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What To Put In A Christmas Eve Box

The Christmas holidays are about to begin, meaning days spent candy cane crunching and mince-pie baking are just around the corner. When there’s only one more sleep to go, the excitement and joy is just too much to handle! The sound of wrapping paper crinkling as you’re trying to work out what surprises are inside is something little wish-makers (and grown-ups) know only too well. The whirlwind of Christmas chaos is a thrilling time for your little one, and we know how hard it is to keep them away from all the glistening presents peeping out from under the tree. So make the most of this magical time by getting your little elf ready for a night of Santa-spotting with a few festive treats, curated especially for that Christmas Eve excitement.

What is a Christmas Eve Box?

Opening a present on Christmas Eve has become an oh-so special tradition for many families through the years, as a way of dipping into all the festive excitement that’s been bubbling away. Now, we like to curate an entire gift box filled with festive goodies to mark the occasion. These little bespoke boxes help kickstart the merry-making fun and keep little hands occupied with a board game, a toy, a movie or a storybook - you can have endless creativity with however you choose to fill them! Unsure of where to start? We have a list of ideas for family members of all ages so you can plan, present-prep and get ready for a Christmas Eve well spent. First things first...

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Baby's Christmas Eve Box ideas

It’s a busy business celebrating all of these festive firsts and merry milestones, and that’s why babies deserve little extras for being oh-so special. If you’re building a Christmas Eve box for a baby or toddler, then create loving traditions right from the very start. Sweet Christmas babygrows or baby Christmas outfits are a merry-must for a snoozy fairy-lit evening (and a picture-perfect moment for you to capture). Add a pair of baby slippers to keep their tiny toes toasty and warm or even add some festive baby bibs for sipping and munching their way through Christmas dinner. Pop in some sweet little Christmas decorations so they can hang their very first ornament on the tree, or create sensory playtime in a box with rattles and sensory toys. Next, add something snuggly like baby comforters or soft toys and pair with one of our fabric books so they drift off to dreamland in time for Santa’s arrival. So, celebrate your baby’s first Christmas in style with a little box of joy containing everything you need for those very first twinkling little memories.

What to put in a baby's Christmas Eve box?

Kids Christmas Eve Box ideas

The day little merry-makers have been waiting for is nearly here, so keep those little hands busy before bedtime with a fun-filled Christmas Eve box. Start by adding a sprinkle of magic, you could include a letter from Santa along with some stocking fillers and watch their faces light up with smiles. Have your little ones draw or paint their own ‘Santa please stop here’ sign as an arts & crafts Christmas Eve activity or keep them entertained for a little longer with some fun games & puzzles. Throw in some girls’ Christmas jumpers and boys’ Christmas jumpers for them to wear on the big day as they tear and rustle through wrapping paper mountains from all their lovely new gifts. A night of Santa-spotting wouldn’t be complete without a pair of boys’ Christmas pyjamas or girls’ Christmas pyjamas, and a pair of matching festive socks or slippers - perfect for tiptoeing out of bed to see if he’s been! Don’t forget to add to the cosiness by including soft toys and Jellycat Christmas toys for cuddling up with.

What to put in a kids' Christmas Eve box?

Girls Christmas Jumpers

Boys Christmas Jumpers

Christmas Toys

Christmas Books

Christmas Eve Box ideas for adults

Behind all the dizzying magic that comes with the run-up to Christmas are some very exhausted parents. Why not treat them to a little Christmas Eve box too, as a thoughtful way to help them unwind and enjoy the holiday magic that they have helped to make? Include indulgent treats such as gourmet chocolates, a bottle of wine or festive tea, and perhaps a sweet little novelty Christmas gift, like a cuddly toy or tree decoration that is guaranteed to spark a smile-on-cheeks moment to remember. For expectant mums, you can pop in some maternity Christmas pyjamas for them to snuggle up by the fire as they watch their favourite Christmas movie or ultra-cosy maternity Christmas jumpers for the big day. To make it extra special, complete a Christmas Eve box for adults by adding a handwritten note or a small keepsake and let mum and dad relax into an enjoyable evening so that they can savour the joy of Christmas Eve.