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Kara says
I usually start my holiday shopping right after thanksgiving.
Kara says
I want books or clothes for christmas 😀
Kim Bowler says
the day after Christmas
Heather Wone says
I started a couple months ago!
Heather Wone says
I would love some new clothes, thats always on my chistmas list lol!
Mary Happymommy says
I start shopping in November.
Mary Happymommy says
So far my wish list just has some XBox and Wii games for my sons and a Baby Buttercup horse for my daughter.
Jessie C. says
I usually started around November
Jessie C. says
I have tablets and Keurig on wishlist.
livivua chandler says
in october or all thru year mostly and in have jewelry on my wish list
Kristi says
I picked up a couple gifts the day after Christmas last year.
Jessica Meadows says
I try to buy things all year long that I can use for birthdays, Christmas, etc.
Jessica Meadows says
My Christmas wish list…just to have enough money to give my kids a good Christmas. It’s been a rough year & I haven’t been able to buy very much yet.
Nikki Elkins says
Usually start the middle of November
RANDY FULGHAM says
i wait till day after thanksgivng…
RANDY FULGHAM says
I WANT A NEW GRL FRIEND–MY MOVED TO OKLAHOMA AND I DONT SEE HER ENOUGH
Melanie Parker Heywood says
I actually shop throughout the year, buying things here or there along the way so I don’t get slammed at holiday time. But “officially” I try to start the lists and shopping in early November…
kevin says
as soon as i win this gift card!
Dawn Sterner says
black friday!
Dawn Sterner says
I really want a Keurig! 🙂
Lisa Brown says
I start after Thanksgiving
Lisa Brown says
I have an iPhone on my wish list
melissa t says
Black friday
melissa t says
Good health and peace for all
Marti Parks says
I try to start shopping around the middle of August.
Marti Parks says
I want a Keurig for Christmas.
Julia says
As soon is Christmas is over I start for the next year
Stephanie Phelps says
I do not start until December because that’s usually when I may have money to do it with!
courtney hennagir says
i look for great deals and cool finds all year long usually but just started buying a few weeks ago.
courtney hennagir says
on my list is a cool locket from origami owl!
Stephanie Phelps says
On mine I would love to have the Kitchen Aid mixer! 🙂
Chelsea says
Mid October is when I start Christmas shopping
Chelsea says
I have new boots on my Christmas Wish List
Carole Ingram says
We just moved into our new home so, I now have PLENTY of space to store stuff… my Christmas shopping is a “year long” thing 🙂 i find a super good deal, I get it ! 🙂
Carole Ingram says
On my personal wish list… a pair of leather boots!!
Melanie H. says
I started shopping a couple of months ago
Cindyn says
In December.
Melanie H. says
A new laptop is on my list
Cindyn says
On my wishlist is a job.
sheena eaton says
I start here and there. Any time during the year if I find a steal and just can’t beat the price or it is practically free, I will get it and then find someone to give it to when the holiday comes! I am always looking, lol!
sheena eaton says
I would love to receive a winter Jacket. I nice leather one or a pea coat. That is on my wishlist, or a coach pocketbook. That would be lovely, but I am not holding my breathe for either of them, lol!
Crystal Young says
November
Mary Gallardo says
I usually start late September to early October
Mary Gallardo says
I don’t usually want anything for Christmas, except for my children and family to be happy.
Jessica says
September/October
Jessica Hahn says
I almost done with Christmas shopping…I started at the end of August 🙂
Jessica says
I would love a hope chest this year!
Kelly C says
I start my shopping in August. If I see a good deal or something someone would like, I pick it up.
Andrew says
When ever I see a bargain I can’t pass up! 🙂
Andrew says
New pots and pans! I know it sounds silly and practical… but I really want a super nice anodized or stainless set this year! 🙂
Kelly C says
I want a Kuerig coffee maker for Christmas!
Stephanie Mago-Eagle says
I start right after Christmas.I am a bargain shopper so If I see things on sale I try to get them while they are at a low price
Jessica Hahn says
The same thing that’s on my list every year…just for my kids to come away from Christmas knowing the real meaning and feeling Blessed.
mell says
I start Christmas shopping in October
mell says
A Nikon D3100 camera is on my list.
Mary AJ says
We usually don’t do holiday gifts unless they are homemade. I am already trying to make my list and get started. 🙂
Heather Smith says
I usually tend to wait until last minute to shop for the holidays. I really should start doing it earlier!
Heather Smith says
I really want a pandora bracelet for xmas this year!!!!
Rochel S says
Im constantly looking for good deals and sales. So really almost all year round 🙂
Rochel S says
I want an Ipad
Haley Prather (Kasprzyk) says
november 1st! we have many people to buy for!
Haley Prather (Kasprzyk) says
new clothes and home decor!
colleen boudreau says
after thanksgiving.
colleen boudreau says
A digital camera.
soha molina says
Black Friday
soha molina says
I want Bobbi Brown Makeup
rachel bedrock says
around the end of nov
rachel bedrock says
i really dont need anything i just hope to be able to get some things for my two yr old daughter
kimberly velkovski says
i’ve already started here and there, i have four kids so it’s hard to do it all in December
kimberly velkovski says
i don’t really expect anything, i probably want some pj’s – i’m happy as long as the kids are!
craig w says
I actually start shopping a week b4 Christmas.
Amy Orvin says
Usually I start shopping in the summer, but this year I am waiting until November.
Amy Orvin says
I want a new rocking chair and pair of shoes
Melinda Dunne says
I usually start in Aug and am done by Halloween but that isn’t happening this year. I haven’t even started…sigh.
Angela Owens says
The week before !!
Angela Owens says
To have a good Christmas this year !! That is all !!
kjasus says
i start shopping a week or two before christmas
kjasus says
a new couch is on my list
mona zavala says
When there are sales in the stores! 🙂
Dorothy Walters says
When and if I have money
Dorothy Walters says
A job that I can do
Margot S. says
I usually start shopping for Christmas gifts around mid-November.
Tabathia B says
I usually start at the end of september
Tabathia B says
On my wish list is either a desktop computer or a laptop (because the one I have is pretty much done)
Alaine says
October!
Jennifer says
I start in November
Carly says
I start shopping in December.
Carly says
New bedding is on my shopping list.
Peej Peejison says
I actually shop all year long – so I don’t start at any specific time.
Darby Brazoski says
I need to…lol!
sherry warlick says
I usually start thanksgiving day! Don’t ever have the money before then!
sherry warlick says
I have a kindle on my wish list>
Constance says
I start in October because I don’t like crowds!
Mary Lingwall says
I don’t usually start ’til the middle of December, but I always intend to get started earlier. Maybe this is the year!! LOL
Aggy Texeirs says
I’m really bad at the lady minute thing! But I do a Lott of Holiday “brainstorming” for gifts lol
Mary Lingwall says
On my Christmas wish list, hmmm… it’s hard to think about yourself when you’re a mom. Definitely need a new computer, ha!
malia says
oh that’s so true, I’ll have to agree with you! As a mom, I’m always thinking about my daughters rather than myself…we do deserve a special treat sometimes though 🙂
Aggy Texeirs says
My wishlist is far too long to name everything. But I’d like to receive some kitchen supplies
angela calavicci says
september or october
illy says
christmas shopping right after christmas!
illy says
my Christmas wish list, ipad or iphone :))
Elis B. says
I start shopping on black friday.
Angel Poling says
I shop here and there for different things, by the time december comes, its my little mans birthday, and christmas so I have something for both to give him.
Jennifer Rote says
In December.
amber carroll says
well i try to start august but this year im broke so it probably wont be till nov
Kelly Lloyd says
I already have! 🙂
Kelly Lloyd says
A Keurig!!
Shannon Goldschmidt says
I start shopping as early in the year as possible so that I make sure I can afford to buy for everyone and I do not forget anyone.
Shannon Goldschmidt says
An Ipad and new clothes are on my Christmas Wish List.
Amanda k says
I usually start my shopping at the Black Friday sales!
Jennifer Rote says
Sexy boots are on my wishlist.
Aisha Holley says
Black Friday
Aisha Holley says
A kindle fire
Alicia Gonzalez says
Any time I come across a good deal… Usually I start in spring
Laura Jacobson says
I start usually about July!
Laura Jacobson says
I would love a camera!
ellen says
black friday
Kristen says
early november
Tiffany Banks says
I start shopping in September
Tiffany Banks says
A 50mm Nikon Lens is on my wish list!
Christopher Wetmore says
Late afternoon, Dec. 24.
Christopher Wetmore says
New computer.
Holly B says
I start after Thanksgiving.
chris z says
i start after thanksgiving
Kim Kihega says
I shop throughout the year!
June L says
Last minute shopper here. Need to change that.
June L says
A Nintendo 3DX
Kate F. says
I usually start sometime in November.
Kate F. says
An iPad is on my Christmas list.
Kathleen Manthey says
I’m usually up on it by now, but this year has been filled with sad changes and the holidays really do seem to be sneaking up on me…
Kathleen Manthey says
I’d really like a Kindle Fire. I have the original Kindle and when I read in bed at night the noise of the buttons disturbs my husband’s sleep.
jenny at dapperhouse says
August 🙂
Ttrockwood says
I start shopping end of october….
Ttrockwood says
My wish list includes money for my trip to italy in january!
jessica edwards says
right after thanksgiving
tracy simms says
I shop all year long..the major stuff I wait until thanksgiving..thanks
Kathy says
All year long!!
bianca roman says
I do it all year round!!
bianca roman says
an iPad3!!!! or a Michael Kors purse!
Kim Henrichs says
Usually right around this time.
Kim Henrichs says
My Christmas list is $$$ for vacation
tabitha a pittz says
I just received some things in the mail today to put away for christmas gifts!
Jacqueline Ellis says
Black Friday and Cyber Monday. TY
Kassie Jo Lauhoff says
Already starting! =]
Kassie Jo Lauhoff says
On my wish list is a ipad or kindle fire
Giveaway Gal says
I start in September or October
Elena says
I start november, 1
Elena says
iPad is on my wishist
Amy says
I’ve already started Christmas shopping!
Amy says
On my wish list is a 40″ LCD TV
Christie says
I’ve already started
Stephanie Brown Eversole says
I start my Christmas shopping whenever I have the cash!
Crystal Young says
I start shopping in November.
Kahoku says
I start my holiday shopping around November or earlier if I find good things…
Kahoku says
A new laptop…
Crystal Young says
On my wish list is bath and body works,dvd,clothes
Priscilla Benavides says
Black Friday!
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Priscilla Benavides says
I would like a target gift card!
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JAYME says
ALL YEAR, WHEN I SEE GOOD BUYS!
KINDLE FIRE ON MY LIST!!
Amber Miller says
After Thanksgiving!
Amber Miller says
I don’t know what I want for Christmas. I have my family.. and my friends. Which is the most important.
Longpig says
Start of December!
Longpig says
An iPad would be great~
Gail Williams says
i do not shop for holidays. I shop all year round for bargains.
Gail Williams says
I would love for someone to give me gift cards.
Amanda L. Pennington says
Whenever I have a little extra money to spend and find a great deal!
Amanda L. Pennington says
The only thing I can think of I would want for Christmas is a new purse.
Rachel says
Usually on Black Friday. I’ve started early this year though
Rachel says
A pair of Tom’s Shoes
Danielle porter says
Normally end of october, beginning of November!
Gidget says
Depends on how much money I have to spend 🙂
Tressan says
I’ve already started to purchase things as I find them.
natasha says
January 1st – I pick up things throughout the year.
Jennifer says
I start whenever I find a good deal.
Kelsi says
I shop for gifts throughout the year.
Jennifer says
Whenever I see a good deal.
Jennifer says
I need a new purse. lol
Anna Johnson says
Im a single mom of 3 on a tight budget so start all year little by little collecting great deals and putting them up for the kids
Anna Johnson says
Personally on my list is a new tablet PC , but I only shop for the kids so their wishlists include, a new princess bed, Nintendo DS, and toys for the baby
richelle bowers says
black friday
richelle bowers says
money lol
Lyn Kelley says
We usually start after March. Look for all the good deals!
Lyn Kelley says
Seeing my family for Christmas. And something special for my kids and husband.
Tiffany Hoyt says
I start at Black Friday.
Cindy Kostaneski says
Already started, like to start in September.
amber says
i start my shopping when i actually have money
amber says
one thing on my christmas list is peace of mind
Shirley says
I’m trying to get my shopping done now . Little pink trycicles and sketcher boots for my grandaughters.
Amy says
I start in December.
Amy Osborne says
A serger!
Kate B says
I shop all year long, just on the lookout for special things
caitlin chapman says
i shop all year long for gifts
caitlin chapman says
i want one of those hand stamped silver bracelets
Kristy Wehry says
I do my shopping after Thanksgiving
Kristy Wehry says
An e-reader is the only thing on my personal wish list 🙂
Jody Cowan says
I already have.
Julia says
A new toaster oven is on my list!
Beth says
Already finished!
Billie says
I started thinking about the holidays months ago, but I’m still holding out on starting the actual shopping.
megan ward says
Right after Christmas! I’ve got almost everyone’s presents made or bought!
megan ward says
A laptop. Mine died on me :/
Kahoku says
I always get great deals at Target, like a bathing suit or cute top for only $2…
malia says
I LOVE Target!!
megan ward says
The best deal I’ve gotten would have to be at Joanns. Their Red Tag section is the bomb! Plus when they have 50% off that, with a 20% off total purchase I was able to get weather-proof fabric for about $1 a yard! It should have been about $15/yd!
malia says
That IS a great deal!
Jenee says
In the Summer time! Seriously, as early as I can .
Carol Scheive says
Day after Thanksgiving
Jenee says
Best deal was free clothes, plus they owed me a quarter. At Target, with the mobile coupons. Score.
Jonita Taylor says
I Christmas shop all year long.
christine porter says
I start shopping in december when i have the cash to shop with..thank you
christine porter says
the best deal i ever got shopping was a coach wallet for 9.99..thanks
malia says
WOW! That’s a really good deal for Coach!
Carol Scheive says
I am getting what i want for Christmas.My son will be home on leave.I haven’t see him in over a year 🙂
Carol Scheive says
A few years ago we were able to get my mom a computer pretty cheap from Best Buy Black Friday sale 🙂
liz l says
On Black Friday!
krystal rivera says
I usually start my holiday shopping right after thanksgiving. =)
Amy says
One of the best deals I got was a brand new maternity jacket for $2.50.
meme says
usually in mid Oct. this year I have no idea when I will be able too
Melinda says
I start shopping mid November!
Becky says
I usually start on Black Friday. But I’m ahead this year, I’ve got a few done already!
Melinda says
The best deal I ever got was a pair of jeans for less than $5!
Becky says
My best deal was three pairs of shoes for $15 total. Boston Store clearance room, with an extra 80% off!
Amber Miller says
I got a leather jacket from Levi’s that is worth 600-700 dollars, for only 200. that was a good deal!
krystal rivera says
a tablet!!!
Mim says
Right after Halloween.