Taking stock!

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They make Christmas morning magic, but in the seasonal rush it’s all too easy to leave stocking fillers until the last moment – and then get stuck for ideas. Help is at hand, ­ read on!

CHRISTMAS KNITTED KIDS BEANIE

From Mountain Warehouse

Price £7.49

One size

Warm, cosy and lightweight even on the coldest winter days, these colourful beanies with their soft fleece lining, pompom and character faces have instant appeal.

Visit www.mountainwarehouse.com

FUNKY SOCKS FOR KIDS

From ChattyFeet

Price £6.50

Sizes baby (3.5-6), toddler (7-9) child (9-12) and junior (12.5-2.5)

Choose from a colourful range of funky character socks, including Terminator JR and Sandy JR shown in the picture. They are all cotton-rich and machine washable.

Visit www.chattyfeet.com

GRUFFALO ART ACTIVITY SET

From RF Gifts

Price £8

Age 3+

A neat activity set in a tube containing all you need to mould and paint your very own Gruffalo, including a plaster mould, paints and crayons, stickers, colouring sheets and more.

Visit www.rfgifts.co.uk, also available at Blue Diamond Garden Centres

MINI U BATH BOMBS

From Mini U

Prices from £3.95

Age from birth

There’s nothing quite like a fizzly, bubbly bath bomb to get a reluctant child into the bath. Mini U offer a big range, and they are all allergen-free, kind to the skin and made from sustainable products.

Visit miniu.co.uk

HAPPY CHRISTMAS

From Penguin

Price £5.99

Age from birth

A bold, bright board book perfect for little hands to explore and discover the excitement of Christmas. There’s a touch-and-feel on every double page and it’s also great for slightly older children learning first words.

Visit www.penguin.co.uk

SWEET DREAMERS

From Sweet Dreamers

Price £9.99 - Ewan Snuggly

Age from Birth

The perfect choice for bedtime or on the go, Ewan Snuggly baby comforter offers familiar cuddles and reassurance for little ones. Made with plush fabrics to keep things cosy, the Velcro tail also helps to keep their favourite dummy or teether in tow!

Visit www.sweetdreamers.co.uk