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Stocking filler ideas for DH & DM

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britsabroad · 14/12/2022 17:03

So very nearly there with the Christmas presents but struggling with these 2.
DM (73) had cancer this year so I wanted to spoil her. She's of an age where she doesn't really need stuff. And she's a collector. Lol. She definitely hoards stuff so keen to not buy any crap. But she still likes to have presents to open and always buys thoughtful gifts. She's also struggling for money since the cancer diagnosis so part of me wanted to get a gift but also buy useful things. Not sure if I've done that.
So far for DM -
Main present - new TV (going halves with my brother) Old TV to go in her bedroom
Cookbook she asked for
Calendar with family photos
Gift bag/stocking -
-Photo frame with photo of her and grandson
-Aveda overnight hand cream (she always complains her hands feel like sand paper)
-Aveda conditioner
-Specs cloth with photo of her and grandson (a bit naff but it was £4 off etsy and I think she will love it)
-scratchcards (bit of fun)
-ppocket tissue holder for handbag £4 of etsy - maybe falls in the buying crap category
-phone case (she asked for)
-seeds (loves gardening)
-mini panettone (she asked for)
If I have time (plan to make a ring - I make gold/silver jewellery for a hobby)

Do you think that sounds OK? Is it too much stuff?
Other things I considered were hairdressers voucher
Heated blanket
We are spending christmas together and have some family meals planned also

For DH - he loves cooking especially asian/Chinese food/likes skiing/loves coffee/travel

So far on the list not bought yet
Gift bag/stocking -
Photo calendar with family photos
Coffee
Dumpling/noodles cookbook
Dumpling maker/mould
Various bits from supermarket to make the dumplings
Pants (he asked for some)
Scratchcards
Wash bag (doesn't have one & travels alot for work)
Maybe a Cafetiere but also thought about buying a nespresso pod machine thing as a main present
Can't think of anything else. Any ideas? Had thought about an airtag as he always loses stuff. Or a laptop case - doesn't have one and travels alot for work.

Then a gift from our son (photo printed travel coffee mug) as they go for coffee together every morning

Would welcome any ideas!

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Leeds2 · 14/12/2022 17:09

Both sets of presents sound lovely to me!

Just lacking in chocolate and alcohol! Maybe a chocolate orange and a can of ready mixed cocktail, or a miniature of spirits.

I have seen chopsticks that you can get a name, or message, printed on, if that would be of interest to DH. I think from Not On The High STreet.

britsabroad · 14/12/2022 17:27

Great idea thanks @Leeds2

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Ayeaken · 14/12/2022 17:35

All sounds good to me! An electric blanket would be a great addition for your mum if she feels the cold. My DH travels with work from time to time, a couple of nights here and there. He bought himself a bag that is hand luggage size (a big backpack really) but is sturdy, has a dedicated compartment in the back for laptop, charging cables, etc. And plenty of pockets for phone, wallet.... he loves it! Means he can carry everything in one bag. He got it from Amazon x

User89174648495 · 14/12/2022 17:41

I came on here thinking I’d be rolling my eyes at more waste that will go in landfill but I think these are great, non wasteful gifts.

britsabroad · 14/12/2022 18:39

Yes @User89174648495 i know what you mean. I prefer to buy days out/gift vouchers for something useful but just wanted them to have something to open.

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Stoic123 · 14/12/2022 18:40

They are thoughtful gifts.

A tin of posh (sweet or savoury) biscuits each might be nice.

Not in useful camp, but would your mum like a indoor flowering plant?

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