Most of my Christmas shopping was done online this year. The thought of braving the shops was daunting to me, to say the least. I’ve had a lot of people ask me about my favourite online shops so I’ve put together a list and some gift ideas. Hope it helps all those busy Mums out there scared about battling the shops. 
C2M have put together a fabulous list of Christmas gift ideas. Many of the businesses featured are run by women and mothers (love that).
Deals Direct have a wide range of Christmas gifts available; from tradition gifts to novel ideas.
Ezi Buy has great gifts to suit all budgets. I take comfort in knowing I can return anything I’m unsure about.
The name says it all. Find all sorts of gifts for men here.
This gorgeous Mum makes the most beautiful hair accessories for children (and adults). The quality is far better than what you can buy in the shops and cheaper too. Every year I buy my girls a new outfit at Christmastime. I’ve added to this a customised hair accessory that matches perfectly. They are going to look so cute!
I love the concept of this online store. Trifle represents over 60 designers under one banner. It’s like shopping in a mall without leaving your house. Browse through the variety.
Unique Kids has great quality gift ideas. Many of the products have an educational focus.
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Look at my Christmas cards! Carmen, from Ink Pink Designs, put together this gorgeous collage; capturing our family essence. Click on the Ink Pink link above to browse through their beautiful designs to create your own unique cards.
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Below is a list of my top gift ideas.
Babies (0-2)
Squeak and Peek Photobook ($29.95)
Buy from: Total Learning
Young girls (2-4)
Magnetic Dress Up Princess ($26.95)
Buy from: Unique Kids
Young boys (2-4)
ABC Block Wagon ($34.95)
Buy from: The Toy Bug
Girls (5-8)
Customised Hair Clip Holder (From $10.00)
and Pretty Clips (From $1.00)
Buy from: Pretty Things Distract Me
Boys (5-8)
Walkie Talkie ($14.99)
Buy from: Dick Smith
Tween Girls (9-12)
Cooking Kit ($20.95)
Buy from: Belluca Australia
Tween Boys (9-12)
Rechargeable Torch (never needs batteries) ($19.95)
Buy from: Deals Direct
Teen girls (13-16)
PBA Free Drink Bottle (various designs 500ml) ($17.95)
Buy from: Pure Earth Noosa
Teen boys (13-16)
Keyring Swiss Army knife ($26.95)
Buy from: My Swiss Army Knife
Women
Make-up Organiser ($70.00)
Buy from: Ezi Buy
Men
Charging Station ($29.95)
Buy from: Deals Direct
To see pictures of the entire range of Christmas Crafts on this blog, click here: Christmas Craft.
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Thanks for including the Mini-mag Kelly! I love shopping online, its so much easier! This is a great list you’ve put together!