in audio! Yoto is an award-winning audio player that fills your home with inspiring audio and lets kids lead the way. Packed with features for day and night, the Yoto player lets kids explore their favourite stories, music and more without a screen. We’ve road-tested the Yoto Mini at bedtime and it’s a truly relaxing, bonding experience that makes you feel like the story has literally come to life! To win a Yoto Family Bundle worth £250 enter our WANT giveaway on Tuesday 29th November.
We love to play but imagine this – wooden toy experts Jaques have a 175-year history of making games and toys to entertain families. Fun fact – Jon Jaques II introduced Croquet to the world in 1838. As of today, Jaques of London is still owned and run by cousins Emmett and Joe Jaques – now 8th Generation Jaques.They have a real passion for play. To date they have launched over 100 of new toys and games to continue empowering the next generation. We love making everyday, outdoor adventures a bit special so when we saw this awesome Rock Decorating Kit by Jaques we knew it would work perfectly in our festive gift giveaway. To win a Jaques Rock Decorating Kit enter our WANT giveaway on Thursday 1st December.
Bundle Beds, an absolute essential for adventure-loving families! This was the only product on our hit list when we were thinking about a gift that families really need. Once you have bundled you can never go back! These self-inflating beds are super comfy, they look great and they pack up small making them the perfect takeaway for family adventures. Staying away from home is so effortless with a Bundle Bed – whether camping, visiting family or having a good old fashioned sleepover. Roll ‘em up and get ready to ride out. We love the combination of style and practicality and think you will too. You can win a Classic Bundle Bed by entering our NEED giveaway on Monday 5th December.
Our love for Little Hotdog Watson spans many years. A true innovator of funky kids hats that empower adventure, founder Emma is one of the most talented designers and smartest business minds we have had the pleasure to work with. All hail the classic fur trim LHW Arctic Cub Hat! Resplendent in vibrant colour-palettes, patterns and unparalleled technicality. Made with the highest-quality fabrics, this is the ONLY hat you need to keep heads warm and hearts engaged in outdoor play this Winter. We have 3 Arctic Cub Hats to giveaway and will be pairing each one with a matching shade from our Winter Brights Welly collection. To win a Winter Warmdrobe, enter our WEAR giveaway on Wednesday 7th December.
Not every gift needs to be brand new. In fact, there’s something rather thrilling about buying the perfect Christmas Day lewk at a fraction of the price, this is where Dotte can be your best friend. Shop your favourite kids brands There are so many quality brands on their resale platform that are ready to be passed on from your family to the next (and the next!). Dotte is another fantastic way your family can make a sustainable wardrobe swap and help keep our clothes and wellies in circulation for longer. To win a £25 voucher to spend on Dotte AND a pair of our new Winter Brights wellies enter our WEAR giveaway on Saturday 10th December.
We love independent retail! And nobody does it better than Ottie & the Bea, purveyor of the best kids books, lifestyle brands and of course…Grass & Air! It is so important to shop small and shop local where you can, retailers like this are the lifeblood of our communities and make popping out for a quick pressie so special. Founder Julie is a font of knowledge when it comes to recommending books for our Adventure Crew and she has kindly picked 3 glorious titles inspired by walks, nature and exploring to contribute to our giveaway. To win this prize enter our READ giveaway on Monday 12th December.
Halloween Half Term Activities To Do with Your Family It’s that time of year again where the leaves turn crunchy and the temperature drops. Spooky season is upon us and we know how much kids look forward to dressing up and using their imagination. As parents we are trained in the art of last minute …
Rainy Day Games We Are Adventurers was founded by Forest School practitioner and former British soldier, Paul Wilcox and his wife, Jennifer. They have two children Eamon and Orlaith and live in Chorlton, Manchester. Paul explains: “When the rain’s pouring it’s time to tog up and get outside with your little ones to stomp …
Give your old wellies some love! Children seem to outgrow shoes quickly or wear them out being adventurous. Instead of throwing them away (a big no-no), why not try some of these recycling ideas and help reduce our impact on the environment. Welly Plant Pots A really simple and fun way to jazz up the garden is to make plant pots with your …
As we entered 2020, at Grass & Air we felt we needed something big to kick start the decade. So, the team headed to Paris to attend our most fashionable foray yet. Making our international trade show debut at Playtime Paris! The Playtime Group focus on creativity and trends when curating their trade shows. Bringing …
Grass & Air’s Christmas Competitions
There is no better feeling than giving the perfect gift. This Christmas, many of us will be seeking out more meaningful ways to treat the little loves ones in our lives, finding ways to reduce costs without diminishing any Christmas spirit. We were inspired by the beautiful, simple sentiment of the 4-gift rule and wanted to share our love for some fellow independent brands with a ‘Want, Need, Wear, Read Gift Guide and Giveaway’ launching on Tuesday 29th November. Fancy winning something amazing? Read on to find out what’s on our ultimate festive gift giveaway list!
Yoto
Jaques of London: Wooden Toys & Games
We love to play but imagine this – wooden toy experts Jaques have a 175-year history of making games and toys to entertain families. Fun fact – Jon Jaques II introduced Croquet to the world in 1838. As of today, Jaques of London is still owned and run by cousins Emmett and Joe Jaques – now 8th Generation Jaques. They have a real passion for play. To date they have launched over 100 of new toys and games to continue empowering the next generation. We love making everyday, outdoor adventures a bit special so when we saw this awesome Rock Decorating Kit by Jaques we knew it would work perfectly in our festive gift giveaway. To win a Jaques Rock Decorating Kit enter our WANT giveaway on Thursday 1st December.
Bundle Beds
Bundle Beds, an absolute essential for adventure-loving families! This was the only product on our hit list when we were thinking about a gift that families really need. Once you have bundled you can never go back! These self-inflating beds are super comfy, they look great and they pack up small making them the perfect takeaway for family adventures. Staying away from home is so effortless with a Bundle Bed – whether camping, visiting family or having a good old fashioned sleepover. Roll ‘em up and get ready to ride out. We love the combination of style and practicality and think you will too. You can win a Classic Bundle Bed by entering our NEED giveaway on Monday 5th December.
Little Hotdog Watson
Dotte
Not every gift needs to be brand new. In fact, there’s something rather thrilling about buying the perfect Christmas Day lewk at a fraction of the price, this is where Dotte can be your best friend. Shop your favourite kids brands There are so many quality brands on their resale platform that are ready to be passed on from your family to the next (and the next!). Dotte is another fantastic way your family can make a sustainable wardrobe swap and help keep our clothes and wellies in circulation for longer. To win a £25 voucher to spend on Dotte AND a pair of our new Winter Brights wellies enter our WEAR giveaway on Saturday 10th December.
Ottie & the Bea
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