Ending the Insanity of Holiday Gift-Giving
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Corporate but personal holiday gift ideas.
Comments (11)DH and I have this discussion every year because he gives gifts to his department of 8-9 people who work under him and he is stumped almost every year. Often, he gifts gift cards to restaurants. One year we had gone to Italy so he gave everyone handmade-paper notepads from Florence along with the gift card. Sometimes it will be a joke gift along with a gift card. Their department is pretty friendly and close-knit, so he has also given gift cards specific to each person's interests -- like one for REI for the hiker/outdoorsy type. One year his dept. was all women so he gave them gift cards for a day spa near the office. Oh, and he has given books before -- a book that he read that was somehow meaningful -- along with a GC. His boss has give him/us: a crystal clock (totally not my style), fancy wine bottle opener, hmm, can't remember what else. And DH's staff has given him a lot of restaurant gift cards, which we both enjoy! One year when the company was smaller, the head of the company gave everyone these arty glass paperweights by Josh Simpson, which was cool. I think most people could incorporate something like this into their decor, or simply use it on their desk at work. Here is a link that might be useful: Small Planets...See MoreHoliday gift for contractors?
Comments (18)Gave $25 GCs to Target and a $5 loaf of cinnamon bread from a local baker to all electricians, plumbers, cabinet workers, carpenters, and perm employees of my contractor. It ended up being about 15 people. I also give a bday gift to my two head contractors who each get a $200 bday gift and at the end of the project, a $2,000 gift of some sort. Last house I gave a GC to the Four Seasons Hotels for $2,000. This is our third or fourth house together and they work HARD for me--including not saying one word when I move an outlet or ask for the heater vent to be moved to another location. To be honest I find it a bit embarrassing that I don't give the workers more--they really go out of their way every day to make me happy. But I remember their names, greet everyone with respect and try never to talk in a demanding way, and they know that I appreciate their time and talent. If I had the budget I would give each of them $100, but I don't have that in my ability. My token gift and my everyday respect is all I can offer and I hope that it will be well received. It is given with sincerity and all of the most respectful, appreciation and intent. I always build these gifts into my total budget, so that I have enough to do this....See MoreNeed Ideas for Holiday Gift for Men
Comments (3)I make tool rolls....basically a rectangle of denim with bias tape on one end. Fold into uneven thirds with the bias taped end being the short one. Sew bias tape around the outside of the now squarish, and double item. Leave tape ends about 12" long at the beginning/ending spot. Sew channels in the end with the shorter pocket, for screwdrivers, wrenches, etc., roll it up and use the tape ends for ties. It will then fit in the motorcycle bag/storage and not rattle. I also make fabric insert/covers for plastic buckets, with pockets that hold gardening/home repair tools...the bucket part holds bigger items. Email me if you think I can make this clearer than mud!!! :^)...See MoreHoliday gifts for us gardeners
Comments (6)Steph , those are perfect !! I’m going to order myself some bc mine got left in the rain and will surely stink :). I usually grab a pair at the nursery for $6 when I check out but these are much more cost efficient!! I hope the pruning gloves help me get in to tie my climbers! sultry, I could never have enough trellis when I had land !! I actually sold some when I got here . :( such a bummer to do. I had around 20 though and that’s a lot !! Do you find unique ones locally or just Lowe’s / Home Depot? In Tennessee we had lovely selections at antique stores . And I really hope I get that kneeling pad ! lol it may seem silly to my brother but i really need it :)...See Moreemma
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