Start a new festive family tradition with a December first box

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by Keya Modessa |
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We all know that children love Christmas but have you ever wondered how to make the entire month of December magical? You will already have heard of Christmas Eve boxes, but December box ideas are a more recent concept. Gifted on the first of December, families can enjoy 24 days of festive fun with a special box that they can unwrap together to help kick off the festive season. There's so much you can fill your box with think everything from Christmas pyjamas to Christmas chocolate and small gifts.

These boxes could easily become a new family tradition bringing the joy of Christmas and starting the countdown a little earlier. Kids, as well as grown ups will love opening them come December first.

Best December Boxes

Like the idea? We've hunted down some of the best December boxes and some that are pre-filled, to spread joy to your loved ones and kick-start the excitement for the festive season.

Best December crate box

december first gift box Etsy

This wooden Christmas crate box has a rustic touch and is finished in natural pine. Each Christmas crate is made in Dorset from FSC pine so you can be sure it's solid and sturdy and also comes with two cut out handles. Buy one for the family and personalise it with the family name for an extra special touch and then simply add a selection of different goodies each year to help get the festivities started. We're thinking a cosy blanket, slippers even socks. It's also a great size to add as much as you'd like because, let's face it - you can easily get carried away. One review said: "Really good size, I opted for a family one rather than one for each child and it’s perfect, can fit plenty in it. Will be used for many Christmases to come!"

Pros

  • Made from sustainable timber
  • Good size
  • Cut out handles make it easy to lift
  • Each one is handmade

Cons

  • Crate comes empty so you have to fill yourself
  • Only one size available

Best personalised december box

December boxEtsy

Made from sturdy kraft card, this personalised foil Christmas box comes in a number of different sizes so you don't have to limit yourself when filling it up. Each box can be customised with names and you can even pick your own foil colour! We also love the fact that they come flat packed ready to be assembled and can be stored away to be used again next year. Perhaps the naughty Elf can fill it with different surprises every year and deliver it when he arrives. Add a personal touch, a name or nickname and watch your children's faces light up as they open it.

Pros

  • Space saving as it can be flat packed and put away for next year
  • Comes in different sizes
  • Can personalise
  • Comes in different foil colours

Cons

  • Comes empty and ready to fill

Best Grinch December box

Grinchmas December boxEtsy

Who knew the Grinch could bring so much holiday cheer? Delight your loved ones with this Merry Grinchmas December gift box. This sturdy, high-quality box is the perfect way to gift Christmas goodies like festive pyjamas, cosy onesies, hot chocolate, marshmallows and more. Be warned though, you may end up stealing it for yourself! One satisfied customer rated it A+ for quality and service. One things for sure, this year the Grinch’s has got your Christmas covered.

Pros

  • Comes in two different sizes
  • Can be personalised
  • Can be filled with your own festive treats
  • Sent flat packed

Cons

  • Design may be too simple for some

BEST fully personalised box

Pine December boxAmazon
Price: $32.99

Whether you gift this one to your kids, grandparents or partner, you can add your own custom text for a truly unique touch. What's more is you can keep it in the family and pass it down as a beautiful keepsake box filled with festive memories as well as those must-have treats including Christmas pyjamas, board games, socks and more. Each box brings its own rustic charm and character, made from solid pine wood, with metal hinges and even a clasp lock. It's such a great size you can add a few things to it when you see something inspiring without worrying that it won't fit. One review said "It's absolutely beautiful and everything I hoped for. The size, the picture, the font, the quality. From his first Christmas, to his teens, and more, I will use the box every Christmas." How's that for positive feedback?

Pros

  • Sturdy box that can be used over and over
  • Comes in a variety of sizes
  • You can add your own custom text

Cons

  • Could be fiddly for little ones to open because of the lock

Best December letterbox gift

We love this handy December letterbox gift that comes pre-filled with a few gifts perfect for little ones. Address it to the kids so they can open it as soon as it drops through the letter box. It comes with Christmas socks, two letters to Santa (one envelope) stickers and a magic key to leave out for Santa on Christmas Eve (along with his cookies!). This letterbox will definitely bring a smile to little faces and add an extra layer of festive cheer to the unwrapping experience come December. One happy customer said: "Wrapped to perfection - such a fantastic price for what you get inside!"

Pros

  • Choose your own sock design
  • Add your own personalisation

Cons

  • Letterbox size so not as large as others

December first FAQs

What do people start doing on December first

Many families have their own traditions come December first. Most get their Christmas tree and decor up, others welcome a naughty elf into their homes as well as watching Christmas movies.

What should be in a December first box?

This depends on the individual putting together the box. Good gifts include socks, woolly hats, pyjamas, festive games, Christmas colouring books even the advent calendar can go in here.

Keya Modessa, is our Senior Digital Writer and brings over a decade of experience from the digital realm to Mother&Baby. As a mother of two, Keya understands the joys and challenges of modern parenthood and uses her own experience, to give practical advice. Keya has worked across national publications including glossy women's mags, Food and Travel, and more recently Muddy Stilettos.

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