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Does It Appear "cheap" To Give Hand-Made Gifts for Christmas?

admin — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 01:54:42 +0000

With Christmas coming really quickly, I'm trying to think of gift to give away to family and friends. We don't have very much money (I'm sure we're not the only ones) and wondering what everyone thinks of giving home made gifts. Some I've come up with so far are photo albums, personalised stationary (calendars etc), Christmas goodies (brownies, cookies etc), hand made soaps, and clothing our 2 young nieces. I'm a very creative person, I'm into scrapbooking, crafts and cooking. I want to know whether others think that gifts like that will be appreciated. Personally I love hand made gifts but not so sure other's do too. Any thoughts are appreciated and other gift would be great too.
We have a lot of people to buy really. In my family there is my parents, 3 sisters, 1 brother and I always give something to my paternal grandparents too as I'm very close to them. On my partners side there is his parents, 1 sister, her husband and 2 young daughters, his other sister and her partner, and his nan and 3 cousins. We have a lot to do with them so would like to give them something small each. He also has his other nan, 2 aunties and a cousin. I don't think it's necessary to buy them as we don't know them very well but they usually buy something us and I don't want to feel unnappreciative by not giving something back. Unfortunately they're the kind that count a gift on monetary value but don't seem to understand that we just don't have plenty of money to spend on gifts so not sure what to give them. I was thinking maybe just a hamper, ie. basket/box filled with goodies to share.
Btw, by home made I mean properly made items, not just bits of paper stuck on a cardboard box or something. I intend to put time and effort in to make the gifts as well as possible. Also, I don't know how to crochet and I'm not the best knitter either so those aren't really options. I think we'll still have to buy some gifts either way, our brother in law doesn't like anything that doesn't have "Holden" on it lol.

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Help! 60th Anniversary Gift???

admin — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 01:41:18 +0000

My grandparents are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary soon and I am stuck on ideas. The family is getting together to get them something big, but I want to get them something extra. I am very artsy and would love to make something, or at least have a hand in personalizing it.

One idea I had thought of was a photo book (like you can get from shutterfly) with images and memories of the last 60 yrs. But my grandpa doesn't like to have all these "useless photos and photo albums" lying around so that's out. (how anyone could live without photos I have no idea!:) but hey). Does anyone have any other thoughts? I don't mind spending a bit but want it to be something special and unique. Help! Thanks!

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Anyone Interested in a Family Photo Day?

admin — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 20:50:43 +0000

Hi all,

I'm an amature photographer and I'm looking into doing a family event in my home town, Harlow in the UK. If anyone would be interested in anything like this then please reply.

The idea would be to select a location (maybe once a month) and take my camera and hopefully gather a crowd of people via online advertisement and just take photos, the public can then decide to have their photos emailed to them to use as they wish but must be aware that I will also use these snaps my own portfolio and advertisement if I wish. All the correct forms will need to be filled out prior to taking any photos.

As I am only an amature there will be no lighting stations or benches so I will be relying purely on my selected scenery. Also, I will be able to quote printing on various products including my own side business of personalised gift bags.

If this is of interest to anyone please add me and I will email more details if I get a good enough response and there may be a dedicated Facebook page, if it all kicks off I would love to go to different areas around the UK and do this.

My main worry is, would need coucil permission to set this event up and how would I go about getting permission?

Thanks,
James
Thanks the spell check, also. I did think about refreshments and entertainment which is why the location will be carefully selected. I also thought of aiming it at people looking at getting into modelling.

Although I am an 'amateur' and don't have all the equipment I can still take amazing pictures.
Thanks your replies, I'll think about it a bit more and maybe save some money new gear.

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Original Personal B'Day Gift?

admin — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 01:48:57 +0000

so it's my friends birthday on saturday and me and about five other people are going to make her something amazing! but we don't know what to do... so does anyone have any idea an original birthday gift a girl that is personalised with photos etc. thankyou!! xxx Original Personal B'Day Gift? is a post [...]

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I Need an Amazing Birthday Gift!?

admin — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 06:37:00 +0000

hey guys, my best friends bday is coming up, shes in school while im out (bday is the 16th of december & they still have school! yes i kno it's a sunday) but ok, we've been bff's 12 years & this is the first bday we wont be together since we're @ different colleges...well im going up to surprise her her bday cause i dont have school the next day & blah blah blah. but we are so close to eachother i need just the most amazing present in the whole world!!!! ive given her a blanket that has our picture on it, a calendar w/ funny pix of us, & a photo mosaic as well. i like personalized things i guess, something that shows how long we've been together ya kno? but it doesnt have to be personalized. any ideas? anything is helpful! thnx guys!!!

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Good Graduation Gift for Best Friend?

admin — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 11:16:20 +0000

So I graduated this year and im not exactly sure what i should get my best friend her graduation present. I'm going away to college so she got me a bunch of personalized picture frames and photo albums and things my dorm. But shes staying home so I'm not sure.. any ideas? thanks! Good Graduation [...]

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Could This Literary Lot Help Me With This Home Made Gift Idea?

admin — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:29:56 +0000

I'm making a special someone a personalised pressie this year - a home made diary with a week on each page. I'm including small photos I've taken and would also very much like to put a shortish quote at the bottom of each page. Means I need about 52. Could you share your favourite short quote - from a book or just something you've heard and appreciated? Thanks in advance.

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Help Needed to Create a Personalized Program as a Gift for My Boyfriend?

admin — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 11:19:20 +0000

i am a beginner when it comes to programing, below is the idea of the program i want to create. All i need is to know what kind of procedure to follow or what programs to use or which language or whatever, and then i'll manage with some self-help books..Thanks!

i want it to be a setup that's like a game (kind of like the sims) with me, and the appartment where I'm living. i want to have a representation of every single part of the house and my room. and add some little twists as when he goes to my wardrobe in my room he can see the clothes i have, and then on my desk a photo album with all my pics as a child etc...
i basically want it to be representing all the things i do in my everyday life and the things that matter to me. So it would be very simple, he could dress me up with my own clothes if he wants to. he could look around in my room and as he looks around stuff opens up and reveals more details.
PS. i am very patient and in no hurry, i just want it to be a good quality program
I do realise that it will take a lot of time, and a lot more experience. but I'm a fast learner, and I will seek help if stuck, I just need to know the procedure required in order to get the best quality results
Thanks!

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Help Needed to Create a Personalized Program as a Gift for My Boyfriend?

admin — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 11:13:29 +0000

i want it to be a setup that's like a game (kind of like the sims) with me, and the appartment where I'm living. i want to have a representation of every single part of the house and my room. and add some little twists as when he goes to my wardrobe in my room he can see the clothes i have, and then on my desk a photo album with all my pics as a child etc...
i basically want it to be representing all the things i do in my everyday life and the things that matter to me. So it would be very simple, he could dress me up with my own clothes if he wants to. he could look around in my room and as he looks around stuff opens up and reveals more details..
its a bit blurry i know but the idea IS blurry in my head so excuse me =)

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What Is a Good Gift Idea for My Best Friend'S 20th Birthday?

admin — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 06:33:35 +0000

I live in Texas, and my best friend lives in Michigan. Her birthday is FAST approaching, and I need a great idea! She loves to dance and have a good time. She's not too much of a party girl though. She lives with her parents. She likes those throwing knives but I already got her one xmas. She is sexy and beautiful/ She loves to take pictures. She drives like a maniac! She's my best friend and I have no idea what to do. I wanted to make one of those photo blankets, but they are a little on the expensive side, and I don't have that much money. We've already done build-a-bears, and I've previously gotten her a Cosmo subscription, a personalized romance novel, slipper things, jewelry, lotions and bath stuff. I was thinking of sending flowers, but I just didn't think it as incredibly personal. Please help! I need some really creative ideas; I'm fresh out!

Thank you very much in advance! And yes, it is embarrassing that I can't think of a stellar birthday gift my best friend.

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