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Post by KelleeM on Dec 14, 2019 11:36:36 GMT
I know I’m not the only one who has picked up gifts for myself while shopping for others, right? I even have a couple of things tucked away with the gifts that need to be wrappped. I’m thinking about wrapping them up and putting them under the tree to open on Christmas morning!
I went to World Market this week and bought some little felt gnome ornaments and a travel Spirograph in a tin case. I loved Spirograph when I was a kid! This morning I ordered an Instax camera package from Amazon. I think it will be fun for making projects with my granddaughter. I bought the 3 year protection package which I never buy but figured she may want to use it as well and she’s not quite four. On Black Friday I bought bras from Kohl’s but those were needs not wants. I have a couple of stacking rings in my cart with Lisa Leonard but haven’t decided yet if I really want to spend the money on them. They could eventually replace my wedding and engagement rings but I don’t think I’ll ever stop wearing those so these other rings would be worn on my right hand...still deciding on them.
What have you bought yourself? Are you saving it to put under the tree?
ETA: there have been a few scrapbooking purchases recently as well!
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Post by mikklynn on Dec 14, 2019 12:20:17 GMT
DH hates to shop and really is not up to it, so I've purchased my own gifts for a while now.
I bought a box of scrapbook goodies from ACOT, a set of inks, and a 3 month subscription to a cross-stitch kit. My first box arrived for that and I did not open it, just wrapped it and put it under the tree. So, that will be fun to open!
I think you and your granddaughter will have a lot of fun with the Instax camera!
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Post by gryroagain on Dec 14, 2019 12:26:30 GMT
I just booked tickets for the first week of March to the Philippines for the girls and I. Korean winter sucks, I’m over it already, but high season everywhere is Jan-Feb so best I could do. I can’t wait!
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Post by cmhs on Dec 14, 2019 12:59:54 GMT
I bought myself a cute Kate Spade purse on cyber Monday. I was like a little kid on Christmas opening up that baby.
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Post by jenjie on Dec 14, 2019 13:05:29 GMT
All the things. Black Friday and cyber Monday sales!
Replacement bakeware - two 9x13 pans, 4 cookie sheets
The comfy - it’s not attractive but it’s WARM
Long Silver chain ordinarily $100, got it super cheap. When I was pregnant with Logan (just turned 15!!) Fred gave me a locket with 4 pics - himself, Jared, Caitlin... and Logan’s sonogram pic. So sweet!
It looked kinda big and gaudy so close to my face. It probably didn’t, but if felt like it to me. I finally figured it would look perfect on a longer chain. This one might be a little too long but it will work.
new underwear with kohl’s cash
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Post by phoenixcov on Dec 14, 2019 13:15:11 GMT
I spent a naughty amount of money on some collectors dolls house miniatures for my nearly finished Tattoo studio. Not going to wrap them though.  |
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Post by myboysnme on Dec 14, 2019 13:15:55 GMT
I generally don't buy myself gifts because if I want something at Christmas I send a link to the family, haha! But this year I went a bit nuts.
Near my house both KMart and Dress Barn are going out of business.
I bought myself an engagement ring because I lost mine when I got too fat to wear it and now I can but can't find it, several necklaces, bracelets, earrings and all of it 75%-85% off so I for the first time in my life have some fine jewelry. I probably spent well over $700.
At Dress Barn I got a lovely sweater coat, a dress, a pair of pants and two shirts for daily wear - total cost $150 at 60% off.
I bought myself a Talk of the Walk sweater on ebay - made an offer and it was accepted. It's a Christmas sweater so hope it arrives soon!
I bought myself pretty much every bra in my size at Kmart and if I stay about the same size I will never need to buy a bra in this life time. They were between 60 and 80% off.
I bought myself a pair of boots exactly like ones I have because they had my size and I'm afraid I'll wear out the other ones. I've been wearing them hard for a year.
I think that's it. There is other stuff but more stuff for my vintage ornament/decorations Christmas collection.
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Post by salem on Dec 14, 2019 13:24:18 GMT
I spent a naughty amount of money on some collectors dolls house miniatures for my nearly finished Tattoo studio. Not going to wrap them though. It’s only naughty if you really feel bad about spending it, and it doesn’t sound like you do!!! Lol Enjoy your gifts to yourself. I’m sitting at the mall now waiting for it to open, it’s pouring buckets, and I am one of the crazies that have barely started shopping. I will feel no guilt if I happen to see something that just needs to come home with me. |
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Post by ChicagoKTS on Dec 14, 2019 13:32:30 GMT
The Instant Pot Crisp. I had been wanting an eight quart IP anyway, so I figured I might as well go for the that includes the air fryer option.
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Post by supersoda on Dec 14, 2019 13:44:54 GMT
I just bought myself a new Apple Watch. I've been telling DH for months that was what I wanted because the battery on mine is going out and I like some of the new features, and I found a great sale today (Sam's has a one-day sale if anyone's looking), so I asked if he minded if I just ordered it. I hate overpaying for anything, and I knew he was going to get it anyway.
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Post by KelleeM on Dec 14, 2019 14:04:56 GMT
I just bought myself a new Apple Watch. I've been telling DH for months that was what I wanted because the battery on mine is going out and I like some of the new features, and I found a great sale today (Sam's has a one-day sale if anyone's looking), so I asked if he minded if I just ordered it. I hate overpaying for anything, and I knew he was going to get it anyway. I’ve been toying with buying myself one. I have never had an Apple Watch but am an Apple person. Do I need one? |
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Post by QueenoftheSloths on Dec 14, 2019 14:22:49 GMT
All I have bought for myself was a used book to get over the free shipping threshold at thriftbooks, and 2 Penzey's gift cards when they were doing their deal.
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Post by Restless Spirit on Dec 14, 2019 14:27:07 GMT
I have a non-gift-giving DH, so I just buy what I need throughout the year.
After much internal debate, I finally upgraded my Apple Watch from a series 2 to a series 5 in November. I bought the one with the data plan and I’m so glad I did. I absolutely love it. And everyone always tells me they are surprised I am talking on my watch because it sounds like I am on my phone, it is that good..
Surprisingly my DH did surprise me with the Kate Spade purse I had been admiring at Von Maur for helping him on a work project. It was a very lovely gesture since he never buys me gifts.
I bought my daughter and sister each pairs of Muk Luk cabin socks for Christmas and bought myself a couple of pairs. So cozy and warm.
DH works at a store where he gets a small discount and I’m going to get DD and her DH each Yeti cups, I’m thinking I might get one for myself too.
These items are total splurges and won’t happen again for another year.
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Post by whipea on Dec 14, 2019 14:29:35 GMT
Video games - Ring Fit Adventure for Nintendo Switch and today or tomorrow seeing if I can find Luigi's Mansion 3.
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Post by hutchfan on Dec 14, 2019 14:31:03 GMT
Some candles locally made and BBW candles during the sale. Some new decorations for my house.
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Post by janeliz on Dec 14, 2019 14:47:01 GMT
We need a new water heater and we’re planning to redo the lighting in our kitchen, so my husband and I are not exchanging gifts this year. I did treat myself to some $10.00 slippers from Target and some $5.00 pajama pants from Old Navy, though.
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Post by supersoda on Dec 14, 2019 14:47:33 GMT
I just bought myself a new Apple Watch. I've been telling DH for months that was what I wanted because the battery on mine is going out and I like some of the new features, and I found a great sale today (Sam's has a one-day sale if anyone's looking), so I asked if he minded if I just ordered it. I hate overpaying for anything, and I knew he was going to get it anyway. I’ve been toying with buying myself one. I have never had an Apple Watch but am an Apple person. Do I need one? I never wore a watch before I got my Apple Watch and I love it! I have had a series 2 for a few years. I like it because I don't have to keep up with my phone but still get text notifications if I'm in another part of my house or office. I'm a little weather obsessed, so I have the weather available on the face so that I can always see the temperature. I travel a fair amount, so I keep two clocks on the face so that I can always see the time where I am and at home. I also use it reminders, alarms, and to track exercise. Oh, and it will find my phone, which I lose all the time. There are tons of features I don't use. I'm excited that the new watch is waterproof, so I can wear it in the pool and track exercise there, too. DH was slower to adopt and just got one a year ago. He likes it, but I don't think it was a dramatic for him because his phone is in his pocket 24/7. |
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Post by pilcas on Dec 14, 2019 14:50:07 GMT
My husband is not a good gift giver or shopper but he did give me cash to buy something for myself and the kids. The thing is I I don’t really need anything major right now. I have to through my Black Friday deliveries that are ready to be wrapped. I’m pretty sure there must be something in there for me!
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Post by ToniW on Dec 14, 2019 14:50:51 GMT
I just bought myself a new Apple Watch. I've been telling DH for months that was what I wanted because the battery on mine is going out and I like some of the new features, and I found a great sale today (Sam's has a one-day sale if anyone's looking), so I asked if he minded if I just ordered it. I hate overpaying for anything, and I knew he was going to get it anyway. I’ve been toying with buying myself one. I have never had an Apple Watch but am an Apple person. Do I need one?
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Post by MZF on Dec 14, 2019 14:59:45 GMT
I just bought myself a new Apple Watch. I've been telling DH for months that was what I wanted because the battery on mine is going out and I like some of the new features, and I found a great sale today (Sam's has a one-day sale if anyone's looking), so I asked if he minded if I just ordered it. I hate overpaying for anything, and I knew he was going to get it anyway. I’ve been toying with buying myself one. I have never had an Apple Watch but am an Apple person. Do I need one? I LOVE my Apple watch, even more than I thought I would, & wear it every day since getting it. I'm not tech-savvy and don't use all the features, but I really like the ones I do use-- workout, phone & messaging, and if using navigation on phone it vibrates so I know to pay attention to direction--and more. I have a wardrobe of watch bands that I bought from Amazon--some leather & some fake leather, a metal mesh, floral print, and a cple of silicone ones--much cheaper than through Apple and good enough for me. |
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Post by MZF on Dec 14, 2019 15:01:00 GMT
I’ve been toying with buying myself one. I have never had an Apple Watch but am an Apple person. Do I need one?
That's funny--I was thinking of getting the newest one and giving DH my older one. |
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Post by DEX on Dec 14, 2019 15:01:43 GMT
I had a 2nd generation IPAD that was doing a slow death. I had bought the largest IPAD last year at this time along with a keyboard but took it back before opening because I felt guilty. I bought a MacBook Pro and I love it. I realized that I miss having a laptop. I prefer to type rather than just using my finger. I give the best gifts! |
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Post by ToniW on Dec 14, 2019 15:04:53 GMT
Me, too. DH has the series 3, so I'm thinking he should get the 5 and I'll take the 3.
That's funny--I was thinking of getting the newest one and giving DH my older one.
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Post by katybee on Dec 14, 2019 15:05:46 GMT
A new KitchenAid stand mixer (white), 4 new dining room chairs, a set of copper cookware, a fiddle leaf fig, 2 new rugs, a blue rattan bed, and all new navy blue custom kitchen cabinets with a built-in, French door refrigerator and farmhouse sink. For my dollhouse.  |
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Post by roundtwo on Dec 14, 2019 15:46:27 GMT
Since leaving the ex, I no longer have to buy my own gifts and it is awesome! It's fun trying to guess what's under the tree - dh is a good gift giver!
I did buy myself a new pretty sweater to wear to Christmas parties, though.
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Post by crazy4scraps on Dec 14, 2019 15:59:10 GMT
Video games - Ring Fit Adventure for Nintendo Switch and today or tomorrow seeing if I can find Luigi's Mansion 3. We’ve been having a lot of fun playing Luigi’s Mansion 3! We gave it to DH for his birthday a couple months ago. I say go for it! ETA: To answer the OP’s original question, I ordered myself the LEGO Disney train and station set for Christmas but it hasn’t arrived yet. It was over a hundred bucks off on Black Friday and I knew DH wouldn’t buy it for me after he was deluged with Lego emails when he bought me the Disney Castle a couple years ago. I also bought myself three new hoodies at Kohl’s on sale and had them shipped to my house, then bought a fourth one after the dog stole a package off of the porch that had one of them in it, and took off with it through the front yard. By the time DH got it back, my sweatshirt inside the bag had a hole in it.  That was NOT a happy day. I also bought a second set of egg bite molds to leave at the lake cabin for making egg bites on the weekends when we’re there. I need to order myself one more thing from “Santa” because the LEGO set that was supposed to be from Santa DH told DD was going to be from him, LOL. Oh, and I also bought some scrapbooking dies and some new cookie cutters because I had a $65 cash rewards credit on my credit card that was burning a hole. |
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Post by moodyblue on Dec 14, 2019 16:02:08 GMT
I traded in my older iPad Pro for a new one. The battery was getting really bad so I am really happy with the new one.
Last weekend I went to the local glass blowing place and bought a glass snowman. I’d been looking for something new for the house/season kind of in memory of my husband who died last January. This seemed right. They also had cool glass trees and I bought two green ones and a blue one. They are all on the dining room table and I really like them.
I may have also ordered myself the Comfy. 😁
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Post by tracyarts on Dec 14, 2019 16:12:26 GMT
DH and I don't really do a gift exchange, we just "treat ourselves" a bit during the holidays.
I got: A small pocket sized camcorder to replace the one I have that's started glitching out on a regular basis. A set of Clover Amore crochet hooks, some makeup (Too Faced Extra Spicy Gingerbread palette and Gingerbread Man liquid lipstick), a perfume (Elizabeth Taylor Diamonds and Rubies in the parfum/extrait formula), a pair of red Arcopedico ankle boots, and a crochet book (workbook for the Sophie's Universe afghan).
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Post by seaexplore on Dec 14, 2019 16:40:05 GMT
DH and I bought ourselves new lazy boy recliners to replace the ones we have that are 20 years old and falling apart.  |
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Post by ntsf on Dec 14, 2019 16:42:49 GMT
totally for fun.. bought myself a new pair of revo sunglasses.. 65% off.. I will use them I also replaced some cookwear and bought new pillows.
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