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Best Etsy letterbox gifts, from pamper boxes to brownies

You know what they say – good things come in small packages.

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Whatever the occasion, there's a letterbox gift to suit. (TheHappinessBakery / OhSoPrettyGiftboxes / Yahoo Life UK)

Letterbox gifts are a great way to surprise a loved one with an unexpected present, without having to pre-warn them they'll need to watch out for a delivery van.

The problem with ordering gifts online is that it often requires hampering the recipient with the inconvenience of having to wait in for a parcel, or run the risk of them having to rearrange delivery.

Thankfully, many sellers on Etsy have created wonderful gifts that can be delivered even if no one is home.

From delicious brownies to plush pamper packs, clever craft kits to trendy fashion accessories, it's amazing what can be wrapped up to fit in a parcel small enough to slip through a letterbox.

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The goodies available are far more wide ranging than you might imagine. Take a look at our list below to find the perfect gifts for your friends and family.

Personalised Brownie Slab | £6.99 from TheHappinessBakery on Etsy

Personalised brownie slab (TheHappinessBakery/Etsy)
The sweetest way to surprise a loved one. (TheHappinessBakery/Etsy)

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These super sweet milk chocolate brownies are smothered with tempered milk chocolate and can be decorated with a message of your choosing made from white chocolate letters. You can even have an image added for an extra fee.

They are available in three sizes, a 10cm by 10cm "mini" that is just right for one large serving, a "half slab" what will serve 10 and a giant "full slab" that serves 20.

Have a friend who has gluten intolerance? The Happiness Bakery also makes a gluten-free brownie, as well as specific birthday and occasion brownies, so do check out the full store on Etsy.

Hug In A Box | £22.92 from OhSoPrettyGiftboxes on Etsy

Hug In A Box (OhSoPrettyGiftboxes/Etsy)
A great gift for when you're too far away to give a hug in person. (OhSoPrettyGiftboxes/Etsy)

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If you know someone who deserves a good pampering, this thoughtfully curated box will ensure they feel well looked after.

Each "Hug In A Box" contains one sheet face mask, a 30ml sachet of Anyah Eco Spa Treatment body lotion, a 30ml sachet of Anyah Eco Spa Treatment body wash, one Anyah Eco Spa Treatment soap bar or shower steamer, a rose and citrus heart bath bomb, cosy grey socks, a “just for you” shortbread cookie, two vanilla tealights, brightening under eye patches and a handwritten card with your personalised message.

Wildflower Dried Flower Letterbox Bouquet | £25 from ShropshirePetals on Etsy

Wildflower Dried Flower Letterbox Bouquet (ShropshirePetals/Etsy)
Send flowers that will last for months or even years. (ShropshirePetals/Etsy)

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The problem with sending letterbox bouquets is that they require the recipient to trim the stems and keep the arrangement topped up with water and plant food. Not ideal when you want to let someone know you're thinking of them at a busy time in their life - be it the arrival of a new baby, or to congratulate them on a new job or house move.

Dried bouquets are far less hassle and once arranged will last much longer than even the most well-looked after fresh flowers. This dried wildflower bouquet is made from stems grown and dried on the family run Shropshire Petals farm.

The Happy Birthday Box | from £9.99 from EliteTreatKitchen on Etsy

The Happy Birthday Box (EliteTreatKitchen/Etsy)
Sweeten someone's day with these iced cookies. (EliteTreatKitchen/Etsy)

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Treat those who love a cookie with their cuppa to this box of handmade shortbread hearts.

Available in boxes of four or nine, with flavours including pink strawberry bellini and raspberry, seal salt and milk chocolate. You could even have a personal message added to one of the cookies (for an extra fee).

Natural Soap Gift Box | £12.95 from TheNaturalSpa on Etsy

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These marbelled soaps are (almost) too pretty to use. (TheNaturalSpa/Etsy)

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These gorgeous soaps smell as good as they look, with scents including lemon sorbet, mulled wine, lavender verbena and citrus blossom.

The bars are all vegan and contain no palm oil, parabens or SLS. The packaging is also plastic-free, making this a good choice for eco-conscious loved ones.

Mystery Make Your Own Leather Journal Kit, A6 | £20 from LucasRuthHandmade on Etsy

Mystery Make Your Own Leather Journal Kit in A6 (LucasRuthHandmade/Etsy)
For those who like their journal to be as unique as they are. (LucasRuthHandmade/Etsy)

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Friends with a creative streak may enjoy being able to hand stitch their own leather-bound journal with this kit from the Lucas Ruth workshop in Walsall, a town in the West Midlands that is known for its leather products.

Each kit contains high-quality English and Italian leather, thick off white 120gsm paper and full step-by-step instructions. When finished, these luxurious looking 160 page journals are perfect for writing, painting, drawing or doodling.

Pick 'N' Mix Sweet Box | £5.75 from Ohmysweetbaby on Etsy

Pick n Mix Sweet Box (Ohmysweetbaby/Etsy)
Fill with all their favourites to evoke childhood memories. (Ohmysweetbaby/Etsy)

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This is truly a great value gift, which is beautifully presented. There are plenty of sweetie letterbox gifts available, but we love the way this selection is separated out and the fact you can choose which 16 different sweets will fill the box.

Choose between pick 'n' mix faves: from jazzies to Kola cubes, chocolate peanuts to sour strawberry pencils; as well as traditional options like chocolate limes, aniseed balls, bonbons and pear drops, which are sure to bring back fond childhood memories.

Paint Your Own Mermaid Letter | £8 from Littlecraftybees on Etsy

Paint your own mermaid letter (Littlecraftybees/Etsy)
A great activity for a rainy afternoon. (Littlecraftybees/Etsy)

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Children love to receive a surprise in the post and these cute personalised craft kits are sure to delight. Each kit contains a wooden letter of your choice, four paint colours, a wooden handle paint brush and charms.

As well as the mermaid design pictured above, unicorn, dinosaur, fairy, space, vehicle and under the sea themed kits are also available.

Letterbox Dog Treat Box | £8.99 from MrBobbettes on Etsy

Letterbox Dog treat box (MrBobbettes/Etsy)
Pamper a pooch. (MrBobbettes/Etsy)

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Treat your best friend's best friend to this treat filled box with plenty to get their teeth into, including peanut butter cookies, milk puppy bones, cheese and bacon toasties and Whimzees alligators.

All the treats are suitable for puppies and dogs over nine months of age and have a shelf life of up to six months.

Tree Of Life Rose Gold Foil Scarf Letterbox Gift | from £16 from kikiyoscarves on Etsy

Tree Of Life Rose Gold Foil Scarf Letterbox Gift (kikiyoscarves/Etsy)
The foil design on these scarves will catch the light as they move. (kikiyoscarves/Etsy)

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For a gift that will make them think of you every time they wrap up to head out, check out these pretty scarves, which are available in a variety of prints and colours.

We love this one decorated with shimmering rose gold trees, which catch the light as the scarf moves. Woven from a soft and lightweight viscose, the scarves are comfortable and soft, and they come packed up with a personalised gift card.