The Twelve Days of Christmas or Twelvetide is a festive Christian season celebrating the Nativity of Jesus. In Twelvetide, “Christmas Day” that is 25 December is considered the “First Day of Christmas” and the Twelve Days are 25 December to 5 January, including 6 January being a “thirteenth day” known as Twelfth Day or Twelfth Night.
You can celebrate 12 days of Christmas and give unique gifts to her, who may be your wife, daughter, sister, or mother, in your family on each of the 12 days as referred to in the Christmas song, or can make it simple by having special fun activities each day with her.
In this article, we are listing the 12 days of Christmas gift ideas for her according to each day’s tradition. The article includes a list of options that you can give to her each day as a gift to celebrate and enjoy the 12 days of Christmas.
Day 1: A Partridge In A Pear Tree
You can give some thoughtful Christmas gifts to pair with the portrait of a partridge in a pear tree on day 1 of Christmas to her. Choices are:
NEST Fragrances Velvet Pear Scented Classic Candle
Price $35
This pear-scented candle is crafted with proprietary and premium wax which is composed to burn cleanly and evenly for 50–60 hours. It is scented with velvety anjou pear and crisp apple blended with crushed lemon leaves, hints of peony, white musk, and amber to give a relaxing and peaceful moment to her as a day 1 Christmas gift.
“As you light this exquisite candle, you will be transported to a world of luxurious essence.”
Nut Cravings – Sun-Dried California Pears
Price $18 per pound
These dried pears will give her the day 1 theme Christmas gift illustration with snack time for herself.
She will prefer it as a snack when she is spending time with her friends or family, or relaxing after a hard day during the holidays and dried pear will serve as a good snack option even during parties.
“Having fruits makes you fresh, and having dry fruits makes you refreshed.”
Day 2: Two Turtle Doves
You can give her something that illustrates 2 turtle doves and the concept of the second day of Christmas to her from the choices:
NorthPoleXpress Turtle Doves Friendship Christmas Ornaments
Price $27
Feel the magic and joy of giving your loved one a Christmas gift on the second day which is this set of turtle doves Christmas ornament engraved with the word FRIENDS and FOREVER that will go beyond any other gift she will receive this holiday season.
It Comes with a Gold String ready to instantly Hang on her Christmas tree and add Magic to her Holiday.
“The iconic turtle dove is a symbol of devotion.”
MYOSPARK Stainless Steel Soaring Dove Bird Earrings
Price $11.85
Give her dove earrings on the second day of the Christmas gift as a Dove is the messenger of peace and hope, symbolizes patience and tenderness, and illustrates the second day of the Christmas gift concept.
“Be free, Fly high, and live your dreams with these sophisticatedly stylish earrings.”
Day 3: Three French Hens
You can combine France or France-based Christmas gifts with hen-themed items to bring a smile to her face on the third day of Christmas gifting. Options are:
3dRose Three French Hens Two-Tone Mug
Price $13
Give this white ceramic mug with a black outer surface and an image of three French hens printed on both sides to her on the third day of the Christmas gift.
When she fills this mug with hot liquid either tea, hot chocolate, or coffee, then it will transform from black to white and magically reveal the image.
“Start your day off right with a coffee mug!”
BAYKA French Press Coffee Tea Maker
Price $25 – $30
Video https://youtu.be/LyQp2CYjkps
With this French coffee press as a Christmas gift to her for the third-day concept, she can create her own fresh and delicious coffee at home.
There is no need for her to visit an expensive café when she has her French Press to make her favorite coffee or tea at home.
The French press keeps the coffee hot inside for a longer period and lets her enjoy the moment with her family and friends.
“Enjoy your hot coffee while reading a book in your free time during the holidays.”
Day 4: Four Calling Bird
The calling bird or colly bird represents black birds on the fourth day of the Christmas gift to her and you can choose the gift accordingly.
Department 56 Village Accessories Twelve Days of Christmas Four Calling Birds Tree Figurine
Price $29
The excitement of the holiday season comes home with intricately detailed villages from settings that inspire the imagination and give her the four calling black bird figurines for the fourth day of Christmas gift.
In the decor, four calling birds are perching on a bright red holiday garland strung between two sisal trees.
“When there are chirping birds, it always makes me feel so good and happy.”
Nature Anywhere Clear Plastic Window Bird Feeder with Strong Suction Cups for Outside
Price $30
Give a thoughtful and unique fourth-day Christmas gift to her if she is a bird lover or pet lover. She can see colorful wild birds up close while sitting in her kitchen or garden and have fun discovering her garden birds.
Window feeders for birds can fit onto any plain glass window and its ever-grip technology ensures that the birdfeeder is out of squirrels’ reach and will never fall.
“I value my garden more for being full of blackbirds than of cherries, and very frankly give them fruit for their songs.”
Day 5: Five Golden Ring
The fifth day of Christmas gift to her represents golden rings or jewelry as a gift for her but you always have other choices to choose from.
Sweet Water Decor Ring Jewelry Dish Tray
Price $15
Give her a perfect holder for her rings or jewel accessories in her home next to a nightstand, in the office, or in the kitchen on the fifth day of Christmas to represent 5 golden rings and she will adore it for a long time.
You can pair it with a real golden ring if your budget allows and she is someone very special to you.
“All that glitters isn’t gold.”
INENIMARTJ 2mm Thin Titanium Stainless Steel Knuckle Stacking Midi Rings 5 Piece
Price $9.99
Give her a set of 5 timeless, smooth, and shiny rings on the fifth day of the Christmas gift. It is available in different sizes to choose the one that fits her and she can stack them or wear them separately, and have different styles. She can use the 5 ring set as a stackable finger ring band, knuckle ring, or toe ring band.
“Love is like a ring, never-ending and full of precious moments.”
Day 6: Six Geese A-Laying
On the sixth day of Christmas gift for her, you can mix geese and egg theme-based gifts and can choose options from:
Coume 6 Pairs Funny Goose Head Socks
Price $17
Going with the sixth-day theme of goose, consider giving these funny goose head socks to her as a Christmas gift.
These goose head socks make it funny for her when she wears them, the bright colors and lovely design can bring a good mood to people who see them, and help her stand out in the crowd.
The goose socks are made of 80% cotton, 15% polyester, and 5% spandex, which are soft, elastic, breathable, and sweat absorbing, not easy to peel or fade, and can provide her with a lasting and pleasant wearing experience.
“Happiness is new geese head socks.”
Evoloop Rapid Egg Cooker Electric 6 Eggs Capacity
Price $30
Video https://youtu.be/cUmgQaCrpfY
The egg boiler is an ideal sixth-day Christmas gift for her to make hard-boiled eggs, soft-boiled eggs, poached eggs, deviled eggs, egg sandwiches, or scrambled eggs for any breakfast, dinner party, or special event.
The removable egg tray makes it easy to remove the eggs after cooking to cool under running water and make a perfect dish during the Christmas holidays.
“Truth! Freedom! Justice! And a hard-boiled egg!” ~ Terry Pratchett
Day 7: Seven Swans A-Swimming
Consider giving 7 swans-related items used in swimming as a Christmas gift item to her on the seventh day of Christmas. Choices are:
FlyFreeU Inflatable Swan Pool Float with Colorful Lights
Price $27
Give this color-changing swan pool float as a seventh-day Christmas gift for her to enjoy with friends and family.
This swan swimming pool floats with lights and uses solar energy to charge. She just needs to put it in the sun during the day and it will automatically charge. Then when it starts to get dark, the lights will automatically turn on and keep changing color automatically every 15 seconds, slowly switching the color, very beautiful, and make you a shining star in the pool.
“Float like a Swan.”
Everything Kids Pink Plush Swan Decorative Throw Pillow with Silver Metallic Beak & Crown
Price $10
Give this swan pillow as a Christmas gift to her if she is a teen, a toddler, or someone who loves creative pillows.
This sweet plush Swan decorative pillow is made from soft pink fabric and measures 15″ tall x 10.5″ wide. The finishing details include a ruffled plush wing and a silver metallic crown and beak. The swan’s face has an embroidered eye complete with fancy eyelashes. The back of the pillow is solid pink plush. The Swan Pillow is sure to be the perfect finishing accent for a toddler or teen room as a Christmas gift to her on the seventh day.
“Pillows are the perfect way to freshen up the room.”
Day 8: Eight Maids A-Milking
You have lots of alternative options to give as a Christmas gift to her based on the theme of cows, milk, and maids. A few options are:
Malaxlx Store Cow Print School Backpack Set
Price $40
Give this Cow Print School backpack set including 1 cow print backpack, 1 lunch Bag, and 1 Pencil Case as an eighth-day Christmas gift to her.
This cute backpack set is the perfect Christmas gift for her for daily use, outdoor activities, school, college, camping, traveling, hiking, weekend getaway, shopping, office, working, or dating.
“Keep calm and backpack the world.”
Price $18
Give this Eight Maids A-Milking Wine Bag as a Christmas gift to her which is a great eco-friendly alternative to plastic or paper.
She can carry on only wine in this bag but anything she wants like her grocery or milk pouches from the store.
It is made of premium natural color canvas fabric that can be reused time and time again.
“Witty, quirky, and cool wine bag.”
Day 9: Nine Ladies Dancing
Give her a dance-based Christmas gift on the ninth day and there are limitless options to choose a Christmas gift based on dance. A few options are:
Price $20 – $30
Give this dance-themed soft blanket to her on the ninth day of the Christmas gift and let her feel motivated and warm wrapped in it.
The blanket is super soft and will keep her warm in the holidays and she will cherish it and feel blessed to get such a unique Christmas gift.
“When someone loves you it’s like having a blanket all around your heart.”
Gift Certificate For Dance Class
Price variable
If she is keen to learn dance but gets doubtful then give her the confidence to join a dance class of her choice on the ninth day of Christmas as a gift to her.
She will feel more confident, determined, and motivated after getting such a thoughtful and creative dancing Christmas gift for herself.
“Dancers don’t need wings to fly.”
Day 10: Ten Lords A Leaping
As day 10 approaches, she would be expecting a jumping jack-style Christmas gift for her based on the theme and you can choose from:
Price $10
Give her a jumping rope on the tenth day of Christmas as a gift for her fitness and good health.
The adjustable jump rope is weighted perfectly and soft. It is flexible, tangle-free, and perfectly suitable for a wide variety of training and sports.
It is a good Christmas gift for her whether she is a kid or an adult to get her heart rate going.
“Let us sport safely and happily.”
Jay Strongwater 10 Lords Leaping Glass Ornament
Price $225
Capture the lively spirit of the Christmas season with this decorative piece that has been hand-painted in bold colors and trimmed in sparkling crystal accents to give as a tenth day of Christmas gift to her.
Each show-stopping limited edition piece is a collectible treasure that’ll be passed down from generation to generation and she will cherish this luxurious and charming decor as a Christmas gift for her.
“The 10 Lords A-leaping are the ten commandments. “
Day 11: Eleven Pipers Piping
Get creative and imaginative while selecting eleventh-day Christmas gifts for her based on Music or pipers. A few choices are:
Jacob’s Little Piper Wind Chime
Price $23
Give this cute piping wind chime as a Christmas gift to her to relax and enjoy the breeze.
The blending of its three notes, all tuned in the pentatonic scale, will play relaxing music in a gentle breeze for her.
The Little Piper Wind Chime is made with weatherproof materials, so she can hang it in the kitchen, the garden, the car, or in a window to enjoy its pleasant music.
“Wind chimes in your yard will serenade garden creatures – squirrels, fairies, and angels.”
McWilliams Mini Miniature Bagpipe
Price $35
Give this playable bagpipe on the eleventh day of Christmas gift to her and let her enjoy her hidden musical skills.
She can enjoy its unique music by just blowing air from her mouth and can be a part of her school or college music band.
“The sound of a bagpipe – without music, life would be an error.”
Day 12: Twelve Drummer Drumming
On the twelfth day of Christmas gifting, give her something she could cherish for a lifetime based on a drum or drumsticks. Options are:
HLC Vintage Craft Drum Shape Wooden Coffee Table with Plank Design Base 30 inch
Price $300 – $400
Consider giving this luxurious coffee table in the shape of a drum based on the twelfth day of Christmas gift theme to her.
The coffee table showcases a drum-like silhouette accented with a white-washed distressed brown finish and a narrow flat base offers stability.
The coffee table is handcrafted in the finest quality mango wood. And there may be a variation in color, finish, wood grain, and knots due to various natural and artificial factors.
“Coffee table is Where comfort meets style.”
Donner 5-Piece Drum Set For Beginners
Price $199
Give this beginner drum set as a Christmas gift to her on the 12th day for her musical enlightenment.
The drum set is a perfect Christmas gift for aspiring young musicians. The kit including
- 14” x 10” bass drum
- 6”x 4” fixed tom
- 8”x 4” fixed tom
- 1,8”x 4” fixed snare drum (with stand)
- 12″ x 8” floor tom
- 8” hi-hat (with stand)
- 10” straight cymbal (with stand)
- Two 5A wooden drum
- Two small wooden drum
- bass pedal
- A circular cushion adjustable drum seat.
She will cherish this musical Christmas gift for many upcoming years.
“Living the Dream on the Drums!”
Here in the below table we have made the list of gifts that will be easy for you to purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do people celebrate the 12 days of Christmas?
Yes, people celebrate the 12 days of Christmas. The 12 Days of Christmas start on Christmas Day and last until the evening of the 5th of January also known as Twelfth Night.
What is it called 12 days after Christmas?
The “12 Days of Christmas” referenced in the hymn references the 12 days following Christmas, also known as Twelvetide in Christianity. The period begins with the birth of Christ on December 25th and ends with the coming of the Three Wise Men on January 6th, also understood as the Epiphany.
What gifts do you give for the 12 days of Christmas?
Day 1: A partridge in a pear tree.
Day 2: Two turtle doves.
Day 3: Three French hens.
Day 4: Four calling birds.
Day 5: Five golden rings.
Day 6: Six geese a-laying.
Day 7: Seven swans a-swimming.
Day 8: Eight maids a-milking.
Day 9: Nine Ladies Dancing
Day 10: Ten Lords A Leaping
Day 11: Eleven Pipers Piping
Day 12: Twelve Drummer Drumming
How many gifts were given in the 12 days?
364 Gifts are given in the 12 Days of Christmas.
