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Christmas Gift List Planner
A gift list per person with a budget, ideas, and what you actually spent.
The gift list is the single biggest Christmas money saver. It stops impulse buys and last-minute panic shopping.
Example gift list
| Person | Limit | Idea | Bought | Spent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mia (8) | A$120 | Bike helmet + book | ✔ | A$112 |
| Noah (5) | A$120 | Lego set | ✔ | A$99 |
| Mum | A$50 | Photo book | ||
| Kris Kringle | A$30 | Board game | ||
| Teacher | A$15 | Homemade shortbread |
Example only.
Gift ideas by budget (examples)
| Under A$10 | A$10–30 | A$30–60 |
|---|---|---|
| Homemade treats in a jar | Book or puzzle | Experience day out |
| Printed photo | Plant in a pot | Board game |
| Handwritten voucher (babysitting) | Summer beach bucket | Photo book |
Ideas, not prices quoted from any store.
Rules that save money
- Set the limit before choosing the gift.
- Record what you actually spend.
- Only buy sale items already on the list.
General information only, not financial or tax advice.
How do I avoid overspending on gifts?
Keep a list per person with a limit and record what you actually spend.
What are cheap gift ideas?
Homemade treats, printed photos, plants, books and handmade vouchers.
Should adults do Kris Kringle?
Many families find one gift each through Kris Kringle cheaper and less stressful.
Try it in an app
Party Budget Planner (A$19, one-off): Christmas parties, birthdays and get-togethers: budget, shopping list, guests and a countdown for each event.