Thrify Gifty Santas Challenge 2013,

Anglea

Hi all, I often think of writing ladies but know that in the past there's been a gentleman too

Susan, was a nasty unexpected thing to happen to anyone, that fall in the bath poor DD. Good idea with the signs.

Mrs Moneypenny, the stocking is looking great.

Hi Suzitiger, welcome to the group

mum2one, the Christmas table will be good with the sleighs - will you feel like eating them after lunch?

Last night when I got in (had to buy new kettle and called into pub for quick chat) I spent hours on the Christmas card list it got complicated lol. Then I was trying unsuccessfully to finish DS2's last collage envelope, still couldn't find the right images even from the free mags I got when I was out earlier that evening.

Before I went out I made loads of themed collage envelopes for DS2 Christmas.

All that will remain to do to finish them 100% is to write each theme and his name on those small freezer zipped bags that have a white space to write on, and the money will go in there, then in the envelopes. I use the bags as he gets a lot of money (notes) and so it can be kept safe without falling out. I also need to buy another very thick marker which I use to write the themes, that ran out before I finished.

In the past before I had that lightbulb moment with plastic bags I used to make loads of envelopes in the same theme - very time consuming.

I will probably also start on his birthday ones in a few weeks as it's in January. I'll leave the Easter/Summer ones until next year.

SugarSpun

Very much looking forward to the next Santa's Challenge - I have almost finished the birthdays for 2014 and will have nothing to do if I don't find something to keep me busy while I'm trapped at the computer feeding the babe :eek:

Christmas cards will be happening soon as well. I have some lovely pictures and will print one out to include soon.

Also, if anyone spies any good deals on all-black Reebok Classic trainers and/or puppets (not finger puppets) for a 5 year old please shout up

mum2one

I know we cross threads along the way but I don't know if anyone has ever met (virtually or not) a mse member Taxi72 - (anne) she lost her brave fight with cancer last night.
xx

suzitiger

I'm glad the thread isn't fast moving as I suscribe to a few and it can be difficult to keep up sometimes

That stocking is looking lovely mrs Moneypenny! :T

Keep the ideas coming, I need to start on my Xmas cards soon :beer:

mrs-moneypenny

my deepest condolences to taxi72 friends and family.

almost finished a mega wrapping session just need to nip down the hole in the wall as the wallet ive got my nephew needs some padding (was going to get him a voucher but may as well give cash then he can spend where he likes)
hall is full of lovely wrapped boxes and bags. Not doing cards yet ill take them over next time.

everyone doing brilliantly, cant believe weve only got 2 challenges left till christmas!!

mum2one

Bless her Miss Hoodie spent an hr walking round the school field in Halloween costume - the school didnt send the sponser forms to last ngt!!
Then she had school disco - and loved it.

Feel bit guilty, but brought myself a treat 2ngt (freebie redeemed some vouchers) a new DVD player for my bedroom, - Argos sale (as always) £76 reduced to £50....

Sorting out some little bits for xmas tomorrow, got some glass paints and shot glasses so have some fun 2mor... xx

mum2one

I should be on commission here.... ARGOS ... r u listening!!!

Picked up the xmas gift guide 2ngt and got to say there are some really good bargains,


http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Search/searchTerms/2247380.htm

(there are 6 different colour - ways £14.99 each or 2 for £20....... was looking at them the other day.....

xx

Bambisbelle

Hi all,

I've been a long time lurker and not even attempted to read through the pages I've missed out on. Don't think I've been on here since May!!

Started my Christmas shopping early this year, I'm more of a buy the bulk of it Christmas eve kinda girl! I have to be super organised this year as I'm 6 months pregnant with my 1st.
So far I have;
A secret santa present for work £3 instead of £5
X2 shabby chic wooden signs totaling £5.98

And a notebook with all the presents to buy inside. Luckily I'm only waiting for payday so I can start spending out.

Don't know if anyones seen the Argos Toy Exchange advertised but I'm definitely dropping by my local so I can pick up a couple of vouchers and get some cheaper presents for LO ready for next year.
Also got my nectar and loyalty cards so I can get cheaper presents for everyone.

Any other tips and pointers you lovely ladies and gents can give me will be deeply appreciated

Bambi xx

mum2one

Congratulations bambi, good to see you back, pop in any time we may be a slower moving thread, but we the nice thread, like an extended family.

Thats a good offer with Argos with the £5 voucher, not bad as its a £35 spend, soon done with kids toys...

Anyone your stuck buying for - just shout age, male or female and budget and someone will sure be able to come up with a good suggestion or 2.

You take care xxxx

marco1dog

Mum2one I have just put the bracelet on to the Holly and the Ivy thread as it is really lovely and it may help someone there have a bargain. Thanks x