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Post by pennybanger on Nov 15, 2018 9:11:30 GMT
My family are doing a Secret Santa lucky dip this year. Max $20 and must be unisex as no-one knows who they are buying for.
All suggestions gratefully accepted.
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Post by kayoneuu1 on Nov 15, 2018 17:44:44 GMT
Is it only adults involved? Wine or a movie pass, but they’re pretty boring. I’m sure someone else can do better.
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Post by prim on Nov 15, 2018 21:05:35 GMT
I just googled Myers "giftorium". If it is for adults, there are games for $19.95 such as Ridley's Game Room General Knowledge Quiz and Charades.
I was in Kmart yesterday and for around $6 there were lots of fun games like charades, etc. You could buy 3. I think these things will sell out quickly.
Chocolate is always a favourite. It can be mundane but if you pick a really nice box of something, then wrap it superbly with lots of clever wrapping and lots of holly, or Christmas figurines or poinsettias and lots of ribbon, it will seem extra special.
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Post by pennybanger on Nov 16, 2018 1:05:02 GMT
Thanks guys, keep 'em coming.
Yes it's all adults
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Post by rebelater on Nov 17, 2018 13:33:37 GMT
coupla' suggestions
if the 20 bucks is per person, you can buy gorillapods for about the 40 dollar mark
how's about christmas decos. for next year, not junk.
m'self, i'm goin' in one of these things this year, don't like 'em. 20 buck limit. bought a coupla' packs of stainless steel straws
ordered 'em, from ebay. goin' to add some biscuits to make up the diff.
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Post by joono on Nov 17, 2018 14:10:01 GMT
I agree, I like the idea of buying Christmas stuff. A plate for putting your fruit mince pies on. A Christmas tree bauble. At our age I'm sure we all have a place to store this stuff and bring it out year after year. Chuck in some cherry liqueurs and all is well. Pick me!  |
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Post by Clarabelle on Nov 18, 2018 2:46:42 GMT
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Post by pennybanger on Nov 18, 2018 2:53:14 GMT
Great ideas  What's a gorillapod? |
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Post by kayoneuu1 on Nov 18, 2018 8:44:49 GMT
I googled that too penny, then realised I actually have one LOL
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Post by kayoneuu1 on Nov 18, 2018 8:45:46 GMT
oops, it’s a Flexi tripod thingy
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Post by humanbean on Nov 21, 2018 14:43:54 GMT
Back scratchers for everyone.  |
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Post by prim on Nov 21, 2018 21:11:16 GMT
Money tree plant?
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Post by pennybanger on Nov 23, 2018 1:02:38 GMT
Thanks everyone. Problem solved -I had a flash of inspiration an hour ago and have ordered two $20.00 donations of toys through World Vision. I've also bought, through them, two special little gift cases to fit the donor cards so I can wrap them and make them look like a proper present. None of our family really needs a $20.00 gift and I think whoever gets the cards will be chuffed to know they are helping to make a difference in a child's life.
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Post by pennybanger on Nov 23, 2018 1:03:46 GMT
I'll delete the pics once everyone's had a chance to see them.
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Post by maggiemay on Nov 23, 2018 3:32:53 GMT
sorry, Penny, but i would never give a cent to that organisation
good idea, though
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Post by pennybanger on Nov 23, 2018 7:29:55 GMT
Oh dear. Are they really that bad?  |
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Post by maggiemay on Nov 23, 2018 9:36:55 GMT
they are in my opinion, based on their history.....i would choose The Smith Family, Barnardos Australia, Save the Children, PACT, which directly help children
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Post by rebelater on Nov 24, 2018 7:55:07 GMT
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Post by Clarabelle on Nov 24, 2018 9:10:58 GMT
Those sandals areway cool, I'm putting them on my wish list. I would prefer the back scratcher to a donation card. Whilst I understand the sentiment, and xmas is a time of giving and all that, I'd rather my gift to a charity be my choice not someone elses choice for me.. Besides, I really need a backscratcher.  |
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