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Friday, 7 February 2014

Giving great gifts and presents on a budget.

Even when money is tight, there are still times when we need to spend money on luxury items. Buying a gift or present for a family member or friend is one example. If you are on a budget, how can you buy wonderful gifts that will not break the bank?

There are many ways you can save money and still give your loved ones a special gift. You can also do some simple things to save money on the gifts or cards and wrapping paper.

 

Here are some tips and suggestions for great budget gift buying:

Keep a look out throughout the year for bargains and suitable items that would make a good gift. During the sales, or on the discount shelves of stores, there will be items that are heavily discounted, but that are still good quality and in excellent condition. For example, accessories like scarves, gloves, socks, hats and costume jewellery are always available at discounted prices. They may be out of season but they will still be good quality and make excellent presents for men and women.

Crafts are a wonderful way to enjoy yourself and master a hobby while you make unique gifts for your friends and family. If you enjoy crafts, think about starting a new hobby like embroidery or pottery. The items you make could easily be used as gifts.

Photography is a wonderful way to give a very special and personal gift. Have a look at your family photographs. Make a montage of a special occasion, or choose an image of a loved one from years ago. Frames are not expensive and can easily be purchased for a high street pound store. Framing a special photo and giving it to a loved one is a charming gift that has meaning and emotional value too.

Use astorage box in your home to store cards, gifts, leftover or saved wrapping paper and gift bags, all ready to re-use. Very soon you will have built up a store of gifts and cards you can use whenever an occasion requires it. You won’t need to worry about your budget or finding some extra money. You will always have something ready that will make the perfect gift.

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