We have decided that this Christmas our budget for presents is $100.00. Not per person but as a total budget. Earlier I mentioned that I cut up all my credit cards, so our budget was already smaller, then I thought about the 3 r's. Well guess what I have tubs and tubs of material, a sewing machine that needs to get used, elastic,ribbon bobbles etc.... I am sure I can make my presents this year with stuff I already have! Same with Jim, he has a trailer full of tools, a shed full of scrap wood and enough paint to restock home depot.(o.k. the paint is mine, but I will let him use it.) There is no need for us to go spend hundreds of dollars on presents that the kids won't appreciate anyway. Last year we went stupid on buying the kids presents, we spent thousands. Guess what there favorite present was, a scarf that my Mum knitted and matching gloves!
Oh happy day...
6 years ago
2 comments:
I love that idea! I need to get cracking and make some more things... I have ornaments to make and I still have card packs to put together!
Good for you Amber! That's a fantastic idea. Just think of how practical that is though, saving so much money. We've started a tradition a few years ago that we have to make each other every year, and to me that's always my favorite! Your kids will definitely appreciate their gifts more because they were made with lots of love:)
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