It's the time for giving...

Hey, llamas!!

So, it's the time of year where everyone is trying to find the perfect gifts for Christmas.... whether Christian or not... (it's a Pagan holiday, anyway).

Anyway, the inevitable struggle of what to get someone is the same struggle that we go through every year.  And, inevitably... mum and I give up and make edible gifts.  We like to fatten people up so we look thinner in the photos.

BUT.  Everyone likes to get a tangible gift that can be wrapped and opened on Christmas day from under the tree.  So what do you get people when you haven't got a big budget?  When they're the kind of people that don't want for anything or even need anything?

Option 1:  Make food!!! (It's our go to)

Try cakes and homemade chocolate treats.  These usually go down a storm and can be a thoughtful alternate to a stock present.  It's always fun to put a bit of a Christmas twist on classic sweet treats.  Can anyone say homemade Ferrero Rocher?  Peppermint bark?  Christmas cake (this can take preparation depending on your recipe)?

Option 2:  Mix and Match!!

For those special people that don't really do sweet things, you can always get inexpensive little gifts that can be put together to make an awesome present.  You can get some seriously good creams that are inexpensive and great for women.  Not to mention the gift sets that a lot of shops do.  And, don't forget that it doesn't HAVE to be brand name to be amazing.  For a lot of younger kids, or even teenagers, a gift voucher or stationery will put a light in their eyes!!  Trust me, star stickers are AWESOME.

Option 3:  Necessity!!

When all else fails, ask that difficult person what they need!!!  You can rarely go wrong with this gift as they're basically telling you what to get them.  Uni students will probably start hugging your leg and crying out of joy.  Also, not all necessities are expensive.  Sometimes, all someone needs is a duvet cover, or fancy cutlery, or maybe they just need a photo frame for that one picture they wanted to hang.

I hope this guide to 'WHAT DO I GET PEOPLE?!' has helped you.

Just remember that whatever you give as gifts this Christmas, the recipients know that it came from your hearts.

Shenaya xx