Awesome Gift Ideas For Your Mother-in-law At Christmas

The title of "mother-in-law" is very feared in these parts and whether your mother-in-law deserves an award or not, it's your duty to show her some love this Christmas. How about going through our selection of gifts for mother-in-law at Christmas. 

Gifts for mother-in-law at Christmas 

It may not seem like it but giving gifts is not as easy as going to the store to buy something and presenting it. There are many things to take into consideration when it comes to giving gifts. You have to strike a balance between what you can afford and what the person you're giving the gift might like. You want the gift to mean something to them, and at the same time, you may want something long-lasting too. Something the person will have use for long after the gift has been given, received and forgotten. But sometimes you just want to give a gift that means something, long-lasting or not. Either way, whichever way you want to go this Christmas, there's something below for your beloved mother-in-law. 

• Hamper 

A hamper is an easy way to go shopping this Christmas and collect stuff you think your mother-in-law would find useful. Buy a fine basket, shop for beverages like milk, Ovaltine, and others. You can also add a bottle of fine wine if your mother-in-law has a taste for it. Finally, cover the basket with a see-through plastic wrap and you're good to go.

• Fabrics

If you've met any Nigerian woman, especially those of the older generation, then you also know that they have their boxes filled with fabrics. But a nice Ankara or lace fabric is one they will always appreciate, no matter how many they already have. They want the latest ones they can show off at gatherings. Why not go the same way this Christmas with your mother-in-law?

• Shoes and jewellery 

These could be gold, silver, or bronze jewellery in the form of earrings and necklaces. As long as you know your mother-in-law to an extent, then it's safe to say you have an idea of the kind of shoes and jewellery she might like. Very few women would not like shoes and jewellery, so it's a safe way to go. But be sure your mother-in-law's religious beliefs aren't against jewellery before buying. 

• Kitchen Appliances 

There are so many modern kitchen appliances that make cooking so much easier and faster these days. Although not all mothers-in-law can use them. Why not buy a microwave for her and teach her how to use it this Christmas holiday? Even if she can operate it herself, she will always remember you anytime she's using it. 

• Bedsheets and sleepwear

Soft bed sheets and pillowcases plus comfortable sleeping wear make for a wonderful night rest. You can even look for those bed sheets that share the red and white colour of Christmas, even the night wears. Imagine her remembering your gift every time she goes to bed. 

Other specific Christmas gifts

• Cashmere sweater
• A carry-on box 
• A paperwhite kindle for reading
• A weighted blanket 
• Fine china 
• A cutting board
• A handbag
• A headgear of your choice 
• Jewellery holder
• A room diffuser
• A sketch of her favourite picture 
• Perfumes
• A wristwatch 
• A phone 
• Blender
• Electric kettle 
• Toiletries bag with nice cream and medicated antiseptic soap
• A bag of rice
• Vegetable oil
• Fashionable wig

Christmas gifts don't have to put a big hole your pocket. But there's no harm if you can afford the expensive ones for your mother-in-law. Whichever way you decide to go, you can always find something fitting up there. 

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