I keep my Xmas tree up all year & start the shopping in January – this week I’ve picked up food items for the big dinner
IT’S the most wonderful time of the year, but for one woman, Christmas is a year-round celebration.
From keeping her tree up all year to steadily stocking her festive food cupboard, this Christmas fan spends every week preparing for the big day.
Sharing a video on her TikTok page, ‘christmasdisneycrazylady,’ she revealed to her 175.8k followers the latest additions to her Christmas food stash.
Explaining her approach, she said she shops throughout the year, buying a few items each week to spread the cost and ensure she’s ready by December.
One of the items added to her cupboard this week was apple sauce, which she admits might be a bit unusual.
She explained that although it’s traditionally paired with pork, she loves having it with turkey on her Christmas dinner.
In fact, apple sauce is just one of her favourite condiments for the big meal, alongside cranberry and mint sauce.
She added that Christmas is the only time of year she buys it, making it a must-have for her festive preparations.
Next on her list was a large jar of chunky Branston pickle, another item she only purchases during the holiday season.
She said it’s perfect for Boxing Day or Christmas Eve when enjoying picky bits and leftovers, making it a staple for her Christmas cupboard.
Finally, she shared her love for foil roasting tins, which she described as a lifesaver on Christmas Day.
In less than 24hours, the TikToker’s video received 66.3 views with 209 people rushing to the comments section to share their thoughts.
One wrote: “I buy gifts or it’s all the time to put away.
“My daughter’s 30th birthday was sorted about six years ago and it’s not till next year, she’s still 28, I just remember.”
Another asked: “Do you have a budget or do you end up spending more doing this way I just always see something else.”
To which the Christmas fan replied with: “I don’t have a budget but I don’t over spend either.”
In another video, the Christmas fan also revealed how she still has her Christmas tree up from last year.
One of her followers jokingly said: “You never took it down.”
To which she replied with a video of her cheersing with a Disney Christmas themed mug, and her tree behind her.
How to save money on Christmas shopping
Consumer reporter Sam Walker reveals how you can save money on your Christmas shopping.
Limit the amount of presents – buying presents for all your family and friends can cost a bomb.
Instead, why not organise a Secret Santa between your inner circles so you’re not having to buy multiple presents.
Plan ahead – if you’ve got the stamina and budget, it’s worth buying your Christmas presents for the following year in the January sales.
Make sure you shop around for the best deals by using price comparison sites so you’re not forking out more than you should though.
Buy in Boxing Day sales – some retailers start their main Christmas sales early so you can actually snap up a bargain before December 25.
Delivery may cost you a bit more, but it can be worth it if the savings are decent.
Shop via outlet stores – you can save loads of money shopping via outlet stores like Amazon Warehouse or Office Offcuts.
They work by selling returned or slightly damaged products at a discounted rate, but usually any wear and tear is minor.