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From present ideas to party food, find all your Christmas inspiration here.

What would you like for Xmas?

57 replies

jmh740 · 29/10/2017 22:43

My oh has started a Amazon wish list for Xmas I thought it was a good idea but can't think of a single thing to put on it if I did one for myself, I've never really had money so not used to treating myself i tend to buy things I need rather than want, the only thing I could think of was a book I wanted but oh surprised me with it last week, oh and eldest ds say I'm hard to buy for because I never want anything so I'm looking for ideas and suggestions.

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MrsKrantz · 30/10/2017 16:55

Slippers
Aromatherapy Associates bath oil
Diary
PJs
Nike hoodie
A baby or more realistically a positive test
Bath bomb
Fitbit
Superking sized bed

NerrSnerr · 30/10/2017 16:59

On mine I have books, notecards, shower gel, a radio, a portable charger and a nice notebook.

NathalieM · 30/10/2017 17:49

Hiya!

Ah it is endless, I always seem to be adding to my internal wish list.

Beauty - ANYTHING from Charlotte Tilbury - www.charlottetilbury.com/uk/

Travel - A getaway to one of those super cute Christmas holiday cottages - www.manorcottages.co.uk/cotswolds-christmas

Clothing - A really nice pair of jeans - www.harveynichols.com/brand/citizens-of-humanity/94682-avedon-blue-skinny-jeans/p2482523/

Think hard and there'll be something!

Nat xx

singadream · 30/10/2017 19:03

Loads of books I want.
Nice bubble bath
Earrings
Craft courses
Stationery

jmh740 · 30/10/2017 22:56

Some great ideas have added a few things to my list now have now got on my
A purse
Some books
Snow globe

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FoxInABox · 30/10/2017 23:15

Perfume
A luxury Sleep scented candle
Nice stationery
Paint by numbers
Posh brand (that I wouldn’t buy for myself!)bath oil
Make up brushes
The New echo plus
Earrings
Merci maman disc bracelet

Joanne1991 · 31/10/2017 00:01

I'm into the adult colouring books so if I get a few of them I'm happy

Joanne1991 · 31/10/2017 00:02

I love adult colouring books so if I get a few of them I'm happy

Wait4nothing · 31/10/2017 07:26

On my list are timberland boots (I had some a few years ago - they’re still fine but a bit roughed up), a lush soap (never had one) and Laura Geller balance and brighten make up (my go to but running out).

YesThisIsMe · 31/10/2017 07:32

New Ben Aaronovitch
Bottle of Chanel 19 Eau de Toilette
Lego Ninjago Mecha Dragon (it’s so well articulated!)

Molehillfromamountain · 31/10/2017 07:45

Wool for my next crochet project
Hair cut and colour
iTunes voucher

luckiestgirl · 31/10/2017 13:50

Elsie's Attic tulle tutu skirt - midi length. Mink colour. Size 16? 14?

Good bike lock

Bandelettes

OMGYES subscription

Sketchers go walk shoes, size 5

Diptique candle - feu de Bois (woods smoke)

Prescription sunglasses

Puzzle piece lever punch (at least an inch big)

Nice olive oil

Incense

All the spices needed for an amazing curry

Chameleon pens (create a gradient of colour)

Umbrella

omochie · 31/10/2017 21:56

So I currently have in my wish list a wide variety of items..

A mop that squirts out water so you don’t have to fill a bucket
Candles
A book
Perfume
Electric toothbrush
A cheap tablet

Or you could get some vouchers?

Acadia · 31/10/2017 22:58

The moment you realise you have nothing you want you kinda need to snap yourself out of it, reconnect with who you are and the kinds of things you enjoy and cultivate a personality again.

After my mum had kids she ditched all her friends, declined any invitations, refused to see any relatives and just sat at home gormlessly watching TV shows she couldn't follow and could barely remember well enough to talk about. She bought shapeless grey clothes to wear then took me shopping every Saturday to go around the shops saying "I'm too old to wear that" and "I'm too old to do nice things" (she was mid-30s.) She refused to go on days out, watch movies, read books, have any fun whatsoever.

The kids moved out. She simply went from 30 to almost 60 watching the same shows, having the same conversations, never seeing anyone. I try and take her to the theatre, cinema, shopping, days out, but she just says "I don't enjoy anything."

After I had kids I was terrified of becoming the same way. Imagine! Never enjoying things again. Never feeling fun or laughter. I tried out old hobbies, took up new ones, said yes to any invitation, I travelled alone, I studied. I always have things I want, goals in mind and something to ponder. It's just something I really prioritise. I refuse to forget who I am and spend the next 30 years comatose in front of Countdown and Cash in the Attic by myself.

Anyway. Point being.

Worry a smidge less about the wishlist for now and focus on you. What did you like before? What do you fancy trying now but never did? Google a bit, see what's on in your area and what you might like to go and do.

Work on that, on yourself and your personality and what you enjoy, and the rest will follow.

But please, it's so sad to see anyone say they "have never really had money" or they "don't want anything."

AnonEvent · 31/10/2017 23:13

* I really want a laminator and plastic sheets but an refusing to let myself put it on my list.* I love a laminator, what are you planning to laminate?

I’d like a nice umbrella, some Ren face wash, a very good paring knife and Liz Earle moisturiser - all things I could buy myself, but if I did I wouldn’t be able to think of anything I want for Christmas.

AnonEvent · 31/10/2017 23:14

^ Ooo bold fail, this

* I really want a laminator and plastic sheets but an refusing to let myself put it on my list.*

Should be in bold.

Babababababybel23 · 31/10/2017 23:14

I want a large barrel curling tong, my hair is finally long enough to use one Grin

AnonEvent · 31/10/2017 23:15

Bold is BROKEN!! Jeepers kreepers!

Allthepinkunicorns · 02/11/2017 17:19

I've asked for a glue gun and glittery glue sticks to go with it.
Lego gingerbread house
Nice fluffy warm slippers
And Rose wine.

niceupthedance · 02/11/2017 17:36

Simba hybrid pillow
Space nk gift card
Yoga pants
Jlo glow or Britney perfume

MrsPear · 02/11/2017 18:01

Well said acadia

As money is tight I have asked for naice socks and soap. Also a woolly hat and gloves - not horrid acrylic ones. And a naice note book - love to make lists.

Told h I would love a new black tote.

newmums2016 · 02/11/2017 18:37

I've been struggling too but seen some good ideas here.

Question, what's so good about cashmere socks? Am I missing out lol

southeastlondonmum · 02/11/2017 18:57

I only want stuff that I will use
Chocolate
Nice toiletries
Gin

Nothing else WineSmile

WillowWeeping · 02/11/2017 19:06

Celine belt bag
Nice PJs
Large barrel curling tongs
JM Dark amber and ginger lily candles
Selection of books
Cashmere mix socks

Openup41 · 03/11/2017 13:39

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