Christmas Gift Guide 2025 Part 1

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Christmas is coming! I feel like I’ve only just got over last year, and here we are once again! I know a lot of you love having some ideas thrown your way via my guides, so I decided I had to bring them back for 2025, and I really hope they help give you some ideas for gifts to buy this year for loved ones.

So without further ado, here is part 1 of my Christmas Gift Guides for 2025.

Airy Fragrances – Serene Solstice Reed Diffusers

If you are buying for a home fragrance fan, then it is well worth checking out the range from Airy Fragrances. It has been made to blend European perfumery with Japanese tradition. Each diffuser starts with a Japanese-crafted, alcohol-free base, and everything about the brand has been carefully thought through. Including the diffuser itself, which uses a circular shape that takes its vision from the Zen concept of ensō. This unique home fragrance brand from Kanagawa, near Tokyo and has grown to be shared across Europe and America.

The Serene Solstice diffuser is meant to invoke the scent of a Chiba Rose Zen Garden, from the warm petals to the cool earth. As I’ve sadly never been to one, I can’t say how exact it feels, but I can tell you it offers up a wonderful scent, which includes notes such as eucalyptus, geranium, rose, vanilla and musk. This cruelty-free fragrance has a wonderful throw and is easily given a pick up by turning the sticks if the scent has started to fade.

The Serene Solstice Diffuser comes in at £40 for 250ml.

Margaret Dabbs Bare Hands – Hand Rescue Kit

A brand I’ve included on the blog before for their Bare Foot collection, Margaret Dabbs Bare Feet and Hands, is one I have always been impressed with when trying out their footcare products, and their hand care doesn’t disappoint either.

The Hand Rescue Kit includes: Conditioning Hand Cream, Conditioning Nail & Cuticle Serum, a glass nail file and a nail buff and shine, meaning it includes everything you need to have your hands and nails looking good for the Christmas season. My cuticles and fingers have been a mess of late, as they don’t always like the hand creams I use, and they dry out, so I was interested to see if they would pick up when using this hand cream and serum, and honestly, I very quickly noticed a difference. The skin around my nails is a lot less flaky and sore, meaning for me, this is a cream I would look to buy again. Plus, everyone needs a glass nail file in their life – if you’ve not tried one before, I definitely suggest switching.

The Hand Rescue Kit comes in at £25.

Bedsure – Shaggy Sherpa Blanket Hoodie

Know someone who loves to curl up on the sofa and just feel warm and snug? Then Bedsure have the perfect gift idea with their Shaggy Sherpa Blanket Hoodie. Available in both L and XL and a choice of colours and patterns, this oversized wearable blanket features a hood and pocket to the front.

While I love the light blue one, they also have one with sharks on! Yes Sharks! How cool! I personally found this blanket hoodie to be wonderfully soft. It’s a bit lighter and thinner than other brands I have tried in the past and had to give away, which for me is perfect as I do struggle to regulate my temperature, so while I want warm and cosy, anything too thick can send my temperature soaring. It is also OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified, meaning you know it is safe for anyone you think might love it.

The Shaggy Sherpa Blanket Hoodie has an RRP of £24.99.

Charadium

Is it Christmas without a good game? If you are looking for a new one to tackle this festive season, then you may be happy to see a few pop up in my guide! The first is Charadium, which is aimed at players 8 plus and is played in teams.

Inside the Charadium box, you will find 700 cards, each of which includes a different well-known phrase, which you have 90 seconds to act out and let your team guess. The cards are sorted into 3 difficulty categories, meaning you can play at the level that suits you, while it even has 8 different game modes to choose from!

If you fancy acting out phrases this Christmas, Charadium is available to buy from Amazon, where it costs £19.99.

CÎROC Red Berry Sparkling Vodka

No matter if you are planning a Christmas party or fancy a tipple to add to a present (or stocking filler), then CÎROC could be one to know about.

With a 5% ABV, this drink is crafted from French grape vodka and blended with red berry flavours and lemonade. This is a premium vodka drink which is perfect for the Christmas season, especially as it now comes in ready-to-drink cans! All you need to worry about is making sure the cans are chilled and ready for your party!

Available in convenience stores and supermarkets nationwide with an RRP of £2.85.

Craft Buddy – Crystal ArtⓇ Animals

Craft Buddy has some fantastic Christmas items (keep an eye out for my posts for more on those); however, if you are looking for items to pop in a stocking, I think the Wildlife Buddies have some great options. From animals in 5 different habitats, such as the ocean, jungle and those that are just plain misunderstood, there is a range of 20 animals to choose from.

Each Wildlife Buddie includes your chosen animal on a wooden standie, alongside all the crystals and tools you will need to make it! You even get a fact-filled EduCard to help you get to know more about the animal you are creating with crystals.

The Wildlife Buddies range is aimed at ages 6+ and they cost £4.99 each.

Danilo 2026 Calendar Range

If you are looking to buy yourself or a loved one a calendar or diary for 2026, then Danilo is the brand to look for. We’ve been using them for both for years now, and as a company, they have licenses for some of the biggest fandoms going.

Personally, I love Winnie the Pooh and Doctor Who, so those will both be going up, one for an easy way to spot the date and the other to keep track of appointments. While my parents have been huge fans of the family organisers from Danilo, as it allows them to keep everyone’s appointments cleanly spaced and allows them to know when they are free (or not) for other commitments. As my Dad often has to take me to hospital appointments, having space to include me is a huge help. Danilo always offers a great quality calendar, with fun designs which are actually useful to have around the home.

The Danilo range can be bought from their website, Amazon and many shops around the country. The Piglet slimline calendar comes in at £7.99, the Doctor Who deluxe calendar £12.49 and the Family Organiser £10.99.

Disney Lorcana Gift Box

If you are buying for someone who loves to collect or play Disney Lorcana, then the latest gift box from them Archazia’s Island, is the perfect choice for a gift!

Inside the box, you will find a promo card featuring Lilo and Stitch, 8 booster packs and a gift box to help store all your cards! As far as I am aware, the 5 packs are random and can be from anything from series 2 upwards. Sadly we didn’t pull any great cards in our box, so the hunt for an enchanted continues!

Personally, I think this is a great little set for anyone who loves Lorcana, especially with it containing a mix of sets and a promo! The Disney Lorcana Gift Box can be bought from Amazon and comes in at £24.99.

Disney Princess Bumper Stationery Wallet

If you have a Disney Princess in your life who loves stationery, then this wallet of goodies could be perfect for them! This wallet contains: an A4 notepad, pen, 6 x fibre tip pens, sharpener. pencil case and ruler, meaning it is all ready to be filled with the recipient’s drawings, doodlings or princess thoughts.

Featuring Disney favourites such a Moana, Cinderella, Belle, Tiana, Jasmine and Rapunzel, this could be a great stocking filler or item to pop into the car for a day trip out over the festive period, to keep little (or big) fingers occupied!

Check out the range of Disney Princess stationery sets on Amazon now.

Wish – Dahlia of Rosas Posable Fashion Doll

Wish is one of those films that has just captured so many hearts, and as such, it is of little surprisethat there is still so much merchandise out there to buy, including this doll from Mattel of Dahlia of Rosas from Mattel. This poseable doll includes removable clothes and accessories such as her shoes, headband and crutch.

With 7 movable joints, this doll has true-to-movie details and is bound to delight any fans of the movie.

The Mattel Disney’s Wish Dahlia of Rosas Posable Fashion Doll is available to buy from Amazon and costs £7.64.

Scrub Daddy X Mickey and Minnie Mouse

Cleaning up after Christmas is, let’s be honest, the worst, so why not give it a bit of a fun twist but adding some Disney magic into the mix, thanks to Scrub Daddy?

These non-scratch scourers are made to comfortably fit in the hand and have 360 scrubability, making them the perfect dish cleaner, washing up sponge, or even for use in the bathroom. This pack features one yellow Mickey Mouse sponge and one pink Minnie Mouse. Cleverly made with FlexTexture, they dry within an hour and don’t hold odours for up to 8 weeks

The Scrub Daddy Disney Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse Dish Sponge Twin Pack has an RRP of £7.99.

Evelyn Gold – Minimal Huggie Earrings

If you are after an extra special piece of jewellery for a loved one, then I can wholeheartedly suggest Evelyn Gold. All of their jewellery is made from recycled, solid gold, and they plant a tree for every item sold! However, their price might just be lower than you expect from a company working to such standards, as they operate on a direct-to-consumer basis and only apply a 2.5 to 3x markup on everything they sell.

One thing that really surprised me about talking to Eve at Evelyn Gold was that she remembered a conversation we had, had last year, where I mentioned I have rather large ear lobes and I can’t wear the standard 8mm huggies as they are too small. So she specifically recommended these huggies, which come in a choice of 8 or 10mm, so even I can wear them! As with many of their pieces, these earrings come in a choice of 14k or 18k solid gold and arrive beautifully presented in a box and tissue wrap – in fact, you could gift them straight from the box!

The 14k/18k Solid Gold Minimal Huggie Earrings start at £170, with prices going up depending on size and Karat you go for.

GNK x XBox Collection Tartan – Cross Body Bag

Did you know that Xbox has its own tartan? Designed by Gordon Nicolson for Xbox, the collection celebrates 2 decades of the Xbox in Scotland and includes a range of wearable items, including bags, scarves, kilts and accessories, each of which is made in Scotland by local suppliers and manufacturers. The Tartan itself takes its ideas from an Xbox controller and gives a uniquely Scottish feel to this global brand.

The cross-body bag features an Xbox tartan body, a gold zipped pocket and an adjustable woven strap. Perfect for any Xbox fan who wants a new bag for Christmas, this really offers a unique take on technology, meeting accessories, and the quality is perfect as well!

The GNK x Xbox Tartan Crossbody Bag comes in at £75.

KEEO Genius Pro + Hair Straighteners

If you are anything like I used to be, then hair straighteners are a must – they really help tame my wild hair, and this particular one from KEEO is one I wish I’d had in my life many years ago and is going to be on many wishlists this Christmas.

KEEO’s straighteners are all about putting hair health first; they use up to 70% less tension thanks to contoured plates, as well as having the ability to adjust both the heat and tension, making it perfect for all hair types. Each pair comes with a free heat mat, a 30-day free trial and a 2-year warranty, meaning what’s lost by giving them a try?

The KEEO Genius Pro + Hair Straighteners come in at £299.

Know Thyself – The Game of Self-Discovery

When I said I would be bringing you some new ideas for games for Christmas, I really meant to, as Know Thyself is like a game you have never seen before. Starting life as a Kickstarter, this game is all about an hour of person-to-person connection, so step one is to open the box, put your phone in it and forget about it as you play.

The game works on a pledge, which all players take before they begin, to be truthful, understanding, respect each other and remain civil. Each round starts with a depth card, which is specifically designed to move past small talk and get the players thinking and speaking about deeper topics. You then pick an archetype card and vote on how much you believe that archetype fits both you and the other player. Once revealed, you take your time explaining why you have chosen that number. Meaning this is a game of learning about you, and what others think of you.

Know Thyself comes in at £37 for the base game and has a couple of expansion packs released already, which come in at £10 each.

Maker’s Mark – Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whisky

Are you looking for a whisky that’s dressed for Christmas? Then look no further than this one from Maker’s Mark, with its limited edition Christmas label and hand-dipped in a red wax seal. Each bottle is crafted at their B-Corp certified distillery, making it the perfect choice for Whisky lovers this year.

Maker’s Mark is a Kentucky straight bourbon whisky which offers up notes of vanilla, caramel and bright cherry – perfect to be enjoyed over ice or in a favourite cocktail.

The Limited Edition Christmas Label will be available in-store and online from Waitrose, John Lewis, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda and Morrisons from November with an RRP of £34.50.

Original Healthy Hair & Scalp Brush White from Manta

If you know someone who struggles with brushing their hair, has fine or thinning hair or would just like to try something different, then the Manta hair brush might be worth popping in their stocking.

This unique brush has been designed to bend and flex with use, helping to create less tension while gently exfoliating the scalp. Already having multiple awards under its wing, this brush offers a 4-in-1 use as it detangles, exfoliates, massages, distributes treatments & shampoo and can be used on wet or dry hair.

Each brush comes with a travel bag and is available to buy from Boots in both pink and white, with an RRP of £30.

Maskology – Facemasks

For the beauty lover, a stocking isn’t complete without a facemask, and Maskology have a wonderful selection which covers all skin types, many of which are award-winning and all of which are sheet masks (which, if you’re anything like me, is a huge plus as I’m known to cause an absolute mess)!

From the detoxifying self-foaming bubble treatment, which also helps to firm and tone, to the hyaluronic acid mask, which helps with hydration and the niacinamide treatment, which helps with blemishes. Each mask is vegan-friendly and packed full of natural ingredients. They take just 10 – 15 minutes of relaxation to start to work their magic and give the recipient a few minutes away from the hustle and bustle of Christmas.

Maskology Professional Sheet Masks have an RRP of £5.95 and can be bought from their website as well as Sally Beauty.

Micro Scooter – Mini Micro Foldable Orion LED Scooter: Blue

This has to be the most amazing scooter I have ever seen, coming from Micro Scooters and aimed at ages 2 – 5 year olds (max weight of 50kgs/7st 8lbs), it not only has light-up wheels but it also glows in the dark! Honestly, why didn’t I have something like this when I was a kid!

Ready to ride straight from the box, the scooter’s height is easily adjusted as the rider grows and offers a one-click fold for when it needs to be stored or Mum or Dad end up having to carry it home; however, don’t worry, it has been made to be lightweight! Wondering just how long the lights in the wheels will last? Well, they are cleverly powered by motion, rather than batteries, so they will perhaps last longer than you think!

The Mini Micro Foldable Orion LED Scooter comes in Pink or Blue and has an RRP of £109.95.

Monopoly Deal – Disney Stitch

For another game option, how about this one, which mixes Monopoly and Stitch and can be played in as little as 15 minutes (so no hours of play time like traditional Monopoly to worry about).

Each player chooses a character from Stitch’s Ohana, with each character having a unique ability, and then you need to collect items from across the Disney Stitch universe, such as Stitch’s favourite record or his pool floatie. The first to collect 3 sets of items wins! A simple, quick and fun game perfect for the festive season.

Monopoly Deal Stitch can be bought from Amazon for £8.

Neal’s Yard

If you are buying for someone who loves to use aromatherapy in their day-to-day life, then one brand that has you covered is Neal’s Yard.

They have a wide range of ideas for all budgets, including their wonderful gift sets, all beautiful presents in boxes with ribbons. Such as the Sweet Dreams Ritual (£15), which contains a Goodnight Pillow Mist (8ml) and Aromatic Foaming Bath (100ml), offering up a good introduction to these blends, which are all about helping you rest, relax and unwind after a long day. If you are buying for someone who already knows and lives the Sweet Dreams range, or loves a pillow mist to help them relax after a long day, then the Goodnight Pillow Mist 45ml (£21) could be an option. This spray contains a blend of lavender, vetiver and mandarin essential oils to help promote restful sleep.

For those who like to include aromatherapy at any time of the day, then the Remedies to Roll range is perfect for having in your handbag, a desk drawer or even in your pocket. The range includes a number of comforting and uplifting blends such as Relaxation, Energy, Study and Travel, just to name a few. Each one costs £15 individually or £48 for a collection box of 4.

One Liners

Back on the game train this time, we are back with Gamesium and their game One Liners. Aimed at ages 14 and up, and for 2+ players, this game will get you trying to remember just where you heard that line before.

This fast-paced team game gives you just 60 seconds to recall and shout out the answer! From movies, to songs and famous faces, this set includes 200 cards! But how do you win? Well, the winner is first to 50, and the game can easily be finished in under 20 minutes!

One Liners comes in at £19.99 and can be bought from Amazon.

Opies Fruit Assortment

A brand my parents have declared a must-have for Christmas (if not all year round) is Opies. With a range of items which will really add another layer to your Christmas pudding. Opies starts at just £6.75.

Unsure how to use them? Well, honestly, there are so many ways, from simply drizzling on ice cream to adding to yoghurt, drizzling on jelly, or adding to your Christmas cake! Those who are a bit more creative can use them as an ingredient within roulades, strudels, pavlovas or even cakes and tray bakes during creation. So why not slip one into the stocking of the baker in your life?

You can find out more about and buy Opies on their website, while they can also be bought from Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Waitrose, Booths, Nisa, and high-quality independent retail stores.

Photo Creator – Mini Cam

The Mini Cam is exactly what it says on the tin, a tiny little camera which takes photos, videos and even includes 14 effects and is available in 6 collectable styles and colours!

With a 1-inch LCD mini screen, 1Gb memory card, this isn’t a camera you’re going to capture your big day on, but for kids, it’s a fun and pocket-friendly addition to a stocking, which they can clip to their keyrings or bags and snap away on with friends.

The Photo Creator Mini Cam has an RRP of £14.99 and can be bought from Amazon.

PLAYin CHOC

PLAYin CHOC’s ToyChoc Boxes for kids age 3+. This eco-friendly alternative to Kinder Surprise is perfect for Gift Sets, Stocking Fillers, Christmas Eve boxes and Christmas Table Favours (as a 100% recyclable alternative for Xmas crackers)! 

PLAYin CHOC is the 2025 Gold winner of Best Vegan Milk Chocolate for the 5th year in a row. Pioneering the chocolate game for vegan, cruelty-free, allergen and plastic-free chocolate, and they have a wonderful premium Christmas range to entertain the whole family.

The Xmas ToyChoc Box contains 2 x allergen-free organic chocolates, a 3D Christmas card puzzle toy to build and an Xmas fun fact card to teach them about the world around them. These boxes are also available to buy in a 6-box gift set, fitting perfectly under the tree and are easy to send to friends/family you can’t be with on Christmas Day.

The PLAYin CHOC ToyChoc boxes start at £2.49 for a single box or come in at £15 for the Christmas Gift Set of 6.

Sanctuary Spa Signature Spa Regime Festive Gift Set

Is it Christmas without a good gift set? And of course, as always, Sanctuary Spa have some wonderful ones to choose from.

The Signature Spa Regime Set includes: Signature Body Wash 75ml, Signature Body Lotion 75ml and Signature Body Scrub 50ml, all of which are of course fragrances with the signature Sanctuary Spa scent, which includes notes of Jasmine, Grapefruit & Vanilla.

Coming in at just £8.50, this gift set makes for the perfect idea to give as a Secret Santa gift, or just a little extra to be nestled under the tree on Christmas morning.

Skinnydip – Disney Stitch Makeup Bag

Look who’s back, back again! It’s Stitch! This time, he’s on a fantastic make-up bag/pencil case / whatever you would like it to be from Skinnydip!

Spacious and lightweight, this semi see-through design is made from durable TPU, which is perfect for everyday use (so no worries about it being in your bag every day). If you have fallen head over heels for this print, then you might be pleased to know it is also available on different bags, phone cases and more!

The Skinnydip X Lilo and Stitch Makeup Bag/Pencil Case and can be bought from Amazon.

St. Tropez Cherry Macaron Kit

For the self-tan lover, this gift set from St. Tropez is a perfect choice! It sees their iconic classic self-tan meet a cherry macaron scent.

Offering up a scent of cherry, white florals and warm vanilla, and giving a medium golden tan after 8 hours, this kit includes a 200ml Bronzing Moose, 80ml Cherry Macaron Hair and Body Fragrance Mist and a Tanning Mitt. If you’re looking to tan this festive season, remember to exfoliate first!

The St. Tropez Cherry Macaron Kit has an RRP of £40 and can be bought from Boots.

Sweet Hamper Company – Monthly Subscription

If you know someone who has a sweet tooth and want to give a gift that keeps on giving, then the Sweet Hamper Company have you covered with their monthly subscription.

Available in both a letter box size and a medium (as seen above), these boxes can be bought on a one-off or rolling subscription basis. Each box is dispatched around the middle of the month and will be filled to the brim with family favourites, both old and new.

If I have you wanting more, then the Sweet Box Monthly Subscription – Medium comes in at £16.50 a month.

Ted Baker Spritz Fix Trio

For the everyday fragrance lover, this trio from Ted Baker is a perfect gift. Featuring 3 body sprays, they have been cleverly put together to be worn alone or layered to help create your own signature scent.

The set contains 3 150ml sprays in Peony & Camellia, Jasmine & Lime Blossom and Rose & Orchid, which are some of Ted Baker’s most loved fragrances from their range.

The Ted Baker Spritz Fix Trio comes in at £20 from Boots!

Vonhaus – Household Tool Set – 53 Piece Set

Hands up, I got this as I keep getting told off by my Dad, as I don’t have the right tools for the job. I have a set somewhere, I just don’t know where that somewhere is and let’s be honest, everyone gets to an age where actually what was once a boring present actually becomes what you want, as they are useful!

This 53-piece set includes many of the tools you need for everyday jobs around your home, including a claw hammer, spanners, hex keys, screwdrivers, pliers and more. Which will hopefully mean you’ll always have the best tool at hand for the job you need to complete.

The Household Tool Set – 53 Piece Set has an RRP of £25.99.

Vonhaus – Teal Heated Throw Blanket

Sticking with the fantastic Vonhaus, but a completely different item, I have this wonderful heated throw. Personally, I cannot regulate my temperature and spend the summer too hot and the winter too cold, so for me, a lovely heated throw is a must.

Made from a supersoft plush material and offering 9 heat settings and a 9-hour timer, this blanket can cost as little as 13p to run each night. For those worrying about it overheating, it does include built-in overheat protection and is perfect for those who want a gentle warmth to snuggle under.

The Teal Heated Throw Blanket has an RRP of £49.99.

Weleda – For Men – Skin Saviours Gift Set

It’s not just women who deserve a good gift set at Christmas, then men do as well, and Weleda have some lovely ones on offer, including this skin saviour gift set!

Including a Men’s 2in1 Face Wash 100ml and Men’s Multi Action Serum 30ml, which work together to offer a non-drying face wash and lightweight, oil-free serum which helps to improve the skin’s vitality and provide 24h moisture.

The Skin Saviours Gift Set comes in at £24.70 and can be bought from Big Green Smile.

Yoto

My little cousin adores Yoto. I’ve heard some great reviews via his Mum on him dancing around the kitchen to it and just enjoying listening to the stories. If you’ve not heard of Yoto before, it is a screen-free player for kids and uses cards which you plug into your player to play a range of songs and stories, while Yoto Radio is a free all-day radio station, which is fully ad-free and family-friendly.

The Yoto player itself is available both as an original player and a mini portable player. When it comes to stories and songs on cards, these are sold separately and start at £7.99 (or 1 credit if you sign up to their monthly subscription). One of the great things about Yoto is you can shop for cards via age, genres, favourites and more, giving you lots of options on what to choose!

The above selection was picked up by my cousin and his Mum and hopefully will offer him some hours of fun and learning this festive season.

Prezzee

If you are looking for a last-minute present and want to get it to the recipient straight away, then Prezee is a website to know about. Buying a Prezzee gift card allows the recipient to swap their voucher for over 100 different favourites such as Netflix, Airbnb, John Lewis, Asda, Boots, ASOS, B&M, and so many more!

They can even choose to distribute the amount across different stores. For instance, if you send £50, they exchange it so £25 can be spent at Morrisons and £25 at Ticketmaster. Vouchers can be bought for £5 all the way up to £500!

Buying a voucher (or claiming one) couldn’t be easier, as it all happens over on the Prezzee website!

So there you have the end of my first guide of this festive season – I have to admit I’m finding it really hard to pick a favourite from this line-up as they are all so good! I do hope I have given you some ideas.

Please do let me know in the comments what your favourite item is from this list and why. I’d love to know!

Competition

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