Imagine your mum's house at about eight in the evening. The dishes are done. the lamp by her chair is on, and for once nobody needs anything. This is what she will do during her hour. Whether it be a book, half finished project or just letting her tea go cold.
Most gifts miss the mark but this guide will help you find a gift for her. We have looked around her house and found some little worlds to add.
A book nook!
The Chair by the Lamp
If your mum likes to read then give her a whole new world to enjoy.
Cats Crossing is a hidden library in the forest. There are ivy covered shelves with small books and there are three cats walking around! There is also an illuminated infinite mirror giving the illusion of going further into the trees. This is an intermediate build (407 pieces) so will take you a relaxed week to complete.
If your mum would prefer something more gentle then Forest Cottage is a great beginner build (245 pieces). It has a glowing lake under the mossy ground. There is a rope bridge across the forest walkway. And there is a small creature hiding somewhere in the trees! This is one of the most built this month so is a good place to start.
Cats Crossing · Forest Cottage
The Kitchen Shelf
There will always be a spot in every home for a warm glow. Usually this will be in the kitchen.
Ikseon-dong Hanok Bakery is a sweet little bakery in Seoul. The windows are wooden and the building has a warm feel with lots of textures. There are small displays of bread in the glass. This is a beginner build (169 pieces) and is one of the most popular kits.
If your mum is a fan of autumn then Bukchon Hanok Village is a more gentle choice. There are golden leaves falling down the stone path. There are persimmons hanging near the entrance. There is a glowing lanterns against the curved rooftops of the hanoks. There is also a ginger cat walking across the roof and whoever finds it first can boast!
Ikseon-dong Hanok Bakery · Bukchon Hanok Village
The Mantel and the Bookshelf
Some mums like to have a gallery of little items in their homes. For her, a book nook will fit perfectly.
Kyoto Gion has lantern lit streets near the pagoda Hōkan-ji. There is also a cat called Mochi. Midnight in Venezia has twelve LED light sources reflecting off the turquoise canal. This would be perfect for a mum who still talks about a certain holiday! This is an intermediate build (439 pieces).
If you want to give her a larger gift then Eternal Midnight Paris is a hidden jazz bar. There is a sculptured Eiffel Tower shining through the window. There are touch sensitive switches for the lighting. You can choose between four different settings. This is an intermediate build and is a limited edition festive release! There is no plans to restock so it is best to order early.
Kyoto Gion · Midnight in Venezia · Eternal Midnight Paris
The Craft Table
If your mum is a crafty type and enjoys knitting, painting, scrapbooking or has a drawer full of projects that she is secretly proud of then this will be the perfect gift for her.
Whispering Hollow is a limited edition fantasy village. It has an auto winding music box in the base. This is an advanced build (305 pieces) so will take 8-10 hours to complete. Many people love to personalize this build by adding extra grass to the trees or mist to the waterfall. Lijiang Ancient Town is another one for a patient crafter. The lanterns reflect on the cobbled walkways and traditional rooftops. Many people say this is a challenging build but the little lanterns and umbrellas are a highlight!
Whispering Hollow · Lijiang Ancient Town
How to Find Her Perfect Kit
You don’t need to know everything about your mum, just ask yourself these questions.
Does she like to sit somewhere specific? If she likes to read then a reading chair, if she likes to sit at the kitchen table or if she likes to craft then a craft room. How long does she like to spend on a project? If she likes quick wins then go for a beginner build such as Forest Cottage or Ikseon-dong Hanok Bakery. If she loves a longer build then go for an intermediate build such as Cats Crossing, Venezia or an advanced build such as Whispering Hollow. Paris and Whispering Hollow are limited editions so best to order early.
All kits are recommended for age 10+ so give her the box and offer to build it with her on a quiet December afternoon. This way she gets the gift and you get the afternoon!
Give her a little glowing world this Christmas!
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