Christmas present ideas for 2019

What to give other people?

What to ask for yourself?

Here we go…….

Fun memory sticks like this one https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00LUJJ4CU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And this one….

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Superideal-Novelty-Penguin-Flash-Memory/dp/B01EJ1FZNM/ref=pd_sim_107_2/259-3581303-0152832?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01EJ1FZNM&pd_rd_r=3a7c3eda-fa6d-48b8-9d51-fb15de35145d&pd_rd_w=TBcae&pd_rd_wg=sn1bK&pf_rd_p=32ad4a08-4896-4172-a2ea-821c9be00310&pf_rd_r=B5NBBH94ANG2B639Z1A3&psc=1&refRID=B5NBBH94ANG2B639Z1A3

Or this:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01924223W/ref=dp_cerb_2

then, how about…….

My happiness cards https://chriscroft.co.uk/product/happiness-pack-of-cards/ 52 practical things you can do, so that’s one a week for a year, or just select one at random every day

Himalayan salt lamp – instant cosy atmosphere https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07R2FJ93T/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Cordless headphones that stay on, have good bass, and you aren’t going to lose (like buds can easily be lost) https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0734TM6D3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Crocodile tongs – not cheap but amazingly brilliant if you have a log fire or woodburner https://www.amazon.co.uk/Goldmanns-Genius-Crocodile-Tong-fireplace/dp/B005LD0AHO/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=crocodile+log+tongs&qid=1573294892&sr=8-

Washable reusable strong gel tape (for the DIY Dad who has everything) https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07RQQJQQH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Get pet fur off clothes carpets and car – https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000R6QQOG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Fun balaclava for the the skier with a sense of humour (admittedly a small intersection) – other animals also available https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B079QG88C8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My favourite sandals ever – waterproof and very comfy, and cheap too – https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01H6NZAQ2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

After a lot of research and several duff purchases, THIS is the best messenger bag – really nice leather, wide body so it stands up, quality build, and a good price – https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0084DUELK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Moon lamp – rechargeable – I went for the large size and it’s pretty cool – https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B077S4JG71/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Folding reading glasses for pocket/bag emergencies – you can never have too many pairs https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00U8OCLO6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Reading in the sun. or looking cool when wearing glasses: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00AWDLPT0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Self amalgamating tape – and essential that I use a lot and most people have never heard of. It sticks to itself and becomes one lump so it never comes undone – https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0789J7YX2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Management Vegetables – only £3 on kindle, but if you can afford the physical version then it’s a beautiful thing.

Kindle https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B075FWVKMN/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_d_asin_title_o00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Paper http://www.lulu.com/shop/chris-croft/management-vegetables-full-colour-edition/paperback/product-23844026.html

To make sure meetings finish on time this timer is great – the big one is cheaper, and for a large room it has presence https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002GTZZ6M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

A year of happiness – an email from me for every week for the coming year https://chriscroft.co.uk/product/for-the-next-12months-online-happiness-coaching-from-chris-copy/

Perpetual Happiness Calendar – chunky book with a practical happiness idea for every day of the year – http://www.lulu.com/shop/chris-croft/perpetual-happiness-calendar/paperback/product-21341939.html

https://www.sonofatailor.com/designer?type=3

made to measure Merino wool T-shirt, perfect fit so it looks great, can be worn lots of days in a row without getting smelly, great for the traveller who wants to travel very light but also have a bit of luxury

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FYKLB6K/?coliid=I1P7X2MEB7KNDN&colid=1W1ARY3RCTL92&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

I really like these retro type light bulbs, either indoors or out. My solar powered ones are a bit feeble though, so maybe get a string of plug in ones – which are much cheaper too.

These look good:

and do so these:

or Indoor bulbs – Make sure they are dimmable and soft white like these, and check for screw vs bayonet fitting.

This toy is quite expensive but looks really fun if you are going to the beach, and it’s won lots of awards https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B014WUU35A/?coliid=IYSZRFS16DZWN&colid=1W1ARY3RCTL92&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

Still the funniest magazine out there, so this book of tips will be hilarious

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1781060916/?coliid=I1HT4VTNUCFQPB&colid=1W1ARY3RCTL92&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

My next puzzle game – you either love games and puzzles or you don’t. But you might know a nerdy child who would like this! https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B071L8RY3H/?coliid=I1WL2CUR7TDYNA&colid=1W1ARY3RCTL92&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

The idea of this book still makes me laugh, and he’s still there, and you can get it really cheaply second hand…. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1786892278/?coliid=IEUWS3IYKCR19&colid=1W1ARY3RCTL92&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

For some reason I love these, but can’t justify buying them, which makes them the ideal Christmas present for someone who likes maths, shapes or (unlike me!) is a bit spiritual https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07DWZ9V4B/?coliid=I2YTD5MFUT0NHT&colid=1W1ARY3RCTL92&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it