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Birthday gift right after Christmas

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dancemom · 04/01/2026 13:02

My good friend has a January birthday and I always struggle with gift ideas when we have just received so many Christmas gifts.

Previously I’ve gifted her friendship photo frames, make up bag, jewellery, toiletries, candles and gift vouchers for a local cafe.

I sent her a Stanley for Christmas

We don’t live near each other so needs to be something I can post.

Any suggestions?

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Photodrinktv123 · 04/01/2026 13:08

I bought this-
To the Women - The New Collection of Wise Words Every Woman Needs: The No. 1 Sunday Times Bestseller & Perfect Gift https://amzn.eu/d/bQHN4HD this week for my friend who lives across the country for her birthday yesterday (along with a coffee hamper from m and s).
www.marksandspencer.com/the-perfect-blend-coffee-and-cake-letterbox-gift/p/hpp60692780.
Both quite reliable deliveries.

dancemom · 04/01/2026 13:13

@Photodrinktv123 I actually bought that for my daughter for Christmas but that could be ideal! Thank you!

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Blosson · 08/11/2026 13:28

I’ve bought from Stunrosie Gifts on Etsy before and thought their personalised timeline prints were such a lovely idea. You can capture special memories and important dates in someone's life, making it a really thoughtful and personal gift. Definitely worth a look if you fancy something a bit different 😊
www.etsy.com/shop/StunrosieGifts?ref=seller-platform-mcnav&section_id=45049537

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ToadRage · 08/11/2026 13:51

I have the same problem with my Mum whose birthday is the 7th of January. I often take advantage of the abundance of all the gifts/gift sets available at Christmas and get her birthday present at the same time. Usually give it at the same time too, it is easier as we don't live nearby. One year I got her a framed picture of her cat that was put to sleep just before Christmas. Sometimes get her fave bubble bath and while it doesn't go off and will be used eventually, she often gets that for Christmas from her bf as well. I favour Amazon for postable gifts as they can send the gift straight to your recipient.

madaboutpurple · 09/11/2026 09:16

What about a voucher for a coffee shop so she can get a cake and coffee, or one of those restaurant vouchers and she can choose which one she goes to.

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