GIFT iDEAS fOR THE HOLIDAYS AND ANY OLD TIME
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This morning, I was just thinking of the holidays and how everyone is going out and spending all that money to purchase gifts for others. Many of you don’t really have the money to spend, but here, listen. There are so many things you can do the crack the code of saving money and being creative all the same time.
First of all, do you know the person you are buying for? Have you spoken to them about what’s on their wish list? Do you like them enough to put them on your list in the first place?
What I’ve found out is that people’s likes and dislikes change and you need to know a little about what’s happening in that person’s life before you buy a gift. Maybe they would like you to pay a bill (that means money-no one’s going to tell you the electricity is due to be turned off- or buy a food item or an item to prepare the food with, such as a blender or juicer. Those are items I think could be helpful and long-lasting. You can throw in a recipe while you’re at it. Decorate your own recipe card with a special note to them like, “You’re So Special”, “Try This and Don’t Forget To Invite Me For A Taste”, “My Favorite Recipe”, “You Are What You Eat”. You can go far with this one (idea). Make it funny and humorous.
The other idea I have is to make a pattern of something (a hat, a scarf, a tote bag, etc.) or instructions to something that is doable for others. This idea, will flip a switch in somebody’s brain and the lightbulb will come on, and perhaps they will try it and improve on what you have created for them. Serendipity is such a great thing!
*When I find the time, I will draw a picture of a simple hat and scarf that need very little sewing. I’ll include it in this article.
Ok, now, the next Idea, is to show them how to fix something. Many women especially if single, or a career women, always speak about needing a handyman to do things. If you know how to fix a particular fixture in your home, you can draw pictures or write out, even video how to do it. Another idea for this particular subject is to guide them to a video or book that could teach them. I subscribe to the amazing “Family Handyman Magazine” that has all sorts of DIY projects and hard copy books they create with oodles of at-home DIY projects.
Yes, you can be creative in the spirit of the holidays by just being there and giving from your heart, mind and soul.
by Thelma Harcum
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Cheers!!