12 Days of Christmas Challenge - Day 4

Tips/Tricks to a Budget Friendly Holiday

We all know how stressful the holiday season can be..

That's why I love this topic! Why? Because we all need a little help. We all need suggestions to relieve that unwanted stress. --I'm looking froward to read all of your posts

Here are some of my tips/tricks to keep this holiday a budget friendly one:

• Make a list of family & friends you will be giving gifts too -- It makes it easier to cross names! Organization is key!
• Try to send Christmas cards to a majority of the people on your list. It's a inexpensive, memorable gift! -- Who doesn't like pictures?
• Set a budget for gifts!!! And follow it!
• DIY gifts! This year we will be buying mason jars and filling them with hot cocoa mix, cookie mix, and 16 bean soup mix! We will add a nice ribbon with a recipe tag!
• Buy wrapping paper from Costco/BJS! It comes in bulk and it will last you years to come!
• DIY Christmas decorations! Head to your local Michaels, and shop around for diy decorations, ornaments, ect..
• Take advantage of online sales! Cyber Monday is November 29th and many online retailer will be offering great deals + free shipping!

Lastly, make it fun! We sometimes forget the reason for the season!