If you were celebrationg Chjristmas Day with people you don't know well, would you take gifts?

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My sister's doing Christmas at her house this year, so we will be there with 2 DSs, my parents, DSis, her DH and their 2 DSs. I usually buy for all of them and will do the usual things.

However, DSis's PIL and her SIL and her family inc 2 DSs will also be there.

I was thinking something small for the 2 boys, possibly an annual each, then my DSs to make small gifts for the adults.

DS2 has had a production line of mosaic coasters going since August, so everyone will get one of those from him. DS1 has planted Hyacinth bulbs for the women and will make bird feeders for the men.This means my DSis's ILs willl get the same gifts as my boys own GPs and my DSis.

Should I also take wine/chocs?

We've met them all several times and get on fine, but I wouldn't be considering gifts if we weren't seeing them on the day.

That sounds great. And yes I'd take wine/chocolates.

I'd check with someone who knows those involved.

We sometimes spend christmas with som epeople we don;t know well. I was told to take a small present for the children only. However, the other adults had bought us one. So it's better to take a little something for the adults too.

I always do, and what you're proposing sounds lovely, however I usually have them all ready wrapped and in a bag that I only produce once I've guaged the situation. I would feel embarrased for them if they had nothing to reciprocate with.

I think what you are planning sounds perfect. I would let your sister know what you are planning though, so that there is less chance that her ILs will come empty-handed which would be embarrassing all round.

Instead of normal wine maybe a couple of bottles of Prosecco for everyone to share? Those sorts of gifts are for the hosts and something which contributes to the day is always v.welcome I think especially if they are catering for quite a few people.