What did you GIVE for Christmas?

[Boredofthegram]

Has anyone tried the hotel chocolat velvetiser?

Yes I’ve had one for a few months. I really like mine and we use it quite a lot.

 

[Louisej3]

My younger brother - a lynx set
My 2 older brothers - yoda mugs
Nephew 1- lynx set
Nephew 2- Minecraft book
Nephew 3- blanket
Mam- reeces selection box
Sister- mug cakes, hot chocolate, candle, sweets, a keyring
SIL 1 -dove set
SIL 2 - bath set
Niece - giant unicorn, a dress, a jumper and knitted dolly
Sisters 2 dogs- treats, a tshirt each, balls, toys and bones
And i donated a bunch of tins to a food bank before Christmas

 

[bunnyboo]

Boyfriend - New phone, €50 steam voucher, new coat, 2 new t-shirts, a few books on roman history and some alcohol

Parents - A new 4k smart TV lol (saved up all year for this!!).. I got them both a book too (we always give each other books)

Brother - Two pouches of his favourite hipster coffee, a voucher for his favourite clothes shop and a book on photography

Best friend (a gay man who loves make-up before you ask haha) - Tiffany for Him cologne, glossier milk jelly + lip balm, elf brushes and mist, lush gift set, beauty blender, some face masks and cigarettes (it's our thing, don't @ me lol)

MIL - Jo Malone Candle

Sister in law - Soap and Glory set, cosy socks

Grandmother - Box of chocolates and hand cream

 

[fxckmanet]

Anyone started shopping/got any ideas already? I'm really struggling to think of what to get my mum this year - I've gone overboard the past 3 years so have no idea for this year (also very much lacking in funds)

 

[LittleMy]

My two sons (6&4) will get a main present each which is something they want (usually expensive); they’ll each get a new outfit, some little things that they could be doing with (new wellies, electric toothbrush etc), new pyjamas, slippers and sweets. I don’t like to go overboard with them as it’s literally just been their birthdays so can get very expensive and they don’t need a load of toys that they’ll never play with.

Husband: New trainers (probably Nike or New Balance), a gaming keyboard, some new books he wants and a yoga mat (he’s asked for one).

My parents and MIL: Gift vouchers for their fave stores.

Mine and OH’s grandparents: I always make up hampers with lots of Christmas goodies for them which they enjoy.

Niece 1 (almost 4): Pyjamas, selection box and a Barbie doll set.

Niece 2 (almost 2): Pyjamas, selection box and a baby doll set.

Our three cats: Cat treats, some toys, new collars and a new cat scratch post because they’ve destroyed the old one.

 

[Saddlesoap]

Husband - Airpods
Mum and Dad - IOU to take them out for dinner. Bought them vouchers in 2019 and they have only just used them. Spring bulbs in a nice pot
PIL - local produce hamper. Spring bulbs as well.
Niece - perfume
Nephews - cash
Friends kids < 3 - cute leggings. I don't buy them much and don't like to buy 'stuff'.
Friends kids > 3 - probably a board game. I like the orchard toys ones

Bought my friend some Soul and Soap bits cos she loves baths.

Unsure about my BIL and SIL and their kids. And two other friends.

 

[under the ivy]

I bought some family Christmas cards today. I'm doing hampers this year, apart from my younger brother who I'm going to give money to and buy him some toiletries and XBOX bits.

 

[whathastheworldcometo]

Mums finally told me what she wants for Christmas, she wants make up but she doesn't wear it all too often maybe once a month if that - So would you get a couple of bits from somewhere like Anastasia Beverly Hills (maybe like 2 lipsticks an eyeshadow pallate and a mascara) or go Boots and get more stuff thats cheaper?

I agree with the poster that said that powdery stuff lasts longer.

But most importantly I would look at when and why she uses make-up: for special occasions? Or when she has time to put it on on normal days?
So: should it be more "glam" or more "every day"?

It is very difficult to buy make-up for another person and if it would be my mother I would buy a voucher that includes a consultation.

I would buy a foundation and concealer that suits her skin tone, a couple of lip sticks (day /night), mascara and depending on what she likes eye shadow or eye pencil and if she is skilled enough to use it highlighter or blusher.

 

[dee_mc]

Mums finally told me what she wants for Christmas, she wants make up but she doesn't wear it all too often maybe once a month if that - So would you get a couple of bits from somewhere like Anastasia Beverly Hills (maybe like 2 lipsticks an eyeshadow pallate and a mascara) or go Boots and get more stuff thats cheaper?

I'd go for a high-end eyeshadow pallate for the wow factor and go cheaper for the rest. Eyeshadow (if powder) should keep well for a couple of years, whereas liquid stuff - especially mascara and eyeliner - might need chucking out after a few months. So I'd go for either a cheap (Maybelline) mascara, or a mini of a higher-end brand.

 

[Damagedtime]

First year I've started to think about Xmas presents early although still no clue on what to buy. Just hope we don't have an office secret santa as I find them so stressful

 

[fxckmanet]

I LOVE christmas present shopping. Gift giving is my love language, lol. I've got some ideas for my husband, but other than that I'm still thinking about things.

Same!! I love buying people things (hence the going overboard with my mum for the past 3 years) my boyfriend and friends are easy to shop for but no idea what to get my mum

 

[rainbowlemon]

First year I've started to think about Xmas presents early although still no clue on what to buy. Just hope we don't have an office secret santa as I find them so stressful

How many people in total will you be buying for and what are their ages?

Secret santa could just go with a £5 gift card.

 

[OutrageouslyScarlet]

Has anyone tried the hotel chocolat velvetiser?

 

[BattleAxing]

Other than my kids, I am always stumped on what to buy certain people, so this is a great thread for ideas.

Dad - personalised Zippo lighter, socks, gloves, Only Fools and Horses PJs and an Under Armour coat. (Hes the hardest to buy for).

Sister - Perfume - Millions, Nike bumbag and I also plan to get her a cheaper version of an Oodie. She also likes Reebok classic trainers and is a child's size, which are really cheap on so I will probably order her a pair.

Sisters 2 cats she treats as her kids - cat nip "joints" from Amazon.

Brother - some Nike canvas prints from a company who specifically does trainer artwork. A bottle of flavoured gin and some coffee paraphernalia such as flavoured syrups, sprinkles, etc. Since he's a coffee freak.

Ex MIL and FIL who I absolutely adore... I usually get a bottle of their favourite tipple each and some chocolate.

 

[rainbowlemon]

Mums finally told me what she wants for Christmas, she wants make up but she doesn't wear it all too often maybe once a month if that - So would you get a couple of bits from somewhere like Anastasia Beverly Hills (maybe like 2 lipsticks an eyeshadow pallate and a mascara) or go Boots and get more stuff thats cheaper?

I'd honestly get stuff that was cheaper especially it was was only going to be used 12 times in a year at the most.

 

[WeepingCassandra]

Has anyone tried the hotel chocolat velvetiser?

We wanted one and ended up getting a much cheaper Breville (I think?) milk frother instead, it's essentially the same thing without the handle which you don't miss at all.

 

[bolimepipi]

From my insta page. This is what my brother bought for our cats.

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oh that's adorable, i can see my roisin loving these

 

[fxckmanet]

Mums finally told me what she wants for Christmas, she wants make up but she doesn't wear it all too often maybe once a month if that - So would you get a couple of bits from somewhere like Anastasia Beverly Hills (maybe like 2 lipsticks an eyeshadow pallate and a mascara) or go Boots and get more stuff thats cheaper?