Secret Santa Swap - 2016

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.

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 Wednesday 2nd November 2016.  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 Friday 4th November 2016

4.  All swaps must be mailed by Monday 28th November 2016. 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:

Sonya  - Sent & Received

Doll Mum - Sent & Received

Ursula - Sent & Received

Mary - Sent & Received

Jackie K - Sent - Received

Rochelle - Sent & Received

JoAnn - Sent & Received

Lorraine - Sent & Received

Marijke H - Sent & Received

8th November:  'Dear Santa' letter requests sent out to Secret Santa.

12th December:  All gifts received! Well done everyone - some fantastic gifts both sent and received by all.  I will be posting the swap gift photos from Christmas Day.

27 & 28th December:  Secret Santa Gifts Revealed posts are up.

Part One.

Part Two