What better way to start celebrating my birthday month than with a birthday wishlist post. I want to quickly put this out there but you will be seeing a lot of birthday content in the next fews weeks. I hope you don’t mind but with a lot of restrictions still in place, celebrating my birthday feels like one of the few positives at the moment.
I’m certainly not expecting to get all (or any) of the things I include in this post but I just thought it would be fun to share a few things I’m lusting after at the moment.
Books
There are actually a few books I really want to read at the moment so of course I had to add them to my birthday wishlist. If you’ve been a reader for a while, you will know that I love historical fiction. I recently discovered a few book series that I just know I will love. The first set is written by Maggie Sullivan and is based on Coronation Street during the second world war. I must admit I haven’t watched Coronation Street for years but there is something about the original characters that I love. I really want to see how the street was affected during the war and think they would be a lovely set of books to read.
Similar to the series I mentioned above, I also discovered that Pamela Bell has written a series about Emmerdale set during the first world war. I think this would be another heart-warming series to read. I’m even more pleased that this series continues into the second world war under the authors name Kerry Bell. I love reading series that follow the same set of characters over several years and events so this will be perfect for me. I’ve asked my mum to buy me these and split them between my birthday and Christmas so fingers crossed, I will be featuring them on my blog later in the year. I’d love for somebody to write an Eastenders version because it would be great to read about the square during the blitz.
Homewear
I’ve got to the age where I love homewear gifts. Whether its candles, or more decorative items, I just love them. I have seasonal boxes which I swap out throughout the year and so love adding to these. I’ve currently got lots of pastel colours, little bunnies and other pretty spring decorations. One of my favourite places to buy homewear is a local company called Pretty Lovely Interiors. They do beautiful pieces that won’t break the bank. I love everything on the website, so would be happy to receive anything from them.
Experiences
Over the last few years, I realised that I prefer the more minimalistic lifestyle. I no longer crave to have items as gifts and instead, much prefer experiences. I’ve already done a tram driving experience which was so much fun. I’ve also got an indoor sky dive to book when covid restrictions are lifted. Looking forward, I would love to do a helicopter ride and maybe a spa day. Even things such as a picnic with friends or an entry fee payment to an attraction would be great.
Blog
Ok, so I know this is an odd one to put here but hear me out. I’ve recently started trying to grow my mailing list. There’s a widget to the right if you would like to sign up. It would mean the world to me to get to 100 subscribers by the end of the month.
I’ve tried to keep this post short and sweet. As well as sharing what is on my birthday wishlist, I hope this post gives you some gift inspiration. What is top of your wishlist at the moment?
Ahh I never knew you could indoor skydive! That sounds so exciting 😊 my birthday is actually next week and Im not really sure what to ask for. Ive found myself way more drawn to experiences as I get older though (I’m 22 but that deffo made me sound like 80 haha) lovely post, thanks for sharing!
Love this list! The helicopter ride sounds fun and something out of the ordinary! Also can never miss some books in the list as well as homeware pieces! love those vases and candle x
This sounds like a brilliant birthday wishlist. I’ve never heard of the homeware brand so I’m off to check it out! I’m really interested to see what you do with your mailing list too x
Great list! In a way, books and things to make your home more comfortable are experiences as well of course. They provide you with certain feelings 😊
Great list, the helicopter ride is a lot of fun 😉
Thanks for sharing
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I always want try a helicopter ride! Sounds a lot of fun and awesome! I had an indoor skydive experience in 2019 and I loveee it so much 😀 Lovely post x
ah I hope you get everything on your list for your birthday – hopefully some keen shoppers will get some ideas.
I always love beauty for my birthday, but chosen by me!
Rosie
Books are always top of my wishlist. I am already thinking about ones to ask for and my birthday is not until July!
I will sign up for your email list… Happy birthday!
This is such a lovely list. I love the idea of giving experiences for a birthday. I think that it’s such a nice and different thing to do for someone 🙂
I love this! I’m the same as you and value experiences over actual presents x
Homewear, experiences, my blog growing are some of the things on my list too. I love to travel and experience something new on my birthday. Hope you’ll have a wonderful birthday!
I love birthday content- keep it coming! A spa day sounds like a lovely idea, I love how you’ve highlighted the importance of experiences x
It’s an excellent idea to make a birthday wish list. Due to COVID times and being stuck at home, at least there is something positive to look forward too. The indoor sky dive and helicopter ride sound amazing.
Books are always at the top of my list too. You can never go wrong with books.
Hope you’ll have an amazing birthday! Books are always a great gift to receive.
Antonia || Sweet Passions
I love birthdays! It’s nice to have books and some homewear — perfect combination to get comfy. Anyway, I fulfilled your last request on your birthday wishlist. Thanks for sharing!
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I’m loving your birthday wishlist Kelly! A spa day is a lovely birthday present! x
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I love books as gifts as well! x
I hope you receive all of these for your birthday! I can understand these items being top of your list. My birthday was all about books, as I’m trying to expand my home library now. I also love new home decor and experiences 🙂
Oo, I love both the sets of books you share, especially since both are series and are set during the World Wars. Experiences, in both writing and in life, are lessons and memories to treasure. Delighted to sign up for your mailing list and send an early ‘happy birthday!’ <3
Love this! 😊
With the growing age advancing in the collection of experiences is the best wish one could expect for Birthday 😊
I’ve heard so many awesome things about those books and always want to read them so I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on them. I hope you have an awesome birthday and lots of cake (if thats your thing)
I’ve just signed up to your mailing list! Hope you reach your goal!
Fab list! I love experiences or things to do as a present rather than actual ‘things’. You can make more memories that way! Also Happy Birthday month! I will sign up to your mailing list, if I am not already 🙂
Thanks for sharing 🙂
Aimsy xoxo
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Oooh some absolutely gorgeous gifts on your wishlist! Happy birthday month my lovely!
Love, Amie ❤
The Curvaceous Vegan
I love coronation street! Did you know about the books 😍 I would love a candle and the latest James Patterson women murder club books 📚
Nice list. And you are right about experiences. They create memories that can last a lifetime. I’d take that over a gift anytime. Thanks for sharing,
Wow……Happy Birthday in advance. This is a good wish list. Hopefully, you’ll get one of these as a present.
First of all Happy Birthday Month! I love homeware as well and making things beautiful for each season. I agree with you in that we need to joy in the positive things right now like birthdays.
Great birthday wish list! I love giving and receiving books. They are definitely my favourite gift. I hope you have a wonderful birthday!! Thanks for sharing! 🥳
Excellent birthday Wishlist. I hope you have an amazing day and you are able to tick all of these things of your list. Great post! xx
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I’m so with you on this! I way prefer experiences now to gifts!
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Cute birthday list, I hope you have an awesome birthday!!!! Absolutely checking out Pretty Lovely Interiors (as I also love homeware) – this is the first time I’ve heard about them!
An indoor sky dive and a spa day sound like great experiences! I’d love to do them both 🙂 Love your list!
This is a lovely wishlist Kelly! I have never heard of homeware but that image with the candle in it is so beautiful and the indoor sky dive is such a fab one too. I never knew you could skydive indoors. Happy birthday in advance!
These are such great ideas! I love shopping for gifts, & some of these are things I would have never thought of. Thank you for sharing!
This is such a great list! An indoor skydive would be an amazing experience. I haven’t watched Coronation Street in years and years, but those books actually sound really good! Happy birthday in advance!
Thanks for sharing your wishlist for your birthday, I hope you got them as presents 🙂