Cinnamon Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 The Husband has just phoned me to say that he was in a M&S & they had a display of mince pies & holly up by the checkouts I love a mince pie me,but even I think that this is a little early! We have had more wintry things in at work - cinnamon scented candles & the like,but we haven't even got a hallowe'en display yet,let alone mince pies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapdragon Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 Noooooooooooooooooooooo...too much too soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 I noticed my local Tesco had started to get Christmas chocolates in when I was there last week, but I think what really took the biscuit was the garden centre, where they had real live poinsettias in stock - who on earth wants one of those in September?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 We enjoyed looking around the Christmas section of Harrods on Saturday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 It will soon be upon us though. All this is a gentle reminder to get my bum into gear & start shopping for a few prezzies, as I see them. Saves rushing round like a looney & not having the money in December! Good plan, I think. Yes the shops do get on my nerves when they put out mince pies & play carols at the end of September! Mmmm mince pies. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted September 10, 2012 Author Share Posted September 10, 2012 I have already made a small dent in the presents & have a good amount of bits put by for stocking fillers too. I love & adore Christmas,& it can't begin soon enough for me, but I really didn't expect mince pies just yet! .............................Wouldn't have aid no if he brought some home with him though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapdragon Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 I stocked up on wrapping paper and cards in the Jan sales and have picked up a few other bits so far. We have several freinds and family with birthdays very close to Christmas so that puts the pressure on a bit more. We were at a crafty/funfair thingy over the summer and found a fab stall selling hand poured soya candles with aromatherapy oils which was very reasonably priced. Her hubs is a tree surgeon and makes loads of tea light holders, mirrors, small shelves etc with the wood he salvages - again really reasonable. They are only about 20 miles away so I have decided to save up and go over for a visit wIth my Xmas list and get as much as poss in one hit! Cinnamon,they are at Woodcote, if you are interested - know you are within reach! Also off to the Newbury Show next weekend so no doubt there will be some things there - difficult to keep to a budget tho, when picking up bits and bobs here and there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 Well I've started making things for Christmas, but that's because I want to make eight differently-decorated Christmas stockings for a group of friends and I need a head start! I won't be buying mince pies (or making them, even) for a good while. It's always good to spread the cost by buying a few things ahead, but I'd rather not see stuff in the shops at least till Halloween's over! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 I love Christmas, but that's far too early. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 I'd rather not see anything to do with Christmas until after Halloween. I love Christmas but not when it's spread over months However presumably some people must buy the stuff this early or shops wouldn't be putting it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapdragon Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 It prolonges the agony for parents,having all this stuff out so early! Poorchildren are already discussing their Christmas lists and what they would like to get for Granny etc! Its the retail equivalent of 'are we nearly there yet'? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvachicken Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 My son works in a garden centre and they have been selling potted Christmas trees since last week ............. And my son served 2 customers who bought them on his till. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
merlina Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 Xmas trees?! /boggle I know that they sell stuff early that people might want to send abroad as gifts (that kinda makes sense) But Xmas trees??!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ms Marple Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 Hotel that I was in today (for a post funeral reception!) had a large Christmas tree in its reception area advertising their Christmas festivities!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 Come to think of it, a pub near us has had a sign up about booking Christmas dinners for at least a month Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted September 11, 2012 Author Share Posted September 11, 2012 Yeah, a few events places around here have had them up for a couple of weeks now,but I can see why,as corporate stuff has to be booked so for in advance. No need to inflict it upon the general public until October,I say! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LolaLayla Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 A local hotel has its Christmas tree up and the co op has mince pies. I have my cards and paper as I get them in the January sales like sOapdragOn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lillybettybabs Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 I going to give the hand made hamper thing a go this year, I'm making some jam today, but it may not last as i am rather partial to jam! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 Not plum jam by any chance? I usually do bags for family members; my parents and other older relatives don't expect presents but love homemade goodies. I use these bags to give them in. I fill them with homemade booze (which reminds me to get that on the go), cakes, jam, jellies, cookies and chocolates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LolaLayla Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 I like those bags. What a good idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 They are always remarked upon and each on carries a label telling about the scheme in India. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alih Posted September 11, 2012 Share Posted September 11, 2012 Yup, Xmas chocs in our newsagents today. I adore Xmas and do stocking fillery stuff during the year as I see it, but it is too soon even for me to be thinking about presents. The kids have started though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted September 13, 2012 Author Share Posted September 13, 2012 Both John Lewis & M&S now have their online Christmas shops up. I feel quite festive today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted September 13, 2012 Share Posted September 13, 2012 I feel quite festive today! How can you keeping the feeling going that long Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted September 14, 2012 Share Posted September 14, 2012 I made my Christmas pud last week and had carols on the Ipod! I LOVE Christmas and would happily have the shops filled with stuff all year. Guessing I am the minority? Bought a few bits so far, but really need to get a wiggle on with regard to present buying. fa la la la la, la la la la..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
