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Step 1
Decide on a dollar amount to spend on gifts. Own this number.
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Step 2
Prepare a list. Write down the names of the gift recipients and the amount allotted for them.
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Step 3
Pay cash. Withdraw that specific amount on the day you'll go out shopping. Leave those credit cards at home.
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Step 4
Shop early. As the saying goes, "the early bird gets the worm."
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Step 5
Buy online. Have the gifts delivered directly to their recipients. Pay attention to shipping costs as well.
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Step 6
Re-gift. Check your home regularly for new items that you never really use. Put them all in one box, so you can choose from these items during gift-giving time.
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Step 7
Do it yourself. Let your creative juices flow. Allow yourself enough time to make and finish them.
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Step 8
Last but not the least, give them the special gift of all - your time and attention.













Comments
Psalmist4M said
on 11/14/2008 Absolutely great points & tips. And loved the to the point format. Thanks for sharing. 5*s cherylgoff.com
kaseysviewblog said
on 11/14/2008 All good tips!
bossypants said
on 11/12/2008 Very thoughtful article. Thanks!
klnygaard said
on 11/12/2008 thanks for info
Vanillatte said
on 11/11/2008 Timely article. I've just started stressing over the $$ I spend during the holidays.