Christmas is upon us once again and everyone is busy partying and shopping for presents
. But given the status of the economy and the financial crises consumers are experiencing, shopping budgets for gifts are getting tighter and tighter these days. If your budget is tight and you need some help in tightening your belt, don't fret. Let me share to you some tips on how you can save on your holiday gift shopping.
1. Consider shopping online. Shopping online could save you money because you won't be easily distracted with the other offerings unlike when you're in the mall. It could also help you avoid having unnecessary expenses which adds up to your savings. Online shopping is also a very convenient way of shopping because you don't have to leave your house. You could shop right at the comforts of your own home with just a few clicks of a button!
2. Consider giving homemade treats. If you're good at baking or cooking then why not give your loved ones something delicious? You could give them Christmas pastries such as fruitcakes, cookies, food for the gods, gingerbreads, tarts and pies.
3. Consider giving crafty gifts. If you're good at making arts and crafts then you could give out crafts that you made yourself. If your budget is really really tight, then you could just give out Christmas cards and favor coupons to your loved ones.
4. Try to minimize the number of people that you'll give gifts to. I'm sure people would understand especially if they know that you're a little tight these days. Spending the holidays with the people you love is incomparable to any material gift that you could give.