tips for holiday gift exchanging?
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I have this problem too. Get them identical or similar gifts to avoid the hassle of too much stress. Mugs, pens, mousepads, socks, candles. etc.
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Did they register somewhere?  If so, pick out something from their registry.  That way you know you are getting them something will want/need.  \n\nI have given things like: flannel sheets, a bottle of champagne and a pair of candles, gift certificates.
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We always pass an envelope around. People contribute what they want, and a gift is purchased accordingly. As for refreshments, etc. we all volunteer to bring something. i.e. someone brings cake, someone ice cream, someone drinks, someone plates... you get the idea. Works very well!
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What a thoughtful gift giver you are....\nThere are all sorts of great sugar free candies available now, but I would limit to one, or maybe two items of candy.\nHow about some personal items like bath salts, nail polish, a gift certificate for a facial, movie pass or dinner at Applebee's (they have weight watcher selections now).\nPerhaps a new video or CD, or an offer to help with something.  \nI'm sure the recipient of your gift will be blessed because you thought of them.\nGood job!
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Tons of information out there ...\n\nwww.harryanddavid.com\nwww.winebasket.com\nwww.gifttree.com\nwww.theperfectgiftandbaskets.com\nwww.laurasbathandbody.com\n\n...or learn how to have fun, save money, be creative and make your own gift basket!!  www.familytimezone.com/articles/holidaygiftbasket.html
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You can generally send anything within reason. Just use common sense.\nThere are several websites on the web that you might use to give you some ideas if you have never sent one, but from personal experience I would go with snack foods for sure but try to avoid large quantities of chocolate as it tends to melt; The powdered drink mixes are good too like Kool-Aid; Playing cards are always good as they tend to wear out or become misplaced quickly; Stationary or postcards are welcome too, since they are often in places where they can't get this stuff. If you know what your friends like listening to send some cd's. Magazines of all sorts are always a hit! even if they aren't the most current. On the practical side you can send personal hygene products like deoderant, razors, shaving cream, toothpaste, etc.  Bug spray is good too, but try not to send the metal aerosol cans.  If you send a mixture of things remember to wrap or bag package toiletries and the like separatly before you put it in a box with edibles in case something breaks or leaks.  Stay away from glass items if you can. Be sure and send a letter even if you just talk about unimportant thing. Any little reminder of something going on at home is huge for most of them.
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* Package a collection of family recipes in a small box with your names and wedding date printed on the back.\n\n* Small stacks of postcards asking guests to "Keep in Touch!"\n\n* Christmas ornaments in ivory, silver, or gold tied with a velvet ribbon (For weddings during Nov/Dec)\n\n* Miniature heart-shape, hand-painted boxes with a single delectable truffle tucked inside.\n\n* Tins of mints labeled, "Mint to Be Together."\n\n* A classic like Jordan Almonds packaged in a new way -- grouped in mini birds' nests or placed inside artfully decorated pill boxes.\n\n* Sparklers, especially for an outdoor Fourth of July celebration, will allow guests to illuminate the skies once the sun goes down -- and light up your grand exit.\n\n* Caramel apples wrapped in cellophane and personalized leaf-shaped tags are the perfect treat for a Halloween wedding.\n\n* Chinese take-out boxes filled with candies and tagged with "Life Is Sweet."\n\n* Glassine bags or tiny terra-cotta pots filled with herbs or flower seeds.\n\n* CDs of the wedding-day music or favorite tunes personally created by the couple.\n\n* Mini photo albums in fun colors are gifts everyone will use.\n\n* Scrolled astrological readings tied with sheer ribbon (ask everyone to write in his or her birth date on the RSVP cards).\n\n* Luggage tags boxed and tied with an "On the Road of Life Together" ribbon.\n\n* Personalized color pencils (some even come scented) are fun and festive.\n\n* Lottery tickets are ideal -- give your guests a chance at good fortune!\n\n* Colorful clusters of miniature floral-scented soaps wrapped in tulle to match your primary wedding colors.\n\n* Romantic: A copy of Shakespeare's love Sonnets or a book of favorite love poems. Custom-create a bookmark to add a personal touch.\n\n* a jar of honey pinned with a personalized tag inspired by James Taylor: "How Sweet It Is To Bee Loved By You."
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When you go to send the item, you can fill out an inventory.  Be specific and write on the inventory slip, GIFT ITEM ONLY and NOT FOR RESALE on it in Spanish.   There might even be a section where have to you declare the value.  Be honest about the contents and the value but make sure to include those terms.  \nAll of it depends on how big the package is, how much stuff is in it, and the mood of the customs agent when it arrives.  S/he might see this and just pass it on or s/he might turn out to be a royal screw.  It also depends on our trade agreement with Peru and U.S. Embassy influence in country.\nMy recommendation is to use Fedex or DHL.  Fill out the inventory slips as mentioned above.  Those companies get stuff passed through Customs alot easier.
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Sweets/confectionary are fine to send, so long as it is clearly marked and you must state it is a gift.  Hope this helps.
532770
try putting your web page in www.giftsspace.com
568605
You should send something. Even if it's just a nice card and a gift card. NO EMAILS though! Good luck to you.
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Some options\n1. put the box in a GIFT BAG\n2. put the triangular box in a standard box of a larger size - easy to wrap\n3. wrap the item in cellophane wrapper (gift basket style) - place the item in the middle of the cellophane, gather the cellophane edges together, secure with a pretty bow \n4. PASTE wrapping paper on the sides of the triangular box of chocolates\n\nMy preference is the gift bag method, since it is re-usable.
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A great idea for a personal and unique gift is a handmade painting made from a photo that you send.\n\nCheck out this site: www.paintyourlife.com\n\nThe prices are reasonable and the outcome is amazing.
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I always send them a thank you card with a gift certificate to there favorite restaurant.And in the off months I help them out as much as I can.Anything from bale-ling hay to mowing for them AND ALWAYS THANK THEM AND OFFER SOME OF YOUR GAME OR SERVICES.DON'T FORGET TO TELL THEM WHEN YOU'LL BE HUNTING OR FISHING ON THE GROUNDS!
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for destination wedding the best thing to give would be a gift card or certificate. because you don't want to buy a large gift and having to carry it on the plane with the hassle and then for them to bring it back so your best bet is a gift card, and you can put what ever you want on it but let it come from the heart. never give to get give for a blessing.\n  make sure that you have fun.
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If you have the time, create a gift with 40 items. If you have lots and lots of time, find something that will remind them of every year. \n\nFor example, if they went on a honeymoon someplace, try and get a postcard of where their honeymoon was. Year 2 could be a sketch of where they lived, or a toy model of the car they had at the time. For the year they had a baby, see if you can find something from that baby, same with drawings or pictures their kids had made.\n\nThis doesn't have to be something they have to keep, rather it's just a little treasure box of memories. If you'd prefer to keep it really easy and space-saving, look for one special photo from each year, scan the and then create a cd picture album.
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be vague. don't put names in. sign off with something anonymous like "love,your buddy" paint a picture of your ideal christmas day, maybe adding presents and food details. just use a lot of imagination! gd luck :P