It's Almost Christmas and i still don't have enough money or gifts!

Are you fretting because it is almost Christmas and you still don't have enough budget to finish your Christmas shopping?

You do not have to spend so much on Christmas gifts. Here are some home-made gift ideas that you can use. You can even make this the perfect bonding time for your family!

1. Home-made Baked Goodies such as Cookies, Brownies or Muffins

Get to the kitchen and start creating simple baked goods such as cookies, brownies or muffins. You can even pack it in jars, plastic containers or attractive pouches/plastics.

Measure so you can make the most of each batch you bake and to make your baked goods festive, you can make use of sprinkles to liven up each treat. Buy a lot of sprinkles as an alternative to putting raisins, walnuts, etc. if those are too expensive for you.

2. Printable Coupons, Certificates and Awards

Who says only kids can use these as gifts to their parents? There are fun coupons available online, or you can even make and design your own either using the computer (if you know how to use simple design programs) or by using creative tools such as colored papers, etc. You can then put these inside greeting cards or use them as stocking stuffers.

3. Make use of Arts & Crafts

Let's face it, everyone has, at one time or another, done arts and crafts either for school or for fun.

Make use of items available at home such as popsicle sticks, coffee cans or even plain white tshirts to make items such as personalized message boards, pen holders and a lot more. Get creative! After all, it's not the amount of the item... it's how much love, time and effort you put in each gift!

4. Make soaps of different sizes, designs, colors and scent!

You can even put special messages in the soap as you make it. You do not even have to buy a lot of different molds to make soap. You can make use of soap containers or even the round bathroom cups.

5. Goodie bags

Goody bags are not just for kiddie parties and Halloween. The assortment of goodies in the bag will have to differ depending on the age range of your recipients.

Mix and match food items such as chocolocates, assorted nuts and even dried fruits!


What are you waiting for? Get creative!

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Please feel free to suggest other budget-friendly ideas you may have for the holiday season. Have fun!