Wrapping paper. Bows. Ribbons. It can all add around the holidays as you are wrapping gifts, but it doesn’t have to. Tip #7 is to Decorate Presents for Less. This really just involves being a tad creative. Here are a few ways:
- One way to help save on wrapping paper is to use the comic section from the newspaper. It is colorful and fun, and kids will enjoy seeing the characters on their presents.
- You can also use shoe boxes and decorate them with stickers (we always have a ton of stickers!) or bows, ribbon, etc.
- Don’t throw away gently used bags or tissue paper. We have had some Christmas bags which have lasted for years!
- And of course, another great way to save is to go to the after Christmas sales. Target has a lot of merchandise 75%-90% off. I usually stock up on more than just wrapping paper at this sale, it is also a great time to get some ornaments or other decorations for the following year.
Check out the Frugal Living Community for even more suggestions, and let me know how you save on decorating presents.
If you missed it, you can read:
- Tip #1:Planning a Holiday Budget
- Tip #2: Make Homemade Gifts
- Tip #3: Save on Christmas Cards
- Tip #4: Decorating the Tree for Less
- Tip #5: Enjoy Christmas Dinner Potluck Style
- Tip #6: Decorate with Simple Lights
And don’t miss all the fun Summer FREEBIES & Discounts available for your kids!
Melissa Hurst, the founder of SavingCentsWithSense.net, is a married mom of three young children, so she understands the importance of stretching a family's budget to maximize savings. After working full-time in higher education for seven years, she pursued a passion of teaching both in the classroom and through her articles to help others. Her money-saving tips have been featured on Arizona Midday, and she is a regular columnist for LifetimeMoms.com and Times Publications in Arizona.
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