Christmas gifts with no money?
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We had a year like that...My husband was laid off and we had absolutly NO money for our 3 sons for Christmas.  This was the year that we really had to focus on what Christmas was all about.  I did go to the dollar stores and buy them little things and people at our church donated some items...which was really nice.  But I used the situation as a life lesson for them.  We made cookies, etc and put them in little baskets with some pretty ribbon and delivered them to the neighbors. I also read them stories about why we were celebrating Christmas and helped them understand that there was more to Christmas than just receiving.  It was only one year and really I feel we all grew spiritually that year. You can make any situation good with children all they really want is your love and guidance...it's all how you act.
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Get her a American Express gift card.  That way she can get what ever she wants.  I do that for my friends every year.  She'll like it! \n\nGood Luck, and Merry Christmas
850149
You can buy plaster ornaments for abut 50 cents and paint them. It is time consuming, but a nice gift.\n\nA student gave me 2 pretzel sticks dipped in chocolate. I thought it was a lovely gift. It is not expensive.\n\nBuy pencils and tie pretty ribbon around it. The gesture will be appreciated.\n\nGet see through cellophane bags and put a few pieces of candy in each one. \n\nCandy canes are always good; and peppermint is a scent that helps in test taking.\n\nThere is an ice cream store here (Handel's) that has coins that you can buy for a free ice cream. It is not that expensive and you can put each inside a card or just hand them out. It is fun.\n\nCreate bookmarks using scrapbooking paper if you are into that kind of thing. It is easy and you can see some examples on ebay or google some ideas. It is not that expensive and they are pretty. Any kind of bookmark is useful. Here is one example: http://cgi.ebay.com/Flying-Dumbo-Disney-Scrapbook-Tag-Fibers-Cute-Bookmark_W0QQitemZ320045971564QQihZ011QQcategoryZ55418QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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I agree with the Big Lots bit;  it's amazing what you can find.  Also, I just posted this to a question above, but it works here:\n\nAn inexpensive but personal gift for someone is a recipe basket. It's useful for people who like to cook. Basically, you write up a favorite recipe from your home (perhaps one that you inherited), go out and purchase all of the non-perishable items needed, and then pack all of it up in a basket. You can get baskets at yard sales and secondhand shops for almost nothing. Put on a ribbon or a bow, and you have a very fine and thoughtful gift. \n\nAlso, making cookies or baked goods and delivering them is always appreciated.  You can also gear the items to the tastes of the recipients.
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If you have enough funding to buy holiday cards (no more than 10 dollars for a box of 24), you could give one to each person listed.\n\nOn a separate piece of paper, you could write (or print in a script font) a special note that shows you have the best intentions  (for example:  "although I have no means for a material gift this year, in my heart is the best of all wishes sending you holiday cheer").\n\nPut the note inside the card and write a personal note or just sign your name (a personal note would go further).   Put it in the envelope.  Wrap it and tie a bow around it.  Yes, remember that "packaging" stands out and you don't have to spend a mint on it.  Of course, they might think there is a gift card inside, but at least you took the time to "pretty it up."\n\nYour friends and family will understand your financial plight.  After all, its not about the gifts, its what's in your heart.\n\nHappy holidays!\n\nP.S.  I did this myself one year - I had just had the twins the month before Christmas and could not afford to spend anything on anyone.  Only one greedy person on my list was not happy with the card and my note, but that person wasn't included on my list the next year when I did have funds!
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Dollar store was a good point they have mugs with candy in them.. 1 dollar each for every memeber spending about under 20 bucks?\nI am sure your family would understand times are tough...\nAnother idea if your good at baking...make some brownies or cookies. Buy some christmas decorated tins again at the dollar store and some of that party tissue paper to make it look a little fancy when they open it. \nCan't go wrong with sweets for the sweet tooth.
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What are you... gift impaired? Go out for dinner and a movie,or give her flowers,or take her on a picnic, or if nothing else, at least get her a card. There are any # of things you can do. You don't have to spend a lot of money, but give it some thought....  maybe you could cook a nice dinner for her?
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spending money i dont have.
732218
i would get them a gift card for the nearest coffee shop.  even if they don't drink coffee they could get tea or pastries with it.  you could also just buy a card and put some scratch off lottery tickets in it.
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A shopping spree or gift card
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I HATE when people ask what I want for Christmas.  It's so tacky!  \n\nHow about a gift card to a large chain bookstore?  They can be purchased online and used online too.
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No money. Need money.
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you can buy some thing cheap a  garage sale or some thing....\n\n\nJustin
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Try a World Bazaar, or some other store that has things from all over.\n\nYou could also look in a candy store at a mall or somewhere, what with Christmas coming up they might have one.\n\nIf all fails you can get mini advent calanders that have pictures of presents on them, or make your own by buying mini Hershey chocolate bars and throwing some wrapping paper on them, or tying a ribbon around them. You could also use Kisses that are hooked up with the Christmas thing, and make little clusters of bells out of them.\n\nHope this helps, good luck!
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My mother has a boyfriend that I can't stand (he is pulling the - rushing to a widow's aid crap and taking all of her money)... I'll tell you know, he's not getting a thing for Christmas.  And if you feel like you have to get him something, then get a gift more for your mum and just say it's to them both.  Tell them you would have gotten more, but your penny pinching this year.  \n\nGood luck!
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Do?  There is nothing you can do.  Enjoy the "gift of giving".  Next year you'll have one less to buy for.
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Well if you don't know what to ask for then you are obviously not in need of anything.\nWhy not ask for a goat?\nSeriously, you (or anyone else for that matter) can go to an Oxfam shop and buy a goat for about £20 that will be given to a family or community in a 3rd world country. \nRemember the spirit of Christmas, it is better to give than to receive!!!!