The Annual TPL Secret Santa Sign Up Thread- Sign Up Closed
thebadgerpiper
Master
Halloween has come and gone, and while we're still a few weeks away from Thanksgiving, I thought it would be a good idea to go ahead and kick off the Annual Secret Santa event.
For those unfamiliar with the Secret Santa event, every year around Christmas, those who participate in the event are sent a name of another participating member through Elfster. Using that member's elfster wishlist as a guide, we mail out a surprise gift (or gifts) to our chosen recipient. Usually this is pipe tobacco or pipe related gifts, though it doesn't have to be limited to that. However, I recommend sticking to a person's wishlist, just to make sure there's no hard feelings.
I'm using this thread to first gauge interest in doing another Secret Santa. Once we get five more people to sign up, I'll set up the Elfster event for the forum. If you sign up, be sure to also sign up on Elfster, or it won't count. And if you do sign up, please keep an eye on this thread and all announcements, just so you stay up to date.
Once the Elfster event has been set up and you sign up, please add items to your wishlist (or update it if you have one going from last year). I'm keeping the spending limit again at $30, but you're free to go above that if you're feeling generous (just remember everyone is going in at $30).
Once we reach Monday, December 16th, sign ups will be closed, and names will be sent to everyone. This should allow everyone enough time to make their purchases and send their gifts in time for Christmas. If your gift doesn't make it out by Christmas, it's not a big deal, but try to make sure it arrives around then.
I'm starting the sign up with my name. The event isn't limited to six people, and I'd be happy to see a large number of participants; however, if things are tough for you and you can't participate, don't feel bad. There's no obligation to join, as this is just for fun.
1. TheBadgerPiper
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Feel free to post any thoughts, concerns, or ideas for the Secret Santa here, or DM me if you wish.
For those unfamiliar with the Secret Santa event, every year around Christmas, those who participate in the event are sent a name of another participating member through Elfster. Using that member's elfster wishlist as a guide, we mail out a surprise gift (or gifts) to our chosen recipient. Usually this is pipe tobacco or pipe related gifts, though it doesn't have to be limited to that. However, I recommend sticking to a person's wishlist, just to make sure there's no hard feelings.
I'm using this thread to first gauge interest in doing another Secret Santa. Once we get five more people to sign up, I'll set up the Elfster event for the forum. If you sign up, be sure to also sign up on Elfster, or it won't count. And if you do sign up, please keep an eye on this thread and all announcements, just so you stay up to date.
Once the Elfster event has been set up and you sign up, please add items to your wishlist (or update it if you have one going from last year). I'm keeping the spending limit again at $30, but you're free to go above that if you're feeling generous (just remember everyone is going in at $30).
Once we reach Monday, December 16th, sign ups will be closed, and names will be sent to everyone. This should allow everyone enough time to make their purchases and send their gifts in time for Christmas. If your gift doesn't make it out by Christmas, it's not a big deal, but try to make sure it arrives around then.
I'm starting the sign up with my name. The event isn't limited to six people, and I'd be happy to see a large number of participants; however, if things are tough for you and you can't participate, don't feel bad. There's no obligation to join, as this is just for fun.
1. TheBadgerPiper
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Feel free to post any thoughts, concerns, or ideas for the Secret Santa here, or DM me if you wish.
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URL OR ADDRESS FOR THIS “ELFSTER” PLEASE?
I've decided to just go ahead and include the sign up link. If you wish to sign up, be sure to click the link and join! Hope this helps @motie2 !
The 4th Annual TPL Gift Exchange
Go to the "Add to Wish List" selection in the menu
On the Wish List page, click the "+More Options" button next to the search bar
In a different tab, go to your favorite online tobacco retailer and click on your chosen item.
Copy and paste the URL into the "Add Item From Any Store" bar
Click Add
time after a whirlwind year to visit the site and do some reading again. Count me in for this year. Last year was a blast and I really enjoyed it. Can’t wait to have some fun with this.
Signed up!!!
Still grateful for the kindness a few of you showed me last Christmas when I wasn't healthy enough to participate.... Thank you.
Remember, if you want in, you have to sign up at the link below!
The 4th Annual TPL Gift Exchange
Good question @motie2 . My approach with my wish list is putting down blends I don't own, but would like to try. Most of my tobacco purchases is restocking favorites, so I use this as a time to find new blends to enjoy. It's worked out for me so far, with blends like C&D's Crooner. Others might have different opinions, but that's how I approach it.
Just found you on elfster.
Now looking for @jfreedy there
Remember folks, you too can join in on the fun. We still have a few weeks open before sign ups close. You won't want to miss this. The more, the merrier!
The 4th Annual TPL Gift Exchange
The 4th Annual TPL Gift Exchange
It appears that the Elfster website is easier to use than the Elfster app.
Just asking.
Of course, I also realize the Dec. 16th date gives members who don't frequent the site daily an opportunity to participate.