Tick tock tick tock …
I have only 3 days remaining to procure Christmas presents. Once again I fear I’ve left it too late for stress free shopping. And of course, I’ve procrastinated on buying my 5 year old’s Santa gifts which now means, given that she’s on holidays, I’m going to have to find a time to sneak out of the house to go shopping. Any opportunity to avoid the gleaming mega malls open late night and instead buy something 2nd hand/vintage or handmade is fast becoming a pipe dream. I am going to hit the charity stores though to see if I can find some “dress up” type outfits / hats etc – wish me luck.
For other loved ones I’ve managed to stick fairly close to my “not buying new” mandate and thought I’d share my ideas with you – perhaps it will give those who are undertaking a similar challenge some inspiration. Loved ones please avert your eyes now as don’t want to ruin the surprise! I won’t reveal who’s getting what just in case you can’t resist peaking!
2nd hand book – looks new 
Horse necklace using recycled vinyl records
Butterfly necklace using recycled orange & black vinyl records
2nd hand clamshell sandpit off Ebay
I guess something is better than nothing. And my hubby & I won’t be exchanging gifts this year so that’s less guilt about consumerism.
