Christmas time is (nearly) here again, and that means it’s time to spread glad tidings. And the good news is – they don’t have to empty your purse. It’s a stressful enough time of year as it is, no one needs extra money worries. So to help you bring good cheer to your loved ones (and your bank balance) we’ve put together some top tips on budget-friendly festive gestures.
1. Shop local
If you do need to splash a little cash, try and support an independent business, that way your gift isn’t just a lovely gesture to the lucky so and so receiving it, but the person who’s made or is selling it too. It’s a really simple way to spready the glad tidings a little further (P.S just a sneaky reminder that all our blooms are crafted by independent florists)
2. Cook up a storm
We know the joy of handcrafted things at Interflora, whether that’s in the florists or in your very own kitchen. This time of year is great for batch cooking sweet treats like fudge, or jam, or having a go at simple boozy wonders like sloe gin. Wrap up your homemade goodies in paper and a little string and you have a lovely, inexpensive way of sharing some joy. Little sweet treats are perfect for handing over to hard working delivery people this time of year.
3. Handwrite a thank you note
In a world of emails and Whatsapps, taking a moment to handwrite a note can really make it special. Maybe it’s a thanks to the postie, maybe it’s a note slipped under the door to the teenager who persevered through Christmas shopping, maybe it’s a note to a supportive colleague. Whoever it might be they’ll appreciate that extra effort.