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How to do Christmas (or any Celebration) with No Money
How to do Christmas with No MoneyIt's getting closer and I know more stressful for a lot of families. One thing I get asked a bit and have seen in quite a few Facebook groups is how to do Christmas when there is just no extra money for it. You're already working hard, no time for more side hustles etc. What can you do? I share a lot of tips on everything related to Christmas from food to gifts in how to do Christmas with no money. You might also want to check out: For us, we bought some specific items before we left for the islands and the older kids knew these were their Christmas presents. On Christmas Day we will be in Vanuatu with that side of the family. It isn't a big celebration within the family, it's a day at our beach with food and fun, minimal gifts so we don't need to prepare or buy much. The gift is us being there and we will pay for all the food plus use our bus to get to the beach. The family/tribe are ecstatic and it means our children learn more about their culture, their language and the tribe gets to connect with the future chief. It's the first time the grandparents (chief) have had all their children and grandchildren home so it's a big deal. How to Afford (or Decline) Expensive InvitationsThis time of year can get expensive with weddings, baby showers, birthdays, work parties and other expectations. Or maybe you have friends who always want to catch up at expensive restaurants. instead of just hanging out. These things can break the budget and leave us feeling stressed, annoyed or unsure what to do. Read how to deal with them, tips to afford them and tips to decline, depending on what you want to do. How to Afford Kids PartiesAs a mother of 5 bio and 1 step child plus having 8 siblings myself, planning frugal but fun kids parties is something my family are great at. Also, knowing how to get amazing presents at huge discounts and in general do all things related to kids parties on a strict budget. Can you imagine how many invitations my siblings and I had between us that my parents had to deal with? Fortunately, I learned a lot from them and have learned more as a mother myself. Here is a HUGE article with everything I could think of related to kids parties from hosting to giving gifts, food and cake to party themes. As it happens we will have 4 of our kids celebrate their birthdays while we are in Vanuatu, after Christmas. You can check out how we celebrate them on a budget, island style on my other site: Kylie Travers and @kylieleetravers on all social channels: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Threads. How to Make More MoneyThe festive season/end of year is a great time to pick up some extra cash. People who don't normally have a cleaner or gardener or babysitter often seek one out in these months as life can be hectic. Check Airtasker, Facebook groups, community noticeboards and Gumtree for people looking to hire extra help. Or have a look on Seek if you want a casual job. Alternatively, promote yourself and let friends and family know what you have on offer such as domestic services or something you are selling that could make a good gift etc. Get creative and you might be able to generate a few thousand extra this time of year. Save Money on GroceriesMeal times can be tricky and since I have 4 active kids who eat a lot, if I don't plan my meals, the budget can get blown. I have 20+ tips to reduce the cost of groceries plus how to reduce waste/what to do with scraps and leftovers. What I Am ReadingSomatic Therapy Workbook for Women: Release Trauma, Calm Your Nervous System, and Awaken Your Intuition—Because Your Body Already Knows How to Heal. I bought this before we left because a key part of the trip is my healing. Somatic Therapy Workbook for Women is your step-by-step guide to finally letting go of the past—not just in your thoughts, but in your body. Using science-backed techniques, this book will help you: ✅ Release trauma stored in your muscles, breath, and nervous system, so you stop reliving the past. The Thrifty Issue CommunityFor more and to connect with others check out The Thrifty Issue Facebook group, Facebook page, Instagram, Pinterest. |
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