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Mumsnet Discussions: Christmas '08 : Need inspiration for presents for teens (6 messages)

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By MummyDoIt on Wed 03-Dec-08 15:37:58

I have to buy for a 15 year old niece and a 13 year old nephew. I'm lucky if I seem them once a year so I hardly know them at all and have no idea what their tastes are and what they've already got. I don't want to spend more than £10 if possible. Anybody got any inspired ideas?

By PrimulaVeris on Wed 03-Dec-08 15:53:07

Chocolate?!!!

HMV vouchers a good standby

Paperchase stuff good for teen girls ... difficult isn't it?!

By Dropdeadfred on Wed 03-Dec-08 15:58:45

can you ask their parents what their interests are??

whsmith vouchers are good as they can use them for music, games, dvds or stationery etc

By MummyDoIt on Wed 03-Dec-08 16:29:52

Parents are divorced so I don't have any contact with ex-SIL and my brother hasn't come up with any suggestions. It may well have to be vouchers but I sent those for birthdays and last Christmas so I was hoping to be different this time.

By janeite on Wed 03-Dec-08 16:36:52

Girl - how about a "useful box" full of make up remover, nail varnish remover pads, bubble bath, face mask etc? Or a hot water bottle with a funky cover and an eye mask? Or cute knickers and socks from somewhere like Topshop?

Boy - no idea!

By brightwell on Wed 03-Dec-08 16:54:26

Digital photo keyring, Robert Dyas are going 2 for £15

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