Creative Gift Ideas

Buying gifts needn't be a headache !

A few simple tips can help you save time, stress and money without making too big a dent in your wallet!

DO:-

• Plan ahead - write a gift list, plan what you want to buy, chat with friends to get ideas
• Shop early
• Keep to your budget (you have got one, haven't you?)
• Personalize, especially if you're on a budget

DON'T:-

• shop online for last minute gift ideas without knowing how much you want to spend
• buy compulsively or when you're in a panic

You can create cheap unique gift ideas by getting simple items monogrammed or personalized. For example, handkerchiefs, socks, teatowels, napkins or towels - even t-shirts and sweatshirts.

Gift ideas for Mom and Dad

Does it give you a headache choosing something to wrap for your parents ?

Here's our ideas for winning presents:-

• professional family portrait - getting the family together for a professional portrait which is then framed isn't cheap, but can create a lasting memory and treasure for mum and dad
• short break or trip - how about treating your parents to a weekend away in a hotel, a trip to the theatre or to see a show, or perhaps a voucher for lunch at their favorite restaurant
• gift certificates - create your own offering "a trip to the seaside", "an afternoon shopping" or "a round of golf with your son" .  These use your creative skills and you can create something that they will really appreciate.

Online last minute gift ideas

Running late and need a gift you can get quickly?

Here's our top three ideas:-

1. Magazine subscription - most of the time you can get between 25-35% off the regular price just by paying ahead. With six and twelve month subscriptions, these are quite affordable and last all year.
2. Framed photos - if you have a family photo or a funny picture, you can either order it online or pop into any store and get it printed in minutes. Pick up a cheap frame and Bob's your uncle - a wonderful creative gift. 
3. Vouchers and Tokens - know where they love to shop ? Buying a token can enable them to go shopping and choose something they love.

What gifts to get for someone who has everything

Here's a few unique ideas that are perfect for that person who has everything:-

• name a star in the galaxy
• build a well, buy a goat - these ethical gifts are increasingly trendy & popular
• create a unique gift by personalizing something ordinary - their own brand of wine with personalised labels, monogrammed ties, bathrobes, golf accessories, just put their name on it and they'll love it
• charity auctions often offer special prizes which aren't available elsewhere - tours of private homes, unusual trips, special holidays - so, if you get invited to one, take your wallet
• sponsor a child, a zoo animal, a guide dog puppy, a sheep, again, anything you can imagine, you can probably sponsor it somewhere on the web

It really can be possible to find a gift that shows how much you care without
breaking the bank.

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