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

What are YOU getting for Christmas.

146 replies

PureBoggin · 06/12/2024 19:33

Looking for ideas for all the lovely ladies in my life ... And maybe even myself. So far my Santa list is a pair of Bluetooth headphones so I can listen to very inappropriate podcasts and my children won't hear, and a very good, non-leaky travel mug for my horrible work commute. What are you getting?

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JaninaDuszejko · 06/12/2024 20:47

My Mum is getting me a bare root rose. DDs idea after she laughed at DM slagging off my'boring' list.

I'm hoping for lots of books as usual. Haven't decided what DH is getting me, I'm getting him walking boots because his last pair have died after 20 years loyal service. I need a new purse and want an expensive one so that's a likely option. But a vintage table lamp and yoga pants are also in the running.

JMAngel1 · 06/12/2024 20:48

I’ve treated myself to quite a lot already!! I always end up throwing things in for myself!

A microcurrent LED under eye mask
A really fleecy thick lounge suit with hood - it is soooo cosy.
New slippers
A huge Argan oil shower gel
knee high boots - chocolate brown suede

i’m asking DH for Jo Malone Golden Vanilla and Vetiver perfume - soooo spendy but I absolutely love it.

LOpportunityCestFuckingEnorme · 06/12/2024 20:56

A jigsaw table
Lego flowers
Hot water bottle
Chocolate
Plants

Justhereforthechristmasthreads · 06/12/2024 21:02

The height of excitement - a memory foam pillow. I am sick of my rubbish pillows 😂

Makelikeatreeandleaf · 06/12/2024 21:12

Got myself a new tumble dryer.
Hoping for l'occitane almond oil shower oil and moisturiser and a mix CD from DD.
Dad will get me whatever DD buys and wraps for him. I'm hoping it will be some books.

Crikeyalmighty · 06/12/2024 21:16

@MrsSkylerWhite not vomit inducing at all- all the best to you both x

Welshcakes28 · 06/12/2024 21:31

A jumper and coat from Cos.

And a small stocking with some wild things in 😂
Oven glove
Spoon rest
Heat protection spray for hair
Terry's chocolate orange
A bauble
Fizzy laces
Small bottle of champagne
Would quite like a fever tree cracker too

Cynic17 · 06/12/2024 21:35

Well, I don't know, do I, because we haven't had Xmas Day yet! The whole point is that gifts should be a surprise.

PureBoggin · 06/12/2024 21:36

Tarnishedbutton · 06/12/2024 20:01

I've had my gifts early I have a lovely posh coffee machine and a fancy heated blanket.
Going to get myself a few more comfort related items too having an horrible health time and a few other issues and I deserve a bit of comfort.

I hope you are on the mend. 💐

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PureBoggin · 06/12/2024 21:38

TooTiredToType77 · 06/12/2024 20:19

This is literally a life changing frying pan, sad but true

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Oooh amazing. We hired a caravan last summer and I took my good frying pan....and left it there 😭

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PureBoggin · 06/12/2024 21:39

ImDuranDuran · 06/12/2024 20:14

Slippers
Nathalie Lété hand cream
Chocolates from an independent place in town
M&S Santa mix in the tin
Bottle of Jawbox gin and some honeycomb

(PS: Love the username, OP, are you from NI by any chance?Grin)

Glasgow... So close enough!

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PureBoggin · 06/12/2024 21:40

sansou · 06/12/2024 20:04

I’ve already bought myself an air fryer.
Wool rich jumper
Red retro trainers
Neroli/orange blossom bath stuff
Scion/Tu Tote Bag (yup, my addiction continues!)

Ooooh....lovely.

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PureBoggin · 06/12/2024 21:41

Oganesson118 · 06/12/2024 20:28

Hopefully the Notre Dame Lego set, some Miss Dior perfume and some earrings shaped like highland cows.

Love how specific the earrings requirements are.

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Flubadubba · 06/12/2024 21:55

My parents have got me a leaf blower and vac. Never again will I have to spend 90 minutes doing it all by hand... (I am truly middle aged now).

No idea what Santa/DH will be getting, and DD5 is 5 and usually picks something bizarre for me (it's the thought that counts, obviously, and she definitely thinks about it...).

PureBoggin · 06/12/2024 22:16

Some brilliant ideas here thanks everyone.

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HaddyAbrams · 06/12/2024 22:26

Cynic17 · 06/12/2024 21:35

Well, I don't know, do I, because we haven't had Xmas Day yet! The whole point is that gifts should be a surprise.

I was thinking the same. I'm amazed that so many people know what they are getting!

Julia34 · 06/12/2024 22:31

My daughter love Sonic stuff and all her friends too so I get her Sonic hamper and she will get camera and painting kit.
I hope I get ceramic painting kit 😅
Need got my friends present too. All I get online this year

bananamum13 · 06/12/2024 22:38

I have bought myself a Pandora charm!
The list I gave to DH includes a new purse (needed one for a couple of years 🙃), salt & pepper grinders, books, chopping board - what I'd really like would be for a nice thoughtful surprise but he doesn't start 'shopping' until he's been paid on 15 Dec!!!

AutoP1lot · 06/12/2024 22:39

DH bought me a load of merch last night at the gig we went to as it was a tribute to my favourite musician, Mark Lanegan. So I've got a limited edition, signed by the artist, poster; a tote bag; and a vinyl record (I now need a record player 🤦🏼‍♀️). He's also got me a pair of boots.

For parents, sister and SIL I have suggested a bag, a small purse/card holder, these earrings, posh vegan cheese and vegan chocs.

www.sourcherry.co.uk/products/sacre-coeur-stud-earrings

I've got DSIS a new set of car mats (her request!) and her favourite drink; DM a snooze band and perfume; and SIL slippers and towels.

StormingNorman · 06/12/2024 22:40

MrsSkylerWhite · 06/12/2024 20:20

Not sure really. This is going to be vomit inducing, but very poorly husband is home so that will do for me.

That’s all that really matters when someone you love has a health scare x

JBJ · 06/12/2024 22:42

I've bought myself a new awning for my camper van and a heated throw. Only get token presents from teenage Ds and my cousin, so I always treat myself to something in the Black Friday sales. Although Ds's dad (we've been apart 16 years but are good friends) has bought me a new BBQ!

TheChosenTwo · 06/12/2024 22:43

HaddyAbrams · 06/12/2024 22:26

I was thinking the same. I'm amazed that so many people know what they are getting!

Exactly the same here, not a clue until Christmas Day!
I’ve bought myself things recently but I’ve just bought them for myself because I wanted them, they aren’t for Christmas.
My dc and dh choose things for me but they’re all a surprise.

plominoagain · 06/12/2024 22:46

A pair of Dubarry Wexfords, new hat and gloves for riding and much bubble bath . The Dubarry’s were a lot but we had a very unexpected windfall and they’ll hopefully last for years .

Jellycoconut · 06/12/2024 22:47

A coffee bean subscription and a large houseplant. I'm not fussed about much else

Goody2ShoesAndTheFilthyBeast · 06/12/2024 22:48

I want an embroidery thread organiser box. A lovely wooden one that opens up into several layers.

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