Hi, I pick up gifts starting in July at the dollar stores. And of course, after Christmas with the big sales. This year I have over 30 gifts to give to say thank you to folks who have helped me through a difficult year. I am saving jars and will be making jar mixes. I found a number of great recipies...

With the economy now being in such bad shape, I am planning on being even more frugal than ever this Christmas. I am a member of a lot of paid survey sites, where I win cash or prizes for just taking surveys! I have already "won" 4 nice gifts for family members and haven't spend a dime...

Yes, Santa is real! His elves are at The Dollar Stretcher and they are already hard at work on preparations to make next Christmas warm, memorable and affordable. For all of you who work hard all year long to make Christmas a special time in the lives of your loved ones, The Dollar Stretcher community...

Not sure about Christmas this year yet. I"ll be making up chokecherry syrup and a variety of homemade soaps- I personally need a new batch of creamy goat's milk soap as I"m spoiled and only like to make my own. I might do a soapmaking party in the area if I find enough interested parties...