I am always looking for ways to save money. As we approach the holidays the days are busy and full of activities. I try to take advantage of anything I can to help make the holidays less stressful, such as making double batches of holiday cookies over several evenings, and freeze to serve or distribute later.
Mail overseas packages at the cheapest rate in time to arrive before Christmas. Buy turkey and non-perishable trimmings as they come on sale. Turkeys are often priced dirt cheap from now through Christmas.
Stock your freezer because a turkey that remains frozen is good for at least a year. And while you’re at it stock up on baking supplies at rock bottom prices.
Cranberries are also on sale this time of year, both canned cranberry sauce
and the fresh cranberries.
Stock up!
Blankets, comforters and winter wear will also be deeply discounted to boost retailers’ holiday cash flow.
November sales on baskets can provide a bounty of gift containers for you.
Just remove any thanksgiving or autumn accents, cushion the baskets with shredded paper, craft straw or coordinating towels, and load the baskets up with small, associated gifts you can find year round in the clearance bins. By being aware of the items that are on sale now you can save money and time so you can enjoy a less stressful holiday season.
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