Quick - need a present idea

[sherrardk]

I have some friends who are moving away. They will be moving into their own home for the first time (they live in Army accommodation at the moment) and I want to buy something for their son (I'll give them some booze). I don't want anything too sentimental but something thoughtful. The only thing I can think of is a name plate for his bedroom door (as it is going to be his proper, forever bedroom). He is six by the way. (PS - I need a quick idea as I am going to theirs next weekend for a night out sort of thing and would like to take the present with me.) Thanks

[Buenchico]

'Personalised' gifts are,as you've suggested, a great idea for kids.

If not a name plate, how about a mug with his name on it (which, of course, you'll fill with sweets before presenting him with it!).

[sherrardk]

Thanks Pink - I wanted something that would say 'home' to him. In a lot of rented places you are not allowed to put nails in the walls, etc so I thought he might like that - just got to find one that doesn't look too young (6 year olds are ticky little blighters).

[boxtops]

Yes, sounds good - it's a lovely idea.

[sherrardk]

Cheers all - just got to find one that doesn't look too cheesy. On EBay at the moment (not big on proper shopping at real shops due to little ones).

[looobylooo]

http://www.my-door-names.co.uk/

nice idea sherrardk. theres some nice ones on here.
not sure how fast they can dispatch though, especially if youre wanting it for next weekend.

[looobylooo]

this is a nice one, £11.95, free p&p, delivery 3-5 working days.

http://www.simplywood...plaque-lazy-teddy.htm

[sherrardk]

The personalised things take ages to come - may have to brave the real shops (can't think of any where I live that would do them - need NoM or Benny3008 to help me really).

[~Wingnut~]

If you can't find any in your local shops, sometimes garden centres do personalised items for kids, so if you have any near you it may be worth having a look :o)
Clintons may have them if you have one of those near you,

[boxtops]

There's some boy-type ones here on Amazon, sherrard, take a peep: https://www.amazon.co...ns&sprefix=door+signs

[CuteToni]

A lot of the greetings card shoppies do ready made personalised nameplates.