As a full-time student who doesn’t work, the upcoming holiday season is more than just a little stressful. I take Christmas gifts very seriously and look forward to buying them for my loved ones every year, as I'm sure most of you do. I’ve compiled a short list of ways that help me through the holiday season and I hope can help you too.
Budget:
-Begin saving early in the year, putting aside a little amount each week or month. By the end of the year, you’ve compiled a reasonable amount by just cutting back a little. Christmas Club funds are an easy way to do this.
-Think of a set amount of what you want to spend in total, and then on each individual person.
Gift Hacks:
-Give a gift to a couple that they both can enjoy together instead of buying separate gifts for each of them.
-Go Black Friday shopping for great deals on popular items, and if you don’t like going out on Black Friday, many places have the same deals online.
-Check the clearance racks – but make sure the items are just on sale, NOT damaged or out of date.
-Shop places like Etsy.com for unique, handmade items.
-OR if you’re crafty, hand-make something yourself! (Quilts, soaps, wooden items, candles, scarves, etc.)
-Buy a cheap stocking and stuff it with candy and small items, a very cute gift and probably cheaper than one big item.
I hope this made your shopping this year a little easier!
