Well, it’s that time of year where I mention that dirty word...Christmas🎅🏻 It is 5 minus from today, do you have a plan?
Today I picked up this nice reusable bag at Sobeys for about the same price as a gift bag from the Dollarama. My mom loves plants and I will use it for her gifts and then she can reuse it when she shops. I plan to pick up one or two a month with my grocery shopping.
I have a bin that I use just for adult gifts. When I see things cheap ( and I start on Boxing Day) that I think would be a good gift for an adult I throw it in this bin. I keep the bin in the same place all year so I know where to look for fast hostess gifts, birthday and Christmas presents.
I have hidden way up high, gifts for my children. As I see things they will like I pick it up and put it in their bin. Each child has a bin and a bag that is for their Christmas stocking. I check it every few months to see how much I’ve bought. I take notes on what is in each bag for them. My mom and husband also have a bag up there. Morgan, don’t peek after reading this!
I also have an envelope for my budget that is for Christmas. Determine how much you want to spend. A year on decorations, gifts, food and wrapping paper and cards. Divide it by 12 and start tucking money away. I absolutely love Christmas and it doesn’t cause me stress. I attribute it to my planning.
Comment on our Facebook page how you prepare and save for Christmas we can all learn from each other
It pays to be frugal.
