Christmas Present ideas - what do YOU actually want?

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bossymoo wrote: »

37yo mum of two, work part time, kiddies are 2 and nearly 4.

I'd love:
Babysitting vouchers
Garden centre vouchers
Pretty sewing basket
A rest...

Can't really think of anything else. I don't want sweeties as still on with the weightloss, and i wouldn't like anyone to choose clothes or shoes for me. I have perfume, books, music, socks. I don't mind if just the children get pressies, tbh. Christmas is hard since I lost my dh to cancer

*HUG* Your story touched me and makes me realise I can be so ungreatful at times. X

Kyliexjx

25 y/o working full time in office, live with partner, no d/c

I would looovve it ifbsanta could bring me:

A baking hamper - main thing I want - lots of hints given to bf
New handbag
New boots
Electric toothbrush
Bath stuff
Make up / beauty stuff
Books
Nice chocolates from hotel chocolate
Clothes - jumpers/cardigans - warm snugly things!
Cafitierre (sp? One of those things you make coffee in )
Crafting stuff such as soap making or bath bomb kit
Nice big brolly that won't break with a gust of wind

Asking for a bit much.....yes probably

Pisces

34 here, good job so not short of cash, married, one little boy and another on the way in Feb.

I'd love any luxury items, nice candles, smellies, anything hand made and most especially an experience voucher for a day off guilt free!

Definitely definitely nothing baby or pregnancy related!

kat360

25 year old, married, SAHM of 2 (soon to be 3 in feb:p)

I would like:
New converse (even though I have many pairs and I've just had some for my b'day )
Refreshers bars (craving,lol)
A huge snuggly dressing gown
Socks

:snow_laug

heretolearn_2

Mid 40s, work full time plus part-time student.

Book tokens. My favourite favourite presents but I don't often get them as other people think they are boring. Lets me buy extra books for my studies, and go mad like a kid in a sweetshop buying lovely books that I wouldn't normally treat myself to. Especially as ex used to make me feel guilty spending money on/spending time reading books.

Stuff from Lush to pamper myself with.

Fun experiences - my life is busy (whose isn't?) and it's great to break the routine and do something completely different. So I'd love a surprise 'experience' voucher one year...

Anything hand-made with love.

(no more clothing please, no one ever gets the size/style right for me. Esp. no more jumpers. Don't mind gloves/slippers/accessories etc).

Muppet81

SailorSam wrote: »

I'm 59 and i'd like a bike,but an electric one.
I've seen the one i want but at £2k should i treat myself.

If i can't have a bike can i have a big blond.

Careful what you wish for ..... a big blond could well cost you a lot more than £2k

Muppet81

Marrried female 56 no children

I always hark back to the days of my childhood Christmas. Can think of nothing nicer than -

new PJs
cosy slippers
snuggly dressing gown
a good book
a selection box

Having a bath and snuggling down in front of the fire at the end of Christmas Day in and with the above - Bliss :):)

fawd1

SailorSam wrote: »

You can take these things for granted when you live alone but i suppose it can be quite a luxury.

I have asked for a weekend off for exactly that reason. My parents were quite surprised. They asked if I wanted a weekend off with my OH. I said no. I actually want a whole weekend to myself. Lie ins, lots of reading, glass of wine in the evening, cup of coffee and saturday kitchen. With no one else at all. I'm married with two toddlers if that helps explain it. I haven't had a day/afternoon to myself in almost 4 years. And I'm one of those people that actually enjoy my own company!

green_clover

Be gentle I'm brand new!

I am 26 yr old female, unemployed, married, Husband has a good job.

We are currently saving for house but as I am un-employed I feel particularly guilty when buying anything but basic food. OH would love to spend a bit more of his 'disposable' cash. So I will probs spoil him as he works so hard.

I would appreciate any foody gift especially a luxury hot chocolate, maybe with a nice christmas ornament attached. All this scrimping has forced me to learn to cook and I would love a simple cookbook for beginners with balanced, healthy, cheap meals!

Or I am a massive make up fan, but like the high end stuff so one really posh make up brush from Mac or a Chanel nail polish or some fancy shampoo/conditioner would be much more appreciated than a random gift set.

Money obviously is always greatly appreciated but ALWAYS goes straight into the ISA and my family don't like that I do that. (As I'm not spending it on myself apparently.)

I love to receive books but only if the gift giver has read it and really rates it. Then you can discuss it over coffee later!

LutonGirl

Mid 40s, divorced with lovely BF, no kids, 3 cats and a tortoise.

Would like some new car mats. Is that setting my sights too low?