I’ve been thinking about Christmas for a while (what knitter hasn’t?) and what I’m making for people … but my sister just asked me what I wanted for Christmas and I’m stumped. I had the same dillemma in 2009 and the list I made then was greatfully received by family, and I was very happy to get things I really wanted. For 2011, I would prefer things that don’t take up a lot of space.
Ideas (and I repeat – these are just ideas, not demands for stuff. I really would rather just spend quality time with family and friends!):
- I have a new job – Mom, did I tell you that? (this is a test of the does your Mother really read your blog system) Yesterday it was made official – promoted! I think I need clothes. I like Reitmans. A Reitmans gift certificate would be lovely.
- I love my iPhone and I’ve been stingy and only getting free apps. An iTunes Gift Certificate would be really nice.
- A nice new thick camping sleeping pad. But a nice one like this one or this one. Or someone to fix the broken buckle on the other one.
- I really think these are cool: See Day 10 Here The Pottery Yarn Bowl is beautiful. And I would really like it. But I would never buy one for myself.
- While you’re there… The Yarn Harlot (my favourite knitting blog) has been doing a series called “Gifts for Knitters”. It is 25 days of things a Non-Knitter who Loves a Knitter can do for their Knitter. This is day 1. Day 12 covers stocking stuffers - I’m always needing (losing!) darning needles and measuring tapes.
- Did I tell you I bought myself a Guitar? At Value Village. I think I’d like lessons.
- Cutlery – I am still using the Value Village mishmash of cutlerly that I acquired from 1994 through 2004. Stuff that is all the same – but with knives that aren’t too heavy – would be cool!
- More printed/framed photos of the kiddos – especially when Niece starts taking Ballet Lessons. (this is my favourite idea of all!)
I’ll think some more on the thing… but that’ll be a good start.
Merry Christmas
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