Secret Santa Swap - 2015


Yes it really is that time of year again!



  ‘Secret Santa Christmas Swap’  

Exactly the same format as last year.


So how about it folks, a swap especially for this time of year?  

It’s that time of year for letters to Santa, or just simply a wish for winter for those who don’t necessarily celebrate Christmas.  It would be lovely if anyone who wants to join in can, regardless of faith or beliefs. 

This is how it works.

1. You will write a letter to Santa (or Make a Wish) for Sasha, Gregor or Baby Sasha/Gregor.   WE do need to know the size of the doll you are asking for J


You can ask for up to 5 items, BUT SANTA WILL ONLY SEND 3. Remember we never got everything we asked for either!!


Keep in mind that not everyone participating can sew or knit. So you can ask for things like toys, hats, blanket, pj’s, outfits, puppy or pet, teddy bear, books, play food, dishes…etc…you get the idea.  For example, my Sasha and Gregor kids are desperately in need of socks!  Or if you are happy with surprises, just say so. Please note down if you have any allergies for example, are a diabetic and can't eat sweets/chocolate so that your Secret Santa is aware of this.


2. After you write your letter you send it to me (via email:  lorraine(@)takaro.co.uk {removing brackets} ) You must send the letter by Saturday 31st October 2015.  Please include your postal mail address so I can give it to your Secret Santa.  If you could also include in your letter what type of wishes you feel you would be best a fulfilling (eg. Shopping, knitting, sewing, crochet, woodworking etc…) that would be very useful.

PLEASE REMIND ME IF YOU HAVE TAKEN PART IN PREVIOUS YEARS YOU HAVE TAKEN PART IN PREVIOUS YEARS AND WHO YOU SENT & RECEIVED FROM SO I DON'T DUPLICATE PAIRINGS.

3.  Once I have all the letters I will assign them to your Secret Santa and forward the information to that person by Monday 2nd November 2015.

4.  All swaps must be mailed by Friday 27th November 2015. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU ARE AWARE OF THIS DATE - SO AS TO AVOID ANY UNNECESSARY DELAYS. This will allow you four weeks to prepare your package and to allow plenty of time to get to Sasha/Gregor or Baby by Christmas, especially important for those posting overseas. Please remember no more than three of the items should be sent, and a small item for the Sasha/Gregor/Baby’s mummy is always appreciated. Keep it fair for everyone. 

5.  Please if you are paired with an overseas partner, mark the item as a GIFT (as that is of course what it is) with a LOW value so that those in the UK especially don't get hit with a customs bill.  Thank you.

5. If you have any questions, please contact me and ask and remember most importantly…HAVE FUN!

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Participants signed up.

Marijke - Sent & Received
Sheila - Sent & Received
Laura O - Sent & Received
Julie R - Sent & Received
Sonya - Sent & Received
Doll Mum - Sent & Received
Rochelle - Sent & Received
Brenda M - Sent & Received
Lorraine - Sent & Received
Halyna - Sent & Received
Rosie L - Sent & Received
Ginger - Sent & Received
Emma - Sent & Received


1st November 2015 - all letters to 'Santa' sent out to participants.

5 comments:

  1. Hi! Just wondering if you received my letter. I sent the letter to the email provided above yesterday, October 30.

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    1. Yes I did! It went in my spam folder, so thank you for making this comment to alert me to it - have sent you a email.

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    2. Just wanted to reiterate that my secret Santa gift arrived two days ago - perhaps it is your spam folder too! It arrived despite a horrible ice and snow storm...

      pulchinellascellar

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  2. Hi Lorraine! I mailed the Santa swap box on 11-30-15. Please add me to the list. Ho ho ho! :) xxx

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  3. We've received (and sent) and are keeping the package closed until Christmas for the dolls to unwrap. We think a certain toddler might get excited if we tell him about it too early.

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