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What I got my KIDS for CHRISTMAS and HOW MUCH I SPENT || $60 Christmas Budget

Our Thrifty Homeschool

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What I got my KIDS for CHRISTMAS and HOW MUCH I SPENT || $60 Christmas Budget

This is my favorite video of the year! I love getting my kids gifts. I love getting a good deal. And I LOVE sharing it all with you! I had a $60 budget per kid this year and I think I did pretty well between sales, thrifting, black Friday, and surplus stores. I hope you enjoy!

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20 Comments

@queenpeach7865 1 year ago

I love that story, God is so good. Early on in my marriage we were struggling a lot and I need it a new frying pan. We went to the mall just to walk around, and we went into kohls, I remember looking at a particular pan but I knew we couldn't afford it. SO I said a quick prayer for God's provision and as we were walking by the cashiers this lady walk to me and said, do you want some kohls cash, at first I didn't know what she was talking about but then she explained what it was and that it was expiring on that day but she didn't need it anymore. So she gave it to me and it was enough to get my frying pan just for few extra bucks. I felt so blessed and yet so humbled knowing that God care enough to make it happened. Anyway that sweater is lovely and i bet your daughter would love it.

@theresagarza5911 1 year ago

You have taught me to not be ashamed if I can’t afford to get my kids all brand new stuff as long as we put our hearts into it is all. 😊

@LindaMilkowski 1 year ago

God bless all of you who have families to provide not only everyday needs, but holidays also.

This year my husband and I purchased monthly gifts of food needs for our church's pantry, instead of exchanging gifts with relatives and friends.

We exchanged a gift with each other ... clothing.

I took what I usually put aside in dollars each month for Christmas, used it for the food donations.

During the year, I also purchased some toys (clearance) to give to pantry for families in need.

It made a bit different Christmas, but a very satisfying Christmas knowing families had food on their tables and toys under the tree.

Hope everyone has a Happy New Year.❤🎉

@jessa-lynndubrule2573 1 year ago

Thank you for including the Gospel message in your video 🙏🏻 and I applaud you for knowing your kids so well and giving to them so creatively 💕

@Heyitsbrittany 1 year ago

I am SUPER impressed with what you were able to find. The Lord provides and leads for sure. I remember loving last year's video, as well. And your house looks so cozy!

@Musiccompletesmex3 1 year ago

These are actually super thoughtful and awesome gifts!! Each gift I can tell you chose with love and that’s what matters. You know your kids will absolutely love each of these. All the stories behind them, you know it’s going to be an amazing Christmas!!

@lindajohnson2252 1 year ago

You are delightful. We had 5 wonderful children and all are grown now. We were thrifty too. I remember one Christmas when we only had $20 for them. I made many gifts, handmade. They never knew we were on a budget....they loved everything and we were much you. Games, homemade gifts, new pajamas made by me, one bought toy, etc. I loved this video. Great job at finding adorable gifts for your kids!

@elizabeth8149 1 year ago

Absolutely love how you put so much thought and love into each gift and didn't break the bank doing it!

You're so right about Utah! We just drove across country, moved from WA to NC. We were in constant awe of the beauty of their mountains.

@nurseerin5989 1 year ago

This is my first time watching one of your videos and I absolutely LOVE you. I have 3 girls (and 3 additional bonus kids)…every year I am so stressed out about Christmas that I’ve stopped looking forward to it. Your video has given me such a different perspective..I can’t wait until next year so I can give your way a try!! Happy holidays to you and your family!!

@ValerieCloutier-j6g 1 year ago

Haters are going to hate.... I think you're a great shopper!❤😅

@pamelamay2575 10 months ago

I really enjoyed your video! Its great how you know your children so well and are tuned in to what is special to each one. Many children have money and presents but their parents can't seem to invest the time and love to have real relationships with them. Im a 56 year old and a gmother but I can so relate to You! I appreciate Your testimony to the Lord! I hope You and Your family have a wonderful Christmas!

@stephaniegamble3571 1 year ago

Just found your channel, I "Needed" this, on SO MANY levels. Simply, from one Momma's heart to another Momma's heart, THANK YOU.
May God Bless you Abundantly this Christmas and in the New Year with health, Peace, happiness and His love beyond measure in Jesus Precious Name.

@MaryWeldon-ez2le 1 year ago

Hi, my friend. I don't have children. I don't, uh, homeschool, anybody, but I want to tell you that people have no right to be mean to you. People have no right to say anything. Negative to anybody It's on called for and it's not fun. I watch these videos because I want ideas for my great-niece and nephew. Who are now 15 and 11 show? I just want to be kind to everybody and that's the way all of us should be. And it doesn't matter where anybody buys anything. If that's what they want to do and they're comfortable, then we should leave while alone. I hope you have a wonderful christmas

@janicefoster4642 9 months ago

I think one of the best lessons our children can learn is that it's OK to buy/wear thrift store. Life sometimes can give us lemons and the thrift store can be the lemonade in life. They need to know that money is hard to come by and shopping the thrift store is a way to have a pair of Nike Air shoes for 20 bucks or not have any. When they were smaller they always got a thrift store gift at Christmas and sometimes it was their favorite thing

@cm6037 1 year ago

You find such good deals!! 😍 you’re so thoughtful and sweet, and definitely takes more effort thrifting thoughtful gifts for your kids than just buying whatever. I always enjoy your videos and your personality 😆 Merry Christmas! 🎄

@NicolaDempsey-qw3gk 1 year ago (edited)

Thank you so very much for putting this video out there. I am a huge believer that you don’t need to spend a ton of money for Christmas gifts as long as it’s bought with love then price tags don’t matter. I buy my daughter a lot of discounted items on line as I find it hard to get out to shops. But my mum buys a lot of things from charity shops ( think that’s the same as a thrift store I live in England) no shame in it whatsoever. I am so sorry that you get lots of mean comments in this day and age there’s enough hate in the world as it is so let’s spread a little bit more love and respect for each other. I have also just subscribed to your channel. Your mission sounds so incredibly interesting. God bless you and your family ❤

@susanf4857 1 year ago

My sweet neighbor and I both thrift. I see her in Goodwill every so often. We always like to exchange neighbor gifts. She gave me a really nice barely used Wolfgang Puck panini press! I know she got a good deal on it and I love it!!

@hannahkim8026 1 year ago

I can just imagine how much love is shared in your household...Merry Christmas and bless you and your family. So much thought and care were put into these gifts!

@deborahallen4169 1 year ago

My first time watching you. I enjoyed it very much. Our 3 children always appreciated what they got bk we never got them huge expensive things. We had a very tight budget. I was a STAH MOM. I never wanted our children to say “is that all I got”, so I was very careful to teach them to appreciate any gift they got. They didn’t have grandparents or other family & friends to give them things so what they got from us was IT. We taught them that we were celebrating Jesus’ birthday, but wanted them to feel special, too. You did great finding special things for each child.

@FionaLovesShrek0325 1 year ago

Ignore these miserable people!! Been watching your videos for for over a year and you have helped me in so many ways you have no idea! I thank you so much for your videos!
Your kids are gonna have a great Christmas!! God bless you all! Merry Christmas! 🎄⛄️