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Groomsmen often don’t get the recognition they deserve for all the hard work they put in to make a wedding special. However, with our customised glassware sets, you can show your appreciation for the grooms party in a truly unique way. At our family-run business, we specialise in creating personalised gifts for weddings. Our customised glassware sets are designed to reflect the unique personality and style of each groomsman, from the materials to the colours, fonts and engravings. We can provide a wide range of glassware options for your grooms party. Whether you’re looking for whiskey tumblers, shot glasses, beer mugs, or wine glasses, we have something to suit every groomsman’s taste. We also offer a range of customisable features, such as engravings, monograms and personalised messages, so you can make each piece truly unique. Our customised glassware sets are perfect for adding a touch of class to any special occasion. They’re perfect for toasting the groomsmen, and make a beautiful memento of the special day that they can cherish for years to come. If you’re looking for a truly unique way to thank your groomsmen for their help on your wedding day, customised glassware sets are the perfect choice. Contact us today to find out more about our customised glassware options and make your grooms party truly unforgettable.
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Though not a necessary addition to your nuptials, incorporating bridesmaids and groomsmen (or at least a maid of honour, bridesmaid, best man, or groomsman) into your “I dos” can be a fun bonding experience for you and your closest pals. There isn't just a single way to ask simply either... In recent years, couples have taken it upon themselves not only to request the presence of their inner circle, but to “propose” and "pop the question" to each of their bridal party members in one way or another.
Oftentimes, brides and grooms will send their closest friends "Will You Be My Bridesmaid/Best Man?" notes, gift boxes, or specialised bridesmaid boxes for the ultimate bridesmaid proposal box. While this option is by no means required, for those with the creative energy, time, and willingness to put a bridesmaid proposal box together, why not send your ladies a gift box filled with items and sentiments asking them to join you on your big day?
"Will You Be My Bridesmaid/Best Man?" gift options are growing in popularity, but what should you include in these proposal boxes? While there are a number of proposal gift options you can purchase online, sometimes it's easier to create a bridesmaid box from the heart. Original Monkey can get you started by suppling you with the proposal box itself, personalised to your specifications creating that really unique gift for a little amount of money.
What to Include in Your Bridesmaid/Groomsman Proposal Box:
A sweet note.
Explain why this box is coming to them! Some brides/grooms include a carefully crafted note, but you can simply place a card with the question “Will you be my bridesmaid/Groomsmen?” inside the box – bridesmaid proposal complete! Original Monkey makes this a little easier by suppling a laser engraved plaque asking the question that is placed on the inside of the lid.
If you’d like, incorporating certain fond memories or inside jokes to the note is a sentimental touch your friends will appreciate since it will make the gift seem way more personal.
A first-aid or “emergency” kit.
Providing your future bridesmaids/groomsmen with a mini-survival package consisting of small wedding day essentials is a fun and practical addition to a bridesmaid/groomsmen proposal box. Include items such as safety and bobby pins(bridesmaid box), pain-reliever pills, a stain-removal pen, etc. that will make all of the moments leading up to and on the big day a bit more stress-free. Since these items aren't necessarily "fun," be sure to include the other items suggested for a true "Will You Be My Bridesmaid/Groomsmen?" gift.
An item with their name displayed.
Many Brides & Grooms like to include some kind of personalised vessel – a water cup, coffee mug, hip flask, champagne flute, etc. – in their proposal box. These are cute and practical – everyone loves to have something personalised for them! These gifts can also be included.
The list is endless, you can be as creative as you like with these proposal boxes, you can purchase a variety of personalised items from Original Monkey to get you started in creating the perfect proposal boxes for your Bridal Party & Grooms Party.
The New Home Kit 2021/22
]]>The new football season has begun and we are proud to say that we have sponsored one of the directors sons football team, Mickleover 95 Avengers. The new home kit will now have the Original Monkey logo on the front :)
The Mickleover team is a family orientated grassroots club who are passionate about helping boys and girls of all abilities develop their game. They actively encourage the players to achieve their best without forgetting to have fun at the same time. They are a club who are committed to supporting kids of all ages helping them get involved, learn new skills and make lasting friendships!
"Since Oscar has been at the club I have noticed a difference in his whole behaviour, he's more social which is important in todays youth" J.Handford
(below): Oscar in the 2021/22 Away kit.
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We created and added a few more sweaters to our Christmas Jumper range this year, the new designs are simple and bold. Since the 1980's when Christmas jumpers became popular they haven't change a huge amount, it was based around a family relative knitting jumpers and giving them to loved ones. In recent years this doesn't happen, which is a shame, the jumpers are all just manufactured and the personalised touch has been lost. We want to change this, our Christmas jumpers are all individually made to order by a member of the team, thus adding that personal touch.
]]>The reason branding is most important to a business is because it is how a company gets recognition and becomes known to the consumers. The logo is the most important element of branding, especially where this factor is concerned, as it is essentially the face of the company. This is why we created our logo to look professional and memorable, the splash of colour that creates the monkey face represents our creative side as a company. The name Original Monkey, was appropriated from our days back as apprentices. Here, we adopted the nickname ‘The Monkeys’ and when new apprentices started, it developed into ‘The Original Monkeys’. Not wanting to escape the core beliefs that we learnt in the beginning, we kept the name.
As a company we want to generate future business and having the right memorable logo can give a business value, which gives you leverage in your industry.
Original Monkey has been going since 2012 and now we are firmly established within our industry.
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"what shall we eat tonight?"
"what shall we do tonight?"
"what takeaway would you like?"
Leave the decision making up to the dice.
The dice is completely personalised to you, so for instance you will have five of your favourite takeaway places, takeaway dishes or favourite meals on the takeaway dice. The same applies to all the dice, they are very personal to you but rather it be a stressful decision it becomes a fun one :)
They are made from solid FSC Beech which will last a lifetime.
]]>We have two office spaces, a lounge area with bean bags, Photography studio, Wind down area (including Table Tennis) & all the work areas.
So now it is time to focus on 2020 and no more moving :)
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The new machinery allows us to print direct to garments giving it a professional high street look on tee's & hoodies, there will be a wide range of products being added over the next 12 months. We want give our customers a higher end quality garment so we have tried and tested numerous garments to get the best quality item and finish.
Watch this space for more items :)
https://www.originalmonkeygifts.co.uk/collections/kids-hoodies
]]>The new online store will still allow people to make custom orders if required.
New items will be added everyday and if you like us on any social media platform we will be giving out discounts codes running up to Christmas.
Take a look at and let us know what you think.
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