Present for DiL

A hamper of smelly stuff that she likes? Or a voucher for afternoon tea with champagne? It's difficult when things are only just opening up.

Depends on how much you want to spend. A Jo Malone candle is my go to gift or something from Hotel Chocolat.

What have you got for DS?

All I would say is don’t choose some kind of ornament for the house. If she doesn’t like it, it will be embarrassing for her.

Does she wear scarves? Earrings?

What are her hobbies?

Does she collect anything eg Emma Bridgewater?
Do you know her taste?
I like Lucca's ideas (because I like earrings and scarves ?)
A vase maybe?

Can you ask your son what she likes?
Is he a reliable source? ?

Hope that you are feeling better btw Dragonfly

Without an idea of a budget it is difficult to know what to suggest.

Maybe a voucher for something local? I have been given vouchers for afternoon tea at a local outlet, which were very welcome, and also vouchers to use at my hairdresser. If you can do a bit of research into what is available locally to her, you might find something she would like.

Does she garden? I’ve just bought a newly moved friend a gardening journal, you can note what comes up when, planting plans etc. It’s also quite a pretty book.

Spa products.

I don't really have a budget. DS's present is an expensive bottle of whiskey I bought for Christmas but couldn't send.

Fanny I am feeling much better thank you.

A vase is a possibility although I thought something more personal. I think she likes essential oils. I have asked my son and he has said he will think about it which probably means he will ask her. That may not be a bad thing as she has particular tastes.

I ask my son if DIL needs new perfume or makeup I know the brands she uses. I do the same for our SIL it saves them laying out the money and it’s getting them what they like. I did used to buy random presents but prefer something personal now.

Those Neom oils are lovely and quite expensive so not something you’d buy for yourself.

DS sent me Cowshed toiletries for Mothers' Day. They were new to me and I love them so much I'm paradoxically reluctant to use them up. The fragrances are gorgeous and the body lotion doesn't fade during the day.

I wouldn't buy any ornaments unless you know for sure what she likes. Perfume is nice if you know what she uses. Earrings and scarves also, as Lucca said, although it helps if you know what colours she wears.

If she likes spa products and soaking in the bath what about a luxe bathrobe to curl up in. Or an atomiser for her essential oils? You can buy chargeable ones now that she can take in the bathroom for her essential oils.

Something from Neals Yard would be my suggestion if she likes essential oils .

Organic , cruelty free and British www.nealsyardremedies.com/about-us/our-brand.list

How about a gift voucher for a pamper afternoon at a local health spa. Maybe she has some hobbies and get her a gift voucher for Colmans? Try asking your son for some ideas.

My Dil`s love Boots vouchers and tend to spend them when they go on holiday.

Or something like a slim neck chain in gold or silver, that she can wear everyday. I have a lovely silver one that I only really take off when I want to wear something special for an occasion.

When I first went to stay with DD who lives abroad I bought a selection of Molton Brown shower gels, hand-wash, handcreams and candles.

If she likes spa products she may like a electric diffuser with a selection of oils. Neom , or the white company both do them.
Does she like bracelets, a nice silver one with a personal charm, or a charm related to a hobby could be good.

Thank you ladies - I am going with the Neom oils!

Have you thought about a diffuser that can burn the oils? I had one as a gift last year and I like it a lot!

Thank you Daisy I think that is something I will ask her about before I buy one but yes.