Christmas Gift Ideas
- Written by
- Deepika Sulekh
Christmas is just around the corner, and with shopping for presents already hard enough, trying to find something for the hard-to-buy-for is even more stressful.
So we thought we’d make life easy with some much needed last minute gift inspiration, solving all your Christmas present woes.
Handcrafted & ‘Outside the Box’
Handcrafted gifts are always a win-win because they’re easy on the wallet and look really thoughtful. If you’re not the creative type, think outside the square and buy the unexpected to really show you’ve put thought into your gift.
The Linen Room is your one-stop-shop at this time of the year! Full of gorgeous festive decorations to trim your tree, decorate your home and a great range of Christmas gift ideas to suit all budgets & everyone on your list.
– Helen McLaren, The Linen Room
If you are looking to give something a bit different this year make sure you call into Spacecraft in the Suncourt Plaza – curators of cool stuff from NZ and around the globe. You’ll find plenty of items to have a giggle over, and many handcrafted and eco products.
– Jo Allen, Spacecraft
Indulge & Pamper
Know someone who’s always busy and doesn’t get time to relax? Give them a break from their busy routine with the gift of relaxation.
Purchase gift vouchers for pampering your loved ones, show them your appreciation and give them the opportunity to relax.
– Lucy Corleison, Beauty 2000
Experiences
Give the gift of memories that last a lifetime. Classes, excursions, lessons, adventures, tickets… there’s so many ways you can leave a mark with a gift that won’t be forgotten. Plus, it’s great for a person who doesn’t need more stuff.
At TTS we have the best gift of all – freefall! Our gift vouchers make great presents. Perfect for that friend or family member that has been thinking about taking the leap for a long time but hasn’t had the courage.
– Daisy Hylton, Taupo Tandem Skydiving
Hobbies
Giving gifts becomes easier when you know someone has a specific hobby or will be interested in something new.
Chef’s Complements’ kitchen store is stocked with Christmas baking tools and utensils and Christmas cookware from preparation through to presentation, making a great prezzie for foodies, hobby cooks or professional chefs.
– Vicki Scrivener, Chefs Complements
Gift Baskets & Vouchers
There’s a special joy in receiving gift baskets, and you can go in so many directions with them – customised, pre-made, themed and more.
And if you’re really stuck, let someone else choose the gift with a gift voucher.
Liquorland will always have something for those hard to buy for like gift wrapped bottles, gift baskets and gift vouchers.
– Sharon Wiggins, Liquorland Taupo