Oooh thanks for the comment about the DLH - I knew it would be christmassy but had in my mind that SL would be moreso due to woodland theming etc. I loved the gingerbread house last year and really hope it returns. Also loved the Duffy decorated tree but I know some hated it, and with Duffy being shelved slightly, I doubt it will return.
I keep reading that the 20th decs will be better than ever - but they often say that don't they - can't read too much into their hype
Leanne - try Vertbaudet for snowsuit - I know I got one years ago for DD2 which had zip off feet. Because they are french, their sizing is small so Elsie might be in a slightly bigger size meaning it might have removable feet? Worth a try.... Or, have you looked at JoJoMamanBebe's polartec fleeces - they are amazing - although not padded, they are really, really warm and have cuffs and feet you can fold back. DD2 had 3 of them, each year a new size as I loved them so much.
Mum to Belle - sorry, what do you mean write your letter afterwards? Do you have to do it on special paper after seeing Santa? I was hoping to take my girls already written - is that not allowed? Having said that, I've read so many people say they got letters after Christmas - if this is the case is it worth doing? What does it say if it comes after Christmas?