“I do mine throughout the year. That way I make sure I get it all done and I don't have to spend all the money at once.”

— Russell Bryan, floor technician, Lawrence

“Usually after Thanksgiving. I'm going to do a lot of shopping tomorrow. I try to get it done well before Christmas.”

— Jason Boney, dairy manager, Lawrence

“I pretty much buy all of mine at the very last minute.”

— Raha Greenham, Kansas University junior, Baldwin

“As soon as I know what they want. I've got two out of seven so far.”

— Kerry Morrell, registered nurse, Lawrence