Saturday, December 13, 2008

Got to love coupons...ect.

http://www.spinbrush.com/SpecialOffers.html Need a Stocking Stuffer Idea?
Why not try a Pro Crest Spinbrush?
Here is a $2 Printable Coupon for a Pro Spinbrush Toothbrush.
I always fill up the Stockings with toothbrushes. I guess I tend to be a little practical with stocking stuffers….. chapstick, toothbrushes, ponytail holders, fun soaps for the kids.
The holiday season is the time of year when even the most frugal of the frugal have difficulty sticking to budgets.
Here are 8 ways to stick to a frugal holiday gift budget without losing your marbles:
Always shop with a list of names, spending limit, and ideas. Stick to your list and don’t be dazzled into impulse spending by store displays.
Stick to your budget. If you’ve budgeted $25 for Aunt Cindy and you can’t find a sweater under $30, move over to accessories and maybe grab her some jewlery. If you go even $5 off your budget per person it will add up quickly!
If you shop early in the season and discover later that an item you bought has been discounted, take it back to the store. As long as you have the receipt, chances are they’ll refund you the difference.
Buy gift cards for the hard to shop for people in your life. Teens, grandparents, and even cranky uncles can always find a way to use the gift card in their favourite stores. Or you can also buy those reloadable credit cards, I do this for the college students in our family. they know more of what they need then I do! (hint: check out teh back of the card when you buy them, they run fomr 1.99 to 4.99)
If your budget is really tight this year, give a homemade gift like cookies or a gift of your time, such as volunteering to babysit or mow an elderly neighbour’s lawn.
A family photo album or your family history on dvd is a great and invaluable present for a elderly, housebound or out of town relative , also a homemade family favorite recipe cookbook (thanks nys!)
For large or extended families put everyone’s name in a hat and have each family member draw a name and buy a gift for that one person.
Limit your gift list. If you prefer not to exchange gifts with a friend, neighbour, or co-worker this year, just say so. It’s very likely that she’s trying to pare down her Christmas list too!

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