How much are u spending per person this year for xmas?
822151
Depends on the person. On my niece and nephews we spend at least $30-$50 depending on what our finances are like and as far as everyone else like $15-$20 depending on who it is. Its the thought that counts though, not how much you spend on a person.
822703
It won't cost me much at all! All my money goes for bills and I mean All with more due! So I will very sadly be spending and shopping for no-one. I have 6 kids and 12 grandchildren and my motto has always been "If you can't get all of them something then no-one gets any. I will spend the day under my covers where no one can see my red swollen eyes. Cause I don't want to go somewhere and just GET gifts I want to be able to give.
90135
Why does anyone spend more than they save? I don't think this is a problem exclusive to any one ethenticity.
734057
its nice being around family and friends but anymore christmas means going into debt again......where has christmas gone.....why is it a financial issue now......
736401
Money to go Mall shopping for the Xmas sales.\nThat is my final answer.
665532
depends where you go and how much you are willing to spend
783385
If its a gift exchange where you only buy one present, then perhaps you should ask your group to establish a spending limit. I would say $20 and under would be fine!
891836
1.  Layered Cookie Mixes\n\nOne of the things that I plan on doing this year is Cookie Mixes in a Jar. You can pick up Mason jars at your local grocers and Wal-Mart often has fabric on sale for $1 a yard. Layer the ingredients in your jars according to the recipe. Slap on some fabric and a ribbon and you have an instant gift that didn't cost a whole lot and comes from the heart.\n\n2.  Sharing a Touch of Heaven\n\nOne year, I gave out "Paper White" Narcissus bulbs. In a small terra cotta pot, place a small amount of potting soil in a resealable baggie. On top, lay 3 to 4 bulbs. On top of that, lay a copy of printed directions on how to care for the plants. Cover with the terra cotta dish. Then wrap a pretty holiday ribbon around it all.\n\nAll of this was very inexpensive. I bought my pots at Michaels. The pot and lid cost a little over $1. The Paper White bulbs are inexpensive if you can find a large bag of 30 to 40 bulbs. I bought mine at Home Depot for less than $10. A bag of potting soil is about $2. A few spools of ribbon can be purchased at the dollar store. This project can easily be completed in a few hours. I received many compliments on these. I gave these out to people at work, neighbors, friends, and family. Paper Whites are beautiful and smell like heaven!\n\n3.  Make a "Cold Winter Night Kit"\n\nLast year, a friend made "A Cold Winter Night Kit" for her friends and neighbors. Each had a candle (dollar store), cocoa or tea, and a homemade treat (with recipe card). The gifts were loaded into the dollar store baskets, wrapped in tissue paper and tied with curling ribbon. The "A Cold Winter Night Kit" tags were made on a computer (cut out with decorative scissors and decorated with paper punch snowflakes) and tied to the outside. Each gift was personalized to the recipient. The average cost was probably about $3. You can also add $5 video rental cards, coffee mugs, and playing cards or small games.\n\n4.  Coffee Cups\n\nAs ironic as it may sound, sometimes coffee is the best gift to give within a coffee mug. For a friend who can't resist gourmet coffee, this can be a quick and easy gift idea. Simply fill an oversized coffee mug with a small bag or two of specialty gourmet coffee, then add ribbons and a tag. This is an adorable way to give an inexpensive, yet personal gift. Consider adding a specialty spoon along for extra flair as well.\n\n5.  Soaps\n\nIf you need a feminine gift that does not cost a lot, consider filling a pretty coffee mug with little soaps or lotions. You can usually get these for very inexpensive prices at your local bath or beauty store. These are perfect for young girls as well who love to experiment with things like lip gloss and other makeup. Just fill the mug and wrap a little tulle around it along with a ribbon for a feminine look.\n\nI hope something here helps you!
883545
My family is going through some financial strains this holiday season, so I told my husband not to buy me any gifts. He agreed. I immediately felt disappointed, and I imagined Christmas morning with no gift under the tree -- how sad I would feel. I wish I had suggested a dollar limit, even if it was just $10 or $20. I would have been quite happy with a DVD, book or a music CD. Just a little something to celebrate the love. Thanks for asking the question. It got me to own up to my true feelings. I think I'll let my husband know what they are and make my suggestion of a limit. :-)
855700
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.
1147992
I go with this for myself.  10% for saving, 5-10% for giving if you are in a church.  35% for house expenses.  10-15% for groceries, 10% for unseen stuff, 5 to 10% for clothing all a month.  Hope this help.\n\n\nLC
767046
i really hope for your own good that those arent your real details...\n\nim sure your family will understand your broke and cant afford gifts.... same as me this year.
945884
I think you need to stop,you have bought quite enough, you seem like an extremely generous person.............can i come to your house for christmas!
826613
Christmas is really about being with your family, not about the presents.  The presents are just a benefit of the holiday.  \n\nSit your kids down and explain that it may not be in the cards this year for extravagent presents, but have everyone make something for each other.  That way, if anything, you're only spending a small amount of money on arts & crafts supplies.  \n\nOr check out your local Goodwill or Salvation Army.  But please teach your kids the holiday isn't about what you receive.  Just because someone gets an expensive gift doesn't make them the better person or any "cooler".  The holiday is about spending time with your family.  Enjoying being together.  Plain & Simple.
700562
Maybe once you get out into the shops looking for pressies you will start to feel the Christmas spirit a little bit, get yourself off to Asda I've just bought 2 trendy polo shirts for my friends fellas for £5 each, some nice junky jewellery for my niece and a top and I have change from £20, they have tons of nice stuff at low prices for Christmas gifts, all under one roof and with the money you save you can treat yourself to a nice dress or top, go on spoil yourself, hope you feel a bit more Christmas's soon, be happy and good luck.
53755
Depends on how much u eat.. starting from 150$ per person, onwards.
927877
How is it that we are supposed to know what your spending rates are for a year on these things?  Your telephone, cable, and internet should be very easy for you to arrive at.  Just look at your monthly bill.  Same with your utilities. Heating of course will vary with the seasons.  Food is possibly the most difficult to get a handle on.  I alway pay my food bill with my credit card. At the end of the month, I know exactly what I spent on food for the month. Don't forget eating out. You will probably be surprised how much you spend in that category.  And of course there is entertainment. For a single person, that will most likely be one of the major expense items.