What have you bought so far?

I have bought some video games for the boys and a huge makeup case for my daughter. That is about it. My kids seem to change there mind from day to day and it becomes hard to buy early. I have bought some clothes for all of them as well. I know all of my kids would like a digital camera...so thanks for the idea. What kind did you get yours?

I don't do any Christmas shopping anymore. Our kids are grown so what I do is get them gift cards and let them buy whatever they like or need. I do the same with the grandkids but then also get them toys. It works out very well for me. Am not a shopper so this is easy and our kids like the idea. They know what their kids need and want and I don't always know since 4 of the kids live in other states. At first I thought they might not like the idea but I was wrong.

Ah yes, you're one of "those" people. I remember you talking about it last year. My best friend is the exact same way. It drives me crazy because she'll also tell me that I only have so many day left until Christmas even if it's 110 days or so. Anyway, I don't have any of my Christmas shopping done yet. I can't even think about it until after Halloween. However, my kids have started their list for Santa Claus so at least that's a start.

I'm kind of like you, I start doing a little shopping here and there.. Starting in August usually. lol. I usually get the bulk of my presents probably in November, once I figure out what everyone wants - but before that I'll buy things I know people will like or use, and especially if I find a good deal on them. Right now, I have 5 different nice gift sets for 5 people so far - that's just a small present (although I spent like $80 on them in total! Victoria's Secret is expensive lol), but I still have to get them all the 'main gift', which usually consists of gift cards or things they specifically ask for - I like getting them things they actually want or need and will actually use. I'm lucky in the sense that I have only 2 friends that I exchange with, and about 5 family members that I get things for. That's about it as far as my presents go. But I like spreading out the gifts between pay checks - it makes it feel a lot less painful than spending it all at once! lol

We have bought books for our nieces and nephews from my wifes home business, Usborne Books. I think that is about all. Cheers, I am usually finishing my "Christmas" Shopping in January or February a few years after the fact...

Mood rings for my nieces, a pocket watch for my aunt. I have a very long list, and that's how far I've gone. I'm waiting for the bazaars to happen, because there are a lot of good finds in them.

I haven't bought anything yet. I have a lot of people on my list this year, so it's going to be crazy. I've already started making puppets for some of the kids on my list, and they're coming out very cute, so I'm pleased with this. I'll start the shopping part once I see how well my knitting and sewing is going: I'm knitting wristwarmers and hats for people.

i have bought a few little things for my daughters, some small stuff for my mom and something for her teacher and some stuff for their friends so far. we are going to florida for the holidays so i dont need to buy much, mostly for my mom.

We don't celebrate Christmas..but we have Diwali before Christmas and it is on 5th of November this year...its very wise to do shopping very early as market get flooded with people and you can hardly make your choice...but for me its mostly at the last moment...as Diwali includes many many things besides shopping..we do cleaning of our houses...mostly painted every year at this time only...and so though we know that it will to be good to be late still we don't find time to go to the market earlier...Happy Christmas in advance !!!

First Dearra's birthday, then Christmas... I'm sure I won't start until after Thanksgiving.

I actually have a lot hidden away for my son... I am a bargain shopper so if I see something that's a really good deal, I buy it and deal with it later. Last spring, I found a sweatsuit on the clearance rack at JC Penney, it was $4! It was a size 5. Naturally, my now 5 YO was still in 3/4T, but I got it anyway and put it in his closet. It fits perfectly now! I also just purchased 4 short/shirt outfits on line via Walmart, for $28! I'll get them and stick them in his summer draw for next year! I know this wouldn't normally be a bargain as they normally sell Geranimals at $4 each, but my son is too big now and the 'big boy' sizes/brands are more money, so to me, this year, that's a bargain! I do this all year; so I had quite a stash started for his birthday, but DH decided to buy a water slide and we decided to put some stuff (previously intended for his birthday) away for Christmas. As far as the rest of the family, I've got money stashed, but I haven't purchased anything so far. I'll usually just haunt places like the Christmas Tree Shop, Big Lots, Ocean State, and Walmart; I'll buy good deals, with a person/family group in mind, then go from there...

I don't know when I will start but I have not bought anything as of yet but I have been looking because I am so far behind with bills it is unreal, but I have been looking at a few things for family to see what I can fit in my budget maybe I will start in a couple of week or 3 weeks. Have a nice day!

Unfortunately, I am one of those 'crammers' that does their Christmas shopping too late. So, needless to say, I haven't bought anything yet. I still have to get over the hump of Halloween and Thanksgiving before I could start worrying about Christmas. But this year, I will promise to start a little bit earlier. Maybe in the first week of December.

In my case it's a bit tricky. For some reason... a lot of the people I love have birthdays on October... so I'm usually broke before the month ends. :p But heck, seeing the smile on their faces as they open their gifts is just priceless. :) ...we have scheduled our Christmas shopping next week though so wish me and my wallet good luck. ;p

Now that you come to think of it I suppose Christmas is getting real close! I tend not to bother with it though, I just don't have the funds. In terms of family they are non existent but I do have a friend that comes over for Christmas. I do like buying things for myself, I think this aspect is important as it makes you feel good and keeps you happy and content inside. I think it's all about saving for what I want though, one item at a time. It would sure help if I had more money in my life, I would definitely go on a shopping spree then! I enjoy buying things on ebay as they are relatively cheap there and I enjoy the whole bidding experience. I'm not going shopping yet, I think I will give it a few weeks. Andrew

if i had the money then i would have started by now,but i haven't so i'm having to wait until i have the funds available,which will hopefully be soon

So far, I bought my own unit of personal computer with a printer. I decided to purchase it because it help to find an easy access to internet to look for an online income opportunity. With my printer, I'd accepted partime work from my friends who wants my layout and program making. And now, I realize how it helps me so much to have this.

i`ve bought a digital camera, a gift for myself.

for me i bought last week my new dual laptop...i hope soon i could buy a new car....jejeje

Ohhh, I haven't started the shopping yet, but I've started looking for presents for my best friends and my brother as well. I think I will start buying in late November. :)