Hope you are enjoying this Christmas season as much as I am. I love looking at all the lights each night, listening to holiday music and sitting in the glow of the Christmas tree.
I am hosting a Ladies party tomorrow evening so I spent today cleaning. Here is a picture of my tree. I think it is the prettiest one yet.
It started out to be just red and white but the grandson likes green so I had to put green bulbs on it too.
I ordered the last of the presents today but haven't wrapped any yet. I find they are easier to hid unwrapped.
If you need some ideas on what to give others I found these 10 ways to think outside the proverbial gift box.
- Give a handmade gift. Think crafts, cooking, art or bath scrubs. If you don’t have the time or talent yourself, shop local craft fairs for unique handmade gifts.
- Give a service you can do yourself. Consider babysitting, car washing or yard work. Get creative with a cute little coupon you design and print yourself.
- Gift services at a locally owned business. Perhaps a car tune-up, house cleaning or salon visit. Who wouldn’t love that!
- Gift a class together. Art, fitness, and hobby classes are great choices. You’ll give the gift of knowledge as well as quality time!
- Gift a membership. Consider local non-profits, museums, gyms or charity groups.
- Donate in someone’s name. Determine their favorite charity, fundraiser, or cause. I’ve had family donate an animal to a family in a third world country in the past instead of buying me a gift and felt so good about it!
- Gift a meal at a locally owned restaurant. A delicious dining experience is topped only by knowing the dollars stay in your community.
- Buy gifts from a locally owned business. Local shops have some of the cutest gift ideas. Being able to converse directly with the owner is always a bonus.
- Buy used from thrift shops, antique shops, flea markets or used music and book stores. I can’t tell you how many wonderful gifts I’ve both bought and received from these stores over the years. The price is right as is the eco-friendly stature, but perhaps the best part is the treasure hunt!
- Buy fair trade and eco-friendly made gifts. Seek out items that are sustainably produced, recycled or upcycled. Alternatively, help producers in developing countries make better trading conditions and promote sustainability by purchasing their fairly traded products. by The Soulicious Life.
Hope this gives you ideas to finish your lists and enjoy time with family.
Merry Christmas to all,
The Plant Lady ~ Linda
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