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Sometimes in life, a little sucking up is required to get the things you want. After all, it is Christmas very soon! Whether it’s for a promotion at work or you’re attempting to grovel to a sibling, sucking up successfully can require tact. Too little and you won’t get anywhere, too much and your agenda is discovered.
What do we suggest? Well we’re glad you asked…
Our suggestion: It’s time to get sentimental, and what better an opportunity than personalising a beautiful wine bag with pictures of you and your chum to remind her just how special and amazing and wonderful you are. Throw in a bottle of wine and you’re set for an evening of wedding planning, good times, and potentially an invite to be bridesmaid…
Our suggestion: Nobody likes a serial no show, and every now and again you’ve got to hold your hands up. Sorry sometimes seems to be the hardest word…but what about the easiest smell? (Stay with us!) Make your apologies, but make them giggle a little too with an ‘I’m sorry’ scented candle! Eau de so sorry.
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Our suggestion: It’s hard to throw people off the scent of despair, especially people that know you too well like your siblings or partners. The best option? Pizza. (Or a cheeky tipple). Two things that on the spot, nobody can resist really. The bigger the favour, the bigger the pizza. Throw in some chocolates too and you’re pretty much guaranteed that favour.
Our suggestion: It’s time to win back some lost brownie points. WITH BROWNIES. Knock up a fresh batch of delicious brownies in a personalised Vanilla Reindeer grovel box, equipped with a photo of you pretending to cry on the front. Funny, sentimental, and delicious! Or if baking isn’t your thing, send them some personalised chocolates (yeh we have them too) or even a good bottle of gin!
Our suggestion: Flattery, and something really, REALLY cool. Have you ever heard of a mini desk garden? No. But now you have. Perfect for those who need a little Zen after working incredibly hard at work…i.e. your wonderful and hardworking boss.
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Our suggestion: How do you let your family know you have enough pants and socks to last you a life time without awkwardly dropping it mid convo over the dinner table? Why not write an old school Christmas wish list and send it out via email to your family. Include links, pictures and cater for all budgets and you’re sorted. Not only will it show you are truly organised but hopefully the lack of links to collections of plain white pants, will stop anyone from “spoiling” you to a new pair this Christmas…again!
Sometimes winning people over requires a little more than a text or bunch of flowers from the local petrol station. Being creative has its rewards, and taking the time to consider what someone will find really special rarely fails. By doing something personalised, you can really makes someone’s day too! And if you’re really up sh*t creek, give them all the gifts we’ve mentioned, buy them puppy, and never do it again…