{"title":"Narrowboaters Gifts","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor the people who find solace in the gentle lapping of water against the hull and the call of a kingfisher darting past. Personalised gift sets for narrowboat captains, canal wanderers and waterway dreamers, calming, cosy and full of towpath charm.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cruise-calm-collection-personalised-gift-box-set","title":"Cruise Calm Collection Personalised Gift Box Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome people dream of big yachts. Others know that real happiness is a quiet stretch of canal, a trusty narrowboat and a kettle that’s never far from boiling. This personalised gift box set is made for them – the ones who keep calm, cruise on and wouldn’t swap their mooring for anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpen the kraft gift box and everything is ready to enjoy. Nestled in shredded paper is a wooden hanging plaque with natural rope hanger, a white ceramic mug, four glossy acrylic coasters and a polished stainless-steel keyring in its own white organza bag. Every item is personalised with their boat name and your chosen names, so it feels like it was designed especially for their floating home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design is clean and modern, with plenty of breathing space. Deep canal navy, signal red and soft cream tones frame simple line illustrations of a narrowboat gliding through ripples, neat lock gates and small details like a life ring and winding handle. The bold heading proudly declares “KEEP CALM \u0026amp; CRUISE ON”, while the coasters add quietly witty canal-life lines about brews, tools and taking things slow. Their boat name and names appear in a relaxed script, giving each piece a warm, personal touch without feeling cluttered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for everyday use on board, the plaque features a full-coverage high-resolution print and hangs in seconds from its rope – perfect for the cabin, galley or cratch. The 11 oz ceramic mug is just the right size for a decent brew, and the four 10 x 10 cm, 3 mm thick acrylic coasters protect tables from drink marks with a smooth, easy-wipe surface. The stainless-steel keyring is precision-engraved and rust-resistant, ready to keep boat keys together in style. A quick wipe with a soft dry cloth keeps the plaque and coasters looking shipshape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re marking a new boat purchase, a birthday, Christmas or simply saying “thanks for all the cruises”, this set turns their love of canal life into something they can see and use every day. Thoughtful, practical and completely personalised, it’s a gift that will raise a smile with every lock, mooring and morning cuppa on the cut.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Plum Penguin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58405000085878,"sku":"BOXSET-CRUISE-CALM-COLLECTION-10317","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/7023\/5254\/files\/main_1_0bfd0859-a745-4bac-ad71-b19f6615351c.png?v=1786003396"},{"product_id":"lockside-little-joys-gift-box-set","title":"Lockside Little Joys Gift Box Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor the ones who choose the slow lane, this Lockside Little Joys gift box set is a love letter to canal life. It’s for early kettles on misty pounds, towpath strolls at golden hour and evenings listening to rain on the roof. From the moment they lift the lid, it feels like stepping aboard their favourite mooring spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside the kraft box, cushioned in shredded paper, every piece shares the same warm, modern illustrated design. The wooden hanging plaque (20 x 10 cm) sets the tone with its bold heading: “FOR THE ONES WHO CHOOSE THE SLOW LANE”, surrounded by tiny hearts, stars, mugs and plant pots, plus a low, blocky bridge and narrowboat details drifting along the cut. The white ceramic mug (11 oz \/ 325 ml) reads “Powered by tea, toast \u0026amp; turning locks”, wrapped with a teapot, toast on a plate, potted plant and rope and mooring pin illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour acrylic coasters (10 x 10 cm, 3 mm thick) each capture a different little joy: a roof mug on a quiet pound, towpath strolls and lockside laughs, the comfort of rain on the roof with the kettle on, and the simple happiness of friends, fenders and a favourite mooring spot. Soft, grainy shading, gentle speckling and plenty of negative space keep everything feeling fresh, cosy and contemporary. Completing the set is a polished stainless-steel keyring engraved with a rope-wrapped bollard and the words “Boat Keys”, tucked inside a white organza bag for an extra touch of occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt to be enjoyed every day, the wooden plaque features a full-coverage high-resolution print and a natural rope hanger so it’s ready to display straight away. The mug’s sublimation print delivers vivid, fade-resistant colours, and the high-gloss acrylic coasters with smooth polished edges wipe clean easily while protecting tabletops from drink marks. The stainless-steel keyring is durable and rust-resistant, made to withstand life aboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re surprising a liveaboard boater, treating canal-loving friends or marking a move onto a floating home, this coordinated canal life gift box arrives ready to give – no extra wrapping needed. It’s a thoughtful way to say “I get what you love about this life” and to bring a little lockside contentment to every tea break, key grab and quiet evening on the cut.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Plum Penguin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58405000479094,"sku":"BOXSET-LOCKSIDE-LITTLE-JOYS-23598","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/7023\/5254\/files\/main_1_5710f0ff-e428-4b60-8946-b5cf961cbc90.png?v=1786003412"},{"product_id":"mooring-heart-home-personalised-gift-box-set","title":"Mooring Heart Home Personalised Gift Box Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor the couple whose hearts are anchored to the waterways, this personalised ‘Home Is Wherever We Moor’ gift box set turns their narrowboat life into a keepsake they can hold. Thoughtfully curated and ready to give, it’s made for those quiet evening cuppas after tying up, when the only sounds are water lapping at the hull and birds settling in the trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpen the kraft presentation box and nestled in soft shredded paper you’ll find a fully coordinated collection. The wooden hanging plaque (20 x 10 cm) is the star, with a tranquil dusk scene of a narrowboat moored by leafy canal banks and wild grasses. Above the scene, the phrase “HOME IS WHEREVER WE MOOR” sits in calm, confident lettering, while the boat name, their description of home, special year and names are personalised in a flowing script. The matching 11 oz ceramic mug carries the same painterly artwork and wording, ready for that first brew of the day on the cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour glossy acrylic coasters (10 x 10 cm, 3 mm thick) each show the narrowboat illustration with its soft reflections, paired with tender phrases about favourite moorings, shared miles and the feeling of coming home when the kettle boils. A polished stainless-steel keyring, tucked inside a white organza bag, is engraved with a simple line-art boat motif and the words “Wherever we moor is home” – a small but powerful reminder that their true address is wherever they tie up together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery piece is designed to be both beautiful and practical. The plaque arrives with a natural rope hanger attached, ready to display in the cabin or at home, and can be wiped clean with a soft dry cloth. The ceramic mug’s vivid print captures the teal water, sage foliage and evening-sky tones in rich, fade-resistant colour, while the acrylic coasters protect tables from drink marks and are easy to wipe clean. The rust-resistant stainless-steel keyring is built to last, journeying with them from lock to lock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re celebrating a new narrowboat, marking an anniversary afloat or simply surprising your favourite canal-dwelling pair, this personalised set wraps up their whole floating-home story in one meaningful box. Add their details, send it straight to their mooring, and give them a daily reminder that wherever they drop the ropes together, that’s home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Plum Penguin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58405001101686,"sku":"BOXSET-MOORING-HEART-HOME-76158","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/7023\/5254\/files\/main_1_f925f8f0-756d-40cc-a94b-140a5be87dff.png?v=1786003428"},{"product_id":"serene-floating-haven-personalised-gift-box-set","title":"Serene Floating Haven Personalised Gift Box Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring the stillness of canal evenings and the romance of life afloat into a beautifully curated gift they can use every day. This personalised floating home box set is created for people who see their narrowboat not just as transport, but as the place where their favourite moments happen – quiet nights, slow mornings and endless waterline views.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLift the lid of the kraft box and everything is ready to enjoy. Nestled in shredded paper is a 20 x 10 cm wooden hanging plaque, printed edge-to-edge with a calm, design-led scene of a narrowboat reflected in glassy water. Soft ecru sky, slate canal blue, muted greens and warm sandstone tones create a modern, minimal landscape, with fine line reeds, tiny star accents and a gentle horizon. Refined serif lettering and a delicate script showcase your chosen boat name and family details, turning the plaque into a bespoke statement for their cabin wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe matching 11 oz (325 ml) white ceramic mug carries the same tranquil artwork and typography, so every tea or coffee break feels like a quiet pause on the towpath. Four 10 x 10 cm, 3 mm thick clear acrylic coasters complete the set, each with its own short canal-inspired phrase and coordinating abstract landscape to protect tables while echoing the calm of life on the water. A polished stainless-steel keyring, engraved with the narrowboat motif and supplied in a white organza gift bag, adds a final touch of everyday luxury for their keys.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThoughtfully designed and practical, the plaque arrives ready to hang with its natural rope, the high-resolution prints on all pieces are made to stay vivid, and the coasters and keyring simply wipe clean after use. With every item personalised to their floating home, this set becomes a quietly striking way to celebrate the beauty of canal living – an understated, design-conscious gift they’ll treasure long after the occasion has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Plum Penguin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58405001560438,"sku":"BOXSET-SERENE-FLOATING-HAVEN-15114","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/7023\/5254\/files\/main_1_b6d4e21c-1d36-43db-8422-ab4cc7828c16.png?v=1786003443"},{"product_id":"towpath-heartbeat-gift-box-set","title":"Towpath Heartbeat Gift Box Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere’s a special kind of quiet you only find on the canal: kettle on, ropes snug, evening light softening over the water. This narrowboat gift box set is designed to bottle that feeling and tuck it into a kraft box, ready to hand straight to someone whose heart lives along the towpath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLift the lid and every piece tells the same calm story. The wooden hanging plaque shows a painterly narrowboat moored on a leafy path, lantern glowing warmly against deep canal teal water and a soft evening sky. Above the scene, the wording reads “HOME IS WHERE THE NARROWBOAT IS” with the gentle line beneath: “a little towpath, a little sunshine, a whole lot of peace”. The matching ceramic mug wraps the same tranquil artwork around its white surface, with the phrase “NARROWBOAT LIFE is our FAVOURITE ADVENTURE” framed by tiny flying swallows.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFour glossy acrylic coasters each capture a different lockside moment, from a pair of camping chairs and a waiting brew beside the moored boat to views along the towpath and gentle twilight reflections. Short canal-inspired phrases float in the open sky and water, including “Moor, brew, repeat.” and “This boat, this view, this moment.” The polished stainless-steel keyring completes the set, engraved with a simple narrowboat line drawing and the words “Towpath Soul”, presented in a soft white organza bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery item is made to be enjoyed, not just admired. The plaque arrives ready to hang by its natural rope hanger, the high-resolution artwork crisp and inviting. The 11 oz ceramic mug is sized perfectly for that first lockside cuppa, while the acrylic coasters protect tables and boat interiors from drink rings and wipe clean in a moment. The durable, rust-resistant keyring is ready to carry boat, house or van keys wherever their next adventure leads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThoughtful, beautifully coordinated and boxed for you, this set makes an effortless present for canal-boat owners, weekend cruisers and dreamers who plan routes by the lock gates. 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This personalised narrowboat gift box is made for the boater who chose the canal over the commute – and wouldn’t have it any other way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLift the lid of the kraft gift box and everything is ready to enjoy, nestled in shredded paper. The wooden hanging plaque sets the tone with a clean, modern illustration of a single narrowboat gliding along a teal canal, sandy towpath sweeping behind the bold heading. Mooring rings, reeds, a tiny compass and location pins capture that sense of wandering freedom, while the wording celebrates sunrise starts, late-night lock flights and a kettle that’s always on. Their name is added in a flowing script, turning it into a statement piece for their cabin wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe white ceramic mug carries the same contemporary artwork and rope-and-cleat details, with playful copy about canal life beating city life and mornings on the towpath, evenings on the roof. Personalised with their own wording, it becomes the mug they instinctively reach for before casting off. Four glossy acrylic coasters continue the story: a narrowboat at rest with the phrase “Home is where I tie up tonight”, a steaming mug by lock gates, a roof deck brew with a bird silhouette and a tranquil stretch “Currently between locks”. Every piece works beautifully together, right down to the engraved stainless-steel keyring marked “Boat Keys”, presented in a white organza bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuality materials make this set as practical as it is personal. The 20 x 10 cm wooden plaque has a full-coverage high-resolution print and hangs straight away on its natural rope. The 11 oz (325 ml) ceramic mug shows off vivid, fade-resistant colours. 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It’s a ready-to-give way to say: this is our home, our boat, our adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLift the lid on the kraft gift box and everything is beautifully presented in shredded paper, waiting to be discovered. The wooden plaque instantly sets the scene: a bold, side-on narrowboat gliding past a lock gate, with waterway waves, towpath bricks and mile marker details in rich navy, aqua, yellow, coral and clay tones. Above and around the boat, playful speech-bubble shapes and modern typography spell out the story of life aboard, personalised with your chosen family name and boat name so it feels unmistakably theirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe white ceramic mug carries the same bright palette and graphic style, wrapping around with a big, confident \"HOME IS WHEREVER WE MOOR\" message alongside little canal touches like clouds, birds and a plant pot on deck. Four square acrylic coasters keep the fun going: each one has its own towpath-inspired phrase with simple icons such as steaming mugs, biscuits, a duck and a life ring, all on clean cream backgrounds with splashes of aqua and coral. The finishing touch is a polished stainless-steel keyring, engraved with lock gates and a cheeky reminder not to lose the keys, supplied in a white organza bag for that extra giftable feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned to be enjoyed every day, the plaque has a smooth full-coverage print and hangs from a natural rope so it can go straight onto a cabin wall or bulkhead. The 11 oz (325 ml) mug is a satisfying size for tea on the roof or coffee at the dinette, printed using a vivid, fade-resistant process. The four 10 x 10 cm, 3 mm thick acrylic coasters have glossy printed tops that wipe clean in a moment, helping protect tables and side hatches from drink rings, while the sturdy stainless-steel keyring is built to handle daily lock wheeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re marking a first season afloat, a house-to-boat move, a family birthday or Christmas on the cut, this personalised canal boat family set turns everyday items into a little ritual of belonging. 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