🎄 Who’s the real Christmas magic maker in your home? A new study’s pulled back the curtain, revealing it’s not Santa but a bustling majority who make the festive season magical. Turns out, six in ten Brits are taking on the holiday hustle solo, and it’s mostly women who are feeling the heat.
From wrapping gifts to whipping up the Christmas feast, it looks like one partner in most homes is doing the heavy lifting. A whopping 93% of women are handling the present purchasing, and 89% are doing the wrapping, too. No wonder nearly 70% of folks admit they feel exhausted even before the big day rolls around!
But there’s good news! There’s a movement called The Gift Shift, where TV presenter Angela Scanlon and Homesense are encouraging a more balanced approach. They’re all about making sure everyone joins in the joy – and the work! Angela suggests sharing tasks can turn the holiday stress into holiday fun, from decorating the tree together to cooking with the family as a team. It’s about connection, not perfection!
If you fancy making this Christmas more relaxed, consider Angela’s top tips:
✨ Share the load. Everyone pitching in makes for more fun and memory-making.
🎁 The 3 Cs of gifting: Comfort, Character, and Connection. Choose gifts that mean more.
🎨 Think personal. A heartfelt gift doesn’t need to break the bank.
📝 Plan ahead. A little organisation now saves stress later.
💞 Give yourself grace. Remember, true joy is in family time, not flawless plans.
Homesense is here to help you shift the gift-giving dynamics and lighten the load with unique treasures at a steal of a price. So, why not pop by and check out the selection?
Join the conversation over at @Homesense_ukie. Share your own gift shift stories and see how others around the UK are spreading the festive joy. 🌟