Sooooo....what did you get for Christmas, Hannakah, whatever

[beergut]

Dec 26, 2015 18:59:51 GMT -5 Anne_in_VA said:

I got the Kitchenaid stand mixer I've been wanting, a teapot, a crystal dish, lots of edibles.  

What kind?

After getting one for GF for her birthday, I can say that they're worth the money. 

[beergut]

 
 A Yeti travel cup for my car, a Kitchenaid pasta drying rack, a Kitchenaid pasta extruding attachment, a Sportula (spatula with team logo carved into the metal), a decorative pasta rake, flavored pasta from Pappardelle's, set of flavored oil and vinegar, an A&M sweatshirt, a Jorvorskie Lane Tampa Bay Bucs jersey, an A&M chips n dip football helmet, an an antique fluted pastry cutter. 

What I love is that a lot of the stuff I was received was stuff I wouldn't even think of asking for, but things people saw and thought of me, so they bought it for me. Those are the best kinds of gifts. 

[swasat]

We took a 2 week vacation to Spain & Portugal this December, so that was the family gift.

Other than that, about $150 combined on DD and DS, $200 on assorted nieces and nephews, about $100 on food for assorted parties we went to.




ETA: Oops! I didn't realize this is not the thread "how much did you spend this Christmas"

So my answer pertaining to this thread is I didn't get anything for Christmas per se. I have way too much stuff so DH and I did not exchange gifts. But "we" got money from his and my parents and gift cards to restaurant etc from siblings.

[zibazinski]

Dd got the yeti travel mug. Very cool

[Jaguar]

Dec 26, 2015 23:31:13 GMT -5 Jaguar said:

I got myself a bunch of much needed clothing, plus some kitchen stuff and computer stuff. There's possibly a big gift coming my way from my brother, but I gotta wait for it, cause I'm not 100% sure what he and his DW have planned. These 2 are really good people, he is calm and she is generous.

Well they got me a Tempur-Pedic mattress and a new wood foundation frame for it, twin size in the size that I like. I've been sleeping on my mom's old mattress set and it's well old. Plus I feel icky cause this is where my mom went right after she had the stroke.

He understands why I don't want to keep these memories alive with this furniture. I'm past that now.

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Anyone else?

[Knee Deep in Water Chloe]

I got a pair of Toms, a cute ring that DD#2 picked out (faux jewelry), a JCrew merino wool shell, and a pair of slipper socks. 

[ners]

MyDF and I had decided not to spend on Christmas.

He regifted me a fruitcake.  He purchased a much needed new set of sheets.

[Anne_in_VA]

Dec 27, 2015 18:12:25 GMT -5 beergut said:

Dec 26, 2015 18:59:51 GMT -5 Anne_in_VA said:

I got the Kitchenaid stand mixer I've been wanting, a teapot, a crystal dish, lots of edibles.  

What kind?

After getting one for GF for her birthday, I can say that they're worth the money. 

I got the 5 Qt tilt head model in Cobalt Blue.  It really looks black, but I love it and can't wait to use it!

[ohmomto2boys]

I got a Coach purse and wallet - leather.  I would never spend the money even though I wanted them.  My birthday is in 2 weeks.  I have no idea what DH is planning, although he said my gift is on the way.  

[wvugurl26]

Snow boots (that may never get used this year), fancy pressure cooker, adult coloring set, gift cards, scarf, sweater, ornaments, and cash.

[zibazinski]

Cute purse and wallet from kids plus a fit bit.

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Bump

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From my Mom a couple of those coats that compress down to really small...because she can't buy one of anything.  From my Dad, money, a year of Netflix and a St. Olaf sweatshirt (because they give me and the boys one EVERY year...we have a lot of St. Olaf clothes).  A couple gift cards, and from my new nephew a beautiful framed picture of himself.

I still have at least one more Christmas to go to but I know some of what I'm getting there.  A homemade quilt and a scrapped calendar of my kids from ex SIL, not sure what from the ex IL's, but they usually get me something too. 

[cael]

DH and I went small for each other - he got me socks, a Pusheen t-shirt, some other little things and the complete Seinfeld on DVD I got him a strategy guide for a game, underwear, new pajama pants, a few movies, a camping flask/shot glass set, some other little things.

Besides some little stuff, my parents got DH a food processor and me a one-hour massage and a heated neck/back massager (they know what I need!!!) and I got the coloring books and pencils I wanted.

Oh, and DH got me a mother/child Alex & Ani bracelet and maternity lounge/sleep pants, which was really cute of him.

[MJ2.0]

can I just say how happy I am that other people wanted the coloring books too? BTW I already started coloring... LOVE!!!! But my mom didn't get me the good colored pencils, so I'll need to spring for those.

[Green Eyed Lady]

Dec 28, 2015 15:13:25 GMT -5 MJ2.0 said:

can I just say how happy I am that other people wanted the coloring books too? BTW I already started coloring... LOVE!!!! But my mom didn't get me the good colored pencils, so I'll need to spring for those.

I got one, too. I absolutely love it. It is so relaxing!

[steff]

I got a 5 qt Kitchen Aid mixer in PINK! (said it was Cranberry, but that sucker is PINK!) and the shredder attachment for it.  A new set of Pioneer Woman pots & pans (including cast iron skillets) & bakeware.  A new set of dishes, perfume, some clothes, and new bed linens.   and a new Smart phone.  Never had one before, still trying to figure it out and looking like a dingbat.   lol

[wvugurl26]

Dec 28, 2015 15:13:25 GMT -5 MJ2.0 said:

can I just say how happy I am that other people wanted the coloring books too? BTW I already started coloring... LOVE!!!! But my mom didn't get me the good colored pencils, so I'll need to spring for those.

My dad got me one of the Crayola sets. It has two sets of colored pencils. They might be crap. I'll have to ask my artsy friend if they are good or what I should buy.

Steff I got the shredder attachment last Christmas and I love the thing.

[Green Eyed Lady]

Dec 28, 2015 15:40:38 GMT -5 steff said:

I got a 5 qt Kitchen Aid mixer in PINK! (said it was Cranberry, but that sucker is PINK!) and the shredder attachment for it.  A new set of Pioneer Woman pots & pans (including cast iron skillets) & bakeware.  A new set of dishes, perfume, some clothes, and new bed linens.   and a new Smart phone.  Never had one before, still trying to figure it out and looking like a dingbat.   lol

Would love to know how the Pioneer Woman cookware works for you.  My mom got me a set of Paula Deen cookware a couple of years ago and it has not held up well even though I'm only cooking for one and they don't get used daily.  Am in the market for something middle of the road and was looking at those the other day.  I'm not a fan of hers - she irritates the hell out of me actually - but if her cookware is durable, I'll give it a try.

[steff]

Dec 28, 2015 16:26:52 GMT -5 Green Eyed Lady said:

Dec 28, 2015 15:40:38 GMT -5 steff said:

I got a 5 qt Kitchen Aid mixer in PINK! (said it was Cranberry, but that sucker is PINK!) and the shredder attachment for it.  A new set of Pioneer Woman pots & pans (including cast iron skillets) & bakeware.  A new set of dishes, perfume, some clothes, and new bed linens.   and a new Smart phone.  Never had one before, still trying to figure it out and looking like a dingbat.   lol

Would love to know how the Pioneer Woman cookware works for you.  My mom got me a set of Paula Deen cookware a couple of years ago and it has not held up well even though I'm only cooking for one and they don't get used daily.  Am in the market for something middle of the road and was looking at those the other day.  I'm not a fan of hers - she irritates the hell out of me actually - but if her cookware is durable, I'll give it a try.

I got a combo of the enameled cast iron, regular cast iron & non-stick pans.  I used the big enameled cast iron deep pot to make spaghetti yesterday and clean up was stupid easy compared to other pans.  Even after 5 hours of cooking, the little "baked on" type ring that low & slow sauces make got washed away in 2 seconds, no scrubbing needed.  Using the non stick skillet & pots tonight to make dinner. 

so far it heats really evenly, cleans up super easy, and looks great.  They will definitely get a lot of use here, so I'll know pretty quick if they are going to have a short life.   I also had some Paula Deen stuff and the coating is peeling away, it didn't heat evenly, and couldn't go into the oven. 

I had looked at some Rachel Ray pots & pans, but there wasn't any cast iron, not as many pieces, and was more expensive than the Pioneer Woman stuff. 

[Green Eyed Lady]

Dec 28, 2015 16:36:18 GMT -5 steff said:

Dec 28, 2015 16:26:52 GMT -5 Green Eyed Lady said:

Would love to know how the Pioneer Woman cookware works for you.  My mom got me a set of Paula Deen cookware a couple of years ago and it has not held up well even though I'm only cooking for one and they don't get used daily.  Am in the market for something middle of the road and was looking at those the other day.  I'm not a fan of hers - she irritates the hell out of me actually - but if her cookware is durable, I'll give it a try.

I got a combo of the enameled cast iron, regular cast iron & non-stick pans.  I used the big enameled cast iron deep pot to make spaghetti yesterday and clean up was stupid easy compared to other pans.  Even after 5 hours of cooking, the little "baked on" type ring that low & slow sauces make got washed away in 2 seconds, no scrubbing needed.  Using the non stick skillet & pots tonight to make dinner. 

so far it heats really evenly, cleans up super easy, and looks great.  They will definitely get a lot of use here, so I'll know pretty quick if they are going to have a short life.   I also had some Paula Deen stuff and the coating is peeling away, it didn't heat evenly, and couldn't go into the oven. 

I had looked at some Rachel Ray pots & pans, but there wasn't any cast iron, not as many pieces, and was more expensive than the Pioneer Woman stuff. 

That's one of my biggest complaints with the PD stuff - it doesn't heat evenly.  The skillet is atrocious.  In addition, I am religious about using non-scratching utensils and I still get scratches.  I know nobody else is doing it because I'm the only one who lives there - other than my dog who doesn't cook. 

If you say you think they cook evenly, I may give them a try.  Thank you for the info.  The easy clean up is a plus, also, but that is one problem I didn't have with PD.  Did your PD stuff get really burned up on the outside bottom?   I have also looked at Rachel Ray.  Think I'm going to try the PW stuff.

[steff]

Dec 28, 2015 16:41:02 GMT -5 Green Eyed Lady said:

Dec 28, 2015 16:36:18 GMT -5 steff said:

I got a combo of the enameled cast iron, regular cast iron & non-stick pans.  I used the big enameled cast iron deep pot to make spaghetti yesterday and clean up was stupid easy compared to other pans.  Even after 5 hours of cooking, the little "baked on" type ring that low & slow sauces make got washed away in 2 seconds, no scrubbing needed.  Using the non stick skillet & pots tonight to make dinner. 

so far it heats really evenly, cleans up super easy, and looks great.  They will definitely get a lot of use here, so I'll know pretty quick if they are going to have a short life.   I also had some Paula Deen stuff and the coating is peeling away, it didn't heat evenly, and couldn't go into the oven. 

I had looked at some Rachel Ray pots & pans, but there wasn't any cast iron, not as many pieces, and was more expensive than the Pioneer Woman stuff. 

That's one of my biggest complaints with the PD stuff - it doesn't heat evenly.  The skillet is atrocious.  In addition, I am religious about using non-scratching utensils and I still get scratches.  I know nobody else is doing it because I'm the only one who lives there - other than my dog who doesn't cook. 

If you say you think they cook evenly, I may give them a try.  Thank you for the info.  The easy clean up is a plus, also, but that is one problem I didn't have with PD.  Did your PD stuff get really burned up on the outside bottom?   I have also looked at Rachel Ray.  Think I'm going to try the PW stuff.

My Paula stuff did get darker and darker where it sits on the heat as time went on & that led to more uneven heating issues.  I was super disappointed in Paula's stuff.   The PW pans also have silicone handle covers on the skillets & lid handles.  My set also came with extra silicone handles to use on the cast irons skillets.  instructions say up to 400 degrees even the silicone handles can go into the oven. 

I made chicken breasts tonight.  Browned them off in a non stick skillet.  Didn't need any oil, browned evenly and cooked evenly. Slapped the lid on it & a shot of chicken stock to finish them off.   I did brownies earlier today in one of the baking pans.  Again, didn't need any oil or cooking spray.  just a piece of parchment in the bottom and they came out great. 

[Green Eyed Lady]

Good to hear. Thank you. I may go out and get them tonight!

[cael]

Dec 28, 2015 16:06:27 GMT -5 wvugurl26 said:

Dec 28, 2015 15:13:25 GMT -5 MJ2.0 said:

can I just say how happy I am that other people wanted the coloring books too? BTW I already started coloring... LOVE!!!! But my mom didn't get me the good colored pencils, so I'll need to spring for those.

My dad got me one of the Crayola sets. It has two sets of colored pencils. They might be crap. I'll have to ask my artsy friend if they are good or what I should buy.

I got a (I think) craft store set with my books. I'll be hitting the art supplies store in town to get me a nice set of Prismacolors soon! That's what I used in school and they're pretty good. Also, this box has the perforation to fold it into a stand but I can't for the life of me figure out how to do it.. there's no internal sheath for the pencils so I don't think I can use the stand part, you have to pull them out the bottom to fold the box in half and use it that way, and I can't pull the pencils out the bottom since there's nothing to pull them all out in. Bummer. (I explained that really poorly.)

I doubt any pencils are truly crap, especially for a non-art student like me, but some are definitely better quality than others. The ones I got aren't bad... but I loved my Prismacolor sets when I was in school. We have a rad art supplies wholesale store near us so I'll take any excuse to go in there!

I need to get that curse words coloring book I've seen circulating on facebook

[obelisk]

PJ bottoms.  Homemade Christmas card from my son.  All is beautiful in the new year.

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Dec 28, 2015 20:59:35 GMT -5 obelisk said:

PJ bottoms.  Homemade Christmas card from my son.  All is beautiful in the new year.

Why just the bottoms?

[Phoenix84]

HDMI cable, USB drive, physics book, shaving kit, two pairs of pants for work, a couple of audio books, a couple of restaraunt gift cards.

[Phoenix84]

Dec 26, 2015 16:58:49 GMT -5 @sroo4 said:

Nice haul!  

In addition to th OMG gift ^TM from the neighbors, I got a teapot, a ladle/strainer spoon and spoon rest and an Xbox.  I think the Xbox was MrSroo Panic shopping. I would have been happy with the teapot

Kind of a funny story. When I was a kid, I tried to buy my mom a mop for Christmas. Needless to say, it didn't go over well.

I learned early on you never buy a woman any cleaning or cooking stuff unless she specifically asks for it.

[zibazinski]

Even then best to buy something pretty to go along with it.