I haven’t started my Christmas shopping yet and that’s not like me at all. Usually I’m almost done and dusted by this time, but this year I just haven’t managed to get my act together. I’ve bought zip, nada, nothing, not a thing.
To say I’m feeling a little shaky about the situation is putting it mildly, mostly because I have seven, yes SEVEN, ‘bigger’ boys to buy for. You know – boys who are no longer little kids who like pretty much anything you give them, but who now have particular criteria for what’s ‘cool’ and ‘not cool’. Actually, they probably have a whole different word for ‘cool’ that I don’t even know about, which is why I’m feeling so shaky right now.
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If you’ve got a bigger boy to buy for, you will appreciate this list of awesomeness that Tessa from Down That Little Lane helped me put together. Not only is she a fellow mum-of-a-bigger-boy, she is also the kind of chick who just knows what to do in any given situation. All of these gifts she’s found would be dearly loved by any bigger boy and they will demonstrate their immense gratitude to you with a grunt and an annoying hair-flick.
More lifesaver gift ideas for Christmas:
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Gifts for bigger boys - AU
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Toy solider bookends
I quite fancy these clever bookends by Navy Crockett for my own bookshelf, but rest assured that doesn't mean your boy won't find them awesome. Because they're awesome.
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Movie vouchers
It may feel like a bit of a cop out getting a voucher, but the boys won't see it like that. Especially if you get them enough movie vouchers so they can shout their mates to a blockbuster.
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Light him up with a message
Light boxes like this one from Typo are a hit with the cool kids and no wonder. I have one and its message is often updated daily by the kids - funny, silly, uplifting, inspirational or newsy. Boys will probably enjoy lighting up words like 'butt' or worse, but that's all part of the fun.
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Boys' silver neckpiece
From Uberkate, get him a chunky silver pendant with leather strap that you can have a personal message engraved on. Try the simplicity of his name, favourite sport, expression or slang term (although, mind you, that might not be such a good idea...). This one's a keeper.
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Stormtrooper tee
The upcoming Star Wars VII movie release has done an excellent job whipping Aussie males into a frenzy, making gift giving quite easy really. Simply jump on board the craze by gifting a Stormtrooper t-shirt from Target.
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Punch bag laundry bag
Do you think this brilliant punching bag laundry bag from Navy Crockett will encourage the mister to pick his dirty clothes off the floor? We can only hope, right?
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Gamer pillowcases
Boys love their games and with a 'Play Again?' pillowcase from White Fox & Co, they can keep playing in their dreams. Don't worry, 'Game Over' is always an option too.
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Personalised skateboard
For under 200 bucks, Byron Bay's uber-cool Wheels 'n Boards will customise a Saltwaterplanks penny skateboard for your little mate. Street cred all wrapped up.
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5kg Nutella
A giant jar 5kg of Nutella will be welcome with open arms. I know my son would go ga-ga if he unwrapped this under the tree! You can also opt for a smaller 750 gm jar but arrange for a personalised label (order your label here). One thing: do check for nut allergies first!
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In-shower Bluetooth speaker
A boy never likes to be too far from his tunes and with a Typo in-shower speaker the music never has to stop. As it's Bluetooth, he can also answer calls while he's in the shower, which means you can phone him to tell him to hurry up...
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