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Christmas is an important time of year for all families but how can you be sure you are fully prepared? Here’s a guide!
Start Early
How many of us have fallen foul to the trap of leaving everything to the last minute and rushing around on Christmas Eve trying to pick up the last few bits? I know I have in the past which is why I start early nowadays!
I pick up food in the months running up to the day, popping them in the freezer or the cupboard to use at a later date. I also pick up presents throughout the year when I see good deals – meaning I am saving both time and money!
Set A Budget
Talking about money, it is important to set a budget when it comes to getting ready for Christmas. It is so easy to blow hundreds of pounds on a simple day. A budget should stop this from happening.
Think about how much food you need for your family, who you need to buy gifts for and what decorations you need. Once you have that figure in mind, it should be easier to keep to it.
Stock Up On Your Families Favourite Food
Christmas is certainly a time for indulgence and you need to think about food quite early on – and not just the stuff for the main meal! It is important to stock up on your families favourite food such as their favourite Swizzels sweets – perhaps these Mallows as they are divine?
Everyone has their own particular favourite food at Christmas so make sure you have a list!
Ensure You Have Wrapping Supplies
We all know how quickly Christmas wrapping can sell out so the earlier you can get these items, the better. You don’t want to be running around in the last few days before Christmas, trying to find enough suitable wrap to wrap everyone’s presents in.
If you have plenty of supplies in, you can even start wrapping earlier to save you some time nearer the big day. Do it little and often.
Decide On Where You Are Spending The Day
Not everyone stays at home for Christmas. Some people choose to go out for dinner at a local restaurant, others visit family. If you have a small family, it is likely that you will stay at home and cook just for your immediate family. However, if you have adult children you might find yourself celebrating the day at their homes instead.
This is something that should be discussed weeks in advance so travel can be planned and those who are hosting can ensure they have enough food in to feed everyone. Whether you are staying at home or at a family members house, get those plans finalised as quickly as possible!
These are just a few of the ways you can get prepared for Christmas as we rapidly approach the festive season. Do you have any tips for getting prepared in time for the big day?
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