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David1976 · 10-26-2009, 04:51 PM

DEADLINE
Friday, November 27th!

Hello Everyone!
It is once again time for the 5th annual SAS Secret Santa! The exchange has changed to hopefully make it easier for everyone. This year we will have a theme: Ornaments! I felt that one of the barriers to the past exchanges to some was cost. Ornaments can be inexpensive or handmade and cheap to ship. Please feel free to ask any questions.

The Rules

Everyone will get a random person that they will be sending an ornament. Please do not ask for another person. Once names are distributed it will be almost impossible to change anything.
Please be aware of the deadline (12/25/2009) and the location of the person. The further away the person is the sooner you need to send the ornament. I would like everyone to receive an ornament by the deadline. You may receive someone from outside of your country. The closer to the deadline the faster shipping method you may need to use.
There is no limit on the cost of the ornament. You may purchase or make the ornament. The choice is completely your decision.
Please get delivery conformation if it is possible. While this is optional things can get lost in the mail during the holidays. I would also like this as proof of delivery.
Please refrain from discussing who you received until they receive the ornament. The surprise is half the fun.
Most importantly. For any reasons that you feel that you may not be able to participate DO NOT submit your name. If after you do receive a name and for some extraordinary reason that you can’t send a gift. PLEASE let me know so that I can line up someone else so that person does not go without a gift.
Lastly please include your username with the ornament. This way the person can know whom it is from, and they can send you a nice thank you note.

Participation
To participate, please send me a Private Message with the subject "Secret Santa" to my mailbox. In the PM, please include your name, SAS username, email address, and mailing address.

Your names and addresses will be kept confidential. Only the person chosen to be your Secret Santa and myself will see them.

You can participate no matter where you are. The only requirement is that you have a mailing address.

DEADLINE

Friday, November 27th!
Shortly after that date I will randomly assign everyone a person to buy for, and will contact you via email or private message. Further information will be sent at that time, so please read all of the email.

WineKitty · 10-26-2009, 05:06 PM

It has to be an ornament?

bezoomny · 10-26-2009, 05:33 PM

I don't have a Christmas tree, I live in an apartment.

Iced Soul · 10-26-2009, 05:37 PM

This sounds interesting. I'll have to think about entering.

I don't know, though, we don't do the Christmas tree thing (or any Christmas thing) at our house...

David1976 · 10-26-2009, 06:00 PM

If you would like to send something else along with the ornament that is perfectly fine.. but it is not required...
Ornaments can be hung from anyplace that you like... you don't need a tree for ornaments.. one year besides the tree I placed garland around a doorway and put ornaments on that... or just hang it from a doorknob or bedpost...
Already have one person... don't be "shy"... sign up today

kkluv20 · 10-27-2009, 02:33 AM

I was so excited when I saw this thread! I only joined less than a year ago, and I missed it last year. This is a little different from what I was expecting, but it's an interesting twist. I can understand how it could make things easier...

I will probably participate

I personally don't really care for super Christmasy ornaments, but it could be fun, and there are a lot of non-traditional unique ornaments out there.

epril · 10-27-2009, 04:22 AM

Oh goody! I love giving and receiving gifts!

leonardess · 10-27-2009, 05:58 AM

I'm up for it. it's easy to make a box of coal! count me in , please.

David1976 · 10-27-2009, 08:11 AM

Just send me your info...
Actually I made a litle package of coal one year and found a cute phrase online to add to it... would be easy to make an ornament out of that..

Quote:

Originally Posted by leonardess

I'm up for it. it's easy to make a box of coal! count me in , please.

Banzai · 10-27-2009, 08:14 AM

This is a good idea but I don't really like the idea of anyone knowing my address

David1976 · 10-27-2009, 08:17 AM

I understand.... that is another issue for some people... but that is a requirement... just remember that only two people will know your address.. myself and your secret santa...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Banzai

This is a good idea but I don't really like the idea of anyone knowing my address

Banzai · 10-27-2009, 09:18 AM

Just wondering...we would be assigned to someone outside of our country right? On what basis would you assign? Last year, how many people signed up?

Also, how much would it cost to send roughly? Like the delivery costs?

Wouldn't it be 3 people who will know your address? You, the person you are sending it to (unless you don't have to write a return address) and the person who will be sending it to you.

David1976 · 10-27-2009, 10:05 AM

Last year we had roughly 14 people.. don't have the exact info in front of me.
The choice would be random. So you would not necessarily be assigned someone outside your country.

Cost varies.. but it mostly will depend on weight... and if you are sending something domestically or internationally.. but since this is an ornament the weight and cost should be low.. the best thing to do is check your country's postal web site.. they should have a calculator to give you an idea of the cost.. if you send it early enough you can just send it standard shipping... that would give you the lowest cost...

If you put your return address.. 3 people will know your address.. but if you are not required to put a return address.. 2 people will know your address.. this will be your choice..

Quote:

Originally Posted by Banzai

Just wondering...we would be assigned to someone outside of our country right? On what basis would you assign? Last year, how many people signed up?

Also, how much would it cost to send roughly? Like the delivery costs?

Wouldn't it be 3 people who will know your address? You, the person you are sending it to (unless you don't have to write a return address) and the person who will be sending it to you.

TorLin · 10-27-2009, 10:36 AM

i don't have a tree either.

Hellosunshine · 10-27-2009, 04:00 PM

I don't celebrate xmas but it sounds fun. I love giving gifts but I am paranoid about giving people my info.

zomgz · 10-27-2009, 05:41 PM

i did it =] you can do it!! (: what's the worst that could happen? someone stalking me? lmao xD

i need me some ideas for an ornament now =]

Genelle · 10-28-2009, 03:34 AM

I'll have a think about it.. I'm really excited to do it, but I might be too lazy to send a gift.. Sounds bad I know..

David1976 · 10-28-2009, 08:20 AM

This is to everyone...Please only sign up if you are sure you are going to participate.. thanks..

Quote:

Originally Posted by Genelle

I'll have a think about it.. I'm really excited to do it, but I might be too lazy to send a gift.. Sounds bad I know..

David1976 · 10-31-2009, 07:35 AM

We have six people already signed up... keep'em coming!

Emerald3 · 10-31-2009, 03:35 PM

Never done one of these through the net. think i did one when i was younger with friends.

10-26-2009, 04:51 PM	#1 (permalink)
David1976 Status: Secret Santa Claus! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Worcester, MA Age: 33 Posts: 3,634	Secret Santa 2009! DEADLINE Friday, November 27th! Hello Everyone! It is once again time for the 5th annual SAS Secret Santa! The exchange has changed to hopefully make it easier for everyone. This year we will have a theme: Ornaments! I felt that one of the barriers to the past exchanges to some was cost. Ornaments can be inexpensive or handmade and cheap to ship. Please feel free to ask any questions. The Rules Everyone will get a random person that they will be sending an ornament. Please do not ask for another person. Once names are distributed it will be almost impossible to change anything. Please be aware of the deadline (12/25/2009) and the location of the person. The further away the person is the sooner you need to send the ornament. I would like everyone to receive an ornament by the deadline. You may receive someone from outside of your country. The closer to the deadline the faster shipping method you may need to use. There is no limit on the cost of the ornament. You may purchase or make the ornament. The choice is completely your decision. Please get delivery conformation if it is possible. While this is optional things can get lost in the mail during the holidays. I would also like this as proof of delivery. Please refrain from discussing who you received until they receive the ornament. The surprise is half the fun. Most importantly. For any reasons that you feel that you may not be able to participate DO NOT submit your name. If after you do receive a name and for some extraordinary reason that you can’t send a gift. PLEASE let me know so that I can line up someone else so that person does not go without a gift. Lastly please include your username with the ornament. This way the person can know whom it is from, and they can send you a nice thank you note. Participation To participate, please send me a Private Message with the subject "Secret Santa" to my mailbox. In the PM, please include your name, SAS username, email address, and mailing address. Your names and addresses will be kept confidential. Only the person chosen to be your Secret Santa and myself will see them. You can participate no matter where you are. The only requirement is that you have a mailing address. DEADLINE Friday, November 27th! Shortly after that date I will randomly assign everyone a person to buy for, and will contact you via email or private message. Further information will be sent at that time, so please read all of the email. __________________ Facebook My Myspace "It's not the giving, it's not the getting. It's the loving. There, I said it. Now get outta here." - Garfield

10-26-2009, 05:06 PM	#2 (permalink)
WineKitty Status: Almost 10,000 Posts :) Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Alone Inside My Mind Gender: Female Posts: 9,967	It has to be an ornament? __________________ "The more I know about people, the better I like my dog." - Mark Twain

10-26-2009, 05:33 PM	#3 (permalink)
bezoomny Status: the new disease Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Mississippi Gender: Female Age: 21 Posts: 2,814	I don't have a Christmas tree, I live in an apartment. __________________ bravo - echo - zulu - oscar - oscar - mike - november - yankee

10-26-2009, 05:37 PM	#4 (permalink)
Iced Soul Status: Dancing on Rainbows Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Calilalaland Gender: Female Age: 21 Posts: 1,775	This sounds interesting. I'll have to think about entering. I don't know, though, we don't do the Christmas tree thing (or any Christmas thing) at our house... __________________ I scraped my knees while I was praying And found a demon in my safest haven. Seems like, it's getting harder to believe in anything Than just to get lost in all my selfish thoughts. I wanna know what it'd be like To find perfection in my pride To see nothing in the light Just turn it off In all my spite, in all my spite, I'll turn it off. - Turn It Off - Paramore http://twitter.com/MissEerie

10-26-2009, 06:00 PM	#5 (permalink)
David1976 Status: Secret Santa Claus! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Worcester, MA Age: 33 Posts: 3,634	If you would like to send something else along with the ornament that is perfectly fine.. but it is not required... Ornaments can be hung from anyplace that you like... you don't need a tree for ornaments.. one year besides the tree I placed garland around a doorway and put ornaments on that... or just hang it from a doorknob or bedpost... Already have one person... don't be "shy"... sign up today __________________ Facebook My Myspace "It's not the giving, it's not the getting. It's the loving. There, I said it. Now get outta here." - Garfield

10-27-2009, 02:33 AM	#6 (permalink)
kkluv20 Status: SAS Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montana Gender: Female Age: 21 Posts: 133	I was so excited when I saw this thread! I only joined less than a year ago, and I missed it last year. This is a little different from what I was expecting, but it's an interesting twist. I can understand how it could make things easier... I will probably participate I personally don't really care for super Christmasy ornaments, but it could be fun, and there are a lot of non-traditional unique ornaments out there. __________________ ~"Life isn't about waiting around for the storm to pass, it's about getting out there and dancing in the rain."~ ~“Life is like photography. You develop from the negatives.”~ http://Kayluv21.blogspot.com/

10-27-2009, 04:22 AM	#7 (permalink)
epril Status: sa challenger Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: arizona Gender: Female Age: 45 Posts: 2,646	Oh goody! I love giving and receiving gifts! __________________ "Nobody's ever asked me to a party before, as a friend! Is that why you dyed your eyebrow, for the party? Should I do mine, too?"

10-27-2009, 05:58 AM	#8 (permalink)
leonardess Status: wheresthefire?inmyeye! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: WILL you people please leave me alone?I'm supposed to be working lol Gender: Female Age: 45 Posts: 1,226	I'm up for it. it's easy to make a box of coal! count me in , please. __________________ One day I will change this sig to something really cool, if I only had a brain....

10-27-2009, 08:14 AM	#10 (permalink)
Banzai Status: SAS Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: UK Posts: 908	This is a good idea but I don't really like the idea of anyone knowing my address __________________ When I was a kid I used to pray every night for a new bike. Then I realised that The Lord doesn't work that way, so I stole one and asked him to forgive me. -- Emo Philips

10-27-2009, 09:18 AM	#12 (permalink)
Banzai Status: SAS Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: UK Posts: 908	Just wondering...we would be assigned to someone outside of our country right? On what basis would you assign? Last year, how many people signed up? Also, how much would it cost to send roughly? Like the delivery costs? Wouldn't it be 3 people who will know your address? You, the person you are sending it to (unless you don't have to write a return address) and the person who will be sending it to you. __________________ When I was a kid I used to pray every night for a new bike. Then I realised that The Lord doesn't work that way, so I stole one and asked him to forgive me. -- Emo Philips

10-27-2009, 10:36 AM	#14 (permalink)
TorLin Status: MayTheForceBeWithYou Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: California Gender: Male Posts: 17,056	i don't have a tree either. __________________ MTFBWU (May The Force Be With You) - TORLIN AIM, MSN, YIM: T0RL1N Skype: Tor_Lin Visit me at; ToryLing.com \| LivingAnxious \| Facebook \| Myspace \| Last.fm

10-27-2009, 04:00 PM	#15 (permalink)
Hellosunshine Status: SAS Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 604	I don't celebrate xmas but it sounds fun. I love giving gifts but I am paranoid about giving people my info.

10-27-2009, 05:41 PM	#16 (permalink)
zomgz Status: Wherever The Winds Fly Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Washington Gender: Male Age: 19 Posts: 600	i did it =] you can do it!! (: what's the worst that could happen? someone stalking me? lmao xD i need me some ideas for an ornament now =] __________________ Chained to the bottom of the ocean floor, it's like running underwater. Feel free to add me to: Myspace \| Facebook \| Mindviz

10-28-2009, 03:34 AM	#17 (permalink)
Genelle Status: SAS Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Victoria, Australia Gender: Female Age: 20 Posts: 135	I'll have a think about it.. I'm really excited to do it, but I might be too lazy to send a gift.. Sounds bad I know.. __________________ My youtube channel Twitter

10-31-2009, 07:35 AM	#19 (permalink)
David1976 Status: Secret Santa Claus! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Worcester, MA Age: 33 Posts: 3,634	We have six people already signed up... keep'em coming! __________________ Facebook My Myspace "It's not the giving, it's not the getting. It's the loving. There, I said it. Now get outta here." - Garfield

10-31-2009, 03:35 PM	#20 (permalink)
Emerald3 Status: Wants to be someone else Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: England Gender: Female Age: 22 Posts: 283	Never done one of these through the net. think i did one when i was younger with friends.