With the holiday season quickly approaching, you may be wondering where to start with your holiday shopping. Holiday gift giving doesn’t need to be stressful or dig deep into your pockets. You may be on a tight budget this year, so why not go back to old fashioned homemade gifts or gift baskets. Not only can this be more economical, but it’s a wonderful expression of your love and creativity.
Here are some suggestions:
1. Give the gift of health: Make a gift basket filled with healthy treats such as fruit, cheese, whole grain crackers, nuts, and a book on health/wellness.
2. Simple pleasures: Include some simple pleasures in a basket such as your favourite Nestlé chocolates, CARNATION or NOIR hot chocolate, and a variety of NESCAFÉ Specialty Coffee Mixes.
3. Recipe collection: Compile a list of your favourite recipes and incorporate these into a recipe book. Pair the book with a sampling of the recipes and wrap them in a gift basket.
4. Create a scrapbook: Your local dollar store should have most of the supplies you need. Gather any pictures taken with a friend or family member and create your own custom scrapbook.
5. Baked goods: Baked goods make for a great gift any time of the year. Try mixing an assortment of your favourite sweet treats with recipes that are lower in fat and sugar.
6. Monthly care basket: This works well for people who spend most of the year in separate places. Over the holidays send them their first basket of goodies and then each month after send something to go with the theme of that month whether it be Valentine’s Day or Heart Health.
This holiday season use some creativity and planning to make those thoughtful homemade gifts and you’ll be surprised how much your loved ones will appreciate the thought and kind gesture!
