December Kickoff: Your Christmas Prep Checklist

GiftList Team / 27 Nov, 2025

December is here—and with it comes the most magical and, at the same time, busiest month of the year. There are commitments, meetings, Christmas shopping, trips, gift lists, New Year's preparations, and that constant feeling that time is flying by. Without a plan, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, overspend, or rush to buy last-minute gifts.

The good news? GiftList is here to help you stay calm and in control. With GiftList, you can create and share detailed gift lists for every family member and friend, so no one gets left out.

By starting your holiday planning with GiftList, you turn chaos into joy, keeping the focus on what really matters: spending quality time with your loved ones without stress.

We have 3 tips on how GiftList can be your trusted companion for a peaceful and joyful holiday season.

Build Your Gift Lists

Kick off by listing recipients and ideas to avoid last-minute rushes.

In GiftList, create dedicated Christmas lists by searching 100+ brands like Amazon or Walmart directly in-app, adding items with prices, images, and notes for sizes or colors.

Tip: Create lists for family members. You can use GiftList to make a list for a child, elderly parent, or secretly for your spouse. When creating a list, just select ‘For Someone Else’ and you’ll be able to add gift ideas but also reserve them yourself..

Look for Gift Ideas in Advance

Organize your gift lists for specific events, view friends' lists, and suggest gifts directly for them to ensure thoughtful choices every time.

Tip: Add details like descriptions, sizes, and images so everyone understands exactly what you want, turning chaos into clarity.

Share and Collaborate with Family

Make group gifting seamless by sharing lists with friends and family, viewing their registries, and coordinating privately. Share your lists with friends and family members, view friends’ gift registries, and see specific gifts suggested by others. See who has Reserved or Bought gifts on lists to prevent buying duplicates.

Tip: Share GiftList links via WhatsApp or email—even non-users can view items; use in-app chat for discreet planning like "Who's grabbing the Lego set?" This fosters connection, turning prep into quality time without endless group texts.

Ready for a Stress-Free Holiday Season?

With this early December checklist, you'll be ready to tackle the holiday rush without the usual stress, keeping gifts thoughtful and family moments magical.

GiftList brings it all together as your essential Christmas shopping companion, organizing lists so you can focus on the joy, not the chaos.

Download GiftList today at mygiftlistapp.com and make this season your most organized yet:
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