Welcome to the rules to Secret Santa 2010. Even though I'm new to running it, it'll basically be the same as it's always been. If you've never participated before (or have forgotten), please read all the rules before signing up. You are held accountable for all the rules if you choose to participate. For convenience, I've bolded all the important info.
Here's how things work:
Only members with 5 or more positive transactions in the Feedback Forum will be allowed to participate.
If that's you, please email minimates@netzero.net with the following info (with Secret Santa Info as the subject).
Minimate Multiverse forum name:
E-mail address:
Name and address for packages to be shipped to:
Special shipping instructions (if any):
Are you willing to be a backup Santa:
Are you willing to be a backup Santa:
Are you willing to ship outside of your country (if necessary):
Anyone you DON'T want to be assigned to for whatever reason (this will be kept confidential):
Items you're interested in receiving:
Any additional info Santa should know:
Anyone you DON'T want to be assigned to for whatever reason (this will be kept confidential):
Items you're interested in receiving:
Any additional info Santa should know:
This info must be submitted no later than 11/25/2010 to participate.
Please list reasonable items you'd like to receive.
You can send me a list of items you'd like or can list the kind of items you're interested in/not interested in (i.e., 'I'd like any kind of Smurf items, except for the line of Smurfette lingerie since I already have it all'). You also should say if you prefer loose items or mint only. Try to leave a little vagueness to your lists so your Santa isn't as limited. Also, remember there is a minimum so don't only list items that are more than that.
You can send me a list of items you'd like or can list the kind of items you're interested in/not interested in (i.e., 'I'd like any kind of Smurf items, except for the line of Smurfette lingerie since I already have it all'). You also should say if you prefer loose items or mint only. Try to leave a little vagueness to your lists so your Santa isn't as limited. Also, remember there is a minimum so don't only list items that are more than that.
If you participate, look for an e-mail from me on November 25th.
Once I have all information from everyone, I'll send it out on the night of November 25th (Thanksgiving). You'll be responsible for the name you receive (no trading allowed). And, just so you know, I will not be participating this year so that no one will think I'm 'cherry picking' the best member to receive from.
Packages should be sent no later than the December 15th.
This will give about 20 days to shop and about 10 days for packages to arrive. The goal is for members to have a gift by Christmas and not too late to be enjoyed this season (remember, it's Secret Santa, not Enigmatic Easter Bunny). However, the sooner you can send the better so that your recipient isn't worrying if they've been shafted.
Once you've got your package, please post in this thread with your guess of who sent it.
Packages should be sent no later than the December 15th.
This will give about 20 days to shop and about 10 days for packages to arrive. The goal is for members to have a gift by Christmas and not too late to be enjoyed this season (remember, it's Secret Santa, not Enigmatic Easter Bunny). However, the sooner you can send the better so that your recipient isn't worrying if they've been shafted.
Once you've got your package, please post in this thread with your guess of who sent it.
By posting here, it'll be easier to keep track of who has received their packages. And for those who can't guess their Santa correctly, I'll reveal all on New Year's Day.
If you can't send anything, e-mail me as soon as possible.
By signing up, you are expected to send something. If you feel you can't do this, please don't sign up. However, if something happens after you've signed up, please contact me as soon as you know that you won't be able to send a gift. We all understand that circumstances arise that change things, but just remember that communication is a powerful tool. By choosing to organize this, I am guaranteeing that every participant will receive something (even if it means I'm sending it) so please try to be respectful of everyone else. For anyone that chooses to not send something and doesn't work it out beforehand, you'll be banned from next year's Secret Santa, you'll receive appropriate feedback in the Feedback Forum and I'll personally send you a lump of coal next year as a reminder of how bad you were (and remember, you're giving me your address).
If you can't send anything, e-mail me as soon as possible.
By signing up, you are expected to send something. If you feel you can't do this, please don't sign up. However, if something happens after you've signed up, please contact me as soon as you know that you won't be able to send a gift. We all understand that circumstances arise that change things, but just remember that communication is a powerful tool. By choosing to organize this, I am guaranteeing that every participant will receive something (even if it means I'm sending it) so please try to be respectful of everyone else. For anyone that chooses to not send something and doesn't work it out beforehand, you'll be banned from next year's Secret Santa, you'll receive appropriate feedback in the Feedback Forum and I'll personally send you a lump of coal next year as a reminder of how bad you were (and remember, you're giving me your address).
The minimum amount to spend is $10 (US).
There is a minimum, but no maximum. If you want to shower someone with gifts, that's awesome, but just make sure you're prepared to possibly receive a gift from someone who can only afford $10. Along these lines, if you choose to send a custom made gift, please try to send something worth at least the minimum. A homemade picture of a Minimate made out of macaroni might be heartfelt, but not worth $10. And however much you spend, please be considerate and not send anything that could be deemed offensive.
If you have any questions, feel free to post them here or pm me if you need to.
Edited by groundhog7s, 19 January 2011 - 09:30 AM.
