100 christmas gift ideas for the whole family

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100 Christmas Gift Ideas

Looking for some Christmas gift inspiration? Here’s 100 Christmas Gift Ideas for the whole family – fromDad to Mum to Baby to Preschoolers to Older Kids to Teens to Grandad and Grandma (oh yes and we’veeven included a few gift ideas for your child’s teacher too, for good measure!)

1. Nano Mobile Phone

This year, GSM Solutions.ie, has a newer even smaller mobile phone – the Nano Phone. The world’ssmallest phone weighs just 18 Grams and is an amazing 11mm thin. It operates the same as a normalmobile phone, allowing you to make and receive calls and texts. Priced €89.95

2. “A Present for My Dad” Book

How cute is this?! “A Present for My Dad” is a gift book that’s given from a child to an adult. It tells the storyof the journey the child makes while deciding on a present for their Dad. In the end they decide to get Dad apair of colourful socks instead. Each book is wrapped, has a gift tag, is a children’s story and comes with agorgeous pair of socks. Priced €12.95.

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3. A Hamper

How about making up a hamper with all his favourite goodies e.g. could includecheese, cold meats, chutneys, his favourite bottle of wine etc. The kids could helpyou decorate the basket, and create little labels for each item.

4. The Handmade Soap Company Shaving Kit

For a man who takes pride in his appearance, more and more men are realisingthe benefits of traditional wet shaving. The Handmade Soap Company Shaving Kitcontains the bestselling “Shaving Soap for Him”, a specially designed ceramicshaving bowl, soothing aftershave cream, and a handmade bristle brush,wonderfully embossed with The Handmade Soap Company logo. Priced: €49.95.

5. A Kindle

A Kindle or an e-reader is a great present. The Kindle Paperwhite has a high-contrast display, the next generation built-in light, a longer battery life and thelatest touchscreen technology. Available Amazon.co.uk £109.00, Amazon.com $119. Or how about thenewer generation Kindle Fire, which offer additional tablet features? Price Amazon.co.uk £199.00,Amazon.com $139.

Or if they already have a Kindle, what about a voucher for some guilt-free book buying or a new cover?Gonedigging.ie sell Personalised e-reader case holders that fit Kindle, Nook and Kindle Fire, from €31.99.

6. DVD Box Sets

They might be stereotypical presents for Dads, but DVD boxsets always make a great gift. Somerecommended titles worth considering:

The Wire: Complete HBO Season 1-5 [DVD]

The Shield: Complete Seasons 1-7 [DVD] [2011]

Breaking Bad – The Complete Series [DVD]

Mad Men – Season 1-6 [DVD]

The Sopranos – HBO Complete Season 1-6 (New Packaging) [DVD]

Band Of Brothers: Complete HBO Series (Limited Edition Commemorative 6-Disc Gift Set InTin Box) [DVD]

The Killing – Series 1-3 [DVD]

Father Ted – The Definitive Collection [1995] [DVD]

7. Personalised Apron



If the man in your life enjoys cooking, or perhaps to go with a set of cookerylessons, how about a fun present of a personalised apron ? This Personalised“Don’t Mess with the Chef” apron is fun and at €14.99, won’t break the bank!

8. Personalised “Why My Daddy is Brilliant” Book

This charming bespoke “Why my Daddy is Brilliant” book, fromnotonthehighstreet.com, beautifully illustrated with space to draw in, is a wonderfulway to show love for dads and daddies. From favourite hobbies to why they makethem smile, the book has been especially written for children to say why they lovethe ‘superhero’ in their life. It even features blank frames for them to draw their own illustrations in or sticktheir favourite photographs in! Priced: €21.16.

9. Winter Cycling Gloves

If Dad likes to cycle, then a pair of sealskinz winter cycling gloves from EvansCycles, would make the perfect present. They come with silicon finger end gripsand are water repellent. Priced: £39.99.

10. Netflix Subscription

A pressie that will last the entire year around! Netflix movies and tv programmes attheir fingertips.

Related: 20 Ideas for Christmas Presents for Dad

1. Airmid Soap Set

Airmid have a range of gift sets that would be perfect for Mum. The Lavender, Tea-tree & Lemon lotion Cube & Bath Melt set contains a luxurious handmade lotionand calming, relaxing and luxurious bath melts that can just be dropped intothe bath. Priced €18. There is a larger Lavender, Tea-tree Lemon Set, whichincludes handmade soap, solid lotion cube, luxurious bath melt, and wooden soapdish. Priced: €30.

2. Phone Fetcher




With Secret Fashion Fixes Phone Fetcher Mum will never lose her mobile phone inher hand bag again! One side clips to the hand bag and the other end clips intothe ear jack of the mobile phone, so when their phone rings all Mum need to do issimply follow the Phone Fetcher chain to locate her phone in an instant Priced:€19

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3. Theatre or Concert Tickets

There is always a concert or show on that your Mum would like to see and you can sometimes get specialoffers when you buy in advance.

4. Personalised Apron

A Personalised “Kitchen Queen” Apron from gonedigging.ie , would add a touch ofsparkle to any Mum’s kitchen life! The lightweight cotton cooking aprons areavailable in two stylish designs – one featuring the words ‘Kitchen Queen’, theother ‘Domestic Goddess’, and both come with some diamante sparkle! Priced:€19.99

5. Personalised Case for iPhone

A Pickle Pie Personalised iPhone cover (suitable for the iPhone4, 4S and theiPhone 5, 5S, 5C), from notonthehighstreet.com, makes the perfect gift. Not onlywill their phone look gorgeous, it will make them smile every time they see it. It isthe perfect way to brighten up not just your phone but your day. Priced: €33.16

6. DVD Box Set

DVD Boxsets make a great present for the busy Mums who never find the time tokeep up with their favourite television programmes. Here are recommendationsfrom the Mums on the Mykidstime Team:

Downton Abbey – Series 1-4 [DVD]

Pride And Prejudice : Complete BBC Series – 10th Anniversary Edition [1995] [DVD] [1999]

North and South Complete [DVD]

Modern Family – Season 1-4 [DVD]

The Good Wife – Seasons 1 and 2 [DVD]

7. Amber Amulet

This amulet amber necklace is ideal for a new mum as baby can safely play with it whilst feeding. This is abeautiful unique piece of genuine baltic amber in it’s natural shape. Simply polished and threaded on a blackleather thong, it’s adjustable in length. Priced: £31.90.

8. A Kindle

A Kindle or an e-reader is a great present. The Kindle Paperwhite has a high-contrast display, the next



generation built-in light, a longer battery life and the latest touchscreen technology.Available Amazon.co.uk £109.00, Amazon.com $119. Or how about the newergeneration Kindle Fire, which offer additional tablet features?Price Amazon.co.uk £199.00, Amazon.com $139.

Or if they already have a Kindle, what about a voucher for some guilt-free bookbuying or a new cover? Gonedigging.ie sell Personalised e-reader case holdersthat fit Kindle, Nook and Kindle Fire, from €31.99.

9. Personalised Family Tree Print

This beautiful framed, personalised family tree print would make a lovely additionto any home. The eldest family member’s name on bottom depicting “the roots” ofthe family with the youngest family member’s name at the highest point. Colourscan be personalised. Price: €30.00

10. Cookery Course

Obviously your mother doesn’t need to learn how to cook but maybe she’d like toknow how to do something special like a Thai or Italian. For an extra special treat,why not add on the overnight accommodation to make a shortbreak.

1. Some Funky Tights

Slugs & Snails tights are more than just tights. Their designs are especially forboys so they don’t stop at the knee, which means that they can be worn with orwithout trousers. We love this new “Loader” collection costing €12.99 and there’s avariety of other patterns available too. Available from birth to 4 years. Price:€12.99.

2. Dinosaur Softie

This Dinosaur Softie, comes in a personalised cotton bag and would make theperfect baby gift. Made from bright colourful 100% designer cotton, stuffed with ecoand vegan friendly Kapok stuffing. Price: €21 – €27.32.

3. The “I Am a Little Boat” Book & CD

The “I am a Little Boat” book and CD is a musical journey into mindful imaginativeplay for babies and toddlers,soothing lullabies and gentle play music with a beautiful accompanyingsongbook (wipe-clean!), that baby will love. An ideal accompaniment for play, sleep, singing and a longjourney. Price: €18




4. Tree / Plant that Grows with the Baby

Lots of trees and plants have meanings associated to them so when given as apresent to a new born they can be extra special. Check out their special meaningshere.

5. Superhands Baby Sign Book

Why not give the gift of signing for Baby and parents? This bright and colourfulboard book introduces parents and their little ones to the first forty signs they willneed to communicate with each other. From food and drink to fun toy and animalsigns, this book will get parents communicating with their infants before they caneven talk! Priced: €14.99.

6. Enchanted Garden Kids Wall Stickers

Create an enchanted fairy garden with these 30 Enchanted Garden pretty peel andstick room decorations, from Kids Wall Stickers. Baby will love seeing thebutterflies, bugs and bees flutter among flower-themed fairies, and the toadstoolsand the toadstool fairy home, nestle beside dainty long-stemmed flowers. Perfectfor nursery. Price: €34.99

7. Baby Knee Pads

Kalle Kryp Baby Knee Pads is a new, unique and simple help for crawlingbabies. The functional, printed, anti-slip dots on the pad makes the child get a holdon slippery floors. The pads also protects clothes from wear and tear and smallknees protects from splinters and hard surfaces. The pads are available in happycolors that suits both boys and girls. Priced €8.50 – 10.00.

8. Baby Socks – Skater Johnny

What baby needs shoes? Especially with adorable Skater Johnny Baby Socks likethese – they look just like a pair of mini Vans! On top of complete adorable-ness,they’re also practical, keeping little one’s feet nice and warm, plus a rare thing inbaby sock they fit really, really well and manage to stay on! They come in lovelyboxes as a set of 6. Priced: €28.42

9. Dr. Seuss’s Beginner Book Collection

Why not give the gift of reading? A perfect gift for babies, this collection of fivebeloved Beginner Books by Dr. Seuss is a perfect gift for babies and will begin themon the adventure of a lifetime! This collection includes The Cat in the Hat, One FishTwo Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, Green Eggs and Ham, Hop on Pop and Fox in Socks,and is available with free delivery worldwide from Book Depository. Price: €32.89.

10. “All About You” Personalised Baby Print

The “All About You” personalised baby print collection is a beautiful and personal giftfor a new parent, showcasing all the important details about baby. You just supply the details and LottieCoco will take care of the rest. Available in a range of colours and themes including Butterfly, Flower, Owland Rocket. Priced €20.



1. “Adam Saves Christmas” Book

The “Adam Saves Christmas” Book from the Adam’s Cloud range by Benji Bennettwould make a lovely present for toddlers and young children. When Adam Visitsthe North Pole to deliver his letter to Santa Claus he learns of the terrible news thatthere is not enough Christmas magic for Rudolph to fly the sleigh and deliver thetoys. Can Adam find enough magic in time to save Christmas Day? Priced: €9.99.

2. Personalised Height Chart

Kids love the wonder of space and are fascinated with anything that flies, so this Rocket SpaceshipPersonalised height chart with rockets, spaceship and flying alien monsters is perfect for enquiring minds.This personalised height chart is truly unique as the personal details entered are intertwined throughout the




design. Price: €44

3. Teepee for Kids

What kid wouldn’t want this beautiful Teepee in their home? Let their imaginationsrun wild, with this fabulous toy, that works both indoors or out, and is very east toset up. The canvas that comes with a multi coloured native american inspiredprint. Price: €140.41.

4. A Lottie Doll

What’s not to love about the Lottie dolls, which have been specifically developedfor girls aged 3-9 yrs. Lottie has a ‘childlike’ body – she doesn’t wear makeup,jewellery or high heels and she can stand on her own two feet (always a usefullife skill for all girls, big and small). Choose from the lovely range which includes avariety of dolls and accessories. – Snow Queen Lottie would make a perfectChristmas gift. Priced: €19.99.

Related : Hot Toys Christmas 2014

5. Babog Bear

Babog Bear is a super soft and cuddly bear that teaches Irish to babies, toddlersand children – he says 33 words “as Gaeilge”. Just press the buttons on the teddybear’s ears, paws, feet and tummy to hear the words for numbers, colours andshapes. Available from birthdaygifts4children.ie and priced €32.99.

Also, there’s free gift wrapping, gift card and delivery by Courier, for €6.45throughout Ireland on any gift(s) at www.birthdaygifts4children.ie

6. Santa Door

We love this Official North Pole Approved ‘Santa Door’! No Chimney noProblem…… With a sprinkling of magic shrinking dust and a turn of the enchantedlittle key, Santa will pop through this door and deliver all your presents onChristmas eve. In the countdown to Christmas an elf might pop through theteeneie tiny door and into your house, reporting back to Santa if you’ve beennaughty or nice! Price: €19.99.

6. Pull Along Red Wagon

The All Terrain Pull Along Red Wagon is great for hauling a huge range of itemsfrom toys at home, to helping with the garden, to trips to the park and beach. Thepull along red wagon, is made with all-steel hardware, and rounded edges forsafety, and will last a lifetime. Price: €85.

7. STRIDER ST4 Bike

If the toddler can walk, a STRIDER ST4 Pre-Bike will get them cruising over dirt,grass, and pavement with ease. Designed to be steady, stable, and safe, and easyto handle, this No-Pedal Balance bike is perfect for children from 18 months to 5years old. The ST-4 teaches children balance, coordination and developing glittering confidence. Priced:



€105.99.

8. Personalised Alphabet Poster

This beautifully illustrated personalised Alphabet Poster helps teach children tospell their name, and learn the alphabet. Choose from a choice of Pink, Blue orYellow colours, and either A2 or A1 poster size. Price: €9.99 – 16.99.

10. Personalised Book

A personalised storybook is a lovely present. We loved this “Letter to Santa”book, which can be personalised to feature the child’s name on every page.Available in hardback/softback, it’s sure to bring the spirit of Christmas to any child.Priced: €13.99

Related : Top Tablets 2014

1. Personalised Toy Storage Bag




Buddybags are a play mat and storage bag in one, ideal for the quick tidy up oftoys around the house. They can be hung up, meaning much less storage spacethan conventional storage systems, and the shoulder strap also means they canbe brought along on trips. Buddybags can be personalised, making for a brilliant,yet practical gift. Price start from €24.99.

2. Pop Arty Jewellery Making Kit

Jewellery making is fun for all and a great way to introduce engineering to girls.This amazing Pop Arty Jewellery Making Kit of snap-together jewellery, will leaveyou jaw-dropped by its ingenuity. Kids will love discovering ways of snappingtogether the bits to design necklaces, bracelets and rings. Guaranteed fun to makeand wear. Price: €25.96

3. Lego Soaps

These pack of 5 Lego Soaps are perfect for the little (or big!) Lego fan in yourhouse. Funky Lego Soap will encourage hand-washing by making it more fun forkids. Ideal as Christmas presents to friends from children, or stocking fillers. Price:€10 for pack of 5 soaps.

4. Personalised Funky Crayons

These personalised set of 15 Funky Crayons would make a fabulous gift idea!Get a set of funky crayons that spell out the child’s name and the remaining piecesin a funky theme of your choice, with oodles of themes to choose from! Price: €12.

5. Magic Set

The Melissa & Doug Discovery Magic Set would make a delightful present for anywannabe magicians! This fantastic set includes four wooden easy-to-master, tricksfor beginners! These easy-to-learn tricks are the same ones used by professionalmagicians: disappearing objects; multiplying coins; magic boxes; prediction tricks;a secret change bag and more. Suited for 6+ years. Available Amazon.co.uk :£13.27; Amazon.com $19.61

6. 3D Collage

For kids who like crafts, this 3D vitrine collage comes with everything you need toproduce the beautiful image on the box. Markers, glue and an instruction booklet.First you colour in the illustrations and you cut them out and glue them within thebox to create the loveliest piece of artwork. Recommended for 7+yrs. Price:€16.52

7. Make your own clock kit

Make your own Clock Kit from The Happy Puzzle Company is a clock-making kitwith a difference! Both sides of the wind-up clock are transparent, meaning thatthe workings of the clock are completely visible. They will be able to see how theswinging pendulum causes the different cogs and springs to rotate, move, turn the hands of the clock andmake the bell chime too – all in only 13 steps! Priced:£14.99.



8. Roald Dahl’s Scrumdidlyumptious Story Collection

Six Roald Dahl favourites come together in this very special box set: “Charlie andthe Chocolate Factory”, “Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator”, “Danny theChampion of the World”, “George’s Marvellous Medicine”, “The BFG” and “TheTwits”. Complete with fun and fascinating extra material offering a sneak peek intothe wonderful world of Dahl, this is a collection to treasure forever. Available withfree worldwide delivery from Book Depository. Price: €27.03.

9. Dobble

Dobble is a fun simple pattern recognition game in which players try to find animage shown on two cards. Each card in Dobble features eight different symbols,with the symbols varying in size from one card to the next. Reveal one card, thenanother, and whomever spots the symbol in common on both cards wins the firstcard, and so on. Its a fun fast-paced game that kids will love. 6+yrs. Priced:£15.50.

10. Wall Stickers

Let the kids transform their bedroom or playroom with a cool set of removable wallstickers. Choose from an extensive range of removable stickers and wall murals,from magical fairies to dinosaurs and pirates, and lots more too. Stickers are easilyremoved and repositioned, and applied to any smooth surface. Prices start €15.

Related : Christmas Toy Ideas by Age for Girls & Boys & Hot Toys Christmas 2014

1. My Monopoly

Monopoly’s newest edition, My Monopoly, is a version of the traditional game that we have all come to knowand love, but with the added bonus of being able to personalise your game. This version includes blank tilesand stickers so you can make it your own.The free My Monopoly App lets you print out stickers, to




personalise your tokens, properties, and even Chance and Community Chestcards! Priced: €28.99

2. Dixit

Dixit is a multi-award winning game, where the main player is your imagination.This game tests your logic, ability to bluff and your powers of deduction, whilekeeping the rules to a minimum. In each round a player becomes the storyteller,calling out a phrase or word that describes one of their cards, and the otherplayers then choose one of their cards that best matches what the storyteller callsout. Dixit is brilliant, simple, great fun, and can adapt to any age or language.Suited for 8+ yrs. Price: €29.50

Related : 10 New Family Board Games

3. Marvel Comics Kids Lampshade

This Marvel Comics Kids Lampshade is perfect for all superheroes, and willappeal to all fans of Marvel(big and small!). They are 100% cotton and come inthree different sizes. Priced: €30 – 50.

4. Build Your Own Tiny Town

Designed and painted by Anke Eckardt in her West Cork Studio, these Build YourOwn Tiny Town kits make unusual, creative and unique gifts. Each assembledminiature street captures that colourful, unique personality of your favourite Irishtown. The Dublin Set comes with 5 model buildings to cut out and be assembledPrice:£14.95.

5. Magic Set

The Melissa & Doug Deluxe Magic Set would make a delightful present for anywannabe magicians! This fantastic set includes ten professional caliber, yet easy-to-master, tricks for beginners! The 10 illusions and magic tricks in this set areclassics—any child who has seen a magician perform will likely recognise at leastone or two, and be thrilled by the chance to master them at home. Suited for 8+years. Available Amazon.co.uk £19.99; Amazon.com $25.80.

6. Five in 1 Board Games Set

This 5 in 1 Classic Board Game Set includes draughts (checkers), ludo,backgammon and snakes and ladders. Each of it’s four sides has a differentboards and all the pieces fit comfortably inside the wooden box. A real must havefor any home. Price: €46.02.

7. BoxSet of Enid Blyton Books

End Blyton continues to be a favourite amongst kids, so why not give the gift of aMalory Towers Boxset, which contains 6 of the series. Price: €29.82. Perhapsthey prefer mystery books? If so, this Famous Five Collection priced €10.78 containing the first 3 books would be a great start for their collection. Both available from Book Depositorywhich offers free delivery worldwide.



8. Personalised Football Money Box

This Personalised Football Money Box is perfect for any budding football fans orplayers. Add child’s name, date of birth, and their team, and colours. Price: €25.99.

9. ‘Dreams’ Wall Art Print

The ‘Dreams’ Wall Art Prints for Boys and Girls reminds them of fun things theyshould experience – almost like a bucket list! In lovely bright colours, sized 8″ x10″ it would make a perfect addition to a child’s bedroom or den. Price: €16.

10. Lego

You can never go far wrong with Lego as gift. Year after year, boys and girlseverywhere love making and playing with Lego. New this year is Lego City ArcticBase Camp, Lego Ultra Agents, new Chima sets, and of course, there are lots ofnew sets from Star Wars, and Lego Friends.

Related: Christmas Toy Ideas by Age for Girls & Boys.

1. Handmade Soap Co. Mini Travel Kit

The Handmade Soap Company’s Mini Travel Kit are perfect for any type of travel, and will appeal toteenagers who seem to be constantly on the move! The kit contains 50 ml bottles of shampoo, conditioner,bath & shower gel, body lotion and even a mini soap. Price: €14.95




2. Hottest Tickets in Town

Tickets to an event are always a safe bet. Teenagers will always have a favouritegroup or artist that they would love to see in concert, or if they are sportsenthusiasts, tickets to a game will appeal.

3. Scratch Off World Map

The Scratch Off World Map, from notonthehighstreet.com, is an uber massive wallmap of the world, featuring a gold foil top layer.The result is a totally unique andpersonalised world map, as you scatch off the places you have visited! TheScratch Map also includes facts about certain countries and cities. Price: €23.81

4. Music

What teenager doesn’t like music? Check out the charts and get some of the topalbums. Unsure of who they are ‘in’ to? Take the easier option and get an iTunesvoucher!

5. Phone Cover

Most teenagers will appreciate a new phone cover. GSMSolutions have a goodrange of reasonably priced covers for iPhone 4/4S, iPhone 5, and Samsung. Weliked the Breaking Bad iPhone cover, which could be a good hit with a teenagerwho has followed the series. Price: €8.95

6. Where in the World Wall Art Print

This Where in the World Wall Art print will appeal to teens with a travel lust, andperhaps inspire them on places to visit! The design shows landmarks from aroundthe world, and would bring colour to a teenager’s bedroom. The VW Combi Printwould also make a pretty cool present. Price: €16

7. Customisable Duvet Cover

We’re loving this Doodle Duvet cover from notonthehighstreet.com. Doodle duvetcover is printed to look like a giant piece of file paper, and comes complete with itsown pack of 10 wash-out doodle colour pens so that your teenager can make itindividual, endlessly! Wash the duvet cover for a totally fresh start all over again!Price: €56.52

8. Phone Credit

Cliched we know, but what cash-strapped teenager(and their parents!) wouldn’tappreciate some mobile phone credit. All you need to know is their mobileprovider.

9. Speakers

The Jam Wireless Portable Speaker, is a powerful speaker delivering 360-degreeof clear sound. It connects wirelessly, up to 10metres away, and works with all Bluetooth-enableddevices: smart phones, tablets or 3.5 mm audio output. Smart and compact design, it comes in a variety of



colours. Price £17 from Amazon.co.uk in Red or Blue; Amazon.com From $24.95in Blue, Black or Grey.

10. Driving Lessons

For older teenagers driving lessons will always be needed and very useful tookeeping people safer on the roads. Most driving schools will let you buy a set oflessons. Or what about arranging for another trusted relative to take your teen outfor some driving practice, thus saving Mum and Dad’s sanity!

1. A “Present for my Grandpa” Book

“A Present for My Grandpa” is a gift book that’s given from a child to an adult. Ittells the story of the journey the child makes while deciding on a present for theirGrandpa. In the end they decide to get Grandpa a pair of colourful socks instead.Each book is wrapped, has a gift tag, is a children’s story and comes with agorgeous pair of socks. Price: €12.95

2. Wine Hamper

This type of present is always appreciated, especially by wine connoisseurs, andthere are lots of websites and different wines and prices to choose from.

3. Personalised Seed Crate

Perfect for green-fingered friends relatives. These Personalised Seed Cratesinclude three packs of seeds, three markers, three flower pots, some compost forthe flower pots and the growing instructions. There’s a choice of seed packagesavailable, and the crate itself can be personalised. Price: €41.99

4. Golf Lessons or new Golf Equipment

For the golfer in the family the golf gift list is never ending including novelty golf balls, golf bag, lessons,clubs, practice gadgets etc.

5. Wireless Internet Radio

Featuring both wireless internet and FM receiver, wireless internet radios receive broadcasts from bothtraditional and web radio, giving you great sound and thousands of stations to choose from. We liked thisPure One Flow Portable Music Streaming System with DAB Digital/FM/Internet Radio, which as well asbeing an internet radio, allows you to stream music, and has a connection for iPod/MP3. AvailableAmazon.co.uk £90.94; Amazon.com $139.99.




6. Audible Subscription

Audio books are a great way to enjoy books, for those times when you prefer tojust listen to the story rather than read. Give Grandad an Audible subscription,which will allow him to download for over 150,000 titles, in every genre imaginable.First 3 months is free, and monthly subscription thereafter starts at £7.99 forAudible.co.uk and $14.95 for Audible.com.

7. Personalised Silver Bookmark

If your buying for an avid reader, this beautifully personalised handmade SilverBookmark from notonthehighstreet.com, has been specially designed to befunctional yet lightweight enough to keep your place in a book without markingpages. Maximum characters 35. Price: €51.74

8. Home Brew Kit

Is Grandad or Uncle a bit of a beer connoisseur? This Coppers Microbrew Starter Kit has everything needed(except a can-opener) to brew beer. It comes in a box that fits easily into the kitchen cupboard, with adetailed instructional booklet and accompanying video, ensuring that even the most novice brewer can beconfident of getting it right, first time. Price: €89.95

9. Grandad’s Favourite Things Print

This personalised Grandad’s Favourite Things print is a brilliant way of summingup Grandad, and is a lovely way of showing someone how truly unique they are.You just provide a list of Grandad’s favourite things. Price: €32.21

10. DVD Selection of Old Movies

Why not put together a mini collection of old classic movies or pick an actor fromthe past and get the collection for them? e.g. Cary Grant or Jimmy Stewart. Or youcould go for a selection of great Westerns. Here are 50 Best Classic Films andThe Greatest 100 Movies of All Time lists to help you choose.

1. Handmade Soap Co. Hand Cream

This Hand Cream by Handmade Soap Company is for all skin types, and has won numerous awards,including “Best Handcream” in the Irish Tatler Beauty Awards. A light fluffy cream, suitable for use any time ofday, ideal for reviving any hands, young or old. Price: €11.95

2. Li’l DaVinci Art Cabinet




The Li’l DaVinci Art Cabinet offers an easy and stylish way to display and storechildren’s art, and is perfect for the Grandma who wants to keep all thegrandchildren happy! The A4 frame holds up to 50 sheets and has a latched andhinged glass front door to give easy access to quickly turn the child’s art into amasterpiece. You can rotate the pictures easily in the frame, and is a convenientway to store artwork. Price: €28.95.

Also, there’s free gift wrapping, gift card and delivery by Courier, for €6.45throughout Ireland on any gift(s) at www.birthdaygifts4children.ie

3. Personalised Glasses Case

A unique and quirky personalised case to keep their glasses safe! We love thesepersonalised glasses cases from notonthehighstreet.com, which feature a boldspectacle design and are personalised using a freehand machine embroiderytechnique. Price: €23.88.

4. Fleece Hat

This funky fleeced hat comes in a variety of colours and Grandma will appreciatethat it can be made to match any jacket or jumper. Price: €11.

5. Cookery Course with Celebrity Chef

Most ladies (young and old!) would appreciate a cookery class. We all knowGrandmas can cook, but they will enjoy learning some new recipes, and for anextra special treat, you could even add on overnight accommodation.

6. Digital Photo Frame

A Digital Photo Frame is a lovely way to save and see photos without needing toget them printed. Rather than having one in a frame you will have several rotating.It’s a perfect present for those with lots of photos saved up, or for grandparents tosee changing photos of their family. The 8″ NIX Frame has high resolution,backlighting and an On/Off Motion sensor. Available Amazon.co.uk £49.99;Amazon.com $54.99.

7. Audible Subscription

Audio books are a great way to enjoy books, for those times when you prefer tojust listen to the story rather than read. Give Grandad an Audible subscription,which will allow him to download for over 150,000 titles, in every genre imaginable.First 3 months is free, and monthly subscription thereafter starts at £7.99 forAudible.co.uk and $14.95 for Audible.com.

8. Personalised Photo Calendar



The “All Year Round” gift !! Create your own custom personalised calendar, usingyour favourite photos, perhaps ones of the grandchildren, or familyshots. Pixmania Ireland have a good range of sizes and types available. A4 wallcalendar starts at €15.95.

9. Personalised Tea Cosy

The ultimate gift for tea lovers, this Personalised Tea Cosy will look stylish in anykitchen and will keep teapots warm at the table! You can personalise it with anyname – it’s a modern and attractive take on the trusty tea cosy. Price: €31.99.

10. Theatre Tickets (& dinner!)

What about the gift of dinner & a show? Your local Theatre always has a variedprogramme of events throughout the year, from comedy, to drama, music andmuch more. Failing that, you could always get tickets for one of the bigger shows that take place in the city.

1. Salubria The Health Game

Teachers love a new game for their classroom, and Salubria™The Health Game isperfect for team based games in the classroom. A competitive, stimulating andeducational game where fascinating facts come to life, this game educateschildren about the importance of healthy living and reminds adults to build on goodhabits and ditch the bad ones. For ages 10+ yrs. Price: €24.99.

2. Some home baking

Give a really sweet last day’s coffee break by helping your child bake somescrumptious cup cakes. For that extra special touch how about adding theteacher’s name and a thank you, it won’t cost much but it will go down a treat! We have lots of great recipeideas.

3. Espresso Candle

This Espresso Candle, handmade from soy wax, comes in an espresso cup on asaucer, and would make a lovely present for teacher. Coffee scented anddecorated with coffee beans to give the impression of real coffee. Price: €8

4. Home-made gifts.

Most teachers are delighted to receive a home made card or drawing orsomething they have made themselves. Encourage your child to take their time tomake it as special as they can and to write a thank you message to their teacher.




5. Offer Your Time

Why not offer to come in and share your expertise or talent with the class for the next school term? Teachersare always appreciative when parents can use their skills to help educate their pupils. You don’t have to bean artist or a computer whizz. Offer to come in and sit with kids during their reading hour or help with mathsor start a chess club. (NB You do need to be garda-vetted so making this offer now will allow some time toarrange that and for the teacher to think through the schedule for the new term).

6. A plant

Unlike a bunch of flowers which will only last a few days at the most, winterflowering plants are nice gifts that the teacher can continue to enjoy after school isout and maybe even plant out in their garden.

7. Something book-ish

A well chosen selection of books for the class library will be much appreciated fornext term. You don’t have to spend very much: a bundle of second-hand books tied up with a big bow is athoughtful gift. Or what about a book token for them to enjoy some non-classroom reading over theChristmas holidays?

9. Club together for a gift

It’s tricky to be able to find reasonable presents at a reasonable cost. So why not club together with a fewother parents. With everyone putting a few euros in, you’ll have enough to buy a larger gift together.“A few of us are putting in a fiver each and getting a voucher for the local shopping centre. She can choosewhat she wants to buy”

9. “Best Teacher” Personalised Notebook

Teachers have to keep a lot of notes, so why not show your appreciation at theend of the term in the form of this blackboard-style Personalised Notebook. Thisteacher notebook can be personalised with any name in white chalk effect on thefront cover and a message to the inside message page. Price: From €10.99

10. Charity Gifts

At Christmas time, charity gifts can be popular, for example Oxfam / Trocaire / Unicef / World Vision Irelandgifts.“The money I would have spent on a present for the teacher I used to buy gifts for the 2FM toy appeal”

Have you any more ideas for presents ? Please let us know in the comments below.

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