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Special occasions & other celebrations

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Advent calendar ideas for adults?
Hi, This is mine and bf's first xmas in our own home, and i would like to make it extra special by getting a reusable advent calendar and having a little present for bf every day. so i was just wondering if anyone has any ideas for what presents to ge? all i can think of is chocolates/sweets, but need someone with a better…
Easter Bunny Bread
For all you Easter Bunnies out there, this appeared on one of my feeds this morning, I will be giving it a go for the charity teashop I work in :) Serious Eats
Christmas Crafting Ideas by Flyingpig - Its Good To Share.
THIS IS A THREAD I STARTED QUITE SOME TIME AGO NOW .... THE IDEAS ARE STILL HERE FOR ANYONE WHO WANTS THEM .... ALTHOUGH I DON'T THINK I WILL BE ADDING TO IT THIS YEAR. ANY PDF FILES I HAVE OFFERED IN THE PAST ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE AS I LOST THEM WHEN MY COMPUTER "DIED" AT THE BEGINNING OF THE YEAR ..... SO PLEASE DO NOT…
Novelty Gift ideas 18+
https://www.adored.co.uk have a great selection of novelty gifts, perfect for this time of year for secret santa at office or stocking filler. Check out: https://www.adored.co.uk/golden-penis-slippers.html https://www.adored.co.uk/willy-hotwater-bottle.html https://www.adored.co.uk/the-adult-colouring-book.html…
30th Birthday Celebrations
Hi - My husband will be turning 30 in June and I would like to plan something to celebrate either with family and friends or with just each other. He is not really into parties so I am struggling for both what to organise and also what to get as a gift. We have limited funds but would be welcome and open to any ideas that…
Gifts for 20 people.Any ideas ?
I am retiring soon and would like to buy a small present for all the help etc. I have been given by the ladies.They are all in their 60s can only think of flowers if that the best option where to get so many bunches from ? Any other ideas?
CHEAP PHOTO BOOTH - help please
Looking for one for a joint 40th on a Saturday night in November but wow they are expensive! From my research so far I can have online only or DVD only (no prints) for £225 (3 hours) but then what's the point as no guests will see the photos or get a keep sake/print and proper ones range from £325 (2 hours) - £595! Can…
40th birthday help!
Hi, I'm struggling for ideas for my husband's 40th.I have a gift so I need ideas for what to do on the day. He doesn't want a party. We have 10 year old twins and no nearby babysitter so a night in a hotel or even a night out in town isn't an option. He doesn't have any hobbies or interests except his PlayStation. All I…
Valentines is round the corner!
Hello Ladies, I have been wondering what to get my Jeff for this Valentines..its usually always the same kinda stuff..socks, clothes, perfume... but I would love something more special (no booze please xD). Anyhow, if any of you have some ideas, that´d be splendid! Cheers Ash:beer:
Broken pact (pre-Christmas no unnecessary present pact)
Has anyone had their pre-nupp pact broken? You agreed no gifting this year but the other person still got you something. Doesn't that make you feel like the worst person ever? Do you cave and go out and buy them something or do you stand your ground?
Regifting issue...
Right, so yesterday, my work colleague (who has told me on many occasions if she doesn't want her gift she'll give it to someone else as a gift) gave me a Christmas present. As soon as she handed it to me I knew exactly what it was.... part of the present I had given to her in October for her birthday!!!! I mean seriously!…
Donating unused christmas cards
Does anyone know of any UK charity that could make use of unused Christmas cards, I've googled it but all I could find was for the US Military. I would rather donate them if I can, thanks.
Worst Christmas Present
A poll of 1,500 people by breakfast spread Marmite, found one in four said they could not remember the last time someone gave them a present they actually loved. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5158067/Slippers-named-Britons-worst-Christmas-gift.html What's the worst present that you've received?
So, what did Santa bring?
Merry Xmas everyone! Just wondering what Santa got us all . . . he flew in & out of my town in the blink of an eye but was captured on CCTV! Would love to hear what you all got (Yep, I know it's not about the gifts but I have no family to be with @ Xmas so after a boring day alone i'd like to hear)
Re-home an unwanted Christmas gift and spread some joy!
I’ve posted in money saving arms but thought it was relevant here https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/73617284#Comment_73617284
* I wish it could be Christmas every day * - It's the 2017 Christmas Chatter Thread
‘Well I wish it could be Christmas every day When the kids start singing and the band begins to play Oh I wish it could be Christmas everyday So let the bells ring out for Christmas’ :xmastree: Hello and welcome to the 6th Christmas Chatter Thread. This thread is not just about Christmas, but our whole year. We have had…
* Walking in a Winter Wonderland * - It's the 2015 Christmas Chatter Thread
'Sleigh bells ring Are you listening In the lane Snow is glistening A beautiful sight We're happy tonight Walking in a winter wonderland' :snow_laug Hello and welcome to the 4th Christmas Chatter Thread. This thread is not just about Christmas, but our whole year. We have had many ups and downs, deaths and births but we…
A Very Merry Boogie-Woogie Christmas
... from my old chum Geraint Watkins. https://www.facebook.com/GeraintWWWatkins/videos/vb.119930124758655/940882625996730/?type=2&theater
Its the Most Wonderful time of The Year
Yes?
Gift for a woman you don't know well?
I'm buying gifts for a family. I know the dad well and I'm picking up a little something for the baby, but I have absolutely no idea what to get for the mum. I've met her a few times but we have very little in common so conversation is always superficial. I know she's "really girly" but that's it. I don't have a lot to…

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