What I (45 yrs) want for Christmas...What's on your list?

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I don't know about anyone else but I find I struggle to think of gift ideas for myself (I have bday just after xmas so I get double trouble).

I've always found these threads quite helpful in sharing what others are getting for inspiration. I hope to maybe get a couple of these things if I'm lucky...

Kirstie Le Marque diamond and ruby fish necklace
https://www.kirstielemarque.com/products/diamond-ruby-fish-necklace

Earphones I can wear while sleeping that have noise cancelling to block out DH snoring!
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FMF132MP?psc=1&ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_ct_20YH5R32FDN84V74Q0FV

These lovely spotted gin glasses
https://www.oliverbonas.com/homeware/azul-spot-gin-glasses-set-of-two-378210

Black Forest Gateau Hot Chocolate Sachets
https://www.hotelchocolat.com/uk/black-forest-sachets.html

Canon pancake lens
https://www.canon.co.uk/store/canon-rf-28mm-f2-8-stm-lens/6128C005/

Jo Malone Peony and Blush Suede
https://www.jomalone.co.uk/product/25946/27028/colognes/peony-blush-suede-cologne

Please do add yours below as I'm sure I'll be inspired!

I'm 48.

I have a selection of books on my list, mostly non fiction. Spinosaur Tales and Floating Home being two of them (about Spinosaurids and living on a boat respectively).
A new handbag
Some of the Blond of Amsterdam Efteling collection. Specifically the Hansel and Gretel bowls and plates.
A lego set. Haven't decided which yet.
Savage Garden board game.

I'll be in the Netherlands the week before Christmas so keeping mostly keeping my options open.

39 here I've asked for a Garmin watch (the cheaper end) from DH as my previous watch broke and can't be fixed.

Other thing on my list - some reusable hand warmers and some bath salts.

A weird list from me!

I have a few of these prints already but I'd like the Vosene one Punk Haus Print

This Roald Dahl Matilda book nook

This very cosy looking Oodie dressing gown

This Joe Browns boho velvet bag

This uttterly gorgeous Fair Isle jumper from Bosie

A new Mina Lima book for my collection - or ANY of the prints/accessories because they are ALL gorgeous!

Care Bears socks
Retro or 80s dollhouse items for my retro themed dollhouse
Any book from my wish list

A voucher for Six by Nico for any of their tasting menus

44 here
I've asked for a hoodie with "fitness instructor" on it as that's what I do now.
On my amazon list which I share with DH are a number of books, jodhpurs, welly socks, fluffy shoe liners. Not very exciting, sorry!

I don’t get why this list would be ’weird’?! It’s normal stuff.

https://cecejewellery.com/products/forget-me-not-pendant?pr_prod_strat=e5_desc&pr_rec_id=c10d7e5c2&pr_rec_pid=7556580147371&pr_ref_pid=7556445667499&pr_seq=uniform

https://hayleymenzies.com/products/magic-leopard-duster-green?_pos=15&_sid=750784c13&_ss=r

https://penelopechilvers.com/products/tuesday-shirt-indigo?_gl=11cyg7lu_upMQ.._gs*MQ..&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3aLHBhDTARIsAIRij597h5yt-z07AM5TO58fRXyKOTwemeulbJ3Z97COvb3su8FKxfTaRfkaAijaEALw_wcB&gbraid=0AAAAADtGXm8PcuS3Ai6Q4kFQ0m6D8DqNc

https://penelopechilvers.com/products/inclement-long-tassel-boot-dark-oak?_gl=1oafh1a_upMQ.._gs*NA..&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3aLHBhDTARIsAIRij5-5WEEO6qBTcT_7jiJvbOIL3xchFXzk1jZetfOtgliBqQfbCjox3osaAh_lEALw_wcB&gbraid=0AAAAADtGXm_LKy5NsFNPk5qtFENBSclKv

https://www.redpostequestrian.co.uk/yard-field/stable-yard-tools/carrimore-twin-wheel-200lt-wheelbarrow--blue__4683?currency=GBP&chosenAttribute=2100000137961&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=11717357412&gbraid=0AAAAADsbUtgIiYyZ3opdcKwXF3IaLVLfL&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3aLHBhDTARIsAIRij5_7oDEvxTMzoQ0kUgxqRBw6WlHHVZ5hoZfweGKpla7piOH63_ZODnwaApZREALw_wcB

48
I have no idea! Only thing that takes my fancy off all these lists is a Toblerone 😂

All right, Captain Sanctimonious, calm down. Feel free to ask your own family to buy you a hessian sack and a glass of water, if that makes you feel better.

It’s just a thread for people to say what sort of things they might like to receive, in an ideal world, on Christmas Day. Nobody is saying they need all these things, or that they expect to get all of them or even any of them.

As for ‘the point’ in these things, as far as I can see from looking at people’s lists, people have mostly asked for things that will be useful (eg coats, jumpers, boots, tools), things that will enhance their lives slightly by adding a little touch of luxury / frivolity / sensory enjoyment to their day (eg perfume, jewellery, food), cultural experiences (eg concert tickets), or things related to hobbies and pastimes (books, fitness equipment, Lego, puzzles). All pretty normal human joys, I’d have thought.

I do love your username, I’d love to have some chocolate cinder toffee 🤩 what a great idea!! So many single people I imagine don’t bother and don’t treat themselves. They should do just as you. A time to spoil yourself a wee bit. Have a fab Christmas and I bet that posh cardi you’re going to enjoy knitting will be awesome 🎄 xx

Some nice warm Christmas socks

I’ve been adding things I can’t quite afford to my list for months!

• skinfix moisturizer and cleanser
• a local expensive body butter
• protein powder (the one I really like is too expensive, I can afford blech ones)
• A few food things from overpriced places - gf cinnamon buns, raw vegan taco dip 😂
• Casio smartwatch but still looking at other brands
• trangia gas burner for my camping stove
• bar mitts for my bike

gift cards/annual passes to some good attractions for my family

I should find sweaters I want and add them since I don’t have many left in decent condition, and might get specific about chocolate and local fancy cider

The first year we were married dh had never done Christmas lists and he had money to burn, I got every single thing on my list and was mortified! Years later and on a budget I can only dream

64 here and a birthday not long before Christmas so I need to keep thinking of things (because the kids are asking).

A new mouse for my laptop (I'd like a new laptop actually, but that's a bit beyond their budget).
Jodhpur boots as my old ones have a hole in
Thick fluffy socks for winter dog walks
Some boxes of lovely chocolates (I'm allergic to chocolate that's too dark, so it's hard to get nice chocolates that don't have too much cocoa in)
Some gorgeous artwork (DIL is an artist and another DILs mum is an artist too, so plenty of scope)
Pots, bits and tools for my garden
Heated throw

and mine 🙈

@Mrsplants and @GenerateNewUsername thanks for posting about the earbuds. I’ve bought them for myself too! OH snores and instead of scrolling my phone at 2:30am, I’m going to try listening to a deliberately dull book or the Shipping Forecast to get back to sleep.

33 here and a space nk advent calendar, cloud nine straighteners, an owala bottle, a few books and some lush bits!

I love this thread. I want or should I say I would like:
Some of those dumbbells that clip together so you can vary the weights (expensive)
Air fryer
Mountain bike goggles
Mountain bike bar ends
Tennis shoes
Trainers (not decided which yet)
Expensive knives
Socks (always)
Books

Oh and I am 48

I’m 46. The children will choose books for me off my book list, and I know their secret - they are sewing me an eye pillow for my yoga…they even dried lavender for it earlier in year bless them. We only do a couple of things each.

oh wow! me too - well, actually I need a entry level one for DH. Any recommendations would be really appreciated!

I'm very boring with presents and would like tea towels, slippers and a new copy of Eliza Acton's Modern Cookery.

Edit- am 44.

Me and DH have decided to cut back this year so I’d like:

A full length (to the floor, quite hard to find!) dressing gown.

A box of Hotel Chocolat fruity chocolates

That’s it!

Depending on how tall you are, the Rosie fluffy dressing down in M&S is very long and cosy

I always want books, and supply a list to interested parties.

Ooh I’d like a new jumpsuit from
Sweaty Betty (currently on sale so I have sent a link to DH).
A kimchi jar to I can start making my own.
A new fur coat from Scamp and Dude.
All the marzipan and licorice.
Vouchers for massages as I’ve currently got a dodgy shoulder!

To add to the reasons for long lists - I've got a lot of kids and they all want to buy me something, so I need at least five items, then there's my brother who buys for me and my best friend with whom I exchange presents. I have to think really hard on the lead up to Christmas!

I don't have a partner, so at least that's one I don't have to suggest to.