Have a file or drawer in your house allocated. During the year, save all these money off coupons you get from newspapers or supermarkets. Come Christmas time, put them in envelopes and send them to friends and relatives. Imagine how delighted they’ll be to recieve a cornucopia of special offers: 20p of their next box of washing powder; 15p off their next purchase of toothpaste etc.
If you are worried this may not suffice in all cases, there are other ways to find “free” presents. Some examples follow:
1. Get them a cat or dog from a rescue centre. Tie it up in their garden on Christmas morning and then call them on the telephone and ask them to look out of the window. Thir faces will light up with delight.
2. Many businesses offer free quotes (e.g. for double-glazing; conservatories etc). Arrange a free no-obligation visit for your friends and family.
3. Many religions offer free stuff in the hope of converts. Arrange a free, Bible study visit for your friends.
4. Become an artist who specialises in making original artworks from “found” objects (driftwood, broken shopping trolleys etc). What better present than a specially-commissioned artwork for your friends.
Follow these tips and you’re sure to have a happy, cheap and stress-free Christmas.
Tags: Christmas Morning, Next Box, Toothpaste
