Christmas Pampering in a Box: The Selfridges Mask Library

If you’re searching for a Christmas present for someone who loves skincare, beauty treatments and a little bit of luxurious pampering, Selfridges has come up with a rather lovely idea for Christmas 2026: The Mask Library.

And, no, we're not talking about something to wear to a masked ball!

The Selfridges Mask Library is a collection of eight individual face and eye masks from some seriously impressive skincare names, presented together as a ready-made beauty treat.

It costs £60, while Selfridges says the products inside are worth £159, making it an interesting proposition if you're buying for someone who enjoys premium skincare but might not normally splash out on individual luxury masks.

What's inside?

The 2026 Mask Library contains:

Sarah Chapman 3D Moisture Infusion Mask

Skin Design London Eyetight Hydrogel Mask

Rodial Salmon DNA Face Mask

MZ Skin Hydra-Lift Gold Face Mask

Augustinus Bader Hydrogel Face Mask

Elemis Hydra-Gel Eye Mask

111SKIN Cryo De-Puffing Face Mask

Dr. Barbara Sturm Everything Eye Patches.

That's quite a line-up and, importantly for a Christmas present, there's plenty of variety. Rather than receiving several versions of essentially the same product, the recipient gets the opportunity to experiment with different premium skincare brands and treatments.

A different kind of Christmas gift

We rather like beauty collections for Christmas because they can provide something beyond the traditional open it on Christmas morning and that's that present.

The Mask Library could provide several evenings of pampering throughout Christmas and into the New Year. You could even combine it with some chocolates, a favourite drink, a fluffy dressing gown or a pair of slippers to create your own Christmas relaxation hamper.

It might also be a thoughtful present for somebody who spends much of Christmas looking after everyone else. Once the turkey has been eaten, the washing-up tackled and the relatives have finally departed, they can disappear somewhere quiet and enjoy a little well-earned "me time".

At £60, it certainly isn't a stocking filler, but given the claimed £159 combined value, it could make an attractive main present for a skincare enthusiast.

And there's another possibility: buy one for yourself.

After all, who said every Christmas present under the tree has to be for somebody else?

That's Christmas 365 verdict? A rather luxurious collection that could make Christmas, and those wonderfully lazy days between Christmas and New Year, just that little bit more relaxing.

New Christmas Madeleines from Bonne Maman

Bring some amazing Christmas magic to the festive table with especially pretty, limited edition seasonal packs of delicious Bonne Maman Madeleines. 

Arriving in stores in early November, All Butter Classic, Lemon and Chocolate Madeleines all feature a fun Christmas elves theme making it the perfect treat during festive preparations and appealing little stocking fillers. 

Bonne Maman Madeleines are crafted with simple, high-quality ingredients and a touch of French savoir-faire. Available from November while stocks last, at all major retailers, from £2.90 per pack of 7 individually wrapped Madeleines. 

Discover Christmas Madeleine recipes here: www.bonnemaman.co.uk/recipes/collections/christmas-recipes

A Christmas Gift for the Chilli Crunch Fan That They'll Be Sure To Woolf Down!

We all know someone who keeps a jar of crispy chilli oil within easy reach. Eggs? Add a spoonful. Noodles? Obviously. Leftover pizza? That too. 

If that person is on your Christmas list, Woolf’s Kitchen may have solved your present-buying problem.

Its new Chilli Crunch Collection brings together three jars in a gift box for £20. There’s the award-winning Original Chilli Crunch, alongside two new flavours: Black Bean Chilli Crunch and Extra Hot Chilli Crunch.

The Original offers the familiar mix of crunch, chilli warmth and savoury flavour. Black Bean adds a deeper, richer note, while Extra Hot is there for the friend who always asks whether a dish can be made spicier.

It’s an especially appealing gift because the recipient can start enjoying it over Christmas. A spoonful could liven up roast potatoes, give a Boxing Day turkey toastie a kick or bring some welcome heat to leftovers. And once the festive food is gone, there are plenty of eggs, noodles, pizzas and pasta dishes waiting for their turn.

Founder Dominique Woolf says customers tell her they put Chilli Crunch on “absolutely everything”. She plans to serve it with crispy roast potatoes and Boxing Day leftovers herself.

The collection could make a fun foodie Secret Santa present, a stocking addition for a serious chilli fan, or a gift for someone who enjoys trying new flavours in the kitchen. Just be warned: if you buy one for somebody else, you may be tempted to order a box for yourself.

The Woolf’s Kitchen Chilli Crunch Collection is listed at £20 on the Woolf’s Kitchen website https://thewoolfskitchen.com

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Have a Cracking Christmas with Bonne Maman

Surprise, surprise! Revealing a very special new, limited edition Christmas Cracker Surprise from Bonne Maman.

A charming little festive celebration of flavour and tradition, wrapped up in Bonne Maman's signature charm, the Crackers are ideal as stocking fillers, festive table settings or thoughtful gifts for jam lovers and foodies alike.

 Each beautifully crafted Cracker contains four 30g mini jars of fruit conserves, marmalade and indulgent spread – Mixed Berries Jam, White Fig Jam, Sweet Orange, Mandarin and Passion Fruit Marmalade plus Milk Caramel with Dark Chocolate Spread.

The new, limited edition Bonne Maman Crackers are arriving at Ocado and Fenwicks from mid-November at rrp £6.50.

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Is September Too Early to Start Preparing for Christmas?

September has arrived. The children are back at school, autumn is beginning to make itself felt and Christmas is still more than three months away.

So, naturally, some of us are starting to think about Christmas.

But is September simply far too early?

There are broadly two schools of thought. The first can probably be summed up by the wonderfully uncompromising philosophy: “If you can’t get Christmas things done in one day, they don't need to be done.”

Buy the presents, put up the decorations, purchase the food and get on with it. Preferably sometime around 23 December.

For people in this camp, seeing Christmas cards, wrapping paper and decorations appearing in the shops during September can provoke something approaching horror.

And, actually, there’s something rather appealing about their approach. Christmas shouldn’t become a four-month endurance event.

But here at That’s Christmas 365, we think there’s another way of looking at it.

Starting preparations in September doesn’t mean putting the tree up or serving mince pies for breakfast. It can simply mean spreading the workload, and the cost.

September is an excellent time to start making a Christmas present list. If you spot the perfect gift for somebody now, why wait until December to buy it?

It’s also a good opportunity to start looking for unusual presents from independent retailers, craft fairs, charity shops and small businesses. Leaving everything until the last minute often means settling for whatever happens to be available.

Early preparation is particularly useful if you make your own presents. Homemade jams, chutneys, knitted gifts, Christmas cakes, infused drinks, crafts and personalised decorations all take time.

There’s a financial argument, too. Buying a few presents during September, October and November can be much easier on the household budget than attempting to pay for Christmas almost entirely from December’s income.

You can also begin quietly putting aside non-perishable food and drink when you see genuine bargains.

However, we’d draw the line at allowing Christmas preparation to become a source of stress.

If your ideal Christmas really can be organised in one day, excellent. If you enjoy spending months planning presents, making decorations, preparing food and hunting for bargains, that’s excellent too.

Christmas should fit you – you shouldn’t have to fit Christmas.

So is September too early?

For putting the turkey in the oven, definitely.

For putting up the tree? We’ll let you argue about that one.

But for making lists, spreading the cost, finding interesting presents and enjoying a little anticipation?

We reckon September is just about perfect.

What about you? Are you already preparing for Christmas, or do you refuse to even think about it until December?

Give a Young Music Fan the Popstar Treatment This Christmas

Finding a Christmas present for a child or teenager who seems to have everything can be difficult. 

Toys, gadgets and clothes are soon forgotten, but an exciting experience can create memories that last for years.

For young music fans aged from seven to 16, a recording session with CoverStar Experiences in Liverpool could make a wonderfully unusual Christmas gift.

Based at Prohibition Recording Studios in Liverpool’s Georgian Quarter, CoverStar Kids Parties allow young people to experience what it is like to become a pop star for the day. Instead of visiting another soft play centre or trampoline park, the recipient and their friends can walk along a VIP red carpet before entering a genuine fully-equipped professional recording studio.

Inside the soundproof vocal booth, the young performers wear professional studio headphones and record their favourite chart hits with the help of an experienced sound engineer. Children do not need to be accomplished singers: the emphasis is on having fun, gaining confidence and enjoying an unforgettable celebration with friends.

The newly refreshed experience also includes a stylish party room for rehearsals, festival-style glitter make-up and a photo booth prop session. Every child receives a personalised “Vinyl Style” keepsake CD, giving them a lasting souvenir of their moment in the spotlight.

“Our popstar parties have always been about creating core memories, building confidence and delivering a genuinely special celebration for children and their best friends,” Graham Mac of CoverStar Experiences told That's Christmas 365.

“Whether a child is an aspiring singer or just wants to laugh and celebrate with friends, our sound engineers and hosts ensure everyone feels like a VIP star.”

Established in 2013, CoverStar Experiences is a ten-time TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award winner, supported by hundreds of five-star reviews from parents. Its recording experiences are also available for hen parties, corporate events and adult music enthusiasts.

Gold, Platinum and Ultimate children’s party packages are offered, with options capable of accommodating as many as 50 guests. Upgraded studio amenities and bar facilities are available for accompanying parents.

The studio is open seven days a week, with sessions offered from 9am until 9pm, Monday to Saturday, and from 10am until 6pm on Sundays. Its new website also allows families to check the availability of dates instantly.

A CoverStar experience could be revealed on Christmas morning with a homemade backstage pass, microphone or decorated gift box. It is a particularly appealing present for a budding singer, or any youngster who has ever dreamed of hearing their voice recorded in a professional studio.

For prices, packages and date availability, visit coverstarkidsparties.co.uk or telephone 0800 689 7827.

Want to organise something similar for older teens or adults? They have you covered, too! https://www.coverstarexperiences.co.uk

The Christmas Bouquet: Bring Fresh Festive Magic Straight to the Door with 123 Flowers

As the countdown to Christmas has already begun, flowers are fast becoming more than a thoughtful gift, they are an easy way to transform a home, elevate a festive table and add a little extra magic to those all-important seasonal celebrations.

This Christmas, the UK’s leading online florist, 123 Flowers is encouraging shoppers to embrace fresh blooms as part of their festive decorating. 

From snowy winter textures and rich seasonal reds to romantic roses and vibrant statement stems, the collection offers something for every Christmas mood, whether you're dressing the dinner table, sending a thoughtful gift or simply making your own home feel that little bit more special. 

A touch of winter wonderland: Winter Snow 

For those dreaming of a white Christmas, Winter Snow brings the beauty of the season indoors. Featuring chrysanthemums and carnations, finished with lush foliage, cinnamon and pine-cone picks, the arrangement captures the cosy essence of winter. An ideal yet affordable finishing touch for a hallway, dining table or festive gathering, as well as a thoughtful way to send a little seasonal cheer to someone special. 

The Winter Snow bouquet is available with free next-day delivery from November 1 across the UK and Northern Ireland, from www.123-flowers.co.uk. RRP: £19.99 – £29.99 

Step Into Christmas with full festive glamour 

When only a proper Christmas bouquet will do, Step Into Christmas delivers seasonal drama. Created by artisan florists, the bouquet combines Stargazer lilies and roses with Pistacia and festive Hypericum for a rich, celebratory arrangement designed to make an impression. It’s a standout choice for sending to family and friends - or for taking centre stage in the home throughout the festivities.

The Step Into Christmas bouquet is available with free next-day delivery from November 1 across the UK and Northern Ireland, from www.123-flowers.co.uk. RRP: £29.99 – £39.99 

A timeless Christmas charm: Winter Rose and Tulips  

Nothing captures the spirit of Christmas quite like a classic arrangement of rich red blooms. Winter Rose and Tulips combines velvety Red Rhodos Roses with elegant red tulips and seasonal greenery, creating a beautifully traditional bouquet with instant festive appeal. Perfect for sending heartfelt winter wishes, it’s a timeless choice for anyone who loves the classic charm and warmth of Christmas.

The Winter Rose and Tulips bouquet is available with free next-day delivery from November 1 across the UK and Northern Ireland, from www.123-flowers.co.uk. RRP: £34.99 - £49.99 

A colourful Christmas surprise: Peruvian Lily & Rose 

The Peruvian Lily & Rose bouquet is a best-seller offering a brighter take on festive flowers. Combining White Belle Roses with Peruvian lilies in cerise, pink, white and yellow, with a seven-day freshness guarantee, it's a gift designed to keep bringing a splash of colour to the Christmas period. 

The Peruvian Lily & Rose bouquet is available with free next-day delivery across the UK and Northern Ireland, from www.123-flowers.co.uk. RRP: £24.99 – £34.99

Alex Biggart, Head of Brand at 123 Flowers, told That's Christmas 365: “Christmas is all about bringing warmth, colour and personality into our homes and festive flowers are becoming a must-have for seasonal styling. 

“From traditional reds and soft winter whites to colourful statement blooms and elegant arrangements, there’s a bouquet to suit every style.

“We’re also seeing a growing demand for more thoughtful choices, so at 123 Flowers, our blooms are sourced from British growers and Fairtrade farms and arranged by local florists – and are proud to be the first UK online florist to introduce fully recyclable packaging for all our fresh flowers and gifts. 

“Whether dressing the home, setting the Christmas table or sending a beautiful bouquet straight to someone’s door, flowers are an effortless way to add a final flourish of festive magic and say ‘thinking of you’, ‘thank you’ or simply ‘Merry Christmas’.”

Known for its hand-tied bouquets, signature hatbox arrangements and thoughtful gifting collections, 123 Flowers is one of the UK’s leading online florists. Offering free next-day delivery across the UK and Northern Ireland, seven days a week, the brand combines quality, convenience and value with responsibly sourced blooms. 

123 Flowers’ full Christmas collection is available online at https://www.123-flowers.co.uk. 

That's Christmas 365 has Found Wonderful Christmas Gifts for You!

Sylvanian Families Biscuit Bear Family

Featuring fur with a special extra-fluffy feel, the Biscuit Bear Family includes mother Elena, baby Noa and father Lloyd the architect who has some exciting plans for the village! He's got all the tools he needs for the job, plus a miniature model house and car.

RRP: £39.99

Age : 3+

Stockist: www.sylvanianfamilies.co.uk 

Sylvanian Families Citrus Bird Juice Stand

The newest stall at the amusement park! Pop the fruit in, watch it tumble down, and pour the juice into a cup! With six types of toppings in cute animal shapes, there are 24 different juice combinations to make! Also transforms into a vehicle! 

RRP: £26.99

Age : 3+

Stockist: www.sylvanianfamilies.co.uk 

Aquabeads Ice Cream Party Craft Studio

Make colourful 3D ice creams and other sweet-themed creations with this innovative craft set. Includes 800 beads, an ice cream bead dispenser pen, a host of cute toppings to add the perfect finishing touch, and an ice cream shaped storage container to keep everything neat and tidy.  

RRP £29.99

Age: 4+

Stockist: Amazon, Smyths, Hamleys and our own online affiliate shop, https://link.amazon/B0fKm4uHN

Super Mario Micro Game Series

These portable, handheld, arcade-style games fit neatly in your pocket. 

There are six games to collect in each series including Marble Mazes; Jump and Seesaw Games where you must move the coin from one side to the other; and Skill Shot games with a pinball.

RRP £4.49

Age: 4+

Stockist: Selfridges, Firestorm Games

POSCA 5M Portrait Colours 8 Pack 

Create your best and most authentic portraits yet with this pack of POSCAs in a selection of eight skin tones. Blend and layer to create warmth, depth and natural expression via smooth non-bleeding ink that works on almost any surface.  

RRP: £25 

Age: 10+ years 

Stockist: Hobbycraft

POSCA 12 Paint Markers and Pouch Pack 

Uncap creativity wherever you go with this versatile set. POSCA’s fade-proof, water-based acrylic is designed to work on most surfaces, making it easy to customise everyday items from windows to trainers! Includes 11x 5M medium markers in standard colours, 1x 7M bold black paint marker and handy pouch. 

RRP: £32.99 

Age: 10+ years 

Stockist: Hobbycraft, The Range

POSCA Marker Pen and Water Bottle Set, RRP £39.99 

The POSCA Marker Pen and Bottle Set puts personalisation in your hands! This innovative set includes four fine and four medium tip paint markers in a selection of vibrant colours, which can be used to customise the water bottle. 

Using a variety of techniques, including controlled, detailed painting, lettering and illustration, decorate the water bottle to make it completely unique to you. 

Water resistant and fade resistant, the acid-free paint is quick-drying, blendable, and layerable, allowing for smooth coverage and creative freedom.  A great gift for school age children or arty friends and family.

RRP £39.99

Age: 10+ years

Stockist: Hobbycraft, Ryman, Cass Art

KidBearID

Each blind box 7" bear has its own unique streetwear style, inspired by music, art, and urban fashion. 

With a weighted freestanding base to stand upright for display, there are 12 unique bears to collect with interchangeable outfits and accessorie to mix, match, and style your own custom crew.

RRP £9.99

Age: 3+

Stockist: Smyths

i love aromie Bakery

Fill your sweet treat with the scent pod provided. Give their ear a squeeze to light up their cheeks and release a soft, visible mist that magically floats into the air, filling the space with the special, signature scent. 

Six treats to collect, each with their own distinct character and fragrance.

RRP £14.99

Age: 4+

Stockist: Smyths

Tamagotchi Original

Celebrate 30 years of Tamagotchi with the iconic virtual pet that started it all. This timeless collectible is packed with retro charm and nostalgic appeal; fans can feed, nurture and care for their digital companion wherever they go.

RRP £19.99

Age: 8+

Stockist: Amazon or our own online affiliate shop https://link.amazon/B0hQTjwpb

Littlest Pet Shop Pet Pairs

Collectible, colourful and full of personality,the Pet Pairs feature two adorable bobblin’ pets, themed accessories and a collector card revealing their unique traits. 

With four duos to discover, they’re perfect for imaginative play, collecting and gifting.

RRP £7.99

Age: 4+

Stockist: Smyths, Amazon or our own online affiilate shop https://link.amazon/B0cNwBWao

That's Christmas 365 thinks there's definitely something for everyone, there. Including adults who had a Tamagotchi back in the day!