Holiday Organizing For the Practical User
by ChristaI read the funniest article yesterday in the Vancouver MetroNews. It was called Bank On A Happy Holiday When You Plan Ahead. I found this funny, because like the writer every year I tell myself I am going to Christmas shop throughout the year so I have little to do in December. And every year this just doesn’t seem to happen. I always manage to get it all done. I think deep down I just love the hustle and bustle the last few weeks before Christmas.
Now I know there are people who are done with their shopping and all their gifts are wrapped and good for you! More power to you. But for the rest of us here are a few tips to still have an organized and stress free holiday season – even though there is still more to do.
- Order holiday cards from Shutterfly.com. There is nothing easier or less expensive than sending a holiday photo card. It takes about 15 minutes to create and then all you have to is print labels and stamp. Simple and easy.
- Use Send Out Cards for a traditional holiday card: I love this service and I can finally get birthday cards out on time. You can send all your holiday cards in a few quick steps.
- Print labels: Using labels from any office supply store, print address labels right from your computer.
- Take advantage of Amazon.com. No matter what I am buying, I shop at Amazon first. They have everything and from all different retailers. This year I was buying something for my Mom from Wine Enthusiast. I went to Amazon first and the price was 50% less and shipping was free since I was over $25.
- Prepare Meals Ahead: Not everything has to be done the day of the party or on Christmas Eve. Create a menu and consider what you can make ahead of time and freeze. Think about the entire meal so you can spend more time with your family and friends rather than in the kitchen.
- Hire a personal chef or go gourmet: Many people don’t want the hassle of cooking and baking. Hire a personal chef and they will come to you and no one will know otherwise. We recommend Maxime Personal Chef. Or go gourmet and get prepared dinners at a local gourmet grocer near you.
Maybe one of these days I will get my shopping done before December, but until then I will use these time savings tips to get organized ahead of time and join the crowds in the days before Christmas.
We wish you a very merry holiday season and lots of luck in the new year!
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