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Help! Teenage DD. No presents

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ArthurChristmas2 · 20/11/2020 22:48

So, my lovely girl is just 15. My shopping is pretty much done apart from her. I have no presents whatsoever. She’s never asked for anything, ever. She’s not into brands. She has a phone, a laptop, kindle, new camera for birthday. She doesn’t really need any new clothes. She rarely wears jewellery. She does a lot of dance but we’ve either had to buy equipment as it was needed or she has regulation uniform. I am so clueless it’s frightening. Please hit me with your DD lists and ideas. Desperately seeking something to get her (I also have to get both sets of grandparents).

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MrsDThomas · 24/11/2020 17:57

I also have a 16 yr old. Not easy!

Cash,
dumbells (2nd hand),
protein powder and shaker(her request)
Reed diffuser
Necklace
3 bottles of perfume (Next and FM ones)
Victoria secret body mist

There isnt much more i can buy.

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sansou · 25/11/2020 08:41

@Theredjellybean

I have this useful gadget garlic mincer

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sansou · 25/11/2020 08:46

Great thread!

Leather converse boots
Band T-shirt
Framed poster
Art supplies - copic liners
Leather diary
Pop canvas

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QueenPaws · 25/11/2020 09:04

If any of them like Disney/smelly stuff

This shop does Disney inspired candles and Reed diffusers (it's really nice stuff)
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BibbidiBobbidiCandle

This smells like snow fairy
https://www.etsy.com/listing/741166619/rainbows-unicorns-snow-fairy-vegan?ref=shophomeactive_40

Nice bath stuff that doesn't stain!!
https://wildandwooduk.co.uk

Colourpop makeup currently have a sale on and palettes are really good value (I've never had customs charges as I think they're included)

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Notcoolmum · 25/11/2020 09:14

Some great ideas on this thread. I've ordered two 'oodie' style things from the Etsy link. I've never used Etsy so I hope they are ok. The misguided pjs and also the ugg slider dupes. A 4th gen echo dot and Alexa compatible colour changeable lightbulbs.

Thanks!!

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FAQs · 25/11/2020 11:27

I’ve also now ordered a Disney Christmaspixiedust reed diffuser, must stop coming back to this thread ...

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TheEmojiFormerlyKnownAsPrince · 25/11/2020 11:33

Christmas pixie dust Reed diffuser?

Omg where is this thing?

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FAQs · 25/11/2020 11:38

@TheEmojiFormerlyKnownAsPrince step away from the thread (I say having come back Grin) www.etsy.com/uk/listing/662112522/disney-inspired-reed-diffuser-100-ml?ref=shop_home_feat_3&bes=1

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Hellothere19999 · 25/11/2020 11:39

Make up? Some new clothes or shoes? If it’s a fancy camera would she like a new lense?

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TheEmojiFormerlyKnownAsPrince · 25/11/2020 11:42

Mines just asked for a Minecraft sword!

(Isolating from school. She’s 14!)

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goalpostmover · 25/11/2020 12:04

How about a digital cutting machine if she's crafty?

www.hobbycraft.co.uk/cricut-joy/650230-1000

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Farewelltoqualms · 25/11/2020 12:19

Japanese groceries (you can get stock cube type ingredient that lends a Japanese flavour to stews, sticky rice, seaweed wraps etc)
www.japancentre.com/en

Rot Pot Kimchi maker

Ordinary battery run alarm clocks are popular again among teens who don't have phones in their bedrooms overnight

Teens girls in my family like the soft , fabric-covered, long, no-heat covered fabric curlers (although in reality they produce twists more than curls) that are comfortable to sleep in at night

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ScoobySnacker · 25/11/2020 15:58

Sorry if already suggested but the Jordan Matter Dancers Among Us books are lovely. Maybe worth a look on Amazon

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Beautiful3 · 25/11/2020 19:12

@bendmeoverbackwards sorry only just seen your comment now. I bought a family pack of 4. It worked out to be just under £40 each. However a friend of mine found cheaper alternatives on amazon and rated those ones.

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PostPopper · 25/11/2020 20:01

Such a great thread I have a 16 yo DD who I’m really finished for, but have taken notes for her birthday / next Christmas ! Love the hot choc maker and diffuser ideas particularly. Thank you!
For info, this year she’s getting
Fake Oodie
Hot air brush thing
Pandora necklace
Sweets and smellies

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Beautiful3 · 25/11/2020 20:39

Noticed a poster mentioned buying fake ugg slippers, where did you get this from?

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pinkiepromise123 · 29/11/2020 09:49

@bjjgirl

"I would really recommend anything to keep her warm, heated slippers etc"

Any recommendations for heated slippers?

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Notcoolmum · 29/11/2020 16:32

@Beautiful3

Noticed a poster mentioned buying fake ugg slippers, where did you get this from?

I got fake ugg sliders from misguided.
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indecisivewoman81 · 29/11/2020 16:36

Churro machine (I got one for my birthday and love it)

Light box for her camera

Fluffy cozy blankets

Create a girls night in hamper: film. Popcorn, face masks, nail varnish

Foot spa (my daughter has asked for one of these)

Hoodies

Trainers

Fluffy socks

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Beautiful3 · 01/12/2020 09:42

@Notcoolmum thanks.

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northender · 05/12/2020 22:44

Glad I've found this thread. 19 yo ds has been easy to buy for, but 16yo dd is a nightmare and I'm late! Some great ideas here.

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