If you’re having trouble coming up with an idea for a Christmas gift that either won’t cost you very much or is for the person that already has everything, think about non-materialistic gift ideas. This could save you a lot of money this holiday season and provide the recipient with something they normally wouldn’t expect. So how can you turn your time and talent into gift?
Think about offering a service like baby sitting to somone who really needs it. If you know an avid traveller, offer up some pet sitting time. You could grant special favors like cleaning the house from top to bottom. Or you could present a spa at home day where you provide a meal, massage, pedicure and a drawn bath with candles. A popular thing to do is create a coupon booklet with several different favors so the recipient can “cash them in” whenever they want. Maybe you have a special skill or hobby that someone close to you has admired. You could spend a day teaching them everything you know about that skill or hobby so they can get involved themselves and maybe make a special project together.
Non-material gifts will save you money and save the environment too. Have you ever put together a non-materialistic gift? What did you give? Share your stories!
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I haven’t done a gift like that since I was a teenager! I’d forgotten about that method after I got my hands on more money, but it’s a great idea. Thanks for reminding me.
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