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These are some fun ideas: I like the turkey tip and the gift game.
MAP WRAP. Many public libraries sell old books, magazines and periodicals. I buy old maps for 10 cents each and use them as wrapping paper for gifts. I buy plain ribbon from the $1 bin at my local craft store. While some people spend $20 for gift wrapping for the holidays, I spend $2. If only books and magazines are available, buy old copies of National Geographic with maps inside and use those. Melissa C., California
TURKEY TIP. Grocery stores often run good sales on whole turkeys prior to and after the holidays. I remove the legs and wings, and pack them separately in freezer bags. One turkey can make quite a few meals and it's easier to fit in the freezer once cut apart. Jill M., e-mail
GIFT GAME. My daughter started a game with the presents at Christmastime. We wrap gifts without name tags. Each person chooses a gift and, after opening it, tries to determine who it is for. We also wrap "junk" in fancy packages and watch faces as each gift is opened. Then, we hand out the real gifts after the laughter dies down. The important thing is to know your family and what would work with them to make it fun. Veronica B., e-mail
WARM THE SOUL. We fix a large coffee percolator pot of cranberry cider at the office every Friday during the holiday season. Cinnamon sticks and cloves go in the basket, and all clients and visitors who stop by are offered hot cider and donuts or cookies. Everyone loves it! Jane W., e-mail
SOURCE: Everyday Cheapskate newsletter
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