meganrussell Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 So I'm going with the 4 gift guideline - something to wear something to read something you want something you need. But I can't think of anything my kids need. I was thinking a small bag with toothbrushes, soaps, etc. But what else could go in there? Any other ideas? I have a 15 dd, 12 ds, 9 dd, 7 ds, 5 ds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twolittleboys Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Well, it really depends on what they need... New shoes, clothes, book bags, beds, desks, pens, hats... What would you have to buy them anyway because they need it (quite possibly they don't all have the same need though). If there is nothing like that you could stretch it to something like new headphones. Obviously, there is no need to stick with the guideline but if you wanted to I would look for something that is really a need and less a want. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meganrussell Posted November 17, 2017 Author Share Posted November 17, 2017 I just bought them all new (name brand) sneakers and good boots. I don't want to do clothes because of "something you wear". My mom is getting them each a bedding set. I'm thinking maybe a new sports bag for baseball/softball season? They won't need it until March/April, but they are all playing ball (some at school some in summer league). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth86 Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 (edited) What about water bottles? I say this because my kids some new water bottles. My littles like cute little character plate, bowl, cup sets. Maybe for older dd like a body wash lotion set type thing. Edited November 17, 2017 by Elizabeth86 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purpleowl Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Not sure if this would be helpful, but someone I know does the four-gift thing with a different rhyme: chosen by us, chosen by you, something to read, and something to do. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosika Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Well in this house we always need underwear and socks. These are a given every Christmas! (I think it's okay, and maybe even necessary most years, for the categories to overlap. A "need" might also be a "wear" IYKWIM. I think the rhyme is more for the buyer. It's not like the kids are going to open the gifts and categorize it. Although now that I type that, I do have one kid who I can totally see saying, "Hey, Ma, are these socks my WEAR or my NEED?!" and truly needing to know. Sigh.) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theelfqueen Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Is there a hobby for which they need supplies? (my kids often "need" gear for scouts or new martial arts pads or boxing wraps... ) Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raifta Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Is there a hobby for which they need supplies? (my kids often "need" gear for scouts or new martial arts pads or boxing wraps... ) Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk For my DD who is the crafty one, something she needs (and for her, this is a real need) is always glue sticks for the glue gun and acrylic paint. She is always, always running out of those items. Aside from that, due to their ability to always lose one mitten, my kids always need an extra set of good mitts by the time Christmas rolls around (although that duplicates the something to wear I realize). They also need new skates for this year, but that might be a bit on the large side (And perhaps you don't live somewhere where skating is a thing). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 I just bought them all new (name brand) sneakers and good boots. I don't want to do clothes because of "something you wear". My mom is getting them each a bedding set. I'm thinking maybe a new sports bag for baseball/softball season? They won't need it until March/April, but they are all playing ball (some at school some in summer league). And there goes my best idea. Sorry. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaplank Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Not sure if this would be helpful, but someone I know does the four-gift thing with a different rhyme: chosen by us, chosen by you, something to read, and something to do. Love this!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 A session of lessons like swimming? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmmetler Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 My DD is getting her cheer uniform. Not a need, but a requirement if she wants to cheer this season (her first competition is December 2, so she’s getting it a bit early). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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