Egluntyne Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I've started mine! Don't usually get into Christmas mode until well into October, but saw a couple of things this morning and made a start. Am impressed with myself and depressed about it at the same time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mutrix Farmers Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I was thinking about it at the weekend - does that count as starting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyBoo Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I've had two catalogues through, and even started making mental notes. Plus I've got things brewing for Christmas hampers. It is a bit depressing isn't it? I need to spread the cost, but I also LOVE shopping in the few weeks before, getting loaded up with bags, seeing all the shoppers in the dark and cold scurrying about. Oh well. Only 15 weeks or so to go Mrs B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Cripes, I haven't been to the shops in ages, let alone think about Christmas presents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I have got stocking bags slowly being filled for the girls,plus I have a few ideas of gifts & have already made some things for my hampers I love Christmas & the whole run up to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Speckled Hen Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Everybody's getting one of these. http://www.pedlars.co.uk/page_53.html They're wonderful. There is a patch of blue sky amidst the storm clouds with the sun streaming in and mines whizzing round throwing rainbows round the room. Cheers me up no end!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Rosie would love one of those, but they need direct sunlight... not much of that around at the moment! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancing cloud Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Want one of those rainbow makers! want, want! Ok, now that's out of my system, I'm nowhere near thinking about christmas yet - still hoping (in vain) for some sun . Got several birthdays to go before christmas (Granny's 90 tomorrow - well done her!) and not enough paydays. As I live many hours drive from most of my family, pressies tend to be "deliverables", so home-made hampers are out. Could make one for my brother's family though - oh, oh, thinking about christmas now. It may be time to start making the list ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hils78 Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Man you guys are FAR to organised for me lol - I only wish I could be like that! My daughters birthday is in October so Xmas shopping doesn't start till then I'm afraid. Saying that I've got her birthday present ordered & paid for & its waiting for me at the post depo because I wasn't in when it got delivered. Can you keep posting links to places with good prezzies like that rainbow maker - might get something similar for my OH's daughter... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Not even considering Christmas yet . Walked past BhS this morning - Christmas cards in their doorway display . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I started in January I think it was January, it was ages ago anyway. Bought lots of yankee samplers that were half price and some drawer scenters to go in my hampers, we sort of erm, drank the rhubarb schnapps I was going to use so we've got some raspberry liquer, strawberry wine and strawberry ratafia on the go. Might be able to make some more rhubarb schnapps with the last of the rhubarb. I just hope I've got the willpower to leave it alone! Also going to make some chicken shaped cookies, some lemon curd, boozy rhubarb petit fours (thanks Lynda) and I'm sure I'll get plenty more ideas on here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alih Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I bought my nieces a rainbow maker last year and they loved it. another present that has gone down well is the sun jar - can't remember where I got them from but they effectively soak up light in the day and throw it out again as a glow at night - lovely for summer evenings (!!!!) and cool for older kids. Am sure if you google sun jar you will find it.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillfamily Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Yup.........I've well and truly started It's Christmas on a Budget this year so lots of homemade yummies (which personally I think is much nicer than a shop bought gift) Hamper lists drawn up - everyone this year is getting a Homemade Hamper full of yummy things :D Ocado have just delivered the ingredients for my chutneys, xmas puds, etc (thought as it's going to rain all weekend I would get started) Hamper bags ordered Presents for friends children sorted - girls will receive homemade chicken cookie kits (kilner jar with all the dry ingredients, laminated recipe card, chicken cookie cutter and a mini rolling pin, all put together in a small jute shopping bag with a wooden initial on) :D and boys have got fun traditional style gifts (thanks to Pedlars summer sale ) Have no idea what to get DS and DD - they don't need anything - so it will be a few stocking fillers so they have something to open. Chocolate swirly meringues for neighbours, vet and friends who live too far away to just pop round :D Ooooooooooo...........I'm feeling all Christmassy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Ooooooooooo...........I'm feeling all Christmassy I have started as well I would really like it all done before we hit December Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clash City Rocker Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Can I have a Drum Kit this year, please ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyBoo Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 I got my son a drum kit for his 3rd birthday in August, he hasn't stopped drumming since! Funnily enough, my neighbours don't seem too impressed Mrs B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janty Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 My son was rushed into hospital when he was 13 months old and the one thing that cheered him up was a Little Tykes drum. It was very simple but he loved it. When my parents asked what to get him for the following Christmas I suggested one of these drums. When Christmas came they had bought him a full mini drum kit. I hated my parents that Christmas and for a very long time afterwards! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Can I have a Drum Kit this year, please ? Of course Clash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillfamily Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Ooooooooooo...........I'm feeling all Christmassy I have started as well I would really like it all done before we hit December Can't stand the shops beyond mid November - can't find anything, too much cheap plastic Christmas rubbish and long queues I love Christmas but not the over commercialised side- makes me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Can't stand the shops beyond mid November - can't find anything, too much cheap plastic Christmas rubbish and long queues I love Christmas but not the over commercialised side- makes me I am with you on that Pam I tend to buy a lot on-line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clash City Rocker Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Can I have a Drum Kit this year, please ? Of course Clash I know you shouldn't have "favourites" but Paloa, your mine http://www.zzounds.com/item--PEAJJ728 Some cymbals would also be useful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KimmyCustard Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 The sun jar thingys are from 'I want one of those.com' , (also known as IWOOT) they do lots of boys toys for the men in your life that have everything but would like something pointless for Christmas! OH has had his eye on a gaming chair that would plug into his Xbox................... he's not getting one tho........ Kimmy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 4, 2008 Share Posted September 4, 2008 Don't get Phil started on a drum kit - he used to play in a band, but not recently. He wants a digital kit Spooky Drums he calls them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missuscluck Posted September 5, 2008 Share Posted September 5, 2008 I am determined that this year we are going to have a proper traditional Christmas this year with no commercial hype. I have got 15 for Christmas lunch and I have my name on a turkey from a friends smallholding. The adults are not having presents, just table gifts which are to cost no more than £3.00 (my sister and I are sharing this task) Oh and I are not having presents and we have told the kids they cant have anything flashy as we are going to Florida at easter and this all needs paying for by Christmas. I to have started hampers going for any friends and familly that still need presents giving to. I bought a lot of candles and bits and bobs in the Pier sale a couple of mionths ago. I have got some Christmas stocking items for my girls already too. I love Christmas but if I dont get organised I get really stressed out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa33 Posted September 5, 2008 Share Posted September 5, 2008 I get so fed up with trying to please everyone on Christmas Day that Andyman & I are going to the Algarve. Flying Christmas Mornig and coming back New Years Day. I can't wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
