*The Holly and the Ivy* and the You Know What 2013 Chatter Thread.

PoppyGirl

Ah thank you, I had heard elfster mentioned. It does sound a good idea, but didn't think that we were going to create a 'wish list' of things we wanted, more would be a surprise present (after a questionaire about likes etc.) we are a creative lot, sure we could get some great gifts to send! Maybe that's becasue I'm more of a pen and paper list maker than spreadsheets and the like though!!

Own_My_Own

Nanamia I'm loving the pink and lime theme.

Tax Credits went in the bank today. :j
Went to Tescos to get some shopping and a few Christmas bits, but couldn't be bothered when I got there. Just bought some washing tablets to put in my winter box.

There was nothing there with massive savings, and I'm not really any good at buying Christmas goodies early. I prefer to get all the boring bits put away then get all the nice stuff in one go.
A- I tend to over buy if I do it in stages and
B - it's not often we can go shopping and put what ever nice things we like in the trolley.

Just remembered, I did get dd some chive dip for her Movie Hamper. I'll get the Doritos and popcorn nearer the time.

Off to read back now.

cornishmumof4

Hello

I'm another long time lurker. I love Christmas and plan all year round, OH thinks I'm mad, lol. Am off work on long-term sick at the moment, so am in planning overdrive. Looking at making the kids Christmas pyjamas and Christmas Eve hamper sacks, might go mad and do a festive shower curtain and customise some bed linen while I'm at it.

Loving reading what you are all up to and all about your Christmas finds. x:)

yummymummyoftwo

Hi
Just popping by to say I've found this blog regarding Lego figures, tells you what to feel for in the bags will have to get a few for the kids stockings
http://manystepssideways.blogspot.co.uk/2013/08/lego-series-11-photo-and-codes.html?m=1

jemtom

Haha nanamia I have to wait until December because I get too hyper once I start wrapping it feels like Christmas is really here.

I do stockings for my mum and dad just a few little bits in but they like it.

Went into town today got a board game for my friend and her bf for £1.99 reduced in the works so that can go with the darts drinking game I have for them and just need a bottle of something for them and they are done. Also got my ds a marvel colouring book bogof so my nephew has one too. The from whs got my free dictionary and colouring pencils thanks to o2 colouring pencils for ds stocking colouring book for his hamper. Also got my mum a book reduced to a £1.

Hope your better soon juniorj

katmum

Hi
I'm a this year lurker and just wanted to say hello as I've noticed a few people who lurk pluck up the courage to do so.

I've got two young children and I so want to make Christmas special and magical each year for us now as they grow up so quickly. The past few Christmas's we've had a good meal and day but it's been ever so stressful doing it all last minute. So without realising it I obviously made a resolution to myself to change things this year and be more organised as I've been following you for a while.

So far I've managed half the shopping and got some bits for Christmas eve hamper and even starting making some cards. Thanks so much for all the links and tips and spots from all the active people on this thread. You have saved me money, given me smiles and laughs and brought me excited with your excitement over all things Christmassy. Long may you continue - well until you start up a new thread for next year. You all sound a lovely, friendly and supportive bunch.

I must admit to being addicted to this thread as I log in each day to see what's happened.

Thanks again, I'll go back to lurking now xxx

p.s. I'm sure there are lots of silent followers of your lovely thread. Hope you get a warm feeling knowing your sharing and helping others each day.

Own_My_Own

katmum wrote: »

Hi
I'm a this year lurker and just wanted to say hello as I've noticed a few people who lurk pluck up the courage to do so.

I've got two young children and I so want to make Christmas special and magical each year for us now as they grow up so quickly. The past few Christmas's we've had a good meal and day but it's been ever so stressful doing it all last minute. So without realising it I obviously made a resolution to myself to change things this year and be more organised as I've been following you for a while.

So far I've managed half the shopping and got some bits for Christmas eve hamper and even starting making some cards. Thanks so much for all the links and tips and spots from all the active people on this thread. You have saved me money, given me smiles and laughs and brought me excited with your excitement over all things Christmassy. Long may you continue - well until you start up a new thread for next year. You all sound a lovely, friendly and supportive bunch.

I must admit to being addicted to this thread as I log in each day to see what's happened.

Thanks again, I'll go back to lurking now xxx

p.s. I'm sure there are lots of silent followers of your lovely thread. Hope you get a warm feeling knowing your sharing and helping others each day.

Sorry we have a rule on this thread. Once you leave Lurkdom the door closes behind you. :rotfl:
You are now a full member of The Holly and must let us know how you are getting on with your preps. :snow_grin

That's goes for you too. cornishmumof4

FeistyFidget

msgigglewick wrote: »

Sorry i should have said the lego elfs are in the lego blind bags series 11. they are in green packs. Dd1 picked up two bags today and got the same one in both.. whats the chances of that happening LOL i did win another elf and the gingerbread man both for 99p on ebay last night though yay! i'd like another 3 elves to go on my xmas cake that i have in my mind but if i don't get them i'll have to pinch the other one back lol

Big ty nanamia. I followed the sw diet but never went to group so did it all on my own.. so no slimmer of the year for me lol

Whats the fb group going to include?

I picked up a couple of tubes of smarties today.. need another two of those, and one of the choc £50 note (going to put those in the movie hampers ) so need another 2 of those, i think its 3 im making LOl. oh and i ordered a dress and a top from new look and a pair of iron fist shoes for dd2 who so kindly left a very nice picture of the items she had found and she'd love them forxmas for me to find on my laptop this morning pmsl. nothing like a subtle hint!

Did you get the iron fist shoes direct from their website? They have a huge 75% off sale and free delivery if over £50. I bought 3 pairs of beautiful shoes for £51 and saved just over £200! I know that this RRP price isn't over inflated as they are shoes I lust over a lot

nic2075 wrote: »

Hello, sorry not read back, but seen snippets of Facebook and secret Santa. Sorry if its been mentioned, but I have used Elfster for a secret Santa before in a fb group. It was great as everyone who wanted to do it just signed up, it then chose a partner for you.
You can set up a wish list if things you like so they have some idea what to get you. Again sorry if I've picked it up wrong or it's been mentioned.

I still have the cold. This is nearly 3 weeks now of feeling ill. Feeling a bit sorry for myself,

Off to read back x

So sorry you're still feeling poorly With Elfster can you put in contact details? The whole problem with us needing to do secret santa away from here is because we aren't supposed to divulge personal details as it is against the forum rules - I only suggested a private facebook group as I figured we could some how swap the details without going against the forum rules

katmum wrote: »

Hi
I'm a this year lurker and just wanted to say hello as I've noticed a few people who lurk pluck up the courage to do so.

I've got two young children and I so want to make Christmas special and magical each year for us now as they grow up so quickly. The past few Christmas's we've had a good meal and day but it's been ever so stressful doing it all last minute. So without realising it I obviously made a resolution to myself to change things this year and be more organised as I've been following you for a while.

So far I've managed half the shopping and got some bits for Christmas eve hamper and even starting making some cards. Thanks so much for all the links and tips and spots from all the active people on this thread. You have saved me money, given me smiles and laughs and brought me excited with your excitement over all things Christmassy. Long may you continue - well until you start up a new thread for next year. You all sound a lovely, friendly and supportive bunch.

I must admit to being addicted to this thread as I log in each day to see what's happened.

Thanks again, I'll go back to lurking now xxx

p.s. I'm sure there are lots of silent followers of your lovely thread. Hope you get a warm feeling knowing your sharing and helping others each day.

No back to lurking! We love hearing about how Christmas prep is progressing, so please do stay!

I am back in my PJs and feel all cosy and comfy - loving this weather and very tempted to take it easy this afternoon

murie

Blimey its getting cold! Went to hairdressers this morning -10am appt went on til nearly 2pm:eek: Only had haircut and ighlights! Took a photo with me of how I wanted my hair styled-dunno why I bother cus everytime I go to the hairdressers I seem to come out with exactly the same hair as the stylist!! Looks great on a twenty something but not so good on me!! (cus twenty something I definitely aint! )

Came home and put the fire on and I am still freezing! IDon't mind the cold but not keen on dreaded rain!

So- I haven't done anything Christmassy today (so far) but might cut some felt gingerbread men out on my bigshot-planning do do mom a set of gingerbread men decs for her tree as part of her advent calendar -one representing each one of mine and sis's family).
Well done on weight loss - I need to get back on the diet wagon but tbh I just cant be ar**d! Shame on me!

Cant remember who posted about this years Primark Christmas throws-what are they like this year? Last years was lovely-may have to send DD into town to look for a couple.;) I sense a collection in the making..................:D

mrs-moneypenny

love reading this thread so many brill ideas.

so far fruit for christmas cake is soaking in brandy, will make in a couple of weeks.

im busy making a few bits for a craft fayre at my DS2 school, all profits go to the school so im using up stash to make things. mostly knitting and sewing. realised today i've run out of felt so need to get some of that for the needle cases ive knitted.

got quite a few handmade pressies and bits ive bought stashed away just need to get a bit more organised