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The holidays and Christmas day are nearly here, and it never hurts to get a jump on shopping. Kids are hard to buy for, but a little thoughtful planning can make it easier on the entire family.
When holiday season shopping for kids, it’s a good idea to set a price limit and make a list of ideas before heading out to the stores. By keeping certain points in mind when searching for the perfect gift for that niece or grandson, shoppers can find good deals and perfect gifts for the whole family that will thrill and delight.
What Is A Christmas Eve Box?
Originating from the German tradition of opening presents on Christmas Eve, a Christmas Eve box is a special gift given to young children to celebrate the holiday. You can use a cardboard box, wooden crates, or even a Christmas gift box specifically designed for the occasion. Customise the box with your kid’s name and your family name for that extra personal touch.
Unique Christmas Eve Gift Ideas
Shoppers should think about a child’s interests when picking out a gift. For example, for the niece who loves to read, try putting together a “reader’s delight” gift basket. This could include a favourite Christmas book, unique bookmarks, a desk lamp, and even a cosy blanket or Christmas pyjamas to snuggle under while reading.
For a son who loves sports, create a sports-themed stocking or gift basket, filled with small gifts like trading cards, a jersey with the name of a favourite player on the back, and a new ball glove.
Be creative! The point is to come up with a unique gift that is geared toward the recipient’s interests.
Personalised Gifts For Kids
Everyone loves a personalised gift, and kids are no exception. What child wouldn’t love a hand-painted ornament featuring her name or a personalised bean bag chair?
Personal Creations is a great place to start. This site offers a wide range of personalised gifts, including Christmas ornaments, stockings, and photo frames. It has a special section for children’s items, where shoppers will find personalised story books, clothing, bath towels, and sports bags. Kids will love these hand-picked items featuring their names.
Another good place to find a personalised gift for a child is Lilly’s Kids. This is a division of Lillian Vernon, and offers affordable and practical kids’ items. Lilly’s Kids has a wide variety of games and toys, bath and bedroom décor, baby items, and kids’ jewellery. Many of these items are available for personalisation, and there is no additional charge as long as the name is within the character limit. Lilly’s Kids is a good choice for shopping for personalised gifts, without spending a fortune.
They say when buying gifts for others, it’s the thought that counts, and this goes for Christmas gifts. With a little preparation and planning, finding the perfect gift for a young person can be easy, fun, and fulfilling.
Other Creative Christmas Gifts For Kids
Looking for fun, creative, inexpensive gift ideas for children? Search no more! Check out these clever presents.
With recent news reports about lead paint in toys, it’s difficult to choose gifts for children that are guaranteed to be safe. This year, be creative and choose a fun, inexpensive, unique gift for the special child in your life that they’ll truly enjoy and appreciate.
Movies
Kids of all ages love to go to the movies. How about purchasing a gift certificate for movie tickets to their local movie theatre? Present the gift creatively- a popcorn box filled with movie theatre candy, as well as the gift certificate will surely be accepted with much enthusiasm by children of any age (this gift would be perfect for kids 5 and up who will appreciate its meaning).
Make Your Own
There are tons of great kits out there that teach kids to make something. Learn to Knit, Make Your Own Candy, Paint Your Own Nesting Dolls, Ice Cream Making, Calligraphy, Make Your Own Lip Balm, Pottery Wheels, and more would make a creative, unique gift for a child.
A Day at the Zoo
Kids love animals. The best gift you can give a child is your time, so this gift will be exciting on Christmas morning. You might present the gift with a large stuffed animal, a t-shirt from the zoo you’ll be visiting, and a pair of tickets. And don’t forget to include some peanuts for the elephants!
Magazines
There are magazines for kids of all ages. Whether it’s Highlights for Children, Nickelodeon magazine for younger kids or Teen Vogue or Mad magazine for older kids, find the one that the child will enjoy, buy a copy and a subscription in the child’s name and wrap the sample magazine with a note that says “Enjoy Your Subscription to _ for the Year!” Kids will remember receiving this personal gift every month for the upcoming year!
Art
Another creative idea for a holiday gift for a child is to let them be creative. Kid’s back-to-school art supplies have been diminished by now, so this gift will be timely and appreciated by parents as well! Put together a huge basket filled with art supplies. Construction paper, paints, markers, glitter glue, and other fun items will make a beautiful, colourful gift that will be enjoyed for months to come.
Great Christmas Eve Box Ideas
Over the last couple of years, the idea of giving kids Christmas Eve boxes has become increasingly popular. This concept is a great way to make the night before Christmas a special event, setting the stage for Santa’s arrival the next day. From hot chocolate to reindeer food, there are lots of options for what to include.
- Christmas PJs: One of the best things to put in a Christmas Eve box is a new pair of Christmas pyjamas. They’re perfect for watching a Christmas movie and getting into the festive spirit.
- Hot Chocolate: Include a hot cocoa mix for a warm treat. Christmas mugs make it extra special!
- Christmas Movie: Select a family-friendly Christmas film for quality time together late in the afternoon.
- Reindeer Food: A cute idea to make kids feel a part of the Christmas festivities. They can sprinkle it outside for Rudolph and his friends.
- Christmas Socks: To keep little toes warm!
- Santa Letter: A personalised note from the North Pole adds a little extra magic to the big day.
- Small Toy or Colouring Book: This is a great way to keep young children entertained.
- Bath Time Goodies: Bath bombs or bubble bath to add fun to the night’s routine.
- Candy Cane and Holiday Spirit: Add some candy canes to spread holiday cheer.
- Christmas Activities: Small puzzles or games add to the Christmas fun and are a great way to spend family time.
Have fun shopping and enjoy spending time with your child this year.
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