I don't like Christmas shopping. I especially don't like Christmas shopping now with all the crowds. My husband and I both come from large families. We've pulled names for the siblings, but we haven't done that the nieces and nephews. My siblings have in-laws with a smaller amount of nieces and nephews. My husband's siblings have all picked names for whose kids they're buying. So, we're stuck. I just can't buy for mine and not for his. I don't know what to do! Help!
2006-11-25 08:16:02 · 12 answers · asked by ThatLady 5 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
30! I thought I had it bad. Set a $$ for each kid and stick to it. For the little kids - go to Oriental Trading.com and order some toys, craft kits, crayons, coloring books and gift bags in bulk and make up little goody bags for each of them. For the older kids - buy them all a gift card for a book or music store.
2006-11-25 08:22:38 · answer #1 · answered by Signilda 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's not clear to me whether you are buying for all 30 or just the ones whose names haven't been picked. At any rate, I agree with those who suggest a board game to be shared by siblings or some kind of sweet. Or maybe a video that the whole family can enjoy.
If money is not a big concern, gift cards for bookstores or fast food are useful for most people.
It's hard, especially if you don;t know them well. I remember as a kid getting gifts from cousins in other states-- we saw them maybe once every three years and really didn;t know them at all, or they us. The presents they sent were usually things we didn;t want or need. It's hard-- not wanting to be a scrooge yet feeling that you're expected to give, give, give...
2006-11-25 16:29:46 · answer #2 · answered by Ms. Switch 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you can knit make scarves,hats,gloves etc. really inexpensive since you buy the wool from the local crafstore or very creative make bracelets or necklaces,I would use my mothers technique but its something that's done during the whole year just shopping at clothing stores and buy from sales racks and stock up and you're set for Christmas or buy gift certificates like Barnes&Noble like $10 buck or give away money that's what all my relatives have done for me =D
2006-11-25 16:36:06 · answer #3 · answered by *sapphire* 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Stick to the 'ol names out of a hat. Not everyone is rich. It is the best solution, each couple gets x amount of names. That is the only solution other than buying for all of them...not cheap. Or you can make some cookies and give them some. If they don't like it, oh well. It is the thought that counts. Good luck, you will need it. :)
2006-11-25 16:26:33 · answer #4 · answered by metallicachic82 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
McDonald gift certificates. Who doesnt like McDonalds at least once in a while and what mom or dad hasnt relied on that for dinner on a busy night. Little kids, older kids, and teens love to eat there and its inexpensive. They usually have off during Christmas break and its a break for the parent too. They dont have to make dinner one night......2 gift in one. Have a great Holiday!!!! PS Im pretty sure you can get them in the drive thru......no crowds.
2006-11-25 16:42:13 · answer #5 · answered by jesswonderin 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Garage Sales, eBay, Dollar Store, Hand Me Downs....
It Isnt My problem. But Im Giving You a Soultion.
2006-11-25 16:20:44 · answer #6 · answered by Im So In Love With Him. 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is the thought that counts, just a lil sumthin goes along way. Think of something that you can make for them. A tin of homemade cookies and candy will make any kid happy.
2006-11-25 16:21:10 · answer #7 · answered by Andrew P 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
give them games that they can play together one game per household depend on how many n/n there is in each household
2006-11-25 16:29:11 · answer #8 · answered by shorty4475860 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
go buy gift cards
2006-11-25 16:32:08 · answer #9 · answered by ahkiya :) 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a few board games that they can all share........a lot easier too....
2006-11-25 16:21:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋