The District Magazine Vol. 1 Issue 4, Winter 2016 | Page 27

8 9 Wrap as you go: Whether you love or loathe wrapping gifts, if you do it all at once, you'll be up half the night. Instead, if you wrap gifts as you buy them, you spread out the work, plus you get to display those gifts to keep loved ones guessing as to what awaits them in the future. Pack light: Heading out of town to celebrate this year? Opt for gift cards in order to streamline your shopping and lessen your load. If you must bring wrapped gifts, try shipping them to the destination ahead of time. Secret Santa or Hanukkah Harry: Instead of shopping for every family member or coworker, propose drawing names and conducting an exchange. That means you buy and receive one gift and don't know who it's from until the day it's unwrapped. Bonus: You save money. w nlo a d Vi d P i c AR 10 Get it delivered: So many companies offer delivery, it's much easier to shop for holiday items from the comfort of your own home and get them delivered than battle the crowded malls. Always look for free shipping promotions that retailers often offer during the holiday season. Do 7 TA P P L AY See This Image Come To Life! Download app Hover over full image > Tap