Christmas Present Idea Dump (ADULTS)!

[LoverOfSushi]

Hi everyone.

I know there are threads that go on RE Christmas present ideas, but personally I find it hard to skim through these to get ideas (as it descends into chat IMO). I also think it would be good to have a thread for only adult present ideas/ deals.

I would love for this thread to only have links and descriptions posted so its easier to scroll through and find good ideas (no comments)

I'll go first - here are some of my ideas already:
Chillys bottle currently £4 off
Big bobble hats (not on offer but very cool idea IMO)
Xmas bauble with family faces in
Powder (fire safe) candle
(not linked) but portable chargers are handy to have
These Lulu lemon mens boxers which I bought for my partner to do sport and he absolutely swears by them
Adult lego - specifically linked this one as I think it's incredible

Any reciprocated ideas/help hugely appreciated 🙏

EDIT: please don't comment to follow the thread but instead click 'watch thread'

My parents have the same present every year - a personalised calendar of the family pets! It costs next to nothing but they both love the surprise of what photos we managed to get throughout the year. They never get thrown away either, they have about 5 years worth of calendars at home.

Not quite the point of the post, but may help someone. When it comes to stockings, last year we (2 adults, 2 teens) did secret Santa stockings. Took the pressure off of me having to think of gifts for everyone and the teens LOVED being involved. They were more excited about giving their stockings on the day than getting their own presents. This year they've asked to include my parents too.

i should get mine around christmas time actually xD

Lego

If you know someone likes making models, Book Nook kits or the models by Rokemi are a winner.

Meal Vouchers for a nice restuarant

If you've a more gothy/witchy type of friend, crystal Pillars or Tarot Cards

Jigsaw Puzzles

@Callipygion thank you for posting that, i live in my turtle doves, they're perfect for driving in, but my old pair were/are getting a bit battered now. .

Upthread @Puffalicious recommended Fussy natural deodorant subscription - I have it, and it's reasonably good, but I prefer Wild - the pack is smaller, metal not plastic, and better fragrances.

Thank you @ambitchious and @TallulahG I’ve ordered some of those fingerless gloves for presents (and 1 for me). Cheers.

Anyone else getting a “Sorry you’ve been blocked” message off Curry’s when clicking on that link? 😫

I did too

@Callipygion yes I’m also getting that message now - just go onto curry’s website and type ember smart mug 2 in. They are selling them for £89.99 instead of £130

https://www.currys.co.uk/products/ember-smart-mug²-295-ml-black-10230428.html

Hopefully this one will work!

On thr board game theme - specifically a poster asking about games good for children and adults to play together - DP bought me Santorini a few years ago. It's fantastic, highly recommended and can be made easy/hard depending on players

https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/194655/santorini

I get very excited for socks, I love socks. Socks are life.

@Callipygion
I'm also blocked by Curry's, so don't take it personally 😉

I've never got one to flower more than once, nor has my sister. I think the bulbs are treated to make them flower.

Another plant suggestion if you are into those. Paperwhite Daffodils. But them in the autumn, pot them up and they should be flowering by Christmas ready to give as presents.

These are wonderful. I wear them when arthritis is bad. I bought some for my Dad as he had a stroke and the affected hand gets really cold. He finds them a godsend.

@Needmorelego I’ve just ordered the Lego unicorn for a 🦄 loving 39 year old.

£20 cheaper at Argos

I bought DP a pair of the fingerless gloves from turtle doves, his hands are always freezing. He really likes them. I since got myself a pair and I’m going to get some for his daughter too, she feels the cold like her dad.

Has anyone seen those stunning "book nook" paper models that sit between the books on your bookshelves. They look like a book until you get closer and see that there is a gorgeous bookshop/florist/ bakery inside.
Tricky to make and they keep my adult DD (who is a total Lego nut) entertained!
They are in posh garden centres and on amazon for around £15.

@YorkieTheRabbit I hope they like it. It's such a sweet little build 🦄

yes :)

If they're by rolife, they are.. .complicated, i've made a couple and they frustrated the bejeesus out of me, some of it is REALLY fiddly.

I've found these ones by CuteFun much more satisfying to build. You do need a decent quick drying clear glue though!

Cutefun DIY Miniature Dollhouse Book Nook Kit,Wooden Doll house Booknook Art Kits Decor Gifts For Teens Eternal Bookstore : Amazon.co.uk: Home & Kitchen

Susie Dent’s books for any English lovers- they’re kind of like dictionaries that give beautiful detail, also the scrabble dictionary (would you know I worked in a book shop!), also photo books of special photos. Also Risk!

https://www.tremblingmadness.co.uk/. This place is great :-)

For jewellery lovers don't forget Hot Diamonds. Code MSE40 gets 40% off and stacks with Code JEWELS for free shipping. Nice little gifts with luxurious packaging.

I've made tonnes of them, absolutely wonderful fun. You can get them on Etsy from small businesses. I get mine from here: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/CoolKatzCraft

Anyone planning on buying from Turtle Doves, there’s 30% off everything at the moment. Received an email from them today and I’ve ordered the gloves I wanted for my step daughter.