Filling a Christmas Keepsake Box with a whole lot of family-friendly goodies is a fun way to get your household into the spirit of Christmas prior to Christmas Eve! To see why we love creating festive traditions with Christmas Keepsake Boxes, the following ideas are made for the whole family to enjoy.
Whether you know it as a Christmas Keepsake Box, December 1st Box, or Christmas Eve Box, this is a fun Christmas tradition we have seen grow in popularity over recent years. And although some might debate that it is just another splash-of-cash commitment, most of the Christmas Keepsake Box ideas that we offer are based on items that are generally bought anyway; just presented a little differently.
And the great news – if you find that you work harder than Rudolph pulling a sleigh of gifts on Christmas Eve, a Christmas Keepsake Box can actually help make that workload feel lighter. Highly flexible in its contents, a Christmas Keepsake Box can be a boredom buster; a host’s helper; a family entertainer; or a timeout taker, and then some!
Christmas Keepsake Box ideas are completely adaptable. Much like many of the other Christmas traditions, you can swap and change any of the “rules” to suit your own family.
Christmas Keepsake Box Ideas
Before you get started planning hat to put inside, choose yourself a Christmas Keepsake Box. We think that wooden keepsake boxes make the perfect place to package and present your Christmas Keepsake Box ideas. Their classic design and sturdy structure ensure they’ll serve you well for many years to come.
Once you’ve selected a suitable Christmas Keepsake Box for your family, the next step is to collate a list of gifts to include. But don’t worry, we’ve taken care of this strenuous task for you! Keep reading to discover our helpful ideas of Christmas Keepsake Box goodies perfect to keep you and your clan extra festive this year.
Christmas Keepsake Boxes for the Whole Family
Christmas Keepsake Boxes generally vary per family or household. Contrary to popular perception, Christmas Keepsake Boxes are not just for the young ones, but can definitely be enjoyed by families and friends of all ages!
Those with children will typically have a Christmas Keepsake Box filled with more items to keep the kiddos entertained and enrich the magic of Christmas. Whilst empty nesters might enjoy Christmas Keepsake Box ideas that offer more sentimentality, singles or couples may opt for Christmas Keepsake Box ideas with a culinary focus or lay the groundwork for Christmas traditions for their future family such as enjoying Christmas movies and hanging Christmas stockings.
Christmas Keepsake Boxes to Help Get Ready for Santa
For the believers, these Christmas Keepsake Box ideas are perfect for keeping up the spirit of Christmas and preparing for Santa’s arrival. After all, that’s a lot of the focus on Christmas Eve.
#1 Santa’s Snack On-the-Go
When Santa visits, it is very important that he have his special Santa snack and beverage. Whether a cookie or a homemade snack, a glass of water, juice, tea, or a beer; you will always need somewhere to plate it up. A festive-themed plate or platter for Santa, and a festive mug too, makes a great idea for the Christmas Keepsake Box.
#2 Reindeer Food
Help guide Santa and his trusty clan with some magic reindeer food. Whip up a batch, place it in your Christmas Keepsake Box to take out and sprinkle on the lawn on Christmas Eve. Then Santa’s clan can have a snack to nibble on while Santa delivers his Christmas gifts.
This is a Christmas Keepsake Box idea that will enhance the spirit of Christmas for anyone.
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#3 Christmas Stocking
No matter how old you are, you are never too old for your own personalised stocking at Christmastime. This is a Christmas Keepsake Box idea that epitomises the spirit of Christmas no matter the time of the year. Everyone hanging their stockings together on December 1st or Christmas Eve is a special tradition to be treasured.
#4 Letter to Santa
Craft pieces are a must-have Christmas Keepsake Box filler for the kids who are old enough to write a letter to Santa. Stack your Christmas Keepsake Box with craft supplies such as paper, special Christmas pencils, glue, and glitter. Then ask your little ones to pen a letter about what they loved this year and the gifts they hope to receive from Santa when he stops by.
Christmas Keepsake Boxes for Festive Fun
Following are some Christmas Keepsake Box ideas for the entire family to embrace the spirit and whimsiness of Christmas.
#1 Welcome Santa into Your Home
Welcome Santa with a simple ‘Santa stop here’ sign, a Santa whiteboard that your kids can use to count down to Santa’s visit every year, or cheery cushion covers. We love this Christmas Keepsake Box idea for easy, festive fun. How do you want to greet Santa this year?
#2 Scribble Time
Set the kids (of any size!) free with chalk on your driveway to draw magical messages and pretty pictures to welcome Santa and his crew. Crayola offer a range of sidewalk chalk that we love for this Christmas Keepsake Box fun for the entire family.
Christmas Keepsake Boxes to Unwind
Enjoy some downtime with the family before things get busy and exciting the next day with these relaxing Christmas Keepsake Box fillers.
#1 Christmas Movies
Your favourite festive flick, or our selection of Memorable Christmas Movies are a great addition to your Christmas Keepsake Box to share with the family throughout the festive season. It could be a classic family-friendly DVD, or some popcorn and treats to share while watching from your streaming service of choice. This is a great way to keep the kids and young-at-heart entertained if you need them out of your hair for five minutes, and also a great reason to rest your feet for an hour or two and spend some special festive family time together.
#2 Christmas Mini Pamper
While taking some time out watching a festive flick, treat yourself to a well-deserved pamper session. As a Christmas Keepsake Box idea, stock the box with a foot soak and mini Christmas towel. Then grab a tub and sit back and relax for half an hour or two. Don’t forget to get all dressed up in your Christmas PJ’s too.
To add a bit of festive sparkle, paint your toenails in some festive-coloured nail polish when you are done, all ready for the upcoming month of celebrations.
#3 Christmas Story
In an attempt to calm the kids excitement and get them settled for bed, and maybe just for yourself too at the end of a busy day of prepping and preparing, a Christmas book is the perfect Christmas Keepsake Box idea.
With so many beautiful Christmas stories to choose from, I have recently discovered The Christmasasarus by Tom Fletcher, which is a lovely story that is great for any age. You can find it online at Booktopia, Audible, QBD Books, and Dymocks, as well as other retailers.
Image source: Booktopia, Big W
* Tip: for some extra downtime for the kids, you could include a Christmas puzzle book too.
Christmas Keepsake Boxes for Unique Keepsakes and Décor
Last but definitely not least, these Christmas Keepsake Box ideas are perfect for adding some extra Christmas magic around the home.
#1 Personalised Bauble or Christmas Decoration
Personalised Christmas decorations never get old. And it does not matter how old you are, personalised decorations are probably one of the most popular Christmas Keepsake Box ideas that we know of. A personalised bauble or Christmas tree decoration is the perfect addition for everyone in the family, furry friends included.
See the range of beautiful personalised Christmas baubles and decorations that we have available at The Christmas Cart. And for the crafty-inclined, you can even make your own Christmas baubles to include!
* Tip: see how to create some beautiful craft baubles for an extra special Christmas Keepsake box idea. You could pre-decorate them. Or include all the pieces and have a family Christmas craft session.
#2 Christmas Ornament
Perfect for adding some extra twinkle to the room and really set the mood, you might like to include a beautiful light-up Christmas ornament and angels into your Christmas Keepsake box too. This idea is as magical as it is as wonderful. Ornaments and angels make a beautiful idea for honouring a loved one at Christmas too.
#3 Christmas Memories
For a Christmas Keepsake box idea full of memories, include a Christmas photo gift. You can make it an annual tradition by displaying the frame, bauble, or keyring with a photo from the previous year. Or swap it out with a current photo (if you have one ready to go) to put on display. Then continue the lovely tradition in the years to come.
Christmas Keepsake Box ideas are all about including items and activities that are perfectly suited for you and your family. Festive or fun, boredom buster or entertainer, the choice is completely yours! Regardless of what you put inside, Christmas Keepsake boxes and their contents are sure to create many treasured memories.
For plenty more Christmas Keepsake Box filler ideas, traditions, and inspiration, including tips for cooking, gift wrapping and decorating, check out our blogs and online store at The Christmas Cart.