# SDMB Secret Santa Gift Exchange 2014 \[signup closed\] **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [November 11, 2014, 6:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314 "2014-11-11T06:00:15Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 3
**Author:** ![EmilyG](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/emilyg/32/364_2.png) [@EmilyG](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EmilyG)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2014, 6:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/41 "2014-11-20T18:46:49Z")
> [@Rhiannon8404](#): > > I’m having fun scrolling through everyone’s posts trying to think of what I would give that person should I get their name. > [@Silvorange](#): > > Me too! I love this as a way to get to know about Dopers. Me too 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Helena330](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/helena330/32/531_2.png) [@Helena330](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Helena330)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2014, 6:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/42 "2014-11-20T18:59:51Z")
> [@EmilyG](#): > > Me too 🙂 Add me to that list as well. 😃 I almost wish we could have more than one. The giving is as much fun as the receiving. ---
**Author:** ![peedin](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/peedin/32/14095_2.png) [@peedin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/peedin)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2014, 8:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/43 "2014-11-20T20:15:56Z")
Just sent a PM to Silvorange I’m female. Size L for t-shirts. I don’t care for tea or dark chocolate. I lovelovelove cookies, even Lorna Doones. I also adore popcorn. Not into chotchkees, but I do love vintage Christmas stuff. Ornaments are cool. One can never have too many Post-Its or memo pads. My beloved horse Bob was grey and we did dressage. I love London and am planning a trip to Paris next year. Other than horses, I love dogs and elephants. My favorite colors are navy blue and camel. Truthfully, I don’t care what I get, as long as it is sent with good wishes. ---
**Author:** ![Sir\_T-Cups](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/ed655f/32.png) [@Sir\_T-Cups](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sir_T-Cups)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2014, 9:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/44 "2014-11-20T21:38:16Z")
> [@Helena330](#): > > Add me to that list as well. 😃 I almost wish we could have more than one. The giving is as much fun as the receiving. Hell, with the amount of people who are signing up that might happen anyway ---
**Author:** ![Infovore](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/infovore/32/420_2.png) [@Infovore](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Infovore)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2014, 10:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/45 "2014-11-20T22:06:04Z")
I’ll play! Let’s see… I’m female but not into girly stuff. I’m a geek/nerd, so any geeky/nerdy stuff is great. Particular interests are Doctor Who, Harry Potter, tabletop gaming, World of Warcraft, magic, and anything British. I like cats and cat-themed stuff as long as it’s not old-ladyish/Dolores Umbridge-ish. I love anything to do with writing: blank books, pens, highlighters, etc. I like chocolate. Favorite colors are black, blue, and purple. I love gadgets. Books are great: urban fantasy, horror, and older kids’ books are favorites. I’m sure I’ll love anything I get, though. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![TubaDiva](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/tubadiva/32/507_2.png) [@TubaDiva](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TubaDiva)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2014, 11:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/46 "2014-11-20T23:24:36Z")
I did this a few years ago and it was wonderful, I’m up for some Christmas cheer! First off, I wish everyone the happiest of holidays, however you choose to celebrate them. Or not. I hope i’m not a difficult person to shop for. I like books and music and documentaries and jazz and cooking and cats and dogs and sports cars. (I’m NOT expecting a sports car.) Anything from your neck of the woods would be great, anything homemade would be incredible. I didn’t wait to get old to wear purple; it’s my favorite color. Did I mention I like games and puzzles too? If you come to my house you’ll find old board games and parts and pieces, sets of cards (I was also a terrible magician when I was a kid and I’ve never given up hope that you’ll be able to pick a card, any card) … little metal puzzles. Juggling props/toys are likewise very cool. Dark chocolate … heck, chocolate period end of sentence. Most of all and bestest to think about … “Peace on earth, good will to man.” It could happen. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![TubaDiva](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/tubadiva/32/507_2.png) [@TubaDiva](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TubaDiva)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2014, 11:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/47 "2014-11-20T23:24:21Z")
I did this a few years ago and it was wonderful, I’m up for some Christmas cheer! First off, I wish everyone the happiest of holidays, however you choose to celebrate them. Or not. I hope i’m not a difficult person to shop for. I like books and music and documentaries and jazz and cooking and cats and dogs and sports cars. (I’m NOT expecting a sports car.) Anything from your neck of the woods would be great, anything homemade would be incredible. I didn’t wait to get old to wear purple; it’s my favorite color. Did I mention I like games and puzzles too? If you come to my house you’ll find old board games and parts and pieces, sets of cards (I was also a terrible magician when I was a kid and I’ve never given up hope that you’ll be able to pick a card, any card) … little metal puzzles. Juggling props/toys are likewise very cool. Most of all and bestest to think about … “Peace on earth, good will to man.” It could happen. 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Silvorange](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/8dc957/32.png) [@Silvorange](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Silvorange)\ **Post date:** [November 21, 2014, 3:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/48 "2014-11-21T03:49:33Z")
> [@Helena330](#): > > Add me to that list as well. 😃 I almost wish we could have more than one. The giving is as much fun as the receiving. I haven’t seen a white elephant exchange in a long time. We should have one in the summer. ---
**Author:** ![ChickaPicosa](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/b19c9b/32.png) [@ChickaPicosa](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ChickaPicosa)\ **Post date:** [November 22, 2014, 3:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/49 "2014-11-22T03:48:04Z")
I will play! Here’s some material to work with: - I am 30yrs old & almost 30 weeks pregnant with my first baby (a boy!) - I like artsy things to hang on my walls (paintings, drawings, etc.) - I love jams, and chocolate! (especially dark chocolate, and those with cream or fruity type fillings) - I collect unique Christmas ornaments of all sorts - I love nature and animals (especially elephants & fluffy cats!) - I adore colourful and soft knitted things (mittens, scarves, blankets, etc.) - I’d also love any favourite recipes you may have! (soups, desserts, anything!) - If all else fails, surprise me! 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Silvorange](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/8dc957/32.png) [@Silvorange](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Silvorange)\ **Post date:** [November 22, 2014, 3:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/50 "2014-11-22T15:52:12Z")
**Sarabellum1976** is temporarily removed from the list until I get her mailing address. **Silvorange Atomic Mama twickster FairyChatMom JoseB Filbert IvoryTowerDenizen Anaglyph brainstall Baker FloatyGimpy Grrlbrarian jsgoddess Sir T-Cups Nayna MissTake Slow Moving Vehicle EmilyG freckafree Pai325 romansperson Rhiannon8404 Anaamika rocking chair carnut Reepicheep Helena330 slightly askew MsRobyn Septima SeaDragonTattoo TubaDiva peedin Infovore ChickaPicosa** ---
**Author:** ![Tread](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/53a042/32.png) [@Tread](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tread)\ **Post date:** [November 22, 2014, 8:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/51 "2014-11-22T20:55:12Z")
Prefer something from your area, If food product, Nothing with Cheese please… If T-Shirt Size XL Mainly just something you find interesting or unique about the area you are from ---
**Author:** ![Silvorange](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/8dc957/32.png) [@Silvorange](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Silvorange)\ **Post date:** [November 25, 2014, 3:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/52 "2014-11-25T03:30:40Z")
It’s getting close! **Silvorange Atomic Mama twickster FairyChatMom JoseB Filbert IvoryTowerDenizen Anaglyph brainstall Baker FloatyGimpy Grrlbrarian jsgoddess Sir T-Cups Nayna MissTake Slow Moving Vehicle EmilyG freckafree Pai325 romansperson Rhiannon8404 Anaamika rocking chair carnut Reepicheep Helena330 slightly askew MsRobyn Septima SeaDragonTattoo TubaDiva peedin Infovore ChickaPicosa Tread** ---
**Author:** ![Hockey\_Monkey](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/h/a183cd/32.png) [@Hockey\_Monkey](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hockey_Monkey)\ **Post date:** [November 26, 2014, 1:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/53 "2014-11-26T01:38:47Z")
Oh yay! I didn’t miss out yet! I sent my PM. I collect mouse ornaments and figurines and such. I don’t have any food allergies. If you are inclined to bake, I love me some edibles and send the recipe too! I love cooking too. I am always in need of soft, squishy, cozy lounge socks. I work from home and hate wearing shoes, so I always wear out my cozy socks really fast. I’m not really picky about colors as they will end up with dog fur all over them anyway. 😛 ---
**Author:** ![Silvorange](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/8dc957/32.png) [@Silvorange](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Silvorange)\ **Post date:** [November 27, 2014, 9:45am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/54 "2014-11-27T09:45:46Z")
**Silvorange Atomic Mama twickster FairyChatMom JoseB Filbert IvoryTowerDenizen Anaglyph brainstall Baker FloatyGimpy Grrlbrarian jsgoddess Sir T-Cups Nayna MissTake Slow Moving Vehicle EmilyG freckafree Pai325 romansperson Rhiannon8404 Anaamika rocking chair carnut Reepicheep Helena330 slightly askew MsRobyn Septima SeaDragonTattoo TubaDiva peedin Infovore ChickaPicosa Tread Sarabellum1976 Hockey Monkey** ---
**Author:** ![purplehorseshoe](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/purplehorseshoe/32/2996_2.png) [@purplehorseshoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/purplehorseshoe)\ **Post date:** [November 27, 2014, 2:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/55 "2014-11-27T14:44:50Z")
How’d I miss this thread?!? Sending PM now. I like cool colors (blue, green, purple -duh) animals of any kind, food is lovely homemade or otherwise, and … What else? I’m female, wear a smallish-medium (ah, women’s clothing sizes) i like jewelry, cooking, gardening, nature in general. Does that give a start? ---
**Author:** ![twickster](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/ec9cab/32.png) [@twickster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/twickster)\ **Post date:** [November 27, 2014, 4:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/56 "2014-11-27T16:31:11Z")
Great turnout this year! Can’t wait to start shopping. Or knitting, depending on whether my person wants something handmade. ---
**Author:** ![OneCentStamp](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/o/13edae/32.png) [@OneCentStamp](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/OneCentStamp)\ **Post date:** [November 27, 2014, 4:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/57 "2014-11-27T16:47:53Z")
Sent my PM! Thank you, **Silvorange** , for organizing this. Oh, and from my PM to OP: Gift ideas for me? - **ABOVE ALL, I AM GRATEFUL FOR ANYTHING SOMEONE WANTS TO SEND** - I am fine with homemade food items - Books (including used books!) are always great - I drink coffee as well as tea (not asking for those things; just saying they would not be unwelcome) - I drink alcohol, but shipping alcohol to Utah is illegal (but glassware/novelties/etc. are fine) - I play the electric guitar (don’t try to get me strings or picks, as those are very idiosyncratic choices, but novelties are great) - I wear an XL t-shirt, or L if the sizes run big in that particular brand ---
**Author:** ![Silvorange](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/8dc957/32.png) [@Silvorange](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Silvorange)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2014, 2:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/58 "2014-11-28T02:29:30Z")
> [@twickster](#): > > Great turnout this year! Can’t wait to start shopping. Or knitting, depending on whether my person wants something handmade. I know! We’re up to 40! We only had 25 last year. I keep coming up with ideas for everybody who signs up. _ **Sign-up is still open through Sunday night. Assignments will be made on Monday.** _ **Silvorange Atomic Mama twickster FairyChatMom JoseB Filbert IvoryTowerDenizen Anaglyph brainstall Baker FloatyGimpy Grrlbrarian jsgoddess Sir T-Cups Nayna MissTake Slow Moving Vehicle EmilyG freckafree Pai325 romansperson Rhiannon8404 Anaamika rocking chair carnut Reepicheep Helena330 slightly askew MsRobyn Septima SeaDragonTattoo TubaDiva peedin Infovore ChickaPicosa Tread Sarabellum1976 Hockey Monkey purplehorseshoe OneCentStamp** ---
**Author:** ![peedin](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/peedin/32/14095_2.png) [@peedin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/peedin)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2014, 4:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/59 "2014-11-28T16:11:27Z")
> [@peedin](#): > > Just sent a PM to Silvorange > > I’m female. Size L for t-shirts. I don’t care for tea or dark chocolate. I lovelovelove cookies, even Lorna Doones. I also adore popcorn. Not into chotchkees, but I do love vintage Christmas stuff. Ornaments are cool. One can never have too many Post-Its or memo pads. My beloved horse Bob was grey and we did dressage. I love London and am planning a trip to Paris next year. Other than horses, I love dogs and elephants. My favorite colors are navy blue and camel. Truthfully, I don’t care what I get, as long as it is sent with good wishes. Amending add that I do love milk and white chocolate, and I’m great with receiving any homemade goodies. ---
**Author:** ![Aspenglow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/aspenglow/32/76_2.png) [@Aspenglow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aspenglow)\ **Post date:** [November 28, 2014, 5:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314/60 "2014-11-28T17:54:59Z")
I look forward to participating and can’t wait to find out who will be my exchange partner this year! 🙂 Green is my favorite color. I love home crafted items, including food. I don’t have allergies anymore (thanks to shots!). I live on a farm in the middle of a forest with lots of animals, but my personal style doesn’t reflect that. IOW, I’m not into branding irons or game animal heads as decor. I love books, music, cookery, films, hiking and biking. Atheist to the bone… I celebrate the Solstice, because the occasion of when days start getting longer again is very meaningful to me. Means I’m not feeding livestock in the dark. 🙂 I’m an every day coffee and tea consumer, and adore most kinds of candies except white chocolate. Favorite recipes are also much welcomed. I’m sure I’d be pleased by anything homemade or from your own area! [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314.md?page=2) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-secret-santa-gift-exchange-2014-signup-closed/704314.md?page=4)