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Looking for bizarre gifts which people will laugh at and then never use then this shop is for you.
Featuring a range of unusual gifts, from bags made like teapots and cars to umbrella’s with animal heads on them, it is a quirky and slightly expensive shop whose novelty value has long gone as the shop and items haven’t changed much i around ⁴⁄₅ years!
However, for those maybe not from London or when looking for something different for someone awkward or for secret santa then this shop provide you with the solution, though how it stays in business i don’t really know.

This is such a cute and colourful gift shop, They have quirky ideas for practical items and the kitchenware makes cooking seem that little bit more fun! They have everything from stuff for kids like cool skipping ropes to gorgeous girly garden accessories for mums as well as some great handbags and purses that will definitely make you stand out from the crowd! Even your pets won’t feel left out with gifts such as colourfully patterned dog leads and bowls.
The prices vary quite a bit-​you could get a small item for under a tenner but the large bags and bigger electric items can stretch to over £30 but for a quirky gift that’s a little bit different and special it’s worth it.

Situated in the heart of Covent Garden, Octopus offers a range of quirky and generally outrageous items that are perfect for last-​minute gift ideas. 80% of their stock is exclusive to their store meaning you’re not likely to find this stuff anywhere else.
If like me you find it incredibly difficult to think of gift ideas for people, Octopus is the perfect place to go. It has so many little oddities that your bound to find something to raise a smile. Last time I was here I got my mum some crazy, pink embroidered oven gloves that went down a treat. The staff are really nice and always eager to help and you’ll often find yourself leaving with a little something for yourself as well.
A great fun shop that only misses out on 5 stars ‘cos it is a little expensive.