I have four children - who are all already looking forward to Christmas and writing their lists for Father Christmas - as you can imagine - it can be an expensive event!!
Father Christmas usually brings them a book, some candy, a soft fluffy toy and a toy they have asked for - we usually give them something nice each and a smaller gift each from their siblings - it isn't much - but x 4 really ads up!
Anyone have any really sweet or clever ideas for things kids would love that won't cost so much - or perhaps ideas for others (such as grandma / grandpa / work friends / friends etc) that are cheaper so we can put the extra money towards the kids?
2007-09-04 17:26:40 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Christmas
oh, we live in Australia - so it is very hot at Christmas
2007-09-04 19:42:21 · update #1
For the kids you should write a letter to them and pretend it's from Father Christmas - they'll be thrilled to recieve a personalised letter from him!
For the other relatives - last year I was on a MAJOR budget. I bought lots of lollipop stick and made decorative boxes out of them and glittered the lids (google search for instructions). I also searched for "gifts in a jar" online. Basically you layer up ingredients for cookies, brownies etc (flour, sugar, cocoa powder etc) in a jar so it's looks pretty, and then you write a label with cooking instructions ("Empty mixture into bowl, stir in two eggs, and cook for..."). Those are great gifts.
I also made my own bath salts: rock salts, perfume, a little talc powder so it stays dry and food colouring!
You could also buy fleecey blankets and stitch in a personalised name?
2007-09-04 22:17:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
that thoroughly relies upon on your income and your suggestions-set. in the event that they're nicely behaved and it doesnt harm you financially, get what they decide for and greater. I spend around 600 per toddler becuase they are truly stable. additionally, while they do misbehave you would be wanting greater you may eliminate for punishment. in the adventure that your funds dont enable that lots, pass to the main inexpensive shops and get an determination of stuff. or, one million theing that they actually need each. the terrific present you may supply although is to have a large trip at the same time, one which will supply them suggestions while they're adults. pass sledding. gown up heat and stroll around the neighbourhood finding on the lighting fixtures. have them supply help to prepare the nutrients in the event that they like that. sing and play at the same time. they're going to keep in mind stuff like that better than any contemporary you're able to purchase. :) merry christmas!
2016-10-09 23:43:53 · answer #2 · answered by blust 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Making gifts can be less expensive to give to family & friends.
Have the kids make things for close relatives as they are always appreciated by all...Like framing their drawings,homemade
wreaths,or ornaments, framed special photos, etc....
Making food items is also a money saver when making things in bulk to give to others..like fudge,cookies,candy ,breads, etc...
Packaging /wrapping of gifts can be fun and less as well...Try using
the colored comics out of a newspaper, childrens art works,
plain brown paper bags with stickers on them, and fast food boxes can sometimes help with odd shaped gifts as well..=)
2007-09-05 08:59:20 · answer #3 · answered by *toona* 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you need help with christmas ,you can check with your towns local salvation army. they help people out at christmas. you will need social security cards for yourself and all of your kids. you may need your current utility bills and your current pay stubs. they will tell you about what you need to bring with you. they will tell you when you can sign up for the help and also what you will need to bring with you. call as soon as possible i don't remember if they start to take applications in Sept. or Oct. also walmart and the dollar stores have cheap items you can buy. good luck, god bless you, hope you have a good christmas. i hope this info. helps you.
2007-09-04 20:27:00 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
children-something warm to wear as its christmas or a learning kit by which they can learn things fast like clay modeeling,science kit,knitting kit etc.!
grandma-something warm to wear
grandpa-cigars if he drinks or anything warm
work friends-some good luck charms
friends-beautiful decor piece or luck charms
and to all of them give them your love.this will be the best xmas gift ever!
2007-09-04 17:36:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
do you have a dollar store where you live? that is where I get a lot of my christmas shopping done. you could always make a donation to a charity in someone's name for a christmas gift.
2007-09-05 00:38:46 · answer #6 · answered by jessi_lee11 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
depending on their age i would try a surfboard, they may really like them it! i owuld also suggest ross i'm not sure if you have it in austrailia though... but they're really cheap and they have good stuff too!
2007-09-05 15:12:26 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
since you know their preferences, try making small gifts at home from used material
2007-09-05 02:49:56 · answer #8 · answered by libraboy28 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Ever try a dollar store? lol.
2007-09-04 23:53:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋