Too Soon For Christmas?
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Just seen on gmb there's stuff in shops for Xmas. Is it too soon? Personally yes. I'm up for Xmas shopping but not wanting to get it to be all Xmas Dec's in August
I do not buy anything for Christmas anyone. Instead I spend the money on a holiday for myself in the run up to Christmas so I miss it all. Works for me.
Jerseydrew Have been doing this for a few years now as all my children are adults now. It took them a while to understand no presents either way.
Really?! Already?!! Lmao that’s too soon indeed!! Haha I’d say get them in the shops end of October! I do know that Hobbycraft stocks xmas items as soon as it’s September!! Lol I go there to use my £5 birthday voucher and sometimes get some decorations
kitty88uk I buy stuff all year but don't want the food or Dec's in supermarkets til October
Jerseydrew yes me too I do the same I buy whenever I see items on sales throughout the year and buy them as gifts for birthdays or for Xmas helps to save a lot of money!!
Yes it's too early but then again my friend started buying in January I will start from next month to get what I need
Leannexxx buying items you see early is one thing but supermarkets selling mince pies in August is mad
Shops always do this. Their seasons are way in advance for their products. As far as I’m concerned it’s still summer and I’m looking for the reduced clearance stuff for the rest of it. I don’t buy Autumn stuff and Christmas can wait. I don’t like to tempt fate by buying gifts when say someone’s health might be in question.
It drives me mad it's so commercial. So many people have totally lost the reason for Christmas!
Won't be long before holidays for next summer are advertised and as soon as Christmas is over the Easter Eggs will appear.
Asda are selling Christmas chocolates, and I nipped into Sainsbury's this morning and they are selling Christmas chocolates ect... too
I was out shopping with my grandchildren yesterday and my 7yr old grandson was so excited to see Christmas items being put on the shelf. It’s far too early I think and takes away some of the excitement.
I rarely buy Christmas presents before December. In fact I’m more of a last minute shopper other than food, non perishable bits.
I am a get ahead fan of Christmas in the shops early but I don't have children to explain the big big gap until the big day luckily.
Auntielettie see that's another issue with small kids making them wait months is hard. Bad enough between mid October onwards but now to December is hell
It doesn't bother me. I buy for Christmas all year round, as do a lot of people. Some people might be able to afford to buy Christmas items in August but not in December so if it helps people afford Christmas then I don't have a problem with it.
I definitely don't want to think about Christmas yet. If I did see a great deal maybe but I still have two birthdays this year
I buy throughout the year. Just stocking fillers but it makes a big difference in spreading the cost
Im happy with stuff being here early because I am the type that buys all year round so really doesnt bother me. I only get upset when they skip halloween stuff because thats my absolute favourite holiday!
I start buying in the january sales then throughout the sales during the year,it cost's half the price then and there's no rushing around come december and not having to find lots of money
Its never too soon. If I spot a bargain of something I intend to buy for Christmas then I am happy to buy it now. Those that dont like to see Christmas things in the shops yet - can always just ignore them
Yep the Christmas cards started to come out in the card shops and noticed the Christmas chocolates in Sainsbury yesterday.
I buy bits & pieces for the kids through the year, especially when they are reduced. But decs & things in the shops are WAY TOO soon, let's get Halloween done first at least
I'm loving the bring it on its great as even though it's to early for me personally it's lovely to see the cheerfulness of others it kinda spreads joy
I buy Christmas presents throughout the year when on sale, If you have a space to put Christmas presents or decor away then why delay it, you snooze you loose.
I don't really do anything for Christmas anymore. To me, it's a seasonal/religious holiday (I'm not religious), heavily marketed by retailers to get you to spend . As I get older, I'm gradually stopping everything related to it except family time
I suppose with the way the weather has been people may think it’s winter already, but i agree it’s way too soon for Christmas stuff!
I saw chocolate coins and Santas in Asda in those netting bags, surely they would be out of date by then.. probably last years stock..
Every year same conversation. When do I start planning for Christmas basically on Boxing day.
If you plan your Christmas all year round then 1 of the best parts will be you'll never be skint in January.
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