I want to knit or crochet an infinity scarf...?

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solostinth

im a total beginner besides knitting a few years ago and getting half done and forgetting about it. my boyfriends family has a tradition where all the women make the gifts that they give and i want to be in on it as of next christmas. i would like to knit something by christmas time this year, but im not sure what is easy enough to start on...could i go for the infinity scarf or should i start with something else? how long would it take for me to complete a scarf? i know it differs by person and all but on average?

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Look for patterns that are rated "easy" and "quick" and/or use fat yarn and large needles.

For example, quick, easy scarves: http://www.lionbrand.com/cgi-bin/patternFinder.fcgi?search=Search&store=%2Fstores%2Feyarn&resultPageTemplate=ResultPage.html&resultItemTemplate=ResultItem.txt&noResultPageTemplate=NoResultPage.html&case=no&primaryServer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lionbrand.com&minPrice=0&noBoolean=1&searchText=quick+easy+scarf+knit&Go.x=13&Go.y=12&sT=1

Or try this list. Things knit on needles size 11 and up are going to go faster. http://www.redheart.com/finder/pattern?filters=tid%3A2802%20tid%3A2%20tid%3A308&amp%3Bretain-filters=1&retain-filters=1

You might like this one: http://www.acraftyhouse.com/2011/12/easy-knit-infinity-scarf-pattern-mid.html

Or this one: http://www.pickles.no/roll-cowl/

how do i get over this friendship?

Suzie

In 2011, I met a friend at church, I am in my 20s, and have social anxiety and obsessive thoughts. This woman is 40, and so is her husband and they both are kind, caring, dont gossip and possess every good quality you would want in a friend. I really wanted to be there friend. This is going to sound so abnormal, but I had been to so many churches before and the people were cold and not friendly, mostly because of my SA, and not understanding me I am sure.

My mother was a teacher, and prior to attending this church, I knew that a former student of hers and her husband went there, and this incidently was the woman I was wanting to make friends with. They just looked really nice in their facebook pictures, and being that I have obsessive thoughts I felt that they would make me feel accepted and care about me, and I could just tell from the picture they would be those kind of friends to me.

At first, they appeared so welcoming and kind like the friendship would happen, and then at times it appeared they werent as friendly, and then it would hurt me deeply, because then the thoughts would start everyone hates me.

I got to know them for about 9 months. Then they called me that they were leaving and they wanted to stay in touch and would I be interested if they kept me updating on where they attend and that our friendship would continue. The friendship has grown since then and already in this past year we have gone to dinner 4-5 times, but keep in mind they have three teenage sons and both work 40-60 hours a week, and their sons are involved in every school activity. They also call me on the phone probably every 5 weeks. I have done nice things for them too, always getting them a gift for their bday, christmas, the last time we went out to eat, I paid the bill.

I am in school, so I will be transferring to another state and they assure me that the friendship will keep on, and that they will come out and see me. Still, words can be cheap too so you dont always know their sincerity.

It bothers me that I cant tell if they are friends with me because they like me or because they feel sorry for me that I have no friends and have social anxiety.

As time is going on, I am starting to believe they are true friends, but because I have obsessive thoughts and get obsessed with people (not in an unhealthy way) but more in a way of obsessing if they like me or will hurt me. You would think I would be grateful that they appear to be friends, but now thats not enough. You know how I mentioned the church I was going to. Well several couples that attend that old church, were really nasty to me and said I was a freak under their breath, and now my obsession is on whether or not this couple is still friends with those other people.

My mind keeps harping on the fact that, I have never had any friends before, so if this couple are my friends, then they have be 10x more of a friend to these other people they used to attend church with. It made me feel special they called me after they left the church, but then I would think they probably did this for essentially everyone at the church saying they wanted to stay in touch.

My mind keeps focusing on how 2-3 of these other couples at church said mean things to me, and my mind then starts, if this couple that are my friends, are friends with them, then I cant have any respect for them, and my instincts dictate for me to end the friendship. There's apart of me that wants to end it because I feel I am going to end up hurt and another part of me that doesnt want to lose them.

What do I do? Is it possible they just called me after they left because I was sort of a new person and they didnt get to know me and wanted to pursue the friendship OR would they have called the other people two including the couples that werent nice to me?

How can you tell without asking them.

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TL; DR

Paraphrase.

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Where can I find some good personalised gift ideas for Christmas?

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Q. I'm looking for gift ideas for new borns. As a new mother myself, and with a lot of my friends having young children also, I need some help getting gifts for everyone. I feel that personalised gifts are a bit more special so something along those lines would be great!

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I found a prety good website a few weeks back, full of personalised gifts and some really good ideas for newborns like baby grows and gift baskets etc. Its www.dieselfrog.com. haev a look

What are some great gift ideas to give parents of a newborn baby or a child?

A bunch of my friends are starting to have kids now, so I want to give them a gift that is really useful and thoughtful. I usually fall back on either a bib, little baby clothes, onesies, or a gift certificate to Target. Is there anything more unique or more useful I can get the parents? Are there any customized gifts that are good? Since I don't have kids, I am clueless! Thanks!

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Newborns - DIAPERS DIAPERS AND MORE DIAPERS. I know it's boring, but it is VERY useful. Diapers are expensive and babies go through a TON. They are also ok if you get the wrong size, because they are very easily exchangable with or without a receipt.

Fantastic gift for toddlers - they have music CD's and books that you can order personalized with the children's name. Like my daughter (2 years old) has an Elmo CD that says "Come on Mia, let's play a game!" and she just LOVES it. She will listen to it over and over again...

http://www.justmymusic.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_music_info&cPath=1&products_id=5&gclid=CKr0g8zTkJcCFQFqxwodh1p6dA

My oldest (five years old) has many books that are personalized with her name printed into the story and she just thinks that is cooler than snot. :)

http://www.mychildbook.com/?gclid=COf78N7TkJcCFRJexwodhmG0Iw

Also a really nice gift that I have been given in the past was blankets and pillowcases with the children's names embriodered along the edges. It was very nice, and I knew they had put some thought into it. Don't know if you know anyone who does sews, but you should be able to find several shops that do it on commision as well.

Good luck to you! Hope I helped.... :)

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Gift Ideas for dad for Christmas?

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ohiothomas

I don't have any money to buy my dad anything for Christmas.I am 13 years old,and everything on the INTERNET is for young kids to make arts and crafts for their daddy.I need ideas for something to make my dad for Christmas.Please Help.Any Ideas that you have, I'll take them.
Thank You!

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Humm.. that sounds tuff. Maybe you could try:

Step 1: Go to Elfyourself.com
Step 2: find a photo of you dad
Step 3: make an "Elf" of your father,
Step 4: at the bottom, it says you can buy your own mug, computer mouse pad, etc. With his face on it!
That doesn't cost too too much if you had a little money.

Another idea is just take an old mug, cup etc. and...
Step 1: Get sharpened pencils, pens, scissors, markers anything else office like
Step 2: in bold marker, write "DAD'S NUTS AND BOLTS" and draw things your dad likes on it!

Very cute, and cheap

What does your dad like to do? Does he farm? interested in cars? sports? woodwork?
make a homemade calender for 2010 with photos of him with his cars, or at sport games. or just of his favourite thing to do! :)
I did that last year. turned out good!

Hope these ideas help! :D
Merry christmas!

Fund raising £3000 in a year and a half...is it possible?

lucy_m123

Im 16 and in 6th form and i need to raise £3000 by july 2010 for a trip to Uganda to help teach kids english.... do you think its possible? and if so, any ideas on ways to raise it? any suggestions welcome :)

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First: yes it is very achievable
Second: be open to fund raising in different ways
Third: Capitalise on the fact that you are a young person and people / companies will be willing to help you out in achieving this goal for a worthy cause. - You hold more power than you think you do.

Fund Raising ideas include but are not limited to:
- having a draw for a gift. You can create gift baskets for various occassions - like thanks giving, halloween, christmas, valentines etc. Get a nice basket and then approach businesses - anything from hair cuts, spa stuff, kids stuff, cars, magazines, chocolates, food, flowers, golf - your imagination is the limit...but stick to your theme...Then approach about 20 businesses for a donation. Display your great basket and sell tickets. Voila...you've made $250 - $500 Sell your tickets reasonably. You may be asked by your city to get a license to sell tickets - under a charitable organization...depending on how anal they want to be with you.

Have a silent auction. Go with a theme. ASk for daonations to your worthy cause. The key is location and marketing the silent auction. Some hotels may offer you space for free - being this is a fund raiser. Parks are good too. its easier to piggy back onto an event that is already taking place. For example - if the local Rotary club is hosting an event - then approach them to see if you can get your silent aution to be held as some event. and voila... the pace is packed...you sell donated art work and make another $500.

Be a shadow server at a popular restaurant - and explain to all the customers yous erve that the tiops they give is going to your cause... you'll need to get the restaurant on board to advertise the event and pair you with a really great server.

Go on the radio or local TV morning show with a popular radio / TV host - to advert a fund raising event - 5 minute spot. No cost to you.

Think about the things that are popluar to your city / town and try to come up with an idea that can get you interacting with people at the event - and raising money. - oh yeah - christmas present wrapping at a shopping mall is a good fund raiser - enlist help of course. Get a company to GIVE you the wrapping paper ribbons etc... so everything is pure profit.

Approach a school board - or school staff to see if they have any ideas for fundraising....being this is about teaching.

Hope this is helpful. Best of luck raising the money and teaching in Africa.

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What else can I give my mom for her 50th birthday?

What should I get my cousins for Christmas?

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Mele Forte

They are twin 7 year old boys.

What do you think they would like for Christmas?


Thanks!

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http://www.gifts.com/
this place has a tun of great gift ideas

What is a good idea for a gift for someone that volunteers as a subject for a psychological report?

ceesbuve

I want to give, as a token of gratitude, something to this young female and to these two children, a 9 year old boy and a 7 year old girl, who will help me prepare a psychological report posing as subjects. They will be asked to perform several psychological tests as well as to fill out questionnaires and forms with intimate and maybe critical personal information. They are assured that this information will be kept confidential although it will be supervised, and I will make sure that this report actually ends up with them.

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I had to do this when I first started grad school. I administered a lengthy cognitive test to a 9 year old and had to write a report. Before the test, I did a quick interview and discovered that the little girl really liked art, so I got her a little art case with crayons, pencils, paints, and pastels. So, maybe you can ask the boy and girl what they like and what their hobbies are. It will help you build rapport and you'll get some gift ideas too.

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How closely related is Moroccan cuisine to Indian?

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Andrew R

I'm looking for gift ideas for my dad and was going to get him a Tagine and a Moroccan cookbook since he enjoys cooking so much but then I remembered that he's said a few times that he doesn't really like Indian food. So I'm wondering how similar they are as far as spices and such go.

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They are not similar in taste at all. I am a big fan or Moroccan food, but I don't really like Indian food. Moroccan cuisine does use spices, like Indian cuisine, but does not use curry. The spices are usually cumin, paprika, or dried ginger, but are used quite sparingly as opposed to Indian cuisine, which uses more spices in higher amounts. Have your father try out a simple tagine (my favorite is lamb or beef with green beans) or even a cous cous.

Can anyone help me with present and gift ideas?

Ida

1. Okay so My Dad's birthday is coming up on the 21st of November (this month) hes 39 or 40 and i seriously need birthday ideas, please help!

2. My Mom's birthday is also coming up 38 or 39 is old she will be, gift ideas?

Thank you in advance i know i didn't give you a lot to use but i just want you to put things you've given family members in the past and ideas you would like to share with me, anything! :D

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After spending a lot of time searching for great affordable gifts for my family, I thought it would be great to make a list of some of the best websites for others to be able to compare products and prices, quickly and easily.

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I need a gift idea for my mother in law for watching my baby and two big dogs for 3 days.?

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Apple Juic

My husband are going to Vegas for 3 days before he deploys, It is kind of short notice, they are watching our 8 month old, german shepherd, and black lab at THEIR house. Either my mother in law or step mother - law are going to watch him. They are both mid 40s, live in the country in N. Kentucky, they are more of the farm type of women than the makeup and heels kind of women, any good gift ideas?

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movie gift certificates and their favorite returant gift cards are good.

Christmas gift ideas for a 9 yr old girl?

Mom2Cas

My ex husband asked me today for gift ideas for our 9 yr old daughter. This should be easy but I am out of ideas. I have bought her things already. I have given other ideas to my grandma, mom, and ex mother in law. What are some ideas for 9 yr old girls. Maybe i can get some new ideas for him to get her. Thanks!

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webkinz , littlest pet shop , dolls ? clothes , stuff from claires , like nailpolish , maybe an mp3 player ?
don't get her any pets , cause i heard that they are not good to get at christmas because the kid will be too occupied playing with other things , and may not even want one.
anything hannah montana , or the jonas brothers ,
you could maybe get her a surscription to like popstarr or tigerbeat ,
get her hannah montana tickets ? for a concert ?
hope this helped =)

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How can I make Christmas special for my boyfriend?

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Caleigh

My boyfriend and I have been dating long distance for around a year now. He is planning to come up to visit me for his Christmas break from college. Christmas with his family has always made him sad because something tends to go wrong, so I want to make this Christmas really special for him. I was hoping I could get some ideas on how to make this Christmas awesome and hopefully change his mind about the holidays. Gift ideas are also appreciated.

Answer
Show up naked with just a christmas bow tied around you. That should make his Christmas memory a happy one. . .

What are some good gift ideas for a long distance boyfriend?

Believer

We just celebrated out 2 years, and his birthday is coming up. I have no idea what I want to get him, but I know I don't have much money to pay for something. I was going to make him 365 reasons why I love him, but it was tricky coming up with all of them. What do you suggest?

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A photo album of you.

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What would be a great gift for someone who is going into the armed forces?

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Grey Foxx

I have a friend who is 21 years old and he is going into the Army. We are having a going away party for him, and I want to get him a gift. What is something that would be a great gift for him? Unfortunately he all ready has a X-box 360, PlayStation 3 And the Wii, Vitamins also sounds Great. Good running shoes, perhaps. He won't really need money, they give him everything he needs there and when he gets out of basic training he'll have a few grand saved up. Right?

What do you think? Please Help!

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A young man in an army perhaps needs and misses nothing more than his family. Which is why, I think giving him a good family photo album is a nice idea. So, why don’t you give a nice pocket photo book to him? It’s easy, cheap, and priceless. Visit Smilebooks to know more about it. Good luck.

What are some good gift ideas for a pollyanna gift game christmas party?

Some friends and I are having a pollyanna gift giving party/christmas party. We set a $20.00 or more price limit and it's for a group of 14 years old. It's also a mixed party so I need gift ideas for something both girls and guys would like. Thanks !

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Christmas is the time of year when many families spend more money than they have to create a holiday to remember for their children. With the economy in a downward spiral, saving where you can is important. Christmas is a time of giving, and this is a perfect chance to teach your children to give back.

Giving back

There are many families that are in worse economic shape than you are. Taking the family to a soup kitchen to volunteer during the holiday season will help make it memorable for everyone. It will also help your children appreciate what they have much more.
Thrift and consignment stores

Shopping at thrift stores you can find many items that can be the perfect gift for your child. Most items are gently used and look brand new. You may find the occasional new item that still has the tag on. Starting in these stores is the perfect way to find a multitude of gifts at a fraction of the cost.

Dollar stores

Looking at stores such as the Dollar Store or Five Below you can find some great gifts at a cheap price. Purchasing several of these types of gifts can help fill under the tree and stockings. This can help save money while still making Christmas look plentiful.

Pollyanna

If you have a large family buying many gifts can be daunting. A fantastic way to save money is to do a Pollyanna gift exchange. This is basically putting everyone’s name in a hat and drawing a name of one person to purchase a gift. This will save an enormous amount of money. Instead of buying gifts for ten people you will only be buying for one person.

Cut your gift list

When economic times are good, giving to everyone can make one feel wonderful. Now may be the time to take a look at the list of people you normally give gifts to and decide who you can eliminate from gift giving. This will probably be the hardest part to do as you don’t want to offend anyone. You can choose to give a nice Christmas card instead. In these times it is necessary.

The important thing to remember is Christmas is a time to enjoy your family and appreciate your loved ones. While it may be a challenge for children to understand making a memorable Christmas does not mean you have to spend a lot of money.

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http://ask.metafilter.com/78999/Games-to-play-at-a-Christmas-Party
your can search in these sites also

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What is a good engagement gift for my friend?

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preeti

My friend is getting married, she is in her late twenties, in college and likes makeup. I don't know much about her fiancee, what should I get her for an engagement gift? Any ideas?

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You need to get something for both of them, not just for your friend.

A nice bottle of wine or champagne is always appropriate. You could also get a wedding planning book. Maybe a gift card for some money off on a photography session. You could also get gift cards to a restaurant or massage... plan a date night for them together.

What is a good gift idea for an engagement dinner?

Cash's Mom

A closer friend of mines just got engaged. I am the maid of honor and I need a gift idea for her engagement dinner. Her and her fiance' are in their late 20's and are very fashion foward. Any suggestions???

Answer
get them spa day together or a dinner at a fancy restaurant

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What are some good birthday or anniversary ideas for a friend your interested in?

What is a good gift for a son to get a Mother?

What are good ideas for teenage Christmas gifts that are cheap?

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Shelby C

I'm making Christmas gifts for all of my friends, and i need some cute ideas. I already have 6' long stockings for each of them, i just need to figure out what to put in them... that's where you guys come in! I don't want to have anything expensive, but cute and meaningful:) I already have mini candy canes and lip gloss. Oh and btw im 13 and so are all of my friends, so i hope that helps! Thanks for all of your help!

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My 13 yrs old daughter loves the outdoors and birds and we found here this great bird identifier:
BirdSong IdentiFlyer- i think they are around $35. The other good things is that is gets your kids outside and off these computer and video games..new hobby.. Here is the manufacturers website: www.Identiflyer.com

What are some easy and good gift ideas I should give to my friend on her birthday?

x_anniee

My friends birthday is coming up and I want to give her something cool and easy.
I want it simple enough to bring to school and give to her but awesome enough for a teenage girl to love :)
Arts and Crafts are good, she likes creative stuff, but make sure it's like a girly idea for her to like :)

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I agree with the scrapbook idea. Scrap albums are a great way to freeze time in a unique way. If you can get together some pics of you guys together, you can check out http://endofastring.webs.com . the scrapbooks are completely handmade & you get to customize it down to the color, shape, EVERYTHING! & then they do the rest (:
the best part about End of a String: the prices are all negotiable! just send in a message or an order request.
whatever you get her, just make sure it comes from your heart, i'm sure she'll love it.
hope this helps!!!!!!!!!!

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Book recommendations for a 13 yr old girl?

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becca7496

My son is doing a gift book exchange at school. He needs to buy a book for a 13 yr old girl. Any suggestions?

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Number 8 by Anna Fienberg:
Jackson, a bona fide numbers freak, has never lived outside the city before. But his mother whisked them away to the suburbs after witnessing some after hours "dealing" at the casino she performed in, hoping they could just disappear. Soon, strange phone calls start making his mother nervous, a mysterious car keeps driving by their house, and a crazy driver almost runs him down. His new friend Asim recognizes these threatening tactics from his childhood as an enemy of Sadaam in Iraq. Still, Jackson is hoping to keep the growing danger a secret from his new girlfriend, Esmerelda. Until one night she disappears raising the stakes in a dangerous game where all bets are off.

Prepared to be glued to your seat by this character-driven mystery novel filled with math, gangsters, and a just a touch of OCD.
......
Firehorse by Diane Lee Wilson:
When fifteen-year-old Rachel is forced to move to Boston in 1872, she is furious. She is also lonely, for her beloved horse, Peaches, has been sold. But Rachel soon finds a horse that needs her, and needs her desperately: The Governor's Girl, a famous firehorse, has been badly burned. Rachel gets permission to care for the Girl in a stable behind her house.

As she cares for the injured horse,Rachel dreams about becoming a veterinarian. But her father, a newspaperman, has very definite ideas about where women belong: only in the home. Father also has definite ideas about Boston's inadequate firefighting equipment, as an outbreak of suspicious fires erupts. To make things worse, horses everywhere begin falling ill -- and it is horses that power the city's fire engines. Another spark might send the whole city up in flames.

With cinematic vividness, Diane Lee Wilson brings the very real Great Boston Fire to life in this exciting and inspiring story of a strong-minded girl determined to decide her own future.
..........

What should I buy for my good friends 13th birthday(girl)?

Molly

It has to be cheapish! Nothing like a ipod or camera. She's also not that artsy. Shes turning 13 yr old and is a GIRL too. I just found out that her party is tomorrow!! I could get her a CD.. Please give me some CD ideas and other gifts. If you could also include the price and maybe where I could get it (NOT ONLINE) that would be great.

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CDs:
Coco by Colbie Calliat - 10.99 - most electronics stores
Mama Mia sound track - 18.90 - same as above

Other ideas:
Purse/bag - Local clothing store, target, any dept. store $10-20
makeup - Local drug store - $5-20
lipgloss - same as above - $3-10
spa stuff - nail polish, body spray, nail stickers - $2-20
fun pillow/super soft blanket - $5-20
cover/accessorie for iPod/phone - $3-15
blank journal/cute pens - $8-20

Giftcards:
Blockbuster
Fave clothes store (aero, hollister, abercrombie)
fave store
starbucks
jamba juice

whatever you get her i'm sure she'll luv it! i dont think you'll hafta go over 25 bucks...

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Exotic corporate gift ideas?

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glbtrottin

I'm looking for some exotic corporate gift ideas to give a special thanks to some of our top customers. We are in the international corporate travel industry. Any ideas?

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Last year my company ordered some very, very nice leather wine bottle holders and leather travel bags with our logo on them. We ordered from http://www.elboyero.com/

Where can I find Personalized Corporate Gifts in Singapore?

Ea

Im looking for creative custom made gifts that will be truly treasured by our clients. I've seen a few stores in Bugis Junction but the items are priced outside my comfort zone.

Please send me the address of the shop if possible. Many thanks!

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Hi Ea. The below10 dollar shop is famous for this type of service. Last Christmas, we gave custom made traveling bags for our big partners and they love the design.
You can browse their website to get corporate gift ideas.

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What are some funny White Elephant gifts for a holiday party?

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Aubrey

Going to a holiday party and I need some ideas for a White Elephant gift exchange!

Answer
http://www.mangomoney.com/blog/lifestyle/10-inexpensive-and-fun-white-elephant-gifts

Need funny gift ideas for a white elephant gift exchange?

StephanieR

We are going to have a white elephant gift exchange tomorrow and I need some funny ideas. What could you find in a house that would be funny to give?

Answer
pepto bismol
preparation H

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What is a the best bottle for breastmilk?

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Mandie

I have a friend who will be breastfeeding her newborn and she got everything she needed at her shower but no bottles or storage bags or breastfeeding supplies. So i thought i would get her some of that sort of stuff. Since she goes to school she won't be able to strictly breastfeed without a bottle.Any recomendations on what one to get or any other gift ideas

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I am preggers and due in a few months so I have done a lot of research.

1) it's great to ensure the bottles or the storage bags or "bottle liners" are BPA- free (and also phthalate-free if you can find that also); That is easy since almost all plastic bottles nowadays (or liners for those which use liners instead) are bpa-free

2) I think that whatever system (AVENT, PLAYTEX, BORNFREE, etc) she gets, remember that is the one that she will have to continue with as far as bottles because each "bottle system" has it's own nipples. Being that it's breast-fed newborn, whatever nipples it's used to, more than likely it will take to it. Different nipples confuse the "Formula-fed" babies, from what I have heard.

3) whatever system "intro. pack" you choose to buy (or more than 1 if you go with Dr. Browns and say Playtex) make sure the mom-to-be can afford to keep up with the prices of the bottles in that line. It is a thoughtful friend who does this!


I found 1 set that I love...it's made for the breast-fed baby to transtion to bottle-feeding because the nipple is designed to feel like and suction like a real breast. It is The Adiri Natural Nurser Ultimate Baby Bottle, and it won the iParenting Media Awards as one of the Greatest Products of 2008

http://www.adiri.com/

Is a car seat a nice gift idea for a newborn?

Kato

Im trying to get a gift for a friend that just had a baby boy. Its their first child.

I want to get them a practical gift. Something besides clothes.

I thought of a car seat since they dont have one. Is it a nice gift idea? Any more ideas?

Thanks a mil in advance!

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if they have a car and do not have a carseat, it is an EXCELLENT gift. I recommend the chicco keyfit 30. if that's too expensive, diapers are always a great gift. go with size ones or twos, as they're in those the longest.

definitely ask if they want/need one though. some people get them from the hospital, depending on money situation/state

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What are some disney family vacation planning tips?

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Gina T

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1: Stay on property!!!!!!!! It might sound really expensive but the Value resorts can be cheaper than non-Disney resorts in the area and the perks are well worth it. We have gotten a Value Resort (music, pop, movies, all star) as low as $66 (2011) and last year for $73. Plus if you are flying in it can save a huge amount of money because you wont need a rental car since they will pick you up at the airport and take you back. They will also take you to and from all the parks, water parks and downtown disney which saves on parking ($14 a day). For a week a basic rental car can cost at least $300 so that is a big savings in your pocket. They also have Magic Hours which are times that only people staying at disney properties can ride. We once rode Space Mt 4 times in a row and never had to wait. It is really fun to do the Magic Hours at night at Magic Kingdom and close out the park. If you can afford a moderate or deluxe resort they are even nicer but the values are still very fun and include the perks. Also, if you are at the parks and find something to buy you can have them ship it back to your resort for free and od not have to worry about carrying it around. Can be a great way to sneek back birthday and christmas gifts.

2: If you can afford it go with the park hopper tickets. Without it you can only do one park per day and it gives you less options when it comes to rides and meals. For example Animal Kingdom closes around 5pm. We love to hit a park for the day then skip over to Epcot for dinner as they have so many wonderful options. If you cannot afford a park hopper just make sure that you look over which parks have magic hours which day so you can take advantage of them.

3: I would HIGHLY suggest you get the one snack one quick serve and one sit down meal plan. We have gone with and without it and we will never go without again. It just saves way too much money. For my husband and I we spent about $80 a day for the meal plan but would eat $80 to $150 a day in food. Without it we would not have been able to afford a nice sit down meal each day. For example we went to the Coral Reef one night and our bill was just over $90, not only did it cover the entire days worth of meals in one sitting but there is no way we would have been able to afford that for just one meal. The plans are also very flexible and you can use them in any order and for any person. For example if one of your kids does not want lunch but your husband wants breakfast the next day he can use that credit for his meal. Or if you and your husband do not enjoy snacks you can let your kids use the snacks. We also use up any leftover snack credits the last day to stock up for the trip home. You can also use a nice sit down for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Many of the character meals take a single sit down credit and I am sure your kids would love it... the characters visit the tables for autographs and photos. The big thing to remember are snacks, they are more or less anything in the parks under $8 (carrots and ranch, slice of pizza, hunk of fudge, milkshake, etc. They say that all the snacks are marked but they really are not... if you see something you want and its under $8 just ask if it counts. Also if yuo get the meal plan make reservations, it is free to book, change or cancel. Book at least 30 days before you go and remember you can always change your mind.

Have a great time and if you need dining or resort suggestions email me.

Where can you buy breast feeding covers?

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I already have one that I won. It has the name brand ta ta tent on the tag. I would like to buy one for my friend, but where? I live in Canada.

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Go here: https://www.uddercovers.com/cart At the end, enter promo code "christmas" and get the cover for free & pay $11.95 shipping. I ordered mine there & have since ordered as gifts. The promo codes come out periodically & are emailed to you.

I know this is not a nursing cover - but I got this email from the same place I get the udder cover emails. This time they offer a free car seat cover (just pay shipping). Again, just enter promo code "Christmas". Shipping is $12.95 for cover or $13.95 for whole set.
https://www.carseatcanopy.com/cart Or you can get a "whole caboodle" set for $29.95.

Hope that helps someone. I really do like the size of the nursing covers. My kids seem to fight using a cover, but they were awesome too on the stroller to block the sun because you can tie them on & in a pinch they can be a bib as well - big, but they work. LOL

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OMG Karen shut your trap for real. If it is a nursing related question - you ought to just skip it. You do not know crap about proper nursing advice & you feel free to spew about it. Nursing covers are nice because they have a wire form up top so momma can see the baby the whole time & not have the babies face actually draped in fabric where it rebreathes it's own carbon dioxide. A throw won't do that. Then the whole pull a boob out for everyone to see is not a movement. In fact - cover your breasts they are gross & sexual has been the only movement & it came in about 1940 or so & has grown ever since. If you knew what you were talking about (ever) you would KNOW that. My gram (90 yrs old) will gladly tell you how women unbuttoned blouses & sat with MEN & nursed openly when she was young. It is only today they WE are perves & think that it's weird. You can look through the Library of Congress photo archives & find LOTS of pics from the 40's & earlier of women openly nursing all over the place. We used to be grown ups about it & understand babies had needs. Then formula companies got a hold on health "professionals" like you & bought your opinion & paid you to disperse it through the populous. They also became the big "educators" about breastfeeding (ironic eh?) It IS all well documented what they did - there are even interoffice memos that have been revealed - THEY instituted separating babies from mommas & putting them in nurseries to discourage nursing, etc, etc. before that time babies AWLSY roomed with moms. That isnt' "new" that is returning to what we did BEFORE formula companies got the bright idea they could force feed their products to babies through the loving hands of nurses, often without mom's permission. They paid for those wings to be ADDED to hospitals to facilitate NURSES bottle feeding & promoting their products to moms. Read "The Politics of Breastfeeding" - it has a ton of citations to document these things are fact & shows a lot of what has really happened in our culture & the sad view we grew to have about nursing. THEN nursing became something you only did because you couldn't afford formula - so it was embarrassing to nurse & THAT is when public nursing became taboo & looked down on, not because eo boobs - because you were dirty & poor. You ought to be embarrassed to say what you do & then claim to be an RN. I hope you are a troll & real RN's aren't actually like that in 2011.

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Any ideas for a brief engraved message on groomsmen gifts?

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RadTech

I am getting married in a few months and want to put a little bit of a personal touch on my groomsmen gifts. They will be engraved and will need to be short (like 5 words or less). Every groomsmen gift I've ever received for participating in a wedding just had my initials on it. I want to do something a little different.

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How about "thanks for being there" it is a dual sentiment like thanks for always being there for me and thanks for being my groomsman. "You are truly a great friend", "Friend's like you are priceless" or "Friends to the end". Hope this helps and congrats on your marriage.

What is the best groomsman gift you ever received?

Joe

I am looking for something practical and would be honored to receive. Nothing cheesy. I was thinking personalized mugs/steins that could even be used during the day of the wedding at the head table as well... but looking for any other great suggestions!

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I saw this vendor at a wedding show and was impressed: http://www.kingscrate.com/

What guy wouldn't want one of these? Very neat idea. We don't have groomsmen but I'm ordering one for my fiance.

They're local to me, not sure if they ship, but if not, I'm sure there are similar services out there.

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What is a good birthday present for a 6 year old boy?

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kBoss

I don't have kids this age and would appreciate a great/fun gift idea. I've got him lots of "educational toys" in the past- this year I want to give him something super fun!!!

Just as some help- its cold and snowy where we live!!

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I know my nephew loves the lego's to where you can build like ships and different things like that, and they come in all different price ranges, so it could fit your budget.

Can you help me find out what gifts to give my babies?

hahnletici

What would be gifts to send to my children that are affordable that they will love for Christmas that I can buy at a popular Department Store such as a Wal-Mart? I need at least 2 ideas per child??????
8 year old son?
6 year old daughter?
4 year old son?

All your help will be greatful? Thank you all!!!
Hope you all have great Holidays with your family's! Thanks again!

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Why don't you just ask them?

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