This year Mother's Day falls on the 14th of March, so if you haven't got that special lady a gift just yet, you'd better act fast! But what do you get the most influential woman in your life? Well if you're from Birmingham, I already know one thing you're definitely going to be hunting down this March - a "Mom" card. We don't do "Mum", "Mam" or "Mother" here!
I'll also assume (because you're reading this gift guide) that you're a good Brummie who is looking to support some great Birmingham businesses this Mother's Day, so I'll try to help you out the best I can!
I've popped together a list of fantastic Birmingham independent's supplying all of the things your Mom could possibly want. From flowers arranged by born and bred Brummies to bevs brewed right here in the second city, I'd like to think I've got it all covered!
Oh and I've even tracked down a couple of Mom cards too! You're welcome!
So here it is, my ultimate Brummie Mothers Day Gift Guide...
Plants and flowers
Birmingham based houseplant shop with delivery across the UK. Gifts, greetings cards, and gift cards are also available.
Florist and houseplant shop based on Stirchley high street in south Birmingham. Mother's day bouquets, gifts, and cards available to order.
Houseplants, garden plants, artificial plants and more, all available for delivery across the UK.
Hall Green based florist offering bouquets, gifts, cards, balloons, and more.
A boutique florist based in Piccadilly Arcade in Birmingham City Centre.
Fresh flowers, house plants, and gifts available to buy online or from Moor Street Station.
Health and beauty
A vegan and cruelty free makeup brand based right here in Birmingham.
Currently 20% off with code MARCH21
An independant skincare company based in Kings Heath. Facials, massages, and others treatments are also available.
Dry Spa in the centre of Birmingham. Treatments, gift vouchers, and spa products available.
Spa hotel based in Sutton Coldfield. Treatments available from 12th April.
Clothes, jewellery, and accessories
Vintage clothes, accessories, books, and records.
Clothes, accessories, homeware and more.
Laser cut jewellery, DIY craft kits, and workshops available.
Minimal recycled silver jewellery. Designed and made in Brum.
Botanical inspired jewellery handmade in Birmingham's world famous Jewellery Quarter.
Food and drink
Independent bakery based in Kings Heath. Cakes, Vouchers available. The Mother's Day Afternoon tea available is currently sold out.
Restaurant and bistro based in Edgbaston. Takeaway Afternoon Tea available for collection.
Sutton Coldfield based Deli and Salad Bar. Breakfast, Brunch, Afternoon Tea, and graze boxes available.
A new Birmingham based cocktail bar. Pre made cocktails available for delivery.
Kings Heath based shop and deli selling Wine, cheese, hampers and more.
Natural wines and gift cards available.
Cards, gifts, and wrapping
Stationary, books, greetings cards and more.
Funky cards, gifts, hampers, and more.
Greetings cards and prints. "Mom" cards available!
Greetings cards, stickers, and prints. "Mom" cards available!
Cards, stickers, wine labels, and more. "Mom" cards available!
A Brummie charity selling mothers day cards to help families with young children. "Mom" cards available!
Fun Brummie greetings cards. "Mom" cards available!
So with all these fantastic Birmingham Businesses selling all kinds of cards and gifts, I'm sure you'll be able to pick up a thing or two for your Mom this Mother's Day whilst also supporting some great independent sellers!
Let me know if you've grabbed any goodies from the businesses lifted above, and if you think I've missed off any fab Brummie brands give me a shout in the comments!
Thanks for reading!
Christmas, the most wonderful time of year and one of the most celebrated holidays on the calendar. Around 2 billion people celebrate Christmas each year so it's no surprise that the film industry capitalises on this and churns out tonnes of festive movies!
But what if you're a bit of a Grinch when it comes to watching well, the Grinch? What if the thought of seeing Home Alone again has you running for the snow covered hills? What if actually you don't give a shit about love? Well do I have just the thing for you!
Most people enjoy watching a film or seven over the Christmas break but not everyone wants to watch yet another Santa saturated movie, and guess what? You don't have to!
Here are 55 feel good films to watch over the festive season that aren't about Christmas!
Romance Films (that won't include any Christmas proposals or festive weddings)
- Holiday In The Wild
- Ibiza
- Blended
- About Time
- 13 Going On 30
- Notting Hill
- Chalet Girl
Comedy Films (with zero festive cheer)
- The Hustle
- The Hangover, The Hangover Part II, The Hangover Part III
- Forgetting Sarah Marshall
- White Chicks
- We're The Millers
- Bad Moms
Musicals (without an ounce of Christmas spirit)
- Mamma Mia & Mamma Mia Here We Go Again
- The Greatest Showman
- Across The Universe
- Eurovision Song Contest: The Story Of Fire Saga
- Yesterday
- Sunshine On Leith
Quirky Films (that probably won't feature any reindeer)
- Mr Roosevelt
- Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist
- Little Miss Sunshine
- The Runaways
- The Fundamentals Of Caring
- The Breaker Uppers
- Safety Not Guaranteed
Coming Of Age Films (that aren't about Christmas)
- Sierra Burgess Is a Loser
- To All The Boys I've Loved Before & To All The Boys: PS I Still Love You
- Angus Thongs & Perfect Snogging
- Lady Bird
- Clueless
- Wild Child
- Sisterhood Of The Travelling Pants
Animated / Disney Films (that might feature a snowman or two, sorry!)
- Frozen & Frozen 2
- Madagascar, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa, Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted
- The Jungle Book
- Flushed Away
- The Little Mermaid & The Little Mermaid II: Return To The Sea
- Monsters Inc
- Shrek, Shrek 2, Shrek The Third, Shrek Forever After
- The Lion King, The Lion King 2: Simba's Pride, The Lion King 1 1/2
- Aristocats
So those are 55 of the best feel good films to watch over the festive season that aren't about Christmas!
What will you be watching this year? Are festive films your guilty pleasure, or will you be opting for an anti Christmas movie instead? Whatever you decide I hope you have a fab Xmas and a wonderful life 😉
I've popped together a list of independent Birmingham businesses you can support this Christmas...
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