How to Make Christmas Eve Magical

There's no occasion more magical than Christmas Eve. Santa and his band of merry reindeer are on their way with a sleighful of treats, and underneath the tree sit shiny, bow-embellished gifts in all shapes and sizes, just waiting to be unwrapped. It’s enough to tempt even the most patient of little ones. That’s where a Christmas Eve box comes in very handy.

A Christmas Eve box makes the wait extra special and keeps little ones happily entertained while you finish your preparations. You can get creative with the box itself, perhaps upcycling a basket or repurposing a Childrensalon Gift Box from presents past, then letting your children decorate it in the lead-up to the celebrations. Fill it with all their favourite things, or, if time is short with shopping and parties to attend, let a ready-made Christmas Eve hamper do the work for you.

The stockings are hung by the fireside, and they’re snuggled up on the sofa to watch their favourite festive movie before bed. This calls for their best pair of pyjamas and the accessories to match.

Look for soft two-piece sets with cheerful holiday motifs, festive bows, or timeless tartan patterns, perfect for a morning of opening presents. For extra warmth, consider matching slippers and thermal socks; these pieces are cosy, comfy and versatile enough to be worn long after the festivities. And if getting your little ones to sleep is a challenge, choose items made from breathable cotton or stretchy jersey to help them get their forty winks. More catching zeds; less jumping on beds.

With the kids all tucked up in bed, it’s time for the real magic to begin. Santa and his elves have been hard at work again this year, crafting nothing but the finest gifts to deliver on Christmas morning. And every boy and girl is guaranteed to be on the nice list when Liewood’s planet-friendly stocking is hanging from the mantelpiece.

We’ve also been getting word from St Nick himself that cuddly companions are top of everyone’s list this year. Whether they asked for Paddington Bear or our exclusive Beatrice & George bear, we can’t confirm, but what we do know is that both are sure to go down a treat. What else is sitting in Santa’s sleigh, we wonder? Sparkly accessories from Super Smalls, fun bath products from Mini U, and no Christmas stocking would be complete without a festive pair of socks. Christmas morning can't come soon enough!