18th Birthday Blog
19th May 2010 (Party Ideas)
Pic & Mix Sweets Birthday Cakes
After witnessing another beautiful sweetie cake at a party I attended recently I thought it was about time that I googled them to see how readily available they are to buy. To my suprise it doesn't look like that many people make them. The most local to me was a lady in Herne Bay, Kent running a company called Sweets Stuff.
Their cakes look truly delicious and after reading through her site I discovered that the consumer can put in sweet requests for their cake. For example, my favourite sweets are fizzy fangs, strawberry dreams, bananas, mushrooms... (the list goes on a little) - but I could give them a weeks notice with the choice of sweets for the cake I fancy.
These cakes are a brilliant idea and are actually very good value for money starting from just £13.
Just in case Herne Bay is a little too far away and you wish to pick up locally here are a few other similar companies I found:
- Wot No Sponge, Isle Of Sheppey, Kent, local delivery
- The Sweet Treat Co, National with delivery - ready made cakes
- Cakes Made Of Sweets, Hornchurch, Essex
I am sure there are others out there but I honestly cannot find them! If you know of one or you are one then get in touch and I will be happy to add you/them to the list.
25th Jan 2010 (General)
18th Birthday Or 21st Birthday - Which Is Larger?
Years ago a 21st was more significant as it was the age that once reached gave you the full window of opportunity. You were considered an adult at 21 as you were able to vote and get a mortgage. These days in the UK you can do everything at 18 years of age. Once 18 you can do things such as drinking, voting, gambling and buying cigarettes, however in the USA you still need to be 21 to legally do these things.
The only thing that you’re allowed to do at 21 that your not allowed to do at 18 is enter certain night clubs that hold a policy encouraging the older generation to enter or keep teenagers out! In countries such as India, twenty one is the minimum age of a male who is officially permitted to marry. Similarly, the minimum age for girls is 18 years.
After asking many teenagers, the general consensus was that the 18th was the big birthday and was most important. I found this rather interesting as many 19-20 year olds tend to think this way about being 21.
Here are a few golden rules to take note of no matter what your plans are for your 18th:
- Doing something is always better than doing nothing! Even if its just going to the cinema or getting a takeaway with family or friends.
- There should always be a second option ready. So ensure you have a backup plan ready if for any reason due to unforeseen circumstances things do not work out as expected.
- It’s your birthday so do what you want to do and don’t try to please others! It will be you that remembers it and you that will be telling your grandchildren about it in years to come! Have a good one!
Overall I believe the 18th birthday is the larger of the two, or if not at the moment certainly in the future. This is simply due to the fact that an eighteen year old can legally drink alcohol and smoke cigarettes, so what better time to party! 21st Birthdays still should be considered as special birthdays though, I would say they are more a reality check and final throw into the real world. Throughout your twenties you will encounter anything from jobs and loans to mortgages and children. 21 is your real chance to celebrate adulthood and put your youth years behind you.
18th Jan 2010 (General)
No More Sore Feet On Nights Out!
Every girl wants to wear high heels on a night out. They make you look thinner, they make your outfit look better and they make your legs look longer. They give you loads of confidence when walking into a room full of people. The only problem is they hurt!
Why is it that beauty had to hurt? If you want to dance all night then you need to debate what is more important – fashion or comfort?
Recently folding shoes have started appearing in the night clubs. They are small enough to fit into your handbag so you can carry them around all night. When your feet start hurting but you want to continue with you night out then you can put them on a carry on dancing. You can even walk home in them! Your feet won’t hurt and your evening won’t be ruined by beauty!
10th Nov 2009 (Gift Ideas)
The Sexiest Calendar An 18 Year Old Boy Could Wish For
And no, it does not involve beautiful ladies wearing nothing but a G-string or bunny ears. I'm talking about Getting Personal's newest addition to their personalised calendar family. It's called the 'Dream Cars' calendar and features 12 of the worlds fastest, most impressive and desirable cars. The best part is that they all have your name on them!
So whether the special guy in your life dreams of owning a Pagani Zonda F, a Bugatti Veyron or would happily settle for an elegant Aston Martin then this calendar priced from only £9.95 would at least give some inspiration whilst in the mean time he saves up his pennies!
Get your personalised 'Dream Cars' calendar now!
Plus, dont forget that up until Christmas you can save 10% on this and other Getting Personal products by entering the discount code 'TEN' at checkout!
16th Sep 2009 (Party Ideas)
18th Birthday Fancy Dress
An eighteenth birthday party is one of the most important occasions in an individual's life because it marks the passing from childhood to adulthood. Indeed, although many people think that eighteen year olds are little more than teenagers who can buy alcohol legally, the age represents a significant landmark in a young adult`s life. Aside from being served without worry in most pubs and clubs, eighteen year olds are officially recognised as adult individuals and it is usually at this age that a person enjoys many new experiences for the first time. Moreover, a certain amount of responsibility is attached to those turning eighteen and many people will find themselves no longer looked after by their parents.
Therefore, it is essential that an eighteenth birthday party is enjoyed as much as possible. With this in mind, anyone planning such a party or night out may want to consider fancy dress as an exciting way to have a little extra fun. Furthermore, whilst the eighteenth birthday party marks the transition from child to adult, the birthday boy or girl remains very much youthful. In other words, eighteen year olds remain young enough to enjoy life in full whilst they will also find that many new doors open up to them on this very special day. Accordingly, a fancy dress party is a theme that can be enjoyed by most young adults without fear of it appearing too immature. In fact, it can be quite the opposite.
Of course, today`s breed of eighteen year olds will most likely already know how to have fun. Therefore, it is not unusual for people of this age to celebrate their birthdays with themes that may be considered a little risqué by older adults. One such fancy dress theme that can spark outrage among the relatively ancient (sadly, that means anyone over twenty five) is that comprising of `back to school` outfits, which is quite ironic considering that many revellers will still be attending school or college. Nevertheless, this popular theme is one that is typified by naughty girls and boys who dress to thrill and are unfazed by the apparent inappropriateness of their clothing (or lack thereof). Indeed, eighteen is an age that just about allows such behaviour.
Another popular fancy dress theme for an eighteenth birthday party or night out is the traditional favourite of doctors and nurses, which, much like the back to school theme, is usually designed to set pulses racing rather than calm them down. Of course, eighteen year olds want to have fun so themes that somewhat extreme will often be a huge success. However, if the party plans involve a night on the town, care should be taken not to dress in an overtly provocative fashion – it is simply not sensible in terms of personal safety.
It is also popular for young adults to enjoy themes of bygone decades, especially the 50`s, 60`s, 70`s and 80`s. Worryingly for those people who have clocked a little more mileage but still regard themselves as relatively young, 90`s themed fancy dress parties have also made their way into popular fashion. Alternatively, the more adventurous eighteen year olds may wish to delve further back in time for their fancy dress party – perhaps into the Victorian era or Renaissance period. It can also be good fun to stage a mixed fancy dress theme or one in which the identities of guests are completely obscured. Fancy dress costumes are available in a range of different themes, so inspiration can also be taken from looking at what is on sale.
16th Sep 2009 (Gift Ideas)
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This 32" LCD 1080p HD TV has been reduced while stocks last from £749 to £399. Thats a whopping saving of £350.
What better gift could any young lad dream of getting for his 18th than a huge wide screen TV with built in freeview.
To take advantage of this saving you will need to add this product to your basket and enter the dicount code 'my3277'.
26th Aug 2009 (Things To Do)
Ministry Of Sound's 18th Birthday Bash
Ministry Of Sound are celebrating their 18th birthday on 26th September and welcome you to join fellow clubbers for a night of brilliant music with special guest 'Sasha', producer of anthems such as Scorchio and Xpander.
Celebrating your 18th at a club like London's famous Ministry Of Sound is a memorable and truly brilliant idea. To make it even more exciting, why not hire a limo to take you and your friends there and bring you back home again?
Remember, if this sound like what you would like to do for your 18th then buy your tickets online as you save over 10% off the door price!
15th Jun 2009 (General)
What Can I Do When I Am 18?
If you are now 18 or celebrating your 18th birthday soon, you have the following to look forward to (or in some cases the opposite).
If anyone can think of any more, please send them in to us:
- Drink alcohol without a gaurdian
- Vote
- Go to bars
- Gamble at the bookies
- Play on slot machines
- Visit strip clubs
- Buy cigarettes and tobacco
- Get a mortgage
- Marry
- Watch 18 rated movies
- Work anywhere that serves alcohol
- Get paid at least £4.77 per hour in a full time job
- Make a will
- Sign a contract
- Change your name
- Buy a house
- Visit adult/sex shops
- Be put in prison
- Get sued
- Take out a credit card
- Change your next of kin
- Go to university
- Have a civil partnership without parents consent
- Buy cutlery/tools/knives/aerosols
The list goes on... You can do pretty much anything in the UK when you are 18 as it truly is the day you become an adult (by law).
25th Mar 2009 (Gift Ideas)
18th Birthday Balloons
If you really want to suprise somebody on their 18th birthday and make it that extra bit special then why not visit Bizzy Balloons.
They offer an 18th birthday balloons delivery service ranging from £23 to £42 which includes a free box of chocolates for the recipient with every order.
When you have added your selection to your basket, you also have the ability to add some further related gifts to be delivered such as 18th birthday mugs, cards and cakes.
Well worth a look if you have a minute!
15th Mar 2009 (Gift Ideas)
Gift Finder
Hello!
I haven't posted in a while (sorry!). Reason being is that I have been busy building my new website which has meant I have neglected this.
However, the good news is that the project is well under way and I have put a beta up for testing. Please feel free to use is and let me know how you get on. There are currently more products being put on every day but I am aiming to create a very useful tool for finding gifts.
Feedback is always welcome, please send to: info@seekgifts.co.uk
Many thanks, back writing here soon!