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serious Help needed with my b/f's presents
These things are all out: aftershave car stuff clothing jewellery He has no hobbies apart from computers (which i know nothing about so that is out) books underwear/socks toiletries activity day Ive already got a couple dvd's, cd'sand ps2 games but i know he's getting some more from other people as well so it will be a…
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When will you decorate?
I hope im alowed to post this as it is christmas but not really money saving, and im feeling in such a festive mood just wanted to see what other posters do. I was just wondering when everyone else will decorate their house for christmas? Im spending all this weekend cleaning the house, every coubard draw and everything…
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Help - buying for a 2yo girl
Hi All, Hoping you might be able to give me some ideas! We don't have / know many kids which is why we're struggling. Need ideas for a Christmas present for a 2yo girl, her dad's told us she's into 'girly things' and is getting dolls / a kitchen play set / my little pony. However, we'd rather buy her something a bit…
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Chutneys/pickles etc recipes
Hiya, My dad really likes Chutneys etc so i was thinking of trying to make some to put in the hamper im making him for christmas. So does anybody have any recipes? As simple as poss please :rolleyes: :D Thanks in advance Jo xxx
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Fancy Dress Challenge
Hi folks, I'm looking for some help in coming up with an idea for a fancy dress outfit. It's for a New Year's Eve house party where people have been asked to come in fancy dress but with no theme :confused: The only criteria I have therefore are low cost, (obviously MSE!) comfortable to wear, suitable for a size 18 middle…
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Where's the Cheapest Place to Buy Hamper Baskets?
I'm trying my hand at making hampers this year but all the baskets I can find all seem terribly expensive. Could anyone point me in the right direction to get my hands on some that aren't gonna break the bank please? :confused:
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Gift Wrap Bag / Organiser
On having my token flick through the Kleeneze catalogue, I came across this item: It's a tad pricey (as most of the things in this catalogue are!) however I think this would be a really handy things to have as my paper ends up all ripped at the edges from propping it down the side of the couch, etc. And then the cellotape…
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tesco deliveries for christmas??
:santa2: :xmastree: Just thinking about christmas this afternoon and I was wondering if anyone knows when I can order the tesco food shopping for the 22/23rd, weekend before christmas?? Every year I go on and they are booked up for then :mad: This year I wanna book the slot for then. Do you have to go when they are put…
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christmas fete cake stall - dickensian theme HELP!
Hi there I am running a cake stall at my schol's chrismas fete in 2 weeks, and the theme is dickensian christmas:eek: , please could the well read among us help me out?:T I need 1 ) easy recipes ( currently got gingerbread and crispy cakes as definites) 2) ideas for names of cakes etc referring to dickens characters 3)…
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Spices for mulled wine?
Anyone know of a good (dry) mix for homemade mulled wine sachets? I was thinking of making some for my mum, along with instructions to add wine, oranges etc, but I'm struggling to find a suitable mix. Smaller 'portions' would be better, rather than ones to do a whole saucepan of wine :D
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Santas address ?
Yes I know after all this time I should know lol . I just need an address that DS1 aged 7 and DS2 aged 4 can write to with their requests and in true MSE fashion will reply for free! Any help gratefully received
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Present for my FIL
This is a difficult present to buy as my FIL has Alzeimers (sp) but in the early stages in that it hasn't developed much in the past few years so. He is a little slow to catch up but mostly aware of what is going on, if somewhat limited. For the past few years it has been slippers, socks, PJs and a sweater but I would…
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Girls Night In Hamper Ideas
Hi Guys, Im doing a girls night in hamper for my sister, so far I have books/magazines, chocolates, face masks, bottle of wine...what else can you think of that would go well in it. Im all out of ideas???? Thankyou in advance
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Paper piecing
does anyone do paper piecing if so where do you get designs from? Looking for christams designs and can only seem to find shapes i.e squares etc Any help would be great
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Gift Ideas for any Guitar enthusiasts
Hi, had to share this one with you, I'm really pleased to have bought a great gift for my brother who I normally just don't know what to buy for his birthdays or Christmas!! I've just bought a great guitar t-shirt plus wrapping and a card from www.chris-guitar.com its has some really cool items and its based in the UK so…
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Anti Christmas Holiday - any thoughts
Hi all, I feel that Xmas is more useless and depressing every year. I loathe it. Now most of the relatives I loved have passed on, I just don't want to get involved with what I see as a hypocritical consumerist farrago, where I drink too much and feel unhappy. Sorry to sound such a miseryguts - I'm not normally, it's just…
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When does the christmas tv guide come out in shops
does anyone know? im sitting here thinking , i wonder what on tv over christmas sad eh . lol :xmastree: :xmastree: :xmastree: :xmastree: :xmassign: :xmastree: :xmastree: :xmastree: :xmastree: :xmastree: :snow_grin
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HM Sachet Pouches - What can I fill them with?
Hi all! I want to make my own little drawer sachets for xmas using old vintage handkerchiefs. I'm looking for ideas of what to fill them with besides lavendar seeds. Any ideas? I'd probably only have about 4 tablespoons worth in each one. thanks!
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Mobile phones is best gift on christmas
As we know Christmas is ahead and people looking for free gifts, mobile phones could be a best deals.
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Xmas underwear!!
Perhaps not for the men...... ........ I am looking for some nice xmas undies - in particular a nice diamante thong (with the diamante at the back) - size 16/18. Any ideas where I can get? I have looked on the internet and can only see some on ebay and I dont use ebay. thanks
