Christmas Wish List 2020

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The most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner! I’d hate to be a party pooper or the bearer of bad news, but Christmas 2020 is certainly going to be different from the other Christmas holidays we’ve had before. Christmas is supposed to be the shining beacon at the end of a sh*tty year. Had we known in December 2019 that in 2020, the world will go through a long and dark tunnel — if we could — we would have put Christmas spirit in jars and open a jar for every month of 2020! We’ve already missed out on spending time with our families and friends for the most part of the year. What will Christmas 2020 be like? With the Coronavirus second wave upon us — are we most likely to spend Christmas in another lockdown?

 

Christmas is everyone’s shorthand to happiness and hope. A Christmas wish list should start with knowing that the true spirit of Christmas lies in our hearts; let us keep our hearts filled with love, joy, and positive vibes. Safe to say, everyone’s number one wish list for this Christmas is a Coronavirus vaccine that is 100% effective. The world may have grown weary and heartbroken for the majority of 2020, but at Christmas, the world becomes hopeful and joyful. For Christmas is neither a season nor a time — it is a frame of mind. Christmas is also a celebration of gift-giving. Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more. No one has ever become poor by giving. With that in mind, Maria in Vancouver has made a wish list — gift ideas for this year’s Christmas.

 

It’s been financially tough for everyone this year and with still no vaccine in sight, we might have to continue to tighten our apron strings. There are many ways you can give thoughtful gifts on a limited budget. Remember, it’s the thought that counts. Here are Maria’s tips on great gift ideas without spending too much:

 

Give acts of service. If you’re thinking of buying a gift for your Mom and you’re on a tight budget — offer to clean the house for her for a month. Run errands for your Dad such as buying groceries or his medication for him. Cook meals for a week for your family. Walk the family dog on a daily basis for a year.

 

Create a music playlist. You can create a music-playlist and share it with your friends online. There are three tested personalized streaming music services that will let you easily create a playlist online and, better still, share it with friends, wherever in the world they might be. Try Mixtape.me, 8tracks, and Grooveshark. Go ahead and try these sites for creating free music playlists and share it with your friends and families.

 

Bake something. Cook something. Bake a cake. A sourdough bread. Crinkles. Macarons. Create your own preserve jams and put it in a nice mason jar. Bake sushi. The list goes on.

 

Give from your garden. If you are a Plantito or a Plantita, give a bouquet of fresh flowers from your garden. Buy some small and cute terracotta vases and fill it with succulents. Give them their own gardening kits for beginners from your garden.

 

Give the gift of time. Spend some quality time with your loved one. With your Mom. Your Dad. Your sister. Brother. Best friend. The greatest gift you can give someone is your quality time because when you give your time, you are giving a portion of your life that you never get back.

 

Recycle gifts wisely. Odds are, there will always be something in your home that may no longer be of use to you, but someone else can appreciate it. Shop from your home, literally and de-clutter at the same time!

 

Be creative with your gifts. If you’re an artist or someone who loves to draw and paint, give your loved ones your masterpieces. Sketch them their own portraits. Create your own calendar. Make a video of them. Create a photo collage of them.

 

 

For those, who have no budget constraints, Maria has compiled a few suggestions for you this holiday:

Gift Ideas for the Woman in your life.

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Amazon’s Seneo wireless charger. 

CDN$36.99

 

This aesthetically pleasing charging station gives all of her go-to electronics a power boost without any additional cords. It is compatible with iPhone 11 Pro Max/X/XS/XR/8P, Apple Watch, Air Pods, Note 10/9, and Galaxy S10/S9. Has no adapter. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).

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Amazon’s Nature’s Blossom Indoor Herb Garden Starter Kit.

CDN$29.99

 

A unique garden gift idea. Instead of getting your loved one another gift, get her a hobby instead! This garden kit makes a fantastic gift choice for women who have it all and are looking for a fun activity to experiment. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).

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Holt Renfrew’s Jo Malone Luxury Bauble Collection.

CDN$280

 

This set of six decorative baubles are each filled with a duo of surprises including miniature Colognes, Candles and Bath & Body essentials. A much-coveted collectible, these luxurious baubles can be kept to dress your Christmas tree for years to come. You may ask your local department stores for Jo Malone products. 

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Ted Baker London leather key ring and cardholder gift set.

British pound £55

 

Show someone special how much you care with the LYLLAA gift set. Featuring a heart-shaped key ring and handy cardholder, both crafted from 100% leather, makes it practical and a pretty present. Ted Baker London does ship to over 200 countries. There are Ted Baker stores in Canada and in the Philippines.

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Chanel No. 5 Fragrance.

CDN$385 for a 30ml

 

Pamper your lady with the gift of timeless fragrance. A visionary bouquet of flowers and aldehydes. A perfume like no other – epitome of class and elegance.

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Sephora’s Charlotte Tilbury Limited Edition Bejewelled Instant Eyeshadow Palette.

CDN $95.00

 

The colors are unique and vibrant! This is an amazing addition to any makeup collection — perfect for this holiday season! Sephora does ship to over 200 countries.

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Tiffany and Co. Heart Tag Charm Bracelet.

CDN$520

 

Inspired by the iconic key ring first introduced in 1969, this heart tag charm bracelet is a truly classic and timeless design.  This bracelet embodies the collection’s celebrated aesthetic. Sterling silver and size medium, 7.5″ long. You may check Rustan’s for Tiffany products. 

Gift Ideas for the Man in your life.

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Amazon’s Maybeau Beard kit for Men Grooming.

CDN$27.99

 

This grooming set is geared to make the man in your life looking clean and impeccable! The kit includes : Beard Kit for Men Grooming, MayBeau Beard Care Kit with Beard Oil, Beard Brush, Beard Comb, Beard Balm, Beard Shaping Tool, Beard & Mustache Scissors. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).

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Amazon’s TESLYAR Wooden Docking Station Organizer.

CDN$73.80

 

Guaranteed to help keep your beau organized! Wood Phone Docking Station with Ash Key Holder, Wallet Stand, and Watch Organizer. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days)

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Apple’s iPhone 12 Pro Max.

CDN$1,959 with 512GB of storage

 

5G goes Pro. How can any man resist an A14 Bionic rocket past every other smartphone chip? The Pro camera system takes advanced low-light photography to the next level — with an even bigger jump on iPhone 12 Pro Max. It has Ceramic Shield that delivers four times better drop performance.

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Apple’s Watch Series 6 GPS + Cellular 44mm

CDN$699.99

Apple Watch Series 6 is the new high-end model with blood oxygen tracking, a faster S6 chip, a next-generation always-on altimeter, and new casing options like blue aluminum and graphite stainless steel. It’s the only hip accessory your man would need this Christmas!

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Kiehl’s Men’s Grab n’ Go Set.

CDN40.00

 

This exclusive Holiday Set includes a 75ml moisturizer, body scrub, and a 30ml facewash. Check your local department stores for Kiehl products. In Vancouver, there’s Kiehl at Robson St. In the Philippines, there’s Kiehl at Rockwell, Shangri-la, EDSA, and at Greenbelt 5.

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Brooks Brothers Cotton-Cashmere Duck-Embroidered Sweater.

USD$83.65

 

Plush cashmere and soft cotton with a fun duck pattern lend this classic sweater a  comfortable and cozy feel. It is finished with rib-knit banding at the cuffs, hem, and crewneck. Brooks Brothers does ship to over 200 countries. 90% cotton, 10% cashmere; machine wash; imported. You may shop Brooks Brothers for Men Online at ZALORA Philippines.

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Beringer Private Reserve Chardonnay 2016 750 ML and/or Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 750 ML.

CDN$60.98 / CDN$46.99

 

The Beringer Private Reserve Chardonnay is created with much expertise — it has a fruity taste leaving you with a luscious flavour making it a true Private Reserve wine. On the other hand, the Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet is a Bordeaux blend with silky tannins with aromas of dried herbs, cedar, lavender, clove laced with figs, black cherry, currants, boysenberry, huckleberry, raspberry, and hints of black olive, wild sage and mocha chocolate. Call your local wine stores for local pricing and availability.

Gift Ideas for our Mothers/Mothers-in-law in our
lives.

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Gift certificate for spa salon.

Check your local spa for pricing and packages.

Give a Gift that Promotes Wellness

 

Spa treatments improve your health and well being. The effects can allow the body time to re-generate, improve blood circulation, release serotonin, and eliminate body toxins. These are just a few of many benefits you can experience during your visit to the spa.

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Le Creuset Skillet Set.

CDN$399

 

This set is perfect for anyone who deeply appreciates versatility. The 26-cm Iron Handle Skillet is an indispensable tool that can be used from stovetop to oven to cook anything from seared protein, roasted vegetables, breads, as well as a host of sweet treats. The square skillet grill allows cooks to enjoy the delicious flavour of an outdoor grill all year long, while the Panini Press acts as a perfect compliment to the Square Skillet Grill to help create restaurant-worthy grilled sandwiches. You may purchase Le Creuset products through Lazada online. 

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Amazon’s Gordon Ramsay Quick and Delicious: 100 Recipes to Cook in 30 Minutes or Less.

CDN$39.60

 

Create chef-quality food without spending hours in the kitchen. These are the recipes and straightforward tips you need to make good food fast. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).

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Amazon’s Burt’s Bees Essential Everyday Beauty Gift Set.

CDN$14.97

 

Treat your Mom or Mom-in-law with this beauty gift set. Get the head to toe spa experience at home. Give the gift of ultimate nurturing with Burt’s Bees Essential Beauty Gift Set. Included are five trial size versions of Burt’s Bees favorites that pamper and nurture — deep cleansing cream, body lotion, lip balm, hand salve, and foot cream. Burt’s Bees gift set products are made with natural ingredients. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).

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Sephora’s Yves Saint Laurent Mini Rouge Purse Couture Lipstick Set.

CDN$65.00

 

These are vibrant colours that will truly excite our Moms: Blood Red 01, Berry Rose 09, Bright Orange 13, Nude 70. They give a smooth finish, nourish your lips, and smell amazing. This is truly a luxury product. Sephora does ship to over 200 countries.

Gift Ideas for our Fathers/Fathers-in-law in our
lives.

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Nespresso VertuoPlus Deluxe Black Round Head & Aeroccino Bundle.

CDN$319.00

 

The Aeroccino is bundled with the Vertuo coffee machine, ideal to prepare cold or hot milk froth for a wide variety of recipes based on both Espresso and Coffee.

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Nespresso The Best Sellers Vertuo Pack.

CDN$64.40

Assortment of 60 Vertuo Capsules

 

Discover a selection of the bestselling Vertuo coffees, including the new Limited Edition Il Caffè. This assortment contains rich coffee flavours such as Il Caffè, Melozio, Odacio, Intenso, and Stormio.

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Amazon’s Funchious The Grandfather Gift Premium Men’s Shirt.

CDN$18.50

 

Funchious presents 100% pre-shrunk cotton tees with Canadian humour graphics. Funchious tees are printed in Canada, using only the best quality environment friendly ink which doesn’t wear off on wash or stretch. Available in Small, Medium, Large, X-Large and XX-Large sizes. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).

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Kiehl’s Customer Favourites.

CDN$70.00

 

All of Kiehl’s customer favourites wrapped in an exclusive holiday set with an unbeatable value even the stingy Grinch couldn’t miss! This exclusive Holiday Set includes facial cream, facial cleanser, hydration mask, eye treatment, and midnight recovery concentrate. In Vancouver, there’s Kiehl at Robson St. In the Philippines, there’s Kiehl at Rockwell, Shangri-la, EDSA, and at Greenbelt 5.

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Brooks Brothers’ Ray-Ban® Wayfarer Sunglasses with Madras.

CDN$75.00

 

Grandpa would look über cool wearing this! Simply the most recognizable style in sunwear. The distinct shape is paired with the traditional Ray-Ban® signature logo on the sculpted temples. 100% UV protection. Made in Italy. Comes with a Ray-Ban® case and box. You may shop Brooks Brothers for Men Online at ZALORA Philippines.

Gift Ideas for our Daughters (age 14-29) in our lives.

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Lululemon’s Wunder Train High-Rise Tight 25″ Special Edition.

CDN$118.00

 

Train hard, not hot — and look fabulous! Lululemon is a must-have for all women who love yoga pants! It is highly breathable and quickly wicks sweat so you feel less sweaty during (and after) your workout. Check your local Lululemon stores or Lazada.

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Lululemon’s The Reversible Mat 5mm.

CDN$78.00

Another must-have Lululemon product, from Hatha to hot yoga or for stretching, this natural rubber mat has a grippy top layer that helps you find balance and comfort as you work out. Check your local Lululemon stores or Lazada.

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Kate Spade New York Spencer slim crossbody.

USD$98.00

 

A beautiful slim cross body with open top made with soft saffiano leather, a perfect gift for any woman of any age! Check out Kate Spade products at Rustan’s or Lazada.

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Kate Spade New York black dot long pj set.

USD$78.00

 

This stylish and trendy PJs is made of 95% polyester and 5% spandex. It has a cute dot pattern and is easy to wash: machine wash cold with like colors; gentle cycle; only non-chlorine bleach when needed; tumble dry low; remove promptly; low iron if needed; do not iron on decorative trim. Check out Kate Spade products at Rustan’s or Lazada.

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Sephora’s BYOB: Bring Your Own Beauty Set

limited edition · exclusive.

CDN$54.00

 

A set that includes: They‘re Real! mascara, the Gimme Brow+ brow gel, the Hoola powder bronzer, and the POREfessional face primer. This set contains a full-size, award-winning: They‘re Real! Lengthening & Volumizing Mascara, a full-size Gimme Brow+ Brow Volumizing Fiber Gel, a full-size Hoola Matte Bronzer, and a mini size of the number-one face primer, The POREfessional Smoothing Face Primer. Sephora does ship to over 200 countries. 

Gift Ideas for our Sons (age 14-29) in our lives.

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Nike Air Max Plus 3.

USD$250.00

 

The Nike Air Max Plus 3 updates the original Tuned Air experience with TPU details fused to the upper. The iconic colour fade keeps the heritage street cred intact. Check your local  Nike stores for availability and local pricing.

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Nike Sportswear Tech Fleece Hoodie.

USD$170.00

 

The Nike Sportswear Tech Fleece Hoodie is made from a double-sided spacer fabric that adds warmth to your fit without adding extra weight or bulk. The asymmetrical zip provides an easy-on-and-off fit and multiple styling options. Check your local  Nike stores for availability and local pricing.

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Amazon’s DoSHIn 4 in 1 Wireless Charger, 15W Wireless Charging Dock.

CDN$31.99

 

An easy way to charge your electronics with no more plugging in and out troubles, simply place your phone and enjoy the charging convenience. This wireless charger makes your life more convenient, feels more comfortable, safer and compatible with iPhone 12/12 Pro/11/X/XS/XR/8 Plus, Apple Pencil 1, Airpods Pro/2/1, iWatch Series; Wireless Charging Stand for Samsung Galaxy/Note. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days). 

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Ted Baker London BRANN Webbing backpack.

British Pound £69

 

If you’re looking for the perfect new bag, the impeccable Ted Baker London BRANN design is a must-have for men of all ages! Its spacious everyday style is secured with a zip, is fully lined for the highest of quality, and has plenty of pockets – ideal for storing the essentials. Ted Baker London does ship to over 200 countries. There are Ted Baker stores in Canada and in the Philippines.

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Amazon’s Witty Fashions T-Shirt Witty Fashions Funcle

CDN$17.99

 

This witty inspired design “Funcle” featuring in front of the shirt is a definite hit and sure to make you standout among friends. The shirt is 100% pre-shrunk soft cotton fabric and has been proudly designed and printed in Canada. Witty Fashions use the best quality ink which is not just environment safe but highly crack resistant as well. This shirt is definitely going to attract attention and might even help any bachelor snag their future girlfriend! There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).

Gift Ideas for our children (age 7-13) in our lives.

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Amazon’s National Geographic Kids 5,000 Awesome Facts (About Everything!) Book.

CDN$17.04

 

Presenting the next must-have, fun-filled gift book from the team that created Ultimate Weird But True, 5,000 Cool Facts About Everything treats kids to brain candy and eye candy all rolled into one treasure trove of high-interest fascinating facts. Filled with photographs, this beautifully-designed book is organized into two-page spreads that each focus on a different topic, making it easy and fun to read. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days). 

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Amazon’s GBD Smartwatch for Girls, Boys, Kids Walkie Talkie Game Smart Watch with Camera Touch Screen Pedometer, Wrist Bracelet Kids Electronic Watches Birthday Holiday Toys Gifts (Black).

CDN$56.99

 

Main features include fun walkie talkie, clock quiz with puzzle games, emojis, camera, album that they can share with friends, fitness tracker, parental control management, and 20 different clock faces! There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).

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Amazon’s Modern Kid Press The 3 Minute Gratitude Journal for Kids: A Journal to Teach Children to Practice Gratitude and Mindfulness.

CDN$8.99

The 3 Minute Gratitude Journal is a guide to cultivate an attitude of gratitude for children. It is a wonderful way to develop our children to practice self exploration designed to focus on being thankful for what they have, the big things in life, as well as the simple joys. Each well-designed and kid-friendly daily spread contains space to list out three things your children are thankful for, a person who brought them joy and how they felt about their day. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).  

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Amazon’s America’s Test Kitchen Kids The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs: 100+ Recipes that You’ll Love to Cook and Eat.

CDN$17.39

 

Develop your kids to become the next Iron Chef! This book will help them bake the most-awesome-ever cupcakes! They will learn to create breakfast tacos on Sunday mornings! They will learn to prepare  a quick snack after school. It’s all here. Learn to cook like a pro! It’s easier than you think. For the first time ever, America’s Test Kitchen is bringing their scientific know-how, rigorous testing, and hands-on learning to KIDS in the kitchen! Also available as a Kindle e-book. Kindle eBooks can be read on any device with the free Kindle app. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).

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Amazon’s Mad Libs Diary of a Wimpy Kid

CDN$4.99

 

Fun yet good practice of nouns, verbs and adjectives. Bring on the fun grammar practice! This little book is so much fun. And the best thing is, it can be done over and over again with a million different words. Highly recommended it. What a fun way to practice verbs, adjectives and nouns! Fans of the  Diary of a Wimpy Kid book-series will go crazy for the brand-new Mad Libs, featuring 21 fill-in-the-blank stories starring Greg, Rowley, Manny, and the rest of the gang! There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).

Gift Ideas for our babies and toddlers (age 1-6) in our lives.

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Janie and Jack Baby Velour First Christmas Footed 1-piece Item 100036520

USD$27.99

 

Especially created for baby’s first Christmas, this plush velour one-piece with a mini Santa hat graphic is simply adorable! Plus, a footed design means no lost socks. Made of 80% Cotton and 20% Polyester. Janie and Jack offer Economy and Express shipping services for international orders. Orders shipping International Economy are delivered via DHL and are typically delivered within 16 business days. 

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Shop Disney The Child Real Moves Plush by Mattel – Star Wars: The Mandalorian – Pre-Order

USD$69.99

 

Embrace your guardian skills when you assume control of the Child from Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Using the wrist strap remote control unit with its joystick, you can command the creature affectionately known as ”Baby Yoda.” Make him follow you, spin around, move his ears, head and arms, play hide and seek, make sounds, and more. Ages 3+. You may want to check out online — Disney.ph.

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Shop Disney Minnie Mouse Smoothie Shop Play Set.

USD$22.00

 

Minnie shakes things up in a fun way with her Smoothie Shop Play Set. Serving up a smile and a selection of delicious delights at her adorably cute Minnie’s Juice Bar, the host is joined by her feline-friend Figaro and is ready to take your order. Ages3+. You may want to check out online — Disney.Ph. 

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Amazon’s Colorshow See and Spelling Words Matching Letter Puzzles Games Toys for Boys Girls Toddlers – Prefect Learning Gifts.

CDN$24.99

 

Spell alphabet matching cards contain 28 two-sided flashcards and 52 wooden letter blocks puzzles, combining suitable patterns to put suitable wooden blocks, kids can easily handle letters to spell 3 and 4 letter words. It is a great way for them to learn the alphabet and words. Ages 1-4. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).

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Amazon’s Juia Wooden Shape Sorting Stacking Blocks Toys for Toddler Boys Girls – Best Learning Gift.

CDN$22.99

 

The Montessori toy includes a wooden base with 10 posts that can accommodate all kinds of shapes. The column and hole design of the learning toy is perfect for kids playing pair matching games. The 4 shapes are triangle, circle, square and rectangle. 1-5-year-old boys and girls can use their imagination to stack these puzzle blocks to create different combinations. The 4 colors are red, green, yellow, and blue. Bright colors will attract the attention of kids. There are three types of shipping times from Amazon to Philippines: Standard shipping (18-26 days) Expedited shipping (5-10 days), and Priority shipping (3-6 days).