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30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

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If so, give the gift of organizing a closet (or 2), kitchen cupboards, a basement, garage, etc. When spring rolls around, plant the perennials for the recipient and this gift will bloom for years to come. Pick a theme, such as cooking basics 101, family recipes, bread baking, or preserving /canning. Give your Perennials.

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How To Re-use Common Items

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Glass jars can be used for jelly and canning things like pickles. Plastic bags are used as trash can liners, food carriers on trips, package stuffing for shipping and re-wrapping precious Christmas keepsakes for storage. We tear down big boxes and lay them on the garage floor in case of oil leaks. Small Utility Items.

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30 Free but Thoughtful Christmas Gift Ideas

Family Balance Sheet

If so, give the gift of organizing a closet (or 2), kitchen cupboards, a basement, garage, etc. When spring rolls around, plant the perennials for the recipient and this gift will bloom for years to come. Pick a theme, such as cooking basics 101, family recipes, bread baking, or preserving /canning. Give your Perennials.

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