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50th birthday ... what to get?

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Mischance · 11/07/2026 14:07

I really want to get something nice for my DD. I don't have a huge budget (£50 - £100) as I am already paying for a treat for her and her friends, but I would like her to have something to keep from the day.
She's artistic, musical, runs outdoor festivals, lives in the countryside, not sporty, into fairly casual wear ... no suits, high heels or posh stuff like that .. smart but mildly hippy ... not into jewellery really. Her house is full of original art so don't want to go in that direction as she has her own taste. I have given pottery and interesting cushions before.
Help!!!!

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PersephoneParlormaid · 11/07/2026 14:10

Would she like an Elizabeth Scarlett make up bag? I know she’s casual but the various styles of bags are lovely for keeping anything in.

Mischance · 11/07/2026 14:17

She doesn't wear makeup at all but I will look at these bags .... thanks for the idea.

She might like a stylish bag that is more artisan than designer.

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madaboutpurple · 11/07/2026 14:23

What about taking her for Afternoon tea.?

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Mischance · 11/07/2026 14:26

Elizabeth Scarlatt is definitely the right look.

Can't really take her out for tea unfortunately as this is her busy season running festivals.

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CoastlineAtlantic · 11/07/2026 14:40

How about a good quality hardback sketchbook, with a linen or leather cover? You can write a beautiful message to your DD celebrating her 50th year? The sketchbook is simple, yet it can become something she would treasure.
Or a high end canvas tote with her initials monogrammed on it? Very useful for toting around art supplies, books, or whatever needs toting!
An engraved stainless steel insulated tumbler or flask? You can have her name, initials or title engraved on it? Good for all the festivals your DD runs!
Perhaps a high-quality woolen picnic blanket with leather strapped carrier handles?
If your budget affords it, and either or suggestion might be to gift your DD with an affordable note book, in which you have written "50" reasons why you love your DD. Funny stories, her unique traits, kindness examples? I think that is as nice, or nicer really, than a card as you can write so much more that will mean much to your DD.
Good luck and happy birthday to your DD!

Mischance · 11/07/2026 14:45

Some lovely ideas there!
I paint so could add a painted cover - lots to think about! Thank you!

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Mischance · 11/07/2026 16:03

I have found a lovely embroidered linen cover notebook ... they are going to embroider her name on it and I will add some of my small paintings inside.
Thank you for the ideas ... I am saving the Elizabeth Scarlett bag idea for Christmas ...

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EverMissWicklowSometimes · 11/07/2026 16:20

Money and let her buy something she likes. I am 45 and there is no way my mum could choose something for me that wouldn't go straight to the charity shop!

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