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Present ideas for teenagers?!

31 replies

elliefreya123 · 01/09/2021 12:45

Help!

I know it's early but I am trying to be organised.

My teenage SS and SD have everything already, TVs, iPhone, iPads, airpods.

PLEASE can you hit me up with Christmas present ideas for teenagers in 2021?! Big and small? I went them to say wow!

Thanks in advance

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Ricekrispie22 · 01/09/2021 13:44

Ice cream maker
Popcorn subscription
Toastie maker
Digital photo frame
DIY mocktail kit
Driving experience
Velvetiser
T shirt from Illuminated Apparel
Wax melt burner
Shower steamers
Space masks
Light up make-up mirror
Football table
Air hockey table
Teen spa day

dancemom · 01/09/2021 14:01

Jewellery
Voucher for Nandos / Starbucks
Cinema pass
Voucher for afternoon tea
Oodie
Pass for amusement park
Tickets for concert
Tickets to theatre
Weekend away
Night in serviced apartment with friends

OnlyFantastic · 01/09/2021 21:12

A few random things I've got for my two eldest ds's:

  • A boxing reflex ball (only £9 each on Amazon)
  • Portable table tennis
  • A lock picking kit

If you've not done it already, chuck 'gifts for teen boys' (or girls) in Amazon search. It brings up loads of random ideas big and small.

Cherryrainbow · 01/09/2021 23:21

What are their ages and interests? X

UndertheCedartree · 01/09/2021 23:53

@Ricekrispie22 - I'm loving your ideas! Are you some kind of teen expert?! I was looking up the items on your list thinking 'teen DS would love that, and that, and that!' Grin

BearSoFair · 02/09/2021 16:36

If they're into music, pocket operator synthesizers. DS1 is 19, we first got him one for xmas 2019, another last Christmas, and he bought himself 2 more. Tiny things, but impressive how much they can do!

DominicRaabsTravelAgent · 02/09/2021 19:30

Just had to look up Shower Steamers. DD would love those, thank you.

Ricekrispie22 · 03/09/2021 06:10

Socks and underwear from Dedoles
Bluetooth LED strip light
Giant beanbag chair (Lounge Pug are good)

user1466167893 · 03/09/2021 06:33

Shower steamers. Who knew?!

CatsGoPurrrr · 03/09/2021 07:40

Loving the idea of shower steamers!

For anyone who had an Oodie (or equivalent) last year, would you say they’re worth it?

poshme · 03/09/2021 08:03

[quote UndertheCedartree]@Ricekrispie22 - I'm loving your ideas! Are you some kind of teen expert?! I was looking up the items on your list thinking 'teen DS would love that, and that, and that!' Grin[/quote]
I'm
Seconding this! And placemarking. 2teens here and no ideas!

BaconAndAvocado · 03/09/2021 11:37

Me too! Mine are 13 and 15 and the boy (15) very tricky to buy for.

There’s only so much Lynx a boy can take 🤣

Love the shower steamers, there’ll be on my list!

BestofLuck · 03/09/2021 13:33

Pocket synthesizers - who knew! Will be ideal for DS when older, but some great ideas for DD in the meantime!

user1466167893 · 03/09/2021 16:13

@CatsGoPurrrr on the oodie front absolutely. I bought a cheaper ripoff version from Amazon, it was a Sienna one. Kids have barely taken them off. I know some people have had issues with them, but ours have been in the washing machine weekly and worn daily and they have worn great. I'm actually tempted to buy them some more this year as they almost pine when I peel them off to wash. Issue is do I upgrade to real ones and will they then spot the difference!!!

EvilPea · 03/09/2021 16:35

The govee LED strip lights are really good, nice and thin and controlled by a remote or an app.

Ricekrispie22 · 03/09/2021 18:10

Throw Throw Burrito game
Naked Marshmallow toasting kit

TwinsandTrifle · 03/09/2021 18:19

Following

cameocat · 03/09/2021 19:52

Some ideas, I have a big range in ages with different interests

Led lights
Minecraft lamp wall light
Posters in frames
Weighted blanket
Sub terra board game
New bedding
Xbox / switch games
Harley quinn comic
New bike
Art supplies
Kindle
New sports kit (football, hockey, netball, running - depending on child and kit needed)
Funko pops

CasparBloomberg · 03/09/2021 20:33

For the older end of teens age range and big budget, festival tickets are starting to be released and concerts/tours for 2022 are being announced.

underneaththeash · 03/09/2021 20:51

My teens have loved their thumb piano and styrophones.

IggyAce · 04/09/2021 07:41

Nomination bracelet (means you can buy charms for future gifts)

Beauty hamper (teen has requested a tanning one this year)

LED lights

Colour changing light bulb, we have one that can be controlled via Alexa & app.

Costa/Starbucks gift card.

merrygoround88 · 04/09/2021 08:24

Aldi had these vlogging kits last week that would be good for younger teens

DominicRaabsTravelAgent · 04/09/2021 08:30

Aldi had these vlogging kits last week that would be good for younger teens

Don't think DD would be into clogging but I bet she'd love a ring light, so thanks for that Smile

BellaVida · 04/09/2021 08:46

Bluetooth beanie hat
Colour changing LED adhesive strip lighting
Water speakers
Mini fridge
Magazine subscription
Gaming keyboard/ mouse
Audio sunglasses or blue light blocking ones
Polaroid style camera
Slush puppy machine
Light projector / sound lamp
Mini HD projector
Portable printer for mobile & tablet
Escape room experience

Bbq1 · 04/09/2021 14:19

Placemarkingwith with interest for newly 16yo ds! Teen girls are, I think much easier to buy for.