Being this year’s Christmas host might seem a bit overwhelming, but there are quite a few nifty and thrifty tricks moms can still pull off before and during this festive season’s shenanigans.
BUDGET
Stick to a Christmas budget amount – even if it does not seem like much. This will ensure that moms have an amount to keep in mind during their last-minute shopping trips.
GIFTS
There are various frugal gift options that moms can consider.
• Stock a sock with affordable candy and chocolates.
• Compile a handmade recipe book.
• Buy an affordable coffee mug and include affordable ingredients and the recipe of an easy cake-in-a-cup.
• The gift of experience – make vouchers for family members or friends such as a shoulder massage, a free haircut or a baking class.
CHRISTMAS DAY ACTIVITIES
• Swimming pool and outdoor games: Marco Polo, water volleyball or water balloon dodge ball are all fun games to consider. Encourage the kids to decorate one tree in the garden or the whole yard.
• A short movie marathon can be a good idea, especially if the weather is not great.
• Board games are a fun and exciting way to get the family involved in some teamwork.
FOOD & SNACKS
Ask family and friends to club in or bring certain food-related items along – it is always nice to have diverse dishes at the Christmas table.
With these thrifty ideas, moms can surely make Christmas fun and memorable this year.
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