Short on ideas for Christmas presents? While Christmas is, undoubtedly, the most wonderful time of the year, but it's not without it's stresses - for example, getting the perfect gift for your loved ones can be tricky. As consumers, we have more choice than ever before, but that doesn't necessarily make things easier - where do you start when you're looking for Christmas gift ideas?
Well, you can start with us. We want to help take away some of the stress of the festive season so that you can focus on the more important things - having fun and enjoying time with friends and family. So we have compiled this Christmas gift guide to help provide you with some Christmas inspiration - have a look through and find the perfect present for your loved ones. No need to fear Christmas shopping - we're here to help!
Personalised gifts
Personalised presents are becoming increasingly popular Xmas gift ideas - there is more choice than ever before when it comes to putting your own personal stamp on a gift, so all you need to do is find one that suits your recipient.
There are the classics, like a mug, glass or a hip flask, but that barely scratches the surface of what is on offer. You can get penknives, tools, children's books, dog collars, alcoholic drink - even a cheeseboard! Or you could upload a photo onto a cushion, t-shirt, blanket, or jigsaw puzzle. These unique Christmas gifts are particularly popular with grandparents.
Homeware
A homeware Christmas gift can help to improve the day-to-day life of the person you are buying for. Get the right present and you can help make their a little bit better lives better every single day.
Take a coffee machine for example - a delicious coffee every morning could be the ideal way to start their days, so they could be the perfect gifts. Or maybe a food processor, so they can make smoothies every morning for a healthy little kickstart. A bread maker, for that unrivalled smell of freshly baked bread?
Tech gadgets
Who doesn't love a brand new bit of tech? It's always exciting to play with something new, so new gadgets always make the best Christmas presents. With so many smart home devices on the market, there really is something for everyone, and again, this is a way that you can help make their lives a little more stress-free and enjoyable. An Alexa or Google Home speaker is always popular, as well as smart bulbs, smart plugs, TV fire sticks and smart doorbells.
But there is so much more - how about a reusable notebook, which can convert your handwritten notes into a document? Or a wireless charger, or headphones? Maybe even a 3-D printer, which are getting more and more affordable, and great fun for anyone to have a play around with. What gadgets would make good Christmas gifts for your friends and family?
Beauty products
Buying a beauty, or haircare, gift for a loved one may be a bit of a daunting prospect if you don't know much about that kind of thing (I'm looking at you, men), but there are plenty of things to do to help. Most major department stores will have plenty of beauty experts on hand to help, and you can also have a snoop to see what kind of products your partner is using already - that would be a big clue as to what you can get them. Similarly, if you are thinking of a jewellery gift, there will be plenty of people to help in shops, once you know what kind of thing they like.
Experiences
Buying a gift isn't always about something they can use right there and then on Christmas morning, it's about giving them something special, and an experience is a great way to go. Gig tickets, or tickets to a sporting event is usually a safe bet, and you can often upgrade the experience with a hospitality package.
You can be more adventurous though - sometimes the best gifts are the ones you wouldn't think to buy yourself, so maybe flying lesson, or a spa day, or photo shoot, or a cocktail making class, or a hot air balloon ride. There are so many experiences out there, you're sure to find something for everyone - even days out for the whole family.
Toys & games
Speaking of the whole family, sometimes it's nice to buy a gift that every family member can enjoy, from grandparents to kids. A classic board game will never go out of fashion, and the idea that the gift will bring a family together is very satisfying.
It doesn't have to be a classic game, though. Games consoles like the Nintendo Switch offer plenty of active games that are suitable for the whole family - computer games are no longer just about sitting on the sofa.
Gift Wrapped Plants
Perhaps you could give a gift on the Christmas theme? Like Christmas plants, or even gift wrapped trees? A great present if you are visiting people throughout the holiday season - a thoughtful gift to take some of the pressure off them as they prepare their house for Christmas. Maybe ask them if there are any Christmas decorations that they need?
Conclusion
Don't stress out this year - there are plenty of options out there when it comes to buying the best Christmas gifts. Whoever your gift recipient is, and however well you know them, you can find great gifts that they will love. We hope we have given you plenty of Christmas list ideas.
If you are thinking of Christmas decoration or Christmas tree gifts, then you've come to the right place - we are your one-stop-shop for everything you need to make your home feel extra special this Christmas.
FAQs
Does a pot-grown Christmas tree make a good gift?
You bet! Obviously you want to make sure that your recipient has the room for one, but if they do, it makes a wonderful gift that they can keep using year after year!
Which Christmas plants make the best gifts?
There is more choice than you might first think - the classic Red Poinsettia is the most obvious choice, and will brighten up any mantlepiece at this time of year. But they Helleborus Christmas Rose is becoming a firm favourite of ours too. Then there is the Skimmia Redruth... Best thing to do is have a browse of our range and see which one jumps out at you!
What are the gift-wrapped trees wrapped in?
We gift-wrap our Christmas trees in a beautiful jute bag, with a red ribbon for the perfect finishing touch. A wonderful gift for any home.