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Cheap Christmas Gift Mom Will Love: A Framed Picture

Posted in Advice, Simple Tip by daryl on the November 20th, 2007

Nothing makes Mom happier on Christmas than a framed picture of the family or that special one of the just the two of you. It’s because she knows you went through a considerable bit more time and effort than running into a store last minute and buying her a gift certificate like you usually do. If you have a photo-quality printer then you’re more than half the way there. If you don’t have a photo printer or a scanner, hit up a kiosk at a convenience or camera store and get your picture printed for a few dollars. All you need to do now is go to a department store during a weekend sale and pick up a picture frame for $20 or less. Picture frames are always on sale so chances are likely you can get a nice one for that price which looks like you spent a lot more.

So save yourself some money by spending a little time and effort, and you’ll be sure to come out as the thoughtful son or daughter this Christmas. Trust me, I can tell you from experience that it works!

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  1. on November 20th, 2007 at 4:14 pm

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