In fact, there are many theories about how St. Nicholas Day came about. One of them is that Saint Nicholas of Myra is said to have distributed all his belongings among numerous children and the poor - and December 6th was declared a feast day in his honor. The tradition of giving someone else a gift on St. Nicholas Day, which is left in an old shoe or boot on their doorstep, has continued to this day. In most households, it is mainly children who receive gifts, but there is nothing wrong with giving an adult a little something on December 6th. If you still need inspiration, the following gift ideas for children and adults will help you.
1. In addition to traditional delicacies such as nuts and apples, biscuits or chocolate, children are also happy about smaller gift ideas, such as from Playmobil: There is a nice set from the popular toy manufacturer to match the Christmas theme - consisting of a Santa Claus and an angel. Including star staff and jute bag.
2. Alternatively, cuddly toys are very popular - especially if they have a Christmas theme and also come from a Disney film: such as Sven, the cheeky reindeer from the classic "Frozen" or his frosty one Pal Olaf, the lovable snowman from the film of the same name.
3. If you would rather give your offspring a Saint Nicholas gift with a religious reference, we recommend the cardboard picture book "The Story of Saint Nicholas" - suitable for children from the age of two. The content is written or painted in a child-friendly and understandable way and revolves around the question of who the bishop actually was?
4. On the other hand, things get musical with this tiptoi edition: "My most beautiful Christmas carols" with over 18 playback versions, which are not only intended to be listened to, but should also encourage you to sing along. In addition, the book enlightens your children about Christmas customs in other countries and what the Advent wreath is all about.
5. For the very creative kids there is also the right coloring book for Christmas - by and with Conni, who, as always, has her hands full. In order to sweeten the Advent season for you and the little fans, the coloring pad contains Christmas motifs, a few imaginative handicraft instructions and of course many funny puzzles.
1. With this bracelet, small nuts and bolts will never be lost again: the 15 integrated magnets ensure that the small parts stick to the surface firmly, so that hobby DIY enthusiasts can attach all the screws they need to their arm in the future. The bracelet is of course adjustable so that it fits every man's wrist.
2. No matter whether red or white wine, rosé or sparkling wine - the temperature plays a decisive role in many alcoholic beverages, so that they can develop their full taste. With the WMF Clever
3. For all fans of the Star Wars saga, this keychain is the perfect Santa Claus gift. From Darth Vader to R2-D2 to Chewbacca, you can choose between different characters - depending on which Disney hero is particularly popular with the person receiving the gift. As an additional gimmick, the pendant doubles as a mini flashlight.
4. To build anticipation for the upcoming Christmas, you can gift a Fir in a Tin: This is a kit containing seeds, dry granules and nutrients for the tree to use to grow its own spruce. The little fir only needs a little care to keep it growing and thriving.
5. Practical and imaginative at the same time, this gift includes three small gifts that all have one thing in common: beer. From the aromatic shower gel with brewer's yeast to a soothing bubble bath with hops extract to the iconic bottle opener, this Santa present is guaranteed to make men's hearts beat faster.
1. When the temperature drops, any woman who owns a bathtub and enjoys using it should consider herself lucky. The right Santa present here is a bath essence trial set with six different aromas (each 20 ml) and modes of action, which are designed to pamper your senses with every trick in the book.
2. If you still have no idea what to get your girlfriend, wife, colleague or relative for Santa Claus, there is one thing you can't go wrong with: perfume. A classic eau de toilette is available for little money, such as "Boss Orange" from Hugo Boss. You can find even more fragrance inspiration here.
3. The festival only really feels like Christmas with a Christmas tree - even if it has to be thrown away by January at the latest and was therefore only able to celebrate a short existence. So why not just grow your own tree? With this set you can watch your own Nordmann fir grow and protect the environment in the long term.
4. Whatever goes down well with many women, be it for St. Nicholas Day or Christmas, is jewelry. How about, for example, simple yet elegant ear studs made of 925 sterling silver with white zirconia? Especially in the Advent season, glittering and sparkling accessories come into their own.
5. Last but not least, tea is also a popular Santa Claus gift: in keeping with the pre-Christmas period, this set includes two different types of winter tea (100 grams of "Winter Plum" Rooibos tea and 100 grams of "Kaminstunden" fruit tea) - packed in a cute felt bag that what Santa Claus trousers look like.
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