After what feels like an eternal winter, spring has returned, though it might not necessarily be bringing sunshine and warmth with it. For the stronger-willed people, March 1st marks the beginning of Lent – a chance to give up their indulgences. However, if you are feeling like treating yourself – or someone else – here are some handy gadget gift ideas to look at.

Ninja Garden Gnome/ Game of Gnomes Garden Gnome

One of the advantages of spring is the extra time those with green fingers can spend in their gardens. Protect your daffodils and tulips with these miniature warriors who, at £19.99, will not stand for any trespassers disrupting your gardens. The Ninja Gnome’s glow-in-the-dark eyes will alert him to any night-time activities, while his prone reflexes should let him do some serious damage with his samurai sword.

Meanwhile, the Game of Gnomes Gnome, complete with his own Iron Throne, will sit as a regal display amongst your plants, providing some royalty to his surroundings. His intimidating scowl and trusty garden spade should serve to scare off any potential intruders! Both gnomes are weather-resistant and the Ninja Gnome includes a solar panel in his back, which contributes to his glowing eyes. These guys would make for fun housewarming gifts, and bring character to any garden.

Amazon Kindle Voyage

Spring is also an opportunity to get a holiday booked, so you’ll need some reading material to pack. Instead of stuffing heavy books into your luggage, slip in the light Amazon Kindle Voyage. Considered one of the best eReaders, the Kindle Voyage’s high resolution display and easy PagePress system are just two of the features that will make your reading easier.

Available on Amazon for £169.99, its long-lasting battery power, adaptive front light and a choice of over 800,000 titles makes the Kindle Voyage a must-have. Even if you don’t find yourself going on your hols this month, this kindle will be perfect for curling up on the sofa with on a rainy day.

Sony DSCW800 Digital Compact Camera

Another option, if you find yourself going on holiday, is the Sony DSCW800 Digital Compact Camera, available on Amazon for £69.00. Equipped with a 5x optical zoom, 26mm wide-angle lens and SteadyShot, this camera shoots high quality photos in HD.

Whether you’re taking scenic landscape shots, or simply snapping some pics by the hotel pool, the crisp photo quality will add a professional feel. It also has the practical feature of being small enough to slip in your pocket. After all, you’ll need something to take all those holiday snaps to show off to your friends when you get back home.