This is the twenty-fourth post in my 31 Days of Living on Less Series. If you’d like to read all the posts in order, go to Day 1.
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I love giving handmade gifts. It just seems more special somehow. A few years ago, I began the tradition of making matching Christmas pajama pants for our children. It was fun getting a picture of them all together in their matching p.j.’s.
I usually find the flannel on sale in January, so I’m able to get it for a reasonable price. Last year, however, I just couldn’t afford them. I didn’t think the children would mind anyway.
Would you believe that they were actually disappointed? Including my teenagers! I was surprised, and sad that I hadn’t been able to make them. I’m thankful that I already have some flannel on hand to make some this year. They won’t exactly be matching, since I couldn’t find Christmas flannel for a good price. I ended up getting a floral print for the girls, and a bears camping print for the boys. I think they’ll still be fun anyway, and I’m looking forward to making them.
When you’re on a tight budget, sometimes the best thing you can do when it comes to gift-giving is to give from the heart. It may not be fancy, and it might not be the latest trend, but hopefully it will be meaningful to the recipient. For a long time now, I’ve been collecting handmade gift ideas, and I’ve got a lot of them on this Pinterest board. If you need a simple and inexpensive gift, you might just find some inspiration there!
Laura Lane says
October 29, 2014 at 2:42 pmKids know things are traditions even when we don't!
I'm praising God with you that you were able to get flannel this year!
Blessings,
Laura of Harvest Lane Cottage
Joy Kincaid says
October 29, 2014 at 5:40 pmYes, they do! 🙂
Julian says
October 29, 2014 at 11:24 amWhat a neat idea! I tried to go healthy one thanksgiving making green beans instead of green bean casserole and plain sweet potatoes instead of the casserole. My teenage s I n was devestated. Lol. Talk about not thinking something would matter:). I've always thought sewing pjs for christmas was special. I can't sew but great job!:)
Yes giving from the heart is best. 🙂
Christina
Joy Kincaid says
October 29, 2014 at 5:39 pmThat's funny, Christina (about the green bean casserole)! 🙂