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Finished baskets!!

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  • rainmac
    rainmac Posts: 7,063 Forumite
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    Shakespeare3 wrote: »
    This is a Baby basket I have done for my step Daughter, her baby is due in 2 weeks, I hope she likes it.

    Unwrapped
    Bbasket003.jpg

    Wrapped
    Bbasket004.jpg

    There are several things inside the basket too which you cant see, I have really enjoyed shopping for this and putting it all together, I have another one exactly the same to finish wrapping for my dd who is due in 7 weeks, it's all sooo exciting.

    I don't think my cello is up to the standard I have seen on here but I did my best there was so much of it! I just did it all up once and didn't mess with it.

    I'm replying with pics as that basket is so beautiful :D Well done :T
    :wave: If you want the rainbow, you've got to put up with the rain :wave:
  • RustyFlange
    RustyFlange Posts: 7,538 Forumite
    Thankyou Brooke. I have had a look they would be ideal, I am going to try and shop around a bit first though see if I can find any cheaper.
    passion8 wrote: »
    Hi Rusty :) Have you got the item number of the ones you did look at? Just trying to get a picture in my mind of what you mean :D

    Passion this is the link here

    http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SET-OF-2-LIGHT-UP-WINE-GLASSES-party-bbq-home-gifts_W0QQitemZ150271472745QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item150271472745&_trkparms=72:1348|39%3A1|66%3A2|65%3A12|240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

    Maria ... Wow you have been busy! I love the idea that you have used various things for baskets! Especially the drawers that is great! Well done :) How was your tea/toast/biscuits? Mins was lovely! :rotfl:
    Raising kids is like being held hostage by midget terrorists
  • tab1967
    tab1967 Posts: 378 Forumite
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    RustyFlange wrote: »
    Does anyone know where I can get a light up glass from? I have looked on ebay but they are £7 + postage for 2 and I only want the one lol. It is a bit of a jokey present for my MIL. Also I have been told she likes pretty lighters so need to find something like this.

    Hi Rusty dont know if this will help but I remember seeing those glasses in a local petrol station, they were about £2.99. Not sure if it was a Shell garage or BP or even if you have them where you are but worth a look if you do.
    Tracey
    recent wins-3 x anchor, a bag of skittles, 50 spud shillings, A tassimo mug :T
  • RustyFlange
    RustyFlange Posts: 7,538 Forumite
    tab1967 wrote: »
    Hi Rusty dont know if this will help but I remember seeing those glasses in a local petrol station, they were about £2.99. Not sure if it was a Shell garage or BP or even if you have them where you are but worth a look if you do.
    Tracey
    Thankyou ... I will go on a mission locally throughout the week :)
    Raising kids is like being held hostage by midget terrorists
  • rainmac
    rainmac Posts: 7,063 Forumite
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    Wow, wow, wow Maria, love your selection of hampers, you have been sooooo busy :T

    You so deserve that mega mug of tea and biscuits. Custard creams, yum I could just eat one of those.
    :wave: If you want the rainbow, you've got to put up with the rain :wave:
  • rainmac
    rainmac Posts: 7,063 Forumite
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    bunbun2 wrote: »
    maria I can't drink milk at the moment and SO miss tea - and that cup just makes me want some even more:rotfl:

    Have you tried herbal tea, there are some lovely fruity ones about.
    :wave: If you want the rainbow, you've got to put up with the rain :wave:
  • savingholmes
    savingholmes Posts: 29,130 Forumite
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    Wow Maria I can't believe how busy you've been - all wrapped up too! They look lovely and I am sure they will be much appreciated.:T
    Achieve FIRE/Mortgage Neutrality in 2030
    1) MFW Nov 21 £202K now £171.3K Equity 36.55%
    2) £2.6K Net savings after CCs 10/10/25
    3) Mortgage neutral by 06/30 (AVC £30.9K + Lump Sums DB £4.6K + (25% of SIPP 1.25K) = 35.5/£127.5K target 27.8% 14/11/25
    (If took bigger lump sum = 62K or 48.6%)
    4) FI Age 60 income target £17.1/30K 57% (if mortgage and debts repaid - need more otherwise) (If bigger lump sum £15.8/30K 52.67%)
    5) SIPP £5.1K updated 14/11/25
  • maria_and_the_imps
    maria_and_the_imps Posts: 2,034 Forumite
    RustyFlange wrote: »
    Thankyou Brooke. I have had a look they would be ideal, I am going to try and shop around a bit first though see if I can find any cheaper.



    Passion this is the link here

    http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SET-OF-2-LIGHT-UP-WINE-GLASSES-party-bbq-home-gifts_W0QQitemZ150271472745QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item150271472745&_trkparms=72%3A1348|39%3A1|66%3A2|65%3A12|240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

    Maria ... Wow you have been busy! I love the idea that you have used various things for baskets! Especially the drawers that is great! Well done :) How was your tea/toast/biscuits? Mins was lovely! :rotfl:

    i had 2 big cups of tea biscuits and crisps and then i just had 2 marmite sandwiches mmmm it was delish thanks(think i eat too much though!!!)

    and thanks for all your lovely comments as i was woried that they were rubbish so thanks xxx
    13 in 2013 challenge 9/13
  • soblivion
    soblivion Posts: 1,173 Forumite
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    Maria all of your hampers were brilliant, you've certainly been busy, your family are going to love them.:j :j
  • Angie100
    Angie100 Posts: 2,076 Forumite
    Shelley3774 wrote: »
    Bargain of the century that little suitcase was - I popped into Qs yesterday and there was 20% off so I only paid £1.60!!! They had a few different styles there too x

    Snap - I went in on Thursday and picked one up!!!! They are lovely and such a bargain!!! QS have some great stuff and lots with 20% off!!
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