Cincinnati’s Guide to a Thoughtful Christmas
Take back control of your Christmas—celebrate what truly matters, not what costs the most.
Joy, Not Debt
This year, make Christmas about Joy, not labels. Discover creative ways to give with dignity, shop smarter, and celebrate the true reason for the season.
Christmas giving isn’t about how much you spend—it’s about how much love you share.
Don’t believe the lie that love requires a big price tag. A sustainable, thoughtful Christmas is every bit as meaningful as a flashy one—and often more memorable. Whether your gifts are thrifted, handmade, or cooked with care, you’re giving from the heart.
The Truth About
Christmas Spending
1 in 3 families go into debt trying to afford holiday expenses.
Nearly 40% of shoppers say they regret how much they spent.
You don’t have to fall into that trap. Take control of your finances, plan ahead, and keep your focus on what truly matters.
Take Back Your Christmas
Choosing to spend less doesn’t mean giving less—it means giving with purpose. Every handmade card, thrifted find, or home-cooked meal tells a story of love, stewardship, and joy.
This year, let’s rewrite what Christmas looks like. Let’s make it about peace, not pressure.
Listent to The Lazy Genius Podcast: “Thoughtful Gift-Giving When Budgets Are Tight.”
Gift Giving Resources
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Local Cincinnati & Cleves Thrift Spots
Trift Stores for Gift Giving
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DIY & Handmade Gift Tutorials
link to your videos or YouTube playlist
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Art and Reuse Supplies For a Maker Christmas
Cincinnati Reuse
Indago Hippo
Cincinnati Library Makerspace
Lawrenceburg and North Dearborn Library - Innovate 182 Workshop
