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What do YOU really want for Xmas which you probably won't get because everyone you ask thinks it's weird/unnecessary/pointless/whatever?

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Kenworthington · 30/11/2016 14:42

I would really really like a telescope. For looking at the moon. I love the moon. It blows my mind. I'd Prob like other moons and planets and stuff if I could see them. Dh thinks this is ridiculous.

I also want a karaoke machine. I think he fears for his eardrums. God knows why. I have the voice of an angel. Obvs

I would also like a new motorbike helmet that looks like a glitter ball. I think it's perfectly reasonable to get a new helmet in boring colour then have it customised. Again he thinks this is ridiculous. I say- I will be safe and also visible (whilst having a disco ball head. And what's not to like about that??)

What would you really like but won't get?

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julez12 · 01/12/2016 13:43

i'd wanted Ugg slippers for years but they were always too expensive to justify against slippers. that was until i seen a PETA video of the mistreatment of the sheep Blush

Disraeli · 01/12/2016 13:54

I want wool for my new crochet habit. DH thinks crochet will be a flash in the pan and is refusing to buy anything that takes up space. I'd also like cashmere socks. But £30 is too much for a pair of socks apparently.

I might ask him for a light up umbrella as mentioned upthread.

ScarlettDarling · 01/12/2016 13:56

Pengweng I love the Origins ginger range too. I've just bought myself an origins gift set today as my present from my mil, who can't get to the shops. It has a full sized body soufflé and a small hand cream, body wash and perfume. Only £36, can't wait to use it!

I'm wanting a lumie clock now too! But dh and I get up at different times so don't think it'd work for us.

Mol1628 · 01/12/2016 14:00

I've asked for a week away from the children. I know I can't have it.

ParadiseCity · 01/12/2016 14:31

Shouldhavenotshouldof, sorry you fell off your scooter. On the subject of teasmades beware they have a very annoying blue light on them. If you like coffee I can recommend having a tassimo machine in your bedroom.

Babyiwantabump · 01/12/2016 14:39

I want a pink kitchenaid mixer.

It's beautiful- I went and stroked one in Lakeland once.

Sigh

BendMeOver · 01/12/2016 14:42

I would love about 7 bottles of perfume from DH. I haven't told him though. He judges women who like girly things as rubbish feminists. I'm a very good feminist. I just like to smell nice Sad

HeCantBeSerious · 01/12/2016 14:45

I want a pink kitchenaid mixer.

I had one instead of an eternity ring. Worth every penny. :)

PerfumeAndCatsAndBooks · 01/12/2016 14:49

This thread has made me a bit sad and a bit angry. I do believe that these people (husband's mainly on this thread) who "aren't good at buying presents" are either just crap listeners, or unkind. If someone expresses a desire for a present and it is within budget and would make them happy, why would you not get it for them?

I was discussing this DH (funnily enough) the other night and we did agreed though that the reason we consider each other to be great present buyers, is because we are skint. So there's always lots of stuff we would like but can't get, so we are never hard to buy for given an opportunity Grin That made sense in my head, not sure it does written down.

The fairy lights on the bicycle basket sound lovely, last year DH spent an evening attaching little glittery stars to the spokes of my wheelchair wheels

I think telescopes are brilliant presents, I did actually get one for DH one year. It can only be used in the garden though as if he uses it from the bedroom window, he worries that neighbouring houses will think he is trying to peep in their windows. Hmm

Hellmouth · 01/12/2016 14:52

An Apple Watch. I know I would hardly use it but I really want one! I'll just buy it for myself once I go back to work and have some spare cash :)

SweetGrapes · 01/12/2016 14:56

Ladies, most of the present ideas are really nice - don't see anything that should not ne bought!

Write a list for Santa and make sure there are copies all over the house maybe?

It will at least work for where the dh or dkids are willing. For others - go and buy your own!

Dh and I now have amazon wish lists that we dip into. I'm the crap present giver here - only it's that dh is very very fussy!

Babyiwantabump · 01/12/2016 15:19

hecant I'm so jealous!

I have told my dad , OH , sister , nan and grandad and anyone who will listen that I want one .

I bet I won't get one .
I don't want anything else .

ArcticMumkey · 01/12/2016 15:25

I asked for vouchers for our local Intu shopping centre so I can buy some new work clothes (going back after maternity leave.) I don't have one shop that I know I'll like hence the voucher that covers the whole centre. The response has been 'oh I'll just give you the money' Well I'd rather not have the money as it'll get eaten up by other things!

ArcticMumkey · 01/12/2016 15:25

I asked for vouchers for our local Intu shopping centre so I can buy some new work clothes (going back after maternity leave.) I don't have one shop that I know I'll like hence the voucher that covers the whole centre. The response has been 'oh I'll just give you the money' Well I'd rather not have the money as it'll get eaten up by other things!

ArcticMumkey · 01/12/2016 15:25

I asked for vouchers for our local Intu shopping centre so I can buy some new work clothes (going back after maternity leave.) I don't have one shop that I know I'll like hence the voucher that covers the whole centre. The response has been 'oh I'll just give you the money' Well I'd rather not have the money as it'll get eaten up by other things!

ArcticMumkey · 01/12/2016 15:25

I asked for vouchers for our local Intu shopping centre so I can buy some new work clothes (going back after maternity leave.) I don't have one shop that I know I'll like hence the voucher that covers the whole centre. The response has been 'oh I'll just give you the money' Well I'd rather not have the money as it'll get eaten up by other things!

ArcticMumkey · 01/12/2016 15:25

I asked for vouchers for our local Intu shopping centre so I can buy some new work clothes (going back after maternity leave.) I don't have one shop that I know I'll like hence the voucher that covers the whole centre. The response has been 'oh I'll just give you the money' Well I'd rather not have the money as it'll get eaten up by other things!

GiraffesAndButterflies · 01/12/2016 15:35

I want toy boxes for the DC. I can't have them from DH because he's giving me an iPad BlushGrin so I'm working on my DM. She thinks these count as presents for the DC. The DC couldn't give a shit where their presents are and would quite happily let them live all over the floor. I'm the one who would enjoy nice tidy toyboxes. Hey ho.

GiraffesAndButterflies · 01/12/2016 15:36

*couldnt give a shit where their toys are, I meant.

PerfumeAndCatsAndBooks · 01/12/2016 15:54

arctic You really really want those vouchers don't you? Grin

bendmeover words fail me at the irony of your DH thinking he can dictate what feminism is to you and other women

plumstone · 01/12/2016 15:57

I have a list that I add to throughout the year - when friends and family remember to ask what I would like - I throw a couple of those items at them - (most recently a microfibre hair turban and a pair of gloves that I can use my iphone/ipad with) apparently for the last two years these are not presenty enough and I have been given other crap nice present stuff. Other stuff on the list is Louis Vuitton big scarf & a cartier watch (wouldn't dream of asking anyone to actually buy them - on the list so I don't forget to purchase when I win the lotto Grin)

this year apparently I can expect two books (i specifically asked for) socks and some gloves that I can't use my phone with - fortunately I plan to be slightly pissed on the 25th so hoping I just ignore!!

ScarlettDarling · 01/12/2016 17:31

Arctic Do you want intu vouchers by any chance? Grin

Laska5772 · 01/12/2016 20:59

I want a cart to use in the garden I really do.. Ive wanted one for years.. I just get laughed at..(and have to keep using our crappy wheelbarrow with a flat tyre)..

Id like goat or two also and chickens. They all think i only want the cart to pull the goat and chickens around in.. (if anyone recognises this wish .. Yes it IS me!! )

This year i have broadened (sp?) my wish list a little and Id also be really happy to receive an adult micro scooter (purple please) and a Beatles yellow submarine lego set.. ill probably get more unsuitable lingerie and face stuff and perfume ill never use

Zaphodsotherhead · 01/12/2016 21:13

The thing is, I do tell my OH (or at least I hint heavily) about what I want, but he just doesn't listen. 'Oh,' I say, at the county show 'those are nice riding boots!'. 'Gosh, there's a Discworld book I don't have!' I say in Smiths. 'I really like those little jet beads...'

He will panic buy the weekend before Christmas and I will get two pottery animals that light up. Because, according to him I 'never say what I want for Christmas'...

KitNeutron · 01/12/2016 21:35

Disraeli keep up with the crochet and buy yourself some cashmere yarn, then you can make socks! I know where your dh is coming from re space, I may or may not have four holes in our living room kallax unit dedicated entirely to my wool and hooks. BUT I think it's a bit mean, since that's what you want!

I would like stuff from Lush. It's too expensive for me to buy myself. Can't ask DH for it because he's planning something himself and don't want to seem ungrateful. Might ask mum.

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