Would anyone be interested in a hatrack gift exchange, where we all put in our names, get someone else's secretly, and mail them a gift?
If so, speak up!
[ December 09, 2003, 10:41 AM: Message edited by: Annie ]
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
This is a great idea! *signs up*
Posted by Sarcasm (Member # 4653) on :
Alas, I am too broke to do something like this, even though it sounds like tons o' fun.
Posted by Kasie H (Member # 2120) on :
I want to! Sign me up.
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Ok - here's how I'll work it.
If you want to participate, send your name (hatrack name too please) and mailing address to me at annekemajors@yahoo.com
I will have my roommate draw names and email info back, so it's totally anonymous.
The deadline for me to get your address is Monday, December 8.
Posted by Mrs.M (Member # 2943) on :
I'm in and I sent my email with my info.
Are we putting a spending limit on this?
Posted by fugu13 (Member # 2859) on :
For reasons of wanting to be sure the exchange works out, we should put some sort of minimum on either the number of posts or time since registration, or some combination (not anything terribly onerous, I was thinking 100 posts OR a registration more than one month ago).
Also, I think a "suggested expenditure" would be appropriate.
And perhaps people participating in the exchange should also email in or post some interests.
Posted by pooka (Member # 5003) on :
Maybe when you sign up you can indicate your contribution level. Me, I've got lots of used books I can unload. Also, if you're psycho like me and don't want a male to be given your address. Though I think the time/post number limit might be good for that.
Posted by Mrs.M (Member # 2943) on :
Also, we should indicate which holiday we're celebrating - Chanukkah, Christmas, or other.
Posted by Ela (Member # 1365) on :
This sounds like a fun idea, but I agree that there should be some spending limit. A minimum and maximum spending limit should be made, so people won't spend too little or too much.
**Ela**
Posted by twinky (Member # 693) on :
Very cool ...too bad I don't live in America.
Posted by MoonRabbit (Member # 3652) on :
Why don't we do this:
1. Anyone who wants to participate sends a gift to Annie.
2. She keeps the one she wants.
3. She sends each participant a random gift.
Nobody has to know anyone's address, and by her choice of who gets what gift, we all get to learn exactly what Annie thinks of each of us.
Posted by Hobbes (Member # 433) on :
Yah, but then Annie has to pay to ship out each one again.
Hobbes Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
OK, more rules:
if you request that a male not be given your address, I will make sure it happens.
Limit of 100 posts and one month registration.
Specify your holiday of choice
You can all send me presents if you like, but it's not neccessary. Posted by T_Smith (Member # 3734) on :
I swear Annie, if you give out my address to a male I will... I.... UGH!!! ::scowl::
Posted by fugu13 (Member # 2859) on :
whatever holiday strikes whomever's gets me fancy.
Posted by fugu13 (Member # 2859) on :
Also, I suggest you ensure people from the same town do not get each other, likewise people who may be otherwise closely entangled.
Also, I know an excellent way to drum up membership. Get Kama on the list . Since she's so far away, she can only send lightweight things cheaply. Like pictures .
Posted by Raia (Member # 4700) on :
Ooh, I am totally in!!
*goes off to send e-mail to Annie*
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
would $10-20 be a good range?
Posted by Eruve Nandiriel (Member # 5677) on :
I'm too broke. And I'd rather save up so I can meet people sooner. *crosses fingers and wishes really hard*
(edit: not that I'm cheap or anything...just...broke...)
[ December 02, 2003, 10:20 PM: Message edited by: Eruve Nandiriel ]
Posted by Carrie (Member # 394) on :
I'm in. This sounds like fun!
Posted by Carrie (Member # 394) on :
I probably don't need to say this, but I also think "Thank You" letters should be mandatory Posted by xnera (Member # 187) on :
I'm in! $10-20 range sounds good to me.
Posted by MoonRabbit (Member # 3652) on :
So, Annie, get an anonymous P.O. Box and I'll send a gift plus shipping. I'd like to give rather than receive, so someone who can't afford to participate can still get a gift.(I'm too old and have too much stuff already)
Having made a few bucks selling really weird stuff on eBay, I could come up with something that would be unique for a dorm room, etc.
Authentic "Oregonians for Nixon/Agnew" bumper sticker, anyone?
Posted by MoonRabbit (Member # 3652) on :
Oh, by the way, we all know what T_Smith wants for Christmas.
Sorry, but in my state you need a note from a doctor. Posted by Speed (Member # 5162) on :
I'm all up in that piece. I'd even be willing to send an extra gift to someone who can't afford to return the favor. I suggest we get this train moving though, since packages have to be sent pretty early this time of year if they're ever going to arrive.
Posted by Narnia (Member # 1071) on :
That's a great gift idea for T_Smith MoonRabbit. I also suggest these in a brilliant orange.
[ December 03, 2003, 12:34 AM: Message edited by: Narnia ]
Posted by Ryuko (Member # 5125) on :
Ooooo... That's such a cool idea... And I might be able to participate! We'll see. I dunno if I'll have enough to spend on my RL friends(!) But if worse comes to worse, I can always sacrifice my 10$ Book certificate. ^_^
Posted by Zevlag (Member # 1405) on :
Nate. Thanks, I needed a good laugh tonight.
Posted by Kama (Member # 3022) on :
Fugu,
I'll send you mine if you send me yours Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
bump bump
Posted by saxon75 (Member # 4589) on :
I'm in. But do we have to have a minimum spending limit? I mean, for $10 I could buy something totally uninteresting, whereas for free I could put together quite a memorable package. At least, I think I can.
Posted by fugu13 (Member # 2859) on :
You asked, I delivered Posted by Brinestone (Member # 5755) on :
Could we make this white elephant instead? You know, T_Smith style.
Posted by Kama (Member # 3022) on :
Well, fugu, you know where to find my pics. But, i also have some more people might not have seen. Here and here. Posted by fugu13 (Member # 2859) on :
*makes appreciative noises*
Posted by cyruseh (Member # 1120) on :
hmm, I want to be in also, but another suggestion, when the emails go out, as to who we should send the gift to, it might be nice to know whether that person is male or female, and what age bracket.
Posted by T_Smith (Member # 3734) on :
I'm cursed to get those tights, aren't I?
Posted by ludosti (Member # 1772) on :
Depends on how demented the person is that gets your name....
[ December 03, 2003, 03:20 PM: Message edited by: ludosti ]
Posted by fugu13 (Member # 2859) on :
Might as well post here --> I'm 20 and male. 21 shortly after christmas.
Posted by Dan_raven (Member # 3383) on :
Funny, she doesn't look like a computer program.
Posted by larisse (Member # 2221) on :
This may have been mentioned already, and I just conventiently overlooked it, but how about also included the top three interests of the person. I think this would help in the purchasing or making of the gift(s). Once the drawings have been made and the pairs matched, Annie could include the interests, along with name, to the respective Secret Santa.
Posted by Ryuko (Member # 5125) on :
Ooo, that's a genius idea larisse. I think that should be part of the roolz.
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
bumpage
And yes, include your interests if you will. Or not, if you like surprises. Posted by Dragon (Member # 3670) on :
Technically one could look in someone's profile for their interests...
Posted by Carrie (Member # 394) on :
Well, crap, I sent off before I found about this "interest" thing... I do like surprises, but I also love movies. I think surprises wins, though, so pretend you all didn't see that movie thing Posted by The Rabbit (Member # 671) on :
I'd love to participate but I already have way to much stuff. Are ther any who would be willing to contribute $10 - $20 dollars to a pool that we could donate to some worthy cause (Maybe a homeless shelter or food bank) in the name of Hatrack River?
Posted by Primal Curve (Member # 3587) on :
This is a spah-nifty idea. Unfortunately I'm poor, poor, poor. <sighs>
Posted by Dragon (Member # 3670) on :
You could always make something... Or write a poem/story/song... Come on, you don't need money to give someone something cool!
Posted by Suneun (Member # 3247) on :
hey fugu, you look like a trickster in that photo.
I think I'll join up on this silly adventure. I hope whoever gets me recognizes the handle!
Posted by imogen (Member # 5485) on :
I'll be in - if it can be expanded internationally
Of course, the person I'm giving to won't get their present for at least couple of weeks...
Posted by fugu13 (Member # 2859) on :
*wonders what a trickster is*
Posted by Suneun (Member # 3247) on :
it's a real word =)
Posted by fugu13 (Member # 2859) on :
*wonders what an unreal word is*
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
We've got quite the good number of Jatraqueros registered, and I'll be sending out names on Monday.
So it's not too late to sign up! Email me at annekemajors@yahoo.com today or tomorrow and we'll get you in on this action.
Annie Posted by plaid (Member # 2393) on :
This is appealingly random -- I'm in!
Posted by Ophelia (Member # 653) on :
Last night I was watching a Secret Santa exchange, and I realized that, as difficult a time as I have getting gifts for people, I still want to do this.
Just whoever gets me, be aware that it'll be a while before I'm actually back at the address I'm giving you (because I'd really rather not have to explain to my parents that I'm giving their address to internet-people). So if I'm not thanking you or anything, it's just that I haven't gotten home yet. Posted by T_Smith (Member # 3734) on :
Throw my name in.
I will accept anything. The more random and funny, though, the better. Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Psst.. Nate... i'll throw your name in as soon as your throw your address at my email address. Posted by T_Smith (Member # 3734) on :
Pssh... and actually get a gift? Pssh. Gifts? Pssh.
I will when I get home. Or you could just people search with your people searchy skillz.
Posted by Rappin' Ronnie Reagan (Member # 5626) on :
okay, i'm in.
Posted by kwsni (Member # 1831) on :
alright, as much as I can't afford presents for my family, i'm in too.
Ni!
Posted by mackillian (Member # 586) on :
I'm in.
Posted by Hobbes (Member # 433) on :
If anyone comes up with a good gift for Annie, tell me! (Annie, don't read that last sentance)
Hobbes Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Here's what I need before I can send the names out:
Adresses for T_Smith and Mackillian
mail them to annekemajors@yahoo.com
please!
thanks!
Posted by T_Smith (Member # 3734) on :
Darn it, Annie, can't I be lazy?
Sending it right now.
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
no, no you can't. Not in my house. Posted by Dan_raven (Member # 3383) on :
Are you doing a mass mailing, or individual mailing. I have a spam filter problem with some mass mailings.
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Ok - if all goes according to schedule, everyone will get their individual mailing by tomorrow at 7am mountain time.
Remember to get gifts in the mail quick! The holidays approacheth!
Posted by Narnia (Member # 1071) on :
Isn't it "the Holidays approachum" ? Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
OK, everyone who sent me an email should have gotten their assignment this morning.
If there are any troubles, you know who to holler at Posted by Suneun (Member # 3247) on :
If we have to send messages to our secret santas, can we email through you, Annie?
Posted by Mrs.M (Member # 2943) on :
Also, can everyone who doesn't have interests listed in their profile please add them or post them here? I am not sure what to get my person b/c they haven't listed any there. I've been trying to go over their threads and posts to no avail.
I will, of course, love and cherish anything my Secret Santa sends me. But if he or she is needs some specific ideas, here you go:
funny coffee mugs
Schoolhouse rock paraphernalia (but I already have the dvds and cds)
80s tee shirts (Dukes of Hazzard, The Goonies, Bon Jovi, etc.)
Onion stuff (as in the publication)
picture frames
striped socks
any kind of books
anything handmade
Posted by twinky (Member # 693) on :
Heh. My interests are currently listed as "miscellany." ...but they include:
Books. Mmmmmmmmmm, books. <drool> Music, but only good music Games of all stripes.
Things to know about me:
I use a Mac. I don't have a VCR. I'm Canadian.
Posted by Carrie (Member # 394) on :
I like interesting random things. And movies.
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
I have interests in my profile listed, but I'll put a wish list here.
a flowbee (mine wore out)
pink Barney marshmallow peeps
chain-mesh underwear (up to three days a week - too often to oil adequetely)
vaccuum cleaner
Bob Ross Master paint set
DVD of Sylvester Stallone's Over the Top
Thank you! Posted by kwsni (Member # 1831) on :
I like horses and fish and books. I think that about covers it. I'm pretty much happy with whatever shows up.
Ni!
Posted by saxon75 (Member # 4589) on :
On the off chance that whoever got me doesn't know me (seriously, who doesn't know me?), some hints:
I'm not picky.
Get me anything.
Seriously, I mean it, anything.
Hope that helps.
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
I'm feeling the need to clarify that I was totally and completely kidding with my list.
Just in case any one was feeling the urge to hunt up Over the Top.
Posted by T_Smith (Member # 3734) on :
Dragon:
quote: You could always make something... Or write a poem/story/song... Come on, you don't need money to give someone something cool!
I gave her a sock once with a poem. Made her day. I wonder if she still has that sock.
[ December 09, 2003, 02:39 PM: Message edited by: T_Smith ]
Posted by Dan_raven (Member # 3383) on :
You gave her a sock?
That would make me wonder who you gave the other sock to.
Would also make me wonder when it was cleaned last.
My wants:
1) Your favorite music. (Cassette, cd, mps, what ever format) 2) A good book that I havn't mentioned. 3) Puzzles or magic tricks (not that kind of trick Ralphie. for shame on you.)
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
Drat, kat. I thought the vacuum and the flowbee would make a good combo.
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
You have me???????
Note: actually, the vacuum would still be welcome. How cool would that be?
[ December 09, 2003, 05:58 PM: Message edited by: katharina ]
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
It would indeed be very cool, kat. But since I didn't actually sign up, having you would be a neat trick.
I think I need to start following Tom's lead.
j/k
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
*sigh*
*puts vacuum back on the list*
Don't let Ralphie see you do that.
Posted by rivka (Member # 4859) on :
eep! *hides all s and "j/k"s*
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
ooh - if you do get a Bob Ross master paint set, can I have it? Anything with Bob's face on it would be great, actually.
My likes:
Things with pages Things that make noise Brightly colored things Things in French Mexican groceries Pictures of Germanic children
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Oh - and feel free to tell your recipient who you are. With postmarks and the like, it would be tough to hide anyway.
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
But only in mail - I want to wait until I get it to find out who has me. Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Right, right. No early leaking!
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
If I get a Bob Ross Master Paint Set, I'm keeping it. I have a wall in my living room that needs a certain look of a picture, and I can't find it anywhere. I'm starting to realize I may have to paint them.
Which is fine, except I paint slowly. And layerly. And more slowly.
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Happy trees, Kat... happy trees.
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
Happy trees? *feels Annie's forehead* Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Did you never watch Bob Ross? Sorry - I got too much PBS in utero.
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
Oh, sorry.
<--- No television.
I knew this would start affecting me. *reads her Entertainment Weekly in effort to stay in this century*
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
It's OK - PBS doesn't count as television. Just like U2 doesn't count as rock & roll.
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
Sadly, I couldn't if I wanted to. I did finally break down and bought one in order to watch The West Wing first season on DVD, but it's not hooked up to anything because there's no room in my living room.
No internet at home, either. It's like living in a cave. When I'm home, I play music and wear out my cell phone.
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
By the way, I cooked with oyster sauce the other day.
Very effective.
Posted by katharina (Member # 827) on :
Oh, cool! I'm so glad.
That reminds me - I need to get more. I don't know where my bottle went.
Posted by xnera (Member # 187) on :
You can check my LiveJournal profile for a list of interests. Posted by mackillian (Member # 586) on :
Twinky, you'd better not be using me. Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Oh, that's a good idea xnera.
My Livejournal Profile too - only I'm afraid it doesn't narrow much down. Posted by Rappin' Ronnie Reagan (Member # 5626) on :
here's my livejournal profile too.
Posted by mackillian (Member # 586) on :
I just sent MINE.
Yup, I'm the responsible one for once. Posted by Carrie (Member # 394) on :
I'd put my LJ profile up, but I haven't got any interests on it.
Posted by Speed (Member # 5162) on :
Here's some ideas for me and Zemra. We're keen on just about anything. If you know a movie, an album or a book that we just must have, send it. If you see something at the local thrift store that is cool and unique, send it. If you have a $1 print of a funky and interesting painting, send it. Our tastes are eclectic, and something unique and interesting, something that we never would have come across without having it sent from you, that's just what we're jonesing for.
By the way, if you do have a movie or an album that you think we must have but you're not sure if we have it already, here's a list of our combined movie and music collections:
They're in excell spreadsheets. If you need a different format, just say the word.
Looking forward to the gift exchange. Posted by Zevlag (Member # 1405) on :
And if you don't know me well... Then you are just too new. Ask a around, I'm an easy one. Books, Computers, Music (classical, instrumental) or just anything, not too picky Posted by plaid (Member # 2393) on :
Random stuff appeals to me. Actually, I like that about this whole exchange. Whatever I get will be interesting... (whereas a lot of times when family gets me a present that I'm not at all interested in I can get annoyed -- "they should know me well enough to know that I wouldn't like THAT!" -- but with someone I don't know there's no expectations and it'll just be fun to see whatever shows up...)
[ December 10, 2003, 12:28 AM: Message edited by: plaid ]
Posted by Narnia (Member # 1071) on :
All I have to say is...I ADORE the idea of an Amazon.com wishlist. It just helped me out bigtime.
(PS I have one too!)
[ December 11, 2003, 09:56 PM: Message edited by: Narnia ]
Posted by Suneun (Member # 3247) on :
Yey! My exams are over and I just bought stuff for my secret santa. Woooh!
I opted for the many smaller gifts than the singlet larger gift. I've read things about the recipient, and he/she appears to have similar interests to me. So I'm basing my buying off of that.
I'll send it out today or Monday, depending on whether or not I get my butt in gear =)
Posted by kwsni (Member # 1831) on :
arg! Boyfreind borrowed my car, so now i can't go shopping!
Ni!
Posted by Leonide (Member # 4157) on :
These aren't supposed to be anonymous, are they? I mean, the initial drawing is, but are we supposed to hide our identities when we mail the packages, too?
Let me know so i can send the package!
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
no, leonide - feel free to sign your gift Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Oh, and if anyone gets anything cool, tell us all about it! Posted by Ophelia (Member # 653) on :
Post office lines = yuck!
But I got it sent. Posted by Leonide (Member # 4157) on :
Amazon.com = there by Xmas eve!!
This is exciting Posted by Kasie H (Member # 2120) on :
Kasie, you may enjoy my collection, bottom center and right.
Hobbes Posted by Narnia (Member # 1071) on :
Ok...so now that I've mentioned wishlists, people have updated and I went back to check and the gift I got my secret santa was no longer on the list!!! I REALLY hope that this person doesn't already have what I got them.
Please return it if you do and get something that you want.
Posted by Annie (Member # 295) on :
Maybe it's off of the list because you bought it?
Posted by Narnia (Member # 1071) on :
I thought that, but I've had people buy things from my wish list and I myself have had to remove them...maybe it just depends on who is looking at the list. Maybe Amazon knows I bought it and doesn't want me to stupidly try to buy it again.
I hope that's it. I hate finding out that I gave someone something they already have! Posted by Ryuko (Member # 5125) on :
I loves me some saxon75!!!
(Clutches pez, spam, and quote book)
He's so awesome a sensei....
Posted by Carrie (Member # 394) on :
I sent mine today... whee!
Posted by kwsni (Member # 1831) on :
woo! I got mine sent off today, and I got mine!
Plaid, that's the most random gift iv'e ever gotten. but still way cool.
Ni!
Posted by Icarus (Member # 3162) on :
I so wish I hadn't missed this in my hiatus. I would have enjoyed it!
Posted by Narnia (Member # 1071) on :
(((Speed))) much love and goodness to you. You're awesome!! Posted by Leonide (Member # 4157) on :
Icarus, do you own OSC's how to write sci fi and fantasy, or his Characters and Viewpoint book? If not, my dad just bought me them and I already own them, I'd be more than happy to send one of them your way, along with something else, if you'd like! It's not fair that you were left out!
Posted by Leonide (Member # 4157) on :
I'm so anxious!! Strider's and my Hatrack Gift arrived today, addressed from Dan Raven which is freakin cool, but i can't open it until later when I go visit Strider! THE SUSPENSE IS KILLING ME!! *breathes into paper bag*
I can't wait to see!!! Posted by Strider (Member # 1807) on :
Dan_raven is off somewhere giggling about the paper clip collection he sent us.
[ December 20, 2003, 08:28 PM: Message edited by: Strider ]
Posted by Kasie H (Member # 2120) on :
I sent mine off today! Posted by Leonide (Member # 4157) on :
Dan, you're the bestest. We're about to read your short story right now. What a great gift package!!
[ December 20, 2003, 09:50 PM: Message edited by: Leonide ]
Posted by Raia (Member # 4700) on :
quote: Also, can everyone who doesn't have interests listed in their profile please add them or post them here? I am not sure what to get my person b/c they haven't listed any there. I've been trying to go over their threads and posts to no avail.
Mrs. M, I'm so sorry, I didn't do as good a job of checking up on this thread as I should have!! But your gift was FABULOUS, thank you!! It made me happy.
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...too bad I don't live in America.
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. Since she's so far away, she can only send lightweight things cheaply. Like pictures ![[Monkeys]](graemlins/monkeys.gif)
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And I'd rather save up so I can meet people sooner. ![[Evil]](graemlins/evil.gif)
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Mrs. M, I'm so sorry, I didn't do as good a job of checking up on this thread as I should have!! But your gift was FABULOUS, thank you!! ![[Kiss]](graemlins/kiss.gif)
It made me happy.