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As Christmas 2024 approaches, it’s time to start planning some festive fun for the season. Whether you’re looking for fun Christmas activities for families or ways to spend time with friends, this year’s holiday season is full of exciting possibilities. From classic traditions to new and creative ideas, The Hamper Shop has compiled a list of the top 10 Christmas activities to make your Christmas celebration extra special this year. If you try these out, I assure you, you’d live a dreamy Christmas this year.
One way to live the Christmas spirit to the fullest is to start or begin a Christmas tradition with family or friends. One of the traditions in this part of the world is the cooking tradition, especially the popular ones like fried rice and chicken, pounded yam and egusi, jollof rice, salad etc. If you don’t cook any of these meals on Christmas day in a Nigerian home, then it’s more like your Christmas is incomplete or hasn’t even begun.
Aside from the cooking tradition, there are a lot of traditions that you could begin with your family to heighten the Christmas Spirit for you and your family this year. Like taking on a movie marathon, or set up a pool of balls with hidden gifts for a family game night, or it could be watching fireworks on Christmas eve, or attending a Christmas service or mass with your family, or maybe hopping on a 12-days Christmas gifting spree with family and friends.
These are just a few Christmas tradition ideas, Christmas traditions don’t have to cost a fortune, the little things could make the entire Christmas memorable and if “memorable” is the goal, make sure to do a whole lot of bonding with your family and friends this Christmas.
When the holiday season approaches, then you know it’s time. Time for an adventurous home decoration that transforms your home into a festive haven. You don’t have to settle for the same old decorations this year, decide to make a statement with unique Christmas home decor that reflects your personal style while keeping things cozy and inviting. Whether you’re into modern trends, rustic vibes, or DIY projects, there are countless ways to deck the halls with flair.
Starting with a statement Christmas tree which should be the first on the list. I don’t know about you but the first decor I’m always eager to see at every home is the Christmas tree, it spells Christmas uniquely. Then getting creative with Christmas wreaths and garlands, and the Christmas lights that screams Christmas boldly.
Not to forget the colour mix of green, red and gold with tree ornaments on the Christmas tree, they all sound so inviting. Decking the halls takes a new turn when done together with family, it always brings a sense of love, service and togetherness and this is what Christmas is all about.
Christmas is a season to add mystery and creativity with love! Let me tell you how it works.
You can bring some mystery and fun into your Christmas celebrations with a Secret Santa gift exchange. You could set a budget, then create a “Christmas gifting list”. Pick names of family members or friends you wish to surprise and plan for thoughtful and creative gifts for them. This is a classic holiday gift-giving tradition and it is a great way to involve everyone in the festive spirit! If you haven’t done it ever, I guess Christmas 2024 is your time to try something new and creative.
Baking Extravaganza: Schedule a Christmas Cookie Bake-Off:
I can’t seem to forget Christmas when I was about 8 years old. My mum took on the challenge to bake and make a whole lot of pastries and snacks and the memories of getting flour on my cheeks(without doing anything), running around the house with a stolen snack or taking snacks from the bowl while my mother jokingly smacked my hand can’t seem to escape from my head.
You could try baking this Christmas, everyone could wear matching pajamas while baking, don’t make it a chore, make it a Christmas adventure! Dance to Christmas songs while baking, it doesn’t have to be the perfect cake or Christmas cookie, or with the perfect designs. Just have fun and bake!
I remember giving my black dress that had crystals on it to someone I didn’t know. It was a gifting spree we had in church and it wasn’t Christmas, everyone who was willing was just supposed to gift to those who had little or nothing at all and I decided to give my most expensive and precious item. That dress. I gave it without looking back and in my heart I was pleased I was giving a present so precious to someone I didn’t even know.
You can try this out this Christmas, plan a food outreach to the needy. Plan a back to school campaign for children in need of it for when the festive break is over, or you could reach out to neighbors with food hampers or something. It doesn’t have to be exactly like I did mine or so expensive. You can just decide to give your neighbour’s child that shoe she has been screaming in her mother’s ears, or even that sweet or cookie the child always asks for.
Want to make it extra special? Plan a surprise hamper visit to a friend you haven’t seen in a while, just decide to spread Joy. I assure you, you’ll be the very first beneficiary of the emotion.
I know it isn’t Christmas yet but I’m already planning my Christmas playlist, lol. Trust me, this is the first time I’m planning this early for Christmas and I’m already feeling the festivity. Curating the perfect holiday playlist doesn’t have to be a serious chore. It’s something that can be done in 30 minutes. You just have to put your favorite Christmas songs and your favorite festive carol(if you like carols) or just put something that screams “family”, “me”, “Christmas”, “happy” and that is all.
You could have a curated list for the mornings, family parties, Christmas bake- offs, Christmas eve or the game night separately. Just mashup the songs and create something you and your family will love.
If you’re an introvert just like I am, you might be thinking “Christmas party??” Take a chill, lol. I don’t like parties as well, but I love family, I love friends and bonding with them just happens to be a fun activity for me, especially during Christmas and maybe this is you too. Hosting a friends get-together, or a gifting party, or a long distance bestie reunion, or maybe a large family party could do the trick in making this Christmas season a memorable one. Maybe you’re not an introvert like me and you want to go all out with hosting a wild large party, darling! Get on with it! Just make Christmas more you and more about spreading joy, fun and love to everyone.
Christmas is the perfect time to get your family together for some fun in your festive holiday outfits. Whether you’re planning to take family photos or simply want to feel stylish during the celebrations, explore the latest Christmas fashion trends for 2024 for a look that’s both chic and comfortable.
From matching pajamas, to awkward Christmas sweaters, to crazy new outfits just to fit any occasion is a great way to dress for the season. Having an outfit for every Christmas event either in the cozy warmth atmosphere of your home, or in the crazy wild festive concerts, or making a matching outfit (could be pajamas) with a partner could make the entire Christmas feeling come alive.
This is so underrated but the best way to enjoy Christmas is in the peace and rest of the festive season. Amid the festive hustle, it’s important to take time to relax during Christmas. Whether it’s enjoying a cozy night in with hot chocolate or a relaxing walk around the neighborhood to see the Christmas lights, these quiet moments with family are just as memorable. A quiet night filled with family jokes and laughter could just mean so much to elevate the Christmas spirit. Prioritize holiday relaxation with family to make the most of the season.
Shop Early for the Best Christmas Experience and Gifts of 2024:
This is literally one of the most important activities that sets the tone for your Christmas. If you understand the drill, as Christmas approaches, so are the prices of every single product increasing. You can see a Christmas tree at 50,000 by November, kindly come back in December, that exact Christmas tree could become 150,000. I kid you not, I’m speaking based on experience.
Now should be the time to create your long list of all you’d be needing for Christmas because, darling, Christmas comes once and if you miss it because of your late planning, you have to wait for another 365 days! Painful.
Also, taking advantage of the upcoming Black Friday Week sale is a great strategy to spend less and save more! Many stores would be hopping on this in order to beat down the prices that could have strangled you and The Hamper Shop is not exempted!
Whether you’re thinking of planning a gifting surprise to a loved one, or you are planning a gift exchange with a family member or maybe you’re in the business of curating gifts for clients or it could be a corporate gifting plan, then taking advantage of this Black Friday Week is your best opportunity to spending less while getting the Best Christmas Black Friday offers of our affordable and luxury Christmas hampers.
Don’t miss this opportunity!
Curate your list, plan your budget and take advantage of these Christmas Black Friday deals!
In the Christmas Spirit, The Hamper Shop has prepared her walk in store with all of the Christmas vibe and atmosphere. A place to get all the affordable, luxurious and unique presents for your loved ones. Imagine walking into a room filled with Christmas, Christmas and Christmas, of course it comes with a Christmas gift!
For every walk in client, a Christmas gift awaits you at The Hamper Shop walk in store from December 1-31st.
Visit us and start your Christmas shopping experience with an early Christmas present.
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