Enjoy Presenting the Work At Home Mums Christmas Gift Guide! We’ve found the beautiful, the practical and sometimes just the downright silly to help plan your Christmas gifts for anyone. Now happily updated for 2021.
Christmas is coming up fast! Now, if you’re not one of those people that has all their shopping done by August (me) and you’re trying to be a little bit more organised then last year’s shopping on the 24th of December (may also be me) then we are here to help!
Enter WAHM’s Christmas Gift Guide, the perfect companion for Christmas gift ideas. Now, given a lot of people in Australia can’t currently browse through shops and postage this year is a nightmare, we’re getting a head start on our guide and publishing in October.
We’ve scoured the internet to find interesting gift ideas, and most of them are by Work At Home Mums so you’ll be supporting small businesses at the same time. All without getting off the couch (or even out of your pajamas). So grab a glass of wine and lets go shopping.
Keep in mind that although we’ve divided it up into sections, a lot of the products and websites are full of things for everyone. Enjoy. 😉
Santa Gift Tags
Bring some special joy to Santa presents with these gift tags and stickers.
https://www.workathomemums.com.au/vjod
Magical Santa Key
https://www.bespokemoments.com.au/magical-santa-key-for-no-chimney-homes/
Christmas Cookies
http://bit.ly/2hr6Tx9
The Christmas Bottle Sweater
Giving wine as a gift? Jazz it up with a sweater or scarf set.
https://amzn.to/3owppBO
Christmas Pudding
http://bit.ly/2jvMI1S
Personalised Reindeer
These plush reindeer teddys can be personalised with a Merry Christmas message. Super cute.
https://personalisedteddybears.com.au/
Frosted Cranberry Candle
Make your house smell like Christmas too with a frosted cranberry candle from Coastal Glow Candles. Yum!
https://www.coastalglowcandles.com.au/products/frosted-cranberry
Advent Calendars
Steer clear of chocolate with these fabulous advent calendars. With a variety to choose from including keepsake boxes, hair accessories, pop vinyls, candles, coffee and even gin and whiskey. There’s also dog treats for your favourite pet.
https://www.littleadventboxes.com.au/product-category/advent-calendars/
Elf on the Shelf Ideas Kit
Want to do Elf on the Shelf but the thought of coming up with ideas put you into a cold sweat? This complete kit comes with 24 days of elf fun! You can get it with or without the elf.
https://quarantinecare.com.au/product/24-day-complete-elf-on-the-shelf-kit/
Bamboo Character Plate
Make dinnertime fun with this range of 100% bamboo plates. I think Waldo the Wombat is my fav.
http://bit.ly/xmasplate
Creative Gift Sets
Get away from traditional toys and get kids being creative and active with a variety of gift sets from The Create Kids Squad. They have everything from rock paining to wall hangings to a flower press kit. My personal favourite is the Nature Hunt Eco Bag.
https://www.creativekidssquad.com.au/shop-gifts
Petticoat Tutu
http://bit.ly/xmastutu
Play Mat & Storage Bag
This great play mat also doubles as a storage bag to clean up the mess afterwards. Great for cars and Lego and handmade in Australia.
https://www.workathomemums.com.au/toy-bag
Wobbly Jim Book
The first childrens book from the always fabulous Kate Toon, Wobby Jim is the story of a pirate with a wooden leg and a taste for dolphin wee.
A story of triumph over adversity, friendship (with a parrot called Sue), loyalty and adventure.
https://www.katetoon.com/writing/books/wobbly-jim-parrot-named-sue/
Kids Digital Camera
Encourage your budding photographer with this digital camera. Small and lightweight it’s perfect for little hands.
https://amzn.to/2G2uuk7
Potato Clock
Encouraging your budding scientist with this potato clock. Comes with everything you need to learn about electricity and chemical reactions except the potatoes.
https://amzn.to/3jv2Cm7
Connetix Tiles
Sticks and Stones Education carry a range of toys designed for fun and education. Wooden toys, fairy toys, animal toys, landscapes and felt toys including connetix tiles to let your imagination run wild.
https://www.sticksandstoneseducation.com.au/collections/connetix-tiles
Melody Mix Musical Set
Have a budding musician in the house? Music can teach kids so much and is fantastic for learning skills. This set comes with 10 instrumental toys to explore the world of sound. Clever Stuff also have loads of other educational toys.
https://cleverstuff.com.au/collections/wooden-musical-toys/products/melody-mix-pastel-coloured
Swimwear
Christmas in Australia means Summer. Kit out the kids in some new sunsafe swimwear. Tic Tas Togs has a great range of swimmers (or togs or bathers) designed for maximum sun rotection for kids 0 – 14.
https://tictastogs.com.au/
Positive Thinking Cards
With the overwhelming last few years we’ve had, give some positive affirmation cards. Head and Heart Mindfulness also have mindful breathing cards, positive intention cards in their card decks.
https://www.headandheartmindfulness.com.au/
Gumnut Fairy Costume
Ok, I’m a little bit in love with this gumnut fairy dress. Featuring fabric leaves and flowers it is just devine. The Enchanted Trove also have lots of other magical and enchanted gifts as well.
https://www.theenchantedtrove.com.au/products/flowering-gumnut-fairy-dress
Charging Station
Get them organised with a charging station. They’ll love having everything in the one spot, and you’ll love less cords and mess around.
https://amzn.to/2HD5Gjl
Personalised Name Cushion
When you tween is redecorating from the kids stage, get them a stylish personalised cushion. Comes in heaps of styles and colours.
http://bit.ly/2zwCjsF
Pouch Bag
Why not an amazing artwork pouch that fits all their stuff and is made from cruelty free products.
iCrib Tablet Holder
These iCribs hold iPads, tablets, phones and e-readers. They are designed to sit anywhere and ease pain from always holding the device as well as neck pain from looking down. They come in a large variety of colours and patterns.
https://www.lifeliveitup.com.au/product-category/icribs/
Spa Gift Set
Trying to get some relaxation into your teen? This Salus Rituals of Spa Set has a body wash, body oil, facial mist and exfoliating salts in a reusable wash bag. Natural Supply Co also has many other gift sets that make great gifts.
https://naturalsupplyco.com/collections/christmas/products/salus-rituals-of-spa-set
Sweary Eye Pillow
Throw some humour at them with this eye pillow. They can be heated or chilled and are perfect for stress relief or heaches, or if you just want to be left alone.
https://rondelledesigns.com/collections/eye-pillows/products/sweary-eye-pillow-i
Timber Bath Caddy
Who could say no to a relaxing bath with a glass of wine and your favourite tv show or book on your iPad. Give the gift of relaxation wtih this adjustable timber bath caddy.
https://amzn.to/2TuAIfK
Organic Syrup Gift Pack
https://www.sodapressco.com/collections/flavours
Custom Made Photo
https://www.bespokemoments.com.au/family-photo-letters-print-any-word/
Tesalate Towels
If you have someone who loves the beach, these towels are a match. They love water, reject sand and dry quick, making them a perfect for beach bags.
https://au.tesalate.com/
Coffee Gift Set
Know a coffee lover? Give them the gift of a great coffee break with this Coffee Lover Hamper.
https://www.workathomemums.com.au/coffeehamper
Garden Tool Set
For the green thumb in your life get this gardening tools set complete with storage apron.
https://amzn.to/3kz9ct9
Inspirational Card Pack
If you know someone who needs a pick me up, how about a Happy Human Inpiration Card Pack. Mood Traders also has other inspirational packs too.
https://moodtraders.com/collections/frontpage/products/happy-human-inspiration-card-pack
My 2 Socks
Who said socks were a boring gift? With these sock creations, you’ll never be accused of being boring.
https://my2socks.com.au/collections/my2socks
Bidiliia Earrings
Christmas is a time for sparkly things. Like stars and tinsel or these gorgous earrings. The rest of Bidiliia’s collection is just as stunning whether its earrings, necklaces or even bags and silk headbands.
https://www.bidiliia.com/
Laser Cut Wall Hanging
Made from sustainable bamboo these wall hangings (as well as other products) are laser cut and can be personalised.
https://www.workathomemums.com.au/littlebirdyfinds
Family Planners
For the organised family! (Or those that want to be). These magnetic planners are available as meals, weekly and monthly.
http://bit.ly/2jeUflg
Tea Blend Sampler Kit
http://bit.ly/xmasteas
Mindfulness Colouring Book
This gorgeous colouring book has positive affirmations to promote positive thinking and self-belief.
https://kyliejohnsonart.com/product-category/books/
Handmade Ceramic Stoneware
Handmade homewares perfect for someone who likes one of a kind items.
https://www.workathomemums.com.au/splendidwren
Handmade Soap
Australian made goats milk soap and skincare products are what Soap De Villa does best. They’ve even put them in a handy gift pack with a free toiletry bag for Christmas.
https://soapdevilla.com.au/christmas-gift-sale/
Rosette Earring
These handmade rosette earring come in 4 different colorus. The handwrapped wire earrings are made in Brisbane and are perfect for casual or dressing up.
https://www.modella.com.au/shop/handmade-earrings/
Monogrammed Laptop Case
This stylish case from One Her Desk can fit small laptops, tablets or A4 documents. You can even add initials or a first name for a personanlised look.
https://onherdesk.com.au/product/laptop-case/
Personalised Cufflinks
Get these custom engraved monogram cufflinks for that special touch. The 3 letter monogram is engraved onto a stainless steel cufflink.
https://www.workathomemums.com.au/atz3
Round French Hand Towel
For something a little bit different try a French hand towel from French Affair. These towels are round, easy to hang (just find a hook) and come in a variety of colours and designs.
https://frenchaffair.com.au/shop/kitchen-dining/hand-towels/linen-heart/
Pregnancy Colouring Book
Do you know someone who is going to have twins or triplets? These colouring book were designed for people during their twin or triplet pregnancies and as a way to promote mindfullness.
https://www.twinfo.com.au/product-category/colouring-books/
Jewellery Gift Set
Give the gift of sparkly things with these jewellery gift sets. My personal favourite is the under the sun but there are many to choose from.
https://desiderate.com.au/collections/gift-sets
Art inspired gifts
Ceci Studio was created to make owner Samone’s artwork into things like candles and cushions. And boy are they pretty. If you wan’t gorgeous, colourful homewares to decorate, this is the place to go.
https://cecistudio.store/
Hunny Huggers
Hunny Huggers are handmade one of a kind or limited run shorts. All ethically handmade in Australia and super cute.
https://www.instagram.com/hunnyhuggers/
Pressed Flower Art
For something a bit different how about some pressed flower art? These pieces of work are handcrafted in Sydney and make a one of a kind decor. Some are even made from repurposed flowers from events to keep them out of landfill.
https://florapeutic.com.au/product/from-my-heart-pressed-flower-art/
Apiwrap Set
Know a eco-conscious food lover? Give them a set of beeswax wraps. They keep food fresh and can be used again and again. Make in Australia from Australian beeswax.
https://www.apiwraps.com.au/product/apiwraps-complete-beeswax-wrap-set/
Personalised Wine Cooler Bag
If you know a wine lover, these vegan leather wine cooler bags are a great gift. Filliting one or two bottles of wine, these insulated bags can be personalised with a name or initials.
https://inscribebags.com/collections/personalised-beverage-cooler-bags
Screen Cleaning Kit
For the tech lover get a screen cleaning kit. This one is designed for laptops, smartphones and tablets and contains a screen cleaner, air blower, brush and cloths.
https://koolbitz.com.au/products/screen-keyboard-cleaning-kit-for-phone-tablet-computers-with-bonus-poster
Matching Pjs
How about some matching Christmas pjs? These stretch knit bamboo pajamas come in mens, ladies and kids. The shorts even have pockets! They also have other designs too if Christmas themed isn’t your thing.
https://pjsandbed.com/
Mummy and Me Apron Set
Do you love baking with your mini me? This apron set has one for mum (or dad) an done for your child. Also good for gardening and craft so clothes get protected. These are handmade and 100% cotton. Partyora also have a great range of eco friendly party supplies.
https://partyora.com/shop/mummy-and-me-apron-set/
Tote Bags
Know a bag lover? These bags are made in a variety of fun styles, prints and designs including totes and toiletries. My personal favourite is the no drama llama.
https://www.loulouandmo.com/collections/tote-bags/products/tote-nodramallama
Tricerataco
Because who doesn’t need a taco holder shaped like a dinosaur? Seriously, I would buy this for the name alone. Also comes in Tacosaurus Rex, Nachosaurus and Ultrasaurus.
https://amzn.to/2J95mJE
Mr Grumpy Nails Fatherhood
It’s Mr Men for grown-ups. The beloved Mr Men and Little Miss characters are just trying to navigate life. This one is about Mr Grumpy, but there’s also Little Miss Busy Surviving Motherhood, Little Miss Shy Goes Online Dating and others.
https://amzn.to/37HLveC
2021 Christmas Ornament
The ornament that perfectly sums up 2021. Add a bit of humour to your Christmas tree with this handmade wooden ornament.
https://www.workathomemums.com.au/2021ornament
Dessert Boxes
If you can’t be there, send a scrumptious dessert! Get someone into the Christmas spirit with chocolate and donuts.
https://www.workathomemums.com.au/dessertboxes
Christmas Gift Hamper
Finehampers.com.au
Chocolate Gift Hamper
https://lollylicious.com.au/collections/chocolate-bouquets
Pamper Box
How about a pamper box filled with handmade soap, bath soak, body balm, lip balk, facial oil and body oil. Heaven.
https://www.cinnamonandclove.com.au/product/pamper-box-hamu-gift-set/
Everybody Loves Hampers
If you want something made with eco-conscious brands then Everybody Loves Hampers is your go to. They have some fabulous ones too, including kids hampers, relaxation hampers gardening hampers and earth friendly hampers.
https://www.everybodyloveshampers.com.au/
BS Box
A subscription box to encourage me time and self care. Filled with 6-10 products a month from Australian small businesses. You don’t have to get a subscription either, you can choose to gift a one off box for the upcoming month.
https://www.bsbox.com.au/
Christmas Bandana
Get your little helper some Santa style from Top Dogs Gear. This bandana comes in different sizes to match your best friend so it doesn’t matter what sort of pet you have. They have many different designs and also bow ties for a more formal look.
https://www.topdogsgear.com.au/collections/christmas-accessories/products/traditional-santa-bandana-over-the-collar
Pet Treat Hamper
How about a treat hamper for your favourite fur baby? Filled with treats and toys your dog or cat will enjoy every bit.
https://scamperhampers.com.au/product/christmas-bow-wow-dog/
Christmas Tree Cat Bed
Give your cat a Christmas tree it’s allowed to sleep in. This Christmas themed cat bed is a great present for your furry overlord.
https://amzn.to/3jzguMa
