Posts Tagged ‘presents’

Christmas in July, August, Etc

Sunday, May 22nd, 2011

Well, we saw it happen again last month-”Christmas in July!” Retailers and merchandisers just can’t seem to resist, and who can blame them? If you were in their shoes (even Guccis need folded newsprint tucked inside when the soles wear through), and saw how your bottom-line was bottoming out this Summer, you’d probably call Rent-a-Santa [...]

Christmas Past and Christmas Presents

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

Christmas is a time of presents and memories. Growing up, my wife Peg and I had different expectations at Christmas time. I was an only child until I turned fifteen, but Peg came from a family of seven children. Gifts abounded in my family. It was always easier than mentioning love, but it was our [...]

Gift Ideas For Christmas 2008

Sunday, March 6th, 2011

Christmas is coming, and it’s time to start thinking about what gifts you’ll be putting under the tree for your loved ones this year. Finding the perfect present for each person on your list can often prove to be a tough task, especially if you’re an adult out of touch with the latest teen trends [...]

Christmas 2007 – Christmas Gift Ideas and Decorations

Thursday, February 24th, 2011

Time really flies. It seemed just a while ago we celebrated Christmas and the new year, now it’s back again. It’s never too early to start making a gift list. Last minute rush to buy Christmas gifts is so stressful. There’s always someone – a friend, a colleague and several family members being left out [...]

How to Make Your Own Christmas Labels For Gifts

Sunday, December 5th, 2010

For many of us, Christmas time is a very special and happy time of year. However, there is no denying that it is also a particularly and possibly stressful season. This means that wherever it is possible to make things a bit easier, we really should try to. When it comes to the wrapping and [...]

What Will Be the Big Seller This Christmas?

Friday, November 12th, 2010

The time of year has come around again; the festive season is fast approaching. After a long year of financial struggle companies have faced this year, we see them getting ready to offload all the strains of the past year and start stocking their shelves with a variety of products ready for the Christmas presents [...]

Top 5 Fair Trade Gifts This Christmas – Not Just Coffee and Bananas

Thursday, November 11th, 2010

Yesterday, The Independent reported that takeaway coffee giant, Starbucks, was to begin sourcing 100 percent of its coffee fair-trade. In the past, this might have seemed a very bold move for such a large company (especially during a recession), however their move can be seen to highlight the increasing popularity of fair trade goods and [...]

What Are The Benefits Of Early Christmas Gift Shopping?

Friday, November 5th, 2010

I know people complain about those people that buy their Christmas presents in the January sales but there is something to be said for getting organised. It really depends on two main factors ?time and money. If you have plenty of both then Christmas shopping really is not a problem. If you work or shopping [...]

Educational Toys Make a Great Christmas Present

Friday, October 15th, 2010

We as parents can give them presents with educational value. We feel no guilt in giving our children presents that help them explore and learn. The holiday is about giving but it can also be a way to replenish art supplies and learning materials at the same time. Giving craft kits to make presents for [...]

Ten Tips for Stress-Free Christmas Gift Shopping

Thursday, October 14th, 2010

Finding the right Christmas gift for everyone on your list can be tricky, not to mention stressful. So here are some handy tips that will help make your seasonal shopping simple and stress-free: 1. The thought counts – Put some thought into each gift so it matches the tastes of each recipient. Everyone will appreciate [...]