Christmas is just around the corner and while the carols playing in stores and Instagram posts of advent calendars are nostalgic, stress levels inadvertently rise this time of year.
I’m talking about stress on both you AND your bank account.
But preparing for Christmas doesn’t have to be so tense.
To help you prepare for December 25, I’ve come up with a gift, food and decoration guide – all for under $50 (I tracked these down myself recently when I popped into Big W to use a $50 voucher I had been given).
1. Christmas for kids.
Crayola Monster Tub available from Big W.
Kids are the easiest to buy for at Christmas, whether they have a wish list or not. Some inexpensive but exciting gifts for kids include:
- Crayola Monster Art Tub or Micador Build your Own Space Rocket: to keep it crafty.
- Sleep over Ready Beds, 3D Bedroom Lights and Glow Pets: to make bedtime and sleepovers awesome.
- Harry Potter, Minecraft, Noddy, Dr Seuss: books, books more books. I love children’s classic picture books boxed up with the character plush toys – so gorgeous.
- Lego sets, Lego books, Lego stickers, Lego everything: Lego will always be the king of Christmas.
- Frozen merchandise: I especially love the Queen Elsa singing costume.
- The Peter Morrissey children’s range: if you prefer couture to toys.
Just as an FYI, you should know that this post is sponsored by Big W. But all opinions expressed by the author are 100% authentic and written in their own words.
2. Christmas for her.
Peter Morrissey ready to wear range available at Big W.
When it comes to gifts for her, the choices are endlesss: