An Inexpensive Gift

Cash is a little tight at the moment, and Christmas is nearly upon us. Are you looking for an inexpensive gift idea? Giving your time to someone is the most precious gift at all!

Offering a gift of time can potentially be much more valuable than a gift you can buy. You also avoid the issue of buying a gift that someone doesn't want, or a gift voucher that they don't spend.

If you've travelled a long way to attend a wedding or christening, the last thing you want to do is buy an expensive gift. Hotels and travel can be very pricey. However, offering your time to help out with a difficult, skilled or useful task will really be appreciated.

Offer your skills

If your main job is a skilled job, you could offer your services for free (if they cover the cost of parts). Perhaps your job involves working with websites, computer repairs, painting and decorating, building, fitting carpets, plumbing, electrical work? These are all valuable skills that can potentially cost a lot of money. Formally offering your services with a gift of time will really be appreciated.

If you're crafty, you could offer to teach your friend or family member your craft. You could offer lessons in cake baking, cooking, card making, sewing, knitting, cross-stitch and more. Or if you're just practical, you could offer gardening or DIY skills.

Giving your time with a certificate

The GiveMyTime certificate generator helps you to create a colourful and attractive gift certificate that you can either print or email to your friend or family member. It's really easy to do, only takes a few seconds, and best of all, it's completely free!