1bassoon Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Hive, you have GOT to help me!!! I need to make a Christmas list for dh and the kids by tomorrow. And this is pathetic - but I'm struggling with what to put on it! Gifts need to be not too expensive (no Kindles!), maybe under $25 or so. I'm a pretty plain Jane kinda girl, not real fancy with jewelry etc. If I get one more smelly bath product I may scream. Dh is being sweet - he asked for a list so he can help. The things I'd REALLY like - you know, a weekend to scrapbook and get caught up on my pictures, a nice digital camera, time in the house with no kids etc. etc. - are just not in the picture. So, what do you want for YOU this Christmas. Give me some ideas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cougarmom4 Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 I just went and bought myself what I wanted today. Does that sound terrible or what? But it's been one of those crazy years with everyone sick and dh not being able to find the time to take the kids shopping. So I had fun! Nothing terribly exciting, but good enough for me! bread pans--$5 glasses (drinking kind)--$10 black socks--$3 pajamas--$15 scrapbook stickers--$3 black binders for scrapbooking--$5 And then I told dh he has to get me at least one surprise. What I really want is a basket/crate on wheels to use when I go to the library (and I told him so...so I guess it wouldn't really be a surprise). Hope you've come up with some things to put on your list! Just think of all that you'd love to pick up while you're at Target and imagine throwing it into your cart. Wow...anything you want! CD, DVD that you'd like, any books you want, new calendar, label-maker, watch, gloves, scarf, slippers, picture frames, bathroom towels, candle.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 (edited) You want a gift certificate to Creative Memories. You also want a pair of those new gardening gloves that are made of the spiffy silicone stuff that is practically puncture proof. A new rolling pin, a pair of laths, and a copy of "Cookie Craft: From Baking to Luster Dust." If you don't like to bake, just ask for the book but no tools and treat it as an art book to read and admire. That's what I do. You would also like a one year subscription to Knitters or to Handwoven (if you are me). And from Schoolhouse Press, you would like their tool kit (check it out--if you're a knitter or crocheter you will love this. And it's very compact and also certified to be able to be carried onto planes.) And in addition, for your listening pleasure, if you like hymns you would like one of the collections of Paul Manz's hymn variations. I recommend Collection 1, which includes some of his most stirring works--"God of Grace and God of Glory" being one of them. Collection 3 is quite topical, though--all Advent and Christmas selections (maybe some Epiphany ones as well.) You would also like some very good fudge that is just for you, not for sharing. Edited December 16, 2009 by Carol in Cal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 I asked that he get my bicycle all tuned up and ready to go. (Never mind that it is too icy to ride it right now.) Some other things I would like: some scrapbooking supplies or knitting supplies a new fleece blanket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renai Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 But, can't since the tub doesn't hold water :glare:. from a few responsibilities and let someone else take care of them without getting in trouble. to my Mac that's been out for a couple of months. would be really nice, but wishful thinking. I'd settle for this . Oh, you mean realistically? How about the family doing this then giving you certificates for time alone to scrapbook, catch up on your photos, or just . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1bassoon Posted December 16, 2009 Author Share Posted December 16, 2009 Thanks! You guys are giving me ideas. . . . . And Renai, that is HYSTERICAL! Nice job with the smilies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G5052 Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 A basic MP3 player (iPod not necessary) because the library is no longer buying books-on-CD. I don't need bells-and-whistles, just enough to download things to listen to. A new flannel nightgown. An interesting cookbook. From what he's wrapped so far, I think that's what I'm getting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyndie Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 magazine subscriptions anything on my amazon.com list stainless steel serving utensils swivel for putting the net swing in the ceiling plants - any kind I had to come up with an inexpensive list too. Who knows if I'll even get anything off there but at least they can't say they didn't know what to get me. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferdie Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 (edited) I saw some great scarves at Target this weekend - super soft and great colors. I think they were $15. I have been meaning to try a new nail polish, Sally Hansen Insta-dri. It is suppose to go on in one coat and dry in 60 seconds. Make up? Lip balm? Hand lotin for your car? I love Neutrogena Moisture Shine lip gloss in color #20-Dreamy. New sweater? New boots - more than $25, but you are worth it. Favorite tea or coffee? How about a meal planning service. You could ask for a subscription to e-mealz.com. Magazine subscription? Book gift certificate? Movie tickets? That's all I got. Hope you have a fabulous holiday! Edited December 16, 2009 by Ferdie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paintedlady Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 A super soft ruffled scarf leather driving gloves (lined ones if they're on sale) attachments for my Kitchenmaid mixer tea ball/tea diffuser nice bulk teas tea pot shawl for wearing in the house when it's chilly Silpats for baking hth! :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom-ninja. Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 Pretty socks boiled wool slippers metal water bottle pretty reusable bags (tell them to check reusablebags.com) reusable "paper" towels/napkins paper cutter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strawberry Queen Posted December 16, 2009 Share Posted December 16, 2009 How about a collage picture frame...I have one on my list and it's about $25 and holds 15 pics. Some new stickers, glue-I've heard the Martha Stewart glue is really nice and comes out in a very thin line. Some MP3's of your favourite inspirational person/s to motivate you in whatever area you need motivation. New office supplies-like some nice pens or a fancy stapler A multi-visit pass to a recreation centre. We can buy any # of visits where we live. Perfect for any budget, as well as post Christmas exercise. A new exercise video-if that's your thing, or some new weights or a pogo stick. I've always wanted a pogo stick. :D Stock up on chocolate supplies for those stressful moments.;) HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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