What Christmas Present Would You Like To Get This Year?

h7nlrp2v0g5u48 · 30-09-2018 11:07am #1

With so much choice around this Christmas i'm wondering what new items that might be on the market would you like to get as a Christms present this year?
I wonder will someone come up with some new and exciting gadgets, games you do not have at the moment but would love to have. Or maybe something simple like board games or books. It will be Interesting to see what you come up with.

DvB · 01-10-2018 11:13am

Only thing on my list so far is the new Anthony Beevor book based on the war in Vietnam. Have asked the Mrs to get me that. Only thing I can think of at present TBH.

Jude13 · 01-10-2018 11:24am

Bar winning the euro millions, even though not doing the bloody thing, and apart from all the obvious ones, 'peace', 'such and such yada yada children's hospital' I completely, selfishly just don't want to be busy this Christmas. I have Christmas day off and Stephen's and I am lucky that way but I don't want to be stressing or on the phone for those two days.

baby and crumble · 01-10-2018 12:29pm

If I were being really honest I’d love a Nintendo Switch.

But I’ve been thinking about it since I saw this last night. That’s about all I want. I’m lucky that there’s not much I want for (oh of course if I had the money I’d love loads of fancy tech and a new Telly and all that but we don’t NEED it).

That’s quite a nice realization.

Toto Wolfcastle · 01-10-2018 12:33pm

Same as every year - socks.

I hate buying them, so the gift is more than just the socks.

Jude13 · 01-10-2018 12:46pm

Oh yeah and socks, not thick ones, really thin ones.

h7nlrp2v0g5u48 · 01-10-2018 6:53pm

I'm due a new pair of slippers and socks. I can expect to see them under the tree on Christmas morning. Ba Hum Bug.

h7nlrp2v0g5u48 · 26-10-2018 6:14pm

My daughter has told me she has bought my present. I can't wait to see what it is.
Trying not to get too excited in case it's a new pyjamas, socks or a hot water bottle.

otnomart · 03-11-2018 5:13pm

I would love to get some cachemire gloves. I have lost so many gloves down the years, so new pairs are always welcome. And cachemire makes a everyday item a little luxury.

Toots · 03-11-2018 8:03pm

A house.

But on a more realistic level, an iPad so I can use the Jigidi app to do jigsaws in bed.

Or even more realistically, there's a nice clarins perfume I've had my eye on for a while.

kitten_k · 03-11-2018 8:33pm

Toots wrote: »

A house.

But on a more realistic level, an iPad so I can use the Jigidi app to do jigsaws in bed.

Or even more realistically, there's a nice clarins perfume I've had my eye on for a while.

I love Jigidi!!

Loughc · 03-11-2018 8:56pm

kitten_k wrote: »

I love Jigidi!!

Ooooh I love jigsaws. Time to download this.

Whispered · 03-11-2018 9:17pm

I would like any of the following, listed in order of likelihood from "not a hope" to "definite, probably already sitting in a wardrobe " new phone, good camera, some goodies from bia beauty, books, pyjamas, slippers.

Try_harder · 03-11-2018 9:18pm

Apple Watch 4.

h7nlrp2v0g5u48 · 04-11-2018 1:51pm

I'm hoping to get a Leeds United home jersey or tickets to see Leeds play at Elland Road not asking for much am I.
What I'm hoping for and what I get on Christms morning will more than likely be two completely different things.

Day Lewin · 05-11-2018 9:28pm

A Kipling bag. Need a new shoulder bag, bit of a cash recession going on in our house. Can't really afford a Kip but....Santa, are you reading this thread?

Deviso · 05-11-2018 9:36pm

Books on Business and Personal Development.

byhookorbycrook · 07-11-2018 9:25pm

As family, we ask for what we want (within in reason!)So, from the all the in-laws together:Clinique Happy perfume, body cream and body wash and one house gives us a book voucher. From me to me, will probably be a new rug for my horse (woulsn't dream of spending that kind of money on a coat for myself!) and from my OH, I will get a voucher for my favourite clothes shop and a small surprise.

TK Lemon · 11-11-2018 7:04pm

I would love a cosy robe, fluffy socks, Harry Potter pjs and slippers.

dubstarr · 11-11-2018 7:10pm

Fluffy robe,slippers and a nice shower gel.

But if money was no object,i would really love a new tattoo.

EPAndlee · 11-11-2018 7:31pm

Lynx Africa

DavyD_83 · 15-11-2018 11:03am

Pretty sure I'm getting some bright (bordering on obnoxious, which is how I like em) good quality socks & man perfume.
I'd really love a new bike to take all the effort out of deciding on one myself, but that's unlikely, and always open to another watch.

Would like to get a Switch just to give it a go, but not sure I'd have any time to make use of it, other than that I don't know really.

Any ladies feel like adding some ideas, I'm seriously stuck for my wife this year. I'm just blank. Feel like I've done enough jewellery in the last while (and can't afford eternity ring that she'd like this year). It might just turn into a raid of Dundrum for lots of small things, PJ's, socks, diary/notebook etc. Would love to get her membership, or subscription to something for the year, but no clue what.
Or maybe a family photo shoot...?

northgirl · 15-11-2018 11:09am

Stability and maybe some love.

Toto Wolfcastle · 15-11-2018 11:15am

DavyD_83 wrote: »

Any ladies feel like adding some ideas, I'm seriously stuck for my wife this year. I'm just blank. Feel like I've done enough jewellery in the last while (and can't afford eternity ring that she'd like this year). It might just turn into a raid of Dundrum for lots of small things, PJ's, socks, diary/notebook etc. Would love to get her membership, or subscription to something for the year, but no clue what.
Or maybe a family photo shoot...?

What are her interests? Cooking? Music? Running? I always find the best presents when I really consider a person's interests.

dubstarr · 15-11-2018 11:20am

northgirl wrote: »

Stability and maybe some love.

hugs

DavyD_83 · 15-11-2018 12:46pm

Toto Wolfcastle wrote: »

What are her interests? Cooking? Music? Running? I always find the best presents when I really consider a person's interests.

Part of the problem is that both of our lives are really all about the kids at the moment, there's not a lot of hobby time. Stuff for the house and kids, although practical at the moment, are just crap presents.

She has been trying to get into running, and I have been trying to think of something for that. I'm sure I'll figure it out

miamee · 15-11-2018 12:59pm

DavyD_83 wrote: »

Part of the problem is that both of our lives are really all about the kids at the moment, there's not a lot of hobby time. Stuff for the house and kids, although practical at the moment, are just crap presents.

She has been trying to get into running, and I have been trying to think of something for that. I'm sure I'll figure it out

Maybe some new running gear - leggings, tops, a jacket, earphones, those yokes to hold your phone in on your arm, new running shoes?

miamee · 15-11-2018 12:59pm

I'm still thinking about what I'd like for Christmas this year to write my letter to Santa :pac:

runawaybishop · 15-11-2018 1:07pm

Playstation classic

incentsitive · 15-11-2018 1:11pm

natashaob6 wrote: »

With so much choice around this Christmas i'm wondering what new items that might be on the market would you like to get as a Christms present this year?
I wonder will someone come up with some new and exciting gadgets, games you do not have at the moment but would love to have. Or maybe something simple like board games or books. It will be Interesting to see what you come up with.

I don't really mind what you get me to be honest, just don't spend over 500 quid on me.....anything beyond that is excessive.

Aisling(",) · 15-11-2018 1:26pm

I'm hoping for a pair of Dr.Martens.
Fingers crossed now!

yannanevotna · 15-11-2018 1:29pm

Toto Wolfcastle wrote: »

What are her interests? Cooking? Music? Running? I always find the best presents when I really consider a person's interests.

I get the wife a photo album every year containing pics from throughout the year. Buy an album and get a local photo shop to print out your photos. Photos are cheap if done in bulk. She has about 9 albums worth now and they are priceless to her .

dubstarr · 15-11-2018 1:42pm

yannanevotna wrote: »

I get the wife a photo album every year containing pics from throughout the year. Buy an album and get a local photo shop to print out your photos. Photos are cheap if done in bulk. She has about 9 albums worth now and they are priceless to her .

What does she buy you.Do you not think at this stage 9 photo albums is enough.
Buy her earrings but put a bit of thought in to it

looksee · 15-11-2018 1:45pm

Planning permission. Other than that, I'm good. But if someone is buying I like books, plants, crafty stuff (not really, I just think I do, I have enough!).

Whispered · 15-11-2018 4:00pm

DavyD_83 wrote: »

Part of the problem is that both of our lives are really all about the kids at the moment, there's not a lot of hobby time. Stuff for the house and kids, although practical at the moment, are just crap presents.

She has been trying to get into running, and I have been trying to think of something for that. I'm sure I'll figure it out

Best gift I got when my boy was much smaller was a trip to a hotel all on my own. Close enough that I felt I could get home “in an emergency” but an empty room, books, snacks. Silence. It was bliss!

If it’s been all about the kids then some way to give her time to herself so running gear would work well too!

Wabbit Ears · 15-11-2018 4:06pm

yannanevotna wrote: »

I get the wife a photo album every year containing pics from throughout the year. Buy an album and get a local photo shop to print out your photos. Photos are cheap if done in bulk. She has about 9 albums worth now and they are priceless to her .

photobooks where the pages are printed on are better IMHO. Less bulky and more professional looking. Some really nice ones out there for not a lot of money.

I want a spotting scope. a nice one and a decent tripod to go with it.

big syke · 15-11-2018 4:31pm

DavyD_83 wrote: »

Part of the problem is that both of our lives are really all about the kids at the moment, there's not a lot of hobby time. Stuff for the house and kids, although practical at the moment, are just crap presents.

She has been trying to get into running, and I have been trying to think of something for that. I'm sure I'll figure it out

Maybe a Garmin Forerunner. Nice tech to play with on Christmas day and practical when trying to get into running.

DavyD_83 · 15-11-2018 5:03pm

big syke wrote: »

Maybe a Garmin Forerunner. Nice tech to play with on Christmas day and practical when trying to get into running.

Sry, wasn't trying to hijack the thread.
Thanks for the suggestions

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I think running is probably the key, but keeping it low tech.
Much as I'd like to send her away to relax, I know it wouldn't work at the moment (youngest has some health issues at the moment, and she worries too much. Would only worry more if out of sight) .

Mam of 4 · 15-11-2018 7:18pm

DavyD_83 wrote: »

Sry, wasn't trying to hijack the thread.
Thanks for the suggestions .

I think running is probably the key, but keeping it low tech.
Much as I'd like to send her away to relax, I know it wouldn't work at the moment (youngest has some health issues at the moment, and she worries too much. Would only worry more if out of sight) .

How about a pamper package ?
As in getting her nails , hair , eyebrows done ?
A few hours of time just for herself getting pampered , it's a great pick me up , in a - I can take on the world again - way ?

Sorry , explained that badly

ETA ,
Somewhere local that she wouldn't stress about being too far away .

tickingclock · 15-11-2018 10:24pm

yannanevotna wrote: »

I get the wife a photo album every year containing pics from throughout the year. Buy an album and get a local photo shop to print out your photos. Photos are cheap if done in bulk. She has about 9 albums worth now and they are priceless to her .

That's an unbelievable present. Really is a great idea.

Try_harder · 16-11-2018 4:17am

Try_harder wrote: »

Apple Watch 4.

Reader, he got it!

yannanevotna · 16-11-2018 10:24am

dubstarr wrote: »

What does she buy you.Do you not think at this stage 9 photo albums is enough.
Buy her earrings but put a bit of thought in to it

you'd be spot on if the photo's in each new album didn't change !

earrings v a years worth of family adventures documented for life, a no brainer imo

razorblunt · 16-11-2018 11:15am

Some sort of professional but not stuffy looking backpack for the work commute.

beertons · 16-11-2018 9:16pm

Underpants. Current ones are near thread bare, so I've requested an order.

TG1 · 16-11-2018 9:22pm

I'd love a weighted blanket. It's something I'd love to try but could never justify the spend just to try it out. Would love one as a pressie.

dubstarr · 16-11-2018 10:04pm

yannanevotna wrote: »

you'd be spot on if the photo's in each new album didn't change !

earrings v a years worth of family adventures documented for life, a no brainer imo

Thats not what i meant.I meant hes getting complacent.Photo albums are brilliant,they really are.But maybe she fancies a change.And doesnt want to hurt his feelings.

Posy · 16-11-2018 11:47pm

I would hope he gets her something else too, otherwise that does sound a bit samey!

incentsitive · 18-11-2018 9:00am

A nice cuppa tay would be loverly

Autosport · 20-11-2018 7:34pm

All I ever ask for from Santa are vouchers for books/River Island and Boots and a Kevin the carrot teddy

I'm off to download that jigsaw app so thanks for the suggestion

incentsitive · 21-11-2018 10:08am

All I want for Christmas, is yooouuuuuuu, yooouuuu baby

(Sorry if I got this stuck in your head.....)

CheerLouth · 22-11-2018 11:24am

After a night spent in A&E with another of my kids, all I want for Christmas is a break from this endless sickness

I'm so tired

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