Giving gifts does not have to be always budget tight. As the old saying goes, “It is the thought that counts”.
This goes to show that people can start cutting back on gifts that would cost them hundreds of pesos. It is best to opt for things that may not be that expensive but would definitely bring joy and amusement to the one who will receive the gift.
So, if you want to give gifts but with a tight budget, don’t worry because there are many ways to cut back on the prices but still be able to give gifts that will be well appreciated.
Start a Gift Closet
If you have not done this before, try to do it now. Shop for gifts the whole year-round. This would mean less hassle and less expense, a definite money-saver.
The point here is that if you do not plan in advance, you will end up spending more.
You could try buying gifts at bazaars, special sales, and out-of-town trips, which you can deposit in your gift closet. In this way, you can buy the items at a much lower price than it would be sold for during the holidays.
However, to make sure that you do not give the same gift twice, you should make an inventory of all your gifts. This will also allow you to keep tabs on what you have in your gift stock.
Alternatively, apart from stockpiling gifts, collect wrapping paper, ribbons, and other accents as well. A gift is better appreciated when it is beautifully wrapped.
Be Creative
Nothing could be more amusing than a gift that was specially made by the person who gave the gift. Personalizing you gifts is far better than commercially made items. In this way, you do not only create a smile to the one who will receive the gift but would also cut back a large amount from your expenses.
Organizing Tip
One of the best ways of saving money on gifts is to be organized with the process. That is, before going to the store to shop for the gifts, always bring with you a shopping list. It should be stated there the names of the person to whom you will give the gift and the budget for each person.
The bottom line is that gifts should not be expensive. What matters most is that you have thought of the person on that very special day and that’s enough to make them feel they are special to you.
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