I'm not ashamed to say I have already bought my first Christmas present. Two, actually. You may scoff but there's something to be said for getting ahead of the game, spreading the cost over a few months and being able to wrap way before Christmas Eve when you could be relaxing or partying.
I don't have young children any more but sometimes I think buying for kids is easier than finding something for your older offspring. However they don't get up at dawn so that's a bonus.
If you have younger people to buy for, here are some gift ideas so you can get ahead of the game before the festive music even starts in the shops.
Looking for fun collectibles?
Check out the Creamy Deco Baby range- customisable collectible dolls from Canal Toys which can be decorated and personalised. Make the gift extra special by adding a Creamy Deco Baby Activity Case which contains a special edition Creamy Deco Baby along with frames, keychains, hairclips and loads of other accessories. The handy carry case keeps all tools, accessories, charms and decorations safe and organised.
Maybe your gift recipient is a wannabe pop star? Take a look at the Music Creator Karaoke Projector, a wireless karaoke projector for singing and big screen entertainment. The set includes two wireless microphones for solos or duets and you can even add fun microphone voice effects. There's an adjustable LED light and the 40W projector is rechargeable and very portable. Purchase includes a 2 month KaraFun trial with a wide range of songs.
Arty gifts always go down well with children and the Art Lab Paint Colour Maker Kit contains everything needed to make 10 posters and more with an easy to use mixing system to create unique colour shades. Artists can paint by numbers or freestyle, mix colours mess free with no leaking or drying out paints and frame their work with the frame included.
I remember the days when my daughter's friend was obsessed with making slime. Her mum constantly complained about the mess. If you have slime-mad youngsters who love the creativity and sensory fun offered by making and playing with slime you should think about getting the So Slime DIY Fairy Slime Potion Maker Set or the So Slime Experience Lab Set.
If your intended gift recipient is growing up and leaving dolls and slime behind I have a great suggestion. The Photo Creator Beauty Cam Digital Camera suitable from 7 years up lets the wannabe creator capture selfies, photos and videos using a pocket mirror design with dual lens camera, built in beauty filters and fun photo frames.
If you are concerned about safety you can use the camera as it comes with built in memory and a touchscreen so pictures can be viewed but can't be transferred. The camera has support for microSD cards up to 64GB for extra storage and to enable content between devices. (not included)
So there you have it -a few fab ideas for gifts for children without having to trawl round the shops. You are welcome!
Disclaimer: I received the above products free for the purpose of creating this giftguide.