There is nothing better than watching the little-ones rip open their stockings with glee on Christmas morning, Here’s our pick of the pressies that will help Santa score major points this year…
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A Magical Tale
This beautifully illustrated debut book from Sophie Dahl follows the adventures of Mabel who lives in The Mermaid Hotel with her parents, where one particularly extraordinary guest comes to stay… A magical story, perfect for children age five and above.
BUY HERE >> Madame Badobedah by Sophie Dahl, Illustrated by Lauren O’Hara, £5.49, Amazon
Lift Off!
Ten little fingers need to stay cosy in space themed splendour – yes, we’re pretty sure there are dinosaurs in space too…
Yummy smelling bubble bath is always a good idea especially if it’s made from organic and naturally derived ingredients and features your favourite Julia Donaldson character.
BUY HERE >> Good Bubble Julia Donaldson Bubble Baths £3.99 per 400ml Good Bubble
Frozen Food
Indulge their Frozen obsession when they’re on the go, with this cute and useful snack tub.
A lovely craft project for to keep them busy when the Quality Street and Netflix has run dry.
BUY HERE >> Paint Your Own Dinosaur Money Box, £3.50, Matalan
Llama Drama
Forget bananas in pyjamas! Llamas are where it’s at. This fun travel board game is the perfect size for stockings, pillow cases or sacks!
BUY HERE >> Llamas in Pyjamas Mini Game, £5, Orchard Toys
Dot On
Aimed at children aged 4+, DOT in the City is a beautifully illustrated book filled with fun games, guaranteed to encourage creativity. Perfect for early morning scribbling.
BUY HERE >> Dot in the City Activity Book, £5, anorakmagazine
Sock it to them!
You can never have too many socks and Santa likes all good little boys and girls to have cosy toes. We love these roaring dragon socks,
They promise it on the box and we think they’re right. Instead of getting them more toys this Christmas get them something to help fire those imaginations. The Toucan Box is a subscription craft box, created with education experts to help their development and to help parents spend creative, quality time with children. It comes in three size variations and is really ridiculously good value. You could even send one to Grandma’s house, for when you visit.
BUY HERE>> The Toucan Box, fortnightly or monthly subscriptions, from £3.95, Toucan Box
A Great Value Motor
These wooden cars that come in a myriad of colours are as gorgeous to look at as they’re fun to play with. A great idea for anyone trying to get away from plastic tat this Christmas too.
BUY HERE>> Candylab Car Pink Sedan £11, Bobby Rabbit
The Perfect Pal
Who wouldn’t want to wake up to this adorable doll in their stocking? We love these gender neutral, ethically made Olli Ella Dinkum Dolls which come with a nappy and a cute outfit as well as the option to buy more clothes separately.
If you or your children haven’t been introduced to Maileg yet we suggest you look away now as one purchase from this magical world of mini cotton rabbits and their accessories is always the beginning of a lifetime love affair. We are extremely smitten with this tiny kitchen set, which means the rabbits can expect a lovely carrot fricassee for Christmas Day…
BUY HERE>> Maileg Mini Kitchen Set, £25.75, Yoyo & Flo
Hair Sparkles
Twinkling hair slides make an ideal stocking filler, providing the perfect finish for Christmas Day’s all-important ensemble.
